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Motorway was closed for 18 hours due to crash, say police
Police have said a full motorway closure which lasted more than 18 hours yesterday and today was due to a crash. The M65 was closed in both directions from 9.23pm on Friday, September 6, until just after 4pm on Saturday 7 due to a road traffic
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Dad-of-two dies after suspected gas explosion tore through house
A man who was critically injured in a suspected gas explosion in Longridge has died, according to a statement released by family. A Facebook statement, issued by sister-in-law Emma Fenwick, confirmed Robert Anthony Fenwick died in hospital on Friday
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Police launch investigation after anti-social behaviour at town’s park
Officers say there will be an increased police presence at a Nelson park after a surge in anti-social behaviour reports. There will be an increased police presence in Marsden Park as police investigate these reports. Lancashire Police are paying
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Iconic 90s band burst onto Radio 2 in the Park stage with surprise performance
An iconic pop band from the 90s made a surprise appearance at Radio 2 in the Park in Preston. The music festival kicked off in style yesterday evening (6 September), with presenters taking to the DJ stage to spin their favourite tunes to more than
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Freddie Flintoff lands new job as ex Top Gear host calls show 'dangerous'
Freddie Flintoff has landed a new job as he steps into the coaching world after being placed in charge of the England Lions. The former captain has returned to cricket over the past year, serving as assistant coach at this summer’s T20 World Cup
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Untaxed and damaged cars in this town seized after ‘crowding streets for weeks’
Untaxed cars have been seized from Burnley as part of a police operation. On Friday (September 6), officers descended on the Daneshouse and Stoneyholme areas to address concerns raised by the local community, of untaxed cars parked on streets.
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'Prolific shoplifter' banned from town centre after threatening shop workers
A man from Chorley has been banned from the town centre after ‘threatening shop workers’. Paul Watson, of Park Road, appeared at Preston Crown Court, on September 5. Watson is described as a “prolific shoplifter” after causing harassment alarm
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Four fire engines called after tumble dryer blaze in basement in early hours
Four fire engines were called to a tumble dryer fire in Foulridge on September 7. At 1.20am, four fire engines from Barnoldswick, Nelson and Earby attended an incident on Skipton Old Road. Crews said the fire involved a dryer in a basement.
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East Lancs singer's band wins Mercury Prize beating Charli XCX and Cat Burns
A four-piece indie band, the lead singer of which is from Colne, has won the 2024 Mercury Prize for their debut album This Could Be Texas. English Teacher said it is “insane” they mark the first act from outside London to win the Mercury Prize
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New Blackburn Rovers signing called-up as team-mates enjoy international success
Amario Cozier-Dubbery has been called up by the England Under-20 squad for their upcoming fixture against Romania. Blackburn Rovers' new signing has spent the first week of his loan spell training with the team at the Senior Training Centre during
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Police take action after Ford spotted 'driving erratically'
A car has been seized after being driven in an ‘erratic manner’ in Clitheroe. On Friday night (September 6), the vehicle was seen speeding through the town centre. Police checks found that the owner of the vehicle had already been given a warning
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Live updates as M65 back open after 18 hour police closure
5:18pm Report: Motorway reopens after crash You can read our full report on last night and today's M65 closure here
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Michael Maloney adds touch of the twirly whirly to Poirot at The Lowry
When it comes to playing one of the world’s most famous fictional detectives on stage there is one question which is unavoidable. What about the moustache? Michael Maloney, who is preparing to bring Agatha Christie’s Hercule Poirot to The Lowry
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East Lancashire's new MPs' first financial interests revealed
Extra earnings and donations received by East Lancashire new cohort of MPs have been revealed in the first Register of Members’ Financial Interests of the new Parliamentary session. The register reveals the earnings MPs make from jobs outside of
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Teacher kissed pupil on cheek and said he loved her, misconduct hearing finds
A teacher was found to have told a pupil he loved her and kissed her on the cheek while on an unauthorised camping trip away from the school. A misconduct hearing of long-serving teacher Simon Mumford was heard this week, starting on Tuesday, September
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MasterChef star to put on pizza demonstration at East Lancs food festival
One of the finalists of MasterChef: The Professionals has been announced as the latest star to appear at a food festival in East Lancashire. Matt Willdigg went all the way to the final of the competition in 2022 where his love for wild ingredients
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Blackpool Pleasure Beach secures spot in UK's top five family theme parks
In a rundown of UK's top theme parks for children, Blackpool Pleasure Beach has been ranked as one of the best according to a new study. fifth, according to a study by Outdoor Toys. Using different variables such as the number of rides, eateries
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Elderly residents left thrilled by surprise visit from children
Elderly locals were delighted when children visited them during a recent tour around Lancashire. The initiative was arranged by care provider Right at Home South Liverpool & Halton and its sister branch Right at Home Preston & South Ribble.
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Man accused of sexual assault and false imprisonment pleads not guilty
A man accused of sexual assault and false imprisonment will stand trial next year after entering not guilty pleas. Sameer Ainarkar, 45, appeared at Preston Crown Court on Thursday, September 5. Ainarkar, of Hozier Street, Blackburn, pleaded
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Village band to open their doors for first open day since 2016
A brass band will be opening their doors to visitors for the first time since 2016 as part of the national Heritage Open Days festival. Water Village Band has been based in the villages of Water and Lumb in Rossendale since 1866 and is now the
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Star-studded Halloween '90s-themed live party to electrify Lancashire venue
A Halloween-themed event, set for October 26 at Blackpool Winter Gardens, is set to feature Heather Small of M-People. The music bash organised by Blackpool, 90s Baby, and S2S Fest will run from 2pm to 11pm for another S2S x 90s Baby Halloween
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Bakery with an impressive selection of sourdough finalist for Best Bakery 2024
A Rossendale bakery which specialises in a range of sourdough has been nominated in this year’s Lancashire Telegraph Best Bakery competition. A total of 10 bakeries will battle it out for your votes, with The Crust being one of your finalists.
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‘I’ve been through so much in life’ - Meet the Lancs Drag Race UK star
An eccentric performer from Chorley said they will “cherish every moment” when they appear on BBC Three show, RuPaul’s Drag Race UK. Kyran Thrax, 26, said they are “raring to go”, adding that they are “going to be a monster” on the show, where
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Lancashire's poshest seaside towns and villages according to locals
Lancashire has lots to offer when it comes to the seaside and beaches but which towns and villages by the sea are the poshest? We asked Lancashire Telegraph readers what they thought. Whether you’re looking for new ideas when it comes to days out
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Pupils congratulated for achievements in GCSEs as new term begins
A Blackburn girls’ school's headteacher has said she is proud of the achievements of her pupils, as the new term and school year begins. Students at Islamiyah Girls' High School (IGHS) achieved some of their strongest results in the school’s recent
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Fewer fire safety notices given in Lancashire in the last year
The Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service issued fewer fire safety notices about buildings last year, new figures show – despite a national increase. It comes as the Fire Brigades Union (FBU) said decades of deregulation and complacency have created
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Sex offender failed to sign register despite warning week before
A convicted sex offender failed to complete his annual signing on requirement despite a reminder from the police just a week earlier. Blackburn magistrates heard Yves Tempels told officer's he couldn't afford the bus fare to the police station
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Lancashire heritage week offers residents a chance to step back in time
Numerous East Lancashire heritage sites are opening their doors for free to allow residents to go back in time - from the middle ages right up to the contemporary era of a football club. As part of the annual Heritage Open Days Festival, castles
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8 death notices and funeral announcements from the Lancashire Telegraph
The Lancashire Telegraph has published eight 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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£1.2m 'masterpiece’ thought to be one of first modern homes in Lancashire
A home in Reedley, that was designed by an architect, is thought to be one of Lancashire’s first modern homes – and it could be yours. Domus, a grade II listed home, has been described as a “modern masterpiece” and it was designed by architect
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Todd Cantwell: Misconceptions, Rangers and a 'burning desire' at Blackburn Rovers
It's a long season but Blackburn Rovers' start has erased any fears of a stressful fight at the wrong end of the table. After narrowly avoiding the drop, many could - and have - predicted Rovers to be in the thick of it again. But an unbeaten start
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Man sentenced after carrying £5,000 worth of drugs through train station
A man has been sentenced after carrying a class A drugs haul worth almost £5,000 to Blackpool on the train. Adam Chothia, of Heys View in Huddersfield, pleaded guilty to possession of a bladed article, two counts of possession with intent to supply
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Cheaper food and drink coming to these pubs until October
A pub company is cutting tax on some products and giving rewards back to customers in response to the tax hike and cut of winter fuel payments. The Seafood Pub Company, which owns three sites in East Lancashire and another three across the county
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People urged to ‘buy a pint’ in memory of man on what would've been his 40th birthday
A charity is urging people to ‘buy a pint’ to raise money for a charity set up in memory of Adam Rogers ahead of what would have been his 40th birthday. Adam was killed in Blackburn town centre attempting to act as a peacemaker. His only mistake
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Free lantern-making sessions with secret garden theme ahead of parade
Lanterns on the theme of a secret garden will be created in free making sessions ahead of the Stacksteads Lantern Festival parade in October. Organised by Stacksteads Countryside Park Group, the seventh procession will be the culmination of four
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Do you remember the Oozebooth Hotel, one of Blackburn's biggest pubs?
It was one of the largest pubs in Blackburn and at one time offered stabling for horses and also had its own bowling green and bowls pavilion. Oozebooth Hotel, Blackburn, 1994 (Picture: Newsquest) This photo of the Oozebooth Hotel was taken
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Marks and Spencer food hall on Issa brothers' Frontier Park hits High Court hitch
PROPOSALS for a £10.1million Marks and Spencer food hall on the Issa brothers' Frontier Park have hit a major High Court hitch. The legal move means that the planning process for the high-class retailer's new outlet which will replace their existing