Blackburn with Darwen news

• Electricity North West engineer dies while working on site after being hit by a car

  17-10-2021 21:19
  
  An Electricity North West engineer who was working at the side of a road has died following a crash.
  
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• Repeat offender remanded in custody after being charged with burglaries while out on bail

  17-10-2021 21:15
  
  A repeat offender who was charged with targeting numerous businesses in East Lancashire has once again appeared before the courts after he was re-arrested while out on bail.
  
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• Clayton-le-Woods house collapse: Family pays tribute to Carl Whalley

  17-10-2021 18:59 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Carl Whalley, who died in Clayton-le-Woods on Friday, was "the centre of our world", his family says.
  
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• Severe delays as traffic stopped close to M65 junction following crash

  17-10-2021 18:24
  
  Traffic has been stopped on the motorway following a crash.
  
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• Police rescue 'confused' swan as it's seen wandering in front of cars on main road

  17-10-2021 18:07
  
  A lost swan was rescued by police after being seen wandering in the middle of the road.
  
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• Daughter's tribute to dad who died in Clayton-le-Woods house collapse

  17-10-2021 17:59
  
  The family of a man who died in a house fire have today paid tribute to him.
  
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• Sir David Amess: We must learn from hideous killing, says Commons Speaker Lindsay Hoyle

  17-10-2021 17:31 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle says MPs should be protected - but warns against a knee-jerk response.
  
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• Clayton-le-Moors teen missing for three days as police launch appeal to find her

  17-10-2021 17:03
  
  A teenager who has been missing for three days is now being sought by police.
  
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• Two arrested as stolen Nelson Audi pursued along M61 and into Blackburn

  17-10-2021 15:09
  
  Two people were arrested after police pursued a stolen Audi down the motorway.
  
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• Clitheroe motorcyclist left with serious injuries in crash

  17-10-2021 13:01
  
  A MAN is being treated for serious injuries after a crash on a rural road.
  
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• Dancing the night away in East Lancashire throughout the ages

  17-10-2021 12:54
  
  THROUGHOUT time, dancing has always been great at letting us release emotions...who remembers all those dances that brought a smile to our faces on Tik Tok in lockdown.
  
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• Wanted Burnley man charged with wounding

  17-10-2021 12:44
  
  A MAN who was on the run from police for several weeks has been charged with wounding.
  
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• Chilean street 'named' after Blackburn Rovers star Ben Brereton

  17-10-2021 11:58
  
  FANATICAL supporters of a superstar footballer have unofficially re-named a street after him in their country’s capital city.
  
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• Blackburn, Hyndburn and Pendle drivers will be checked for speed

  17-10-2021 10:20
  
  SPEED checks will be carried out at several locations across East Lancashire.
  
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• Three arrested during Burnley game at the Etihad Stadium

  17-10-2021 09:47
  
  THREE arrests have been made following Burnley’s clash against Manchester City.
  
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• This stunning four bedroom house which is a great place to entertain in Lancashire

  17-10-2021 08:57
  
  IF you are looking for a stunning modern well-maintained family home in Lancashire then perhaps this one could make its way onto your shortlist.
  
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• The North West’s most common type of ghost sighting

  17-10-2021 08:00
  
  Grey ladies have been reported in several places and historic monuments in the North West – but where exactly?
  
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• Blackburn's 'lost' cinema was once home to the circus!

  17-10-2021 07:05
  
  This photo records the final days of one of Blackburn’s ‘lost’ town centre cinemas. It shows the New Central cinema on the corner of Mincing Lane and Mill Lane.
  
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• Vodka and spice man kicked off at Blackburn hostel

  17-10-2021 06:58
  
  A MAN who was refused entry to his hostel accommodation when he returned under the influence of drink and spice kicked in the door.
  
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• Tributes paid to golfer Michael Boyle who was MD of company

  17-10-2021 06:50
  
  Michael Boyle of Blackburn Road, West End, Oswaldtwistle, passed away peacefully in hospital on September 30.
  
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• Blackburn judge blasts ex-partner who broke restraining order

  17-10-2021 06:46
  
  A MAN repeatedly contacted his ex-wife via text and WhatsApp messages despite being subject to a non-molestation order.
  
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• Blackburn pub goer to pay £50 compensation to doorman for kick in genitals

  17-10-2021 06:38
  
  A WOMAN ejected from a town centre pub kicked the bouncer in the genitals as he was escorting her out.
  
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• Haslingden mother who had her second child while at university gains first-class degree

  17-10-2021 06:15
  
  A young mother who gave birth to her second child while studying has been awarded a first-class degree.
  
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• Darwen graduate aims to conquer the male dominated construction industry

  17-10-2021 06:15
  
  A graduate is aiming to conquer the male dominated construction industry after becoming the first female site manager in her company.
  
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• The Blackburn with Darwen restaurants, cafes and takeaways with FIVE star hygiene ratings

  17-10-2021 06:00
  
  Last month we published the latest round of food hygiene inspections, and revealed six establishments in Blackburn with Darwen were found to have zero star ratings by the Food Standards Agency.
  
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• Stubbylee Park in Bacup awarded prestigious Green Flag status

  17-10-2021 06:00
  
  An East Lancashire park has been awarded a prestigious Green Flag status.
  
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• Rawtenstall PR company wins top industry award for third time in five years

  17-10-2021 06:00
  
  An East Lancashire PR company has been named Outstanding Small Public Relations Consultancy for the third time in five years at the recent CIPR Pride Awards North West.
  
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• Oswaldtwistle company on shortlist for Protection Guru Awards

  17-10-2021 06:00
  
  AN East Lancashire company has been shortlisted for a vast array of awards at a ceremony designed to celebrate the 'leading lights' in the 'protection industry' - from illness cover to financial protection.
  
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• New BIGGER and BETTER Aldi opens in this Lancashire town

  17-10-2021 06:00
  
  A new, bigger and better Aldi store has reopened following a significant refurbishment and extension.
  
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• Go ahead for 50 new homes as part of Lancashire town's major 'boost for regeneration'

  17-10-2021 06:00
  
  Planning permission has been approved for 50 new homes as part of a major 'boost for regeneration' in a Lancashire town.
  
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• Flooring retailer's record month of sales following launch of first Lancashire store

  17-10-2021 06:00
  
  A flooring retailer which opened its first Lancashire store in July has smashed its first month sales targets.
  
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• Design agency's campaign supports those suffering with psychological impact of Covid

  17-10-2021 06:00
  
  A Lancashire design agency is getting ready to showcase their Covid resilience hub campaign to the Cabinet Office.
  
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• Chorley distribution and logistics company reports £13million turnover in last 12 months

  17-10-2021 06:00
  
  A Lancashire company that provides small e-commerce retail businesses with next day and international delivery options has reported a yearly turnover of £13million.
  
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