Blackburn with Darwen news

• M65 reopened in both directions near Junction 5

  15-04-2021 20:06
  
  The M65 has reopened in both directions near Junction 5, Blackburn.
  
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• M65 closed in both directions near Junction 5 Shadsworth

  15-04-2021 20:06
  
  The M65 is closed in both directions at Junction 5, Blackburn.
  
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• County Championship: Lancashire keep Northamptonshire in check on day one

  15-04-2021 19:49 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Josh Bohannon makes 68 but regular wickets keep Lancashire in check on day one against Northants.
  
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• Prince Philip’s funeral guest list revealed – The 30 people attending

  15-04-2021 19:35
  
  The Queen had the difficult choice of selecting just 30 guests for the Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral.
  
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• ‘I opened my Ramadan fast with leftover food’ says guest staying in quarantine hotel

  15-04-2021 17:30
  
  A BLACKBURN man who is staying in a quarantine hotel following a visit to Pakistan says he is eating left over food to open his fast.
  
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• Greggs food hygiene ratings in Blackburn with Darwen revealed - Lancashire Telegraph

  15-04-2021 17:15
  
  Greggs food hygiene ratings in Blackburn with Darwen revealed  Lancashire Telegraph
  
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• Greggs food hygiene ratings in Blackburn with Darwen revealed

  15-04-2021 17:15
  
  Most Blackburn with Darwen Greggs branches received a 5/5 rating- others failed to achieve a perfect rating.
  
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• Tesco is replacing your food items with iPhones, Airpods and Samsung tablets

  15-04-2021 17:09
  
  Shoppers have been sharing their amazing substitutions on social media.
  
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• Cartford Bridge: 'Driven' person wanted as new toll-keeper

  15-04-2021 16:52 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A person who "must be willing to work outdoors" is being sought to run a rural toll bridge.
  
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• Charity shops expecting increased donation as lockdown lifts

  15-04-2021 16:00
  
  Charity and not-for-profit company shops have re-opened their doors with many dropping bags of donations to help them get up and running again.
  
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• East Lancashire’s most dangerous roads for cyclists

  15-04-2021 13:00
  
  Using Crash Map, we can reveal the accident hotspots in East Lancashire for cyclists.
  
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• Victoria Cross: 'Inspiring' WW1 messenger's medal sold for £248,000

  15-04-2021 11:55 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Pte James Towers' medal, received for his bravery delivering orders under fire, sells for £248,000.
  
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• Busy Colne road closed following serious crash

  15-04-2021 10:24
  
  A BUSY road has been closed following a serious crash.
  
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• Blackburn road near school closed to traffic

  15-04-2021 10:23
  
  A Blackburn road has been closed to traffic due to roadworks.
  
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• Teachers at E Lancs boarding school begin six day strike in pension row

  15-04-2021 10:15
  
  Teachers at a historical boarding school in the Ribble Valley are striking over pension disagreement.
  
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• Owner of Roberto's in Blackburn in court over drugs conspiracy

  15-04-2021 10:00
  
  A BUSINESSMAN has appeared at court charged with conspiracy to supply cocaine and cannabis.
  
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• Police investigate upskirting of teenage girls in Waterfoot

  15-04-2021 09:59
  
  THE identity of a man is being sought after several reports were made to police about teenage girls being photographed at a bus stop.
  
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• Driver of black Audi ran away from officers in Darwen

  15-04-2021 07:42
  
  THE driver of a black Audi ran away from officers who had concerns over the vehicle’s insurance.
  
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• Blackburn Mosque aiming to raise £800,000 to fund major renovations

  15-04-2021 07:08
  
  One of the oldest mosques in Blackburn has launched a Ramadan campaign to help raise £800,000 to help with major renovations.
  
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• Photos of Blackburn win top international award

  15-04-2021 07:01 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Craig Easton wins Sony Photographer of the Year award with photos on community representation in Blackburn.
  
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• Lord Nelson and its OBJ sign was a real Blackburn landmark

  15-04-2021 07:01
  
  Once one of the most familiar sights in Blackburn - the curved frontage of the Lord Nelson pub complete with giant OBJ sign on the front.
  
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• Five things East Lancastrians can do to manage our higher Covid risk as lockdown lifts

  15-04-2021 06:51
  
  COLUMN - By Professor Dominic Harrison, Blackburn with Darwen public health director
  
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• Which 20 celebrities have the most soothing voices to fall asleep to?

  15-04-2021 06:33
  
  It seems these celebrities help us fall asleep whilst listening to music, celebrity podcasts and audiobooks.
  
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• Indigo announced as gold patron for Pendleside Hospice

  15-04-2021 06:30
  
  Pendleside Hospice is delighted that Indigo Financial Advice has chosen to support the Hospice as a Gold Patron.
  
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• Letter: If you want a comedian in No.10 - vote for Peter Kay

  15-04-2021 06:03
  
  RECENT concerns about possible side effects of the AstraZeneca vaccine shouldn’t detract from the excellent work done by those who developed the vaccine and the great people who are involved in rolling out the programme.
  
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• Tributes as former Cobble Group CEO Geoffrey Livesey dies

  15-04-2021 06:00
  
  A GIANT of Blackburn’s industrial heritage died last week, after a long illness.
  
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• Top 5 Blackburn gyms to sign up to now lockdown has eased

  15-04-2021 06:00
  
  Here are five Blackburn businesses that received the highest praise from Google reviewers.
  
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• Thompson Park Railway appeal for volunteers as it gears up to reopen

  15-04-2021 06:00
  
  A MINIATURE railway has put out an appeal for volunteers after announcing two trial re-openings.
  
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• Ribble Cycles: Showroom with Europe's largest 4k video wall opens in Clitheroe

  15-04-2021 06:00
  
  A BRAND new bicycle showroom boasting Europe's largest 4k indoor video wall has opened its doors.
  
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• Issa brothers: Asda senior staff prepare to leave after Walmart payout

  15-04-2021 06:00
  
  SENIOR staff at Asda are reportedly planning to leave the company as the Issa brothers take charge.
  
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• Blackburn with Darwen's 'red bag revolution' has massive effect on borough's litter issues - Lancashire Telegraph

  15-04-2021 06:00
  
  Blackburn with Darwen's 'red bag revolution' has massive effect on borough's litter issues  Lancashire Telegraph
  
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• Blackburn with Darwen's 'red bag revolution' has massive effect on borough's litter issues

  15-04-2021 06:00
  
  People from all parts of a borough have united with a common purpose to keep their areas clean through what a council is calling 'the red bag revolution'.
  
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• Blackburn swimming coach jailed for grooming underage student

  15-04-2021 06:00
  
  A TRUSTED swimming coach who groomed one of his underage teen athletes before embarking on a sexual relationship with her has been jailed.
  
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• Blackburn dog groomers offer acrylic nails while you wait

  15-04-2021 06:00
  
  A DOG grooming salon has merged with a beauty space offering acrylic nails and eyebrow tinting - so owners can get a makeover at the same time as their furry friends.
  
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