Blackburn with Darwen news

• Is British Gas app and website down? What we know

  31-01-2022 20:52
  
  British Gas is currently experiencing an outage with its online services, including the app and website.
  
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• British Gas website and app services down - what we know

  31-01-2022 20:52
  
  British Gas is currently experiencing an outage with its online services, including the app and website.
  
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• Blackpool pair celebrate world record for pulling van

  31-01-2022 19:13 via bbc.co.uk
  
  James Baker and John Darwen's challenge saw them haul a van over 21 miles (35 km) in 24 hours.
  
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• Tesco to scrap hundreds of jobs and close Jack's discount stores

  31-01-2022 18:31
  
  Tesco has announced it will close some of its meat, fish and deli counters across the UK and its discount stores Jack's.
  
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• Sue Gray report: Lindsay Hoyle ejects SNP leader from Commons

  31-01-2022 17:46
  
  IAN Blackford was kicked out of the Commons after Boris Johnson’s statement on Sue Gray’s report for accusing the Prime Minister of misleading the House and being untruthful.
  
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• Dylan Connolly: Morecambe sign Northampton Town winger on 18-month deal

  31-01-2022 17:18 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Morecambe sign Dylan Connolly from Northampton Town on an 18-month permanent deal.
  
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• Sue Gray Report: Read the report in full about Boris Johnson party allegations

  31-01-2022 16:47
  
  The 12-page report has been published on the government website.
  
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• Ramsbottom: Family who flooded region with drugs 'while living life of luxury'

  31-01-2022 16:43
  
  FOUR family members have today been sentenced after "life of luxury" while flooding the region with cocaine.
  
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• Ramsbottom: Family flooded region with drugs 'while living life of luxury'

  31-01-2022 16:43
  
  FOUR family members have today been sentenced after living a "life of luxury" while flooding the region with cocaine.
  
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• Wout Weghorst's first words after joining Burnley from Wolfsburg

  31-01-2022 15:24
  
  DUTCH international Wout Weghorst believes he is a perfect fit for Burnley after joining from Wolfsburg.
  
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• Miss Lancashire and NHS doctor run around the streets in underwear

  31-01-2022 14:52
  
  A MISS England beauty queen and NHS doctor have braved the chilly British weather to raise thousands for charity by running around a city - in their underwear.
  
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• Texas synagogue siege: Second man held in Manchester released

  31-01-2022 14:19 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Both men were arrested in Manchester as part of the inquiry into the Texas synagogue siege.
  
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• Bambo Diaby: Preston North End sign ex-Barnsley defender after doping ban expires

  31-01-2022 14:01 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Preston sign ex-Barnsley defender Bambo Diaby until the end of the season, after his doping ban expires.
  
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• Eden Project North: Council passes plans for Morecambe attraction

  31-01-2022 13:57 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Proposals for a new Eden Project in Morecambe are passed by the local council.
  
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• Lancashire's Eden North planning application approved

  31-01-2022 13:51
  
  Lancaster City Council has approved planning permission for the Eden North eco-tourism attraction in Morecambe, with proposals including shell-shaped exhibition pavillions, indoor and outdoor activities, and extra events through the summer.
  
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• Second man released as police continue to work with US authorities over Texas terror attack

  31-01-2022 13:42
  
  A second man arrested as part of an investigation into a hostage incident in Texas has been released from custody.
  
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• Ramsbottom: Red Hall Hotel applies to build ‘wedding garden’

  31-01-2022 13:38
  
  A RURAL hotel has revealed plans for a ‘wedding garden’ due to the increasing popularity of outdoor ceremonies.
  
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• Tiger Patel thanks council for repairing park equipment from viral video

  31-01-2022 13:30
  
  A councillor who went viral following a campaign video he released during the election has thanked the council for installing new park equipment.
  
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• Beryly Lubala: Northampton Town sign Blackpool forward on loan

  31-01-2022 13:29 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Northampton Town sign Blackpool attacker Beryly Lubala on loan for the rest of the season.
  
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• Accrington man who landed '16 or 17 blows' to partner's face avoids spell in jail

  31-01-2022 13:17
  
  A man who punched the mother of his children 17 times in the face while drunk has avoided a spell in prison.
  
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• Burnley fans react to Wout Weghorst signing from Wolfsburg

  31-01-2022 13:03
  
  BURNLEY have signed Dutch international Wout Weghorst from German side Wolfsburg for an undisclosed fee.
  
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• Wout Weghorst: Burnley sign Netherlands striker from Wolfsburg for £12m

  31-01-2022 12:43 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Burnley sign Netherlands striker Wout Weghorst from Wolfsburg for £12m on a three-and-a-half-year deal.
  
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• Lancashire's £1.3m plan to help people suffering domestic abuse

  31-01-2022 12:18
  
  A new early intervention programme will aim to stop domestic abuse taking hold in Lancashire households where a partner has begun to fall victim to physical or verbal attacks and controlling behaviour.
  
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• Rossendale: Rawtenstall Cricket Club legend Peter Wood dies

  31-01-2022 12:15
  
  LEGENDARY East Lancashire cricketer and businessman, Peter Wood, has died aged 70.
  
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• Burnley complete signing of Wolfsburg and Holland striker Wout Weghorst

  31-01-2022 12:12
  
  BURNLEY have signed Dutch international Wout Weghorst from German side Wolfsburg for an undisclosed fee.
  
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• MAC launches Re-Think Pink lipstick collection with 17 new shades

  31-01-2022 11:54
  
  MAC has launched a Re-Think Pink collection with 17 new shades of pink lipstick and lip glosses.
  
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• Isle of Man ferry crossings to Lancashire resume

  31-01-2022 11:43 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The Ben-my-Chree departs for Heysham after disruption to sailings due to bad weather.
  
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• Group of teens steal wheelchairs from Morrisons supermarket

  31-01-2022 11:34
  
  A group of teens stole wheelchairs from Morrisons as they wreaked havoc across a town over the weekend.
  
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• Blue Light Card to give Valentine's discounts at Ernest Jones, H Samuel and more

  31-01-2022 11:31
  
  Blue Light Card is offering 40% off Valentine's discounts at major retailers from Enrest Jones, H Samuel, Ann Summers, Virgin Experience Days and more.
  
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• National Hot Chocolate Day - Items from Hotel Chocolat, Whittard, Aldi and more

  31-01-2022 11:30
  
  Here's a range of hot chocolate items that'll make that sofa day extra special.
  
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• Sue Gray Downing Street Lockdown Party report to be published 'soon'

  31-01-2022 11:28
  
  The report on the alleged lockdown parties in Dowing Street is expected soon from the Senior Whitehall official.
  
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• COVID UK: Government 'U-turn' on mandatory Covid vaccines for NHS and care workers

  31-01-2022 11:26
  
  Sajid Javid has been facing pressure to scrap the requirement in fears of staff shortages.
  
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• Blackpool death: Man guilty of murdering ex-girlfriend's dad

  31-01-2022 10:57 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Levi Westhead, 18, stabbed Mark Webster 12 times after he refused to let him see his daughter.
  
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• M61: Police helicopter chases stolen car up wrong side of motorway

  31-01-2022 10:48
  
  FOUR people have been arrested after a stolen car was chased down the wrong side motorway by a police helicopter.
  
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• Newly disqualified driver stopped on M55 and tests positive for drugs

  31-01-2022 10:20
  
  A newly disqualified driver was caught on the M55 high on drugs.
  
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• Drunk man pulled trousers round his ankles and urinated on train station platform

  31-01-2022 09:36
  
  A drunk man who pulled his trousers down and urinated on a train station platform has been charged.
  
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• White Transit van stolen from Blackpool found on false plates in Rishton

  31-01-2022 09:24
  
  Quick thinking officers were able to locate a stolen van on false plates as it was moved across the county.
  
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• Work begins on new 8000 sq.ft extension at Blackburn toilet roll manufacturer

  31-01-2022 09:20
  
  Work has started on new building extensions at a Blackburn based toilet and hygiene roll manufacturer.
  
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• Drivers warned they face fines over 'friendly warning' commonly used on UK roads

  31-01-2022 09:19
  
  Drivers were told although chances were low, it is still not worth the risk.
  
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• Mercedes driver sticks finger up at speed camera while travelling at 103mph on M65

  31-01-2022 09:14
  
  A Mercedes driver will have to explain himself to magistrates after sticking his finger up at a speed camera while travelling at 103mph.
  
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• Mercedes driver stick finger up at speed camera while travelling at 103mph on M65

  31-01-2022 09:14
  
  A Mercedes driver will have to explain himself to magistrates after sticking his finger up at a speed camera while travelling at 103mph.
  
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• Stolen Range Rover chased through Nelson before heading to Manchester

  31-01-2022 09:08
  
  A stolen Range Rover was chased by police through East Lancashire and Greater Manchester before being stopped.
  
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• Traffic unable to join M6 as crash causes early morning chaos on motorway

  31-01-2022 08:52
  
  Traffic is unable to join the M6 this morning after a crash has caused chaos at a busy junction.
  
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• Police seize stolen van following numerous reports of dangerous driving

  31-01-2022 08:42
  
  A stolen van was seized after police received numerous reports of dangerous driving.
  
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• Praise for Blackburn short-break centre as it receives 'outstanding' Ofsted report

  31-01-2022 08:27
  
  Caring staff at a council-run short break centre for disabled children have been praised for their ‘outstanding’ work by Ofsted.
  
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• Three teens arrested as second dispersal order issued in under a month

  31-01-2022 08:20
  
  Three people were arrested as a second dispersal order was put in place due to concerns over persistent anti-social behaviour.
  
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• Teacher to retire after 29 years at Audley Junior School

  31-01-2022 06:00
  
  A teacher who was known fondly for having a 'red Ferrari' is leaving after teaching at a Blackburn primary school for 29 years.
  
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• Remember the day Blackburn town centre went traffic free?

  31-01-2022 06:00
  
  Sorry sir, you can’t drive down there any more!
  
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• Padiham man died after taking fatal dose of methadone

  31-01-2022 06:00
  
  A heavy drinker was found dead by a friend after overdosing on methadone.
  
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• Disqualified drug driver gave police false details

  31-01-2022 06:00
  
  A DISQUALIFIED, drug driver gave police false details after he was stopped .
  
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