Blackburn with Darwen news

• Oldham: Child seriously injured after dangerous dog attack

  22-10-2023 18:12
  
  A child has suffered serious injuries and a woman has been arrested after a dog attack in Oldham.
  
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• M62: Motorway closed both ways for police incident

  22-10-2023 17:36
  
  The M62 has been closed both ways due to a police-led incident.
  
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• Rivington: Road closed after crash between 2 cars

  22-10-2023 16:45
  
  A road in Rivington has been closed due to a crash between two cars. Emergency services have been contacted for more information.
  
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• Coronation Street's Simon Gregson says first decade was hell

  22-10-2023 16:43
  
  Coronation Street star Simon Gregson says first 10 years on the ITV show was 'hell' as the Steve McDonald actor opens up about role.
  
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• Gemma Atkinson opens up about losing her dad when she was 17

  22-10-2023 15:13
  
  Former Hollyoaks star Gemma Atkinson has opened up about losing her dad to a heart attack when she was just 17 years old and how she coped with the grief
  
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• Blackburn crash: Motorcyclist injured and two arrested

  22-10-2023 14:58 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Two men, aged 29 and 31, are arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving.
  
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• Josh Taylor v Jack Catterall rematch is the 'right fight', says Eddie Hearn

  22-10-2023 14:51 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Promoter Eddie Hearn wants Jack Catterall to face Josh Taylor again, with Manchester or Glasgow primed to host the grudge match in 2024.
  
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• Andy Holt: Accrington Stanley chairman puts club for sale during social media rant

  22-10-2023 13:55 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Accrington Stanley chairman Andy Holt says he intends to sell the club, stating he has "nothing more to offer".
  
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• Fun indoor activities to do in Lancashire this half term

  22-10-2023 13:30
  
  October half term is here so we’ve compiled a list of fun activities to keep the whole family entertained – despite the glum weather
  
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• Blackburn: Two men arrested after motorbike rider crashed into wall

  22-10-2023 12:01
  
  Two men have been arrested after a motorbike rider was seriously injured after a crash in Blackburn
  
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• Storm Babet: Fourth person dies as a result of floods

  22-10-2023 11:53
  
  An 80-year-old woman has been found dead in her home as a result of the Storm Babet floods, police have said.
  
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• UK pensioners may be asked to set money aside for tax bills

  22-10-2023 11:16
  
  Some pensioners could have to start setting money aside for out-of-the-blue tax bills, a consultancy firm is warning.
  
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• Pensioners may be asked to set money aside for tax bills

  22-10-2023 11:16
  
  Some pensioners could have to start setting money aside for out-of-the-blue tax bills, a consultancy firm is warning.
  
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• Renewed appeal for missing 67-year-old woman from Blackpool

  22-10-2023 08:38
  
  Police have renewed an appeal for a missing 67-year-old woman
  
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• David Beckham pays emotional tribute to Sir Bobby Charlton

  22-10-2023 08:26
  
  David Beckham has praised 'national hero' Sir Bobby Charlton in an emotional tribute to the former Manchester United captain.
  
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• To Wong Foo the musical spreading message of love - in heels

  22-10-2023 06:00
  
  THERE are any number of challenges involved in bringing a cult movie to life on stage but for Peter Caulfield, star of To Wong Foo the Musical which has its world premiere in Manchester, it’s the seven-inch heels which have been the biggest
  
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• The Old Black Bull to be taken over by new management

  22-10-2023 06:00
  
  Customers have expressed their sadness as The Old Black Bull is set to be taken over by new management
  
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• Rise in shoplifting crimes recorded in Lancashire last year

  22-10-2023 06:00
  
  There was a rise in the number of shoplifting crimes recorded in Lancashire last year, new figures show
  
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• Ramsbottom Social bar announces it’s closing its doors

  22-10-2023 06:00
  
  A popular bar in Ramsbottom has announced that it will be closing its doors for good after three years.
  
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• Pendle Witch Distillery finally open in Waddington site

  22-10-2023 06:00
  
  After two years of hard work, a new whisky distillery in Waddington is now open and ready to serve up tasty homegrown liqours.
  
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• OPINION: Should councillors take a stand on Gaza conflict?

  22-10-2023 06:00
  
  After Blackburn councillors were questioned over their stance on Gaza, Shuiab Khan asks whether they should take a stand on the conflict.
  
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• Lower Darwen bungalow to replace caravans on old allotment

  22-10-2023 06:00
  
  Two caravans are to be replaced by a new bungalow on open land formerly used as a stable and allotment in a village outside Blackburn
  
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• Lancashire hotel among UK's cosiest seaside stays for winter

  22-10-2023 06:00
  
  The Midland Hotel in Morecambe, Lancashire has been named among the UK's cosiest seaside stays for winter by The Times
  
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• Kelly Llorenna will perform at Level One L1ve in Darwen

  22-10-2023 06:00
  
  Nineties dance legends Kelly Llorenna and Sweet Female Attitude are headlining a Halloween extravaganza in Darwen next weekend
  
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• Inside Instagram interior design expert Tara Slinger’s Lancashire home

  22-10-2023 06:00
  
  Maximalist, joyful, layered, and lovely – Tara Slinger’s home is a celebration of colour and texture
  
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• Haslingden's Secure Empty Property acquired by Clearway

  22-10-2023 06:00
  
  An East Lancs firm that provides security to landlords has been acquired by a commercial security services provider for an undisclosed sum
  
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• Great Harwood Aldi employee celebrates 30 years at company

  22-10-2023 06:00
  
  An Aldi worker in Great Harwood is celebrating her work anniversary after 30 years with the business.
  
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• Freemasons at Wiswell wins best Restaurant with Rooms award

  22-10-2023 06:00
  
  A unique gastropub in the village of Wiswell has been praised for offering the best gourmet breaks in the North West
  
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• Fishmoor reservoir boathouse plans for young sailors

  22-10-2023 06:00
  
  Fishmoor reservoir in Blackburn is set to be home to a brand new state-of-the-art boathouse for young people.
  
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• Dozens of bright green parakeets spotted in Blackburn

  22-10-2023 06:00
  
  Dozens of green parrots have been spotted flying round Blackburn
  
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• DMD Designs in Longridge wants to extend alcohol license

  22-10-2023 06:00
  
  The owner of DMD Designs in Longridge is seeking to regularise the sale of alcohol on the premises.
  
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• Details for all the Rossendale Remembrance events next month

  22-10-2023 06:00
  
  Rossendale Borough Council has confirmed the dates, times, and locations for a series of Remembrance events to be held across the borough.
  
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• Burnley FC hiring matchday drummer to play at Turf Moor

  22-10-2023 06:00
  
  Burnley Football Club is hiring a drummer to get supporters excited on matchdays.
  
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• Blackburn with Darwen's Spark rated requires improvement - Lancashire Telegraph

  22-10-2023 06:00
  
  Blackburn with Darwen's Spark rated requires improvement  Lancashire Telegraph
  
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• Blackburn with Darwen's Spark rated requires improvement

  22-10-2023 06:00
  
  A service which provides drug and alcohol treatment to people across Blackburn with Darwen who misuse substances has been rated as ‘requires improvement’
  
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• Blackburn driver ran seven red lights at 100mph from police

  22-10-2023 06:00
  
  A dangerous drug driver drove through seven red lights reaching speeds of more than 100mph as he tried to evade the police
  
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• Blackburn children's phonics better than national average

  22-10-2023 06:00
  
  Blackburn with Darwen children’s speaking and reading skills remain below pre-pandemic levels, according to new figures.
  
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• Bacup pervert found with hundreds of indecent child images

  22-10-2023 06:00
  
  A pervert found with hundreds of indecent child images on two mobile phones told police he had deleted them when they came to search his house
  
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• Accrington testing business celebrates decade of success

  22-10-2023 06:00
  
  Today, the company boasts a team of 15 dedicated professionals and is poised for even greater growth
  
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• Jack Catterall v Jorge Linares: British light-welterweight eases to unanimous points win in Liverpool

  22-10-2023 01:05 via bbc.co.uk
  
  British light-welterweight Jack Catterall eased to a unanimous points victory over veteran Jorge Linares.
  
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