Blackburn with Darwen news

• T20 Blast: Alex Hales' unbeaten 101 helps Notts Outlaws beat Lancashire

  26-06-2021 22:48 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Alex Hales hits a 64-ball century as holders Notts Outlaws beat Lancashire Lightning by seven runs.
  
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• Busy Blackburn road reopened after accident

  26-06-2021 20:54
  
  A busy Blackburn road was closed in both directions following an accident involving a motorcyclist.
  
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• Air Ambulance called and road closed in Darwen following crash

  26-06-2021 20:32
  
  A road has been following an accident in Darwen.
  
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• Matt Hancock resigns as Health Secretary after video showed him kissing aide

  26-06-2021 19:33
  
  Matt Hancock has resigned as Health Secretary the day after video footage emerged of him kissing an aide in his ministerial office in a breach of coronavirus restrictions.
  
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• Man was one microgramme away from avoided drink-drive rap

  26-06-2021 16:39
  
  A MAN who had a drink after work was taking his van home when he was breathalysed.
  
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• Carlos Mendes Gomes: Luton Town sign Morecambe forward for undisclosed fee

  26-06-2021 14:07 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Luton Town sign Morecambe forward Carlos Mendes Gomes for an undisclosed fee.
  
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• Warton crash: Four arrested after man, 19, killed

  26-06-2021 13:39 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A 19-year-old man dies in hospital following a crash on a rural lane, police say.
  
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• Photographs shine in an East Lancashire nature special

  26-06-2021 13:31
  
  This week's showcase of some of the best pictures submitted by members of the Lancashire Telegraph Camera Club has a nature theme.
  
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• Two Hyndburn pubs closed as staff self-isolate

  26-06-2021 13:16
  
  Two Hyndburn pubs have closed as staff have been asked to self-isolate.
  
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• Shoplifter banned from Tesco Express after late-night raid

  26-06-2021 12:34
  
  A WOMAN shoplifter threw her bag of swag over a wall when she realised staff were after her.
  
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• Sewing Bee judge Patrick Grant to showcase homespun jeans

  26-06-2021 12:25 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Patrick Grant will display locally-made clothes in Blackburn "for the first time in a couple of centuries".
  
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• One dead and three taken to hospital following crash in Warton

  26-06-2021 12:22
  
  One person has died and three have been taken to hospital following a crash in the early hours of this morning.
  
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• One dead and three hospitalised following crash in Warton

  26-06-2021 12:22
  
  One person has died and three have been taken to hospital following a crash in the early hours of this morning.
  
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• Matt Hancock 'affair': 7 signs your partner is cheating

  26-06-2021 10:37
  
  Relationship expert's advice on the telltale behaviour to watch out for.
  
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• e-scooter rules can land you a £300 fine and points on you driving licence

  26-06-2021 10:36
  
  There have been long-running safety concerns about e-scooters with dozens of e-scooter trials taking place across the UK.
  
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• Covid-19 expert warns of 21 coronavirus symptoms you need to be aware of

  26-06-2021 10:33
  
  He has previously warned Brits that they need to be aware of additional symptoms not listed by the NHS.
  
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• Warning issued over 'insidious' Post Office scam which cost one victim £80,000

  26-06-2021 10:31
  
  One victim reportedly lost £80,000 after being duped by the scam.
  
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• Appeal launched after man attempted to grab schoolgirl

  26-06-2021 10:03
  
  An appeal has been launched after a man tried to grab a schoolgirl.
  
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• Car seized after driver found to have no insurance, license or MOT

  26-06-2021 09:44
  
  A car has been pulled over in Blackburn after it flagged showing with no MOT.
  
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• I've had both of my Covid vaccines: Here's why I am urging everyone to get jabbed

  26-06-2021 08:00
  
  Blackburn College Principal and Chief Executive, Dr Fazal Dad has received both of his Covid-19 vaccinations. Here he encourages all members of our local communities to have their vaccine.
  
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• When Blackburn's town centre parking took to the roof tops

  26-06-2021 07:02
  
  AS Blackburn town centre developed during the late Sixties, one element was essential to ensure the town’s success - the availability of car parking.
  
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• Dancer who had foot surgery lands prestigious spot at Shockout Arts

  26-06-2021 07:00
  
  A DANCER who had surgery to correct genetic abnormalities in both her feet has landed a place at a prestigious dance school.
  
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• Blackburn family horror as rats bite children and damage home over five years

  26-06-2021 06:55
  
  A FAMILY terrorised by rats for more than five years have spoken out about the devastation caused by the unwelcome rodents.
  
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• Angry son tried to force his way INTO house police were raiding

  26-06-2021 06:39
  
  A MAN tried to force his way into a house that was being raided by police.
  
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• 'Drink-driver' was stopped at McDonald's drive-thru

  26-06-2021 06:28
  
  POLICE who responded to a report of a drunk driver at the McDonalds drive-thru in Colne found a man sitting in his car with the engine running and the lights on.
  
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• Hostel resident punched worker in testicles and spat at another

  26-06-2021 06:18
  
  A RESIDENT at the Salvation Army hostel assaulted two members of staff who came to help her as she went through a drink and drug induced breakdown.
  
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• Fundraiser launched for new Blackburn Santa sleigh

  26-06-2021 06:15
  
  A fundraiser is being held for a new Santa Sleigh for the rotary club after the old one fell into disrepair.
  
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• Barnoldswick headteacher receives 'Certificate of Excellence' in Pearson awards

  26-06-2021 06:15
  
  A headteacher has received a national award for her dedication to her school.
  
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• Bishop of Burnley raises £14k by going on trek across Lancashire

  26-06-2021 06:07
  
  An east/west trek across Lancashire by the Bishop of Burnley, Rt Rev. Philip North, to raise money towards the reopening of a redundant church hall as a community hub in one of the most income deprived parishes in the country, has smashed its £10k target.
  
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• Drop in virus patients in East Lancs hospitals

  26-06-2021 06:00
  
  HOSPITAL staff in Lancashire are caring for 44 coronavirus patients, the latest figures show - a drop in the number being treated the week before.
  
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• Covid: Woman's fears after blood clot but family and doctors say still get jab

  26-06-2021 06:00
  
  A WOMAN lost all feeling in her legs and can no longer walk after developing a blood clot and spending 17 days in intensive care.
  
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• Colne: Simba the cat gave family comfort in their darkest hour

  26-06-2021 06:00
  
  A CAT who supported a family through dark times is being praised ­— and put up for a national award.
  
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• Blackburn: Silver Mushroom partners with German firm Blumos

  26-06-2021 06:00
  
  A BLACKBURN based interiors company has launched a new outdoor range in time for Summer thanks to a partnership with a German firm.
  
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• Blackburn: Silver Mushroom partners with German firm Blomus

  26-06-2021 06:00
  
  A BLACKBURN based interiors company has launched a new outdoor range in time for Summer thanks to a partnership with a German firm.
  
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• Blackburn mental health patients sent hundreds of miles for treatment

  26-06-2021 06:00
  
  DOZENS of seriously mentally ill people were sent miles away for treatment because there were no beds available for them in East Lancashire.
  
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• Angry Blackburn residents don't want funfair outside homes

  26-06-2021 06:00
  
  CONCERNED residents are demanding answers from the council after a funfair has popped up right outside their homes.
  
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• 10 Guinness World Records that were beaten in Lancashire

  26-06-2021 06:00
  
  Dozens of records have been smashed on Lancashire's soil- and we have rounded up some of the more unusual titles.
  
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