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Three fire crews tackle blaze at house
Three fire engines from Burnley, Blackburn, and Clitheroe attended a house fire. The incident happened at around 2.30pm today (Thursday) on John Wall Court Road, Clitheroe. A Lancashire Fire and Rescue spokesperson said: “Whilst in attendance
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Up to 5,000 mourners pay their respects to founder of restaurant chain at funeral
An estimated 5,000 people turned out today to pay their respects following the death of Shabir Hussain, the founder of the hugely successful Akbar's restaurant group. On Wednesday morning, it was announced Mr Hussain, chairman and CEO of Akbar's
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WATCH: Footage of Audi driver crashing into police car released
Police have released footage of a young driver who drove the wrong way on a motorway and crashed into a police car. Mohammed Zafar had driven an Audi SQ5 the wrong way along the M65 before leaving the motorway at junction 14 at Colne. Zafar
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'Check your change' as Royal Mint 50p coin sells for almost 400 times face value
We should all be checking our change, our wallets and down the back of our sofas after a 50p coin sold for almost 400 times its face value at auction this week. The 50p coin in question was released in 2009 to mark 250 years since the opening of
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The genius water bowl hack that cleans an entire oven in just 20 minutes
It's one of the most dreaded tasks we have to do - cleaning the oven. The task itself can be difficult and all comes down to a number of factors. How long you leave it (or what you've cooked inside). It can either take forever - done well - or
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Liam Payne's family say they are 'heartbroken' over his death in first statement
The family of former One Direction star Liam Payne have said they are “heartbroken” over his death, in their first statement. The singer died after falling from the third-floor balcony of a hotel in Argentina on Wednesday (October 16). Local
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Young Palestinians welcomed to Blackburn town hall by mayor
A group of Palestinian teenagers have visited Blackburn Town Hall as part to a nationwide tour which also took in Pendle. The delegation of seven youngsters from the West Bank, aged 13 to 16, visited met Blackburn with Darwen's mayor Cllr Brian
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Swansea City boss on possible free agents that could sign before Blackburn Rovers
Luke Williams revealed that Swansea City haven't made firm decisions on whether to sign Adam Reach or Cyrus Christie ahead of facing Blackburn Rovers. The two experienced Championship players have been training with the Welsh club over the international
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Blackburn Rovers team news with fitness updates on three players
Callum Brittain and Harry Leonard will both play for Blackburn Rovers' Under-21s on Thursday night as they step up their recovery from injury. Brittain has missed the last five Championship games with a knee injury but returned to training over
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Blackburn Rovers star sends contract message when quizzed on future
Andi Weimann insists he's loving life at Blackburn Rovers and would be open to staying at the club beyond this season. The Austrian forward signed a one-year deal in the summer and has impressed in the first two months of his spell at Ewood Park
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Lanes open again on M6 after wooden pallets shed on carriageway
The M6 was closed near Preston earlier today after a load of wooden pallets was shed across the carriageway. Traffic was stopped on the northbound M6 between J31 and J31A, both near Preston, while the load was cleared. Traffic remains slow
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WATCH: Moment 'supercar' ploughs into parked van in quiet residential road
This is the moment a "supercar" ploughed into a parked van in a quiet road in Burnley. The car, believed to be a Lamborghini Hurracan, can be seen coming into view along Hebrew Road before going into the side of the parked white van. The crash
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Traffic stopped on M6 in Lancashire due to 'shed load' - RECAP
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Intimate show from Queen of the West End Kerry Ellis in Blackburn
West End star Kerry Ellis is to bring her one-woman show to Blackburn's Empire Theatre next year. Kerry Ellis Kerry, who has appeared in some of the biggest musicals both in London and on Broadway, will be performing her Queen of the West
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The inside story of how Blackburn Rovers unearthed their hidden transfer gem
Blackburn Rovers' footballing department underwent a major restructure in the summer. The club moved away from a Director of Football model and instead formed a senior leadership group. That allowed for those responsibilities to be divided across
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Parker challenges strikers to seize chance after Foster blow
With Lyle Foster set to miss Burnley’s trip to Sheffield Wednesday, Scott Parker says it is a chance for others to “seize the opportunity”. The forward picked up a knee injury while on international duty with South Africa, although the extent is
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YouTube megastar KSI spotted in this Lancashire town – here’s why
Social media star KSI has been spotted in Blackpool and we have the details about why. The second round of Britain's Got Talent auditions, for the show’s 2025 edition, were held at Blackpool’s Winter Gardens on Wednesday afternoon (October 16).
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Stanley Women make history as they make FA Cup first round
Accrington Stanley Women will play in the first round of the FA Cup for the first time in the club’s history, after they fought back from 2-0 down to secure a thrilling 5-2 win against Macclesfield FC Women on Sunday. A sensational half-volley
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Third time lucky hope for housing plan on former rural farm shop
A developer is hoping it is third time lucky after submitting another application to build houses at a former farm shop shut for six years. New plans have gone in for six houses to be built on the old Roaming Roosters site in Barrowford Road, Higham
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Pub in corner of the Ribble Valley where visitors come from far and wide
"We welcome anyone from anywhere, that's the best thing about us" This week’s pub is situated in the north east corner of the Ribble Valley and has recently brought in a new head chef. The White Bull in Gisburn serves up classic pub dishes
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Stark warning over drug '100x more toxic than heroin' after man's death
A warning has been issued about a substance 100 times more toxic than heroin being used as a cutting agent by drug dealers in East Lancashire following a man's death. Robert Nicolson, 55, died due to a drug overdose because of what the heroin he
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Muffins Cafe: ‘Isn't it time you re-visited an old favourite?'
When it comes to traditional food there are few places in town that still hit the mark. This place has been around since the 70s and the new owners took over around two decades ago. Muffins is one of those unique cafes that should be given
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Barn 'at risk of dilapidation' could be turned into house
A barn “at risk of dilapidation” due to being underused could be turned into a home under new plans. Proposals have been made to Ribble Valley Borough Council to transform the barn at Old Vicarage Farm in Talbot Bridge Road, Bashall Eaves, into
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Boss said firm's turnover was £200k to get £50k loan - despite it only being £354
A boss whose Chorley company received a £50,000 government loan stated her firm's annual turnover was £200,000 - despite it only being £354. 1SR Limited, listed as a vehicle rental company, which was incorporated in March 2018, received the £50,000
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Parents start petition to keep headteacher who has 'turned school around'
Parents at a Bacup primary school have said they are furious to find out their headteacher, who has turned the school around, is set to be leaving in December. Starting a petition to keep John Howarth at St Mary’s Primary School, they are determined
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£150k bracelet features in couple's photo-shoot at historic jewellers
A couple from Ainsworth Jewellers who celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary have modelled their latest bridal collection. Phil Ainsworth and wife Helen Dimmick said they wanted to showcase their passion for new dresses and their love of jewellery
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3 family and purse-friendly pumpkin and fireworks events being held for the community
As Halloween and Bonfire Night approach, here are three community focussed events to enjoy in East Lancashire. Langho Community Bonfire and Fireworks Display Langho and Billington Community Centre is hosting a bonfire and fireworks display
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Makeup artist unveils spookiest looks as Halloween approaches
As Halloween is fast approaching, an Accrington makeup artist is creating some creepy looks to get us into the spooky spirit. Pixi Paints has always been a big fan of horror and pursued her love for special effects make-up and the ways it can completely
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Charity takes properties off market after tenants voice fears over prospective sales
A charity has taken properties in Blackburn off the market after tenants voiced their concerns about the prospective sales. Neighbours at a site on Canons Close in Bolton said they were shocked and fearful when the property's owner, East Lancashire
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Blackburn Rovers' next challenges will offer best answer to unanswered question
People often say the table doesn't really take shape until at least 10 games. After nine, Blackburn Rovers can be pretty pleased with the start they have made. Whilst the two defeats before the international break were disappointing, it does not
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Restaurant reopens after car ploughed through it causing £26K worth of damage
A restaurant in Oswaldtwistle has reopened two months after a car ploughed through the front of it causing thousands of pounds worth of damage. The owner of Royal Phoenix restaurant in Union Road is now calling for the council to make the road
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Toxic at Bolton Octagon tackling mental health in entertaining way
A Bolton-born theatre director is bringing an award-winning play back to this home town this weekend. Toxic, which deals with the subject of men’s mental health, made its debut at the Greater Manchester Fringe in one of the periods during lockdown
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‘Emotional’ moment as Tom cheers sister on at Manchester half-marathon
A man who suffered a serious brain injury cheered on his sister as she took part in the Manchester half-marathon. Seven years ago, Thomas Barnes, 29, suffered a major brain injury which changed his life. This weekend sister Taylor, 31, took
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Sentence date set after man admits wounding man and assaulting police officer
A man will be sentenced next month after admitting an offence of wounding. Darren Tyman, 45, admitted wounding without intent as well as counts of common assault of an emergency worker and assault by beating of an emergency worker. Tyman entered
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Chaiiwala offers free food at Ribble Valley drive-through
An Indian food chain will be giving out free food at a drive-through this weekend. Chaiiwala, known for its Indian hot drinks, will give a free kebab roll to customers buying a hot Karak Chaii or Karak Coffee at the Mellor Brook drive-through restaurant
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Communal teeth brushing cleaning up borough kids' dental health
Hundreds of Blackburn with Darwen toddlers are now brushing their teeth every day at family hubs and children centre nurseries. The communal sessions are boosting moves by the council to continue its efforts to improve the oral health of children
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Play by renowned children’s theatre company set for Blackburn and Haslingden
A children’s play that shows how community and friendship can overcome hardship is coming to Blackburn and Haslingden. The Hidden Garden by renowned children’s theatre company Blah Blah Blah celebrates how gardening brings together communities
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How Darwen woman has grown business started in her tiny flat
A Darwen crafter has turned her passion into a thriving business, going from creating in her one-bedroom flat for fun to generating more than £100,000 a year. Rebecca Milla, 38, studied fashion at college and was determined to get into the creative
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9,500 people walk and cycle nearly 50,000 miles as part of interactive game
More than 9,500 people have walked and cycled nearly 50,000 miles as part of a game to get Pendle moving. This comes as part of the Beat the Street Pendle challenge, a 'real-life interactive physical activity game.' Now in its fifth week,
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Residents commemorate lost babies with lighting of clock tower
Great Harwood residents have commemorated lost babies with a memorial service and light display at the clock tower. The annual event for Baby Loss Awareness Week sees the tower lit with blue and pink lights, and allows parents to get support from
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Amir Khan donates thousands to blind sports charity
A former world championship boxer has donated thousands of pounds in aid of a Blackburn-based charity. The Amir Khan Foundation, set up by Bolton boxer Amir Khan, donated £2,000 to a fundraiser launched by Blackburn Blind Sports, which provides
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Bereavement support group in Blackburn to 'help any parent going through this pain'
The founder of a non-profit organisation has spoken of how the group helps bereaved families who have lost their baby. Maggie's Stillbirth Legacy has been working with the Blackburn Rovers Community Trust for a decade. This week it is Baby