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Man raped girl, 13, in hotel room after befriending her on a beach
A man befriended a teenage girl and raped her in a Blackpool hotel. Matthew Tallentire raped the girl, who was 13, while she was visiting the resort in the summer of 2020. The girl had travelled to Blackpool with two adults, and Tallentire
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Southport riot: 7 Lancs officers left with possible broken hand and concussion
Seven Lancashire police officers were injured after riots broke out in Southport on Tuesday (July 30). Lancashire Police confirmed the officers were injured as part of its mutual aid response with Merseyside Police. The officers were injured
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Rovers confirm Sam Gallagher exit as Championship rival swoop
Blackburn Rovers have confirmed that Sam Gallagher has joined Stoke City for an undisclosed fee. Gallagher brings an end to his five-year stay at Ewood Park and moves across the Championship to the Potters. The 28-year-old had one year left
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Traffic building and road blocked after crash on busy road
Traffic is building on a busy road in Burnley, after a crash. Briercliffe Road is blocked and traffic is slow, both ways, between Active Way and Thursby Road. According to AA Traffic and Travel, traffic is slow in the area. Police have
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Road ‘to be closed for some time’ as EIGHT fire engines descend on takeaway
A road in Burnley is closed due to a fire. Colne Road is currently closed and police anticipate it will be ‘closed for some time’. Eight fire engines have been called to the blaze and fire crews are currently in attendance. There are reports
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Car was in same spot for weeks – then Blackburn police make surprising discovery
Blackburn police found a stolen vehicle thanks to reports from members of the public. Officers were made aware of a vehicle that had been in the same spot for three to four weeks. It was also not known in the area. Police checked the vehicle
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Untaxed and dangerously parked vehicles seized as police ‘bin the bangers’
Police have seized vehicles, and issued others with warning notices, as its operation to ‘bin the bangers’ continues in Nelson. Last week, officers visited an area at the bottom of Brunswick Street. With the help of the DVLA, 14 vehicles were
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Rovers complete deal to re-sign defender Kyle McFadzean
Blackburn Rovers have completed a deal to re-sign Kyle McFadzean for the 2024/25 season. The 37-year-old centre-back joins Rovers on a one-year deal, having impressed during his six-month stint at the club previously. Head coach John Eustace
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Township yobs 'on the rampage' warning to senior councillors
Senior councillors in an East Lancashire borough have been warned of a wave of yobbery in its townships. Hyndburn Council's Cabinet was told of a sharp increase in anti-social behaviour (ASB) such as fighting and setting fires in Rishton, Great
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Rovers transfer state of play as club agree permanent exit
Rovers youngster Georgie Gent is set to complete a permanent move to League One Barnsley, The Lancashire Telegraph understands. Gent progressed through the youth ranks at Ewood Park and spent last season on loan at Motherwell, getting good experience
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Bolton train operator prepares for autumn te 'leaves on the line' train delays
Train delays caused by leaves on the line will hopefully not affect Bolton as train operator Northern prepares to take on the elements this autumn. Engineers at Northern confident they will outfox old adversary this autumn as they complete ‘battle
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Six fire engines remain at scene of large farm building fire
Six fire engines remain at the scene of a large farm building fire in Samlesbury which started early this morning. Crews from across the county were called just before 6am to Church House Farm in Potter Lane, Samlesbury. In the cluster of buildings
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Town parks' upgraded play areas ready for summer fun
Work to upgrade the children’s playgrounds in two Darwen parks is set to give the local youngsters a summer holiday boost. The town's Bold Venture Park and Whitehall Park both seen a modernisation investment of £100,000 each. In March funding
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Rovers closing in on experienced defender Danny Batth
Rovers are closing in on the signing of Danny Batth after a long-standing interest in the defender, The Lancashire Telegraph understands. Batth is a free agent after leaving Norwich at the end of last season and is understood to have had a number
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Council's £20,000 leader's budget becomes Cabinet Action Fund
An East Lancashire local authority has created a £20.000 Cabinet Action Fund to support local groups and events. The move was announced by Hyndburn Council's new Labour leader Cllr Munsif Dad on Tuesday. It replaces the similar-sized Leader's
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Lancashire rugby player reveals devastating CTE diagnosis aged just 31
Lancastrian former rugby league player Josh Jones has revealed he has been diagnosed with CTE at the age of just 31. Jones, from Leyland, who played for St Helens, Salford Red Devils, Hull FC and Huddersfield Giants during an 11-year career, made
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Council boss sends condolences after Southport stabbings
Hyndburn Council's leader has sent the borough's condolences to those affected by the mass stabbing in Southport in which three children have died. Cllr Munsif Dad used the authority's cabinet meeting to send a message of sympathy following Monday's
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Stoke boss issues transfer update amid Gallagher interest
Stoke City boss Steven Schumacher refused to name any specific players but hopes the club is “not too far away from bringing a few bodies in”. The Potters are believed to hold interest in Sam Gallagher, who was left out of the Rovers squad for
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Update emerges on Rovers transfer strategy and Venky's funding
More details have been revealed about Rovers’ transfer strategy ahead of the upcoming campaign. Makhtar Gueye became the first summer signing at Ewood Park on Tuesday evening to bolster John Eustace’s attacking options. Yuki Ohashi has now
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Lancashire Police thanked for help policing far-right thugs in Southport
Officers from Lancashire Police had to be drafted in to help policing in Southport last night after far-right thugs rioted in the seaside town. Those involved in the disorder - believed to include supporters of the racist organisation the English
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RECAP: Ten fire engines called to large farm building fire
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Care hub plan for first floor of town centre commercial premises
The first floor of a town centre commercial premises is earmarked for use as a pre-school and overnight respite hub for children with autism and learning disabilities. Chris Hickey of Your Choice Send Residentials has applied to Hyndburn Council
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Football club's 'significant' stadium upgrades approved in time for new season
An historic East Lancashire football club has seen plans for two new stands and a hospitality area at its stadium approved. Nelson Football Club, based in Lomeshaye Way, Nelson, has had two separate planning applications given the green light by
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Lancashire outdoor swimming and diving centre on the market
An outdoor diving and swimming centre in Lancashire has been put on the market. The freehold of Capernwray Diving Centre, near Carnforth, is being sold by Hack Enterprises Ltd, with an undisclosed asking price. Set within Jackdaw Quarry, the
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Family home with up to five bedrooms approved for town housing estate
A family home with up to five bedrooms has been approved for development on a vacant plot in Clitheroe. Matt Holmes, from Whalley, applied to Ribble Valley Borough Council in April to build the house in Ribblesdale Avenue. A design and access
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Pictures as Kate Nash entertains thousands at Lancs’ newest music festival
Kate Nash entertained crowds of thousands at an Accrington music festival, which took place at the weekend. Oak Fest was attended by more than 2,000 people on Saturday (July 27) in the town. Following the success of the inaugural event in 2023
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Burnley construction company invests in diverse workforce
A Burnley construction company's investments in its diverse workforce have led to a local employment boost. Ring Stones Maintenance and Constructing continues to make a huge impact in the local community after committing to invest in a diverse
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Pharmacist warning issued over 'deadly' medicine combinations
A pharmacist and elderly care expert has issued a warning over the potentially 'deadly' medicine combinations to be aware of. A team of experts have urged Brits who take multiple medications to check whether they are suitable to be used together
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Rise in calls in East Lancs after winter fuel payment cut announcement
The announcement by Chancellor Rachel Reeves on Monday that around 10 million pensioners across England and Wales would lose their winter fuel payments has already caused concern among the elderly in Lancashire. The changes announced by Labour
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Revamp of local beauty spots makes them accessible for all
Two beauty spots in Clitheroe have become fully accessible thanks to a £156,000 toilet scheme. Changing Places facilities have now been fitted at Clitheroe Castle Park and Edisford riverbank, ensuring they are fully accessible for those with severe
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Blackburn school receives funds for educational trips
A Blackburn school has been donated funds to take their pupils on educational trips. Taylor Wimpey Manchester has supported Eden School in Blackburn by donating £200 towards educational trips to Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery. The school
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Helen Flanagan hits back at online trolls after cruel comments about lips
Blackburn actress Helen Flanagan has hit back at social media users after cruel comments were made about her appearance. The former Westholme School pupil posted a video to her one million followers, showcasing her hair and plans to get hair extensions
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Samlesbury Hall hosts first Skirmish celebrating medieval history
Samlesbury Hall played host to its first skirmish yesterday with visitors seeing a spectacle of medieval history. Throughout the day visitors were treated to medieval actors performing events such archery, a cannon firing and a Mummer’s play –
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Council boss seeks answers to gates and fly-tipping mystery
A senior councillor in Hyndburn is trying to get to the root of why gates have suddenly been installed across a public footpath sparking an outbreak of fly tipping. They are across the unadopted road at Jaucourt Street in West Accrington, at the
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One lane of busy route into town centre closed
A major Blackburn junction close to the town centre is shut to traffic. One lane of King Street heading into the town centre is closed as work takes place on gas pipes. The section heading out of town is still open and unaffected by the works
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How Lancashire chippies are coping as cost of potatoes soars again
The rising cost of potatoes is putting additional strain on fish and chip shop owners throughout East Lancashire. Sustained periods of wet weather last year have meant some lines of potatoes are up 22 per cent in price - the highest in nearly 50
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Parents urged to teach kids about ‘danger of death’ signs this summer
Engineers from power network operator Electricity North West, power network operator for Lancashire, has issued a safety alert for the school holidays. The firm is urging parents and guardians to warn their youngsters about the dangers of playing
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Blackburn Rovers confirm Yuki Ohashi as second summer signing
Blackburn Rovers have confirmed Japanese striker Yuki Ohashi as their second summer signing. The 28-year-old flew over to England over the weekend and completed a medical on Monday. He has now put pen to paper over a three-year deal at Ewood
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Footballing legends help launch new anti-racism campaign
A new campaign which aims to tackle the scourge of racism in society has been launched. In an emotional appeal to people, the parents of a young boy who took his own life because of racist bullying urged the audience to share their message so it
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Ban for wine business boss after Covid loan given to firm 'not entitled' to it
A wine business boss has been disqualified from being a director after his firm obtained a Covid bounce back loan (BBL) it was ineligible for, a report has found. Ian Richards, whose last known address was Windermere Drive, Ramsbottom, caused Richards
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Woman left with collapsed lung after being stabbed in 'revenge attack'
A man performed a “clear act of revenge” after stabbing a woman at a flat in Blackburn – six months after she had stabbed him. Peter Green, 45, had been in a relationship with the victim’s sister prior to her unrelated death, and there had been
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Cathedral choir gets £30k boost from trust
A grant from a national trust will help to continue the tradition of choral music at Blackburn Cathedral. The Cathedral Music Trust has presented the headquarters of the Anglican Church in Lancashire with £30,000. An announcement on their website
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Bogus psychiatrist in £1m fraud loses appeal
A BOGUS psychiatrist who was able to practise for more than 20 years - and cheat the NHS out of £1.3m - has failed in appeals against her conviction and sentence. Zholia Alemi, then living in Burnley, was jailed for seven years at Manchester Crown
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'Huge fan' - John Eustace delighted for returning Blackburn Rovers star
John Eustace was delighted to see Ryan Hedges come through his return from injury unscathed. The Blackburn Rovers winger has been out since April with a second serious hamstring injury. The Welshman had already missed four months of the campaign
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Fried chicken shop boss banned from being company director after false loan
The director of a fried chicken shop has been disqualified from being a company director. Nasar Hussain, 35, falsely applied for a government Bounce Back Loan (BBL) of £50,000 when his business, Papas Chicken UK Limited, was not eligible. Hussain
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Derelict building which was previously two flats could become eight-person HMO
A disused building which was previously home to two flats could be converted into a house of multiple occupancy (HMO) if new plans are approved. Mark Byrne, of Clitheroe-based Boutique Homes, which specialises in transforming derelict properties
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‘Dream, believe and achieve’ - Disabled charity founder given honorary degree
The founder of an Accrington-based charity has been given an honorary degree for the work she has done in partnership with people with learning disabilities. Jen Blackwell, co-founder of the multi-award-winning dance charity DanceSyndrome, has
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New NHS programme set to significantly improve dental health
Access to dental services and oral health across Lancashire and South Cumbria is set to improve with the launch of an NHS programme. NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board (ICB) aims to lend a hand to those with the most need of
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MARTIN FURBER: The perils of people-pleasing
Summer is finally in full swing, and for many that means holidays, relaxation, and quality time with loved ones. It can also bring to light some underlying patterns in our relationships, both personal and professional. One is something known as
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Blackburn cinema brings back family favourites this summer
A Blackburn cinema is set to screen some family favourites over the summer holidays. Vue Blackburn at The Rock Shopping Centre welcomes families to enjoy animated favourites like Despicable Me 4 and Inside Out 2. Among the highlights, Gru and