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Chris McCausland reveals the offer from Strictly bosses he refused

Popular comedian Chris McCausland has revealed how he turned down an offer from Strictly Come Dancing bosses to make his time on the show easier. The 47-year-old star from Liverpool made history by becoming the first blind man to appear on the

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Strictly fans say not giving Lauren Oakley a partner was the 'worst decision'

Strictly Come Dancing fans have said not giving Lauren Oakley a dance partner this season has been the "worst decision" by BBC bosses. Lauren, who was filling in for Amy Dowden, danced with JLS star JB Gill during Icons Week. The coupling danced

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Doolan relieved as Reds leave it late to seal cup victory

Accrington Stanley boss John Doolan was relieved to see his side beat non-league Rushall Olympic 2-0 and secure a place in the next round of the FA Cup. Rushall competed well but the game swung in Accrington’s favour just past the hour mark when

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Helen Chamberlain reveals how she was nearly fired from Soccer AM by Tim Lovejoy

Beloved presenter Helen Chamberlain has revealed how she was nearly fired from Soccer AM because of Tim Lovejoy. The Sky Sports duo worked together on the programme for years but their on-screen relationship did have its rocky moments. Chamberlain

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Dramatic photos and videos show car in flames near Blackburn town centre

Dramatic photos and video show a car in flames close to Blackburn town centre on Saturday afternoon.  The incident happened at around 3pm on Simmons Street car park opposite Barbara Castle Way Health Centre. Firefighters were called to

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Calls for Mary and Giles to be axed from Gogglebox over fresh comments

Fans of Gogglebox have issued fresh calls to axe Mary Killen and Giles Wood from the Channel 4 show. The pair have appeared on the commentary show since 2015 and have often received mixed opinions with some loving their dry sense of humour and

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John Eustace explains what Blackburn Rovers must improve in the final third

John Eustace insists Blackburn Rovers must make better decisions in the final third to end their run without scoring. Sheffield United were comfortable 2-0 winners at Ewood Park on Saturday, inflicting a first home defeat of the season on Rovers

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All to know on ITV's new drama Until I Kill You starring Anna Maxwell Martin

Anna Maxwell Martin and Shaun Evans lead the cast of ITV's new true crime drama Until I Kill You. It will tell the true story of Delia Balmer (Martin), who survived a near-fatal relationship with serial killer John Sweeney (Evans). The four-part

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Blackburn Rovers player ratings as attackers struggle and goal drought continues

Here's how The Lancashire Telegraph scored the players' performances, with a six representing par for the course. Aynsley Pears - 8 Pulled off a good save to deny Moore's header and Campbell's first attempt. Nothing he could do about either

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Sheffield United blunt Blackburn Rovers to end Ewood Park record

Blackburn Rovers surrendered their unbeaten home record as they were beaten 2-0 by Sheffield United. Goals from Harrison Burrows and Tyrese Campbell in each half secured a deserved away victory for the Blades at Ewood Park. But it was the offensive

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Quick-thinking girl, 14, helped snare sex attacker after ‘disturbing assault’

A man who sexually assaulted a young girl on a park bench has been jailed. Dean Marroni, 34, approached the 14-year-old girl on the Sandylands Promenade in Morecambe, on the afternoon of Tuesday 3 September. He sat on a bench next to the girl

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Kemi Badenoch to become new Conservative Party leader as Rishi Sunak steps down

The next Conservative Party Leader has been confirmed as Kemi Badenoch. It comes as Badenoch went against Robert Jenrick in the final vote by party members marking the end of a four-month-long race to replace Rishi Suynak. Badenoch will now

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Boots launches Black Friday sale with better than half price offers

Boots has launched its 'biggest ever' Black Friday deals ­— and customers can shop now with top brands better than half price. This year, Black Friday is set to take place on Friday, November 29 but Boots has offers all month, which include a Clique

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Strictly to mark 'icons' in brand new themed week as Amy Dowden misses show

Taylor Swift and Beyonce are among the music stars who will be honoured during Strictly Come Dancing’s in the brand new icons week. The remaining 10 couples will take to the ballroom floor to perform a routine accompanied by a track from a well-known

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Aldi apologises for ‘disappointment’ as it discontinues baby food pouches

Aldi has sent an apology to customers after it confirmed it would be discontinuing a popular baby food product. For the last three years, Aldi has been named the UK’s cheapest supermarket by Which? and is also the fourth biggest supermarket in

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Blackburn Rovers 0-2 Sheffield United: Blades deserved winners

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Teenagers rescued from moors after getting lost on Halloween

Rescue teams were scrambled when three teenagers got lost on the moors of Pendle Hill. On Thursday evening at 10.50pm, Lancashire Police requested assistance from the Rossendale and Pendle Mountain Rescue Team to locate the group whose phone batteries

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House plan for eyesore countryside kennels site blocked for being 'too modern'

An application to build a new house in a rural corner of land formerly home to now-derelict dog kennels has been refused by the council for being 'too modern'. The plans would have seen a new self-build property replace a dilapidated concrete structure

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Rovers fan slapped with ban for 'mooning' away fans after goal

A Blackburn Rovers fan who ‘mooned’ Derby County supporters after his team took a 2-1 lead late in the opening game of the season was told he should be "ashamed" of himself. Blackburn Magistrates' Court heard Martyn McLeod also made a cut-throat

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Paedophile in Cookie Monster pyjamas wanted to send girl, 13, naked photos

A man who engaged in sexualised internet chat with who he believed was a 13-year-old girl did so while wearing Cookie Monster pyjamas. Blackburn Magistrates' Court heard the “girl” was instead a police officer and when her colleagues went to arrest

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Award launched to honour people who have made Blackburn a better place to live

A charity has announced details about an award which honours people who have made Blackburn a better place to live. One Voice Blackburn and Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council said the nomination process for the Leader's Award is now open.

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Lancashire business wins award for making 'best milk'

A Lancashire business has won a PETA 2024 Vegan Food Award. Oato has scooped up the award for Best Milk for its freshly made Barista Whole oat milk. The milk is made using British oats and filtered water. PETA's 12th annual Vegan Food Awards

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Autumn Ribble Valley walk with spectacular scenery and pub visited by the Queen

The area around Whitewell is certainly beautiful and was a favourite of the late Queen Elizabeth and The Duke of Edinburgh. In May 2006 they visited nearby Dunsop Bridge then enjoyed their first pub lunch – a five-course meal at the Inn at Whitewell

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Council 'takes back control' of leisure centre site after contractor goes bust

Hyndburn Council has taken back control of the construction site for Wilson Sports Village following the collapse of the lead contractor. The council announced in September that ISG, which was in charge of delivering the £12.6 million project in

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Blackburn Rovers predicted team with two changes against Sheffield United

John Eustace has several key decisions to make across the pitch as Blackburn Rovers look to respond to defeat against Sheffield United. The Blades travel to Ewood Park with Rovers aiming to extend their unbeaten home record this term. They're also

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Platinum-selling artist to headline town's Christmas light switch-on event

A platinum-selling artist and renowned DJ will headline the Nelson Christmas light switch-on this year. TeeDee, who has collaborated with the likes of Bugzy Malone and Vybz Kartel, will perform a set at the event in Nelson town centre on Saturday

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Meet the Chef: Maurizio Bocchi, La Locanda in Gisburn

Maurizio Bocchi, La Locanda in Gisburn What is your current role and what does it involve? As chef patron of La Locanda in Gisburn, my days involve everything from creating, cooking and serving my handcrafted dishes … to kitchen porter!

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WATCH: Residents urged to be vigilant after man seen checking car doors

Residents have been warned to be vigilant and keep their car doors locked after a man was spotted trying car door handles in Blackburn. The man was captured on CCTV shared with the Lancashire Telegraph by a resident on Stansfeld Street earlier

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This is when you can meet cricketing great Jimmy Anderson in Blackburn

Cricket legend Jimmy Anderson is coming to Blackburn as part of a book signing tour. Fans will be able to meet Anderson at Waterstones in The Mall on Tuesday November 12  In his autobiography Finding The Edge, he shares his story about his

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'We’ve had fantastic feedback': Rave reviews after café offering support opens

A café which focuses on supporting parents has opened - and customers have shared rave reviews. Tori Johnson, 32, owner of MotherZen on Bridge Street in Ramsbottom, said she decided to open the business after noticing a gap in support services

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Woman who got suspended sentence over dangerous dog pretended to be police officer

A woman who was jailed for impersonating a police officer while on a suspended sentence for being in charge of a dog dangerously out of control has had her jail time reduced at an appeal. Ashiya Hussain, 34, was jailed for four months at Preston

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New production of Dracula to be staged at Blackpool Grand Theatre

Blackpool Grand Theatre is set to host a new production of Bram Stoker's Dracula. Audiences will be transported back to 1897, a time of great technological change, scientific mastery and innovation, where a small group of young men and women are

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I stayed in Burnley hotel loved by Premier League footballers and Corrie stars

I’ll be honest, when thinking about escaping away for a scenic weekend luxury spa mini-break, Burnley was not the place that initially sprung to mind. But as it turns out, a quick trip down the M66 was all it took to experience a glittering multi-award-winning

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Hundreds of animals on ‘dire’ waiting list at sanctuary

An animal rescue sanctuary has been "inundated" by the number of small animals needing homes, with hundreds of cats and rabbits on their growing waiting list. Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary in Edenfield currently has around 600 cats and rabbits waiting

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Popular florist overwhelmed by support following shocking vandalism

A Blackburn florist said her ‘faith in humanity has been restored’ after the outpouring of goodwill from neighbours after her shop had its windows smashed. Ewood Florist, on Bolton Road opposite Blackburn Rovers' stadium, also had paint thrown

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Pub with 'best view around' and cracking Friday deal under new management

This week’s pub of the week has the "best views a pub could ever have" and is in a tiny village of less than 500 people. The Rock Inn, Tockholes, has recently come under new management and is highly rated on Tripadvisor. Introduce yourself

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'World-class' Burnley businesses celebrated for serving area

Three “world-class” businesses have been celebrated “not only for their excellence but also their investment, innovation and ambition.” Burnley Council presented the awards to local businesses that have reached significant milestones and made lasting

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Pub turned curry house is renowned for its ‘exceptional customer service’

An Indian restaurant in Baxenden is in the running for the Lancashire Telegraph’s Best Curry House competition and the owner says its food and customer service cannot be rivalled. Our readers have nominated Abdullah’s, in Blackburn Road, as one

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Full line-up for Darwen Christmas lights switch on revealed

The full line-up for Darwen's Christmas lights switch-on has been revealed, adding to an already packed programme with Britain’s Got Talent Stars as well as delicious food and drink stalls. After popular 90s dance group K-Klass were announced at

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Drug-related deaths in borough down despite record high across country

The number of drug-related deaths in Blackburn dropped last year despite figures across England and Wales hitting an all-time high. Increases were reported in Burnley and the rest of Lancashire according to figures from the Office for National

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Lucky bingo-goer to put £10,000 jackpot towards new house

A lucky Burnley bingo-goer has won £10,000 at their local bingo hall to put towards their new home. The winner, who wished to remain anonymous, won the huge sum of money at Buzz Bingo in Centenary Way having previously been a regular at the hall

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Urgent appeal from Blackburn firework display to transport wood

An appeal has been issued to ensure that one of Blackburn’s most popular bonfires events goes off with a bang. Last week, organisers of the Blackburn Charity Bonfire at Witton Park found themselves short of wood ahead of the display on Saturday

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Readers reveal the closed down pubs and clubs they want to visit one more time

While town centres are forever changing, it’s no surprise that some of us get attached to our favourite shops, pubs and clubs. When a place that holds memories for you closes, it can stir up some emotions but what if you had the chance to visit