Blackburn with Darwen news

• Firefighters called to house blaze on Powell Street, Darwen

  23-03-2023 21:56
  
  Firefighters were called to house fire on Powell Street, Darwen, earlier today (March 23).
  
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• 'Act now' as flood warnings in place for Lancashire coast

  23-03-2023 21:34
  
  A flood warning is in place along the Lancashire coast with residents being told to ‘act now’.
  
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• Revival of rare booming bitterns in Lancashire

  23-03-2023 21:01 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The revival of the rare birds is thanks efforts to restore wetlands habitats.
  
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• Disqualified driver behind wheel of van on false plates

  23-03-2023 20:43
  
  A disqualified driver found behind the wheel of a ‘highways maintenance’ van has been arrested.
  
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• St Annes Grammar School principals banned over pupil abuse case

  23-03-2023 20:01 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The couple delayed telling police about the claims and that the accused teacher said he loved the pupil.
  
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• Burnley house involved in anti-social behaviour 'shut down'

  23-03-2023 19:22
  
  A house in Burnley has been ‘shut down’ by police, with a ban from entering it for the next three months.
  
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• Police appeal to identify man who torched cars in Blackburn

  23-03-2023 19:08
  
  Patrols have been increased and police are asking for help identifying a man who torched two cars in Blackburn yesterday (March 22).
  
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• Police appeal to identify man after cars torched in Blackburn

  23-03-2023 19:08
  
  Patrols have been increased and police are asking for help identifying a man who torched two cars in Blackburn yesterday (March 22).
  
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• Tyson Fury v Oleksandr Usyk: 'A 14-stone coward' - Fury in foul-mouthed rant at Usyk

  23-03-2023 18:46 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Tyson Fury has called fellow heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk a "14-stone coward" in an expletive-laden social media post after talks for an undisputed fight broke down.
  
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• Sports Direct to close smaller shops to help protect bigger stores

  23-03-2023 18:23
  
  Leisure and clothing brand Sports Direct have announced plans to close smaller shops in a bid to keep its larger stores open.
  
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• Preston girl named Lancashire’s Young Citizen of the Year 2023

  23-03-2023 18:00
  
  Saara Ali, from Preston, topped the list of 50 young and inspiring people who have made real differences to their communities across the county.
  
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• Controversial Blackburn cemetery prayer shelter ready to open

  23-03-2023 18:00
  
  A CONTROVERSIAL new prayer shelter at an East Lancashire graveyard is due to open next month.
  
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• Blackburn cemetery prayer shelter ready to open

  23-03-2023 18:00
  
  A new prayer shelter at an East Lancashire graveyard is due to open next month.
  
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• Altham company wins approval for two kids homes and loses two

  23-03-2023 18:00
  
  AN East Lancashire care company has had two proposals to turn family houses into small children's care homes rejected and two approved by councillors.
  
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• Large amount of cannabis found during Lancs police raid

  23-03-2023 17:18
  
  A man has been arrested after officers found a large amount of cannabis during a drugs raid
  
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• Wanted driver runs from scene following Clitheroe police chase

  23-03-2023 17:10
  
  A wanted man is being sought by police after he ran from the scene following a car chase
  
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• Driver sentenced for killing gran as she crossed Ramsbottom street

  23-03-2023 16:55
  
  A beloved grandmother-of-five was tragically killed crossing the road at a steep junction despite the driver checking both ways before setting off.
  
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• Controversial Hyndburn leisure pool scheme backed by new study

  23-03-2023 16:00
  
  SENIOR councillors have backed controversial plans to construct a new £12m leisure complex to replace an existing swimming pool in a heritage building after a second consultants' report on the issue.
  
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• Man wanted by police over public order offence in Colne

  23-03-2023 15:37
  
  A man is wanted in connection with a public order offence
  
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• National League: Strike by players over FA-imposed contract changes 'quite possible'

  23-03-2023 15:12 via bbc.co.uk
  
  National League players might strike over changes to contracts made by the Football Association in time for next season, Oldham defender Peter Clarke has said.
  
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• Police seek man in CCTV over 2021 Blackburn pub assault

  23-03-2023 15:08
  
  Police have issued an appeal to find a man wanted over an offence which took place almost two years ago
  
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• Uclan find unexpected medical 'treasure trove' at back of cupboard

  23-03-2023 14:52 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A collection of "absolutely fascinating" items is found at the University of Central Lancashire.
  
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• Shocking video shows cars being set on fire in Blackburn

  23-03-2023 14:28
  
  A Blackburn councillor has condemned these actions and asked the people of Blackburn “to remain calm”.
  
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• Junior Doctors announce further strike action next month

  23-03-2023 13:56
  
  Junior doctors in England have announced their intention to hold a fresh round of strike action after talks with the Government failed to resolve pay.
  
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• Ramadan: What are your employment rights when fasting?

  23-03-2023 12:36
  
  From break times to working from home, an employment expert has revealed what the law says about workers fasting for Ramadan.
  
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• Sue Radford speaks out about car crash in Morecambe

  23-03-2023 12:10
  
  Sue Radford was involved in the crash on Monday (March 20), which took place on Queen Street in Morecambe.
  
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• How do I wish someone a Happy Ramadan and what greetings to say?

  23-03-2023 12:01
  
  The holy month of Ramadan has begun, a significant time in the Islamic calendar for Muslims all over the world, but how do you wish someone a Happy Ramadan?
  
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• Local Elections 2023: Is there an election in my area?

  23-03-2023 11:34 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Find out if there is an election where you live.
  
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• Minute's silence for National Reflection Day to be held today

  23-03-2023 11:23
  
  A minutes silence will be observed today across the UK as part of National Reflection Day, which marks the thrid anniversary of the first Covid 19 lockdown.
  
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• Apple iPhone owners issued warning over fire risks

  23-03-2023 11:21
  
  Risks include fire, electric shock, injury, or damage to your mobile or other property in your house
  
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• Aldi and Lidl: What's in the middle aisles from Thursday March 23

  23-03-2023 11:20
  
  From a garden hanging egg chair to a BBQ pizza oven, here are some of the items you'll see in the mdidle aisles of Aldi and Lidl from Thursday, March 23.
  
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• Padiham Road crash: Woman rushed to hospital after hit by car

  23-03-2023 11:17
  
  A pedestrian was taken to hospital after being hit by a car.
  
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• M65 rammed with long traffic queues after crash near Accrington

  23-03-2023 10:52
  
  There are long queues forming on the M65 after a crash this morning.
  
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• M65 jammed with long traffic queues after crash near Accrington

  23-03-2023 10:52
  
  There are long queues forming on the M65 after a crash this morning.
  
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• M6 lorry fire near Carnforth causing 45 minute delays for drivers

  23-03-2023 09:46
  
  A motorway running through Lancashire is closed heading northbound due to a HGV fire
  
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• Moped stolen in Chorley recovered by police after short chase

  23-03-2023 08:59
  
  Police officers recovered a moped minutes after it was stolen in Chorley
  
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• Man arrested in Whalley on suspicion of theft from a motor vehicle

  23-03-2023 08:41
  
  A man has been arrested on suspicion of theft from a motor vehicle after police officers responded to a rise in vehicle crime in Whalley
  
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• Blackburn with Darwen Council sets out 'ambitious' plans for future - Lancashire Telegraph

  23-03-2023 08:00
  
  Blackburn with Darwen Council sets out 'ambitious' plans for future  Lancashire Telegraph
  
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• Three generations of East Lancs family summit Snowdon

  23-03-2023 06:00
  
  Three generations of the same family have climbed Mount Snowdon to raise funds for a charity aiming to find a cure for a little-known lung disease
  
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• This East Lancashire area has the lowest driving test pass rate in the ... - Lancashire Telegraph

  23-03-2023 06:00
  
  This East Lancashire area has the lowest driving test pass rate in the ...  Lancashire Telegraph
  
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• The Parkers Arms pie wins gold medal at British Pie Awards

  23-03-2023 06:00
  
  The Parkers Arms in Newton-in-Bowland has won a gold medal in the pub pie category for their ‘curried mutton and its offal’ pie.
  
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• Surveying damage after Luftwaffe raid on East Lancashire

  23-03-2023 06:00
  
  Compared with other industrial towns in the North West, East Lancashire escaped relatively unscathed as far as bomb damage was concerned during the Second World.
  
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• Shoplifter stole goods worth £1,600 from Blackburn stores

  23-03-2023 06:00
  
  A SHOPLIFTER stole goods worth more than £1,600 in five visits to Blackburn stores.
  
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• Ribble Valley to receive new officers and 24/7 police response

  23-03-2023 06:00
  
  Residents and businesses in an area of East Lancashire are set to benefit from four new police officers and a 24/7 police station
  
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• Ribble Valley annual charity truck run to return this Easter

  23-03-2023 06:00
  
  An annual Ribble Valley Truck Run is coming to the borough on Easter Sunday, raising donations for a local charity.
  
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• Ramadan 2023: Your guide to Lancashire events and campaigns

  23-03-2023 06:00
  
  Here is your guide for all the fantastic events taking place in the coming weeks during Ramadan.
  
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• Popular YouTuber reviews 2 Lancs takeaways and reveals favourite

  23-03-2023 06:00
  
  The man behind YouTube sensation Rate My Takeaway visited two takeaway hotspots in Lancashire and reveals which meal was his favourite.
  
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• Oswaldtwistle charity walk planned for man's MS surgery

  23-03-2023 06:00
  
  Mick Haworth, originally from Oswaldtwistle, has primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS) which can affect the brain and spinal cord.
  
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• Nelson Town Council announce event to mark King's coronation

  23-03-2023 06:00
  
  A procession, live music and fairground rides will be just some of the events held in Nelson to mark the coronation of King Charles III.
  
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• Music festival line-up revealed but 2024 event will be last

  23-03-2023 06:00
  
  THE line-up for the Ribble Valley International Piano Week this summer has been announced.
  
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