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Blackburn Rovers add more Championship experience as versatile forward signs
Blackburn Rovers have confirmed the signing of Andi Weimann on a one-year deal. The Austrian forward has spent the last week training with John Eustace's side after leaving Bristol City on June 30. Weimann spent the second half of last season on
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Bogus taxi driver jailed for 17 years over targeted rapes of women
A bogus taxi driver from Blackburn who targeted lone women leaving nightclubs has received a sentence of more than 20 years after admitting raping them. Nazim Asmal, 35, lured his victims into his vehicle while they were on their way home from
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Blackburn Rovers in talks over midfielder move which could spark transfer domino
Jake Garrett is in talks to leave Blackburn Rovers on loan and join Bristol Rovers for the 2024/25 season, The Lancashire Telegraph understands. In what has been a very busy week for the club, Garrett is set to be the latest player to depart, albeit
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‘This behaviour is extremely dangerous’ – Off-road bike seized by police
An off-road bike has been seized by police in Accrington. The bike was seized today (August 1) in Bertha Street, in the Barnfield Ward. Officers said they are aware of issues with off-road bikes in the area and will “work with residents” to address
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Council seeks new domestic abuse service provider contract
An East Lancashire local authority is going out to tender for a £404,000 a year contract to support victims of domestic abuse and provide safe refuges. Blackburn with Darwen Council's current contract for the service runs out on March 31. Now
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New Blackburn Rovers signing's 'dream' and what he'll bring to the team
Makhtar Gueye has achieved a dream to play in English football after signing for Blackburn Rovers. The 26-year-old striker has joined Rovers this week in a deal understood to be worth around £1million. The physical, six-foot-four attacker
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Blackburn Rovers continue recruitment drive with fourth signing of the week
Blackburn Rovers have completed the signing of Danny Batth on a one-year deal. The experienced centre-back becomes Rovers' fourth signing this week, following the additions of Makhtar Gueye, Yuki Ohashi and Exause Mafoumbi. Kyle McFadzean has also
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MP praises Southport community for challenging ‘hatred and division’
Blackburn MP Adnan Hussain has said communities must not give in to ‘hatred and division’ following far-right demonstrations in parts of the UK in the wake of the stabbing of children in Southport. Police officers suffered serious injuries in the
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Council to reduce extra care support to elderly housing schemes
Blackburn with Darwen Council is to reduce the level of specialist support it provides to extra care housing schemes for people aged 55 and over in the borough. It will be removed from three schemes and reduced at a fourth. The move by Adult
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Lancashire teen charged with murders of Southport girls named in court
A 17-year-old boy who is charged with the murders of three girls killed in the knife attack at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class in Southport has been named as Axel Rudakubana after a judge lifted reporting restrictions. The Lancashire teenager
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Blackburn Rovers' transfer mania: Fees, surprise exit and cautious excitement
There is a well-known analogy about London buses. That has applied to Blackburn Rovers this week. It's been a manic 72 hours in the world of Rovers, with the recruitment team making up for lost time. After waiting until the end of July for their
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BAE Systems revenue and profits rise latest results reveal
Defence industry giant BAE Systems, which has two large military aircraft factories in Lancashire, has recorded a sharp increase in its half-yearly revenues and profits. They are revealed in the financial results of the firm - which employs more
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Boy. 16, who drowned in Lake Windermere named as Burnley teenager
A boy who drowned in Lake Windermere last week has been named as a 16-year-old from Burnley. The body of a boy was recovered from the well-known body of water in the Lake District at around 1145pm on Wednesday, July 24, after searches began for
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Sam Szmodics latest as Blackburn Rovers transfer talks continue
Blackburn Rovers remain in talks with Ipswich Town over a deal for Sam Szmodics but no agreement has been reached, The Lancashire Telegraph understands. Talks for Rovers' top-scorer have been ongoing for the last 10 days. Ipswich saw a bid rejected
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Newcastle United remain silent despite announcement from Blackburn Rovers talent
Rory Finneran has officially confirmed his move to Newcastle United despite the Magpies remaining silent. The Blackburn Rovers youngster's move has been well documented after he rejected a scholarship offer at Ewood Park. Finneran became Rovers
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TikTok star's brutal reviews of Lancashire towns go viral
A student has seen his videos go down a storm on TikTok, in which he visits towns around Lancashire and reviews them. Jonti Richardson-Jones, who goes by the username @j0nti on the social media platform, has received more than 100,000 followers
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Pub with views of Pendle Hill and 'ridiculously' large dessert menu
"It’s a way of life, it’s not a career" This week’s pub of the week is nestled in a picturesque village near Clitheroe. The Calf's Head in Worston offers stunning views of Pendle Hill, locally sourced produce, and a wide variety of quality
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Artist thrilled as illustrations of her hometown prove hugely popular
An artist from Blackburn says her illustrations of iconic landmarks around the town have been hugely popular. Gail Myerscough now lives in Manchester but grew up in the Witton area of Blackburn where her parents still live. Her main body of
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Major election changes on way for East Lancashire borough borders
The number of councillors and the political map in an East Lancashire borough is to be reviewed. The Local Government Boundary Commission for England is to examine the ward make up of Hyndburn Council. The aim is to hold elections for every
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Multiple East Lancashire companies receive illustrious Great Taste Awards
Several East Lancashire businesses have collected stars at this year’s Great Taste Awards. Awards were handed out yesterday, July 31, by the Guild of Fine Food, and showcased the amazing plethora of food available throughout the region with a total
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Couple's gift to hospice that ‘treated loved ones dying of cancer with dignity’
A couple from Trawden say a hospice in Reedley made an “immense difference” to their families as they went through a difficult and painful experience. Daniel and Laura Vickery will be taking part in The Great Pendleside Trek, a 35-mile circular
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Woman taken to court after failing to provide clean supply of water
Pendle Council has reminded residents who have a private water supply to ensure they maintain it, so it is fit for human consumption. The warning comes after the council successfully took a resident to court after she failed to provide water fit
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Help for Heroes is a lifeline for Army veteran David who is living with chronic pain
The agony Army veteran David endures after suffering a knee injury in service affects every aspect of his life. “I can’t sleep, I can’t do anything. I’m on so much medication it affects my memory, my mood, everything,” he said. “It’s like having
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Inspiring seven-year-old collects more than 200 items for food bank
A seven-year-old girl has collected more than 200 items to support a local food bank with a focus on helping people and spreading kindness. Ana Bhegani has given up much of her summer holiday so far supporting the campaign for a new temporary food
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Couple granted permission to reinstate bell at 180-year-old schoolhouse
A couple living in a 180-year-old schoolhouse in East Lancashire have been granted permission to reinstall the original bell. The Old School in Newton-in-Bowland was disestablished as a school in 1967 and has been in residential use since then.
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Care centre could be extended to cater for more families
A social care service is looking to extend one of their family care centres in an East Lancashire town. Sisu Services currently occupies a house in Inglewhite Road, Longridge, which it uses to house young families for short to medium-term stay-overs
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Inquest into tragic deaths of Ryanair pilots on M62 formally opened
The inquest into the deaths of two Ryanair pilots who were killed after a fatal crash on the M62 has formally opened. At 5.31am on Thursday, July 11, Matthew Greenhalgh and Jamie Fernandes, from Chorley, captain and senior first officer respectively
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Cricket club to host free beer and gin festival this summer
Nelson will be hosting a free beer and gin festival this summer, with 15 different beers on offer to sample across three days. The town's cricket club, based in Surrey Road, will be hosting the event between Friday, August 9, and Sunday 11 offering
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Law firm pays tribute to talented lawyer who died in horror crash
A law firm has paid tribute to a “talented lawyer and dear colleague” who died in a Rawtenstall crash. Jake Neary died after a crash in an alleyway off Parramatta Street, on Friday, July 26. Preston-based Harrison Drury Solicitors posted a
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Axed rail link scheme labelled 'betrayal' for Lancashire
The axing of a prospective new rail link between East Lancs and Manchester city centre has been labelled a ‘betrayal’ by the Conservatives. Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced a range of cuts in a speech to the House of Commons on Monday, including
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Blackburn man struggles to climb stairs due to condition that affects 1 in 100
A Blackburn man said he struggles to climb the stairs and is often left feeling breathless, due to an “awful” lung condition that is thought to affect one in 100 people. Usman Ashraf was diagnosed with asthma when he was aged 10, but despite his
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Girl suffered fractures and brain bleed after motorcyclist crashed into her
A 13-year-old girl suffered serious injuries including fractures and a bleed on the brain when she was mowed down by a motorcyclist pulling a wheelie in Burnley. Arry Todd, 19, performed the dangerous manoeuvre in Briercliffe Road just after 3.30pm
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Alice in Wonderland models for return of 'Brickburn' trail
FAVOURITES from Alice in Wonderland will be dotted around Blackburn town centre later this month as a colourful initiative returns. Promoters of 'Brickburn', the annual exhibition, are set to unveil a Lego trail comprised of characters from the
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Council launches project to get the digitally excluded online
A LOCAL authority has launched a campaign to get the digitally excluded on line. Blackburn with Darwen Council has promised a long-term piece of work aimed at helping people without digital devices, internet connections or digital skills to get
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Whalley residents sounded out on licensed premises
Whalley residents have been asked for their opinion regarding the impact of licensed premises in the village. Ribble Valley Council has launched a probe into whether residents think its cumulative impact assessment (CIA) should be extended for
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Did you ever call the Thwaites Arms in Blackburn your local?
Taken in 1990, this photo shows one of the many ‘lost’ pubs of Blackburn. Thwaites Arms, Blackburn, 1990 (Picture: Newsquest) The Thwaites Arms was on Whalley New Road. It would appear as though the picture was taken to illustrate the fire