Blackburn with Darwen news

• Burnley: Colne Road closed due to 'ongoing incident'

  28-04-2021 20:37
  
  A ROAD has been closed in Burnley due to what police are describing as an 'ongoing incident.'
  
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• Chorley: Birkacre Road closed after crash leaves car on fire

  28-04-2021 19:18
  
  A ROAD has been closed after a collision left a car on fire.
  
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• Coronavirus: Hyndburn records England's second highest rise in infections

  28-04-2021 19:01
  
  HYNDBURN has recorded the second highest rise in coronavirus infections in England, according to the latest figures by Public Health England.
  
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• Jury in Oswaldtwistle murder trial fail to reach verdict

  28-04-2021 17:44
  
  THE JURY in a murder trial have been discharged by a judge after they failed to reach a verdict.
  
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• Jury in Oswaldtwistle murder case fail to reach verdict

  28-04-2021 17:44
  
  THE JURY in a murder trial have been discharged by a judge after they failed to reach a verdict.
  
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• Manchester Arena Inquiry: Police chief regrets taking taxi to bomb scene

  28-04-2021 16:49 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Supt Kyle Gordon arrived in Manchester nearly three hours after the explosion, an inquiry hears.
  
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• Colne: Man arrested after failing to appear before court on air pistol at Preston Station charge

  28-04-2021 16:43
  
  A MAN has been arrested after failing to appear in court for unlawful possession of an air pistol.
  
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• Covid: When, where and how can I go on holiday in the UK?

  28-04-2021 16:18 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The rules on where you can holiday in the UK are being relaxed - but some restrictions remain.
  
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• New Asda and Morrisons scam is targeting your details - what you need to know

  28-04-2021 15:46
  
  Consumers who receive a suspicious text should contact the supermarket, if they shop with them, to verify it.
  
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• Android users warned of 'DHL' delivery scam that can steal your bank details

  28-04-2021 15:46
  
  Vodafone has made details of the scam public to its users and on social media, a move that reflects the “seriousness of these malicious text messages”.
  
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• Motorists warned to expect heavy traffic this bank holiday weekend

  28-04-2021 15:45
  
  Motorists have been urged to expect delays in what is expected to be the busiest May Day bank holiday weekend since 2016.
  
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• Grant Ward: Blackpool report racist social media abuse to police

  28-04-2021 15:22 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Blackpool say they are appalled after Grant Ward was subjected to "abhorrent racist abuse" on social media after their win against Sunderland.
  
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• Self-driving cars could be allowed on UK motorways this year

  28-04-2021 15:13
  
  The Department for Transport said it will allow hands-free driving in vehicles if certain motorway conditions are met. 
  
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• This when you might be able to hug your loved ones again

  28-04-2021 15:12
  
  Scientific advisors have given an estimated time frame of when people may be able to hug their loved ones- and it might be as early as June.  
  
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• The most popular baby names for boys and girls in 2021 revealed

  28-04-2021 15:11
  
  Naming your child can be one of the toughest decisions new parents are likely to face.
  
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• The most common Covid vaccine side effects revealed in new study

  28-04-2021 15:09
  
  The study also compared the AstraZeneca and Pfizer to see how side effects from the vaccines differ.
  
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• Assault accused's dramatic bid to flee court over 7ft security glass

  28-04-2021 15:00
  
  A MAN made a dramatic bid to escape from the secure dock at Blackburn Magistrates Court today.
  
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• Blackburn with Darwen residents told to plan for virus isolation - Lancashire Telegraph

  28-04-2021 14:48
  
  Blackburn with Darwen residents told to plan for virus isolation  Lancashire Telegraph
  
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• Blackburn with Darwen residents told to plan for virus isolation

  28-04-2021 14:48
  
  RESIDENTS of a borough are being advised to prepare a plan for self-isolation in case they, a family member or friend is diagnosed with coronavirus.
  
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• How the polling stations will run safely in Lancs on May 6

  28-04-2021 14:44
  
  Voting will look a little different this year and people are being are reminded of what to expect in the polling stations to make them Covid-safe.
  
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• Blackburn father denies murdering baby daughter and son

  28-04-2021 14:40 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Jordan Monaghan, 29, is accused of killing three-week-old Ruby and 21-month-old Logan in 2013.
  
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• Blackburn man arrested on suspicion of assault after 35-year-old left with serious head injuries

  28-04-2021 14:17
  
  A 30-year-old has been arrested following an assault in which another man was left with head injuries.
  
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• Royal Mail driver admits killing police officer in crash

  28-04-2021 13:48 via bbc.co.uk
  
  PC Oliver Evans died when his motorbike was hit by Graham Ellison's Royal Mail delivery van in 2019.
  
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• Blackburn man Jordan Monaghan denies murdering his children

  28-04-2021 13:21
  
  A 29-year-old man has denied killing two of his own children and attempting to murder a third child.
  
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• Video shows moment pensioner was kicked into Mersey

  28-04-2021 12:52
  
  A SHOCKING video showing the moment a youth kicked a pensioner into the Mersey has been revealed.
  
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• Top tips for reducing food waste on 'Stop Food Waste Day'

  28-04-2021 12:30
  
  AN eco-conscious entrepreneur and mum has revealed her top tips for minimising the amount of food you throw away.
  
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• Pendle LibDem defends removing leaflet from letterbox

  28-04-2021 12:30
  
  A SENIOR Liberal Democrat politician has defended his actions after he was caught on video removing a Conservative election leaflet from a house letterbox.
  
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• Men in CCTV images could be linked to Lancashire robbery where 8-year-old threatened with screwdriver

  28-04-2021 12:20
  
  Police investigating a robbery in which an 82-year-old and his granddaughter were threatened with a screwdriver and a knife are looking to speak to the men in these CCTV images.
  
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• TSB customers will soon be able to do their banking at Blackburn's Bangor Street Community Centre

  28-04-2021 12:03
  
  TSB is launching more than 40 new “pop-up” services, appearing in locations such as libraries, town halls and community centres, across Britain, with one coming to East Lancashire.
  
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• Man wanted following late night burglary at Lancashire Sainsbury's store

  28-04-2021 11:41
  
  Police want to identify the man pictured in this CCTV image following a burglary at a Sainsbury's store.
  
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• Uninsured driver with no licence caught by police taking six-year-old child to school

  28-04-2021 11:28
  
  An driver with no license and no insurance has been reported after police found them taking a six-year-old child to school.
  
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• Blackburn hospital casualty unit faces night closures in pay row

  28-04-2021 11:00
  
  BLOOD test analysts at the East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust are to take industrial action which they claim could close Blackburn's accident and emergency unit at night and weekends.
  
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• Blackburn hospital bosses deny union claims scientists strike will disrupt A&E

  28-04-2021 11:00
  
  BLOOD test analysts at the East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust are to take industrial action which they claim could close Blackburn's accident and emergency unit at night and weekends.
  
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• Wife of Great Harwood scrapyard boss back in court

  28-04-2021 10:15
  
  THE wife of Great Harwood scrap yard boss Tommy Smith has appeared in court for non-payment of £38,695 in fines and costs.
  
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• Fire engulfs Longridge hardware store and spreads to roof in late night blaze

  28-04-2021 10:01
  
  Fire crews were called to a blaze at a hardware shop in the early hours of Wednesday morning.
  
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• Tik Tok user shares video of Blackpool’s Big One rollercoaster breaking down

  28-04-2021 10:00
  
  Tik Tok user, @geo_connor, captured the moment The Big One in Blackpool Pleasure Beach broke down.
  
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• Councillor blasted on social media for stealing Conservative leaflet from letterbox and replacing it with his own

  28-04-2021 09:49
  
  A councillor standing in this year's local elections has been blasted on social media after he was caught on domestic CCTV stealing an opposition leaflet from someone's letterbox.
  
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• Councillor blasted for removing Conservative leaflet from letterbox and replacing it with his own

  28-04-2021 09:49
  
  A councillor standing in this year's local elections has been blasted on social media after he was caught on domestic CCTV stealing an opposition leaflet from someone's letterbox.
  
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• Two men and woman sought by police following Easter Sunday attack

  28-04-2021 09:00
  
  CCTV images have been released by police investigating an assault on a man who was on his way to work on Easter Sunday.
  
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• Blackburn with Darwen: Election candidate under fire for Facebook posts - Asian Image

  28-04-2021 09:00
  
  Blackburn with Darwen: Election candidate under fire for Facebook posts  Asian Image
  
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• Spiral ramp was memorable feature of Blackburn town centre

  28-04-2021 07:01
  
  IT was one of the most memorable features of Blackburn town centre - the spiral ramp outside the market that led to a footbridge over Ainsworth Street connecting to the shopping centre.
  
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• How people in Lancashire can appear on ITV's The Cube

  28-04-2021 07:00
  
  Here’s everything you need to know about ITV’s The Cube- including how you can apply.
  
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• Frenzied taxi customer scratched, punched and kicked driver

  28-04-2021 06:59
  
  A WOMAN launched a frenzied attack on a taxi driver when she couldn't pay the fare.
  
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• Amazing volunteers from 'Clean Street Posse' pick up 325 bags of rubbish

  28-04-2021 06:55
  
  A GROUP of volunteers including a woman with her baby helped to clear more than 300 bags of rubbish from the streets of Blackburn.
  
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• Joe McArdle column: I feel like royalty with this new beer garden set-up

  28-04-2021 06:24
  
  Is anyone else absolutely loving being out and not having to get up and walk anywhere to order your food or drink?
  
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• Driver claimed to be in 'complete shock' after finding out he was banned

  28-04-2021 06:19
  
  A MOTORIST stopped by police because his vehicle flagged up as not being insured turned out to be banned.
  
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• Fewer people using internet in Blackburn in 2020 than 2019

  28-04-2021 06:15
  
  FEWER people were using the internet in Blackburn at the start of 2020 than in 2019, data has shown.
  
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• Children and care home residents come together in virtual friendship event

  28-04-2021 06:15
  
  A group of children and care home residents came together for a virtual friendship day as part of a community arts project.
  
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• Wish Centre which helps domestic violence victims delighted with huge grant

  28-04-2021 06:00
  
  A CHARITY has won a major national award for its work improving the lives of people affected by domestic abuse.
  
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• Thousands of vulnerable people in Blackburn were not told to shield

  28-04-2021 06:00
  
  More than 1,000 vulnerable patients in Blackburn with Darwen were not told to shield until months after lockdown began last year, figures reveal.
  
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