Blackburn with Darwen news

• Jay Slater's mum says 'our hearts are broken' after son's body found

  16-07-2024 22:45 via bbc.com
  
  Spanish officials say Mr Slater's death was caused by "trauma consistent with a fall in a rocky area".
  
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• 'Vile' Jay Slater trolling 'devastating' for family

  16-07-2024 19:58 via bbc.com
  
  A charity boss close to the Slater family says "vile and hurtful" comments had put huge strain on the family.
  
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• Everton goalkeeper Barrett signs for Blackburn

  16-07-2024 19:01 via bbc.com
  
  Blackburn Rovers sign former Everton goalkeeper Jack Barrett on a one-year deal
  
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• Chorley man murdered woman after night in Atherton and Leigh

  16-07-2024 18:14
  
  A “serial domestic abuser” has been convicted of the “vicious, pre-meditated” murder of a woman.
  
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• Part of Accrington town centre pub to be converted to shops

  16-07-2024 18:00
  
  Two empty Victorian shops, for decades part of a heritage-listed Accrington pub, are set to be converted back to their original use.
  
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• Blackburn make overseas enquiry as transfer chase continues

  16-07-2024 17:42
  
  Blackburn Rovers are looking to make a breakthrough in the transfer market
  
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• Burnley sign Brazilian left-back Pires

  16-07-2024 17:20 via bbc.com
  
  Burnley have signed Brazilian left-back Lucas Pires on a four-year deal from Santos for an undisclosed fee.
  
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• Burnley sign Santos left-back Lucas Pires on four-year deal

  16-07-2024 17:13
  
  Burnley have confirmed the signing of Santos left-back Lucas Pires on a four-year deal
  
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• Branch Road in Lower Darwen reopens following fire

  16-07-2024 17:07
  
  Branch Road in Lower Darwen has reopened following a fire in the early hours of this morning.
  
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• RSCPA probe after dog found dead between Egerton and Darwen

  16-07-2024 16:46
  
  A dead dog was found hanging by the neck on a quite country road, prompting an immediate investigation.
  
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• Jay Slater's death 'devastating' for town says councillor

  16-07-2024 15:30
  
  Oswaldtwistle's County Councillor Peter Britcliffe has said the news that the body found in Tenerife is that of Jay Slater was 'devastating' for the town and a tragedy for his family.
  
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• Mum speaks out after body confirmed to be Jay Slater

  16-07-2024 15:20
  
  Missing persons' charity LBT Global said Jay’s mum, Debbie Duncan, was “lost for words” when she heard the news.
  
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• Burnley youngster Mellon joins Stockport County on loan

  16-07-2024 15:16
  
  Burnley youngster Michael Mellon will spend the upcoming season on loan at League One side Stockport
  
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• Inside Blackburn's pre-season and preparations in Austria

  16-07-2024 15:00
  
  Blackburn Rovers' Lead Sports Scientist runs through the key aspects of preparing for a Championship season
  
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• Police looking for Kelly Henry issue updated picture

  16-07-2024 14:48
  
  Police looking for Kelly Henry have issued an updated photo of her.
  
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• Renewed glass ban call after husband's club murder

  16-07-2024 14:47 via bbc.com
  
  A widow has joined forces with a glass attack victim to campaign for a ban on glass in nightclubs
  
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• Jay Slater: Body in Tenerife found to be Oswaldtwistle teenager

  16-07-2024 14:39
  
  The body found in Tenerife in Monday (July 15) is confirmed to be missing Oswaldtwistle teenager, Jay Slater.
  
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• Jay Slater: Body in Tenerife confirmed as Oswaldtwistle teen

  16-07-2024 14:39
  
  The body found in Tenerife in Monday (July 15) is confirmed to be missing Oswaldtwistle teenager, Jay Slater.
  
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• Boy, 15, arrested as police investigate Blackpool assault

  16-07-2024 14:37
  
  A 15-year-old boy has been arrested along with a 38-year-old woman as police investigate an assault in Blackpool.
  
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• Blackburn row over house extension goes to councillors

  16-07-2024 14:00
  
  Councillors have been asked to resolve a neighbour dispute over a major remodelling of a Blackburn house.
  
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• Live music and events space plan for town approved

  16-07-2024 13:45 via bbc.com
  
  The £3m plans will boost regeneration plans for St Annes and attract more people to the town centre.
  
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• Jay Slater: Messages of support as body found in Tenerife

  16-07-2024 13:00
  
  A church is preparing to open its doors, with Jay's friends and former teachers also issuing statements.
  
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• Accrington: Police seeking David Taylor over burglaries

  16-07-2024 12:42
  
  Police are looking for David Taylor, who has links to Hyndburn and Leyland, over a series of burglaries in Accrington.
  
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• Gareth Southgate quits as England football manager

  16-07-2024 12:35
  
  Gareth Southgate has stood down as England manager, saying it is time for a “new chapter” for the national team.
  
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• Blackburn youngster's new deal a reward after injury hell

  16-07-2024 12:30
  
  Isaac Whitehall wants to make up for lost time after signing a new deal at Blackburn Rovers
  
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• Chorley man threatened Sir Lindsay Hoyle MP over email

  16-07-2024 12:00
  
  A Chorley man who made threats towards the House of Commons Speaker has been sentenced.
  
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• Hull chief confirms transfer competition for Blackburn

  16-07-2024 11:29
  
  Blackburn Rovers have been linked with a move for defender Sean McLoughlin but face competition
  
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• Blackburn handed fitness boost as Szmodics absence explained

  16-07-2024 10:30
  
  Ryan Hedges will step up his injury comeback this week with John Eustace hopeful he will resume full training.
  
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• Recap: Body found in search for Oswaldtwistle's Jay Slater

  16-07-2024 10:24
  
  Live updates as Jay Slater's family face an anxious wait, after a body was found in Tenerife.
  
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• Jay Slater: Body found in search for Oswaldtwistle teen

  16-07-2024 10:24
  
  Live updates as Jay Slater's family face an anxious wait, after a body was found in Tenerife.
  
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• Updates after commercial unit fire in Lower Darwen

  16-07-2024 09:10
  
  Live updates following a commercial unit fire in Lower Darwen overnight.
  
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• Leaders Blackrod win to cement place at top of the table

  16-07-2024 08:56
  
  The Anthony Axford North West Cricket League’s Premiership title race was sent into overdrive during an action-packed Saturday which saw leaders Blackrod win, champions Little Lever lose and Padiham and Salesbury both confirm their status as serious contenders.
  
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• Branch Road in Lower Darwen closed after overnight fire

  16-07-2024 08:50
  
  Branch Road in Lower Darwen remains closed this morning (July 16) following a fire overnight.
  
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• UMPIRES' COLUMN: Positioning can be key for officials

  16-07-2024 08:48
  
  Watching the umpires at England’s Test match against the West Indies, it brought back the discussions we have had over the positioning of the officials while on the field of play, which is different to that of grassroots cricket especially at the striker’s end.
  
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• Council backs e-scooter batteries safety call

  16-07-2024 07:40 via bbc.com
  
  Hyndburn Council is told lithium-ion batteries have caused 76 fires in a county in three years.
  
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• Landfill misses deadline to stop smell - report

  16-07-2024 07:38 via bbc.com
  
  An Environment Agency inspection finds Transwaste has not done enough to eliminate the problem.
  
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• Video shows moment Clitheroe home hit with flash flood

  16-07-2024 06:00
  
  Kaya Corbridge was woken up on Tuesday (July 9) by her mother shouting: "There's a flood. The courtyard is flooding!".
  
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• School pupils attend huge leavers' assembly at Blackburn Cathedral

  16-07-2024 06:00
  
  Rt Rev. Philip North, Bishop of Blackburn, was at the Cathedral to welcome the children to the Diocesan Board of Education event.
  
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• Public consultation launched for housing development in Barnoldswick

  16-07-2024 06:00
  
  Muller Property Group has announced the launch of the first stage of public consultation on the proposed future development of the Fernbank site.
  
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• Pendle residents fined a total of £2,484 for littering

  16-07-2024 06:00
  
  Pendle council said it issued fixed penalty notices but none of the offenders paid their fines and the cases were referred to court
  
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• New contractor takes over £500k Haslingden market market

  16-07-2024 06:00
  
  A new contractor has been appointed for the £500,000 refurbishment of Haslingden Market.
  
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• New contractor takes over £500k Haslingden market

  16-07-2024 06:00
  
  A new contractor has been appointed for the £500,000 refurbishment of Haslingden Market.
  
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• Lancashire County Council to use new temporary road signs

  16-07-2024 06:00
  
  Lancashire County Council have agreed to use temporary road safety signs to support police enforcement of speed limits
  
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• Hyndburn Council row over waste disposal future rumbles on

  16-07-2024 06:00
  
  Hyndburn Council has been given an update on the future disposal of non-recyclable waste across Lancashire amid the uncertain future of Whinney Hill tip.
  
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• Data reveals Blackburn’s 'most expensive' and 'cheapest' streets

  16-07-2024 06:00
  
  A list of the most expensive and cheapest streets in town have been shared based on average sold price data from HM Land Registry since 2019.
  
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• Dancers with special needs perform in Blackburn's King George's Hall

  16-07-2024 06:00
  
  The participants in SEND Does Strictly each proved that dance has no barriers, as they confidently took to the stage at the King George’s Hall, Blackburn.
  
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• 'Change his mind' - Blackburn attacker sets out Eustace aim

  16-07-2024 06:00
  
  Pre-season will be a crucial period for Blackburn Rovers' players to prove their value
  
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• Burnley man and his dog to walk 100 miles for Casual Minds

  16-07-2024 06:00
  
  A man from Burnley is walking 100 miles from Padiham Football Club to Cumbria in just five days for charity.
  
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• Blackburn Rovers fan reveals why matchdays are extra special

  16-07-2024 06:00
  
  Geoff Spring, celebrated his 75th birthday this weekend, and has a deep rooted love for Blackburn Rovers and has renewed his season ticket for the coming season.
  
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• Blackburn nursery hosts graduation ceremony for little stars

  16-07-2024 06:00
  
  The Palm Tree Nursery School hosted the event at East Lancs Cricket club where staff and parents joined pupils for a special celebration.
  
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