Blackburn with Darwen news

• Five wanted in connection with Blackburn Town Centre assault

  24-12-2021 18:35
  
  Police have released images of five men they want to speak to in relation to an assault in Blackburn town centre.
  
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• Blackburn: AJ Odudu returns home for Christmas

  24-12-2021 14:00
  
  Presenter, AJ Odudu, has returned to Blackburn for Christmas after a disappointing Strictly Come Dancing final.
  
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• Burnley-Everton postponed because of Covid cases

  24-12-2021 13:35 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The Premier League postpones Everton's match at Burnley on Sunday because of coronavirus cases and injuries.
  
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• Santa tracker live 2021 - How to track Santa on Christmas eve

  24-12-2021 13:11
  
  Here's how to track Santa this Christmas eve...
  
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• Why was traffic stopped on the M65 on Christmas Eve?

  24-12-2021 12:27
  
  Traffic had to be temporarily stopped on the M65 on Christmas Eve due to a car fire.
  
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• Man wanted after woman punched to face in row over taxi

  24-12-2021 12:17
  
  A man pushed a woman and punched another in the face in a row over a taxi.
  
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• North West ambulance services hard hit by effects of long-Covid

  24-12-2021 12:11
  
  THE availability of ambulance staff in the North West of England may remain badly affected by long-Covid, with tens of thousands of working days already lost because staff are experiencing symptoms weeks after contracting the virus.
  
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• Hugh Grant gives £10,000 Christmas present to Depher

  24-12-2021 12:07
  
  Hugh Grant has provided another huge donation of £10,000 to Depher as a Christmas present.
  
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• Burnley's Jordan North 'floored' after catching coronavirus

  24-12-2021 12:00
  
  Jordan North has been absent from his Radio 1 drivetime show, which he hosts alongside Vick Hope.
  
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• Car overloaded with passengers crashes on motorway roundabout

  24-12-2021 11:38
  
  Police have said a crash involving a car overloaded with passengers 'could have been a lot worse'.
  
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• Nelson driver has uninsured car seized after testing positive for cocaine

  24-12-2021 10:58
  
  A driver had his car seized after testing positive for cocaine.
  
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• Ramsbottom Service Station in Stubbins Lane to open 24 hours days

  24-12-2021 10:25
  
  A PETROL station has been given the green light to open 24-hours ­— despite residents' objections it could be a magnet for gangs of youths and cause disruption in the local area.
  
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• Ramsbottom Service Station in Stubbins Lane to open 24-hours a day

  24-12-2021 10:25
  
  A Ramsbottom service station has been given the green light to open 24-hours ­— despite objections from residents.
  
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• Blackpool RSPCA urges potential dog owners to 'adopt, not shop'

  24-12-2021 10:20 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The RSPCA in Blackpool asks people to consider a rescue dog instead of a puppy during the festive season.
  
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• I Saw It First launches up to 90 per cent off seasonal sale

  24-12-2021 10:00
  
  Christmas has come early this year as I Saw It First has released an early seasonal sale.
  
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• Who remembers the Regent, the pub with the revolving door?

  24-12-2021 06:00
  
  Among the many changes during the regeneration work in Blackburn town centre in the Sixties, this new building is often forgotten.
  
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• Touching animation released to wish 'Merry Christmas' to Burnley FC fans

  24-12-2021 06:00
  
  A touching animation, voiced by Jordan North, of a family taking in a widowed Burnley FC fan over Christmas has been released by the team to wish their fans peace and goodwill over the festive season.
  
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• 'Sick dad' excuse for Blackburn M6 speeder who was banned from roads

  24-12-2021 06:00
  
  A MOTORIST stopped for speeding on the M6 toll road turned out to be disqualified.
  
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• Rowdy customer punched Blackburn takeaway worker's teeth out

  24-12-2021 06:00
  
  A TAKEAWAY owner had two of his teeth punched out when he tried to remove a drunken man who was upsetting customers by making abusive comments.
  
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• Ramsbottom EG Group petrol station allowed to open 24 hours

  24-12-2021 06:00
  
  PERMISSION has been granted to allow a Ramsbottom EG Group petrol station to open all day, despite objections from residents.
  
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• Mum struck down with long Covid thankful after fundraiser keeps daughter dancing

  24-12-2021 06:00
  
  A mother struck down with long-Covid has thanked the public for their help keeping her daughters dancing dream alive.
  
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• Meet the adorable puppy who is Lancashire Police's newest recruit

  24-12-2021 06:00
  
  AN adorable puppy whose future lies in keeping the people of Lancashire safe has joined the police.
  
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• Lytham: Man threatened to 'burn down' Blackpool Victoria Hospital

  24-12-2021 06:00
  
  A MAN who told hospital staff that he intended to "burn the hospital down" has been given a suspended prison sentence.
  
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• Letter: No option but to bring back the death penalty

  24-12-2021 06:00
  
  The headline news last Saturday detailing the conviction of Jordan Monaghan for murdering his partner and two infant children followed hard on the shoulders of other recent horrific crimes and in my opinion calls for the restoration of capital punishment.
  
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• Lancashire speed checks carried out here over Christmas

  24-12-2021 06:00
  
  CHRISTMAS is a busy time for many with thousands rushing around to meet family and get the most out of the festive period.
  
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• Funeral taking place for Christine Pilkington who had a 'caring nature'

  24-12-2021 06:00
  
  A FUNERAL service is to take place today for a ‘caring woman’ who also liked to socialise with friends.
  
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• Eastenders, Coronation Street and more: Watch the best Christmas TV cliffhangers

  24-12-2021 06:00
  
  When it comes to Christmas TV cliffhangers, there have been some intense and gripping moments on our screens over the years.
  
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• Coronation Street star Alex Bain says 'wear a mask' as he travels to meet model girlfriend

  24-12-2021 06:00
  
  A YOUNG soap star has urged the public to wear masks on public transport as they travel to see loved ones this Christmas.
  
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• Christmas charity single released to help Burnley community church

  24-12-2021 06:00
  
  A former addict has produced and released a single to raise money for a Burnley charity which helps disadvantaged people.
  
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• Bureau Centre for the Arts looking for new home in Blackburn

  24-12-2021 06:00
  
  A new home is being sought for a community after it is set to lose its current premises due to the reformation of Blackburn city centre.
  
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• What are the safest and most dangerous countries in the world for women?

  24-12-2021 05:59
  
  New research has explored the safest and the most dangerous countries in the world for women. The SafetyDetectives team have published the report "Women's Safety Around the World".
  
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• Aldi, M&S, Sainsbury's and more - watch every Christmas 2021 advert

  24-12-2021 03:00
  
  With just days left until Christmas, which 2021 advert can be crowned the winner this festive season? Check out our rundown of the Christmas 2021 adverts from Aldi, M&S and more.
  
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• The Queen's top 5 most memorable Christmas Day speeches - watch them here

  24-12-2021 01:01
  
  2021 will be the Queen's 69th Christmas Day message, but of her 67 speeches so far, which ones have been most memorable?
  
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• Best takeaways in Blackburn according to TripAdvisor reviews

  24-12-2021 01:01
  
  Blackburn has a huge selection of restaurants that are available for takeaway or delivery, here are the top five according to TripAdvisor reviews.
  
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• Best restaurants in Blackburn according to TripAdvisor reviews

  24-12-2021 01:01
  
  Blackburn has a huge selection of restaurants that are available for takeaway or delivery, here are the top five according to TripAdvisor reviews.
  
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