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New TV channel launching on Freeview and Sky this week that's replacing another
A new channel TV channel has launched on Freeview, Sky and Virgin Media this week. GREAT! TV is responsible for a host of channels including the likes of GREAT! Movies, GREAT! Action and GREAT! Romance. The network has now launched a new channel
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Get your hands on incredibly valuable coin as top 10 rarest coins revealed
Brits have the chance to get their hands on a rare and valuable commemorative Winnie the Pooh coin. The officially licensed 65mm Pooh Sticks Commemorative celebrating the game of Poohsticks and comes complete with a definitive history of the game
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Chef uses experience to open bar and cafe in home village
A chef has ploughed his 22 years of experience into opening a coffee shop and bar in his home village of Stacksteads. John-Paul Chesworth's new premises Bakehouse and Bar is in a former greengrocer in Newchurch Road. It will not just be selling
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Pussycat Dolls star set to descend on East Lancs town this month – here’s why
Pop icon, Kimberly Wyatt, will perform a DJ set at the iMEP Music Festival in Accrington this September. Kimberly reached pop success as a member of the girl group, The Pussycat Dolls. With a string of global hits including Don't Cha, Buttons
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County council gets new environment and planning director
LANCASHIRE County Council has appointed a new director of environment and planning following his predecessor's retirement after more than three decades of working for the giant authority. Jonathan Edwards take over the job from Andrew Mullaney,
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County council cash gap cut to £7.59m says report
LANCASHIRE County Council faces a predicted overspend of £7.59million in the current financial year. The figure is in a new report to the authority's ruling cabinet and is dramatically down on the original deficit forecast for 2024/25 of £28.4m
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Barclays bank moves into new location in town centre
Barclays Bank has notified customers that it is moving into a new location within The Mall Blackburn. The branch will have a 'pod' with private seating opposite the Pandora Jewellery and The Works stores. The purpose-built stall aims to deal
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Teenager sentenced over role in town's disorder last month
A teenager has been given a suspended prison sentence for his role in the disorder in Blackpool last month. Tyla Chalmers-Millington, 18, pleaded guilty to one count of racially aggravated public order last month. Violent mobs descended on
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Mountain rescue responds to incident at Darwen Tower
Mountain rescue responded to an unresponsive casualty at Darwen Tower on Tuesday, September 3. At 5.05pm, Bolton Mountain Rescue Team was called by North West Ambulance Service to respond to a casualty, who had been spotted as being unresponsive
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Amario Cozier-Dubbery: From the parks to Arsenal, Brighton and Blackburn Rovers
Other than starting with the letter B, there aren't many similarities between Brighton and Blackburn. The two clubs are at polar ends of the country. Different demographics, different cultures, different weather. Yet, in a footballing sense, the
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Independent medical review of deaths in health settings welcomed
BLACKBURN with Darwen Council's customer services boss has welcomed government changes which mean all deaths in hospitals or any other health setting not investigated by a coroner will be reviewed by an independent senior doctor. This will form
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Can you help fly the flag in Darwen on special occasions?
DARWEN Town Council is looking for a firm or individual to help it with flying patriotic flags on special occasions. Would-be contractors have until September 30 to submit tenders for the work. A spokeswoman said: "On special events, the town
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Blackburn Rovers confirm EFL squad list and stance on free agents
Blackburn Rovers have submitted a 23-man squad to the English Football League. Every club had to submit a maximum list of 25 players that are eligible to play in the Championship until January. The deadline for that was 24 hours after the transfer
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Police and fire service deal with overturned car
Firefighters were called to deal with an overturned car on Garstang Road, Preston where one casualty was trapped inside. The incident occurred just before 12.20pm today, September 6 and two fire engines from Preston and Fulwood attended the scene
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Supermarket owners to face 'landmark' sex discrimination pay claims
Asda workers are to take part in demonstrations as their landmark equal pay claim begins. More than 60,000 Asda workers take their case to the Employment Tribunal on Monday in what is set to be the largest ever private sector equal pay claim. TDR
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When will you receive DWP Winter Fuel Payments as millions set to miss out
More than one million pensioners will receive help with their energy bills in the coming months in the form of the Winter Fuel Payment. The support, provided by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), is expected to be available to 1.5 million
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Drivers warned of a 'very convincing' new parking ticket scam
Drivers are being warned of a “convincing” new scam text message which accuses motorists of owing money through unpaid parking fines. Consumer watchdog Which? is alerting drivers in the UK to the scam, which takes victims through to a copycat government
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Sir Ian McKellen says late Queen was 'quite rude' to him
Sir Ian McKellen has said the late Queen was "quite rude" to him on the occasions that he met her. The Burnley-born veteran stage and screen actor, 85, who studied at Bolton School was knighted for services to the performing arts in 1991 and Queen
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Blackburn man arrested for vehicle interference
A man has been arrested in Darwen following several vehicle interferences last night. Police were called to an address on Waterside, Darwen at around 4am to reports of an individual trying car door handles. On arrival officers obtained CCTV
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Police seize three-storey cannabis grow in this East Lancs town
A large cannabis farm has been uncovered in Burnley following reports of suspicious activity and the smell of the drug. Police were called to the Clough Lane area yesterday, Thursday September 5 to investigate. Officers attended the address
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I was at Lancs live music venue for takeover by BBC radio royalty - this act wowed me
One of Lancashire’s most iconic music venues welcomed radio royalty ahead of Preston’s Radio 2 in the Park this weekend. Sting, Manic Street Preachers, The Pet Shop Boys, Craig David, and so many more music giants will descend on Lancashire on
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Blackburn Rovers' new-found quality and two signings that should excite fans
Now breathe! After the humdinger at Turf Moor last Saturday, it’s a chance for us all to catch our breath and reflect, as we endure the most annoying international break of the season. A disappointing cup exit aside, it’s been a largely positive
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East Lancs man jailed over North Wales shop thefts
A Nelson man has been jailed after he stole around £150 worth of good from shops in North Wales. Jack Head, 22, also assaulted a man and failed to surrender to bail when required by the court. The first offence happened on June 20 in Wrexham
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Distraught mum's warning over deadly TikTok trend as son placed in coma
A distraught mum is warning kids over the dangers of the deadly 'chroming' social media trend. Nichola King had just finished breastfeeding her two-year-old baby when she heard a loud thud from the kitchen. The 36-year-old began walking downstairs
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Tens of thousands of drivers to be affected by key motorway closure starting TONIGHT
A key cross-county motorway will close this weekend affecting thousands of drivers across East Lancashire. National Highways are closing a section of the M62 in Greater Manchester from 9pm tonight (Friday) until 6am on Monday, with further work
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Check your change as rare £2 coin could be worth a small fortune - how to spot
We are all being urged check our change and keep an eye out for a rare £2 coin that could be worth a small fortune. The rare coin, which has fetched more than £500 at auction, is still believed to be in circulation and features an error that makes
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‘Never event’ reported at maternity unit at a Lancashire hospital
An investigation is under way after a medical swab designed to stop bleeding was left inside a patient after she had given birth. The incident at Blackpool Victoria Hospital has been identified as a ‘never event’, which means it was a preventable
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Boy, 17, charged with attempted murder after man in 50s stabbed
A teenager has been charged with attempted murder after a man was stabbed in Lancashire. The 17-year-old, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was also charged with robbery and possession of a bladed article in a public place. The boy, from
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Ex-Blackburn Rovers loanee delivers surprise verdict on Ewood Park spell
Yasin Ayari believes his loan spell at Blackburn Rovers has set him up for success, even if he didn't leave Ewood Park as a regular. The midfielder signed on loan from Brighton & Hove Albion in January but his impact was limited. In truth, it wasn't
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Connor Roberts excited to work under Craig Bellamy again on Wales duty
Connor Roberts is excited to work under Craig Bellamy again on international duty with Wales. Bellamy was Vincent Kompany’s assistant at Turf Moor for a couple of seasons, helping the Clarets win the Championship title in 2023. The 45-year-old
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'I couldn't function' - Blackburn Rovers striker opens up on injury nightmare
Harry Leonard has opened up an injury-hit 2024 after returning to full training during the international break. The Blackburn Rovers striker is yet to play a minute under John Eustace after two freak injuries, which have kept him out for six months
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Ribble Valley wedding venue granted permission for 10 holiday lodges
A wedding venue has been granted permission to build 10 holiday lodges on its site. The Out Barn, in the Ribble Valley countryside, is permitted to host up to 40 weddings per year and is also used as a corporate training centre. Proposals submitted
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Residents speak out over abandoned cars packed with 'rice and pasta'
Residents in one of Blackburn’s most sought-after streets have spoken out over abandoned vehicles which have been described as an ‘eyesore’. The truck is parked at the entrance to a property on the corner of Livesey Branch Road and Coverdale Drive
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Care worker snorted cocaine as he drove vulnerable pair on a day out
A support worker entrusted with the care of two extremely vulnerable adults stopped to buy cocaine while driving them on a day out. Blackburn magistrates heard Thomas Brindle then snorted a line of cocaine in the car. Before driving off he
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£750,000 hub for 'next generation of film and TV producers' to launch in Blackburn
An exciting new media hub is to launch in Blackburn aimed at inspiring the next generation of film and TV producers. The University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) said it wants to bolster film and television production jobs after establishing a
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Man pleads not guilty to intentionally strangling woman
A man has pleaded not guilty to intentionally strangling a woman. Steven Hulme, 43, is alleged to have strangled the woman during an incident in Darwen in July. Appearing at Preston Crown Court on Wednesday (September 4) Hulme denied the offence
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Blackburn Rovers' contract state of play and immediate priorities
With the transfer window closed, Blackburn Rovers have the opportunity to concentrate on matters off the field. John Eustace's attention will be firmly fixed on building momentum after their impressive start to the season. Eight points from four
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Care worker who denies neglect will stand trial next year
A woman accused of being a care worker who neglected an individual will stand trial next year. Ysabel Alderson, 26, appeared at Burnley Crown Court on Wednesday (September 4). She pleaded not guilty to one count of being a care worker who ill-treated-wilfully
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Reopen Colne Skipton rail link new East Lancs MP tells government
New Pendle and Clitheroe MP Jonathan Hinder has used his maiden speech in Parliament to call for the restoration of the Colne to Skipton rail link. The Labour newcomer also praised his former police colleagues for their 'great courage, professionalism
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Pie merchant where "a family business is an understatement" nominated for best bakery
A pie merchants where being “a family business is an understatement” has been nominated for the Lancashire Telegraph’s Best Bakery 2024. Ten bakeries are battling it out for your votes, with Stables Pies being one of your finalists. Having
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Councillors recommended to approve controversial care home plan
Councillors have been recommended to end the eight-month planning saga over a proposed small care home by approving the controversial proposal. Kenneth Tomkins of Jigsaw Children's Home Ltd originally proposed the conversion of the two-storey mid-terrace
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Man pleads guilty to possessing more than 50,000 indecent images of children
A man has pleaded guilty to possessing more than 50,000 indecent images of children. Mark Threlfall, 61, entered his pleas at Preston Crown Court on Wednesday (September 4). Threlfall, of Blackburn Road, Accrington, admitted downloading 52,358
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Vernon Kay excited to come home - and says festival will be great for Northwest
Vernon Kay says he is excited to return home to the northwest, as he has been announced in the DJ set line-up at Radio 2 in the Park, in Preston. Host of Radio 2's mid-morning show Vernon, from Horwich, will be hosting 90s DJ sets on Friday, September
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East Lancs MP speak of the loss of his baby daughter in Commons
New East Lancashire Labour MP Andy MacNae has spoken in Parliament about the loss of his five-day-old daughter. He called for more action to tackle preventable baby deaths and more support for bereaved parents. Rossendale and Darwen backbencher
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Talented defender back playing again after 'gruelling mental and physical battles'
A talented footballer who has battled physical injuries and mental demons during the 'toughest year of his life' is excited to get back on the pitch. Former Burnley FC academy player Muhammad Abdur Rahman has joined Coppull United as he looks to
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Handcrafted lace jabot adds elegance to mayoral regalia
A Ribble Valley artisan has designed a piece of lacework for Clitheroe Town Council's mayoral regalia. Liz Parkinson, a retired businesswoman, spent more than 200 hours delicately crafting a new 'jabot', a traditional neckpiece worn by the Mayor
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Burnley's St Andrews Church receives police funding to stop anti-social behaviour
Police in Burnley have helped to secure funding for a new gate at a church to protect the area from drug-related activities. A new gate will be installed at St Andrew's Church in Colne Road to enhance its security measures and provide a safer environment
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Woman who stabbed her estranged husband in neck is jailed
A woman who stabbed her estranged husband in the neck has been jailed. Ann McKenna, 55, stabbed John McKenna during an incident in the bedroom at her flat on December 9 last year. The court was told he had been helping his wife move into the