Blackburn with Darwen news

• Tommy Docherty: Former Man Utd and Scotland boss dies

  31-12-2020 18:44 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Former Manchester United and Scotland manager Tommy Docherty dies at the age of 92 following a long illness.
  
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• Former Preston North End boss Docherty dies

  31-12-2020 18:44 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Former Manchester United and Scotland manager Tommy Docherty dies at the age of 92 following a long illness.
  
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• Another 23 dead in Lancashire's hospitals as coronavirus cases continue to rise

  31-12-2020 18:08
  
  Another 23 people have lost their lives due to the coronavirus at hospitals across Lancashire.
  
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• Coronavirus: Businesses 'devastated' by New Year's Eve tier 4 move

  31-12-2020 17:39 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Businesses which would usually be preparing for New Year's Eve parties are having to remain closed.
  
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• Ron Atkins: UK's longest living former MP dies aged 104

  31-12-2020 17:12 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Ron Atkins "devoted his life to Labour" and was "driven by making the world better", says his wife.
  
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• Man arrested after Accrington barber 'refuses to close' under new Tier 4 restrictions

  31-12-2020 16:48
  
  A man has been arrested after a hair salon owner allegedly refused to close under Tier 4 restrictions.
  
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• Manchester's Nightingale hospital being made ready for use as Covid patient numbers rise

  31-12-2020 16:19
  
  Nightingale hospitals across England are being “readied” for use if needed as the NHS say Covid patient numbers are on the rise.
  
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• Quarter of recent Covid cases in Manchester are of new strain - could Lancashire be heading the same way?

  31-12-2020 16:02
  
  A quarter of new cases of Covid-19 in Greater Manchester are of the new variant, the region’s mayor has said, but preparations for mass vaccinations are well underway.
  
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• Blackburn takeaway 16th Street shuts after breaching planning rules

  31-12-2020 16:01
  
  A Blackburn takeaway will be shut most of January pending a review after breaching planning rules.
  
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• Fleetwood Town: Covid-hit club call off next two League One matches

  31-12-2020 15:41 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Fleetwood Town call off their next two matches - against Ipswich and Sunderland - after "several" positive Covid-19 tests.
  
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• Blackburn neighbours will host doorstep disco to see in the New Year

  31-12-2020 14:36
  
  A group of neighbours are planning a dance party from their doorsteps to welcome in the New Year.
  
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• Lancashire GPs to be offered £10 for every care home resident they vaccinate

  31-12-2020 13:59
  
  GPs are being offered £10 for every care home resident they vaccinate in a drive by NHS England to reach the majority of those deemed top priority by the end of January.
  
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• Abandoned rabbit rescued from Blackburn park dies

  31-12-2020 13:16
  
  A RABBIT which was found abandoned in a cardboard box in Blackburn has died.
  
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• Murder charges after man found unconscious on Blackburn street

  31-12-2020 12:56 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Nigel Scott, 58, was discovered unconscious on the pavement in Blackburn on Sunday morning.
  
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• Plea to dispose of batteries properly after bin lorry catches fire

  31-12-2020 12:38
  
  A PLEA has been issued, asking residents to properly dispose of batteries after a bin lorry caught fire this morning.
  
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• Plea to dispose of batteries properly after bin fire catches fire

  31-12-2020 12:38
  
  A PLEA has been issued, asking residents to properly dispose of batteries after a bin lorry caught fire this morning.
  
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• Bin lorry fire in Burnley under investigation

  31-12-2020 12:38
  
  AN INVESTIGATION has been launched after a bin lorry caught fire this morning.
  
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• Killed Burnley biker, 22, 'couldn't wait to be a dad', says girlfriend

  31-12-2020 12:02 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Lewis Taylor was looking forward to the birth of their child when he died in a crash, says girlfriend.
  
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• John Coleman: Accrington Stanley boss says season must be extended

  31-12-2020 12:00 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Accrington Stanley boss John Coleman says the 2020-21 season must be extended - after having six games postponed so far by Covid-19.
  
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• Two charged with Nigel Scott murder

  31-12-2020 10:58
  
  TWO PEOPLE have been charged with the murder of Nigel Scott.
  
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• Is East Lancashire heading for 'Tier 5' lockdown?

  31-12-2020 10:50
  
  A GOVERNMENT source has suggested Tier 5 restrictions could be introduced to parts of the country in the New Year to curb the rate of infection.
  
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• Poaching increase sees more patrols in Pendle

  31-12-2020 10:45
  
  POLICE have increased patrols after receiving more reports of poaching in Pendle.
  
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• Council warning residents not to over-use grit bins as some are empty - Lancashire Telegraph

  31-12-2020 10:33
  
  Council warning residents not to over-use grit bins as some are empty  Lancashire Telegraph
  
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• Council warning Blackburn with Darwen residents not to over-use grit bins - Lancashire Telegraph

  31-12-2020 10:33
  
  Council warning Blackburn with Darwen residents not to over-use grit bins  Lancashire Telegraph
  
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• Council warning Blackburn with Darwen residents not to over-use grit bins

  31-12-2020 10:33
  
  WARNINGS are being issued to residents in Blackburn with Darwen about using grit bins more than usual.
  
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• 'Covid loves a crowd': Warning for people in Lancashire to stay home on New Year's Eve

  31-12-2020 10:31
  
  People planning to celebrate New Year’s Eve have been warned they must leave the parties for later next year as 'Covid loves a crowd'.
  
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• Tributes to well loved dad-to-be who died in Burnley bike crash

  31-12-2020 09:45
  
  TRIBUTES have been made to a 'well loved' dad-to-be who died in a motorbike crash two days before Christmas.
  
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• East Lancashire's children will return to school on Monday

  31-12-2020 09:44
  
  EAST Lancashire’s primary school children will return to the classroom on Monday as planned, it has been revealed.
  
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• More snow predicted on New Years Eve

  31-12-2020 09:33
  
  SNOW AND ICE warnings will stay in place today, finishing the year on a frosty note.
  
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• Stolen puppies returned to their mum by police

  31-12-2020 09:19
  
  EIGHT PUPPIES and an adult dog have been returned to their owner after being stolen last night.
  
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• Fines should be issued to those travelling 'without good cause'

  31-12-2020 09:16
  
  Fines should be issued to people travelling around the country “without good cause”, ministers have been told.
  
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• Appeal launched for missing man from Blackburn

  31-12-2020 09:01
  
  AN APPEAL has been launched after a Blackburn man has gone missing.
  
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• Burnley takeover: ALK Capital completes deal by buying 84% controlling stake

  31-12-2020 07:55 via bbc.co.uk
  
  American investment group ALK Capital completes its takeover of Burnley, buying an 84% stake in the Premier League club.
  
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• Everything for the office was at the Blackburn Typewriter Co

  31-12-2020 07:00
  
  THIS has to be one of our favourite photos that we have found in the archive for some time. It was taken in 1956 for an advertising feature for the Blackburn Typewriter Co, which was based on King William Street.
  
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• Disorderly man was so drunk police had to prop him up

  31-12-2020 06:25
  
  POLICE were called after a man outstayed his welcome at his girlfriend's house.
  
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• Woman had to flee barefoot when jealous ex turned up at house

  31-12-2020 06:14
  
  A WOMAN had to run from her house barefoot after her jealous ex turned up and started kicking at the back door.
  
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• 'Third wave of Covid is coming to Lancashire' says health boss

  31-12-2020 06:08
  
  It now looks certain that we will see a third wave of Covid-19 – probably peaking in early February.
  
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• COLUMN: 'Third wave of Covid is coming to Lancashire'

  31-12-2020 06:08
  
  It now looks certain that we will see a third wave of Covid-19 – probably peaking in early February.
  
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• What Burnley fans need to know about new chairman Alan Pace

  31-12-2020 06:00
  
  Alan Pace is the new name on the lips of Burnley fans after ALK Capital completed their Turf Moor takeover.
  
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• United Utilities branded 'absolutely disgraceful' as Billington left with no water once again

  31-12-2020 06:00
  
  People across East Lancashire were left fuming after being left with no water once again, on what was one of the coldest nights of the year.
  
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• Tributes to 'brilliant' mum of twins Silhesha Sunderland, 22

  31-12-2020 06:00
  
  FRIENDS and family have paid tribute to a “kind-hearted, brilliant” mother of twins from Horwich following her death aged 22.
  
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• Tier 4's 'devastating blow' as council pledge full support for Blackburn businesses

  31-12-2020 06:00
  
  Businesses in East Lancashire are facing even more heartache as Tier 4 restrictions, which came into place at midnight on Wednesday, are forcing many non-essential shops to close once more.
  
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• New Year's Honours: OBE awarded to former Blackburn with Darwen children's services leader Linda Clegg - Lancashire Telegraph

  31-12-2020 06:00
  
  New Year's Honours: OBE awarded to former Blackburn with Darwen children's services leader Linda Clegg  Lancashire Telegraph
  
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• New Year's Honours: OBE awarded to former Blackburn with Darwen children's services leader Linda Clegg

  31-12-2020 06:00
  
  A FORMER head of children's services at Blackburn with Darwen Council has been honoured with an OBE.
  
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• New Year's Honours: Longridge Church Lads and Church Girls Brigades volunteer David Hartley receives MBE

  31-12-2020 06:00
  
  A COMMITTED volunteer of 40 years standing has been awarded an MBE for services to young people.
  
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• New Year's Honours: Brakes employee Ricky Sercombe awarded MBE

  31-12-2020 06:00
  
  AN EMPLOYEE of food distribution company Brakes has been awarded an MBE for services to vulnerable people during the pandemic.
  
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• From women urinating in the street to men sprinkling 'pubic hairs' onto food - the 19 most bizarre stories of 2020

  31-12-2020 06:00
  
  It's safe to say that 2020 has been a funny old year.
  
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• Cat owner's New Year fireworks plea after beloved pet died

  31-12-2020 06:00
  
  ANIMAL lovers are being urged to prepare their pets for New Year’s Eve after a woman’s cat died last year in a firework scare.
  
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• Burnley's takeover by American company ALK Capital complete

  31-12-2020 01:34
  
  BURNLEY Football Club is entering “a new era” after American sports and media investment company ALK Capital completed a £200million takeover.
  
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