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Rail services between Blackburn and Clitheroe cancelled

Rail services between Blackburn and Clitheroe are experiencing cancellations to services due to a broken-down train. Services running between Blackburn, Ramsgreave and Wilpshire, Langho, Whalley and Clitheroe have been cancelled and disruption

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East Lancashire chippy progresses to final 20 for Takeaway of the Year award

A fish and chip shop in East Lancashire has been shortlisted for the Takeaway of the Year Award at the National Fish and Chip Shop Awards 2025. The awards have named the 20 chippies which are getting closer to being named Takeaway of the Year after

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Rock music legend spotted popping into East Lancashire football ground

A Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, who has a soft spot for Accrington Stanley, was treated to a tour around the Wham Stadium. Robert Plant, former lead vocalist in the legendary 70s rock band Led Zeppelin, was spotted by supporter liaison officer Robert

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Pictures as smoke billows across town following fire at ‘notorious’ scrapyard

A joint statement has been issued after a fire was reported at a 'notorious' scrapyard in Great Harwood on Monday night (October 4). White smoke has been billowing across Great Harwood today after a fire on Meadow Street. The fire service,

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Firm behind moorland fishing lake plan fined over safety

The company behind controversial plans to partially fill in a moorland beauty spot for a fishing lake has been fined for endangering nearby residents. The Environment Agency told a court Blue Lagoon Heritage Ltd's failure to complete safety works

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Lorry crashes into central reservation of motorway

A lorry crashed into the central reservation of the M66 this morning, Tuesday, leading to heavy delays for motorists. The collision happened near junction 1 for Ramsbottom at 10.25am. One lane was closed as maintenance workers repaired the

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Blackburn Rovers' transfer decisions vindicated as Stoke boss delivers praise

Sam Gallagher will miss out on a reunion with Blackburn Rovers due to injury but Ash Phillips and Andrew Moran may start for Stoke City. Gallagher made the switch from Rovers to the Potteries in the summer, bringing an end to his five-year stay

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Man charged after shop and vehicle allegedly burgled

A man has been charged following a spate of alleged burglaries in Burnley. The burglaries are alleged to have taken place between July 2024 and October 2024 in the Stoops estate area. Wiring, tools and a set of keys are said to have been taken.

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Council's writing off £2.5 million in unpaid debts condemned

Blackburn with Darwen Council has written off more than £2.5 million of bad debts as irrecoverable. The figure is revealed in a report by the authority's finance director Dean Langton to councillors, and has drawn criticism from a leading opposition

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Queen Camilla withdraws from engagements after falling ill

The Queen has withdrawn from her engagements for the rest of the week after falling unwell with a chest infection, Buckingham Palace has announced. Doctors have recommended The Queen take a short period of rest, though it is reported that she hopes

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Warning issued after reports of kids ‘throwing fireworks’ and causing damage

A police officer has issued a warning after reports of people throwing fireworks in Burnley. Mark Hill, a PCSO for the Rosegrove and Lowerhouse areas, said there have been “a number of incidents” of anti-social behaviour where juveniles have been

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East Lancs MP tackles schools minister on SEND failings

Hyndburn's new Labour MP Sarah Smith has told a government minister that the current system for supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities is failing families in her constituency. She tackled school standards minister Catherine

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'Bigger shocks' - Blackburn Rovers' unsung performer on scrutiny and play-offs stance

You have to be crazy to be a goalkeeper, they say. The best ones usually are. It's an up-and-down life and probably the hardest position on the pitch to excel. It can be a lonely world when things go wrong, there is nowhere to hide. It would

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‘Despicable’ man sexually assaulted woman as she was walking home

A man sexually assaulted a woman in Lancaster as she was walking home. In the early hours of June 13, at 1:55am, Akram Nesseri met his victim for the first time on Middle Street in Lancaster.  A few moments later, he lured her into an alleyway

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Review: Slick and stylish Chicago still a sexy sensation at the Palace

It's the blockbuster musical which refuses back down. New challengers may appear but Chicago remains the sexy, sassy and stylish success you really do have to see. Back in Manchester for a sell-out run, the show has lost none of its allure with

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Why do we participate in Remembrance Day and Remembrance Sunday?

Remembrance Day and Remembrance Sunday first started in 1919 as a way to pay tribute to those who gave their lives in the First World War (1914-1918). The traditions have continued into the modern day with nationwide events and the annual Poppy

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Blackburn Rovers boss 'excited' about untried solution to goal-scoring conundrum

John Eustace is 'excited' by the prospect of partnering Yuki Ohashi and Makhtar Gueye as he looks to solve Blackburn Rovers' goal-scoring conundrum. Blackburn haven't score in their last three Championship games and have netted only twice in their

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Police find ‘stolen’ items after being called to reports of suspicious man

Police have recovered items, thought to be stolen, in Padiham. Officers were called to reports of a suspicious man on Friday, November 1. After finding the man, police conducted a search and found some items. They are now working to identify

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Dramatic moment walker gets stuck waist-deep in bog unable to move

A walker had to be saved by the mountain rescue team after getting stuck in a bog, near Chipping. On Sunday (November 3), the emergency services were called to Burnslack Fell by a man who was waist-deep in the mud and unable to move. The police

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Dog owners can get a free Just Eat takeaway today - how to claim yours

Dog owners can get £15 off the cost of their next takeaway thanks to Just Eat this week. New research from Just Eat has found that pet parents do not want to “remember, remember, the 5th of November”, as over half (54%) dread the tradition due

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£170 BBC TV Licence could be 'replaced' as BBC Chair considers future options

The BBC TV Licence could be reformed or replaced as all options are being considered by the corporation’s new Chairman. The annual fee faced years of scrutiny under the Conservative government, with it being frozen for two years at £159 before

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'100%' - Sheffield United boss makes Blackburn Rovers red card claim

Chris Wilder insisted Makhtar Gueye should have been sent off for leading with his elbow in a challenge with Vini Souza. Blackburn Rovers were already two goals down at this stage but in the final third of the game, the substitute went up for a

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Co-op apologises to customers as FSA issues 'do not eat' warning

Co-op customers have been issued a “do not eat” warning by the Food Standards Agency (FSA) as the supermarket recalls one of its popular products. Co-op is recalling its Co-op Irresistible Luxury Lasagne Al Forno because it may pose a health risk

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RECAP: 'Keep windows closed' - Warning as emergency services attend 'incident'

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Free cups of tea for patients and families at Rosemere Cancer Centre

Family and friends of patients at the Rosemere Cancer Centre will now be treated to free cups of tea. Lancashire Tea has donated hundreds of tea bags to the centre's café at the Royal Preston Hospital, ensuring it stays stocked for the foreseeable

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Chemo prognosis sent apprentice, 22, into cocaine-fuelled spiral

A man went "off the rails" and turned to cocaine after being told he needed chemotherapy treatment, a court has heard. Blackburn Magistrates' Court was told how Aiden Austin got in with the wrong crowd and started using drugs, ending with him appearing

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Thira: 'A gem of a restaurant' bids to be crowned curry winner

Nestled in one of the busiest food districts in Blackburn, Thira has been quietly making a name for itself in recent years. Thira is one of ten restaurants which has been nominated for the Lancashire Telegraph’s Best Curry House competition.

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Rudy Gestede defends Blackburn Rovers' spending and Venky's after Sam Szmodics sale

Rudy Gestede has defended Blackburn Rovers' decision not to reinvest all the money generated from the sale of Sam Szmodics this summer. Rovers' top-scorer was sold to Ipswich Town for an initial fee of £9million, with further add-ons hopefully

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Immersive winter event with 'glittering trail' an hour from Blackburn

An immersive winter adventure is coming to Tatton Park Gardens. This November, 'Yuletide at Tatton Park Gardens' will offer a celebration of folklore tales brought to life through storytelling, live music, and a 'glittering trail.' The trail

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Blackburn manufacturing firm wins top award

A Blackburn manufacturing firm has been crowned the winner of a prestigious energy award. WSBL Ltd secured the 2024 BPF Energy Award for achieving the highest energy efficiency improvements among 522 sites in the plastics sector. The accolade

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This is why Darwen Town Hall is closed today

Darwen Town Hall will be shut today, the council has announced. The historic civic hub in the town's Croft Street on November 5 will be closed due to urgent work required on its Information Technology (IT) infrastructure. A Blackburn with Darwen

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Charity announces open day at new support hub

A charity has announced an open day at its new support hub next week. Newground Together, an independent charity part of the Together Housing Group, has set up a base in Shackleton Hall, Colne. The charity, which offers training opportunities

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Council working group call over theatre's future

HYNDBURN Council will be asked on Thursday to set up a special working group to examine the future of Oswaldtwistle Civic Theatre. The arts hub shut in July 2023 after the charity managing the theatre, went into liquidation. Now Huncoat Conservative

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Council launches online survey to find out residents' priorities

Residents of Blackburn with Darwen have been asked what they want their council tax spent on. Town Hall bosses have launched their annual survey of what people living in the borough believe the authority's budget priorities should be for 2025/2026

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Sky's the sniffer dog for finding illegal fags and vapes

Sky the sniffer dog has hunted down thousands of hidden illegal vapes and cigarettes as part of a crackdown at shops across Oswaldtwistle and Preston. Lancashire County Council's trading standards team joined forces with HM Revenue and Customs

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‘I'm still locked in to my rock & roll roots’ says Wendy James

From her early days with Transvision Vamp, Wendy James has always been more than your average pop star. She was the darling of the tabloids in the late Eighties and songs like Baby I Don’t Care were big hits but you always suspected there was more

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Full details of Blackburn's Christmas Lights switch on now revealed

Blackburn BID is offering a "unique twist" on the annual Christmas Lights switch-on and is calling on residents to attend the ‘Circus of The Moon’ later this month. The event set for November 23 will feature light projections, circus performers

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Hikers brave terrifying zombie walk over Holcombe moors

Walkers dodged attacks from the undead on the Holcombe Hill moors at the weekend.  Almost 100 people embarked on the brisk four-mile trek of the annual Sunnywood Project Zombie Hike across the challenging terrain on Saturday as the sun set over

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The four most wanted men in East Lancashire this week

Every week, police ask readers of the Lancashire Telegraph for help to find wanted suspects.  Jordan Russell is wanted for assault. Russell, 25, is 5ft 7in and of a medium build. He has links to Blackburn, Darwen and Rossendale. Luke

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How much beer? Thwaites had produced 100 million cans by 1990

Blackburn brewer Daniel Thwaites had millions of reasons to celebrate when this photo was taken in November 1990. Thwaites' celebration in 1990 after producing 100 million cans (Picture: Newsquest)For the company had produced its 100 millionth

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Places in East Lancashire where young apprentices 'can afford own home by age 21'

Apprentices are more likely to be able to afford their own home by the age of 21 in several east Lancashire boroughs, according to new analysis of average earnings and house prices. Lancashire has been identified as one of the most affordable places

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Former Mode nightclub on the market for £549K after closing this year

A nightclub in Burnley, which closed earlier this year, has been listed for sale. The former Mode Nightclub, in Hammerton Street, is being marketed by estate agents Hilton & Horsfall with a guide price of £549,950. This has been described as

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Girl's health now 'at all-time high' after needing weekly CPR to stay alive

A seven-year-old girl, who has been battling life-changing medical conditions that cause her to stop breathing, is taking part in a charity event to thank hospital staff who have helped her. On November 9, Charlotte Drinkwater, from Darwen, will

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College's summit discusses ambitious plans and inspires business leaders

Business leaders from across Burnley gathered to hear about ambitious plans to shape the future of training and employment in the town. The Thrive Summit organised by Burnley College was attended by more than 75 industry leaders and aimed to highlight

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Care worker wins national award for promoting diversity and inclusion

A Blackburn care worker has won a national award for her work promoting diversity and inclusion. Deliwe Kanoyangwa, a support worker at Cygnet Fountains in Pleasington Close, received the Respect, Inclusion and Diversity Award at the Cygnet Group

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Zuber Issa steps down from Asda board after selling stake in supermarket

One of Blackburn’s billionaire Issa brothers has officially stepped down from his role on Asda’s board of directors after selling his stake in the company to a private equity firm. In June, it was reported Zuber Issa had sold his stake in Asda

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Councillors make Orgreave colliery policing inquiry call to Home Secretary

A group of Hyndburn councillors want Home Secretary Yvette Cooper to launch an inquiry into the disturbances at Orgreave colliery during the miners strike. Five Labour members, led by Milnshaw ward's Councillor Paul Cox have tabled a motion for

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Buy a link for 'vibrant' paper chain and support these two amazing charities

Two Blackburn charities are joining forces this month to raise awareness of their mental health support services in the town. Arts 2 Heal, in Tontine Street, and The Samaritans on New Park Street are also hoping to generate funds to support their

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Top chef from joins stellar group of Taste Lancashire Ambassadors

A top chef is the latest to join a stellar group of Taste Lancashire Ambassadors. Tim Allen, chef of SŌ-LŌ, a Michelin-starred restaurant in Aughton, is now part of Marketing Lancashire’s group of Taste Lancashire Ambassadors. The group consists

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Museum of the Moon lunar spectacular arrives at Blackburn Cathedral

People across East Lancashire should be prepared to be wowed by the extraordinary art exhibition that has arrived at Blackburn Cathedral. The ‘Museum of the Moon’ show gets under way today, November 5, and the display is truly breath-taking, equipped