Blackburn with Darwen news

• Workers clear up huge mess on Blackburn estate following illegal bonfire

  10-11-2021 20:02
  
  Workers spent hours clearing up a bonfire which left a huge mess on a Blackburn estate.
  
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• Nelson death: Man and woman arrested on suspicion of murder

  10-11-2021 18:04 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Michael Brierley, 48, was the victim of a sustained assault and had "horrific injuries", police say
  
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• Blackburn and Burnley hospitals under severe pressure

  10-11-2021 17:44
  
  People are being urged to stay away from East Lancashire hospitals unless they are in need of ‘urgent or emergency care’ after a huge influx of patients.
  
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• Ben Brereton-Diaz: Blackburn Rovers striker feels benefit of Chile recognition

  10-11-2021 17:26 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Blackburn Rovers striker Ben Brereton-Diaz feels his experience with Chile helps him flourish at Championship level.
  
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• VIDEO: Police name man found dead in Nelson house as third person arrested

  10-11-2021 16:54
  
  Detectives investigating the death of a Nelson man have made a third arrest.
  
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• Police name man found dead in Nelson house as third person arrested

  10-11-2021 16:54
  
  Detectives investigating the death of a Nelson man have made a third arrest.
  
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• Europe’s largest 213 foot aerial ride is coming to Blackpool

  10-11-2021 16:07
  
  The mammoth ‘Around The World’ ride is Europe’s largest travelling aerial ride and it’s coming to Blackpool
  
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• Blackburn hospital chefs crowned NHS Chefs of the Year

  10-11-2021 15:39
  
  Royal Blackburn Hospital chefs have proven that hospital food really can be delicious after been crowned National NHS Chef of the Year.
  
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• Blackpool: Thousands of civil servants to move to town centre hub

  10-11-2021 15:18 via bbc.co.uk
  
  More than 3,000 workers will relocate to a new civil service hub in Blackpool, it is announced.
  
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• Ramsbottom: Plans to transform pub into children’s nursery

  10-11-2021 14:07
  
  A FORMER pub is set to be converted into a children’s nursery in Ramsbottom.
  
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• Whalley shop wows customers with Remembrance Day display

  10-11-2021 14:00
  
  Wardrobe By Simone in Whalley has ‘wowed’ customers with its latest window display for Remembrance Sunday.
  
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• Festival of lights parade brightens up Bury town centre

  10-11-2021 13:46
  
  A COLOURFUL parade greeted the end of an imaginative Diwali project in Bury.
  
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• 18-year-old to appear in court after man stabbed in back

  10-11-2021 13:24
  
  A teenager has been charged following an assault in which a man was stabbed in the back.
  
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• Sam Aston to join Vernon Kay in night of entertainment

  10-11-2021 13:00
  
  Along with Sam Aston, who lives in Rossendale, Andy Whyment and Emmerdale’s Lisa Riley will also be at the event.
  
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• Three Fishes pub and restaurant in Mitton delay opening again

  10-11-2021 12:27
  
  A highly-anticipated pub has again had to delay their opening.
  
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• New Ofcom rule could save 4,000 phone boxes around the UK

  10-11-2021 12:17
  
  The use of phone boxes has declined over the past few years, but a new rule from Ofcom may prevent some from being decommissioned.
  
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• All the books on BBC Two's Between the Covers and how to buy them

  10-11-2021 12:13
  
  Here's how to buy all of the books featured on BBC Two's Between the Covers this series.
  
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• Sara Cox's Between the Covers returns to BBC - full line up including Harry Potter star

  10-11-2021 12:01
  
  Calling all book lovers, Sara Cox is back on our screens tonight for a brand new series of Between the Covers.
  
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• Hero police officer from Accrington who ran into Manchester arena after bombing dies

  10-11-2021 11:58
  
  A hero police officer who was one of the first on the scene at the Manchester bombing has died.
  
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• Hero police officer from Accrington who ran into Manchester arena after bombing died, aged 48

  10-11-2021 11:58
  
  A hero police officer who was one of the first on the scene at the Manchester bombing has died.
  
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• Accrington: Police officer who ran into Manchester Arena after bombing dies

  10-11-2021 11:58
  
  TRIBUTES have been paid to a hero police officer who was one of the first on the scene at the Manchester Arena bombing.
  
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• Parents seek answers over death of 17-year-old - inquest

  10-11-2021 11:55
  
  THE parents of a 17-year-old found dead in woodland have demanded answers on how he was handled by agencies involved in treating him for mental health difficulties.
  
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• M6 southbound CLOSED after lorry overturns during morning rush hour

  10-11-2021 11:53
  
  The M6 southbound has been closed after a lorry overturned.
  
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• Man and 16-year-old boy robbed at knifepoint by two women in Burnley

  10-11-2021 11:32
  
  A man and a teenager have been threatened at knifepoint by two women.
  
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• Hundreds of lung health checks carried out on Blackburn with Darwen residents at risk of chronic disease | - blackburnwithdarwenccg.nhs.uk

  10-11-2021 11:30
  Hundreds of lung health checks carried out on Blackburn with Darwen residents at risk of chronic disease |  blackburnwithdarwenccg.nhs.uk
  
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• DVLA warns drivers to declare these 182 medical conditions or face £1,000 fine

  10-11-2021 11:09
  
  According to the government website, there is a long list of conditions drivers must tell the DVLA when applying for their driving licence.
  
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• NHS and police scheme boosts support for domestic abuse victims

  10-11-2021 11:05 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The project sees NHS safeguarding staff joining police patrols to support domestic abuse victims.
  
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• Craig is now Muhammad: Man's Islamic declaration of faith at Blackburn mosque

  10-11-2021 10:53
  
  A man took his Islamic declaration of faith at a mosque in Blackburn.
  
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• Accrington Stanley boss John Coleman's verdict on Fleetwood Town win

  10-11-2021 10:50
  
  STANLEY boss John Coleman was delighted with his side’s attacking play following their 4-1 win at Fleetwood in the Papa John’s Trophy.
  
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• NASA warns huge asteroid is heading towards Earth in December

  10-11-2021 10:30
  
  The “potentially hazardous” space rock called 4660 Nereus is set to make a close pass of the earth next month.
  
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• Squid Game creator issues update on series two of Netflix hit

  10-11-2021 10:28
  
  The film has enjoyed global success inspiring many Halloween costumes and social media trends since its release.
  
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• Black Friday deals: AO have slashed prices on 500 gadgets

  10-11-2021 10:27
  
  See all the deals, AO is offering this upcoming Black Friday.
  
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• Aldi releases boozy advent calendars for Christmas 2021 - how to get yours

  10-11-2021 10:23
  
  Whether wine, beer or gin is your drink of choice - Aldi has got you covered with its alcohol advent calendar range -how to get yours.
  
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• Aldi release boozy advent calendars for Christmas 2021 - how to get yours

  10-11-2021 10:23
  
  Whether wine, beer or gin is your drink of choice - Aldi has got you covered with its alcohol advent calendar range -how to get yours.
  
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• BMW thieves lead police on 130mph chase after removing house window to steal car keys

  10-11-2021 10:07
  
  Thieves removed the window from a house before stealing a BMW X3 and leading police on a 130mph chase.
  
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• Blackburn law firm appoints ten new specialists as growth continues

  10-11-2021 09:36
  
  An East Lancashire law firm has added ten new legal specialists to its team following a period of growth.
  
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• Blackburn shoplifter, 19, fined and tagged after stealing booze from Booths

  10-11-2021 09:29
  
  A teenager has been fined and made subject to a curfew after pleading guilty to stealing multiple bottles of alcohol from two Booths supermarkets.
  
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• More than 150 people reported for travelling on Lancashire's trains without a ticket

  10-11-2021 09:04
  
  More than 150 people have been reported for travelling on Lancashire's railways without a ticket.
  
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• Dozens of Blackburn with Darwen families left in 'unfair distress' over threat of eviction - Lancashire Telegraph

  10-11-2021 09:00
  
  Dozens of Blackburn with Darwen families left in 'unfair distress' over threat of eviction  Lancashire Telegraph
  
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• LIVE: Severe disruption on trains across East Lancashire

  10-11-2021 08:32
  
  There is severe disruption on some train services this morning, with several journeys delayed and some not passing through certain stations.
  
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• Teenage actress presented with British Citizen Youth Award at Westminster

  10-11-2021 07:15
  
  A BURNLEY-born actress and model has been honoured at a ceremony for young people who help their communities.
  
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• Model of 'new-look' Blackburn revealed for first time

  10-11-2021 07:05
  
  This wonderfully-evocative photo from 1966 shows Blackburn Council Chamber with scale models of the proposed town centre redevelopment being put on display so that councillors could see for the first time how the new shopping centre and town hall tower block would look.
  
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• Tributes to 'inspirational' dad-of-four and former cab firm owner

  10-11-2021 07:02
  
  A FORMER cab firm owner and amateur sportsman has lost his battle against cancer.
  
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• Former play area is an 'eyesore' and becoming a 'dumping ground'

  10-11-2021 06:26
  
  An abandoned playground is becoming a dumping ground for rubbish, councillors and residents claim.
  
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• Mount Pleasant Primary School taught life saving skills in first aid workshop

  10-11-2021 06:15
  
  Pupils at a primary school have learnt life saving skills in a first aid workshop.
  
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• Blackburn's Pizza Italia takeaway shuts after 35 years

  10-11-2021 06:15
  
  Two brothers who opened a pizza shop over 35 years ago are saying thank you to the community for their support after handing up their aprons for the final time.
  
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• Blackburn Italian takeaway's farewell after 36 years

  10-11-2021 06:15
  
  Two brothers who opened a pizza shop over 35 years ago are saying thank you to the community for their support after handing up their aprons for the final time.
  
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• 'Active discussion' about return of mask wearing to evade Christmas restrictions

  10-11-2021 06:15
  
  The return of mask wearing is under ‘active discussion’ by local health leaders as concerns are being raised that the country may be under restrictions over the festive period.
  
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• Letter: Why did East Lancs Tory MPs not do the right thing?

  10-11-2021 06:01
  
  Last week’s vote on the Standards Committee in Parliament has dealt a great blow to democracy and to public confidence in the integrity of the UK Government.
  
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• Man breached restraining order within weeks of being released from prison

  10-11-2021 06:00
  
  A MAN breached a restraining order in favour of his ex partner within weeks of being released from a prison sentence imposed for identical offences.
  
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