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Blackburn Rovers boss' verdict on West Brom display and penalty claim
John Eustace felt a draw was the fair result after Blackburn Rovers and West Brom cancelled each other out. It ended goalless at Ewood Park which ends Rovers' perfect start at home in the Championship. But they remain unbeaten and recorded a fourth
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Blackburn Rovers player ratings as Cantwell and midfielders impress
Here's how The Lancashire Telegraph scored the players' performances, with a six representing par for the course. Aynsley Pears - 7 Didn't have much to but controlled his area well. Only two major sights of his goal both went wide though he
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Blackburn Rovers retain unbeaten Ewood Park record in hard-fought West Brom draw
Blackburn Rovers surrendered their 100 per cent home record but earned a deserved point after a 0-0 draw with West Brom. John Eustace's side more than matched the much-fancied Baggies and recorded a fourth successive clean sheet at Ewood Park
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New orders to tackle ASB in borough's main town centre and parks
An East Lancashire local authority has launched the procedure to introduce a new crackdown on anti-social behaviour in its main town centre and all its parks and green spaces. Burnley Council's executive tonight authorised a public consultation
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Enquiries 'ongoing' after baby boy died in hospital after being found unresponsive
Police say an investigation is ongoing after a baby died in hospital having been found unresponsive at home in Burnley. Officers were called by North West Ambulance Service to a property in Moorland Road on Monday (October 21) just after 7.30am
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Males found with hands and feet tied on quadbike outside police station
A man and a teenager were found with their hands and feet tied on a quadbike outside a police station this week. Police were called to a remote property in Trawden on Sunday, October 20 at around 11.30am by a man who said he had detained two males
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Blackburn Rovers 0-0 West Brom: Points shared at Ewood Park
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Man arrested over burglaries in which PlayStation and house keys allegedly taken
A man has been arrested in connection with two burglaries in Padiham. Police were called to reports of a burglary in Milton Street on Tuesday (October 22) where it was reported a man had entered a property and attempted to steal a PlayStation 5
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Gold bars worth £28,000 seized from vehicle on M6
Gold bars worth around £28,000 were seized in Lancashire after a driver was stopped on the M6. Lancashire Police said the four bars, each weighing around 100g, were found in a black Nissan Qashqai travelling north on the M6. The car was stopped
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Search for 600 missing pension credit and winter fuel claimants in borough
Blackburn with Darwen Council has launched a search for the 600 older residents whom it believes are not claiming Pension Credit, and therefore set to miss out on the Winter Fuel Payment. The new campaign follows a promise by Labour leader Cllr
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County schools boss to probe special education provision in towns
Two Pendle independent politicians have won a promise that Lancashire County Council will boost provision for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in the borough. The call came from County Cllr Mohammed Iqbal, who represents
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Poundland in Blackburn town centre closes
Discount retail store Poundland is closed today in Blackburn. The store, located in The Mall in Church Street, has its shutters down. A sign had been placed on the shutters explaining the store was closed for unplanned maintenance, leaving
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Shotgun found by police in Darwen town centre
Two men have been arrested in Darwen after police and CSI teams find a shotgun and bullets in a building. Teams attended Croft Street yesterday afternoon, October 22, and two people were arrested after a firearm was found at the address. Officers
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Blackburn man arrested after stealing numerous high value food items
A Blackburn man has been arrested on suspicion of robbery at a store on Tuesday, October 22. Officers were called to a store on Mosley Street after a man had attempted to leave the shop with a variety of high value food items. A 39-year-old
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Review: Peaky Blinders at The Lowry is mesmerising assault on the senses
Prepare to be enthralled by the world of the Peaky Blinders. Rambert Dance have brought their ground-breaking interpretation of the cult TV series back to The Lowry and, quite simply, it’s mesmerising. Peaky Blinders: The Redemption of Thomas
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Don't approach and call 999 if you see this man
Lancashire Police are urging the public not to approach this man who is wanted for rape and assault. Officers are urging residents to call 999 for any immediate sightings of Billy Willoughby who has connections to Lancashire. He is described
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Son of Rovers legend Dunn makes U21 debut during cup victory
Isaac Dunn made his Rovers Under-21 debut as Mike Sheron’s side beat Borussia Monchengladbach 3-1 in the Premier League International Cup. The youngster, who is the son of club legend David Dunn, came off the bench for the second half at the Wham
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Spate of burglaries in Padiham and Ightenhills area
Police are urging residents to remain vigilant and keep valuables locked up and out of view after a spate of burglaries in an East Lancashire town. Yesterday afternoon and evening a “significant number” incidents were reported in the Padiham and
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Why condensation is forming on your windows and how to stop it
Condensation can damage your windows and furniture, and it can also cause mould which could be detrimental to your health to form. With winter fast approaching, many of us will be noticing condensation on our windows as we try and cut down on the
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Blackburn Rovers predicted team with two changes for West Brom clash
John Eustace must consider whether to tinker with a winning team as Blackburn Rovers gear up for their second of three games in a week. Saturday's 1-0 win over Swansea City was the perfect tonic after frustrating back-to-back away reverses before
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Fire crews attend Burnley flat to deal with smoke incident
Fire crews were called to a residential flat in Burnley as a resident left a pan on the hob and went out. When the team arrived at the flat, in Bethesda Street, it was filled with smoke and had to use two breathing apparatuses and a fan to remove
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Report finds allegations senior councillor was 'intimidating' to colleague proven
Pendle councillors are to consider an independent report saying its deputy leader breached its code of conduct by creating an ‘unpleasant and intimidating’ situation during a debate over leisure funding. The report says leading Liberal Democrat
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Jordan North issues huge career update and will star in festive Netflix film
Burnley DJ Jordan North is set to appear in a festive Netflix film alongside a host of top British actors. Jordan, 34, has been announced as a voice actor in Richard Curtis' children’s film, That Christmas. He will appear alongside the likes
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Actress awarded fellowship by former college as students celebrate graduation
An actress from Accrington has been awarded an honorary fellowship by her former college at its graduation ceremony. More than 150 students gathered at Accrington Town Hall to mark their academic achievements at the college’s 2024 graduation ceremony
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Blackburn MAFS star says cruel internet trolls have targeted her appearance
A Blackburn woman, who married a complete stranger on a reality show, says she has received hateful comments from trolls – but she isn’t letting them affect her experience. Amy Kenyon, a former St Wilfrid’s Church of England Academy pupil, has
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'My main aim' - Lewis Travis reveals Blackburn Rovers dream ahead of milestone
For most of Lewis Travis' Blackburn Rovers career, there has never been any doubt about his place at the club. Since breaking through under Tony Mowbray in that League One promotion season, 'Trav' has never looked back. Calling him by his first
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MARTIN FURBER: Gaslighting - knowing the signs
We see lots of buzzwords bandied around, especially about mental health and wellbeing. One term is 'gaslighting'. But what does it really mean? And how can it affect our mental health and wellbeing? Gaslighting is a form of emotional abuse where
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How Lorraine Kelly helped this East Lancs woman identify her cancer
A Rossendale woman has said “she is so glad she watched the show” after Lorraine Kelly helped identify her cancer. Hazel Holland, from Crawshawbooth, was able to identify her breast cancer after watching a section of the Lorraine morning show which
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Blackburn men climb Mount Kilimanjaro in "gruelling" challenge
Two Blackburn men have reached the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro after a “gruelling” challenge which pushed them to their physical and emotional limits. Lee Cunningham and Dermot Gallagher, from Feniscowles, hiked for seven days to complete their
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‘He was a true gentleman’ - Tributes pour in for Blackburn landlord after death
Tributes have been pouring in for a Blackburn landlord, described as a “true gentleman”, who died last week. Wesley Smith, known as Wes, died on October 17 at Royal Blackburn Hospital. His wife, Beryl Smith, said he suffered a heart attack.
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Residents furious at developer who continues work despite rejected permissions
Clitheroe residents remain infuriated with building contractors as works continue despite planning permission being rejected. Plans for a house of multiple occupancy in Bawdlands have led to several complaints to the council, with residents remaining
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Backdated planning nod means kitchen and DIY stores can stay open
A retail complex of two large adjoining stores on the edge of Blackburn town centre can continue to operate despite not having official approval when they opened in May. The Cooks Villa Catering Centre in Ordnance Street off Copy Nook, and the
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Actor thrilled to play Scrooge at Old Vic
An East Lancashire actor has spoken of his thrill at portraying Ebenezer Scrooge in the heart of Charles Dickens' 'manor'. Former Nelson Edge End High pupil John Simm, star of Life on Mars and Grace, will headline The Old Vic's seasonal production
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Women whose knitting and sewing donation "embodies East Lancashire's Kindness"
A Great Harwood women’s group whose “kindness embodies the spirit of East Lancashire” having sewed and created a range of items to support local hospitals. Starting early this year, Great Harwood and District Women’s Institute have created and
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Accrington Pals documentary to be screened on Remembrance Sunday
A special feature-length documentary about the Accrington Pals will be shown on Remembrance Sunday. Being shown at Accrington Stanley's Wham Stadium, the film will be part of commemorations throughout the day on Sunday, November 10. The feature
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First look inside new Whitebirk Power Station clubhouse in 1967
It was probably hard work doing a shift at the Whitebirk Power station but in 1967 staff got a little ‘bonus’. New clubhouse, Whitebirk power station, 1967 (Picture: Newsquest)This picture shows the interior of what was described by the Northern
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Lancashire Violence Reduction Network funds policing hours
The Lancashire Violence Reduction Network (VRN) has funded an extra 6,354 policing hours in the first half of this year. The scheme, dubbed "Operation GRIP", is aimed at tackling serious violence across the county. The efforts have resulted
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Brothers in hilarious TikTok football rant slam radio host's Rovers shirt
Two brothers, who have gone viral on TikTok for their fierce defence of their beloved Lancashire football team, launched a hilarious assault on a radio host’s Blackburn Rovers shirt. Preston North End supporters Kyro and Kali Manuel found fame
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Up to 15 new children's homes to be created to 'modernise' care in Lancs
Vital new children's homes are in the pipeline as part of plans to modernise care for young people in Lancashire and provide them with the care and stability all children deserve. The Lancashire County Council scheme called 'Where Our Children
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Ribble Valley village wins gold in national Britain in Bloom finals
A historic Ribble Valley village is ensuring its reputation as one of the UK’s best-kept is maintained after winning gold at the Britain in Bloom national finals. Set within the Bowland Fells, Chipping had already won gold in the North-West competition