Blackburn with Darwen news

• Garstang: Images released of people after large disturbance

  23-04-2023 19:28
  
  Police have released images of people they would like to speak to following a large-scale disturbance.
  
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• County Championship: Kasey Aldridge helps Somerset hold out for draw with Lancashire

  23-04-2023 18:58 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Kasey Aldridge hits a maiden first-class half-century to help Somerset hold out for a draw with Lancashire.
  
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• Darwen: Driver arrested and man hospitalised in 'hit and run'

  23-04-2023 17:49
  
  A driver has been arrested after an alleged hit and run which has left a man with serious head injuries.
  
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• Some mobile phone users received Emergency Alert early

  23-04-2023 16:30
  
  Mobile phone users received an Emergency Alert from the Government who is testing a new safety alert system but some heard the alarm earlier than 3pm.
  
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• Diane Abbott has Labour whip suspended after comments about racism

  23-04-2023 15:43
  
  Diane Abbott has had the Labour whip suspended after she suggested Jewish, Irish and Traveller people are not subject to racism “all their lives”.
  
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• Blackpool Zoo is hiring people to become Seagull Deterrents

  23-04-2023 13:25
  
  Blackpool Zoo is hiring people for a Seagull Deterrants job role where they'll need to wear a bird costume.
  
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• Why is there an Emergency Alert happening today in the UK?

  23-04-2023 12:56
  
  An Emergency Alert will be received today on 4G and 5G mobile phones and the sound and vibration will last for up to 10 seconds.
  
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• Owners of dog found in Grimshaw Park sought by police

  23-04-2023 12:09
  
  Police said they are appealing for information after a dog was found in the Grimshaw Park area of Blackburn yesterday (April 22).
  
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• Burnley 'asked for observations' over team changes by EFL

  23-04-2023 11:59 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Championship leaders Burnley are asked for their observations by the EFL after making six changes to their starting line-up for a trip to Reading.
  
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• Driver found with cannabis and cash drove at 100mph in chase

  23-04-2023 11:32
  
  A driver who failed to stop for police hit speeds of more than 100mph before being found in possession of a large amount of cannabis and cash.
  
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• Firefighters tackle derelict building fire in Oswaldtwistle

  23-04-2023 09:37
  
  People were asked to close their windows and doors while fire crews battled a blaze in a derelict building in Oswaldtwistle last night.
  
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• Blackburn with Darwen Tories contact police over Labour local election leaflet 'slur' - Lancs Live

  23-04-2023 06:10
  Blackburn with Darwen Tories contact police over Labour local election leaflet 'slur'  Lancs Live
  
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• Bar, playroom and gym are the highlights in this impressive £600k home

  23-04-2023 06:04
  
  IF you are looking for a beautiful and elegant family home in Accrington, then you should look no further than our Property of the Week.
  
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• Unusual photos reveal 'deserted' East Lancashire hospital

  23-04-2023 06:00
  
  Recently photographs taken by so-called ‘urban explorers’ have given us fascinating insights into some of the old buildings around East Lancashire.
  
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• The Filo Project named finalist in national Alzheimer's Society awards

  23-04-2023 06:00
  
  A dementia day care centre which expanded into East Lancashire earlier this year have been named finalists of the national Alzheimer’s Society awards
  
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• Ribble Valley couple top 5 finalists in international film contest

  23-04-2023 06:00
  
  A couple have been shortlisted in an international film competition judged by one of the directors on Titanic and Avatar.
  
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• Pictures: Final gable art mural in Padiham has been completed

  23-04-2023 06:00
  
  Gavin’s vibrant creation was inspired use inspiration from the town’s Whit Walks and other traditional parades.
  
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• Patch UK team up with Burnley Football Club in the Community

  23-04-2023 06:00
  
  A tech start-up company has launched a £250,000 academy in partnership Burnley Football Club in the Community
  
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• MP Sara Britcliffe feared for life after man's threatening e mails

  23-04-2023 06:00
  
  HYNDBURN MP Sara Britcliffe was left fearing for her own and her family's safety after receiving a string of threatening e-mails from a constituent.
  
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• Miller Homes opens applications for second round of community fund

  23-04-2023 06:00
  
  A property developer has announced the second round of applications for its community fund, offering £10,000 to charities and community groups
  
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• Man who set up business in shed gets award from King Charles

  23-04-2023 06:00
  
  A graduate who started in a shed with £1,000 of inheritance has received an award from King Charles III.
  
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• Man and woman to pay more than £1,000 in littering clampdown

  23-04-2023 06:00
  
  A man who abandoned a van and a woman who dumped waste in a town have each been ordered to pay more than £1,000 by the courts in a littering clampdown
  
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• Lancashire mum working in STEM striving to tackle gender inequality

  23-04-2023 06:00
  
  A Lancashire woman has shared the highlights and challenges she has faced as a mum working in technology and how she hopes to inspire young girls and women.
  
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• Haslingden woman emerged from house brandishing an axe above her head

  23-04-2023 06:00
  
  A WOMAN threatened to get her axe following a verbal doorstep argument with another woman.
  
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• Haslingden health centre staff had to lock themselves in an office

  23-04-2023 06:00
  
  Health centre receptionists had to lock themselves in an office when an irate patient stormed into the practice
  
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• From Loose Women to the Lowry, Judy Love's first solo show

  23-04-2023 06:00
  
  Judy Love, 42, has become a household name in the last two years. The Loose Women favourite has appeared on shows including The Royal Variety Performance, Taskmaster, Strictly Come Dancing and was crowned Masterchef Celebrity Christmas Special Champion in 2021.
  
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• Dunkin' Donuts opens first Lancashire site in Preston

  23-04-2023 06:00
  
  The grand event included a ribbon cutting, games and a give away of around 200 donuts.
  
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• Darwen woman's fight against 'the absence of females' in construction

  23-04-2023 06:00
  
  A businesswoman from Darwen is on a mission to bridge the gap between girls and STEM careers.
  
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• Council's digital screens to display St George's day message

  23-04-2023 06:00
  
  The digital advertising screens in Blackburn with Darwen will put out a special message to mark St George’s Day.
  
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• Colne BID's £475k has resulted in major boost for town

  23-04-2023 06:00
  
  In the five years since Colne Business Improvement District (BID) was established, the town has seen a £475k boost as a result of driven levy payers
  
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• Clarets win promotion praise at Burnley Council meeting

  23-04-2023 06:00
  
  TWO councillors have publicly hailed Burnley Football Club's success in returning the Premiership at the first attempt.
  
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• Chorley: Members of church invited to Coronation Garden Party

  23-04-2023 06:00
  
  Members of Chorley United Reformed Church are delighted to receive invitations to the Coronation Garden Party at Buckingham Palace.
  
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• Business leaders gather at Accrington Stanley's new facility

  23-04-2023 06:00
  
  More than 50 business leaders gathered to discuss a community trust's new facilities and £1m investment
  
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• Burnley pavement parking failure slammed by wheelchair councillor

  23-04-2023 06:00
  
  A WHEELCHAIR using councillor has condemned Lancashire County Council and the police as 'utterly useless' at removing illegally parked vehicles obstructing the pavement.
  
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• Billington woman creates post box topper for Coronation

  23-04-2023 06:00
  
  A woman from Billington has created a unique and eye-catching post box topper to celebrate the King’s Coronation.
  
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• Barclays launches local service from hub in Barnoldswick

  23-04-2023 06:00
  
  Barclays has launched a local service Barnoldswick after its main branch closure earlier this month left the town without a bank.
  
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• Asking ChatGPT who does 'dirtiest kebab' in Blackburn - do you agree?

  23-04-2023 06:00
  
  We asked an AI bot who does the 'dirtiest kebab' in Blackburn with Darwen and here are the results.
  
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