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Driver of car stopped for having no MOT charged with child abduction
A man has been charged with child abduction and grooming after being stopped by police in Lancashire. Officers stopped the driver of a vehicle which had a defective light and was showing as not having an MOT. During the checks, they became
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Council to review its smoke control regime to plug gaps on new-build estates
An East Lancashire local authority is to review its smoke control area so it covers more recent housing estates where long burners have become popular. Burnley Council's executive on Wednesday night will be asked to authorise a review of the existing
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Need for adoptive families highlighted by council children's boss
Blackburn with Darwen families are being asked this week to consider adoption. Borough children's services boss Cllr Julie Gunn is using National Adoption Week, which runs from Monday to Sunday, to highlight the growing need for adoptive families
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Woman wanted after failing to answer bail over alleged ring thefts
A woman is wanted by police over failure to answer to bail. Officers are looking to locate Faith Standen, 47, who is wanted over the bail offences in connection to the theft of two rings. Standen, from Padiham, also has links to Burnley and
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Third controversial plan for fishing lake at 'Blue Lagoon' set to go in
A controversial proposal to partially fill in a moorland beauty spot for a fishing lake put on hold in October 2023 is back on the agenda. A planning application submitted to Blackburn with Darwen Council for the redevelopment of Wards Reservoir
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Call to speed up banking hub rollout for Lancashire
A new type of bank designed to plug the gap left by the decline of the traditional high street branch is not being rolled out quickly enough in Lancashire. County councillors say Lancashire needs more so-called ‘banking hubs’ to maintain a face-to
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Major road closed for "some time" as lorry crashes into central reservation
Major delays are expected as all traffic has been held along the A56 at Huncoat due to a lorry crashing into the central reservation. Northbound it is closed between the A680 and A679 and Southbound it is closed from the M65 (J8) to A680 Rising
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John Eustace provides latest on Blackburn Rovers fitness doubt
Blackburn Rovers will be without Amario Cozier-Duberry against West Brom but everyone else came through Swansea City unscathed. The on-loan Brighton & Hove Albion winger was in line to start at the weekend before picking up an ankle injury in training
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Rapist threatened to set his victim on fire in vile and abusive messages
A rapist threatened to kill his victim and said that he should have set her on fire in a vile text message. Cameron Livesey, 24, raped his victim and strangled her so hard that she could not shout for help. He later bombarded her with thousands
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Everything to know as Christmas by the Sea returns to Blackpool this winter
While Christmas might seem a while away, it always seems to come around very quickly especially if you’re not prepared. So, if you’re wondering which local events you can go to this Christmas, look no further as Christmas by the Sea is returning
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Free Remembrance events bus travel for military personnel
Current members of the armed forces and military veterans will get free travel on East Lancashire's three main bus operators' services for next month's main Remembrance events. The Blackburn Bus Company, Rosso and the Burnley Bus Company will all
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Blackburn Rovers star fuelling on self-criticism with warning for West Brom
Tyrhys Dolan is determined to replicate his form at Ewood Park on the road for Blackburn Rovers. The 22-year-old has made a good start to the season on home turf and was credited with the match-winning goal on Saturday. That's his second of the
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Large 19th Century home's West Wing to be extended, planners rule
A large 19th Century house once used as a residence for older people is to be extended with changes to its 'West Wing'. Hashim Mohammed has been granted planning permission for the additions to his substantial home 'Hillside' in Billinge End Road
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Ex-Corrie star gives support to on-screen husband as character killed off
An East Lancashire actor has given a message of support to her on-screen husband after it was revealed his character is to be killed off. Actor Bruce Jones – who played Les Battersby for 10 years on Coronation Street – revealed at the weekend his
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Attempted murder charge after 'slashing' incident in early hours
A man has been charged with attempted murder after a man was reportedly slashed across the face. Lancashire Police have charged Jordan O'Brien following an alleged incident in Borough Road, Darwen, at 2.56am on Sunday, October 20. Police said
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Funeral home inspection findings reveal no issues so far
More than 50 Lancashire funeral homes have so far been inspected after the government recommended local councils check up on the undertakers operating in their area. No concerns have been raised following visits so far carried out across the county
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Takeaway crackdown advice as rates are revealed
Nearly half of Lancashire’s takeaways are located in the most deprived parts of the county, new figures reveal. The statistics show a massive over-concentration of fast food outlets in poorer areas compared to the most affluent ones. Across
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'Exceptional' - Blackburn Rovers boss' exciting prediction for Liverpool loanee
John Eustace believes Owen Beck will have a 'huge future in the game' after impressing for Blackburn Rovers. The on-loan Liverpool left-back has caught the eye in the early months of his spell at Ewood Park. Having sat the last three matches out
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Call for volunteers to help in Blackburn's Poppy Appeal efforts
An appeal has been issued for volunteers to help support the Poppy Appeal in Blackburn up to Remembrance Sunday. Donation hubs have been established across Blackburn with Darwen once again by Royal British Legion campaigners ahead of the annual
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Major delay on M6 as "shed load" of bricks fall on road
Major delays are expected on the M6 northbound after a “shed load” of bricks fell from the back of a truck. Two lanes are closed between J31 at Preston East and J31A at Ribbleton as traffic officers continue to work at the scene with specialist
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'My draw to come back' - Todd Cantwell shares exciting Blackburn Rovers verdict
Todd Cantwell insists there is so much more to come from him after his first start at Ewood Park for Blackburn Rovers. Cantwell has shown his quality in flashes so far with Rovers managing his minutes carefully after he missed pre-season. But on
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Tree blocking railway between Bolton and Blackburn - recap
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Revamped play area opens thanks to landfill tip cash grant
A NEWLY refurbished play area in an East Lancashire township is now open. The Masefield Close children's recreation space, off Wordsworth Drive in Great Harwood, was renovated thanks to a £98,000 grant from the FCC Communities Foundation.
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Salon 'over the moon' to be crowned Lancashire Telegraph's Best Salon 2024
A Blackburn beauty salon has been crowned East Lancashire’s best beauty salon after a fiercely fought competition between some of the region’s top beauticians. Where technology is paramount, The Beauty Retreat stays constantly ahead of the curve
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Play specialists to create new playground for disadvantaged kids
A new partnership is set to transform inclusive play for children with special educational needs and disabilities. Play specialists ESP Play have teamed up with Variety, the children's charity, to help improve access to playgrounds for children
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Sex offender breached court order by deleting apps from phone
A convicted sex offender breached a sexual harm prevention order by deleting apps from his mobile. Blackburn magistrates heard interrogation of the phone belonging to Callen Burgess also revealed indecent images of children. Burgess, 34, of
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Animal rescue charity ‘getting desperate’ as ‘crucial’ van out of action
An animal charity, based in Colne, said it is becoming “desperate” as a van to transport animals can no longer be used. Pendle Dogs, which rescues dogs across East Lancashire, has launched a fundraiser and is aiming to raise £10,000 to buy a new
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Blackburn residents ‘could go to jail’ after ‘cones moved to save parking spot’
Police have issued a warning after reports of traffic cones being moved to "obstruct the highway" in Blackburn. Blackburn officers have received reports of residents placing cones outside or near their house to save a parking space. On one occasion
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Mansion with long history and surprising link to Alice in Wonderland to reopen
A historic Accrington mansion, that has been empty for years, is set to reopen. Oak Hill Mansion, on Manchester Road, will reopen as a nursing home on November 3. It will be under the management of the Oak Care Group, which acquired the site in
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Makers market set to showcase 'the best of the North West'
A Makers Market is set to 'showcase the best of the North West' when it comes to Preston this weekend. The event promises to be packed with activities including free children's crafting sessions, live music, and the opportunity to meet local artists
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New staff join growing digital performance agency at pivotal time
A digital performance agency in East Lancashire has hired two new recruits at a pivotal time as it continues its growth and success. Door4, based in Burnley, has welcomed Rebecca Riley as its new business development manager and Kieran Priest as
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Mum claimed £8,000 in universal credit she was not entitled to
A WOMAN continued her claim for universal credit despite no longer having care of her two children. Blackburn magistrates heard Rebecca Townsend received more than £8,000 she was not entitled to. Townsend, 24, of Baden Street, Hartlepool, who
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Blackburn One Direction super fan hosting memorial event for Liam Payne
A Liam Payne fan is hosting a memorial event in Blackburn, to celebrate the life of the late singer and give fans a chance to say goodbye. Alex Hodkinson is asking fans to gather at Blackburn Town Hall, from 12pm until around 2pm, on Thursday (