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DVSA reveals the top 10 reasons drivers fail their driving test
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has revealed the top ten reasons learner drivers fail their driving tests. Hopeful motorists are being encouraged to take a look at the list to make sure they don’t fall foul of the common pitfalls
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Millions could face higher bills after Vodafone and Three merger, watchdog warns
A major merger between Vodafone and Three UK could lead to significantly higher bills for millions of customers, a watchdog has warned. The businesses say they disagree with the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), which has been investigating
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Peaky Blinders actor stars in BBC drama Nightsleeper: Full cast and how to watch
The BBC has a new drama to keep viewers on the edge of their seats with Nightsleeper. Set on an overnight train journey from Glasgow to London, passengers are thrown into a nightmare when cyber terrorists take over the train. An off-duty police
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Airline boss 'happy' to introduce alcohol limits on Ryanair flights if necessary
The boss of Ryanair has said he is "happy" to introduce an alcohol limit on the airline's flights in a bid to prevent disorder. Michael O'Leary first called for a limit on airport drinking last month after a rise in passenger issues on flights.
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Love cheap cinema tickets? National chain starts weekly under £5 deal
A national cinema chain is launching a new scheme where tickets for under £5 are up for grabs on one day of the week. Showcase Cinemas is starting a 'Saver Mondays' initiative where people can see any film on the day for £4.99. The reduced
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M&S Christmas food to order date confirmed with 450 new festive products revealed
It’s the most wonderful time of the year (for food and lots of other things), especially at M&S. That’s because the retailer has revealed when eager Christmas elves can finally book their Christmas food to order date. M&S has also shared
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This is why thousands fail their driving tests before even getting in the car
Research has revealed a significant amount of people fail their driving test before they even get in the car. The data from the DVSA shows that a number of people fail their driving test due to a particular health condition. The physical driving
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Vet issues urgent flea warning to all dog and cat owners
A vet has issued a warning to all cat and dog owners to keep an eye out for sings their pets may have fleas, with infestations at this time of year “more common than many people realise”. Flea bites can cause serious skin irritation to both pets
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Everything you need to pack for university if you're staying away from home
Going to university can be an exciting but nerve-wracking time and if you’re packing up your things and moving to a new city, you might wonder what to take with you. If, like many university students, you haven’t lived away from home before, you
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Calls for the DWP Christmas bonus to be boosted to more than £100
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is facing calls to increase its annual Christmas bonus from £10 to more than £100. The bonus, usually paid in the first week of December, is a tax-free £10 payment made to people on certain benefits.
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Traumatised mum's passport warning as family 'held like criminals' on £6,000 trip
A 'traumatised' mum has told British holidaymakers to check their passports are in date - after her family were held 'like criminals' for 24 hours with little food or water and lost their £6,000 holiday because her son's had expired. Amber Maherloughnan
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When should you stop mowing your lawn? Expert tips on winter preparation
As the weather gets cooler and the days get shorter, there are a few things you might do differently as the cooler seasons arrive. While not tending to your garden as much can sound like a bad idea, it can actually benefit it. A gardening
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Parking app QR code scam warning for drivers
Drivers are being warned of scammers hijacking promotions for parking apps to trick victims into setting up recurring payments. Consumer experts Which? have highlighted the risk, which targets victims with misleading adverts and encourages them
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How to vote on Strictly Come Dancing and what time does voting open?
Now that Strictly Come Dancing is finally back on our TV screens, viewers will be looking at how to save their favourite dancers. Every week, the celebrities take to the dancefloor with a new dance all in hopes of making it to the final and winning
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Mars issues update on return of discontinued chocolate 'better than any other'
Mars has revealed whether or not fans can expect the return of its popular discontinued White Chocolate Maltesers. The confectionery company is responsible for a range of popular chocolates including M&Ms, Snickers, Skittles and of course Mars
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Lidl faces backlash after introducing some cashless self-service tills
If you have been shopping at your local Lidl recently, you might have noticed a change in how you pay at the self-service tills. That’s because the supermarket has revealed it has gone cashless at self-service tills in some of its UK stores.
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See all the Lancashire winners in the Postcode Lottery from September 9 to 13
A number of Lancashire postcodes have won thousands of pounds this week (September 9-13) thanks to the People's Postcode Lottery. The latest results are issued daily but if you’re not familiar with how it works or who won this week, look no further
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John Eustace's verdict on Blackburn Rovers start and why there's more to come
John Eustace believes the international break came at a good time for Blackburn Rovers to take stock and believes the squad is ready to continue improving. Rovers have made an unbeaten start to their Championship campaign, with two wins at Ewood
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Maxime Esteve pens new five-year contract at Turf Moor
Burnley defender Maxime Esteve has put pen to paper over a new five-year deal at Turf Moor. The French Under-21 international joined the Clarets from Montpellier in January and was a regular starter during the second half of last term. Esteve
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John Eustace provides fitness update on two long-term Blackburn Rovers absentees
John Eustace insists Blackburn Rovers must be cautious with Harry Leonard after his return to first-team training. The young striker has endured a miserable 2024 with two freak injuries. He first fractured his back which ruled him out for four
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Family pay emotional tribute to 'happy' man killed in motorbike crash
A family have paid tribute to a "happy, caring man" who died in a motorbike crash. Jim Barnes, 70, was described by his family as having an "infectious laugh" and said they could not have asked for a better father and grandfather. He was out
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Cash, bank cards and games consoles stolen in burglaries across city
A man has been charged over burglaries at locations including businesses and student accommodation. Wesley Holden, 47, of no fixed address, has been charged with three counts of burglary, three counts of burglary other than a dwelling, two counts
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Fuel bill support to be explored amid cuts plan
A public information campaign could be launched to help ensure Lancashire pensioners do not lose their winter fuel allowance unnecessarily. Lancashire County Council is considering extra funding for its welfare advice service to boost the take-up
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Murder suspect who died in M65 crash has been named after woman killed
A man who was killed in a horror M65 crash has been named, after being announced as a suspect in a murder investigation. Barbara Nomakhosi, 35, was discovered with serious injuries at around 10.30pm, on September 6, at an address in Walnut Avenue
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Stunning pictures as Northern Lights brightens East Lancashire skies
The Northern Lights, also known as the aurora borealis, brightened skies across East Lancashire last night (September 12). Most commonly seen in countries such as Iceland, the pink and green hues were seen from the comfort of our own homes and
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International boredom, Blackburn Rovers optimism and intergalactic transfers
Frederick William Hargreaves was born on 16th August 1858 in Blackburn and he became the first on 15th March 1880. The most recent one was on 1st June 2008, a player by the name of Stephen Warnock. That’s right, England internationals capped whilst
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Fresh rail link hopes with new Labour government
A rail expert says a long sought-after reinstatement scheme in East Lancs could be ‘third in the queue’ nationally for support from the new government. Campaigners from the Skipton East Lancashire Rail Action Partnership (SELRAP ) say talks since
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Man rushed to hospital after suffering burn injuries at house
A man was taken to hospital after suffering burn injuries at a house in Burnley. Emergency services were called to the house in Waddington Avenue at around 4pm yesterday (September 12). Police officers are carrying out enquiries to establish
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Tributes to Freddie Flintoff's Field of Dreams star, 18, who died after crash
A school has paid tribute to a former pupil, and Freddie Flintoff Field of Dreams star, who died in a horror crash. Matt Eastham, headmaster at Penwortham Priory Academy, has paid tribute to Umar Mahmood, who died in hospital after a crash earlier
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Village tearoom expansion bid finally approved
A village tearoom has been told it can start serving customers outside – 15 years after it first applied for permission to do so. Chorley Council’s planning committee has given the go-ahead to a 12-month trial to allow The Cottage Tea Room, in
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School pays tribute to ‘amazing and popular' 16-year-old who died in crash
A school has paid tribute to an “amazing and popular” former pupil who died in a horror Preston crash. Matt Eastham, headmaster at Penwortham Priory Academy, says the school has “nothing but fantastic memories” of Adam Bodi, who died in hospital
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'Unfair ' - Lewis Travis explains Blackburn Rovers exit and January fallout
It did not take a rocket scientist to work out why Blackburn Rovers allowed their club captain to leave, on loan, in January. With the team crying out for Championship experience, a player, who had more than 200 appearances in the division, went
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Sadness as man in his 30s dies after emergency services called to woodland
A man in his 30s has died after being found in a wooded area in Blackburn. Emergency services were called to the area near to the garage on Preston Old Road in Feniscowles at around 3pm on Thursday (September 12). Despite the best efforts of
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Championship winners revealed after Blackburn Rovers boss' August nomination
Blackburn Rovers head coach John Eustace has missed out on August's Manager of the Month. Rovers' boss was put up on a four-man shortlist after their unbeaten start to the Championship season. He was against Sunderland's Regis Le Bris, Watford's
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Child sex attacker failed to tell police when he ended up homeless
A child sex offender failed to register a change of address with police when he walked out of his hostel address to instead be sleep rough. Blackburn Magistrates' Court heard Daniel Rice did tell his probation officer that he had left Islington
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Creep who approached young boys and sniffed girl's hair in town centre jailed
A man who approached young children in Blackburn town centre, kissed a painting, and racially abused a security officer who intervened has been jailed for six months. Blackburn Magistrates' Court heard Yves Tempels' bizarre behaviour caused great
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Plane crashed in Lancashire after passenger's panic attack hit throttle
A plane crashed while taxiing at a Lancashire Airport after a passenger had a panic attack and hit the accelerator by accident. The incident took place at Blackpool Airport on June 8 in a Pitts S-2A aerobatic biplane as the pilot attempted to return
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'Unique' Ribble Valley wedding venue hosting open days for couples
A wedding venue at a historic pub in the Ribble Valley is hosting an open day next month for couples looking for a more relaxed setting for their nuptials. The Red Pump Inn, which dates back to 1756, began hosting weddings when owners Jonathan
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Old barn on edge of green belt to become three new eco-homes
Plans to convert an old barn into three homes in the East Lancashire countryside have been given the green light. The application will see the old barn at Peter Laithe Farm in Foulds Road, Trawden, become a grouping of one four-bedroom and two
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Expansion of family care centre in East Lancs town given go-ahead
The expansion of a family care centre in East Lancashire is set to go ahead following council approval. Sisu Services currently occupies a house in Inglewhite Road, Longridge, which it uses to house young families for short to medium-term stay-overs
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Man denies threatening, assaulting and suffocating girl
A man will stand trial next year after denying he assaulted, threatened, and suffocated a girl. Aiden Underwood, 18, appeared at Burnley Crown Court on Thursday, September 12, and entered not guilty pleas to six counts. The alleged offences
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Sundance Film festival winner star coming to Blackburn cinema
A Blackburn cinema is to host a special screening of a multiple award-winning drama, with its star actor also making an appearance. The Reel Cinema will host an exclusive pre-release screening of ‘Girls Will Be Girls’ from 7.30pm on Monday, September
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A family which have run their bakery for almost 80 years finalist in Best Bakery 2024
A bakery that has been in the family for almost 80 years, has been nominated for the Lancashire Telegraph’s Best Bakery 2024. A total of 10 bakeries are battling it out for your votes, with The Village Bakery being one of your finalists. Based
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Sadness as 'unsung hero' who worked for council for 40 years retires
A council worker who has served his area for more than 40 years with unwavering commitment is retiring. Darren Hunt began his journey with Burnley Council in 1982 at the age of 18, starting as a trainee engineering technician. During his early
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Man denies causing grievous bodily harm with intent
A Blackburn man has denied causing grievous bodily harm to another man. Sinan Aljanabi, 29, appeared at Preston Crown Court on Thursday (September 12) where he entered a not guilty plea. Aljanabi, of Romney Walk, is alleged to have intentionally
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Political 'nerd' hopes he's on track for boosting Burnley as its new MP
Dog lover and self-confessed 'nerd' Oliver Ryan can now submerge himself in the weird world of Westminster as Burnley's new MP. The 29-year-old became Lancashire's youngest MP when he won back Burnley for Labour with a majority of 3,420 on July
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Number of people turned away at election due to having no voter ID revealed
More than 120 people in East Lancashire did not return to vote after being turned away at the polling station for not having valid ID at the recent general election, figures show. Since May 2023, voters have needed to show photo ID to vote in UK
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Driver claimed he did not know 'drugs' were in his taxi
A taxi driver had his licence revoked by a council after the vehicle he was driving was found to be carrying what was suspected to be a quantity of drugs. The driver claimed he had purchased the vehicle and given it back to another driver the following
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First day traffic could use Blackburn's new relief road
This photograph records a major change in Blackburn town centre. Barbara Castle Way, Blackburn, 1991 (Picture: Newsquest) Taken on September 23, 1991, it shows some of the first vehicles travelling along the inner relief road which had opened
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Woman caught with two packages of heroin hidden inside a Kinder Egg
A woman was caught with almost five grams of heroin inside a Kinder Egg when she was stopped by police. Bridget Roberts, 68, was stopped in Accrington on October 17, 2022, inside a car with a co-defendant. Stephen Parker, prosecuting at Burnley
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Open day to give public chance to go backstage at Empire Theatre
Blackburn’s busiest theatre has been given a makeover and will be throwing open its doors to show off its new look. The Empire Theatre on Aqueduct Road shut down for part of August so that an improvement programme could be carried out. The
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Council makes key appointment with new director of resources
A council has appointed an experienced director of resources to help deliver "continuous improvement." Chris Warren, who has joined Rossendale Borough Council, said he is "passionate" about delivering the best value for public money. He joins
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Warning issued as scammers try to steal money with ‘unpaid parking fine' text
Burnley Council has issued a warning after a scam text message has been circulating. A council spokesperson said a scam text message leads to a replica payment page, asking people to pay a non-existent parking fine. The council said it does
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Town Deal board blasted by government over 'lack of transparency' on members
Nelson Town Deal Board, which has powers and influence over a £25 million regeneration budget, and around 100 other town boards have been told by the government to publish clear public information about board members and roles. Government checks