Blackburn with Darwen news

• Blackburn: Man from Darwen convicted of raping woman

  08-07-2024 20:44
  
  A Darwen man has been convicted of raping a woman at a house in Blackburn.
  
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• Bispham paedophile sentenced to 20 years in prison

  08-07-2024 20:31
  
  A paedophile from Bispham has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for sexually abusing two children.
  
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• Family pay tribute to great-grandad killed in Colne crash

  08-07-2024 20:21
  
  The family of a man who died in a crash in Colne last week have paid tribute to a ‘very loving’ grandad and great-grandad.
  
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• Indian festival celebrates cohesion - organiser

  08-07-2024 18:45 via bbc.com
  
  Hundreds attend the Indian Cultural Festival in front of Blackpool Tower.
  
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• Colne man shot birds and disposed of them in a wheelie bin

  08-07-2024 18:37
  
  A man from Colne has been charged with shooting two wild birds and possession of an air weapon.
  
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• Colne man charged with shooting bird and putting them in bin

  08-07-2024 18:37
  
  A man from Colne has been charged by police for allegedly shooting two wild birds and possession of an air weapon.
  
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• Evans signs for Blackpool on two-year deal

  08-07-2024 16:25 via bbc.com
  
  Blackpool sign midfielder Lee Evans on a two-year deal.
  
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• Police incident at Burnley bus station stops services

  08-07-2024 16:00
  
  A road leading into Burnley bus station is currently closed due to a police incident, stopping buses leaving and entering
  
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• Lancashire residents urged to have say on local policing

  08-07-2024 15:36
  
  Lancashire's Police and Crime Commissioner is seeking residents' views through a county wide survey on policing.
  
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• New MPs hit out at 'shambles' train services

  08-07-2024 15:33 via bbc.com
  
  Several newly-elected Labour MPs suffer disruption during journeys to take their seats in the Commons.
  
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• Blackburn star on pre-season, different role and new target

  08-07-2024 15:00
  
  Joe Rankin-Costello gave his verdict on Rovers' first pre-season outing and the summer to date
  
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• Bergerac remake cast announced including Damien Molony

  08-07-2024 14:36
  
  Damien Molony, Zoe Wanamaker and Philip Glenister are among the names announced for the reimagined series of Bergerac
  
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• Jay Slater: Detective says ‘criminal network’ being considered

  08-07-2024 14:22
  
  Mark Williams-Thomas, a former police officer, says Jay Slater the investigation has ‘opened up established criminal network’
  
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• The Lancashire towns ranked as one of the most costly for flytipping - Lancashire Evening Post

  08-07-2024 14:05
  
  The Lancashire towns ranked as one of the most costly for flytipping  Lancashire Evening Post
  
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• Jet2 issues travel warning for Manchester Airport passengers

  08-07-2024 14:04
  
  Jet2.com has issued a warning to all passengers travelling to Manchester Airport during July and August 2024.
  
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• Owl and pigeon shot with air gun and dumped in bin

  08-07-2024 14:01 via bbc.com
  
  A man is charged with animal cruelty offences after the birds were found in a wheelie bin.
  
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• Can you camp on UK beaches or is it illegal? Rules to follow

  08-07-2024 13:50
  
  Wild camping on a beach in the UK might sound like a good idea but is it allowed or is it illegal? Here are the rules.
  
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• Scott Parker on taking Burnley job and Premier League aim

  08-07-2024 13:38
  
  New Burnley boss Scott Parker is hungry to lead the club back to the Premier League
  
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• Everyone has something to prove - Burnley's Parker

  08-07-2024 13:07 via bbc.com
  
  Everyone at Burnley has "something to prove" after relegation from the Premier League, says the club's new head coach Scott Parker.
  
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• Colne Market Hall could get a cinema as part of revamp

  08-07-2024 13:05
  
  Hopes about including a new cinema in Colne’s redeveloped market hall are being looked at by staff working on the project, Pendle councillors are being told.
  
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• Blackburn Rovers captaincy update after Lewis Travis return

  08-07-2024 12:30
  
  Dom Hyam led the team last season with the Rovers captain on loan at Ipswich Town
  
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• Expert shares 5p test you can do to keep rats and mice away

  08-07-2024 12:28
  
  The idea of rats or mice making their way into our homes is less than appealing and for those wanting to keep them away, an expert has shared a test you can do at home.
  
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• Rivington: Woman ran dog boarding business without a licence

  08-07-2024 12:19
  
  Leonie Smethurst, 45, ran Dudley Waggins Limited without a licence for more than five years from Rivington Pike Cottage.
  
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• All the free benefits available to Brits over the age of 50

  08-07-2024 11:45
  
  From the cinema to cheap train tickets, here we take a look at all the possible discounts available to you.
  
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• Radio 2 in the Park: Venon Kay and Sara Cox join DJ line-up

  08-07-2024 11:35
  
  Radio 2 in the Park is coming to Moor Park in Preston, this September.
  
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• New East Lancashire MPs share how work is getting started

  08-07-2024 11:17
  
  East Lancashire’s new MPs have been getting to work on their first days in their new jobs – from going to the football to calling for a Gaza ceasefire.
  
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• One in five UK drivers warned of £200 fine and 6 points

  08-07-2024 11:15
  
  Nearly one in five drivers are risking a £200 fine and six penalty points on their driving licence
  
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• Can you park anywhere if you have a blue badge in the UK?

  08-07-2024 11:11
  
  Check before you park, see if you can park anywhere with a blue badge based on government guidance.
  
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• Royal Mint rarest coins as 20p coin sells for £55 on eBay

  08-07-2024 11:05
  
  Around 250,000 20p coins minted in November 2008 are believed to have entered circulation with no date.
  
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• Blackburn Rovers update on McFadzean and Fleck talks

  08-07-2024 10:51
  
  Both players are now out of contract and free agents but talks are ongoing
  
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• Laura Nuttall's sister launches sibling loss podcast

  08-07-2024 07:11 via bbc.com
  
  Gracie Nuttall, who lost her 19-year-old sister to cancer, says more support is needed for siblings.
  
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• Nelson woman was part of distraction shoplifting gang

  08-07-2024 06:15
  
  A woman has been before the court for her role in a shoplifting gang who tried to steal £500 of items by distracting a security guard.
  
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• Singletons Cheese boss caught three times drink drive limit

  08-07-2024 06:03
  
  The boss of a Longridge Cheese company's struggles after bereavement and Covid ended in being caught driving while three times over the limit.
  
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• Former Singletons Cheese boss caught three times drink drive limit

  08-07-2024 06:03
  
  The boss of a Longridge Cheese company's struggles after bereavement and Covid ended in being caught driving while three times over the limit.
  
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• Vertu Motors extends Burnley Football Club sponsorship

  08-07-2024 06:00
  
  Vertu Motors has announced its continued partnership with Burnley FC for the 2024/25 season, aligning with Bristol Street Motors brand.
  
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• Scaffolding on Blackburn College building costing £1m

  08-07-2024 06:00
  
  The elaborate scaffolding surrounding a historic building in Blackburn town centre has cost the college £1 million to construct to allow work to take place.
  
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• Gisburn: Toastmaster named best in the north west at awards

  08-07-2024 06:00
  
  Dave Knowles presides over formal events and introduces guests, speakers and entertainment at Stirk House Hotel.
  
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• Community Solutions North West wins veterans funding

  08-07-2024 06:00
  
  Community Solutions North West has secured funding for veterans to have access to counselling and bereavement support for the next two years.
  
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• Booths wins 42 medals at International Cheese & Dairy Awards

  08-07-2024 06:00
  
  Booths, which has two stores in East Lancashire, has won 42 medals at the International Cheese & Dairy Awards.
  
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• Blackburn Rovers injury update after Sam Szmodics scare

  08-07-2024 06:00
  
  Blackburn Rovers' star man was taken off and left the ground in a protective boot
  
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• Blackburn couple revealed as new managers of The Ivy Hotel

  08-07-2024 06:00
  
  Linda Holden, and husband Trevor Holden, are the new managers of The Ivy Hotel, which has been closed for months.
  
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