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WHO issues important update on mpox outbreak and addresses Covid similarities
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared that mpox, formerly called monkeypox, is not the new Covid-19. The WHO declared a global health emergency last Wednesday (August 14), due to the rapid spread of mpox. The virus has appeared
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Cadbury issues update on return of 'greatest chocolate ever' discontinued in 2005
From Aztec chocolate bars to Dairy Milk Egg 'n' Spoons, there have been a number of products discontinued by Cadbury over the years. The confectionery company is responsible for a range of popular chocolates including Freddos, Boost, Crunchie,
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Man jailed after being caught with suitcase containing almost £80k of cannabis
A man has been jailed after being caught with almost £80k of cannabis in a suitcase. Le Van Phuc, aged 29, was seen at Preston Train Station on April 18 this year carrying a black rucksack and wheeling a large black suitcase. He was sentenced
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Two men arrested for drug offences after drone 'flew close' to Lancashire prison
Police have arrested two men after a drone "flew close" to a Lancashire prison. Officers were called to HMP Wymott in Leyland just after midnight today, August 20, to reports of a drone flying close to its walls. A "suspicious vehicle" fled
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Channel 5 to rebrand and change its name following Netflix success
Channel 5 owners have announced it will be rebranding its streaming and broadcast service next year. This comes after the success of its shows on Netflix. The channel will be named 5, incorporating the online My5 platform, as well as expanding
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Morrisons announces big change to self-checkout tills - how it affects you
Morrisons has announced it is making a big change to its self-checkout tills following a review of how it uses the technology. The supermarket says it “went a bit too far” with self-checkouts, chief executive Rami Baitiéh has revealed. It means
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Hair salon conversion gets nod after pledge to restore shop front
THE turning of a Blackburn hair salon into a tutoring room has been approved at the second attempt after the owner agreed to re-instate key features of the traditional Edwardian shop front. Mohammed Ali Qayum's original backdated application for
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Asda 'holds customer hostage' after charging her '£400' for just 2 single limes
Asda has caused uproar after seemingly charging an unknowing customer '394.50 for TWO LIMES'. A user on X, formerly known as Twitter, took to the social media site to share screenshots of her sister's online order. The post, which called the
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‘Dangerous and cowardly bully’ stabbed man and woman in horror attack
A “dangerous and cowardly bully” stabbed a man and woman in a “horrific attack” in Burnley. Fayaz Khan, formerly of Briercliffe Road, Burnley, entered a home at around 6pm, on December 13, 2023, and began repeatedly stabbing a woman with a lock
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First £1 coins to feature King Charles III enter circulation - have you got one?
The first £1 coins featuring King Charles III have entered circulation. Nearly three million of the new designs will be making their way into people’s pockets and tills across the country this week, via Post Offices and banks throughout the UK.
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Tesco announces yet another price hike for its beloved sandwich meal deal
Tesco has announced that it is once again increasing the price of its popular lunchtime meal deals after making changes to the ingredients used. From Thursday, August 22, the price of the standard meal deal will rise from £3.40 to £3.60 for Clubcard
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Pensioners urged to check their winter fuel payment eligibility
PENSIONERS across the North West are being urged to check if they could be eligible for Pension Credit to secure the Winter Fuel Payment, worth up to £300 per household. The benefit can also passport pensioners to additional help with housing costs
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Police called to report of break-in and make three arrests after shock discovery
Police made three arrests after finding a cannabis farm in Burnley on Monday (August 19). Officers were called at around 2.20pm to reports of a break-in in progress on Westgate. A cannabis farm was discovered inside the property. Three people
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3 East Lancashire restaurants shortlisted for Asian Restaurant and Takeaway Awards
Three Lancashire restaurants and takeaways have been shortlisted for regional awards at the Asian Restaurant and Takeaway Awards (ARTA) 2024. The awards say they are the most prestigious celebration of Pan Asian cuisine in the UK and winners will
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Markanday reflects on dream start to life at Chesterfield
Dilan Markanday is eager to show what he can do in League Two following a dream start to life at Chesterfield. The winger played almost an hour on his debut at the weekend and produced a couple of assists for Tom Naylor as Paul Cook’s side ran
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Woman charged with affray in lead-up to 26-year-old's death is jailed
A WOMAN arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of young Burnley woman Holly Lambert has been jailed after she was prosecuted for affray. Rebecca Kearsley was convicted of threatening or using unlawful violence in the moments before
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Rovers midfielder Buckley eager to kick on after positive start
John Buckley hailed the togetherness in the Rovers camp after a positive start to the new campaign. Buckley came off the bench for the final 10 minutes at Norwich City as the side fought back to claim a good point on the road. “Obviously, the
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Police issue message after reports of drug driving near school
Officers have urged the public to “do the right thing” and report any potential drug drivers after reports of vehicles being driven under the influence, in Burnley. There have been reports of vehicles being driven under the influence of controlled
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Country house given green light following arduous planning process
A new country house is to be built in the Ribble Valley following an arduous planning process. The neo-classical Woodfold Villa is approximately 20,000 square ft and will be developed for the occupation and use of the client, prominent Blackburn
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Care worker left in 'fear' after car was trashed with metal bar
A care worker’s car was trashed with a metal bar by the husband of the woman she was assisting. Blackburn magistrates heard Kaylon Burrows attacked the vehicle outside his home while the carer was inside with his wife. When he was interviewed
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TikTok star to headline Lancashire food festival
Social media star Shabaz Ali will headline the Nelson Food and Drink Festival next month. This year, the free event takes place on Saturday, September 14 and will feature more than 30 food and drink stalls including Mama Shar's Caribbean Cooking
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Business leaders complete gruelling 24-hour challenge across UK in aid of great cause
A group of business leaders have climbed three of the UK's highest mountains in aid of a great cause. The team of 10 entrepreneurs from Chorley’s BNI Endeavour business networking have completed the 24-hour National Three Peaks Challenge.
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Man threatened bus station staff member who refused to let him charge phone
A man caused damage and threatened a member of staff at Burnley Bus Station because he refused to let him charge his phone. Blackburn magistrates heard Andrew Ashworth told the duty manager that if he did not let him charge his phone he would smash
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Hundreds expected at charity fun day in Blackburn
A free family community fun day in Blackburn is expected to attract hundreds of people. The event will take place on Sunday, August 25 at the Audley Centre off Chester Street. The event aims to raise funds for the Huffaz Network charity, which
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Stunning art work from Lancashire gallery to be sold at leading auction
A leading fine art auction house has been asked to sell more than 300 paintings and prints from the Northern Art Gallery in Lancashire. The gallery, which represented Northern England artists until its closure, had been dealing in art since the
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Faces of four most wanted men in East Lancashire revealed
These are the four most wanted men this week in East Lancashire. Lancashire Police officers are appealing for anyone who knows where any of the men are, or has any information about their whereabouts, to come forward to help track them down.
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Pre-school with an "excellent approach to language" rated 'good' by Ofsted
A Rishton pre-school where “staff are passionate about providing children with opportunities to thrive” has retained its ‘good’ Ofsted rating. St Peter and St Paul’s Church of England Pre-school, on Blackburn Road, Rwas inspected on July 17 and
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Tributes to 'outgoing' Blackburn mum, 33, after 'unexpected death'
A Blackburn mother-of-four has been described as “outgoing and full of jokes” after her unexpected death. Sonia Robson died, aged 33, on August 7. A fundraiser has been set up by her brother, the funds of which will be used to pay for funeral costs
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Team of young inspectors impressed by children's centre
A Blackburn with Darwen project aimed at providing young people with a voice and opportunity has awarded a children's centre a gold certification. The Young Inspectors scheme gives those using children’s services the chance to provide critical
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East Lancs hotel and restaurant snapped up by hotelier
Darwen’s Whitehall Hotel and Restaurant has been snapped up by a hotelier as he looks to expand his portfolio in the north. Michael Huckerby, 48, who already owns The Lawrence Hotel in Padiham, has taken over the 15-bedroom hotel and restaurant
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Thief who stole kits from Blackburn Rovers' shop says he deserves to go to prison
A man who had committed thefts and burglaries, including Blackburn Rovers kits, accepted he deserved to go to prison. Blackburn magistrates heard Levi Walsh had committed some of his latest offences before he was made subject to a suspended prison
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Lancashire town with the region's most expensive new builds
A Lancashire town has the most expensive new-build homes in the North West, according to latest figures. Chorley offers the priciest new-build homes, with a median cost of £587,495. The study was carried out by home insurance broker, One Sure
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Blackpool illuminations: Get first look at lights show 3 days before Mel B switch-on
Blackpool is preparing for one of the most magical nights in its calendar. For one night only, the Promenade's six miles will be closed to give cyclists a sneak preview of this year’s illuminations. Ride The Lights will take place on the night
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'Ewe won't believe it!' - Homeowner describes moment she found sheep on her roof
A homeowner has described the moment she found a flock of sheep walking around on her roof. Kristen Jackson, 28, was left ‘shocked’ after discovering the four farm animals trotting about on top of her four-bed property on Thursday morning, August