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John Eustace sets out Blackburn Rovers expectations ahead of transfer deadline
John Eustace is expecting a busy week with Blackburn Rovers looking for at least four more signings before Friday's transfer deadline. A goalkeeper, full-back, central midfielder and wide attacker remains on Eustace's radar as he looks to bolster
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Blackburn Rovers player ratings as Yuki Ohashi and Joe Rankin-Costello impress
Here's how The Lancashire Telegraph scored the players' performances, with a six representing par for the course. Aynsley Pears - 8 Could do nothing about Harris' phenomenal volley from range. Made a few smart saves and commanded his area well
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Arnor Sigurdsson sends Blackburn Rovers message with Oxford United match-winner
Arnor Sigurdsson's late strike ensured Blackburn Rovers secured a comeback 2-1 victory against Oxford United. Rovers had applied the most pressure in the second half but looked like they would be left frustrated at Ewood Park. However, substitute
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30 pictures as crowds line the street for 2024 soapbox race
Crowds packed into Accrington town centre today (August 24) to witness the 2024 #AmazingAccrington Soapbox Challenge. The morning races saw 20 homemade karts speed down the track on Blackburn Road towards the town hall before bending around onto
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Blackburn Rovers 2-1 Oxford United: Sigurdsson goal secures the win
6:10pm John Eustace on the win over Oxford, Arnor Sigurdsson's big moment, transfers and links to Carl Rushworth.
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43 amazing photos as one of Lancashire's flagship music events kicks off
One of Lancashire’s flagship music festivals kicked off in the county last night ahead of a Bank Holiday weekend packed full of events. The Great British Rhythm and Blues Festival returned to Colne once again and started with a bang last night.
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Baby Jack who fought from the moment he was born inspires superhero fundraiser
Family and friends are dressing up as superheroes and trekking up Darwen Tower to help raise funds for a hospital that helped care for a baby boy. Jack Le Blond was born on May 16 last year and fought for his life from the moment he entered the
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E-bike rider attempting to deliver fast food stopped on M6 hard shoulder
A delivery rider was stopped by police as they were riding a bicycle along the M6. Officers stopped the rider on the motorway near Preston last night (August 23) as they were attempting to deliver fast food. Police said they were riding along
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Police appeal for help to find boy missing for nearly two weeks
Police are appealing for help to find a boy with links to Blackburn who has not been seen for almost two weeks. John Junior Carmichael, 15, who also goes by the name JJ, was last seen in Lawson Street, Preston, at around 1.15pm on Tuesday, August
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Three men and a woman arrested as police recover large amount of cash
Four people have been arrested after a large amount of cash was by police. Officers received reports at around 12.15am on Friday (August 23) that a group was attempting to break into a van in Addison Crescent, Blackpool. A Range Rover was searched
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Man's car 'stung' by police after he failed to stop and ran a red light
A man has been arrested after the car he was driving was ‘stung’ after he failed to stop for police. At around 11.55pm on Thursday (August 22) officers signalled for a grey Kia Niro to stop in King Street, Blackburn. The driver of the Kia did
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'Do not travel' warning issued for East Lancs train routes this Sunday
A train operator has issued a ‘do not travel’ warning for some of its routes for this Sunday (August 25). The routes included in the warning include some in East Lancashire. Northern is warning passengers not to travel between Blackburn and
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Firefighters called to tackle blaze at flat in this town
Firefighters were called to tackle a blaze at a flat yesterday afternoon (Friday, August 23). Two crews from Blackburn attended the scene in Douglas Place, Blackburn, at around 1.45pm. No indication was given of how long the crews spent at
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First residents welcomed into £2.8m extension at care home
A family-owned care group has welcomed its first residents to a newly refurbished nursing home in Blackburn. Constantia Healthcare spent in excess of £2.8m on a new 24-bedroom extension at the Queen’s Lodge Nursing Home in Haslingden Road. The
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Why this Lancashire attraction is the best theme park in Britain
A Lancashire attraction has been named Britain's best theme park in a list of the top 12 by The Telegraph. Introducing the list, The Telegraph said: “From vintage rollercoasters to children’s television characters, these are the attractions to
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Mental health patient charged with timewasting offence after motorway jump threat
Within half an hour of being discharged from a mental health unit, a man was reported on the wrong side of the fence of a motorway bridge. Blackburn magistrates heard Sean Kennedy was talked down and returned to hospital and again discharged and
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Men to stand trial after denying conspiracy to steal a motor vehicle
Two men will stand trial next year after denying an offence of conspiring to steal a motor vehicle. Robert O'Neil, 24, and Keiran Bolton, 26, entered not guilty pleas at Preston Crown Court on Friday (August 22). O'Neil, of Portree Crescent
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'This was your dirty secret' - paedophile who 'knew it was wrong' jailed
A “calculating” man who sexually touched a young girl on at least five occasions has been sentenced to five years in prison. William Crotty, 69, pleaded guilty to four counts of assaulting a girl under 13 by touching at a plea and trial preparation
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New neighbourhood inspector takes reins in Pendle and Ribble Valley
Lancashire Constabulary has welcomed a new neighbourhood inspector for Pendle and Ribble Valley. Geographical inspector Rob Grey will be committed to tackling crime and ensuring the safety of residents. Insp Grey began his service in 2005 on
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East Lancs MP welcomes Labour's new border crackdown
Hyndburn's new Labour MP Sarah Smith has welcomed government plans to strengthen border security, enforce immigration rules and increase returns. On Wednesday, Home Secretary Yvette Cooper announced 100 new specialist intelligence officers and
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Lancashire seaside town named among the best in the UK for food and drink
A seaside town in Lancashire has been named one of the best for food and drink in a list by Which? Nearly 5,000 Which? members voted for the best and worst seaside towns rating everything from the beaches to the tourist attractions, it explained
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European champion from East Lancs set to showcase talent at WorldSkills Olympics
A highly skilled Clitheroe professional, who is Europe's leading competitor in her field, is heading to Lyon for the WorldSkills Olympics. Isabelle Barron, ranked as Europe’s number one in the digital construction competition, won the gold medal
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Lancashire town is 'a truly special place' to sea kayak and among England's best
A Lancashire town has been named one of the best spots to go sea kayaking in England in a list by Countryfile. Introducing the list which includes Paddle UK’s recommendations, Countryfile said: “Here are some of our top places to sea kayak around
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Blackburn Rovers predicted team as John Eustace sweats on injury concern
Blackburn Rovers are sweating on the fitness of Hayden Carter this weekend after picking up a knock at Norwich City. The defender is John Eustace's only injury doubt ahead of the visit of Oxford United. Carter hadn't trained up to Thursday this
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Inquest into man shot dead in US hears expletive-laden audio moments before death
An inquest into the death of a Blackburn man heard expletive-laden audio from inside the Texas synagogue where he was shot by US authorities. Malik Faisal Akram, known as Faisal Akram, was 44 at the time of his death on January 15, 2022, in Colleyville
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Aerial photo gives great view of Ewood Park before new stands built
The transformation of Ewood Park had yet to happen when this aerial photo was taken in 1992. Ewood Park, 1992 (Picture: Newsquest) This is a layout which many Rovers fans will remember with the Blackburn End and Darwen End still standing terraces
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Second temporary banking hub opens in Lancashire town
A temporary banking hub has opened in Great Harwood. Cash Access UK, an organisation aimed at protecting access to cash, has opened the temporary banking hub in Great Harwood at Bank Mill House. The hub will be open five days a week until a
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School staff "immensely proud" of pupils after successful GCSE results day
Colne school staff say they are “immensely proud” of all their pupils as students leave with an impressive collection of GCSE results. Fisher More RC High School celebrated a hoard of fantastic results with students demonstrating unwavering commitment
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Lancashire village with 'pretty' canals is among the UK's best to invest in
A Lancashire village has been identified as a good place to invest in property in a list by the Daily Mail. The newspaper said: “The property spotlight is firmly fixed on villages right now, both as desirable locations to live and as possible investment
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9 death notices and funeral announcements from the Lancashire Telegraph
The Lancashire Telegraph has published nine death notices in the last seven days. Every week, the Lancashire Telegraph publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing
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Bacup and Rossendale Grammar pupils commended after exceptional results day
The principal at one of Rossendale’s most historic schools has commended the “hard work and dedication” of its pupils after an exceptional results day. Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School received almost double the national average in pass rate
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Rugby referee who put twinges down to 'highly active lifestyle' given 2 years to live
A former Chorley paramedic, who took his life for granted and ignored 'twinges', has been given two years to live after a devastating prostate cancer diagnosis. Andrew Gibson, who served in the armed forces in addition to his role in the NHS is
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Details revealed for this year's free World Fireworks Championship in Lancashire
Poland, Finland, and the USA will battle it out this year at the World Fireworks Championship in Blackpool. The three nations' teams will showcase their skills over three events at Tower Festival Headland on the evenings of September 7, September