Blackburn with Darwen news

• County Championship: 19 wickets fall on day one of Glamorgan v Lancs

  03-06-2021 20:31 via bbc.co.uk
  
  19 wickets fell on the first day between Glamorgan and Lancashire as fans return to Sophia Gardens
  
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• Indian variant now dominant strain as concerns raised about hospital admissions

  03-06-2021 20:23
  
  The variant of Covid-19 that originated in India is now believed to be the dominant strain of the virus – with evidence suggesting it could lead to more hospital admissions.
  
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• Blackpool: Ollie Turton and Sullay Kaikai among exits

  03-06-2021 20:00 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Defender Ollie Turton and winger Sullay Kaikai are to leave Blackpool after failing to agree terms with the Championship newcomers.
  
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• Wes Burns: Ipswich sign Fleetwood forward for undisclosed fee

  03-06-2021 19:55 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Ipswich pay an undisclosed fee for Fleetwood forward Wes Burns, who signs a three-year contract.
  
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• New deputy police crime commissioner set to be appointed

  03-06-2021 19:30
  
  A new deputy police crime commissioner who is looking forward to ‘cracking down on crime and anti-social behaviour’ is set to be appointed.
  
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• Covid: Indian variant 'now dominant' in the UK

  03-06-2021 19:10 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Confirmed cases of the Indian variant have risen to 12,431 in the UK, according to new data from Public Health England
  
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• Travel guide to Spain, Portugal, France and more holiday hotspots

  03-06-2021 18:11 via bbc.co.uk
  
  What you need to know about travelling abroad to Portugal, Spain, Greece, France, Italy and Turkey.
  
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• Children found to be swimming in disused quarry

  03-06-2021 17:59
  
  Children have been swimming in a disused quarry area as police ask parents to remind children of the dangers of open water.
  
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• VIDEO: Residents warned ‘Rats roaming the streets’ in hot weather

  03-06-2021 17:34
  
  Residents are being asked not to leave their rubbish unattended on street corners and alleyways.
  
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• Darwen Library Theatre to reopen with weekend of music and comedy

  03-06-2021 17:34
  
  AFTER 14 months of closure, Darwen Library Theatre will welcome back audiences this weekend, beginning with a sold out show on Friday night.
  
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• Radio stations join forces to apply for East Lancs DAB Multiplex licence

  03-06-2021 17:11
  
  A consortium of local radio stations are set to apply for the Blackburn, Burnley and Darwen SSDAB Multiplex licence.
  
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• Fire spreads to derelict building - with locals told to stay inside

  03-06-2021 16:17
  
  A fire which started on an open land has spread to a derelict building - with locals being told to stay inside if they smell smoke.
  
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• East Lancs hospitals record highest number of daily deaths

  03-06-2021 16:03
  
  Three more deaths have been recorded as East Lancashire Hospitals record highest hospital daily deaths.
  
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• Portugal set to be removed from green travel list

  03-06-2021 14:58
  
  Portugal is set to be removed from the green travel list – throwing holiday plans for many into disarray.
  
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• More delays as progress is halted in Aya Hachem murder trial

  03-06-2021 14:36
  
  THE jury in the Aya Hachem murder trial have been told of delays which have halted proceedings in the case.
  
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• Where to get the jab in Pendle at new mobile vaccination centres

  03-06-2021 14:00
  
  Residents aged 18 and above in Pendle are being urged to get vaccinated.
  
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• National Volunteers Week 2021: How to get involved in East Lancashire

  03-06-2021 14:00
  
  From dog walking to telephone befriending, there truly is a volunteer opportunity in East Lancashire for everyone on the list.
  
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• Do social distance rules apply after both vaccine jabs?

  03-06-2021 13:32 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Guidance on hugging close friends and family has being relaxed in England and Scotland.
  
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• A malamute with wobbly paws is looking for a new home

  03-06-2021 13:19
  
  A Malamute who was born with an unusual neurological condition that leaves him wobbly and unsteady on his paws is looking for a special new home.
  
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• Barclays branch in Accrington town centre to close

  03-06-2021 13:06
  
  The town centre branch of Barclays in Accrington will close in August the bank has confirmed.
  
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• Barnoldswick: Cannabis plants uncovered as police raid home

  03-06-2021 13:04
  
  A CANNABIS farm was uncovered last night after police raided a home.
  
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• Derek Adams leaves Morecambe days after leading club to promotion

  03-06-2021 11:41 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Morecambe manager Derek Adams leaves the club days after winning promotion to League One "to pursue an opportunity elsewhere".
  
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• Haslingden: Man wanted on recall from prison found

  03-06-2021 10:22
  
  A SEARCH is underway to find a man who is wanted on call from prison.
  
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• Haslingden: Man wanted on recall from prison

  03-06-2021 10:22
  
  A SEARCH is underway to find a man who is wanted on call from prison.
  
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• Haslingden: Hunt from man wanted on recall from prison

  03-06-2021 10:22
  
  A SEARCH is underway to find a man who is wanted on call from prison.
  
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• AstraZeneca: What blood clot symptoms should I look for?

  03-06-2021 10:00
  
  Doctor Abdul Mannan, from a Rossendale doctor's practice, maintained that blood clots after getting the AstraZeneca vaccine are rare.
  
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• Timeline of events from the Aya Hachem murder trial

  03-06-2021 09:19
  
  ON the 17th of May 2020, a teenage girl was shot dead in broad daylight on a Blackburn street.
  
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• Blackburn to receive cash boost to help make streets safer

  03-06-2021 09:00
  
  The Government has pledged more than £18 million in funding to 40 areas of England and Wales in a bid to make them safer.
  
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• When is the next UK bank holiday in 2021? Here’s a full list

  03-06-2021 08:00
  
  When is the next UK bank holiday in 2021 and what date is the four day bank holiday for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee?
  
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• Great East Lancs ‘lost’ home once welcomed royal visitors

  03-06-2021 07:01
  
  THESE pictures from the archive document the highs - and lows - of another of the great ‘lost’ houses of East Lancashire.
  
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• Ribchester bank holiday market celebrates most successful year to date despite restrictions

  03-06-2021 07:00
  
  A May bank holiday market saw their busiest year yet despite Covid-19 restrictions being in place.
  
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• Blackburn school stalwart receives long-service award after 27 years

  03-06-2021 07:00
  
  A MEMBER of staff from a Blackburn school is being given a long service award as she retires from the school after nearly 28 years.
  
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• Wellbeing campaign hits half-way point

  03-06-2021 06:15
  
  A CAMPAIGN which was launched to improve people’s wellbeing in the borough has hit the halfway point.
  
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• Over 200 new primary school spaces to be made in Clitheroe

  03-06-2021 06:15
  
  Plans have been made to bring a further 210 primary school places to Clitheroe.
  
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• Minister makes virtual visit to college and 'inspirational' apprentices

  03-06-2021 06:15
  
  The Minister for apprenticeships and skills has made a virtual visit to 'inspirational' pupils at Blackburn College.
  
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• Waterfoot woman used saucepan to smash windows of neighbour's car

  03-06-2021 06:00
  
  A WOMAN used a saucepan to smash the windows of a neighbour’s cars after she “lost it.”
  
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• Van lifted to safety after being driven nose first into canal near Greenberfield Locks

  03-06-2021 06:00
  
  WEEKEND walkers were left baffled after spotting a white van, which appeared to have been driven into a canal.
  
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• Stalwart of local politics and councillor of 21 years becomes Ribble Valley's new mayor

  03-06-2021 06:00
  
  A councillor who has fought 11 elections, served on district councils for 21 years and parish councils for 34 has become the Ribble Valley’s new mayor.
  
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• Residents asked for opinions on housing situation in two Lancashire towns

  03-06-2021 06:00
  
  Residents have been invited to share their views on existing and future housing to help better inform a new local plan.
  
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• Reopening of Lancashire railway will be 'monumental for town' cutting journey times by half

  03-06-2021 06:00
  
  An initial study has now been completed into the feasibility of reopening a railway line which was closed to passengers more than 50 years ago.
  
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• Pandemic sees Blackburn with Darwen's council tax income drop by more than £1m - Lancashire Telegraph

  03-06-2021 06:00
  
  Pandemic sees Blackburn with Darwen's council tax income drop by more than £1m  Lancashire Telegraph
  
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• Pandemic sees Blackburn with Darwen's council tax income drop by more than £1m

  03-06-2021 06:00
  
  A DRAMATIC drop in council tax income during the coronavirus pandemic has left authorities facing a funding shortfall of more than £1million, new figures reveal.
  
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• Jamestone Quarry in Haslingden: Warning after people seen swimming

  03-06-2021 06:00
  
  A SENIOR official at an East Lancashire quarry is pleading with people to stop using the site as a 'place to enjoy the sunshine'.
  
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• EU nationals have just weeks left to apply for settled status in Blackburn with Darwen

  03-06-2021 06:00
  
  THOUSANDS of EU nationals have been granted permission to continue living in Blackburn with Darwen ahead of this month's application deadline, figures show.
  
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• Darwen litter picker vows to help primary school after vandals destroy newly installed eco garden

  03-06-2021 06:00
  
  A primary school had their newly established Eco School damaged as mindless vandals entered the premise, slashed a polytunnel and wrecked the children's plants.
  
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• Construction begins on new Lidl supermarket in Padiham

  03-06-2021 06:00
  
  CONSTRUCTION of a new supermarket is under way after permission was granted by planning officers.
  
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• Budding archaeologists invited to Clitheroe Castle to find out about their unearthed treasures

  03-06-2021 06:00
  
  Budding archaeologists with treasured finds are being asked to bring their wares to a new event which will offer diggers and scavengers the chance to find out all about their unearthed items.
  
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• Blackburn's Empire Theatre reopening after 14 months

  03-06-2021 06:00
  
  A CAST of singers and actors are performing a musical for free to thank the theatre that started their careers.
  
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• Blackburn with Darwen: 'Prioritise vaccines' call after ONS study shows borough tenth worst off in England - Lancashire Telegraph

  03-06-2021 06:00
  
  Blackburn with Darwen: 'Prioritise vaccines' call after ONS study shows borough tenth worst off in England  Lancashire Telegraph
  
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• Blackburn with Darwen: 'Prioritise vaccines' call after ONS study shows borough tenth worst off in England

  03-06-2021 06:00
  
  VACCINES must be distributed 'according to need', an MP has said, after figures revealed coronavirus-hit Blackburn with Darwen to be England's tenth worst-off borough.
  
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