Blackburn with Darwen news

• Burnley appoint Henrik Jensen as first team assistant coach

  20-06-2024 22:59
  
  Burnley have appointed Henrik Jensen as first team assistant coach - but the search for Vincent Kompany's replacement continues
  
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• Tributes to dad killed in motorway crash

  20-06-2024 18:13 via bbc.com
  
  Police appeal for dashcam footage of the four-vehicle crash which killed Danny Aitchison.
  
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• Jay Slater: Blue ribbons tied up around Oswaldtwistle

  20-06-2024 16:30
  
  Blue ribbons have been popping up around Oswaldtwistle in support of missing teenager Jay Slater.
  
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• Carabao Cup first-round draw details for Blackburn Rovers

  20-06-2024 16:20
  
  All the details for the upcoming Carabao Cup campaign
  
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• Blackburn-born woman took her life in Dubai apartment

  20-06-2024 16:15
  
  A Blackburn-born woman living in Dubai died in her apartment after taking her own life, an inquest has heard.
  
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• Managerless Burnley speak to Van Nistelrooy

  20-06-2024 14:16 via bbc.com
  
  Burnley talk with former Man Utd striker Ruud van Nistelrooy over manager vacancy and appoint Henrik Jansen as assistant boss.
  
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• Birmingham transfer could have domino impact on Blackburn

  20-06-2024 12:39
  
  Blackburn Rovers have fielded interest in Leopold Wahlstedt which could see them sign a goalkeeper
  
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• Police looking for man after assaults reported in Longridge

  20-06-2024 12:20
  
  Police were called to Berry Lane in Longridge on Wednesday, April 3, at around 11pm, to investigate reports of assaults.
  
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• Blackburn recruitment continues with eye on Irish youngster

  20-06-2024 12:07
  
  Aodhan Doherty signed for Blackburn Rovers last week and there could be more recruitment from Ireland this summer
  
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• Rail worker 'two seconds' from 100mph train hit

  20-06-2024 11:45 via bbc.com
  
  An engineer was two seconds from being hit by a train after a misunderstanding about the line being closed.
  
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• Jay Slater's mum says she ‘just wants her baby back’

  20-06-2024 11:35
  
  Mum wishes she told Jay Slater ‘don’t go to Tenerife’ in heartbreaking interview
  
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• GoFundMe launched amid search for Oswaldtwistle’s Jay Slater

  20-06-2024 11:30
  
  Lucy Mae, who is in Tenerife and was the last person to speak with Jay Slater before he disappeared, launched the fundraiser.
  
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• Langho musician Grace Davies in running to perform at BST Hyde Park 

  20-06-2024 11:00
  
  Musician Grace Davies could perform on same stage as Shania Twain – but your help is needed
  
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• Grace Davies in running to perform at BST Hyde Park 

  20-06-2024 11:00
  
  Musician Grace Davies could perform on same stage as Shania Twain – but your help is needed to get her there.
  
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• Burnley man criticised over 'embarrassing' anti-refugee flag

  20-06-2024 10:17
  
  Fans have been slammed after an 'embarrassing' anti-refugee flag being paraded in Frankfurt was shared by a Burnley man online.
  
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• Ex-police officer's 6 tips to help stop your car being stolen

  20-06-2024 09:37
  
  Nextbase and an ex-police officer have worked together to share tips on how to prevent your car from being stolen.
  
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• Ex-police officer shares tips on how you can stop thieves stealing your car

  20-06-2024 09:37
  
  Nextbase and an ex-police officer have worked together to share tips on how to stop your car being stolen.
  
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• More than 100 vehicles stopped in Bolton police operation

  20-06-2024 08:58
  
  More than 100 vehicles were stopped in a Horwich police operation on Wednesday.
  
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• Jay Slater: RECAP as search in Tenerife continues

  20-06-2024 08:33
  
  The search for missing 19-year-old Jay Slater, from Oswaldtwistle, has entered its fourth day. We will provide you with updates.
  
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• Jay Slater: Live updates as search in Tenerife continues

  20-06-2024 08:33
  
  The search for missing 19-year-old Jay Slater, from Oswaldtwistle, has entered its fourth day. We will provide you with updates.
  
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• Man celebrates 90th birthday with charity bike ride

  20-06-2024 07:28 via bbc.com
  
  Tony Newton celebrates his 90th birthday by getting back in the saddle on another charity bike ride.
  
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• Blackburn man racially abused police after Nelson arrest

  20-06-2024 06:49
  
  A man who hurled racist remarks at two police officers during arrest, leaving them questioning why they do their job in the face of such abuse.
  
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• Police find drugs at house after child takes ecstasy pill

  20-06-2024 06:13
  
  A child was rushed to hospital after taking an ecstasy tablet at an address in Blackburn, leading police to find more pills, cannabis and steroids.
  
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• Youth referral order for boy after Burnley bus station fire

  20-06-2024 06:00
  
  Two boys charged with arson following a large blaze at Burnley bus station have appeared at Preston Youth Court.
  
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• Yorkshire Building Society offering fraud prevention advice

  20-06-2024 06:00
  
  A building society branch in Blackburn is preparing to arm people with crucial knowledge to help fend off financial scams.
  
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• Whitaker Museum to host Rossendale’s first pride event

  20-06-2024 06:00
  
  The Whitaker Museum and Art Gallery will host Rossendale’s first pride event in July
  
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• Volunteers put on ‘amazing’ fun day for families in Darwen

  20-06-2024 06:00
  
  The free event was was organised by members of St James Community Centre, Ash Grove.
  
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• Terry Christian set to reveal all in festival warm-up shows

  20-06-2024 06:00
  
  Outspoken, award-winning presenter Terry Christian will be giving a sneak preview of his new show heading to this year’s Edinburgh Festival in Rossendale this weekend
  
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• Sky Sports legend Jeff Stelling coming to Blackburn on tour

  20-06-2024 06:00
  
  Lancastrian football fans are in for a treat as a Sky Sports legend is set to visit, along with a special guest.
  
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• Sir Ian McKellen 'hugely indebted' to NHS after West End stage fall

  20-06-2024 06:00
  
  The Burnley-born actor has shown little sign of slowing down during his esteemed career, even marking his milestone 80th year with an 80-date nationwide solo tour.
  
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• Rossendale photographer wins Great Northern Wedding Award

  20-06-2024 06:00
  
  A photographer from Rossendale has won a prize at the Great Northern Wedding Awards earlier this month
  
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• Rob Smith takes up new role at Velocity Composites

  20-06-2024 06:00
  
  A Burnley-based aerospace supplier has appointed a new chief financial officer.
  
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• Pendle Hill Properties invites 9,000 children to family fun day

  20-06-2024 06:00
  
  Pendle Hill Properties has invited more than 9,000 schoolchildren to a family fun day at Burnley's Towneley Park this weekend.
  
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• Number of child casualties on Lancashire roads worst in North West

  20-06-2024 06:00
  
  A road safety charity is calling for measures to end speeding traffic around schools in East Lancashire
  
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• Leeds and Liverpool Canal cycle for Blackburn hospital radio

  20-06-2024 06:00
  
  The chair of Radio Hospitals Blackburn will be cycling the length of the Leeds and Liverpool Canal to raise money for the studios.
  
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• Lancashire Pub of the Week: Emmott Arms in Laneshawbridge

  20-06-2024 06:00
  
  This week's pub is found in Laneshawbridge, a village of fewer than 1,000 people near Colne, and is run by a couple with close ties to the area.
  
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• Harry Leonard on highs and lows of Blackburn Rovers season

  20-06-2024 06:00
  
  It's set to be a "big" pre-season for Rovers forward Harry Leonard as he aims to impress John Eustace
  
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• Former restaurant boss in Padiham jailed for sexual offences

  20-06-2024 06:00
  
  The ex-owner of an Italian restaurant in Padiham has been jailed for more than 14 years after engaging in sexual activity with female members of staff.
  
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• Former mayoress raised thousands for kidney care appeal

  20-06-2024 06:00
  
  Sayeeda Mulla was the mayoress when husband Salim Mulla was Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen in 2014.
  
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• Election mudslinging ‘tarnishing’ town of Blackburn

  20-06-2024 06:00
  
  Campaigners in some areas have resorted to sharing fake videos and even challenging people in places of worship.
  
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• Burnley artist nominated for 'Apprentice of the Year'

  20-06-2024 06:00
  
  A woman from Burnley who worked to create sensory walls for children has been nominated for a Nelson and Colne College Group Student Award
  
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• Blackburn service Spark shines light on special worker

  20-06-2024 06:00
  
  Spark provides vital support to Blackburn's most vulnerable women, with one worker in particular going above and beyond.
  
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• Blackburn man to stand trial accused of violent offences

  20-06-2024 06:00
  
  A Blackburn man will stand trial in October after denying a series of violent offences.
  
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• Blackburn law firms named among best in UK from reviews

  20-06-2024 06:00
  
  Blackburn law firms given 'a vote of public confidence' after analysis of online reviews revealed they received one of the highest average scores in the UK
  
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• Blackburn 'ban the bomb' campaigners making their point

  20-06-2024 06:00
  
  The Sixties are often credited with seeing increased politicisation of the masses
  
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• How much walking should I do a day? New study reveals

  20-06-2024 00:31
  
  Patients' quality of life and the amount of time they took off work halved when they were walking regularly.
  
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