Blackburn with Darwen news

• Six arrested over drugs and money laundering offences following raids

  01-03-2023 21:09
  
  Six people have been arrested following raids at six addresses in Preston and Blackpool.
  
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• Construction of Burnley £11m commercial estate to start in June

  01-03-2023 18:00
  
  WORK will start this summer on an £11 million commercial estate.
  
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• Aya Hachem: Suhayl Suleman and Louis Otway face murder trial

  01-03-2023 17:15
  
  Suhayl Suleman and Junior Louis Otway face trial for their alleged involvement in the murder of Aya Hachem and the attempted murder of Pachah Khan.
  
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• Appeal to find good Samaritan who came to woman's aid in Blackburn

  01-03-2023 16:32
  
  Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward after a woman was chased by a man in Blackburn.
  
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• Lower Darwen homes on paper mill site set to go on sale

  01-03-2023 16:00
  
  HOMES on a new flagship multi-million pound development are set to go on sale soon.
  
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• Vehicle seized in Preston after activating multiple speed cameras

  01-03-2023 15:57
  
  A vehicle has been seized in Preston after activating multiple speed cameras across Lancashire recently.
  
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• Police continue appeal after woman found dead in Oswaldrwistle

  01-03-2023 15:08
  
  Detectives investigating the death of a woman in Oswaldtwistle are continuing to appeal for information
  
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• Burnley man arrested after crashing car with deer carcass in vehicle

  01-03-2023 14:42
  
  A Burnley man has been arrested after a deer carcass and other poaching-related items were found in a car he just crashed.
  
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• Rossendale residents can 'taste the smell' as diesel spills into river

  01-03-2023 14:20
  
  The Environment Agency has been sent out to investigate reports of diesel spilling into a watercourse in Rossendale
  
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• Firefighters attend Chorley domestic property fire

  01-03-2023 14:08
  
  Firefighters spent two hours battling a domestic property fire in Chorley this morning (March 1).
  
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• Foodie Darwen market plans being developed for town centre revamp

  01-03-2023 14:00
  
  DETAILED designs are being developed for the future transformation of Darwen Market into a food-focussed modern retail hub as part of the £100million town deal.
  
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• Major Blackburn roadworks finally complete after 6 months

  01-03-2023 13:24
  
  Blackburn residents who faced major disruption due to roadworks can breathe a sigh of relief as they have finally been lifted
  
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• Man in 70s dies after collision in Bolton-le-Sands

  01-03-2023 12:59
  
  A man has died following a road traffic collision in Bolton-le-Sands, police have confirmed.
  
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• Blackpool murder: Four jailed for 'almost animalistic' street attack

  01-03-2023 12:18 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Witnesses to the stabbing heard the killers laugh and say they would let their victim "bleed out".
  
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• Preston man driving damaged vehicle positive for cannabis and cocaine

  01-03-2023 11:34
  
  A driver who was pulled over for having damage to their vehicle in Preston failed a roadside test for cannabis and cocaine this morning.
  
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• Man tested positive for cocaine moments after dropping kids off

  01-03-2023 11:34
  
  A driver who was pulled over for having damage to their vehicle in Preston failed a roadside test for cannabis and cocaine this morning.
  
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• Michael McIntyre's The Wheel looking for contestants for BBC show

  01-03-2023 11:14
  
  Michael McIntyre is returning to our screens with series four of The Wheel and if you’d like to take part, applications are open.
  
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• Looking back at World Book Day characters over the years

  01-03-2023 10:43
  
  IT is one of the highlights of the school year - World Book Day - and it’s just around the corner.
  
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• Aya Hachem: Jury to hear prosecution case in murder trial

  01-03-2023 10:34
  
  Law student Aya Hachem, 19, was killed on Sunday, May 17, 2020, as she walked by Quick Shine Car Wash on King Street, Blackburn. Suhayl Suleman and Louis Otway face trial for their alleged involvement in her death. They also face trial for the attempted murder of Pacha Khan.
  
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• Drug driver found with credit card knife in car on M6

  01-03-2023 10:17
  
  A driver was stopped due to a light defect failed a drugs wipe and was found to have children on board who weren't wearing seatbelts
  
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• BwD Council’s budget for 2023/2024 approved - theshuttle.org.uk

  01-03-2023 09:00
  BwD Council’s budget for 2023/2024 approved  theshuttle.org.uk
  
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• Nelson domestic property fire extinguished by crews

  01-03-2023 08:55
  
  Two fire engines were called to a domestic property fire in Nelson last night, battling the blaze for 20 minutes.
  
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• Firefighters from Padiham and Burnley called to caravan fire

  01-03-2023 08:41
  
  A caravan fire in Padiham was extinguished by fire crews after a 45-minute battle last night (February 28).
  
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• Preston man with Blackburn and Blackpool links missing from home

  01-03-2023 08:25
  
  Police are becoming increasingly concerned for the welfare of a Preston man, 19, who also has links to Blackburn and Blackpool.
  
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• Wilko store apologises after woman accused of being a thief in Burnley

  01-03-2023 06:00
  
  A town centre retail store has apologised after a shopper was wrongly accused of being a thief.
  
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• 'Virtual wards' prove to be huge success with East Lancs patients

  01-03-2023 06:00
  
  Hundreds of patients have chosen to be treated at home through a community-based service launched by the NHS.
  
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• Ukrainian refugees have been helped by people in Rossendale

  01-03-2023 06:00
  
  Residents in Rossendale have supported 84 people from Ukraine to settle into the Valley
  
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• Trishna Indian restaurant owners to open new takeaway in Accrington

  01-03-2023 06:00
  
  A popular and established Indian restaurant in Whalley will be opening a new takeaway in Accrington.
  
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• The Padded Seat visits 1968 Lounge at Accrington Stanley

  01-03-2023 06:00
  
  An online video creator who reviews hospitality and premium experiences at sporting events paid a visit to Accrington Stanley last week.
  
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• Rossendale house prices: Average house prices rise by £3,000

  01-03-2023 06:00
  
  House prices in Rossendale have gone up by an average of over £3,000 in the month of December, according to figures from the Land Registry.
  
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• Rossendale bed industry manufacturers expand into neighbouring unit

  01-03-2023 06:00
  
  PRODUCTION line experts in East Lancs are set to expand into neighbouring premises as part of growth plans.
  
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• Public invited to share historic pictures of much-loved Burnley venue

  01-03-2023 06:00
  
  People are being invited to share their memories of the Grade II listed Burnley Empire.
  
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• Plans to build four glamping pods in Kelbrook

  01-03-2023 06:00
  
  Plans have been submitted to a council seeking permission to turn some agricultural land into a glamping pod development
  
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• Norwegian man's death in Burnley ruled unascertained at inquest

  01-03-2023 06:00
  
  The death of a Norwegian man who was found dead in a bathtub in Burnley has been ruled unascertained at an inquest.
  
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• No issues yet at East Lancs hospitals and schools with food shortages

  01-03-2023 06:00
  
  Schools and hospitals have said that they are currently not experiencing issues with getting fresh fruit and vegetables amid national shortages.
  
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• MP calls for community banks just like 'Bank of Dave'

  01-03-2023 06:00
  
  The government should look at encouraging community-based financial models such as the one featured in the hit film Bank Of Dave
  
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• MARTIN FURBER: How creativity boosts your mood

  01-03-2023 06:00
  
  Creativity is an important aspect of our lives, and it can take many forms, from writing and painting to music and dance.
  
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• Lancashire: Kits launched to support those at risk of self-harm

  01-03-2023 06:00
  
  Safe kits have been launched to support those at risk of self-harm.
  
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• Lancashire-born potter makes Great Pottery Throwdown semi-finals

  01-03-2023 06:00
  
  Lancashire-born potter James Stead has made it through to the semi-finals of Channel 4's The Great Pottery Throwdown.
  
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• Former Pendle teacher to play key role in apprentice partnership

  01-03-2023 06:00
  
  A former Pendle teacher is to play a key role in a ground-breaking agricultural apprentice partnership.
  
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• East Lancs firm What More UK announces major new acquisition

  01-03-2023 06:00
  
  Plastic houseware manufacturer What More UK have announced the acquisition of West Midland's based firm Firsteel Ltd.
  
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• Darwen mother may not have intended on taking her life

  01-03-2023 06:00
  
  A loving mother who struggled with complex mental health needs may not have intended to take her own life, a coroner has concluded.
  
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• Darwen mental health group, Talk Ourselves Well, receives funding

  01-03-2023 06:00
  
  A Darwen Mental Health talking group has received funding from the Community Asset Fund through the Spark Collaborative.
  
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• Council condemned after pigeons die stuck in netting in Burnley

  01-03-2023 06:00
  
  People have expressed their “disgust” as seven pigeons were found dead after getting stuck in netting in Burnley.
  
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• Can anyone solve the mystery of 'giant' steam engine?

  01-03-2023 06:00
  
  Here’s a fabulous old photo which we really need your help with. The date stamp on the back of this picture in our archive says September, 1965 but we suspect it is much earlier than that.
  
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• Business leaders visit Mount Carmel for Amazing Accrington scheme

  01-03-2023 06:00
  
  Business leaders attended an assembly at an Accrington school recently as part of an initiative to bring schools and employers closer together.
  
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• Burnley's UCFB set for expansion at new MediaCity site

  01-03-2023 06:00
  
  A university that was originally set up at Burnley's Turf Moor stadium is set to extend its offering with a new specialist hub.
  
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• Burnley man tried to slash ex's throat with Stanley knife

  01-03-2023 06:00
  
  Stephen Ormerod, 56, left his ex-partner with permanent muscle damage to her arm which she raised in defence as he went for her throat with a knife.
  
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• Blackburn with Darwen eateries awarded new food hygiene ratings - Lancashire Telegraph

  01-03-2023 06:00
  
  Blackburn with Darwen eateries awarded new food hygiene ratings  Lancashire Telegraph
  
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• Blackburn with Darwen eateries awarded new food hygiene ratings

  01-03-2023 06:00
  
  Food hygiene inspectors have rated three eateries in Blackburn with Darwen in the latest round of inspections.
  
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