Blackburn with Darwen news

• Jay Slater's mum tells of ‘agony' as searches fail to find son

  02-07-2024 22:53 via bbc.com
  
  The 19-year-old has been missing since 17 June after he told a friend he was lost in the mountains.
  
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• If a speed cameras isn't visible can I challenge the fine?

  02-07-2024 22:02
  
  A lawyer has explained whether speed cameras in the UK have to be visible.
  
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• This Morning guest wants to go to war over Jude Bellingham

  02-07-2024 22:01
  
  If Bellingham were to be banned, some England fans would be prepared "for war".
  
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• Holidaymaker evacuated as 'scary' Kos wildfires rage

  02-07-2024 21:54 via bbc.com
  
  Diane Critchley was ordered to evacuate their hotel on Kos on Monday as the fires raged nearby.
  
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• Anderson takes 7-35 to put Lancs on top against Notts

  02-07-2024 20:30 via bbc.com
  
  James Anderson takes 7-35 eight days before his farewell Test appearance for England t put Lancashire on top against Notts.
  
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• Pink Floyd founder joins Blackburn Workers Party campaign

  02-07-2024 18:35
  
  Controversial Pink Floyd founder Roger Waters flew into Blackburn today to throw his support behind Workers Party candidate Craig Murray.
  
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• Man fined £1040 and handed six points for driving offence

  02-07-2024 18:32
  
  The man received six points on his licence, bringing his total to 12 and he was also banned from driving for six months.
  
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• Jay Slater appeal on Spanish cash machines as teen still missing

  02-07-2024 18:26
  
  Holidaymakers using ATMs in Puerto De La Cruz spotted the Oswaldtwistle teen's photo and details on screens in a bid to locate him.
  
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• Morecambe captain Rawson joins Accrington

  02-07-2024 18:20 via bbc.com
  
  Accrington Stanley complete the signing of Morecambe defender Farrend Rawson on a two-year deal.
  
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• Covid rates in Blackburn with Darwen continue to rise - Rayo

  02-07-2024 18:12
  
  Covid rates in Blackburn with Darwen continue to rise  Rayo
  
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• Blackburn fight off Premier League interest to retain Academy star

  02-07-2024 18:00
  
  Igor Tyjon has signed a scholarship deal with Blackburn Rovers despite major interest
  
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• General Election 2024: Outrage at Reform UK's Facebook links

  02-07-2024 17:03
  
  Hyndburn Reform UK have been condemned for being Facebook “friends” with a notorious far-right and fascist figure.
  
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• Ex-Arsenal defender Medley joins Fleetwood

  02-07-2024 16:46 via bbc.com
  
  Defender Zech Medley joins Fleetwood Town after leaving KV Oostende.
  
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• Great Harwood abattoir site set to store shipping containers

  02-07-2024 15:59
  
  The site of a closed East Lancashire slaughterhouse is to be used to store repurposed shipping containers.
  
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• DWP Universal Credit warning as 184,000 benefits stopped

  02-07-2024 15:54
  
  Households who receive six legacy benefits set to be replaced by Universal Credit have been issued a warning as they risk having their benefits stopped
  
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• Blackburn Women hit with mass exits amid minimum wage salaries report

  02-07-2024 15:53
  
  Blackburn Rovers Women saw 13 players leave the club at the end of their contracts
  
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• Bar apologises for Facebook post mocking Jay Slater

  02-07-2024 15:25 via bbc.com
  
  The bar, not far from Jay Slater's home town, said it was "gobsmacked" the image had been posted.
  
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• CCTV released as Blackburn streets vandalised with graffiti

  02-07-2024 15:16
  
  On Friday, June 28, between midnight and around 1.30am, several streets in Blackburn were vandalised, in the form of graffiti.
  
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• Ramsbottom restaurant Colleen's closes after 2 years

  02-07-2024 14:34
  
  A restaurant has closed its doors permanently after more than two years in business
  
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• When Burnley road is expected to reopen after burst pipe

  02-07-2024 14:00
  
  On June 27, people were left without water due to a burst pipe on Brunshaw Road in Burnley.
  
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• Barrowford Road: Truck on its side and leaking fluid

  02-07-2024 13:45
  
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• Tubi set to launch free service in UK to challenge Netflix

  02-07-2024 13:00
  
  The free streaming service Tubi is set to launch in the UK as a challenge to Netflix, with it being owned by Rupert Murdoch's Fox Corporation
  
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• Ex Blackburn mayor takes fine over Bonfire Night fly tipping

  02-07-2024 13:00
  
  A former Blackburn councillor and mayor has accepted a fine after fly tipping at the town's Bonfire Night event in Witton Park.
  
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• Blackburn identify transfer target ahead of impending exit

  02-07-2024 12:55
  
  Blackburn Rovers are looking to bolster their squad for the upcoming season
  
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• What is a wildfire? How to check for travel advice

  02-07-2024 12:53
  
  Wildfires can take place in a variety of locations but what are they and how do you check if it's safe to travel to a location with a wildfire?
  
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• Is it safe to travel to Greece amid wildfires on Kos?

  02-07-2024 12:29
  
  Firefighters have been battling wildfires on the island of Kos in Greece, but is it safe to travel to the country as a whole?
  
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• BBC shelve The Chris and Rosie Ramsey Show after 2 series

  02-07-2024 11:54
  
  BBC comedy chat show, The Chris and Rosie Ramsey Show, has been shelved by the broadcaster after just two series.
  
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• Police find £7,000 of stolen copper in M6 chase

  02-07-2024 11:46 via bbc.com
  
  Police find bags and buckets filled with stolen copper wiring worth £7,000 in a van on the M6.
  
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• Police find drugs and £20K in cash after search in Preston

  02-07-2024 11:32
  
  Police dog ‘sniffs out’ £20K hidden under bath after police find 7kg of drugs
  
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• Jay Slater: TV detective slams ‘fake content’ being shared

  02-07-2024 11:00
  
  Mark Williams-Thomas, a former police officer, said he has received an “overwhelming response” from people who want to help.
  
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• Blackburn to address two-year problem in transfer market

  02-07-2024 10:51
  
  John Eustace wants Blackburn Rovers to 'excite' supporters next season
  
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• Blackrod’s slip hands the initiative to Little Lever

  02-07-2024 09:17
  
  Tonge inflicted a first defeat of the season on Anthony Axford North West Cricket League high-flyers Blackrod on Sunday to hand the initiative in the Premiership title race to champions Little Lever.
  
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• UMPIRES' COLUMN: Rain calls are down to the officials

  02-07-2024 09:01
  
  The rain caused problems for everyone - players, spectators, umpires, and scorers in the later part of the games on Saturday.
  
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• Royal Mail: Can you still use stamps with Queen's head on?

  02-07-2024 08:55
  
  Find out if you can still use Royal Mail first and second-class stamps with Queen Elizabeth II's head on in the UK.
  
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• Arrests made after police find stolen copper in car on M6

  02-07-2024 08:47
  
  A member of the public alerted police to the suspicious vehicles in Cabus.
  
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• Vape factory destroyed in fire has rebuild approved

  02-07-2024 07:42 via bbc.com
  
  The Vape Dinner Lady building was destroyed in September by a fire caused by a faulty light.
  
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• Have Lancashire voters lost faith in politics?

  02-07-2024 07:40 via bbc.com
  
  BBC Lancashire's political reporter Mike Stevens outlines the key issues affecting the county.
  
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• Get a free meal at Morrisons Café with this special word

  02-07-2024 07:26
  
  Morrisons Café have announced that they are offering free meals to customers who say this magic word.
  
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• Black Sheep Coffee puts in plans for Northlight, Brierfield

  02-07-2024 06:23
  
  A high-street coffee chain has submitted plans to open at £32 million restoration project, Northlight in Brierfield.
  
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• Westholme School announces new principal for September

  02-07-2024 06:00
  
  A Blackburn private school has announced its new principal, who will be starting in the role in September.
  
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• Talented Haslingden school pupils arrive on horses for prom

  02-07-2024 06:00
  
  TWO students more well known for their footballing abilities, hopped on horses to arrive in style at Haslingden High School’s Year 11 Prom.
  
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• Police officer wins 'response officer of the year' award

  02-07-2024 06:00
  
  PC Rowan Nelson has been named Lancashire Police’s 'response officer of the year'.
  
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• Pictures as Super Soapbox Challenge returns to Colne

  02-07-2024 06:00
  
  The event saw daredevil drivers take to the wheel in their handmade soapbox vehicles, in front of crowded streets in Colne.
  
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• Pendle taxi drivers could become subject to strict 12-month rule

  02-07-2024 06:00
  
  Spot-checks on some taxis in the past year or so revealed ‘unacceptably high failure rates’. 
  
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• Lamissah La-Shontae arrives in style at school prom at Crow Wood Hotel

  02-07-2024 06:00
  
  Lamissah attends Shuttleworth College and joined fellow pupils at their prom at Crow Wood Hotel.
  
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• Lamissah La-Shontae arrives in style at school prom

  02-07-2024 06:00
  
  Lamissah attends Shuttleworth College and joined fellow pupils at their prom at Crow Wood Hotel.
  
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• Jay Slater joke posted to The Bees Knees Accrington Facebook

  02-07-2024 06:00
  
  The Bees Knees in Accrington has come under fire after “disgusting” joke about missing teenager, Jay Slater, was posted to its Facebook page.
  
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• Images of how Haslingden town centre could look with Big Lamp platform

  02-07-2024 06:00
  
  Artist impressions show a proposed new events space, street upgrades and a sculpture, along with a new platform for a landmark lamp in a Rossendale town.
  
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• Grinning 32-year-old and 3 other men wanted by Lancashire Police

  02-07-2024 06:00
  
  Here are the four faces of the East Lancashire man wanted by police this week.
  
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• Darwen Triathlon and Run 2025 details announced after event success

  02-07-2024 06:00
  
  A triathlon featuring swimming, cycling and running in Darwen last month has been announced as a 'success'
  
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