Blackburn with Darwen news

• Fire breaks out at Blackburn car garage next to bus depot

  19-06-2022 21:12
  
  A fire has broken out behind the Intack pub in Blackburn.
  
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• T20 Blast: Lancashire go top of North Group, Surrey remain unbeaten

  19-06-2022 19:57 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Lancashire Lightning defeat Notts Outlaws to go top of the North Group, while unbeaten Surrey remain at the South Group's summit.
  
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• Lee Dawson stabbing: Seven arrested on suspicion of murder

  19-06-2022 17:59 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Lee Dawson, who lived in Sunderland, died in hospital after being found with stab wounds in Preston.
  
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• Hundreds turn out to enjoy return of Oswaldtwistle carnival and parade

  19-06-2022 15:54
  
  Hundreds turned out to celebrate the return of the Oswaldtwistle carnival after a two-year hiatus.
  
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• Armed Forces Day flag to be raised at Blackburn and Darwen town halls

  19-06-2022 11:59
  
  Flags will be raised at Blackburn and Darwen town halls to show support for our armed forces.
  
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• Uninsured driver pulled over on M61 arrested after failing drug swipe

  19-06-2022 10:15
  
  An uninsured driver who overtook an unmarked police car on the motorway failed a drug swipe and had taken the car without the owner’s consent.
  
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• This impressive Balderstone house in the country has lots of character and rural charm

  19-06-2022 10:14
  
  A STUNNING four-bedroom home oozing character, charm and relaxing surroundings awaits the buyer of this property.
  
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• Public thanked for helping to calm down man in distress near M61

  19-06-2022 10:04
  
  Members of the public have been thanked by the police for helping to calm down a man in distress.
  
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• Bex Faragher loses five stone training in the boxing ring and turns life around

  19-06-2022 08:45
  
  A WOMAN has packed a punch in trimming down the pounds by taking up boxing training and turning her life around.
  
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• You can book an overnight stay in an Airbnb with a miniature horse!

  19-06-2022 08:42
  
  This is a unique stay you can enjoy at an Airbnb in the UK
  
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• Is Too Good To Go worth it? I spent £10 on the surplus food app and this is what I got

  19-06-2022 08:40
  
  Too Good To Go connects customers to restaurants, supermarkets, cafes, and independent businesses in their area that have an unsold surplus of food.
  
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• These are the dog breeds most at risk of heatstroke - how to spot and treat it

  19-06-2022 08:37
  
  Heatstroke is an illness that can occur in all dogs, but some breeds are slightly more susceptible to the heat.
  
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• Calls for English bulldogs to be banned in the UK over health issues

  19-06-2022 08:34
  
  A new study by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) found that the breed is much more prone to health issues than other dogs.
  
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• Aerial photo shows Whalley Range in Blackburn in 1990

  19-06-2022 06:38
  
  A view across the rooftops of Whalley Range, Blackburn, from the air in 1990.
  
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• Bailiffs sent into Roberto's in Blackburn after owner's arrest

  19-06-2022 06:31
  
  BAILIFFS have been called in to take possession of a Blackburn town centre restaurant.
  
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• Blackburn penthouse hits the rental market for £950pcm

  19-06-2022 06:17
  
  An ‘exclusive’ penthouse apartment which spans over two floors in the middle of Blackburn town centre can now be rented.
  
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• Toploader and Republica to headline Rivington Music Festival

  19-06-2022 06:00
  
  Rivington Music Festival is back for the first time since the pandemic, and it’s set to be the best one yet.
  
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• Shaparak Khorsandi bringing new show to Bolton Octagon

  19-06-2022 06:00
  
  Next month Shaparak Khorsandi will bring her new show It Was the 90s to Bolton’s Octagon Theatre. Before she indulges in a bit of time travel, the comedian answered a few questions
  
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• Seven Blackburn terraces destroyed in ferocious fire to be demolished

  19-06-2022 06:00
  
  A row of terraces that were destroyed after a ferocious fire ripped through the back gardens are to be demolished.
  
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• Police dog gives chase to nab drink-drive suspect

  19-06-2022 06:00
  
  A DRINK driver who tried to do a runner when he was stopped by police was "arrested" by police dog Hulk.
  
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• Pendle train stations looking for volunteers to help maintain the lines

  19-06-2022 06:00
  
  An East Lancashire train station is looking for new volunteers.
  
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• Parking on junctions and pavements causing ‘chaos’ for residents

  19-06-2022 06:00
  
  Parking on junctions and pavements is causing ‘chaos’ for residents in Clitheroe, it has been claimed.
  
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• New study reveals pub quiz capitals of the UK - and one is in Lancashire 

  19-06-2022 06:00
  
  New data has revealed that an area of Lancashire is one of the pub quiz capitals of the UK.
  
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• New exhibition explores the high-flying women of Gawthorpe Hall

  19-06-2022 06:00
  
  A new exhibition highlighting the stories of six remarkable Lancashire women has opened this week at Gawthorpe Hall in Padiham.
  
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• Historic Blackburn tennis club given 'ace' overhaul to rival likes of Monte Carlo

  19-06-2022 06:00
  
  Following two years of struggle and uncertainty due to the Covid pandemic, players at a small tennis club are celebrating as their historic venue has been given a total overhaul.
  
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• Heart Foundation to benefit from Rossendale art exhibition

  19-06-2022 06:00
  
  An art exhibition being held in Rossendale is set to benefit a heart foundation.
  
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• Burnley: Jordan North trolled over BBC Between the Covers jacket

  19-06-2022 06:00
  
  Burnley DJ, Jordan North, was trolled over a jacked he word on BBC show, Between the Covers.
  
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• Blackburn mum's thanks to club coaches after teenage son collapses during football match

  19-06-2022 06:00
  
  The mother of a teenager who collapsed on the pitch while playing football says it's vitally important grassroots club coaches are trained in advanced first aid.
  
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• Approval granted for three more apartments in former Holden Vale Hotel

  19-06-2022 06:00
  
  A former hotel which already houses 14 apartments is to have another three units created on the second floor after councillors approved a planning application.
  
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