Blackburn with Darwen news

• Two Lancashire fire crews tackle wildfire blaze

  09-04-2023 21:26
  
  Firefighters were called to reports of a wildfire in Blackpool this afternoon.
  
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• Firefighters attend commercial building fire in East Lancashire town

  09-04-2023 21:15
  
  Fire crews attended a commercial building fire in Blackburn earlier today.
  
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• Firefighters attend commercial building fire in Blackburn

  09-04-2023 21:15
  
  Fire crews attended a commercial building fire in Blackburn earlier today.
  
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• Preston driver fails roadside drug test for cannabis

  09-04-2023 16:17
  
  A driver has been arrested in Preston after failing a roadside drug test for cannabis
  
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• Firefighters attend vehicle fire in Accrington in the early hours

  09-04-2023 15:52
  
  Fire crews attended a vehicle fire in Accrington in the early hours of this morning.
  
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• Fire crews attend open fire involving wood in Blackburn

  09-04-2023 15:41
  
  Fire crews attended a fire in the open in Blackburn yesterday evening.
  
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• This is how to do the viral 'old age' filter on TikTok

  09-04-2023 15:21
  
  This is how to do the viral 'old age' filter CupCap Tiktok video - a step-by-step guide using the AI-generated effect.
  
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• Junior doctors' strike in England could postpone 250,000 appointments

  09-04-2023 15:19
  
  Up to 250,000 NHS appointments and operations could be postponed due to the upcoming junior doctors' strikes over four days from Tuesday (April 10), say NHS bosses.
  
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• Easter 2023: Why do we have eggs at Easter? The history explained

  09-04-2023 15:17
  
  Here is everything we know about the history of the Easter egg, from why we have them, why we eat chocolate at Easter and more.
  
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• Jamie Oliver and wife Jools renew wedding vows in the Maldives

  09-04-2023 15:14
  
  TV chef Jamie Oliver and his wife Jools reveal they have renewed their wedding vows in a special ceremony in the Maldives along with their five children.
  
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• Police concerned for welfare of man who likes to travel to Lancashire

  09-04-2023 14:28
  
  Police officers in Wigan are concerned for the welfare of a man from Standish who has been missing for more than a week.
  
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• Cyclist seriously injured in car collision in Thornton-Cleveleys

  09-04-2023 14:11 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The man, in his 20s, suffered multiple injuries when he collided with a Vauxhall Zafira, police say.
  
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• Met Office issues yellow wind warning for Blackburn and Darwen

  09-04-2023 12:57
  
  The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for wind covering Blackburn and Darwen for two days this week.
  
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• Inquiry to reopen over plans for prison on Chorley and Leyland border

  09-04-2023 12:12
  
  A public inquiry into controversial plans for a new prison on the border of Chorley and Leyland will be reopened to consider new evidence about whether local roads could cope with the development.
  
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• We’ve found a charming property with views of Lancashire and beyond

  09-04-2023 11:30
  
  IF you are looking for a stunning family home with beautiful long distance rural views then perhaps Raygill is the one you have been missing.
  
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• Charming Barnoldswick property with views of Lancashire and beyond

  09-04-2023 11:30
  
  IF you are looking for a stunning family home with beautiful long distance rural views (and you've got a few quid) then perhaps Raygill is the one for you.
  
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• Pub of the week: Award-winning pub The Bankers Draft, Barrowford

  09-04-2023 11:01
  
  We continue to shine the spotlight on venues to enjoy a drink and a bite to eat in our 'Pub of the week' feature.
  
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• BANKERS DRAFT: Find out about top award-winning pub

  09-04-2023 11:01
  
  We continue to shine the spotlight on venues to enjoy a drink and a bite to eat in our 'Pub of the week' feature.
  
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• East Lancs group The Coconutters perform in Bacup over Easter weekend

  09-04-2023 10:51
  
  The Britannia Coconut Dancers took to the streets of Bacup on Saturday for their traditional Easter performance.
  
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• Mothers set to gain boost in maternity allowance payments

  09-04-2023 09:19
  
  Around 40,000 mothers are set to benefit from the boost in maternity allowance from Monday, April 10 in 2023
  
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• Food hygiene ratings for six Blackburn with Darwen takeaways and pubs - Yahoo News UK

  09-04-2023 09:00
  Food hygiene ratings for six Blackburn with Darwen takeaways and pubs  Yahoo News UK
  
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• Cognitive Reflection Test: Can you pass the shortest IQ test

  09-04-2023 08:39
  
  The Cognitive Reflection Test has a pass rate of just 17 per cent
  
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• Blackburn taxi damaged after large piece of brick thrown at windscreen

  09-04-2023 08:25
  
  A taxi in Blackburn has been left damaged after a large piece of brick was thrown at its windscreen while it was driving.
  
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• Travelodge wants to open new hotels in East Lancashire

  09-04-2023 06:00
  
  Travelodge hopes to nearly double its hotel portfolio in the Lancashire by opening a further seven hotels.
  
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• Thug attacked girlfriend two weeks emergency C-section

  09-04-2023 06:00
  
  Kane Hunter, 26, threw his girlfriend into the wall and onto concrete two weeks after she had an emergency C-section.
  
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• Shadow environment secretary visits Leeds/Liverpool canal in Rishton

  09-04-2023 06:00
  
  LABOUR'S shadow environment secretary Jim McMahon has visited an East Lancashire canal bank
  
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• Second Thurston Smith model to be displayed at Accrington Market Hall

  09-04-2023 06:00
  
  Another piece of local history has been brought to Accrington Market Hall to stand alongside its companion with the same creator.
  
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• SEA LIFE Blackpool looking for budding marine expert for exciting role

  09-04-2023 06:00
  
  Budding marine experts are being given the chance to become SEA LIFE Blackpool’s first-ever Rockpool Ranger
  
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• Ribble Valley: The Out Barn venue's most magical and quirky weddings

  09-04-2023 06:00
  
  The Out Barn in Waddington is an enchanting setting which has hosted a medley of traditional and quirky weddings for a variety of couples.
  
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• Residents showcase writing skills at unique Blackburn exhibition

  09-04-2023 06:00
  
  Residents from Blackburn showcased their poems and stories at a special exhibition in the town’s Market.
  
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• RASSO teams get visit from Lancashire police commissioner

  09-04-2023 06:00
  
  Police and Crime Commissioner has paid a visit to West Division HQ to meet one of three dedicated Rape and Serious Sexual Offences (RASSO) teams
  
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• Pendle in Innovation Partnership category at national awards

  09-04-2023 06:00
  
  Pendle has been named as one of eight finalists in this year’s local government MJ Awards
  
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• Mini Eggs Easter warning after grieving mum posts heart-breaking plea

  09-04-2023 06:00
  
  Parents are being warned to remain vigilant this Easter over the dangers of Mini Eggs which can pose a choking hazard for small children.
  
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• Man appears in court accused of historic sexual abuse

  09-04-2023 06:00
  
  Amir Menor appeared in Blackburn Magistrates Court on Thursday accused of historic sexual abuse
  
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• Iconic Blackburn bed firm reopens on former site following renovations

  09-04-2023 06:00
  
  One of the Blackburn’s oldest family businesses is set to reopen on its former location following major renovations.
  
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• Five of the best beaches to go this Easter in the North West

  09-04-2023 06:00
  
  With the weather forecast to warmer than some parts of Turkey across areas of the North West today, families may want to enjoy some bank holiday sunshine at a nearby beach.
  
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• Five Easter walks with an East Lancashire pub on the route

  09-04-2023 06:00
  
  If you are hoping to walk off the Easter eggs we have compiled a list of five walking routes in East Lancashire.
  
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• Customer angry after Blackburn car dealer refuses to fix windscreen

  09-04-2023 06:00
  
  A disgruntled customer has been told that the defect on his car window can’t be fixed due to a lack of documentation to prove the issue
  
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• Chorley GP celebrate ‘David v Goliath’ fight to stop private takeover

  09-04-2023 06:00
  
  Staff at Withnell Health Centre are organising a celebration after defeating a private firm from taking over the contract
  
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• Burnley FC hosts first ever Community Iftar at Turf Moor

  09-04-2023 06:00
  
  People from across Burnley and Pendle were invited to break their fast at Burnley FC’s first ever Community Iftar.
  
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• Blackpool Tower is world's second most complained about monument

  09-04-2023 06:00
  
  An iconic monument in Lancashire has been revealed as one of the most complained about in the world, according to reviewers.
  
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• Blackburn singer hopes to inspire others after gig on ITV's Starstruck

  09-04-2023 06:00
  
  A Blackburn singer who appeared on ITV’s Starstruck says it is never too late to accomplish your dreams.
  
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• Accrington: Starved dog forced to eat plastic as cost-of-living bites

  09-04-2023 06:00
  
  Staff at East Lancashire RSPCA are facing an overwhelming increase in the number of pets being brought in due to the cost of living crisis.
  
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• Accrington patient slams Oswald Medical Centre over prescription issue

  09-04-2023 06:00
  
  A man from Accrington has called his GP surgery ‘a joke’ after experiencing problems with his prescription orders.
  
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• 14 pictures from Waves swimming pool in Blackburn

  09-04-2023 01:01
  
  THESE pictures from our archive show when Waves Blackburn was THE place to be.
  
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