Blackburn with Darwen news

• Chorley: Elderly man targeted by fraudsters claiming to be 'Blackburn Police'

  24-06-2022 21:34
  
  People have been urged to remain vigilant after an elderly man was tricked into withdrawing £1000s by a fraudster claiming to be from “Blackburn Police.”
  
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• Burnley: Men seen begging near Sainsbury's referred for support

  24-06-2022 18:51
  
  A group of men who had been seen begging near a supermarket have now been referred to receive the support they need, according to police.
  
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• Man arrested in connection with Co-op robbery - Lancashire Telegraph

  24-06-2022 18:09
  
  Man arrested in connection with Co-op robbery  Lancashire Telegraph
  
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• Darwen: Man arrested in connection with Blackburn Road Co-op robbery

  24-06-2022 18:09
  
  A man has been arrested after a robbery of a Co-op store in which staff were threatened with a weapon earlier this week.
  
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• Vincent Kompany: Burnley boss says return to Premier League not essential

  24-06-2022 18:04 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Burnley boss Vincent Kompany says an immediate Premier League return is not essential as the club can manage their debt.
  
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• Megan Lee's family recognised for hard work following her death

  24-06-2022 14:43
  
  The parents of a teenager who died after having a serious allergic reaction have been honoured for their dedication and commitment to raising awareness of food allergens.
  
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• Darragh Lenihan: Middlesbrough sign Blackburn Rovers defender on four-year deal

  24-06-2022 14:10 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Middlesbrough sign Blackburn Rovers defender Darragh Lenihan on a four-year contract.
  
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• People run for cover following car fire in town centre

  24-06-2022 14:07
  
  Emergency services were called to put out a vehicle fire in Blackburn Town Centre.
  
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• Loud bangs heard following car fire close to Blackburn railway station

  24-06-2022 14:07
  
  Emergency services were called to put out a vehicle fire in Blackburn Town Centre.
  
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• Gymshark launches new clothing collection with its athlete Whitney Simmons- Shop the range

  24-06-2022 12:53
  
  Gymshark has launched a new collection of gym wear with one of its athletes, Whitney Simmons.
  
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• Boris Johnson vows to 'keep going' after Tory by-election double loss

  24-06-2022 12:48
  
  Seats at Tiverton and Honiton and in Wakefield were lost in by-elections.
  
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• Play with a professional darts player at local youth academy

  24-06-2022 12:27
  
  Blackburn locals will have the chance to play darts with a professional darts player to raise funds for a youth organisation next month.
  
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• Disabled teenager taken to prom in helicopter thanks to Dave Fishwick

  24-06-2022 12:00
  
  A teenager has been taken to his high school prom by helicopter and for a ride in a Ferrari thanks to self-made millionaire Dave Fishwick.
  
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• 'High-risk' sex offender with links to Blackburn and Accrington wanted by police

  24-06-2022 11:41
  
  Police are looking to trace a registered sex offender who has breached his notification requirements.
  
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• 'High-risk' sex offender wanted by police found

  24-06-2022 11:41
  
  Police have found a registered sex offender who breached his notification requirements.
  
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• Fresh Typhoons order is major boost for BAE in East Lancashire

  24-06-2022 11:12
  
  AN order by the Spanish for 20 new Eurofighters will see production of Typhoons continue in East Lancashire until at least 2025.
  
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• Met Office weather warning: Thunderstorms across East Lancashire

  24-06-2022 10:56
  
  The weather service has granted a yellow weather warning for thunderstorms.
  
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• Four wanted in connection with theft of metal in Blackburn

  24-06-2022 10:37
  
  Police have released CCTV images of four men they want to speak to following the theft of high value metal from a business.
  
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• Four wanted in connection with theft of high value metal

  24-06-2022 10:37
  
  Police have released CCTV images of four men they want to speak to following the theft of high value metal from a business.
  
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• Range Rover used in petrol thefts stopped after being spotted near Blackburn

  24-06-2022 09:20
  
  Police have caught up with a vehicle which had been used in multiple petrol drive offs.
  
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• Council leader pens open letter to borough's residents - Lancashire Telegraph

  24-06-2022 09:09
  
  Council leader pens open letter to borough's residents  Lancashire Telegraph
  
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• Blackburn with Darwen Council leader pens open letter to borough's residents

  24-06-2022 09:09
  
  The leader of Blackburn with Darwen Council has penned an open letter to the borough's residents.
  
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• Fourth man charged in connection with murder of Lee Dawson

  24-06-2022 08:47
  
  Police investigating the death of Lee Dawson in Preston have charged another man with his murder.
  
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• UK drivers told to make two simple changes to save hundreds each year on petrol

  24-06-2022 08:40
  
  The average price of petrol was a record 189.3p per litre, which the AA branded “a disgrace”.
  
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• Oliver Dowden resigns as Tories lose two by-elections

  24-06-2022 08:36
  
  Dowden resigned after the Conservatives lost seats in Tiverton and Honiton as well as Wakefield.
  
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• Lee Dawson: Fourth murder charge over Preston man's stabbing

  24-06-2022 07:46 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A 33-year-old is the fourth man charged with murdering "big friendly giant" Lee Dawson in Preston.
  
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• Six trees in Blackpool town centre cost £174k, council says

  24-06-2022 07:18 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Blackpool Council says a government grant was spent on the trees and building an underground system.
  
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• Hazel dormice released to create 'northern stronghold' near Carnforth

  24-06-2022 07:14 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The release is part of an attempt to create a bigger, better-connected population in north-west England.
  
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• 'Ed Sheeran' to play show in July in Rawtenstall

  24-06-2022 06:07
  
  'Ed Sheeran' is set to rock a music venue in East Lancashire next month, when his hits are played at St Mary's Chambers in Rawtenstall.
  
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• Whalley Artisan Market returns this weekend

  24-06-2022 06:01
  
  The bustling Whalley Market is set to return this weekend with more than 50 local traders, artisan food and much more.
  
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• Nelson mum fined for not having Covid test kit at Heathrow

  24-06-2022 06:01
  
  A WOMAN from Nelson has been fined a total of more than £800 after failing to have a Covid-19 test kit when arriving at Heathrow.
  
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• Rossendale council wins award for Forest campaign

  24-06-2022 06:00
  
  Rossendale Council has won a regional Public Sector PR award in recognition of the Rossendale Forest initiative.
  
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• Ribble Valley caravan park sold to UK holiday company

  24-06-2022 06:00
  
  A holiday park which was looking to expand its site, much to the dismay of local residents, has been sold to a British company.
  
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• Paddler aiming to break world record along full length of River Ribble

  24-06-2022 06:00
  
  A keen paddle boarder is set to take on his most daring challenge and it is all in aid of Dementia UK.
  
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• Mum feels 'trapped' due to overgrown council trees

  24-06-2022 06:00
  
  A mother has tried to contact the council for over a year about an overgrown tree in her garden which is causing safety and mental health issues.
  
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• Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS trust shortlisted for awards

  24-06-2022 06:00
  
  The county’s NHS trust has been shortlisted eight times across six categories at this year’s HSJ Patient Safety Awards.
  
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• ‘It’s great to be back’ says organiser of Lytham Festival

  24-06-2022 06:00
  
  CONSIDERING around 200,000 people are relying on him and his team to provide them with some unforgettable entertainment over the next couple of weeks, Peter Taylor sounds remarkably relaxed.
  
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• Increase of racial and religious crimes reported to Lancashire Police

  24-06-2022 06:00
  
  More racially or religiously aggravated crimes were reported to the police last year.
  
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• Gisburn hotel invites couple who stayed for 1976 wedding back for £13.49

  24-06-2022 06:00
  
  A couple who spent their honeymoon night at an East Lancashire hotel were invited back nearly 46 years later at the same price they paid in 1976.
  
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• Funds raised for St James' Church at Accrington food festival

  24-06-2022 06:00
  
  Accrington-based training provider North Lancs Training Group (NLTG) have raised £350 for St James' Church on Cannon Street in Accrington following their activities at the recent Accrington Food and Drink Festival.
  
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• Burnley band will perform with The Fratellis at festival

  24-06-2022 06:00
  
  Battle of the Bands winners from Burnley will be performing alongside The Fratellis at a music festival in August.
  
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• Burnley and Padiham accused 'flasher' pleads not guilty at crown court

  24-06-2022 06:00
  
  A man accused of six ‘flashing’ incidents around Burnley and Padiham has denied all charges.
  
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• Bowland Beer Hall, Clitheroe, named best Taproom at National Pub and Bar Awards

  24-06-2022 06:00
  
  The popular East Lancashire bar Bowland Beer Hall has been crowned the UK’s best Taproom at the National Pub and Bar Awards 2022.
  
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• Blackburn sixth form students invited to University of Lancaster

  24-06-2022 06:00
  
  Three sixth-form students have been invited to get a taste of what it’s like to study at Lancaster University.
  
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• Bacup and Stacksteads Carnival to return after three-year hiatus

  24-06-2022 06:00
  
  Sunday will see one of Rossendale’s largest events return to the streets of Bacup after a three-year absence.
  
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