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M6 back open but police look to prosecute those using closed lanes
Two lanes on the M6 are back open after yesterday’s tragic collision, which killed one HGV driver and severely injured two others. Lane three remains closed in both directions on the M6 between J33 at Garstang and J32 to the M55 for Blackpool as
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Council to spend £1.6m on buying out brewery site partner
Blackburn with Darwen Council is set to spend £1.6 million on taking full ownership of the Thwaites brewery site. Next week the authority's ruling executive board is being asked to agree to buy out its partner Maple Grove Developments' share of
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14 untaxed and abandoned vehicles seized and reported in this town
Police have seized 14 untaxed vehicles in Nelson during a police operation on Friday, November 1. Police discovered the vehicles around Bradley Road and Railway Street. 11 abandonment notices were issued by the council, two fines were given
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Shop fails police test after selling fireworks to 15-year-old
“At least one” shop in Pendle sold fireworks to an underage child, according to police. Offices received reports of shops selling fireworks to underage youths. Working with Trading Standards, police discovered “at least one of those shop” failed
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John Eustace's message to Makhtar Gueye after Blackburn Rovers drought
John Eustace refused to single Makhtar Gueye after his glaring miss in Blackburn Rovers' defeat to Stoke City. The summer signing has only scored two goals, both in the Carabao Cup. He missed a glorious opportunity to open his Championship account
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Busy road near health centre and mosque closed
A Blackburn road used to access a health centre and a mosque is closed to traffic due to resurfacing. Work is taking place on Troy Street and Baywood Street this week and there is no access for traffic between 8am and 6pm. The work which began
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Railway workers save abandoned dog found near tracks
A railway worker has adopted an abandoned dog found injured and starving near train tracks. The 12-year-old Boxer, named Molly, was spotted in October near the Blackpool depot, in a 'malnourished' state with 'multiple injuries.' Northern staff
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Immigration officers descend on sleepy Ribble Valley village in crime operation
A quiet Ribble Valley village has had security investigators descend on it as part of a coordinated nationwide operation. The officers from the Security Industry Authority visited as part of a series of surprise visits to tackle suspected security
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Blackburn Rovers' rivals sack long-serving manager after poor run of results
Coventry City have sacked Mark Robins after their 2-1 defeat to Derby County on Wednesday night. The Sky Blues boss was the longest-serving manager in the division, having held the role for seven years. Robins led the club out of League Two and
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‘Carnage’: Horrific footage shows man attacked with hammers and bat
An investigation has been launched after a man was brutally attacked with hammers and a baseball bat in Accrington. Police said they were called at 8.30am to Wordsworth Road on Wednesday, November 6, where they found a man in his 50s who had been
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Blackburn Rovers are paying the price for summer transfer gamble
Blackburn Rovers will play far worse and win this season after a frustrating night against Stoke City. It can be difficult for supporters to separate performances from results but Rovers did not do a lot wrong against the Potters. This was a step
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Blackburn Rovers hit with fresh blow as attacking absences pile up
Tyrhys Dolan will miss Blackburn Rovers' trip to Cardiff City after picking up his fifth booking of the season against Stoke City. The forward was a second-half substitute but was cautioned by the referee for dissent after a decision went against
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M6 remains closed after person dies and several injured in horror crash
Part of the M6 remains closed this morning (November 7) after a person tragically died in a horror crash. On Wednesday (November 6), police were called to reports of a serious crash on the motorway, close to junction 33, between Lancaster and Preston
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Woman who crashed in McDonald's drive-thru was over drink drive limit
A woman who while negotiating a McDonald's drive-through clipped a kerb and then knocked her own wing mirror off by travelling too close to the building turned out to be drunk. Blackburn Magistrates' Court heard that unfortunately for Cortny Pye
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New 20mph limits set for town's roads following housing development
The speed limits on several roads in a Lancashire town are set to be cut over safety concerns. Lancashire County Council is consulting on plans to reduce the maximum speeds permitted on four routes in Whittle-le-Woods, following the completion
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Danger driver hit 70mph in police chase near town centre
A driver who was followed onto a petrol station by police raced off as the officer was making checks on the police national computer. Blackburn Magistrates' Court heard Valeem Barkat reached speeds of more than 70 mph, forced other vehicles to
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Fears over flats plan in village which would have no parking included
A plan for new apartments in a historic Pendle town has been criticised as an imitation ‘pastiche’ of a textile mill with no relevance to the old saw mill site it would replace. Furthermore, plans for non-traditional building materials would harm
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No 42 bus was making its way around Blackburn
It’s to be hoped that someone stopped! This great photo shows the junction of Tynwald Road and Onchan Road in Blackburn in May 1963. Junction of Tynwald Road and Onchan Road, Blackburn 1963 (Picture: Newsquest) The double decker was on
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Issa family mansions: Developers told to clear up footpath mess
Developers of a row of luxury homes in Blackburn have been told to clear up the mess along a main road directly outside the properties. Blackburn with Darwen Council is taking action following complaints from people using Billinge End Road.
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Blackburn 10K: Here's how you can be part of the Rovers Runners
Blackburn Rovers are searching for runners to join the ‘Rovers Runners’ ahead of the Blackburn 10k. This year’s run will be the fifth time Blackburn Rovers Community Trust has hosted the event alongside race provider Run Through. The Blackburn
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MP praises her husband and dad in paternity leave maiden speech plea
New Ribble Valley MP Maya Ellis has praised her father and husband in her maiden speech in the House of Commons as she urged more men to take paternity leave. The Ribchester resident told the Budget debate: "The only person I know who loved the
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‘Lancs' best chippy’ known for ‘innovative ideas’ delighted about award shortlist
The co-owner of a fish and chip shop in Oswaldtwistle said being shortlisted for takeaway of the year is a “massive achievement”. Westend Fish and Chips, in Blackburn Road, has made the top 20 shortlist for the Takeaway of the Year award at the
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Blackburn Rovers injury latest after Liverpool loanee's absence against Stoke
Owen Beck could be available for Blackburn Rovers against Cardiff City after suffering a back injury. The Welsh left-back was absent from the squad against Stoke City on Wednesday night. Harry Pickering came in for his first start since before
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'Made in Lancashire' pioneers to be celebrated at textile festival
The British Textile Biennial (BTB) will celebrate the contribution of the materials made in Lancashire that clothed explorers on Mount Everest. It comes on the 50th anniversary of the successful 1975 scaling of the southwest face of the world's
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Girl severely injured after being thrown from horse due to e-bikers
A Bacup girl has issued a warning to electric bikers after a “traumatic incident” saw two inconsiderate riders knock her off her horse, leaving her with severe injuries. Ally Burke, 14, was riding her horse on the bridleway between Stackstead and
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A community pub which was visited by royalty and has an incredible events lineup
A community-run Pendle pub, which has had royalty visit, is this week’s pub of the week. The Trawden Arms, in Church Street, Trawden, was saved from closure after residents raised £450,000 in seven weeks in 2021. Now under the ownership of
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'State-of-the-art' new security centre officially opened at college
A new 'state-of-the-art' Security Operations Centre has officially opened at Burnley College. The facility was unveiled by Abena Oppong-Asare, the Parliamentary Secretary at the Cabinet Office. The centre will help students and professionals
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High school awarded 'tech giant' grant to prepare for cyberattacks
A Preston high school has been awarded more than £390,000 by a 'tech giant.' The grant, given to Moor Park High School and Sixth Form by IBM, is aimed at helping schools prepare for and respond to global cyberattacks. The grant means the school
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Headteacher "continuing work towards best education possible" after Ofsted slip
A headteacher “will continue to work towards providing the best education possible” after a Blackburn primary school saw its rating from Ofsted slip. Ofsted no longer gives overall judgements to state-funded schools, but St Luke and St Philips
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Barber to retire to fulfil dream of going travelling with wife
A barber will be hanging up his clippers for the final time in March after being in the trade for more than three decades. Nino Gioia, 54, who has owned Nino’s Barbers in Ramsbottom for 36 years, has decided to hand over the keys to fulfil a dream
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Firm bolsters position in energy and infrastructure sector with acquisition
A Padiham-based business has announced the takeover of another company which it says will bolster its position LCM Environmental, based in Wyre Street, Padiham, has acquired Wolverhampton-based CorroGuard Ltd, a coatings and linings service provider
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Village pride as churchyard memorial to VC war hero gets listed
A memorial dedicated to a soldier awarded the Victoria Cross for giving his life in the First World War has been listed as Grade II. The war memorial commemorating Private James Miller VC in the churchyard of St Paul’s Church, WithnellThe memorial
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Raj Indian Cuisine & Lounge: Canal side cuisine is a town favourite
With its scenic location, the Raj Indian Cuisine and Lounge is more than just another curry house. It has been one of the most popular restaurants in town set on the banks of the Leeds and Liverpool Canal catering to couples and families for many
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First look at hospital play area backed by cancer battling teen and friend
A hospital’s rooftop play area has received a revamp thanks to an appeal that was backed by two charity champions from East Lancashire. The rooftop play area at Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital has received a renovation to provide a modern
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MP raised Rossendale/Manchester rail link at Westminster twice
An East Lancashire MP has taken the case for a new rail link between Rossendale and Manchester to two government ministers at Westminster. Labour's Andy MacNae raised the issue with exchequer secretary James Murray in the Budget debate and leader
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Celebrate the festive season with The Royal at Heysham
The Royal at Heysham – part of Daniel Thwaites – launches its selection of Christmas activities for 2024. From festive catch ups with friends, to romantic winter getaways, and excuses to get the whole family together, The Royal have planned you a Christmas
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Ongoing gas works will not disrupt Remembrance Parade as work "greatly reduced"
Gas works are set to continue in Oswaldtwistle but will cause minor disruption to the Remembrance services taking place this weekend. Cadent have been carrying out work on the pipes in the road near the war memorial since October 17 and will be
