Blackburn with Darwen news

• Asda consider closing in-store bakeries, putting 1,200 jobs at risk

  14-04-2021 18:20
  
  Blackburn-owned supermarket chain Asda is in discussions about scrapping over 1,000 in-store bakery jobs.
  
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• Asda consider changing in-store bakery model, putting 1,200 jobs at risk

  14-04-2021 18:20
  
  Blackburn-owned supermarket chain Asda is in discussions about scrapping over 1,000 in-store bakery jobs.
  
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• ITV weather presenter Ruth Dodsworth's ex-husband jailed for years of abuse

  14-04-2021 17:46
  
  A TV weather presenter was stalked by her controlling husband who placed a tracking device on her car to check if she was having an affair.
  
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• The Lancashire areas that Aldi wants to build new stores in

  14-04-2021 17:45
  
  Aldi's looking to expand its stores in the coming years- and they want to open up new branches in Lancashire and the North West.
  
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• Meet the Khans: Big In Bolton - It is time to give Amir and Faryal a break

  14-04-2021 17:07
  
  When this aired we were braced for some shock discussions and keen to learn something new about Bolton boxer Amir Khan and his wife Faryal Makhdoom. After all, it has been a roller coaster of a ride since they got married.
  
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• Illegal dog tail-docking tools seized in Rossendale police raid

  14-04-2021 16:12 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Equipment used to illegally alter dogs' appearance for cosmetic reasons is confiscated by officers.
  
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• Care home staff across East Lancashire could be forced to have Covid jab under new proposals

  14-04-2021 16:08
  
  Care home staff in East Lancashire and across the country could be forced to get a coronavirus vaccine as a condition of deployment to protect elderly residents, the Government has said.
  
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• North West National Trust sites with links to slavery and colonialism

  14-04-2021 15:00
  
  Here are some of the North West National Trust buildings with links to colonialism and racism.
  
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• Rovers pick up regional community award for pandemic projects

  14-04-2021 14:54
  
  Blackburn Rovers have been recognised as one of the regional winners of the Your Move Community Club of the Year.
  
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• Man on run from police after skipping court in relation to teenager's stabbing

  14-04-2021 14:43
  
  A man who failed to appear at court in relation to the stabbing of a teenage boy last year is wanted by police.
  
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• Six men and teenage boy arrested following fight with bats and machetes

  14-04-2021 14:23
  
  Seven people have been arrested following a fight which saw a group of men wielding bats and machetes in a public car park.
  
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• EFL Day of Action: How Preston North End are engaging with local Muslim community

  14-04-2021 14:10 via bbc.co.uk
  
  BBC Sport talks to those at Preston North End who are forging a link with the local Muslim community during Ramadan.
  
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• Police car set on fire in Colne as officer took person to hospital

  14-04-2021 13:54
  
  A POLICE car was deliberately set on fire in the dead of night – while the officer responsible for it looked after a vulnerable member of the public.
  
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• Woman spoken out after being spat on by youths at castle

  14-04-2021 12:30
  
  A woman has spoken out after a group of youths spat on her at Clitheroe Castle.
  
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• Woman speaks out after being spat on by youths at castle

  14-04-2021 12:30
  
  A woman has spoken out after a group of youths spat on her at Clitheroe Castle.
  
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• Every Peaky Blinders filming locations in the North West

  14-04-2021 12:30
  
  We have made an interactive map detailing BBC's Peaky Blinders filming locations across the North West.
  
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• No support from council for unitary authority in north of Lancashire

  14-04-2021 12:21
  
  Councillors have voted not to support a proposal to create a unitary authority which would merge parts of north Lancashire with Cumbria.
  
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• Sainsbury's issue urgent Hepatitis A warning to all customers

  14-04-2021 10:59
  
  The item has been removed from the Sainsbury’s website and point of sale notices will be displayed in all stores across the UK.
  
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• Rishton man to appear in court following investigation into illegal puppy selling gang

  14-04-2021 10:56
  
  Six people, including one from East Lancashire, have been summonsed to appear before magistrates for their involvement in a puppy selling operation.
  
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• Plans for 500 homes in villages across Chorley REJECTED

  14-04-2021 10:55
  
  PROPOSALS to build more than 500 homes in villages across Chorley on land not currently earmarked for development have been rejected by councillors, amid warnings about their potential impact on the borough’s greenbelt.
  
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• Fourth £7,500 grant for East Lancashire's Covid-hit self-employed available this month

  14-04-2021 10:45
  
  Self-employed people across East Lancashire can breathe a sigh of relief this month as the Self-Employment Income Support Scheme 4 grant opens for applications.
  
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• Retired landlord of the Corner Pin Pub's huge thanks to shopper

  14-04-2021 09:57
  
  THE people of Ramsbottom really are the salt of the earth ­— just ask well-known former local publican Jim Cunliffe who just days after moving back to the town had his shopping paid for when his debit card was declined.
  
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• Retired landlord of the Corner Pin Pub, huge thanks to shopper

  14-04-2021 09:57
  
  THE people of Ramsbottom really are the salt of the earth ­— just ask well-known former local publican Jim Cunliffe who just days after moving back to the town had his shopping paid for when his debit card was declined.
  
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• Aldi issues warning over 30-day delays to Specialbuy products

  14-04-2021 09:44
  
  The 400-metre long Ever Given ship became stuck lengthways across the vital shipping route due to strong winds.
  
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• The simple mistake that could be costing you hundreds on your car insurance

  14-04-2021 09:43
  
  Despite lockdown restrictions, the number of drivers with penalty points only fell by 3% annually in March.
  
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• Meghan Markle 'ready to forgive' Royal Family after Prince Philip's death

  14-04-2021 09:42
  
  Meghan Markle has not travelled to the UK and has remained in California after she was not given medical clearance by her doctor to travel.
  
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• Tesco divides customers with controversial message to shoppers

  14-04-2021 09:41
  
  Tesco shared its support for pubs having remained open as an essential retailer throughout the pandemic. 
  
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• Nine fault-ridden taxis taken off the roads in Burnley

  14-04-2021 08:56
  
  TEN private hire vehicles were checked during an operation into the safety of taxis – and every vehicle was found to have a fault.
  
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• Dog docking tools seized as warrant executed in Rossendale

  14-04-2021 08:50
  
  ITEMS which are used to cruelly alter the appearance of dogs have been seized after a warrant was executed.
  
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• Stolen BMW dumped on Burnley street

  14-04-2021 08:36
  
  A BMW which had been abandoned on a residential street in Burnley turned out to be stolen.
  
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• Uninsured car seized and driver reported for offences

  14-04-2021 08:31
  
  A CAR which was being driven without insurance was seized and its drivers reported.
  
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• Heightened police presence in Buckshaw Village

  14-04-2021 08:26
  
  MORE officers are on patrol in a town due to a spike in anti-social behaviour.
  
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• Surge in demand sees Matrix247 notch up first acquisition

  14-04-2021 07:12
  
  Haslingden-based Matrix247, a telecoms and mobile solutions provider, has acquired Task Office Systems.
  
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• In the shadows at Blackburn's new shopping centre car park

  14-04-2021 07:00
  
  THE concrete columns, the dark spaces - all instantly recognisable to anyone who used Blackburn shopping centre’s new car park - pictured here shortly after it opened in 1967.
  
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• Blackburn with Darwen's anti-social behaviour hotspots - Lancashire Telegraph

  14-04-2021 07:00
  
  Blackburn with Darwen's anti-social behaviour hotspots  Lancashire Telegraph
  
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• Blackburn with Darwen’s anti-social behaviour hotspots

  14-04-2021 07:00
  
  We have tracked Blackburn with Darwen roads with the highest number of anti-social behaviour reports in 2020- is yours on the list?
  
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• E Lancs children's play centre boss blasted by judge for drink-driving

  14-04-2021 06:56
  
  POLICE who spotted a vehicle being driven at high speed on Manchester Road, Accrington, turned round and gave chase.
  
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• Danger driver narrowly missed group of children on pavement

  14-04-2021 06:51
  
  A MAN has appeared before Blackburn magistrates charged in connection with a high speed police chase in Burnley on Friday.
  
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• New electronic patient records system for E Lancs hospitals

  14-04-2021 06:45
  
  A COMPREHENSIVE electronic patient records system is being rolled out in East Lancashire hospitals.
  
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• Non-resident spat at hostel worker after he refused her cup of tea request

  14-04-2021 06:20
  
  A FORMER resident at the Salvation Army hostel in Blackburn spat at a member of staff when he refused to give her a cup of tea or let her use the toilet.
  
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• Secret Santa launch project to give 300 children a gift for Eid

  14-04-2021 06:15
  
  A community interest company has launched a goal to provide over 300 gifts to disadvantaged Muslim children this Eid.
  
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• Who is standing in the county elections this year? Full list of East Lancashire's candidates

  14-04-2021 06:00
  
  A full list of candidates standing in the upcoming Lancashire County Council elections has now been published.
  
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• Plans to remove phone box from outside Hyndburn library, but BT say it could be yours - for just £1

  14-04-2021 06:00
  
  People are being asked their views about the removal of a payphone next to a public library.
  
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• Music promoter's bid to bring back Tony’s Empress Ballroom in Blackburn

  14-04-2021 06:00
  
  A MUSIC promoter has started a campaign to reopen iconic Blackburn venue Tony’s Empress Ballroom.
  
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• Letter: Using Blackburn mosque as Covid centre is right move

  14-04-2021 06:00
  
  I found it refreshing to read the article (LT 10.04.21) which informed readers that Covid vaccinations will be offered at the Masjid E Saliheen Mosque in Blackburn.
  
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• Hyndburn Council will plant one oak tree for every 5,000 people who have Covid jab

  14-04-2021 06:00
  
  A council has pledged to plant one oak tree for every 5,000 people who take the Covid vaccine.
  
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• Darwen teacher publishes book about a beloved teddy bear

  14-04-2021 06:00
  
  A PRIMARY school teacher has become a hit with children after writing her second book about a lost teddy bear.
  
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• Colne: Disabled man says he has lost privacy and been abused due to building works

  14-04-2021 06:00
  
  A DISABLED man says he was verbally abused by workmen when he complained that building works near his home have invaded his privacy.
  
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• Cement works bosses refute claims by Clitheroe residents that smoke is 'poisoning town'

  14-04-2021 06:00
  
  Residents in the Ribble Valley have raised concerns about air pollution levels in one of their towns which they claim are being made worse by a cement works.
  
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• Blackburn woman attacked neighbour and threatened police

  14-04-2021 06:00
  
  A WOMAN who wasn't happy with the police response to a complaint she made about her neighbour took matters into her own hands.
  
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