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Neighbours in shock after man killed at his home by XL Bully dog - recap
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Man dies after XL Bully dog attack at his home
A 53-year-old man has died after being attacked by a dog in Accrington. Police were called shortly before 9.30pm yesterday (Tuesday) by the ambulance service to reports of a dog attacking someone inside a house at Ashley Court. Officers attended
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Rovers need team effort to fill Szmodics 'void', says Hedges
Ryan Hedges hopes Rovers can keep sharing the goals around as they aim to evolve following Sam Szmodics’ exit. Szmodics carried most of the burden in the final third last term, becoming the club’s first player since Alan Shearer to hit 30 goals
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Ukrainians visit Accrington to advance twinning project
A UKRANIAN delegation has visited an East Lancashire borough to discuss a proposed twinning arrangement. The representatives of the town of Khust in the west of the war-torn country met with the Mayor of Hyndburn Cllr Mike Booth, council leader
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Rare King Charles 50p coin sells for £153 on eBay - how to tell if you have one
A King Charles III 50 pence coin has sold on eBay for more than £153. The first coins with King Charles' official portrait on began entering circulation in the UK back in December 2022. Late last year the Royal Mint unveiled eight new coin
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Two lanes closed on M6 southbound due to lorry fire
TWO lanes have been closed on the M6 southbound following a lorry fire. The section of the M6 has been closed between Junction 40 at Penrith and Junction 39 at Shap following a lorry fire in the early afternoon on Wednesday, August 21. National
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Netflix announces new Take That documentary starring all original band members
Netflix has revealed a new Take That documentary is "in production" which will feature all of the band's original members. The announcement was made at the Edinburgh TV Festival, along with six other commissions from Netflix. Posting on X,
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New Freeview update sees 'important changes' made including closure of 3 channels
Brits are being urged to retune their TVs after "important changes" were made to more than 30 different channels as part of a new Freeview update. The latest update will feature 37 changes including the launch of three new channels and the closure
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Clean energy grants on offer to community groups across E Lancs
ORGANISATIONS in Lancashire are being encouraged to apply for a slice of a regional £2million fund to develop 'clean energy' projects. The Community Energy Fund can help groups get projects such as solar panel networks, wind farms and hydropower
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Nominations sought for Community Volunteer Awards - with past winners aged 8 to 85
NOMINATIONS are still open for the 2024 Blackburn with Darwen Community Volunteer Awards. So far more than 300 individuals and groups have been put forward for the accolades. Arranged by the borough's Community CVS and Blackburn with Darwen
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Lancs Police offering £10 reward for Zombie knives and machetes ahead of ban
Lancashire police has launched a compensation scheme for anyone who hands in zombie-style knives and machetes, ahead of the ban next month. A Blackburn woman, who educates children about the dangers of knife crime, says this is a great first step
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Peterborough owner gives verdict on Szmodics' Ipswich switch
Peterborough United chairman Darragh MacAnthony has weighed in on Sam Szmodics’ move to Ipswich Town. Szmodics spent two-and-a-half-years at London Road before heading to Rovers in the summer of 2022. MacAnthony believes it is a good move for
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Restoration of 800-year-old East Lancs tourist attraction delayed by a year
WORK to restore and repair an East Lancashire historic monument and tourist attraction has been delayed a year. Ribble Valley Council is now looking for external grant funding to pay for the refurbishment of Clitheroe Castle's 800-year-old keep
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Paddy McGuinness opens up about Freddie Flintoff's TV return after Top Gear crash
Former Top Gear presenter Paddy McGuinness has said he is “glad” to see his pal Andrew “Freddie” Flintoff back on TV screens again. His former co-star Flintoff, 46, was taken to hospital in December 2022 after he was left with facial and rib injuries
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Police take action after destroyed car found abandoned in 'dangerous condition'
Officers have issued a warning after a car was found abandoned, in a dangerous condition, in Nelson. On Monday (August 19), police received reports of an abandoned vehicle that had been parked on Lonsdale Street. The car was destroyed and the
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Two East Lancs men charged after police chase following burglary ends in crash
Five people, including two men from East Lancashire, have been charged after a police chase following a burglary ended in a crash on Sunday night. The three-car crash happened on Bury New Road in Prestwich, near the Tesco store, at around 8.20pm
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Burnley sign Chelsea defender Humphreys on 'loan with option to buy'
Burnley have announced the signing of Chelsea defender Bashir Humphreys on a "season-long loan with an option to buy". The 21-year-old, who can play centre-back or left-back, started out at Reading before joining the Academy ranks at Stamford Bridge
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BBC Countryfile visits one of the 'rarest habitats on earth' in the Lake District
BBC's Countryfile visited England’s largest remaining temperate rainforest, located in the Lake District, in its latest episode, exploring what it says is one of the 'rarest habitats on earth'. Presenter Sean Fletcher takes viewers on an hour long
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Paul Heckingbottom outlines aim for Championship rivals PNE
Paul Heckingbottom is aiming to get Preston North End “back on track” after being named the new boss at Deepdale. Heckingbottom succeeds Ryan Lowe, who left by “mutual consent” following the opening day defeat against Sheffield United. Mike
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DWP urges almost 1 million pensioners to make urgent Winter Fuel Payment check
Almost a million low-income pensioners eligible have been urged to make an urgent Winter Fuel payment check. Labours' decision to scrap the universal winter fuel payments - worth up to £300 - has proven extremely controversial, with commentators
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Image released after man paid £650 for a fake mobile phone
Police have released an image of a man they wish to speak to after a person was involved in a mobile phone scam. Officers are investigating after a person paid £650 for a mobile phone, which turned out to be fake. The victim arranged to meet
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Reports of assault after groups seen wearing balaclavas and carrying weapons
A dispersal order was in force across Rawtenstall last night (August 20) after large groups of youths were reported to be wearing balaclavas and carrying weapons. It was reported that a person was assaulted. The dispersal order, which was in
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Food hygienist warning issued to anyone buying eggs amid health risks
A food hygienist has issued a warning to anyone buying eggs - including the one place that we should never store them. Storing our food products in the right place is not only key for protecting our health but it's crucial for making the most of
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Mum of 'amazing' man who died after crash set to be honoured at Man City match
The mum of an "amazing" man who died after a crash is appealing for the fans of the club he supported to help “honour him one last time” this weekend. Will Place, who commentated at Ramsbottom United FC matches, died following a crash on York Street
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Telecommunications company continues to foster support for businesses
A Burnley telecommunications company says it continues to foster support for businesses by providing a tailored service to each client. Bowland IT & Telecoms aims to support companies by providing remote and site-based computer support services
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Half of township health centre to become nursery and pre-school
PART of a health centre in an East Lancashire township is to be turned into a nursery and pre-school. Reefa Shah, of Accrington-based Play & Learn Childcare, has been given permission to convert half of the building at 78a High Street, Rishton.
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Derelict former town centre pub set to be knocked down for flats
A DERELICT town centre pub looks set to be knocked down. The former Lord Longworth in Thomas Street, Oswaldtwistle has been earmarked for flats. Gary Brown has asked Hyndburn Council for planning permission in principle to demolish the pub
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Date announced for reopening of B&M store after last year's huge fire
B&M Blackburn is set to reopen next month after being devastated by a huge fire. The high-street discount retailer at the Peel Centre will be back on September 14, following the blaze in May 2023. A B&M spokesperson said: “We’re delighted
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Dolan keen to 'step up' as part of new-look Rovers attack
Tyrhys Dolan is pleased to see Rovers’ new strikers “hit the ground running” and hopes to help keep the goals flowing. Yuki Ohashi netted his third goal in as many games to rescue a point at Norwich City over the weekend, while Makhtar Gueye and
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Ex-Mayor presents £9,300 to three charities doing 'wonderful work in the borough'
The ex-Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen has presented more than £9,300 to local charities. Cllr Parwaiz Akhtar Mayor’s appeal throughout the past year collected a total of £9,313.35 which will be split between three charities. East Lancashire
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Man urinated in Blackburn police cell then racially abused officer
A man from Burnley damaged his police station cell and also racially abused a Lancashire police officer. Last February, Daniel Shaw, 42, of Padgate Place, spat and urinated in his cell at Greenbank Police Station in Blackburn. He also damaged
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'Meet the Chef' - new feature coming to the Lancashire Telegraph
The Lancashire Telegraph and other newspapers in the North West are set to celebrate chefs and eateries with the launch of a new feature. 'Meet the Chef' will see regional professional cooks and their associated businesses celebrated across Newsquest
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Mosque responds after incidents and High Court documents shared
One of Blackburn’s biggest mosques said it is ‘reviewing matters internally’ after High Court documents were shared that reveal a row between an imam and management. The letters have surfaced following a number of weeks of incidents at the Masjide
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Man sentenced for breaching restraining order
A man turned up at his dad’s flat despite being subject to a restraining order imposed for an assault on the older man. Blackburn magistrates heard James Shaw entered the ground floor flat uninvited and his dad later told police he was scared by
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Sex offender downloaded apps on his phone which court order did not allow
A convicted sex offender downloaded various apps onto his phone which were prohibited by a sexual harm prevention order. Blackburn magistrates heard Graham Marshall claimed he did not fully understand what he was allowed to have on his phone.
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Loyal Rovers fan, 72, misses out on season ticket after ‘IT nightmare’
A loyal Blackburn Rovers fan, who has held a season ticket for 35 years, says he has missed out on renewing his pass this year after struggling with the online booking system. In previous years, Howard Whalley would purchase a ticket via the ticket
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'One of the best events of the year' - Soap box challenge set for return this weekend
The Amazing Accrington Soapbox Challenge is set for Saturday, August 24 from 10am to 3pm. This beloved Bank Holiday weekend race sees businesses and individuals vying for the Soapbox Champion title on Blackburn Road. BBC Radio Lancashire's
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Self-flying fire robots to be used to prevent devastating wildfires
Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service has commissioned a self-flying robot that can detect fires at the cause, preventing the possibility of them spreading into wildfires. They intend to use intelligent firefighting drones to suppress fires as part
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Blackburn hospital team stars in award-winning Channel 5 documentary
East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust's dedicated pathology team is making headlines as it features in the acclaimed Channel 5 documentary series, Cause of Death. Now in its third season, the award-winning show offers a compelling look into the work
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Blackburn woman had to learn how to walk again after developing rare condition
A woman from Blackburn had to re-learn how to walk after developing a rare and life-threatening condition. Michelle, who does not wish to reveal her last name, has a rare auto-immune disorder where the immune system attacks the body’s nerves, called
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MARTIN FURBER: Dealing with trauma day-to-day
Given the events of earlier this month, it is unsurprising that so many people report feeling unsettled. Whether we have been directly affected by recent events or not, it's natural to feel overwhelmed when exposed to distressing news or situations
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Sanah stars in women's cup final for Karachi City
Former Accrington Stanley Women's footballer Sanah Mehdi helped Karachi City to the Pakistan National Womens Football Championships. The final, held at the Jinnah National Stadium Islamabad, saw Karachi overcome Islamabad Legacy FC 4-0, with Sanah
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Knife threat man faces deportation to Romania
A ROMANIAN national who held a knife to the throat of a woman he was living with faces deportation after serving a jail sentence. Judge Sara Dodd, sitting at Burnley Crown Court, told Marian Popan, 46, that he may have acted out of jealousy when
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Nurse shares pictures of horrific injures she sustained at trampoline park
A senior nurse has spoken about the horrific injuries she sustained after jumping in a foam pit at a popular trampoline park. Jodie Wright was visiting Flip Out in Preston and says when she jumped off a plastic stepping stone into a foam pit below
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Why this ‘visually stunning’ pub in Lancashire is in the UK’s top 17 by CAMRA
A pub in Lancashire has been named among the UK’s top 17 by CAMRA. The news comes as CAMRA revealed the top 17 winners from the regions and nations. CAMRA said: “A total of 17 fantastic pubs have battled it out with thousands of pubs across