Blackburn with Darwen news

• Shoppers 'disgust' at overflowing bins at Blackburn retail park

  24-12-2022 15:57
  
  Shoppers have spoken out after being greeted by overflowing bins at a popular retail shop.
  
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• Blackburn Cathedral ready to host live Christmas broadcasts

  24-12-2022 15:35 via bbc.co.uk
  Blackburn Cathedral is preparing to take centre stage in the BBC's live festive broadcasts.
  
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• Darwen electricians brighten up poorly children's days with stunning Blackburn mural - Lancs Live

  24-12-2022 14:58
  Darwen electricians brighten up poorly children's days with stunning Blackburn mural  Lancs Live
  
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• Woman who offered to help man was punched and robbed

  24-12-2022 14:07
  
  Police are appealing for witnesses and footage after a woman was assaulted and robbed in Lancaster.
  
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• Nearly 400 pubs closed in England and Wales in 2022

  24-12-2022 11:22
  
  The overall number of pubs decreased by 386 during 2022 in England and Wales
  
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• Blackburn cab firms say they will charge ‘normal rates’ over Christmas

  24-12-2022 11:14
  
  Two Blackburn cab firms say will not be putting prices up over the Christmas period.
  
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• Blackburn cab firm says it will charge ‘normal rates’ over Christmas

  24-12-2022 11:14
  
  Blackburn cab firm says it charge ‘normal rates’ over Christmas
  
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• Liam Gallagher donates trainers to Blackburn homeless shelter

  24-12-2022 09:56
  
  Liam Gallagher has sent 30 pairs of designer trainers to those staying at a homeless shelter in Blackburn.
  
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• Darwen electricians brighten up poorly children's days with stunning ... - Lancs Live

  24-12-2022 09:00
  Darwen electricians brighten up poorly children's days with stunning ...  Lancs Live
  
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• WATCH: 300 elves descend on Blackburn for mental health fundraiser

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  Hundreds of 'Elves' laced up their running shoes for Lancashire Mind’s annual fundraising event, Mental Elf.
  
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• Schools urged to sign up for major Eco conference at Blackburn Rovers

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  Schools from across the borough are being encouraged to sign up the North West Eco Schools Sustainability Conference which returns to Ewood Park next year.
  
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• Ramsbottom Pantry thank care home for raft of donated gifts

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  A Ramsbottom food bank has thanked a care home, a not-for-profit group and donators for their help during a “tough year”.  
  
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• Preston driver accuses Evri of underpayment and bad working conditions

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  A Preston employee has accused Evri of owing over a month’s worth of wages and allowing staff to work in freezing conditions.
  
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• People urged to seek mental health support over Christmas holidays

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  People are being urged to reach out if they are struggling with their mental health this festive period.
  
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• Owner 'devastated' as burst pipes cause thousands pounds worth damage

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  The owner of a sandwich shop in Accrington is ‘devastated’ after burst water pipes cause thousands of pounds worth of damage.
  
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• New Year Holcombe Game Cock Show cancelled after bird flu outbreak

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  A historic annual bird show, which takes place on New Year's Day, has been cancelled due to bird flu.
  
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• Learner driver who was drinking stole car to get McDonald's

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  A learner driver who had gone to get some chicken nuggets from McDonald’s after going out drinking tried to escape the police.
  
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• Laura Nuttall invited to become a firefighter for the day

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  An inspirational woman living who was diagnosed with terminal cancer has spent the day being a firefighter.
  
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• Lancashire Telegraph readers rally biggest Secret Santa giveaway

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  Blackburn Secret Santa has had their biggest and best giveaway ever this year, helping over 1,300 families this Christmas.
  
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• Jake Berry MP backs new apprenticeship roles within energy sector

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  An MP has backed a campaign to encourage more people to apply for apprenticeship roles within the UK energy sector
  
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• It might be cheaper getting a takeaway than cooking at home

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  During the Christmas holidays some of us may well be ordering a takeaway in.
  
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• Happy Cats is desperate for funding to help poorly felines

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  A cat rescue based in Hyndburn is crying out for funding to pay for the life-saving care of some poorly felines
  
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• Great photo offers amazing look at Blackburn's pre-war market

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  This fantastic photograph shows the old Blackburn market and although it is undated, it certainly looks as though it was taken well before the Second World War.
  
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• Generous donation to improve housing for homeless people in Blackburn

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  A Blackburn with Darwen homelessness charity has been gifted £1,500 to help improve supported living accommodation for vulnerable young people.
  
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• From HIV despair to hope - one East Lancs councillor's journey

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  AN East Lancs councillor has recalled thinking about suicide and feeling he faced a ‘death sentence’ after first being diagnosed with HIV.
  
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• Dean of Blackburn Peter Howell-Jones issues his 2022 Christmas message

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  The Dean of Blackburn, The Very Reverend Peter Howell-Jones, has issued his Christmas message for 2022.
  
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• Dean of Blackburn excited for BBC Christmas services at cathedral

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  The Very Reverend Peter-Howell Jones, Dean of Blackburn, is excited for the BBC to film their Christmas services at Blackburn Cathedral this year.
  
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• Chorley Police deliver selection boxes to kids for Christmas

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  Police asked the public to design a Christmas card and send it in to them if they wanted to get a hand delivered selection box.
  
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• Call to check on neighbours who may be lonely this Christmas

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  People are being urged to check on neighbours who may be struggling with loneliness over the Christmas period.
  
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• Burnley canalside mill site set for 73 new homes

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  A HOUSING developer has been granted outline planning permission to build 73 homes on a former mill site.
  
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• Burnley bedsit plan for 'derelict' corner house

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  A DERELICT corner house has been earmarked for bedsits.
  
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• Blackburn school pupils win competition to name new market

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  Two school children have a won a competition to name a new farmers’ market which is to be built at a farm on the outskirts of Blackburn
  
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• Blackburn residents urged to shop local this festive season

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  People in Blackburn are being urged to shop local on the lead up to Christmas and in the boxing day sales to support the local community.
  
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• Blackburn: Pensioner who faced Christmas alone helped by Depher

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  A Blackburn woman was set to spend Christmas Day alone, with eggs on toast for dinner, until Depher stepped in.
  
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• Blackburn mum wants debut book to 'empower' young children

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  A mother from Blackburn wants her new book, The Cub Without a Mane, to “empower young children to feel like they’ve got a voice.”
  
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• Blackburn mum to open Becky's Bakery in January 2023

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  Becky’s Bakery, on Whalley New Road in Ramsgreave, will take over Wild Flour Bakery in 2023.
  
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• Blackburn chef swaps careers after undergoing Skills City bootcamp

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  A Blackburn chef has transformed his career prospects as a digital technician after going through a free Skills Bootcamp training course.
  
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• Blackburn apprentice 'converts cash' into education success

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  Blackburn’s Cash Converters is celebrating after one its apprentices was awarded with a distinction
  
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• Bakery supports Blackburn charities ahead of Christmas

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  A bakery has donated cakes and delicacies to a range of local community groups and charities.
  
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• Annual tractor convoy to raise money for Marie Curie charity

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  An annual tractor ride has returned for a second year to raise funds for Marie Curie, in memory of the organisers mum.
  
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• Adorable puppy wins Lancashire Police Dog Unit raffle

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  Alfie won a hamper of items including a plush new dog bed, Canin dog food, an animal photoshoot, treats, a frisbee and more.
  
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• Accrington pupils' cute costumes for annual Nativity play

  24-12-2022 06:00
  
  The children of a Hyndburn primary school looked picture perfect as they took part in their annual Nativity play
  
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