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'Angry' - Blackburn Rovers verdict after Owen Beck bite incident
John Eustace confirmed Owen Beck was bitten by Milutin Osmajic after being sent off against Preston North End. The Blackburn Rovers left-back was dismissed in stoppage time after a tangle with Duane Holmes in the corner. Replays have shown that
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Blackburn Rovers player ratings: Aynsley Pears and defence impress
Here's how The Lancashire Telegraph scored the players' performances, with a six representing par for the course. Aynsley Pears - 8 Didn't have loads to do but what he did, he did well. Two smart saves at the end of the first half to deny Potts
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Brownhill’s late, late show delight for Clarets faithful
Josh Brownhill fired Burnley to a last-gasp 2-1 victory against winless Portsmouth to put Scott Parker’s side third in the Championship. The Clarets had to come from behind after Callum Lang gave Pompey the lead towards the end of the first half
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Two red cards as Blackburn Rovers left frustrated with Preston North End draw
Blackburn Rovers were left frustrated despite remaining unbeaten as they were held to a 0-0 draw against ten-man Preston North End. Rovers are still yet to taste defeat in the Championship but will leave Deepdale wondering whether they could've
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Stanley boss shocked by a last-gasp Valiants double
Accrington boss John Doolan rued a mad five minutes at the end of a game where his side seemed to be coasting to victory only to draw 2-2 at home against Port Vale. Stanley seemed to be coasting when Shaun Whalley curled a strike into the far corner
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Preston North End 0-0 Blackburn Rovers: Two red cards as points shared
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Three arrests after shots fired towards car
Police are investigating after a gun was fired from a car in Blackpool. Officers were called at 9.46pm on Friday to Shaw Road, to a report of a firearms incident. They found that a firearm, believed to be a BB gun, had been discharged from
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Police appeal after cyclist in his 80s dies following crash
Police are appealing for witnesses and footage after a cyclist in his 80s died following a crash. Emergency services were called at 7.53am on Saturday to Oxcliffe Road, Heaton-with-Oxcliffe, Morecambe, to a report of a crash. When officers
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Man breached restraining order 'after ex-partner threatened to self-harm'
A man breached his restraining order within days of being made subject to a suspended sentence for a previous breach. Blackburn Magistrates' Court heard how Dominic Cooper was responding to a 'cry for help' from his ex-partner who was threatening
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Man caught over limit driving his two children home after boozy pub lunch
Police were tipped off about a possible drinker driving back from Blackpool with two children in his van. Blackburn Magistrates'' Court heard officers were waiting for Daniel Hutchinson when he returned to his ex-partner's address in Oswaldtwistle
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Excitement building for two-day festival as it hits 10th anniversary
Chorley’s annual music festival returns next month for its 10th year, and here’s everything you need to know before you go. Every October, Chorley town centre is transformed into a weekend-long party of live music and entertainment. This year
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From Lancashire to Yorkshire: Inside soap star Antony Cotton’s Airbnb holiday home
There’s a quiet nod to Lancashire lad Antony Cotton’s life as a resident of Coronation Street in one of the bedrooms of the three-storey home he has renovated in the heart of a Yorkshire town. It has nothing to do with architectural styles – the
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Former submariner completes grueling 50 mile bike ride
A former submariner who grew up in Padiham took on the iconic London to Brighton bike ride to raise funds for two charities close to his heart. Andy Dinsdale, 58, who now works for a defence contractor following an almost 20-year Royal Navy career
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‘Music industry is tough place to be an individual’ says Ruby Turner
For many people Ruby Turner will forever be associated with New Year’s Eve celebrations. Since 2007 she has been a key element of Jools Holland’s Hootenanny show on the BBC which heralds the start of a new year. For the rest of the year she is
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Blackburn Rovers predicted team and potential changes at Preston North End
John Eustace must decide whether to tinker with a winning team when Blackburn Rovers travel to Preston North End. Rovers produced a dominant performance last time out, beating Bristol City 3-0. But with players returning to full fitness, will he
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Paralympics star adds to summer of success at veterans golf day
An East Lancs Paralympics gold medallist, who lost both legs to a landmine in Afghanistan, had more cause to celebrate at a recent golf day. Former green beret Army commando Gregg Stevenson, from Foulridge, won gold with Lauren Rowles at the Paris
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Quieter Lake District alternative with chocolate box cottages and hidden treasures
The Lake District is understandably popular with tourists, but as they head to the crowded honeypot towns and villages, many of them don’t realise the treasures they’re missing in Lancashire North of the Sands. You won’t find a sign that points
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Quiet corner of East Lancashire among best places for getting away from tech to relax
A quiet corner of East Lancashire has been voted one of the top destinations in the country for getting away from technology. With people craving spaces where they can escape their devices and switch off, perhaps Gisburn could be the place to
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MP inspires politicians of the future at visit to primary school
The MP for Rossendale and Darwen took time out of his busy schedule to visit a primary school and share his wisdom and explain his current role. MP Andy MacNae, the newly-elected Labour MP, visited St Edward’s RC Primary School and attended an
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Muslim festival organisers hail 'amazing turn out'
Organisers of a Muslim festival in Preston are hailing it as Lancashire's 'biggest ever'. More than 1,200 people from across the county, including Blackburn turned out at the JA Family Festival. The charity event held in Bhailok Square in Fulwood
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Antiques star returns to village for free valuations
An antiques expert has returned to Edgworth to give free valuations on family heirlooms. Despite poor weather, antiques owners flocked to The Barlow on Sunday, September 15, to have their wears evaluated. Irita Marriott, known for her appearances
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'It is upsetting': Lancashire takeaway vandalised in unprovoked attack
A man on a bike vandalised the entire shop front of a Lancashire takeaway in an unprovoked attack. Owners of Pizza Time on King Street in Longridge awoke to a scene of chaos on Friday after a man used a baton to smash all the windows at 11.05pm
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In Pictures: Sombre moment as memorial to Accrington Pals unveiled
Crowds turned out to watch the unveiling of an "emotive and poignant" statue in the Accrington Pals Memorial Garden. The special ceremony at St James Church, Church Street, took place on Saturday morning where civic dignitaries were joined by members
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Man who had cardiac arrest in ambulance could not be saved after taking MDMA
A man who went into cardiac arrest in the back of an ambulance having taken MDMA (ecstasy) could not be resuscitated, an inquest has heard. Jakub Jarzecki, 21, was unresponsive when he arrived at Royal Blackburn Hospital on May 2 having been treated
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CQC finds 'breaches of regulations' at care home
A care home where breaches of regulations relating to safety and treatment were identified has been rated as requiring improvement by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Adam House in Ormerod Street, Burnley, provides accommodation and personal
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Anger after country lane tarnished by fly-tippers
There is anger after a path was covered in rubbish after fly-tippers left a huge pile of litter overnight in Hyndburn. The tip was in Rishton on the path leading from Rishton to Great Harwood, close to the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. Daniel
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New concept of retirement home planned for Ribble Valley
Outline plans have been submitted for the construction of a Continuing Care retirement facility in the Ribble Valley. Elker Developments Ltd wants to build the home on land they already own to the northwest of Billington, currently consisting of
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Music legend on East Lancashire and the venue he thinks is 'great'
Former Housemartins and Beautiful South frontman, Paul Heaton, has spoken about his fondness for Lancashire. Although the music legend – responsible for penning hits such as Perfect 10 and Rotterdam – grew up partly in Yorkshire with strong ties
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'It will kill a child': Mum lucky to escape with finger intact after XL Bully attack
A Haslingden woman was “lucky to escape” with her finger intact after an XL Bully attacked her and her dog. Megan Whitehead was taking her dog for a walk near Winfields Camping Shop, when a rampant XL Bully charged towards her, lunging straight
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MP visits oldest business in town and announces further constituency meetings
MP Adnan Hussain said he wanted to celebrate the "town’s successes" as he visited one of Blackburn's oldest businesses. Mr Hussain met with Phil Ainsworth at Ainsworth Jewellers on Darwen Street. Phil is the fifth generation of the Ainsworth
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Final pub surrounding former Thwaites Brewery site to be demolished
The final pub which surrounded the historic Thwaites Brewery is set to be knocked down to make way for town centre regeneration. Set in Jacobean-style Victorian premises, The Fleece Inn, Penny Street, is set to be demolished following a fire in
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Helen Flanagan flaunts figure as she poses with new boyfriend on show finale
Blackburn’s Helen Flanagan wowed Celebs Go Dating viewers as she flaunted her figure, at the series finale pool party. The former Westholme School Pupil’s boyfriend, Robbie Talbot, also featured on the episode after it was revealed that Helen had
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Free broadband donation helping to ‘tackle isolation’ for communities
Free internet for families is helping to ‘tackle isolation’ at an asylum and refugee centre in Darwen. Opus Broadband has partnered with community groups across the region and is donating 20 per cent of its network for free to a range of causes
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Council unveils plans for 'major upgrade' to town's skate park
A council has unveiled plans to upgrade a skate park in one of its towns. Rossendale Borough Council is planning a "major upgrade" to the area at Victoria Park in Haslingden used for skateboarding, scootering, and rollerblading. The transformation