Blackburn with Darwen news

• Ipswich Town vs Blackburn Rovers LIVE: Score updates from Portman Road

  17-01-2026 11:30 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Live updates as Blackburn Rovers travel to Ipswich Town in the Championship.
  
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• Third cannabis farm discovered in Clayton-le-Moors as police continue operation

  17-01-2026 10:30 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  A third East Lancashire cannabis farm was uncovered by Lancs Police on Friday, January 16.
  
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• Man charged after burglary from popular Barnoldswick pub

  17-01-2026 10:30 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  A man has been charged following an alleged burglary at a Barnoldswick pub.
  
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• Burglar jailed after stealing spree across Preston, including a padel court

  17-01-2026 10:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  A burglar who went on a stealing spree through Preston town centre, including breaking into a padel court facility, has been jailed.
  
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• Prolific charity box thief stole three times while on bail for previous thefts

  17-01-2026 07:49 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  A thief who repeatedly targeted charity boxes in shops faces a wait to find out what his sentence will be.
  
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• Thief with 160 convictions caught breaking into car hours after prison release

  17-01-2026 06:57 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Within hours of being released from custody, a Blackburn man with 160 previous convictions was caught attempting to break into a car.
  
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• Reform UK council accused of insulting care home residents over new budget plans

  17-01-2026 06:50 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Anger has been aimed at Lancashire County Council's Reform UK leadership after at-risk care homes were included in its latest budget plans.
  
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• Mugshots of burglars who targeted homes and businesses after prison escape released

  17-01-2026 06:15 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Mugshots have now been released of two men from Blackburn jailed for a series of burglaries committed after one of them walked out of prison
  
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• Warning issued as 'man wearing hoodie' steals charity box from mosque

  17-01-2026 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  The incident happened on Wednesday night at the Minhaj-ul-Quran.
  
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• Unit Four Cinema pulled down to make way for Broadway shops

  17-01-2026 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  This photo from February 1992 shows the framework going up for new shop units on the site of the former Unit Four Cinema on Broadway in Accrington town centre
  
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• TV favourite Kym Marsh loving discovering her dark side for Single White Female

  17-01-2026 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  "I think I'm in my villain era," says Kym Marsh with a suitably wicked laugh.
  
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• Town centre restaurant reopens following £300k renovations

  17-01-2026 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  The Dahna Lounge is located opposite the Reel Cinemas complex and has reopened to the public following a £300,000 redevelopment.
  
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• 'Super excited' - PappaRoti to open branch in Blackburn TODAY

  17-01-2026 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Cafe chain PappaRoti is set to open its newest branch in Blackburn this weekend - and you might be able to grab yourself a free sweet treat.
  
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• Subaru owners charity club presents £1,000 to Andy’s Man Club

  17-01-2026 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  The money was raised through a series of charity meets, where members make donations as part of the event.
  
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• Ribble Valley road to close for five days for electricity works

  17-01-2026 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  The road will be closed from its junction with George Lane to Church Street
  
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• New bid to tackle football matchday parking problems as consultants appointed

  17-01-2026 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  A specialist report has been commissioned into matchday parking around Ewood Park in the latest bid to tackle the chaos caused by Blackburn Rovers games
  
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• National pet retailer Jollyes to open new Lancashire store

  17-01-2026 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Jollyes, a national pet retailer, is opening a new store in Blackpool at Unit 1, CherryTree Retail Park
  
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• MP backs borough honour for Netflix star Dave Fishwick who ‘put town on map’

  17-01-2026 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  An MP is calling for Burnley businessman, Dave Fishwick, to be given the Freedom of the Borough
  
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• Mother of 10-year-old who was assaulted says incident 'killing his mental health'

  17-01-2026 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  The mother of a 10-year-old boy who was assaulted has said that the incident is “killing his mental health”.
  
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• MoneyHelper: What to do if a parent or relative has died doesn't leave a will

  17-01-2026 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  With over half of 50–64s lacking a will, North-West expert James Kelly points to MoneyHelper for free advice on managing estates
  
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• Manchester Airport unveils bar in transformed Terminal 2

  17-01-2026 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Fever-Tree has opened a new bar at Manchester Airport, marking a fresh expansion move for the premium mixer brand
  
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• How community is at heart of project offering free wellbeing activities

  17-01-2026 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  The Greater Good Project offers free creative wellbeing sessions across Rossendale and Burnley to reduce loneliness and improve mental health.
  
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• Finch Bakery hit back at ignorant trolls complaining about 'halal friendly' signs

  17-01-2026 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Great Harwood’s Finch Bakery has responded defiantly after receiving abusive messages over offering halal friendly bakes.
  
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• Family firms brews up success with new premises and 'coffee lab'

  17-01-2026 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  A family-run coffee business has moved into its newly-renovated office, with a modernised look and a “coffee lab”.
  
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• Escape to the country by calling this beautiful cottage with scenic views home

  17-01-2026 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Bigland Brow Cottage, a four-bedroom home on 1.1 acres in High Brow Edge, Backbarrow, Lake District, is for sale
  
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• Discover the 'gentle' Lancashire walk with waterfall views and a pub with open fires

  17-01-2026 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Cosy up at Euxton Mills, Chorley after a walk along the River Yarrow which includes some waterfall spotting.
  
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• Dad with dyslexia turns bedtime story into hit a children’s book

  17-01-2026 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Arron Taylor, a 38-year-old dad from Chorley with dyslexia, has defied the odds by publishing his debut children's book
  
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• Blackburn Rovers predicted team with Mathias Jorgensen dilemma

  17-01-2026 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Blackburn Rovers could hand Championship debuts to two of their new signings
  
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• Blackburn man fears 'danger tree' could fall on his house without immediate action

  17-01-2026 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  A Blackburn man has flagged concerns that a tree could come down on his house as it continues to lean towards his property
  
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• Award-winning Smashed Live teaches Lancashire pupils about alcohol risks

  17-01-2026 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Smashed Live is visiting 10 Lancashire secondary schools to educate pupils on the risks of underage drinking through live theatre and workshops.
  
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• Burnley Women boss Roberts ‘excited’ ahead of Manchester United FA Cup tie

  16-01-2026 21:30 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Burnley’s Adobe Women’s FA Cup journey continues with a trip to Women’s Super League side Manchester United on Sunday afternoon.
  
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• Man handed immediate prison sentence following arrest just two days ago

  16-01-2026 18:30 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Police were called to Rosegrove Lane on Wednesday following a report of a dispute between two men who knew each other.
  
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• Maya Jama breaks silence on ITV future after landing role on 'favourite' Netflix show

  16-01-2026 18:17 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Maya Jama has spoken out about her future as host of ITV reality show Love Island for the first time since landing an acting role on Netflix series The Gentlemen.
  
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• Car expert warns of the commonly believed speed camera myth that could see you fined

  16-01-2026 18:17 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  For many years, many motorists have believed that there is a “10 per cent +2 rule” when it comes to speed cameras
  
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• I did The Traitors Live Experience - and here’s what I thought

  16-01-2026 18:15 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  THE Traitors has to be one of the greatest reality TV shows ever created. Scheming, lying and betrayal are practically encouraged, and the London live experience delivers exactly that energy.
  
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• Ipswich Town boss' detailed verdict on 'tricky' Blackburn Rovers

  16-01-2026 18:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Blackburn Rovers travel to Portman Road on Saturday
  
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• Lancashire death notices and funeral announcements from the Lancashire Telegraph

  16-01-2026 17:53 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  The Lancashire Telegraph published 13 death notices last week
  
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• Lancashire tech success recognised in Sunday Times 100 ranking

  16-01-2026 17:44 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Fast-growing tech companies in Blackpool and Lancaster, Lancashire, have been featured in The Sunday Times 100 Tech list
  
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• Cheapest petrol and diesel prices in Blackburn and Burnley

  16-01-2026 17:39 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  We've compiled a list of the cheapest garages in, around or within reasonable driving distance to Blackburn and Burnley, according to petrolprices.com
  
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• Shoplifter banned from EVERY Aldi, Asda and Tesco store in Lancashire

  16-01-2026 17:32 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  The CBO was granted at Lancaster Magistrates' Court today and remains in place for the next five years.
  
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• Jury hears audio of 999 call defendant made from 'murder' scene on day three of trial

  16-01-2026 17:30 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  The jury in the trial over the alleged murder of Paul Scott heard audio of a 999 call made by one of the defendants in the minutes after he was stabbed.
  
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• What have your neighbours been up to? Latest planning applications in Lancashire

  16-01-2026 17:27 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Here are the latest planning applications validated or decided by Lancashire County Council
  
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• Funding available to support talent and well-being across Lancashire

  16-01-2026 17:09 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Ribble Valley Borough Council in Lancashire is offering grants through its sports and arts excellence scheme to support local talent and enhance community wellbeing
  
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• The Archers heading to Manchester to mark 75th anniversary

  16-01-2026 17:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  The Archers is heading to Manchester as part of a national tour, with the stage show The Archers: Live at 75 set to appear at the Palace Theatre
  
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• Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour coming to Manchester

  16-01-2026 17:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour brings fan-favourite stars and dancers to Manchester and arenas across the UK
  
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• New hospital opens to help ease NHS waiting times in Lancashire

  16-01-2026 17:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  A new hospital has officially opened its doors, promising to help reduce NHS waiting times in Lancashire.
  
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• EG Group to float on US market for $9 billion next week after leaving Blackburn

  16-01-2026 17:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  The EG Group is preparing to float on the US market for $9bn next week, following the business leaving Blackburn.
  
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• Community pantomime hailed 'magical achievement'

  16-01-2026 17:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Leyland’s community pantomime of Snow White, hosted at South Ribble Civic Centre by Key Unlocking Futures, drew praise for its production
  
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• Blackburn Rovers team news with fresh injury concern and one player back

  16-01-2026 17:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  The latest team news as Blackburn Rovers travel to face Ipswich Town
  
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• Blackburn Rovers' transfer plans and surprise Mathias Jorgensen revelation

  16-01-2026 15:56 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Blackburn Rovers will try to sign another striker this month
  
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