Blackburn with Darwen news

• Blackpool 1-0 Rochdale

  16-02-2021 23:33 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Sullay Kaikai's well-taken first-half strike proves the difference as Blackpool edge out Rochdale 1-0 at Bloomfield Road.
  
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• Lancashire footballer in 'brutal' motor neurone disease fight

  16-02-2021 20:31 via bbc.co.uk
  
  George Melling has received messages of support from former Manchester United players.
  
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• Drug smugglers jailed after cocaine plot ended in North Sea rescue

  16-02-2021 19:39 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The men travelled across the North Sea for the drugs but had to be rescued on the return journey.
  
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• Have you been making pancakes for Shrove Tuesday? Share your photos with us!

  16-02-2021 19:15
  
  It's Shrove Tuesday, which can only mean one thing: delicious pancakes. And we want to see your photos!
  
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• Smugglers with £200k worth of cocaine in backpacks tried to jet ski across North Sea

  16-02-2021 18:56
  
  Two men have been jailed after their attempt to cross the North Sea on a jet ski with £200,000 of cocaine in a backpack ended in a rescue operation when they ran out of fuel.
  
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• Piers Morgan reveals Chris Eubank apologised to Michael Watson

  16-02-2021 18:27
  
  Piers Morgan said his interview with Chris Eubank next week involves one of the "most powerful moments" in Life Stories' history.
  
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• Darwen murder accused 'tortured woman with pet ferret'

  16-02-2021 18:24 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A woman tells a court Alan Edwards, who is accused of killing Susan Waring, attacked her several times.
  
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• Independent Whalley footwear brand Lanx channels Lancashire in designs

  16-02-2021 18:18
  
  An Italian grandfather gave Marco Vaghetti his glamorous-sounding name but when it came to launching his business, the Whalley man chose to honour his Lancashire roots.
  
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• Preston New Road Road reopened after two car smash

  16-02-2021 18:13
  
  A busy road is closed in both directions after a crash in Blackburn.
  
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• Preston New Road road closed in both directions after two car smash

  16-02-2021 18:13
  
  A busy road is closed in both directions after a crash in Blackburn.
  
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• Man accused of murdering Susan Waring from Darwen ‘tortured woman with pet ferret’

  16-02-2021 17:15
  
  The man accused of murdering Susan Waring from Darwen tortured another woman with his pet ferret, a court has heard.
  
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• Faryal Makhdoom posts hijab image to the delight of her fans

  16-02-2021 16:51
  
  Faryal Makhdoom Khan has posted a picture of herself wearing a headscarf and abaya to the delight of her fans.
  
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• Another 19 coronavirus deaths reported across county as East Lancashire's toll rises by seven

  16-02-2021 16:41
  
  Another seven coronavirus related deaths have been registered by East Lancashire hospitals over the last 24 hours.
  
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• Teenager taken to hospital after serious crash on Blackburn roundabout

  16-02-2021 16:32
  
  A teenager has been taken to hospital following a serious crash.
  
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• 1.7 million people added to Covid-19 shielding list in England

  16-02-2021 16:10
  
  For some people being added to the list it will now mean they will be prioritised for the Covid-19 vaccine.
  
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• Burnley: Investigation after Wynotham Street car fire

  16-02-2021 16:07
  
  AN INVESTIGATION is underway after a car fire in Burnley.
  
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• M6 closed in both directions due to multiple serious incidents

  16-02-2021 16:02
  
  A motorway has been closed and an air ambulance called following two serious crashes.
  
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• Issa Brothers: Blackburn-based EG Group founders announce completion of Asda deal

  16-02-2021 16:00
  
  THE ISSA Brothers have announced that they have completed their landmark takeover of shopping chain Asda.
  
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• Former Blackburn with Darwen Mayor told to quit as councillor - Lancashire Telegraph

  16-02-2021 15:42
  
  Former Blackburn with Darwen Mayor told to quit as councillor  Lancashire Telegraph
  
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• Former Blackburn with Darwen Mayor told to quit as councillor

  16-02-2021 15:42
  
  A FORMER Mayor should stand down as a councillor because of his breach of coronavirus restrictions a veteran colleague has said.
  
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• Daughter of the Dubai ruler Princess Latifa says she is being ‘held hostage in villa-prison’

  16-02-2021 15:38
  
  The daughter of the ruler of Dubai has accused her father of holding her hostage following attempts to flee the emirate, video messages to friends claim.
  
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• Katie Foulds: Concerns grow for missing Blackburn woman last seen in St Anne's

  16-02-2021 15:29
  
  AN APPEAL is underway for a missing 22-year-old woman.
  
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• Lee Mack and AJ Odudu discuss Blackburn on Would I Lie To You?

  16-02-2021 14:58
  
  The Blackburn celebs talked about the Lancashire accent, schools and local demolished buildings.
  
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• Pensioner airlifted to hospital following gas explosion at house

  16-02-2021 14:37
  
  A man has been air lifted to hospital following a gas explosion at a house.
  
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• Asda: How to buy a £6.8bn supermarket for £780m

  16-02-2021 14:36 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Asda has new owners - but they are borrowing £4bn to finance the deal. Will the debt burden be too great?
  
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• Pregnant mum-of-two from Rishton lucky to escape as kitchen goes up in flames destroying entire house

  16-02-2021 14:15
  
  A heavily pregnant mum-of-two has been left homeless after a fire ripped through her kitchen, destroying her entire house and all her family's possessions.
  
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• Pregnant mum-of-two from Rishton homeless after fire rips through house

  16-02-2021 14:15
  
  A heavily pregnant mum-of-two has been left homeless after a fire ripped through her kitchen, destroying her entire house and all her family's possessions.
  
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• Millions with inhaler-controlled asthma will have to continue to wait for vaccine

  16-02-2021 14:00
  
  PEOPLE with asthma that is under control will not be prioritised for the coronavirus vaccine.
  
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• Almost 4,000 WRONG Covid test results sent to Amazon workers

  16-02-2021 13:59
  
  THOUSANDS of Amazon workers across the country received the wrong Covid test results at the weekend, it has emerged.
  
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• 7 quirky tips and tricks to help you save more money this year

  16-02-2021 13:58
  
  Seven tips and tricks to save money including how to get free takeaway coffee and discounted takeaway food.
  
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• Framing Britney Spears documentary available to watch in UK

  16-02-2021 13:46
  
  The New York Times documentary, Framing Britney Spears, has been all over social media since its release on US streaming platform Hulu.
  
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• Lancashire football coach raped 12-year-old

  16-02-2021 13:05
  
  A 31-year-old has been handed a ten-year sentence after being found guilty of child rape.
  
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• X Factor star Grace Davies to release single after TikTok response

  16-02-2021 13:00
  
  THE X Factor star Grace Davies is releasing a new single after the success of a social media teaser.
  
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• The best walking holiday destinations in Northern England

  16-02-2021 13:00
  
  From the West Pennine Moors to the Yorkshire Dales, here are some of the best places in the North for a walking holiday.
  
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• Covid: Call to prioritise hard-hit Preston in vaccine rollout

  16-02-2021 12:53 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Preston is in the top 20 areas with the highest Covid-19 rates in England although cases are falling.
  
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• Ribble Valley: Land Rover stolen from Grindleton home

  16-02-2021 12:36
  
  A LAND Rover has been stolen from a home in Grindleton, Ribble Valley.
  
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• Lancashire football coach raped girl, 12

  16-02-2021 12:22
  
  A 31-year-old has been handed a ten-year sentence after being found guilty of child rape.
  
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• Gemma Atkinson's engagement ring estimated to be worth £12k

  16-02-2021 12:00
  
  ACTRESS and DJ Gemma Atkinson's engagement ring is estimated to be worth nearly £12,000.
  
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• Longridge: Man arrested for burglary after residents assist police

  16-02-2021 11:55
  
  A MAN has been arrested in Longridge on suspicion of burglary.
  
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• Week-on-week Covid deaths fall for first time since Christmas

  16-02-2021 11:37
  
  The number of weekly registered deaths involving coronavirus in England and Wales has fallen for the first time since Christmas, new data shows.
  
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• Travellers could face extra £1,200 on top of hotel quarantine bill

  16-02-2021 11:31
  
  TRAVELLERS in quarantine hotels face being hit with an additional £1,200 bill if they test positive for coronavirus, the Government has revealed.
  
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• Blackburn Corrie star Alex is excited about new storyline

  16-02-2021 11:30
  
  CORONATION STREET actor Alex Bain is “really excited” about new story for his character which could get him into trouble.
  
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• Blackburn Coronation Street star Alex excited about new storyline

  16-02-2021 11:30
  
  CORONATION STREET actor Alex Bain is “really excited” about new story for his character which could get him into trouble.
  
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• Police batons, knives and axe seized by police during drugs raid at Lancashire home

  16-02-2021 11:28
  
  Police batons, hunting knives and an axe were among a number of dangerous weapons seized by police during a drugs raid.
  
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• Coronavirus: Watch as police raid illegal nightclub and 'Covid Arms' pub

  16-02-2021 10:55
  
  POLICE disrupted an illegal nightclub and a makeshift pub dubbed 'The Covid Arms' over the weekend.
  
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• Coronavirus: 70 fines as police in disrupt illegal nightclub and 'Covid Arms' pub

  16-02-2021 10:55
  
  POLICE disrupted an illegal nightclub and a makeshift pub dubbed 'The Covid Arms' over the weekend.
  
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• Man taken to hospital after car flips onto roof in Clitheroe

  16-02-2021 10:27
  
  A MAN has been taken to hospital after the car he was in ended up on its roof in a crash.
  
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• Nelson: Lonsdale Road driver arrested after failing to stop for police

  16-02-2021 09:51
  
  A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of taking a vehicle without the owners' consent.
  
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• Colne: Warning as young people on bikes seen breaking lockdown rules around North Valley

  16-02-2021 09:30
  
  SEVERAL young people on bikes have been seen breaking lockdown regulations, with police issuing a warning to parents.
  
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• ITV crime drama The Bay set for third series as Marsha Thomason joins cast

  16-02-2021 09:26
  
  A HIT crime drama set in Lancashire is due to return for a third series.
  
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