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Burnley beat the deadline to complete Zian Flemming deal
Burnley beat the deadline to complete the signing of Millwall man Zian Flemming on loan with an obligation to buy at the end of the season. The 26-year-old scored 15 goals for the Lions last term and bolsters Scott Parker's attacking midfield options
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Blackburn Rovers seal Todd Cantwell deal as Rangers move is confirmed
Blackburn Rovers have confirmed the signing of Rangers playmaker Todd Cantwell on a permanent deal. The 26-year-old becomes Rovers' ninth addition of the summer, signing a three-year deal at Ewood Park. He'll wear the number eight shirt, vacated
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Star of The Chase reveals EastEnders icon was nearly a Chaser
Star of ITV's The Chase Mark Labbett has revealed that EastEnders icon Shaun Williamson almost became a Chaser. Known as 'The Beast', Mark shared how the Barry Evans star was very close to becoming a Chaser after his impressive appearance on the
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Burnley capture midfielder Josh Laurent from Stoke City
Burnley have completed the signing of Stoke City midfielder Josh Laurent. The 29-year-old has put pen to paper over a two-year deal at Turf Moor, with the option of a further 12 months. Laurent has plenty of Championship experience, having
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BBC confirms Strictly Come Dancing 2024 start date - not long to go
Who will be the first celebrity to receive a 10 from Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood? Well, you won't have long to wait to find out. That's because the BBC has finally confirmed the start date for the 2024 series. It's set to
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Dog owners issued warning after ice cream mix up results in £2,000 vet bill
A mum is warning pet owners to be vigilant while enjoying ice creams this summer after her greedy dog stole and swallowed a Magnum whole, leaving her with a £2,000 vet bill. Shelley Coupland's daughter Sophie Baile was enjoying a milk chocolate
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The 'little-known' dog collar law that could see pet owners face £5k fine
A 'little known' dog collar rule could cost pet owners a £5000 fine if they don't follow it - here's how you can avoid it. Owning a dog is a joyful experience but as pet parents know, it is also a big responsibility. In fact, there are laws
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Burnley sign Brighton winger Sarmiento on season-long loan
Burnley have announced the signing of winger Jeremy Sarmiento on a season-long loan from Brighton. The 22-year-old spent the second half of last term on loan at Ipswich, helping the Portman Road club secure promotion to the Premier League.
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Blackburn Rovers transfer state of play as deal for Fulham winger stalls
A deal for Fulham winger Martial Godo to join Blackburn Rovers is now unlikely, The Lancashire Telegraph understands. Rovers were keen to bring the 21-year-old in on transfer deadline day. Talks with the Cottagers were moving in the right direction
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Stanley complete pair of Premier League loans on deadline day
Stanley have signed goalkeeper Billy Crellin on a season-long loan from Everton. Crellin started out at Fleetwood and had loan spells at Bolton Wanderers, Chorley and FC United of Manchester. He was snapped up by the Toffees in January 2022
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RECAP: Motorway closed in both directions following serious crash
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'I didn't sleep much' - Blackburn Rovers signing on aspirations and 'crazy' tag
Balazs Toth believes a move to Blackburn Rovers is the biggest step of his career and is keen to establish himself as the number one goalkeeper. The Hungarian shot-stopper becomes Rovers' first signing of transfer deadline day, ending their summer-long
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New bus service between Blackburn and Chorley unveiled
A new bus service is set to be introduced linking residents in Blackburn with a Lancashire hospital. Funding has been found to create a new 2A service between Blackburn and Chorley - via Chorley and South Ribble Hospital. The fledgling Blackburn
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Blackburn Rovers confirm second deadline day deal with two more incoming
Blackburn Rovers have confirmed the signing of Amario Cozier-Dubbery on a season-long loan from Brighton & Hove Albion. The young winger checks in at Rovers after plenty of competition for his signature. He becomes the second signing on transfer
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Heinz fans divided over new tinned pasta with some labelling it an 'abomination'
Heinz has launched a new tinned spaghetti carbonara which has left fans divided. The company is famous worldwide for a range of products ranging from ketchup and beans to soup and pasta sauces. But the latest edition to its range has been met
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Thousands of mating spiders are about to invade UK homes - how to keep them out
Anyone with a fear of spiders is preparing for an uncomfortable few weeks in the near future. People are being warned that thousands of sex-crazed spiders are set to invade our homes at the end of next month, with the arrival of autumn signalling
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Excitement as Wiltonfest returning on Saturday
A free climbing festival is returning to Belmont this weekend. Hundreds have gathered to climb the quarries, take classes and enjoy the scenery over Wiltonfest’s 11 years of running the event. And on Saturday, August 31, the event is back at
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Burglar targeted 88-year-old stealing cash and pictures of her late husband
A prolific burglar who preyed on elderly residents across Preston has been jailed. During April, May and June this year, Alan Eastham, 51 entered the homes of his victims through unlocked doors or by distracting them, before stealing items.
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Blackburn Rovers split family loyalties and cult hero status up for grabs
As you drive through Padiham, on the A671 Burnley Road towards Gawthorpe, there is a row of shops on either side which is now mainly takeaways, bookmakers and barber shops. It was on this road that my grandparents ran a small grocery business back
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Blackburn Rovers confirm transfer deadline day departure
Blackburn Rovers have announced that Jack Vale has rejoined Scottish side Motherwell on a season-long loan. The 23-year-old will spend the campaign back in Scotland after impressing with the club last season. Vale joined them in January after struggling
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Dream job alert as ‘superfans’ urged to apply to become bakery’s official pie taster
HOW would you like to secure a dream job of becoming a bakery’s official pie taster? Holland's Pies is taking on Greggs in a battle for pastry supremacy, and it would like fans from the north west to join the fight. The legendary East Lancashire
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Blackburn Rovers sign Balazs Toth to kickstart transfer deadline day
Blackburn Rovers have confirmed the permanent signing of goalkeeper Balazs Toth for an undisclosed fee. The Hungarian goalkeeper becomes their sixth summer addition, penning a three-year deal at Ewood Park. However, the deal is subject to international
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Blackburn Rovers new signing reveals transfer delay and what fans can expect
Lewis Baker was delighted when a move to Blackburn Rovers reignited after talks earlier in the transfer window. The midfielder became the club's seventh piece of business this summer on Thursday, signing on a season-long loan from Stoke City.
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467 homes and businesses affected by power outage
Engineers are working to restore power to more than 450 properties. Electricity North West said 467 properties in the Little Harwood and Whitebirk areas were affected this morning. It is hoped power will be restored to properties by midday.
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Transfer Deadline Day LIVE: Latest Burnley news and gossip
11:40pm Thanks for following our live blog. Make sure to check out our coverage of the East Lancashire derby tomorrow!
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Transfer Deadline Day: Blackburn Rovers confirm three signings
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Man lied to police after assaulting woman at her own home
A woman whose house had been taken over by uninvited guests was dragged back into the property by a man she considered a friend. Blackburn Magistrates' Court heard Mohammed Hussain grabbed the victim by her right arm and leg and tried to carry
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Gregg out to show family and friends what he can do
Three years ago, Gregg Stevenson watched Great Britain’s rowers compete in Tokyo on the television in his sitting room, writes Lucy Wilde. He had buried thoughts of a Paralympic campaign after injury struggles forced him to step back from training
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Apprenticeship provider makes good progress in improving education says Ofsted
A Blackburn-based apprenticeship provider has been praised for making good progress in improvement following a visit by Ofsted. Get Set Academy, based in Richmond Terrace, had at the time of the visit 120 apprentices on its roll, in industries
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Man tried to ram police car in 4x4 stolen from outside pub
A car thief deliberately reversed at a police car as he tried to avoid arrest. Blackburn Magistrates' Court heard Dylan Murgatroyd then mounted a pavement and collided with a Range Rover and a wall before coming to a stop. Murgatroyd, 25, of
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Live broadcast to catch the Drift with listeners
A floating broadcast is set to be launched on the Leeds Liverpool Canal in Blackburn to invoke the spirit of Radio Caroline. Drift, a programme devised by the Super Slow Way initiative, will be broadcasting from aboard the Bill Hunt barge on the
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Leftover food 'fills nearly half of borough's bins'
Forty per cent of waste going into Blackburn with Darwen's bins is leftover food, says a new report. And around half of what is deposited in general waste burgundy bins is still in date or edible, according to an analysis by council bosses.
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Shortlist success for stroke and brain injury rehabilitation service
A pioneering online rehabilitation service for people in Lancashire and South Cumbria living with brain injuries or stroke has been shortlisted for a national award. The Chief Allied Health Professions Officer (CAHPO) Awards celebrate the delivery
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Plans approved for former bar to become travel agency
A former town centre bar is set to become the new site for a travel agency after plans were approved by the council. Harmony Voyages, a family-run travel agent based at Holmes Mill in Clitheroe, submitted plans to take over the site of Corto last
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Blackburn Rovers boss sends clear message and dismisses Burnley narrative
John Eustace has called for cool heads as but insists Blackburn Rovers know the importance of Saturday's East Lancs derby with Burnley. Rovers travel to Turf Moor having lost both their meetings with the Clarets in the 2022/23 season under Jon
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Man deliberately rammed ex-partner's car while he was banned from driving
A man deliberately rammed his brother’s car into his ex-partner’s car before crashing into a lamppost. Andrew Ayers, 26, was behind the wheel of his brother’s Ford Eco Sport when he drove into the back of his ex-girlfriend’s car outside his house
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Folklore fest kicks off with ex-Coronation Street star short film
A short film starring a former Coronation Street star is set to get a premiere in the East Lancs village where it was shot. For the launch of Sabden's Summer Folklore Festival tonight, Friday, a showing has been secured of Soil, featuring ex-Corrie
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Man who 'lacked confidence' finds work through Pendle YES Hub
A young man who was lacking in confidence has been able to find employment thanks to support from Pendle YES Hub. The Hub is managed by Active Lancashire and Positive Action in the Community on behalf of Pendle Borough Council and offers free support
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Blackburn musician, 19, going on tour and releasing new EP with band
A Blackburn musician is going on tour with his band and is also preparing to release a new EP. Jacob Reddy, 19, and his bandmates, Liam Riley (drums), Liam Farrell (lead guitar), and Theo Brockbank (bass guitar), will go on tour in November.
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Blackburn hospital doctor 'went above and beyond' to help sick boy with autism
A doctor at Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital has been crowned People’s Health Hero for his support and care of a seven-year-old boy with autism. Dr George Aldersley was recognised after the East Lancashire Hospitals Trust (ELHT) asked patients
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Post Office apologises over ongoing staff shortages at East Lancs branch
The Post Office has apologised over ongoing staff shortages at an East Lancashire branch. The branch in Todmorden Road, Burnley, has been experiencing ongoing staff shortages leading to sporadic closures, even at times when it is scheduled to be
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Ex-soldier turned to crime to fund drug habit following discharge
A decorated soldier turned to crime to fund a drug habit following his discharge from the army. Blackburn magistrates heard Liam Hendry committed his first criminal offence at the age of 33 after 12 years of serving his country. Damien Pickup
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Sentencing of woman who stabbed husband adjourned
A sentence hearing for a Clitheroe woman who admitted to stabbing her estranged husband has been adjourned. Ann McKenna, 55, was due to be sentenced at Liverpool Crown Court on Wednesday (August 28). This has been put back to September 4 after
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Council launches enhanced business support service to aid entrepreneurs
A council has announced the launch of a new service to help empower entrepreneurs and bolster existing businesses. Hyndburn Council has announced its enhanced Business Support Service which will offer tailored advice, workshops and training, referrals
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Drug use rise concerns aired by town licensees
Licensees in an East Lancs town have sounded an alarm over an 'increasing' problem with drug use on their premises. Under the Pub Watch scheme in Clitheroe, like a number of other East Lancs towns, people can be banned for using drugs in pubs and
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Food festival 'brought in 5,000 more' to town
An extra 5,000 people are said to have attended a popular East Lancashire food festival despite bad weather, councillors have been told. An estimated 25,000 people enjoyed the Clitheroe Food Festival, members of Ribble Valley Council's economic
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Corrie star visits Blackburn charity shop as town centre bosses hail busy summer
Town centre leaders in Blackburn have double reasons to celebrate after a successful summer on the high street and beyond. Supporters of Blackburn's Business Improvement District say visitor numbers to their patch have leapt year on year. And