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East Lancs council hit by cyber-attack with website down after incident at college
A cyber attack has hit an East Lancashire authority with staff actively working with security officers to address the issue. Burnley Council fell victim to the attack, leaving the website temporarily down with the IT team working to resolve the
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'Patience is key' for Leonard as young striker bides his time
Harry Leonard is feeling “sharper by the day” and hopes he can keep finding the back of the net as he steps up his recovery. The young forward has not featured for the first team since January and had a lengthy spell on the sidelines due to bad
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Scott Mills urges Jordan North to hire unusual home helper
Jordan North has hired an unusual home helper and can’t recommend it strongly enough. The Burnley radio presenter has revealed he’s hired a professional declutterer to help keep his house tidy after BBC Radio 2 DJ Scott Mills pestered him for weeks
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'King of Curry' who founded restaurant chain Akbar's posthumously honoured at awards
The founder of a huge Indian restaurant chain which came to Blackburn earlier this year has been recognised at an awards ceremony following his death. Akbar's founder Shabir Hussain has been posthumously recognised at the Prestige Curry Awards
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Lancashire County Council uncertain over future of bus fares after budget
Lancashire County Council is reviewing the Autumn Statement but no decision has been made on bus fare prices after the cap rose to £3 in the Budget on Wednesday, October 30. The rise from the current limit of £2 is to kick in from January after
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Four arrested after man suffers head injury in 'aggravated burglary'
Four men have been arrested after a man was left with a head injury following an aggravated burglary in Nelson, police have said. Officers received a report of an aggravated burglary in Lomeshaye Road at around 5.30pm on Monday (October 28).
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First UK case of potentially deadly strain mpox detected in London
The first UK case of a potentially deadly strain of the mpox virus, formerly known as monkeypox, has been detected in London. Having said this, the risk to the UK population from the Clade Ib mpox strain “remains low”, the UK Health Security Agency
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Toth outlines Championship aim after valuable minutes with U21s
Balazs Toth is loving life at Rovers and hopes that his first taste of Championship football is not too far away. The Hungarian goalkeeper arrived at Ewood Park in the summer to provide competition for Aynsley Pears following Leo Wahlstedt’s move
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Universal Credit claimants receive £420 boost in Budget as benefit increase confirmed
More than a million households in receipt of Universal Credit will benefit from changes to the system announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves today. Ms Reeves, giving her first budget as Chancellor, announced that Labour will be lowering the cap
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Price of a pint in the pub to drop as draught duty on alcoholic drinks cut
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced that the price of a pint will drop by 1p following a fall in the draught duty. It comes as the Labour government announced their first budget in 15 years with their last in 2010 under Gordon Brown. Taking
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Budget highlights from pensions and fuel duty to inheritance and price of a pint
Chancellor Rachel Reeves set out a Budget which will increase taxes by £40 billion as she promised to “fix the foundations” of the economy and repair the public finances. In the first Labour Budget since 2010 – and the first ever delivered by a
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What age can my child cross the road all by themselves in the UK?
Letting children go out and explore the world on their own is a daunting prospect for many parents with dangers lurking around every corner. One of the more risky aspects of playing outdoors is crossing the road which can be fraught with bad drivers
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Martin Lewis responds to Rachel Reeves' budget and 'very big' tax rises
Martin Lewis has responded to Rachel Reeves' autumn budget. In a historic speech, the chancellor said "the country voted for change" on the 4 July general election. Labour was given a mandate "to restore stability to our country and to begin a
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Employer National Insurance contribution to rise to 15 per cent
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced the expected increase in employers’ national insurance contributions, but thrown a lifeline to small businesses. Employers will pay an additional 1.2 percent to 15%, from April 2025. The secondary threshold –
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Businesses considering lay-offs in response to National Minimum Wage hike
Businesses fear that increases to the National Minimum Wage and an increase in employer National Insurance contributions may be the final nails in the coffin for struggling firms. "The UK’s minimum wage is up 37% since 21/22," says Rachel Watkyn
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Hospitality businesses issue last-minute autumn budget plea
Hospitality businesses across the UK have made a last minute plea for a lifeline in the autumn budget. Food, drink and leisure businesses across the country are struggling to stay afloat, with many still struggling with the effects of Covid and Brexit
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Man 'punched in chest' after demand to hand over his wallet
A man was punched in the chest after another man demanded he hand over his wallet, police said. The victim, a man in his 60s, was in Whalley Road, Accrington, at around 6.35pm yesterday (October 28) when he was approached by the suspect. He
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Family's tribute to man with 'heart of gold' who died in motorbike crash
A family has paid tribute to a Haslingden man with a "heart of gold" who died in a motorbike crash. In a touching statement, Tristan Whyatt, 51, was described by his family as having a 'belly laugh so loud he could stand in for Father Christmas
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'Reward to be had' - Hyam's belief in Rovers' positive approach
Dom Hyam believes that Rovers will reap the rewards of their positive approach even if there is an element of risk at times. John Eustace’s men had some good moments in front of goal at Watford but failed to make them count as they eventually left
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Man arrested on suspicion of vehicle interference
A man has been arrested in connection with vehicle interference in Great Harwood. Police were called to reports of a man trying car door handles in Frankland Chase today (October 30). Following enquiries, a 40-year-old man from Blackburn was
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Two areas of East Lancs named best places in UK for trick-or-treating
Two areas of East Lancashire have been named among the best places in the UK for trick-or-treating. With Halloween around the corner, parents are preparing for thousands of children across the UK to put on their costumes and go house to house for
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Review: Here You Come Again brings Dolly Parton magic into your life
One of the great things about the theatre is that it offers pure escapism. Never has that been more true than with Here You Come Again, a new musical which combines memories of the Covid pandemic with the songs of Dolly Parton. Steven Webb
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Man jailed after raping woman in her own home
A man has been jailed after raping a woman in her own home. James Critchley, 31, denied the allegations and pleaded not guilty, though the court heard a week after the attack he messaged his victim to apologise for what he had done. In the
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Illegal vapes and tobacco seized as part of joint operation
Large amounts of tobacco and vapes have been seized in Burnley as part of a joint operation between police and Trading Standards. The products seized were said by police to be "not up to UK standards." A picture shared by Burnley and Padiham
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Fire and ambulance crews called to kitchen fire in East Lancs town
Two fire crews were called to a kitchen fire in Haslingden last night (October 29). Crews from Rawtenstall attended the scene in Bury Road just before midnight and remained for around one hour and 20 minutes. Firefighters used one hose reel
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Shopkeeper with ‘no regard’ for children’s safety sold illegal vape to 13-year-old
A Rossendale shop has had a licence bid rejected after repeatedly selling vapes to children and having illegal products on its premises. Management at the Ibra Superstore, Burnley Road, Bacup, have shown ‘no regard’ for children’s protection and
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EastEnders actress to join new series of Waterloo Road as headteacher
Former EastEnders actress Lindsay Coulson is to star in the upcoming series of Waterloo Road as new headteacher Dame Stella Drake. The character will take over from the previous headteacher Steve Savage (played by comedian Jason Manford) who was
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Bake Off fans 'gutted' as judges make 'bizarre decision' to send next baker home
Bake Off fans said they are "absolutely gutted" as the sixth baker has left the famous white tent for good. Tuesday night's episode saw the remaining 2024 cast tasked with three seasonal-based challenges including a sweet autumn-inspired pie signature
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7 simple steps to help dry your clothes in winter without a tumble dryer
It’s challenging to dry your clothes outside in winter because colder and damper weather in winter often means that your laundry will take longer to dry and will be left feeling damp and smelling musky. Clothes can dry indoors in winter,
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Drivers urged to find alternative routes as country lane closed due to crash
A country lane is closed due to a crash, police have warned. Police have said Old Roman Road near Read is closed between the junctions of Back Lane and Whinns Lane. Drivers are recommended to find alternative routes as the road will be closed
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Football club celebrates as stadium included in new EA Sports computer game
To celebrate Ewood Park’s inclusion in EA Sports 2025 edition, the club has updated the games room in the stadium The latest installment of the popular video game features the home of Blackburn Rovers for the first time. The club's games room
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MARTIN FURBER: Embrace those winter months
So, the clocks went back on Sunday, the days are noticeably shorter and the nights much longer. This is the perfect week for a timely reminder of how to get through the darker months. Many people I speak with tell me they dread the winter months
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Business bosses concerned over how today's 'painful' budget will affect East Lancs
Business bosses have voiced their frustration surrounding the hike in National Insurance and minimum wage ahead of today's leaked budget. Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves will set out her spending, in a budget already described as ‘painful’ by the
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Free Palestine protesters gather outside court where woman appeared over demo at BAE
Free Palestine protesters gathered outside Blackburn magistrates where a woman was appearing in connection with demonstrations outside BAE at Samlesbury. Rabiya Ahmed, 27, of Campbell Place, Blackburn, was charged with being a public assembly participant
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Woodland battery farm plan sparks several objections and defence
The firm behind plans for a new battery farm on five acres of East Lancashire woodland has issued a statement explaining why the scheme should be approved after several objections. Root-Power (North) wants to build the complex near Oswaldtwistle
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Sentence date set for man after guilty pleas to range of sexual offences
A Burnley man will be sentenced early next year after pleading guilty to a range of sexual offences Lee Parry, 32, appeared at Burnley Crown Court on Monday (October 28) where he entered guilty pleas to three counts of making indecent images of
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'Totally clarity' - Todd Cantwell's Blackburn Rovers role and unwanted label
Todd Cantwell hopes his promotion experience can have a positive affect in the Blackburn Rovers dressing room. The talented midfielder has played three seasons at Championship level, with Norwich City, and on each occasion, ended up in the Premier
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Man denies threatening person with razor blade
A man will face a trial after denying threatening a person with a razor blade. Axis Robertson, 49, is alleged to have committed the offence in August in Nelson. Appearing over video link at Burnley Crown Court, Robertson entered a not guilty
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Full weather forecast for Halloween and bonfire weekend in Blackburn
With Bonfire Night almost upon us, you may be wondering what the weather has in store for East Lancashire. Whether you’re off to see a display or hosting your own, here is the Met Office weather forecast for East Lancashire this weekend. Those
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Veteran to visit 61 memorial sites ahead of Remembrance Sunday
An Army Cadet sergeant instructor is walking nearly 60 miles between memorial sites across Rossendale ahead of Remembrance Sunday. On the sixth day, Phil Speddy will then take part in three Remembrance services, in Accrington, Haslingden and Rawtenstall
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Team from 'one of Lancashire's busiest' train stations nominated for award
Staff at one of Lancashire's busiest train stations have been shortlisted for an award. The gateline team at Blackpool North Station, operated by Northern, have been named as finalists in the Station Team Award category at the 2024 RailStaff Awards
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Taxpayers foot six times more of football policing bill than Lancashire clubs
Lancashire Police spent almost six times more money on policing football games last season than the clubs across the county contributed to the cost. Recent data provided by Lancashire Constabulary found its average spend for each league game was
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Lancs Telegraph readers can subscribe for just £2 for 2 months in this flash sale
Readers who want to subscribe to our news site can enjoy an exclusive offer of £2 for 2 months or over 30% off an annual subscription during our limited-time promotion. A digital subscription is the best way to read our news site online. Subscribers
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‘I may be blind but I have a vision’: Blackburn man wins top media honour
A blind Blackburn man who wanted to follow his dream of scuba diving has won a national award. Mohammed Salim Patel produced ‘Disabled scuba diving duo’ for BBC North West and follows two people as they attempt to scuba dive. It was named ‘Report
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Work of churches and mosque praised at event
The valuable work of mosques and churches in Burnley was highlighted at a special event attended by a number of community groups. The Gather Together event was jointly organised by Building Bridges in Burnley, Burnley Family Hub and the Gather
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13 amazing pictures from movie-themed Halloween display
A movie-themed display is terrifying and delighting residents in an East Lancashire village this Halloween. Created by bar worker Vikkie Jayne Moore and her son Samuel Moore, this year’s theme focuses on Halloween film icons following the success
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"We are desperate for this" - £1.5m football facility could be 'underway by April'
A £1.5million 3G football facility that will “get kids off the street” could be under construction as early as April, according to a councillor. The potential new investment at Haslingden’s Adrenaline Centre is yet to have planning approval but
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Residents without phone signal for 12 days due to 'inaccessible' damaged mast
Residents have been left without a mobile phone signal or wi-fi for more than 10 days after a mast was damaged. People living near Burney Road, running from Rawtenstall to Crawshawbooth, have been left having to travel “miles” away from their homes
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Indian restaurant has ‘gone from strength to strength’ after facing challenges
A Clayton-Le-Moors restaurant, that has been nominated for the Lancashire Telegraph’s Best Curry House competition, has thanked its customers for supporting it through some tough times. Our readers have nominated Balti Stan, in Whalley Road, as
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Five East Lancashire businesses secure funding for digital transformation
Businesses across East Lancashire have been accelerating their digital transformation after securing backing from Made Smarter. Cupcakes By Sophia, a manufacturer of cupcakes, and Dobson and Beaumont, a specialist precision engineering company,
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Trial set for man accused of stabbing dog and threatening to burn down house
A man will face a trial next year after he allegedly stabbed a dog in Blackburn. Billy Wilkinson, 35, entered not guilty pleas to causing unnecessary suffering to an animal as well as two counts of threatening to destroy/damage property and one
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Residents stunned to see Elon Musk's Starlink - with another chance to see it TONIGHT
People around East Lancashire were baffled by an unusual line of lights across the sky on Thursday night, as Elon Musk’s latest project was spotted across the county. Bright lights in a perfect line were photographed in the sky above Foulridge
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East Lancs council on track for budget underspend in 2024/25
An East Lancashire local authority is on target to underspend its budget for 2024/25. A report on the financial position of Hyndburn Council for the first six months of the financial year up to September 30 estimates that by March 31 next year
