Blackburn with Darwen news

• Prince Philip: Duke's memorable carriage ride over Morecambe Bay

  12-04-2021 22:02 via bbc.co.uk
  
  In May 1985, Prince Philip crossed the bay at low tide expertly accompanied by Cedric Robinson.
  
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• Covid: Lockdown easing 'lifts everyone's spirits'

  12-04-2021 18:43 via bbc.co.uk
  
  From haircuts to a pint in the pub, people in the North West make the most of the lockdown easing.
  
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• Shoppers flock to Primark as non-essential retail welcomes customers back

  12-04-2021 18:36
  
  As non-essential retail opened back again today, fashion giant Primark appeared to be one of the busiest shops in Blackburn.
  
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• Shoppers flock to Blackburn Primark as non-essential retail reopens

  12-04-2021 18:36
  
  As non-essential retail opened back again today, fashion giant Primark appeared to be one of the busiest shops in Blackburn.
  
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• 'Busy but good' - 11 photos from Blackburn as lockdown eases

  12-04-2021 18:30
  
  Shops, pubs, and hairdressers all flung their doors open today for the first time in three and a half months.
  
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• Ramadan in quarantine: Arrangements made for Halal meals at sunrise and sunset

  12-04-2021 17:44
  
  Passengers who must stay in hotels to quarantine for ten days after arriving from a ‘red list’ country have been told they will be served meals at sunrise and sunset.
  
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• Ramadan in a quarantine: Arrangements made for Halal meals at sunrise and sunset

  12-04-2021 17:44
  
  Passengers who must stay in hotels to quarantine for ten days after arriving from a ‘red list’ country have been told they will be served meals at sunrise and sunset.
  
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• Covid: Blackpool tourism's £1m boost for recovery

  12-04-2021 17:41 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The town's council announces a pot of cash to help businesses bounce back from the Covid-19 pandemic.
  
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• Defendant 'kicked, punched and stamped on head' of 65-year-old Oswaldtwistle man, murder trial hears

  12-04-2021 17:35
  
  Prosecutors have told the jury in a murder trial that a 65-year-old man died in hospital on Valentine's Day due to the severity of his injuries, after his head and face were kicked and stamped on in a drunken, violent assault.
  
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• 'It was a brilliant idea': First mosque in Lancashire acts as Covid jab clinic

  12-04-2021 17:31
  
  A MOSQUE offered coronavirus vaccinations to people across Blackburn and Darwen.
  
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• First Ramadan fasts will be on Tuesday and Wednesday

  12-04-2021 15:45
  
  Several Muslim countries are set to begin Ramadan on Tuesday 13 April, whilst others will begin on Wednesday.
  
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• First Ramadan fast will be Tuesday in some Muslim countries

  12-04-2021 15:45
  
  Several Muslim countries are set to begin Ramadan on Tuesday 13 April.
  
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• First Ramadan fast will be Tuesday 13 April in several Muslim countries

  12-04-2021 15:45
  
  Several Muslim countries are set to begin Ramadan on Tuesday 13 April.
  
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• Morrisons praised over 'exciting' free giveaway in UK stores

  12-04-2021 15:00
  
  The sunflower seeds will be offered to customers in packs of ten by checkout colleagues.
  
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• You could face £70 fine for parking outside of your home under new laws

  12-04-2021 14:59
  
  The law change could be coming into place to maximise safety of journeys of disabled and visually impaired pedestrians.
  
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• TV Licence: Brits issued urgent warning over licence holder scam

  12-04-2021 14:58
  
  The scam is the latest in a long line of fraudulent attempts to cheat people out of cash throughout lockdown.
  
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• Nearly 100 cannabis plants found as warrant executed in Brierfield

  12-04-2021 13:07
  
  NEARLY 100 cannabis plants were found by officers executing a warrant.
  
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• Burnley: Rosegrove Junction scheme near M65 set to finish this week

  12-04-2021 13:05
  
  A SCHEME to reduce traffic queues at a major East Lancashire junction is due to be completed this week.
  
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• Bus service to take people to Rivington launches

  12-04-2021 12:39
  
  NEXT stop Rivington!
  
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• Police want to speak to this man about a stabbing in Blackburn

  12-04-2021 12:27
  
  DETECTIVES investigating a stabbing wish to speak to a man in connection with the incident.
  
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• Ched Evans: Preston North End striker signs new two-year deal

  12-04-2021 12:23 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Striker Ched Evans signs a new deal with Preston North End which will run until the summer of 2023.
  
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• Council announces £1million investment to kick-start tourism in town

  12-04-2021 12:09
  
  A council has unveiled a £1m package to kick-start the town’s tourism economy.
  
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• Lancashire's weekly weather forecast as beer gardens reopen

  12-04-2021 12:00
  
  Heading to a pub garden or restaurant this week? We have summarised this week's weather predictions in Lancashire.
  
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• Our readers photos of their prize animals for International Pets Day

  12-04-2021 11:55
  
  WE asked our readers to send in their top photographs of their prize animals to celebrate International Pets Day and we have been amazed by the response.
  
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• Murder trial of Stuart Newton, killed in Oswaldtwistle flat, begins at Preston Crown Court

  12-04-2021 11:48
  
  The murder trial of a 65-year-old man who died after being found in his flat with head injuries is set to begin today.
  
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• Stunning views of countryside

  12-04-2021 11:31
  
  IF you have ever fancied an escape to the country well this wonderful five bedroom home between Egerton and Bromley Cross could be your next step on the property for you.
  
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• Updates from Blackburn as shops, pubs and hairdressers reopen

  12-04-2021 11:29
  
  - A further easing of lockdown restrictions takes place today - Stage two of Boris Johnson’s road map out of lockdown begins - Outdoor hospitality returns meaning people will be able to enjoy outdoor beer gardens and restaurants - Non-essential retailers will reopen their doors to customers
  
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• Live updates from Blackburn as shops, pubs and hairdressers reopen

  12-04-2021 11:29
  
  - A further easing of lockdown restrictions takes place today - Stage two of Boris Johnson’s road map out of lockdown begins - Outdoor hospitality returns meaning people will be able to enjoy outdoor beer gardens and restaurants - Non-essential retailers will reopen their doors to customers
  
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• Police message as lockdown eases and pubs reopen

  12-04-2021 11:20
  
  A SENIOR police officer is urging people to be sensible and safe as lockdown is eased across the country.
  
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• Government face-to-face meetings ruling met with concern across Lancashire

  12-04-2021 11:11
  
  A government decision that could force councils to return to face-to-face meetings from next month has been met with criticism and concern across much of Lancashire.
  
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• The rules you will need to follow if you are visiting the pub from today

  12-04-2021 10:34
  
  If you are planning on braving the colder weather to visit your local beer garden from today, there will be a number of rules in place.
  
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• Primark: Blackburn and Burnley branches reopen

  12-04-2021 10:34
  
  PRIMARK has reopened its branches in East Lancashire along with all of its 161 stores in England and Wales today.
  
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• Air ambulance called to accident on Haslingden Road

  12-04-2021 10:13
  
  PARAMEDICS, firefighters and police are at the scene of a bad crash which has forced the closure of a road this morning.
  
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• 50p Costa Coffee hot drinks offer for 50th birthday this week

  12-04-2021 09:59
  
  COSTA Coffee will mark its 50th birthday by offering customers in East Lancashire any of its hot-drinks for just 50p.
  
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• This is the Prime Minister's message as lockdown is eased in England

  12-04-2021 08:33
  
  Boris Johnson has urged the nation to “behave responsibly” when pub gardens reopen and restaurants resume outdoor dining in a major easing of England’s coronavirus lockdown.
  
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• Teen left with serious injuries after gang attack with hammer

  12-04-2021 08:25
  
  AN appeal has been launched after a 17-year-old was assaulted with a hammer.
  
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• Child left with injuries following Witton Park assualt

  12-04-2021 08:11
  
  A CHILD was assaulted close to a park before his bike was stolen.
  
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• Child rescued after fall near Jamestone Quarry

  12-04-2021 07:55
  
  A CHILD had to be rescued after they slipped and fell while out walking.
  
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• Great view of Blackburn Station in the Eighties

  12-04-2021 07:03
  
  The main entrance to Blackburn Station leading on to the Boulevard pictured around 1986.
  
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• Gyms also back after lockdown

  12-04-2021 06:45
  
  A gym has changed its entire business model to allow them to re-open as lockdown lifts.
  
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• Coding workshop scholarships available for underrepresented and disadvantaged in tech industry

  12-04-2021 06:45
  
  A coding workshop is offering scholarships to disadvantaged and underrepresented people in the computing world.
  
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• Blackburn gym changes entire business model to allow re-opening

  12-04-2021 06:45
  
  A gym has changed its entire business model to allow them to re-open as lockdown lifts.
  
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• Hairdressers welcome clients back to the chair

  12-04-2021 06:15
  
  The hair and beauty industry returns today after more than three months with many salons fully booked for weeks.
  
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• Emotions run high as regulars return to East Lancs pub beer gardens

  12-04-2021 06:15
  
  Emotions will be running high at pubs today as landlords and landladies will be welcoming customers ­— some they will be seeing again for the first time in more than a year.
  
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• Villagers remain on guard over Blackburn Rovers' Brockhall plans

  12-04-2021 06:00
  
  AN ACTION group has celebrated controversial plans to sell land in their village being shelved – but have vowed to remain on guard over concerns proposals will be revived.
  
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• PM+M: Boost for Blackburn accountants with 15 new firms joining client list

  12-04-2021 06:00
  
  ONE of Blackburn's most prominent accountancy firms has announced a major boost to the business with 15 new clients joining.
  
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• Owner of Blackburn comic store To The Batcave delighted to be back

  12-04-2021 06:00
  
  AN independent comic store owner says he is looking forward to welcoming back his regular customers.
  
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• Muffin man aims to tantalise Blackburn's tastebuds

  12-04-2021 06:00
  
  Do you know The Muffin Man?
  
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• Letter: Proposed none hate crime legislation is disturbing

  12-04-2021 06:00
  
  The letter by Libertarian about mysogyny now being classed as a hate crime, prompted me to look further into the matter and what I found is extremely alarming.
  
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• IN4.0 Group: Blackburn entrepreneur partners with Amazon Web Services to support new tech opportunities

  12-04-2021 06:00
  
  A BLACKBURN born entrepreneur has partnered with Amazon Web Services to help unemployed and underemployed people launch careers in cloud technology.
  
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