Blackburn with Darwen news

• Burnley Council will once again be run by Labour/LibDem pact

  18-05-2022 22:35
  
  THE partnership between Labour and the Liberal Democrats which has run Burnley Council for the past 12 months will continue.
  
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• The Fragrance Shop launches up to 60 percent off fragrances including Versace, HUGO BOSS

  18-05-2022 19:25
  
  The Fragrance Shop is running a 60% discount on designer perfumes.
  
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• Whitworth: Restaurant’s plea to customers after price hikes force closure

  18-05-2022 18:15
  
  Basil’s Bar and Grill, in Whitworth, announced its closure on Tuesday (17 May) and said they are “devastated” about the decision.
  
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• Teen with links to Blackburn wanted in connection with aggravated burglary

  18-05-2022 17:54
  
  A teenager is wanted by police in connection with an aggravated burglary.
  
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• Hyndburn Labour group gets new leader as two more councillors quit

  18-05-2022 17:43
  
  A STRIFE-torn council Labour group has lost two more councillors after appointing a new leader.
  
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• Blackpool: Jake Daniels accepts Marvin Ekpiteta apology for historical homophobic social media posts

  18-05-2022 16:36 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Jake Daniels tells Blackpool team-mate Marvin Ekpiteta that historical homophobic social media posts he made do not "define the man you are today".
  
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• Blackburn: Operation launched to free man from cement mixer

  18-05-2022 16:12
  
  A ROAD was closed as a man was rescued from inside of a cement mixer.
  
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• Investigation launched as video of Burnley teacher calling pupil 'scumbag' goes viral

  18-05-2022 16:00
  
  AN invesigation is under way following an incident at an East Lancashire high school where a teacher calls a student a "scumbag".
  
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• Preston woman found dead in home was wonderful, family say

  18-05-2022 14:31 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Sarah Ashcroft "brought so much love and light" into the lives of her family, her eldest child says.
  
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• PRESTON: Freddie Flintoff features in trailer for new Top Gear series

  18-05-2022 14:15
  
  Andrew ‘Freddie’ Flintoff has found himself in a sticky situation with airport security in a trailer for a brand new series of Top Gear.
  
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• Three charged in connection with high value burglaries across Lancashire

  18-05-2022 14:10
  
  Three people have been charged in connection with 17 high value burglaries in Lancashire.
  
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• Lancashire man arrested in connection with county lines and child exploitation offences

  18-05-2022 14:05
  
  Three people have been arrested in connection with county lines drug dealing and the criminal exploitation of children, following warrants executed today.
  
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• Tributes to 'wonderful mother, daughter and sister' found dead in house on Sunday

  18-05-2022 13:49
  
  Tributes have been paid to a 'wonderful mother, daughter and sister' who was found dead inside a house at the weekend.
  
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• Former housing development site to be turned into £6million sports village

  18-05-2022 13:41
  
  Land which originally formed part of a housing development is due to be cleared to enable the development of a community sports village project.
  
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• Former council building in Padiham up for auction with £250,000 guide price

  18-05-2022 13:26
  
  A FORMER council building is going under the hammer with a guide price of £250,000.
  
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• The Royal Mint to release new Pride 50p coin to mark 50 years of the UK Pride movement

  18-05-2022 12:43
  
  The first official UK Gay Pride Rally was held in London on July 1 1972 since it was the closest Saturday to the anniversary of the 1969 Stonewall riots.
  
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• Shop Party Pieces Platinum Jubilee collection now

  18-05-2022 12:43
  
  In less than a month we will all be enjoying a long Bank Hoilday weekend as we celebrate the Queens Platinum Jubilee.
  
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• Aldi launches Vanilla Honey Golden Bath Nectar and here's what I thought

  18-05-2022 12:42
  
  Aldi's best-selling product is a dupe for the Laura Mercier bath product.
  
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• Wonka Bar recalled with 'do not eat' warnings over health concerns

  18-05-2022 12:39
  
  Sometimes there will be a problem with a food product that means it should not be sold.
  
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• Asda, Tesco and Sainsbury's shoppers urged to check cupboards amid salmonella recall

  18-05-2022 12:39
  
  “Our advice to consumers If you have bought the above products do not eat them."
  
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• Pugs no longer ‘typical dogs’ due to high health risks

  18-05-2022 12:35
  
  These health issues associated with pugs are often perceived as ‘cute’ or ‘normal’ for the breed, often making them desirable for pet owners.
  
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• Inflation rises to highest in 40 years following hike in energy costs

  18-05-2022 12:35
  
  The rate of inflation has increased at its fasted rate on record over the previous month, official figures show.
  
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• Tory MP accused of rape and sexual assault is released on bail

  18-05-2022 12:34
  
  Tory chief whip Chris Heaton-Harris urged the MP to stay away from Parliament but has not suspended the whip, meaning the suspect remains a member.
  
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• UK may see 'blood rain' this week due to thunderstorms

  18-05-2022 12:33
  
  'Blood rain' occurs when relatively high concentrations of red coloured dust or particles get mixed with rain.
  
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• Sir Lindsay Hoyle makes visit to new Co-Op in Clayton-le-Woods to mark its launch

  18-05-2022 12:00
  
  THE team at a new food store in Lancashire were delighted to welcome Mr Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle for a special visit on launch day.
  
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• Blackburn couple banned from keeping animals as kitten dies after being thrown against wall

  18-05-2022 12:00
  
  A couple have been banned from keeping animals for life after a kitten died and two other cats were left with serious injuries.
  
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• Eight Pendle schools to receive share of £498m to improve building conditions

  18-05-2022 10:44
  
  Schools in an East Lancashire borough are set to benefit from a share of £498million funding to improve the condition of their buildings.
  
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• Liam Hurt: Derbyshire sign Lancashire fast bowler on loan

  18-05-2022 10:41 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Derbyshire sign Lancashire fast bowler Liam Hurt on a "short-term" loan to cover for the injured Ryan Sidebottom.
  
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• James Anderson & Stuart Broad recalled by England for New Zealand Tests

  18-05-2022 10:30 via bbc.co.uk
  
  England recall their all-time leading wicket-takers James Anderson and Stuart Broad for the first two Tests against New Zealand.
  
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• Tributes to biker who died in Lancashire crash after failing to negotiate left-hand bend

  18-05-2022 10:17
  
  The family of a biker who sadly died following a crash have paid tribute to him.
  
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• The Ferret: Threatened Preston venue given community asset status

  18-05-2022 10:09 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The Ferret in Preston has been under threat since the building housing it was listed for sale in March.
  
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• Five injured as suspected explosion rips through block of flats

  18-05-2022 09:05
  
  Five people were hurt in a suspected explosion which caused major damage to two flats.
  
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• Five hurt as suspected explosion rips through block of flats

  18-05-2022 09:05
  
  Five people were hurt in a suspected explosion which caused major damage to two flats.
  
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• 75 properties without power overnight following house fire

  18-05-2022 08:32
  
  Gas supplies to 75 properties were affected following a house fire in Chorley.
  
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• Tesco issues urgent two week warning to Tesco Clubcard customers in May

  18-05-2022 08:07
  
  Tesco Clubcard users have been issued a two week warning with vouchers set to expire on May 31st.
  
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• Pavement parking called to be banned due to its 'discriminatory' impact

  18-05-2022 08:06
  
  The practice is already banned in London and the Government is considering extending this across England
  
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• UCLan medical students to use VR technology in classroom

  18-05-2022 06:00
  
  Medical students from the University of Central Lancashire will be using virtual reality headsets to learn how to diagnose and treat patients.
  
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• Sara Britcliffe welcomes campaign to boost take up of pension credit in Hyndburn

  18-05-2022 06:00
  
  AN East Lancashire MP has welcomed a new campaign to boost the take-up of pension credit in their constituency as part of wider support with the cost of living.
  
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• Rossendale: 'Queen' to perform for Platinum Jubilee celebration

  18-05-2022 06:00
  
  'Freddie Mercury' will be making an appearance in Rossendale next month to mark the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.
  
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• Restored Darwen Tower starts to be revealed

  18-05-2022 06:00
  
  THE scaffolding is being removed at Darwen Tower marking the end of the first phase of its £305,000 restoration.
  
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• Newspaper commended for highlighting concerns over man who tragically died in blaze

  18-05-2022 06:00
  
  THE family of a man who died in a fire in Blackburn have thanked the Lancashire Telegraph for helping to raise concerns over their missing brother.
  
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• New artisan pizza restaurant coming to Ormskirk

  18-05-2022 06:00
  
  No 61 Pizza, which currently owns a shop on Market Street in Chorley, is opening a second restaurant in Ormskirk.
  
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• Nelson and Colne College group celebrate 'outstanding' Ofsted

  18-05-2022 06:00
  
  STAFF and students of Nelson and Colne College Group are celebrating after receiving ‘outstanding' Ofsted ratings at all three sites.
  
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• Motor show 'Pendle Powerfest' set to return with a bang

  18-05-2022 06:00
  
  A major Lancashire car show is back for the first time in three years following Covid cancellations.
  
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• Fighting Blackburn and Preston fans caused commuter panic at station

  18-05-2022 06:00
  
  A TEENAGER who was involved in organised football violence on Preston railway station has escaped a football banning order.
  
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• Family petition to stop paedophile father being buried by brother

  18-05-2022 06:00
  
  THE family of Stephen Wilcock, who died aged 18, want to reclaim the grave next to him where his paedophile father Kevin Harrison is set to be buried.
  
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• Ewood Park launch for campaign to kick decay out kids' teeth

  18-05-2022 06:00
  
  A BOROUGH has kicked off it £120,000 a year drive to improve dental health - especially among children.
  
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• Dangerous driver led officers on prolonged East Lancashire pursuit

  18-05-2022 06:00
  
  A WANTED man led officers on a high-speed chase around the streets of East Lancashire during a pursuit which lasted over an hour.
  
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• Curzon Street in Burnley to be closed for several weeks

  18-05-2022 06:00
  
  A BUSY road is to be closed for several weeks as essential work takes place to strengthen a bridge.
  
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• Cumbrian woman found guilty of murdering baby

  18-05-2022 06:00
  
  A WOMAN has been found guilty of murdering the 13-month-old baby she wanted to adopt.
  
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