Blackburn with Darwen news

• Exceptional' day for Tauheedul Islam Boys’ students

  22-08-2024 23:00
  
  The school said, 84 per cent of pupils achieved a ‘strong pass’ (grades 9-5) in GCSE English and maths.
  
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• Burnley land Nottingham Forest centre-back Joe Worrall

  22-08-2024 21:28
  
  Burnley have made defender Joe Worrall their latest signing on a four-year contract
  
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• 'Pride of Pleckgate': Pupils reach new heights at Blackburn school

  22-08-2024 21:00
  
  Pleckgate High School Headteacher Aishling McGinty said the school had 'high expectations of pupils' and want them to know that 'anything is possible'
  
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• Escaped prisoner planned to blow up bank, court hears

  22-08-2024 20:56 via bbc.com
  
  Alan Murphy, 62, who was inspired by a Netflix documentary's claims about the bank, is jailed for 15 years.
  
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• All the best pictures from Westholme School

  22-08-2024 19:00
  
  The school said it had seen year-on-year improvements at every grade, including almost double the percentage of grade 9s from 2023.
  
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• Pupils at trio of Darwen schools celebrate success

  22-08-2024 18:00
  
  Around 470 students across Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio School (DAES), Darwen Aldridge Community Academy (DACA) and Darwen Vale High School picked up their results.
  
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• Zaroury departs Burnley to join Lens

  22-08-2024 17:16 via bbc.com
  
  Morocco winger Anass Zaroury leaves Burnley to join Ligue 1 side RC Lens for an undisclosed fee on a four-year deal.
  
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• Police confirm millionaire Mike Lynch has been found dead off Sicily coast

  22-08-2024 16:35
  
  Divers had been attempting to access the boat - which is around 50m (165ft) below the surface - since Monday morning.
  
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• Can money with the late Queen Elizabeth II's portrait on still be used in the UK?

  22-08-2024 16:35
  
  Coins and notes now have King Charles III’s portrait on but can you still use old money with the late Queen Elizabeth II's face on?
  
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• Do cyclists have to obey speed limits? The bylaws to watch to avoid prosecution

  22-08-2024 16:34
  
  Speed limits implemented for motorists do not apply to cyclists, however there are ways cyclists can be caught speeding - rules, regulations and how cyclists can be prosecuted.
  
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• Duncan McGuire ends transfer speculation after failed Blackburn Rovers move

  22-08-2024 16:21
  
  Blackburn Rovers agreed a deal to sign the striker in January but the deal fell through
  
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• Shop sold knife and alcohol to children

  22-08-2024 16:16 via bbc.com
  
  A convenience store in Preston can no longer sell alcohol after selling restricted items to children.
  
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• Burnley in advanced talks to sign Forest's Worrall

  22-08-2024 15:26 via bbc.com
  
  Championship side Burnley are in advanced talks to sign defender Joe Worrall from Nottingham Forest.
  
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• XL bully 'just turned on man' before fatal mauling

  22-08-2024 15:15 via bbc.com
  
  Lee Brown says he tried to "whack" a dog with a brush as it mauled David Daintree to death.
  
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• Blackburn Rovers to assess injury doubt before Oxford United clash

  22-08-2024 15:13
  
  Hayden Carter is an injury doubt for Blackburn Rovers this weekend against Oxford United.
  
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• Liam Gallagher rescues stray 'half the world away' in moving tale by 'dog hero'

  22-08-2024 15:04
  
  The former Oasis frontman's heartwarming actions proved that 'not all is bad in the world'.
  
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• John Eustace provides Blackburn Rovers transfer update with targets confirmed

  22-08-2024 14:39
  
  Blackburn Rovers are still active in the transfer market
  
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• ‘I was really nervous’: Pupils share results day experiences

  22-08-2024 14:00
  
  Parents and family members joined pupils at the school on Thursday.
  
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• This town was ‘target for thieves’ after vehicles stolen and homes burgled

  22-08-2024 13:40
  
  The incidents occurred around Exchange Street, Avondale Road, Douglas Grove, Reservoir Street, School Street and Dove Lane, in Darwen.
  
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• Fraudster jailed for bogus insurance claims

  22-08-2024 13:24 via bbc.com
  
  Joel Mtebe made up stories about laptops and TVs getting broken after taking out policies in different names.
  
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• A man has died and police need your help

  22-08-2024 12:46
  
  Police are appealing for help after a man died in Bolton earlier this week.
  
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• Met Office issue weather warning as storm set to hit Lancashire

  22-08-2024 12:35
  
  Forecasters are warning of travel disruption on Friday morning as East Lancashire braces for Storm Lillian
  
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• Blackburn Rovers transfer latest including Ryo Germain and goalkeeper update

  22-08-2024 12:26
  
  Blackburn Rovers are still actively pushing to bolster their squad in the transfer market
  
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• Blackburn Rovers' financial picture after Venky's court case delayed again

  22-08-2024 11:50
  
  Venky's have seen their court case in India pushed back for the third time this year
  
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• Police issue message after kids pull up plants and play knock-a-door run pranks

  22-08-2024 11:36
  
  Officers have been contacted by people in Ribble Valley who are “aggrieved” due to youths playing knock-a-door run
  
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• How and where rat-sized spiders are now 'thriving' in the UK after near extinction

  22-08-2024 11:23
  
  Fen raft spiders have come back from near extinction after years of conservation work by the RSPB and Chester Zoo.
  
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• Lewis Travis opens up on Blackburn Rovers exit and John Eustace texts

  22-08-2024 11:10
  
  The Blackburn Rovers captain has spoken for the first time since leaving for Ipswich Town in January
  
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• Burnley midfielder Sander Berge completes Fulham switch

  22-08-2024 11:10
  
  Sander Berge's Burnley exit has been confirmed as the midfielder joins Premier League Fulham
  
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• Burnley confirm Sander Berge and Anass Zaroury exits

  22-08-2024 11:10
  
  Sander Berge's Burnley exit has been confirmed as the midfielder joins Premier League Fulham
  
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• Fulham sign Burnley midfielder Berge for £25m

  22-08-2024 11:06 via bbc.com
  
  Sander Berge joins Fulham in £25m deal after 12 months at Burnley.
  
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• 'Mixed emotions' as tram bridge demolition begins

  22-08-2024 10:45 via bbc.com
  
  A campaigner said he welcomed plans for a new bridge but was sad to see the old one go after 220 years.
  
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• United Utilities called to burst water main and spend hours making repairs

  22-08-2024 09:16
  
  United Utilities called to burst water main and spend hours making repairs
  
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• Road to be closed until next week as United Utilities fix burst water main

  22-08-2024 09:16
  
  United Utilities was called to a burst water main and spent hours making repairs
  
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• Updates as students across Lancashire get their GCSE results

  22-08-2024 09:10
  
  It's GCSE results day for many students across East Lancashire We'll bring you all the updates as teenagers get their long awaited grades
  
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• Driver reported by police after 'hogging' lane on M6

  22-08-2024 08:44
  
  The driver of the car was spotted by police travelling in lane three on the M6
  
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• Plans to turn former radar station into 'mega flat'

  22-08-2024 07:46 via bbc.com
  
  The landmark building in Fleetwood was snapped up for £97,000 earlier this year.
  
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• Digital memory boxes introduced for children in care

  22-08-2024 07:34 via bbc.com
  
  The digital tool is being used to help young people in care in Blackpool keep hold of memories.
  
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• Rare orangutan baby named after mascot

  22-08-2024 07:32 via bbc.com
  
  A rare orangutan is named after a mascot for a group which helps children after intestinal failure.
  
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• Castle's restoration work delayed by a year

  22-08-2024 07:30 via bbc.com
  
  More time is needed to find money to fund the repairs at Clitheroe Castle, councillors say,
  
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• Workers unearth a treasure trove of flushed toys in sewers

  22-08-2024 06:00
  
  United Utilities employees have discovered a toy box full of items at Blackburn Wastewater Treatment Works.
  
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• Why Dolan believes Rovers can make 'big change' this season

  22-08-2024 06:00
  
  Tyrhys Dolan on lessons learnt from last season and why Rovers can kick on this term
  
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• Tributes to former sweet shopkeeper who has died

  22-08-2024 06:00
  
  Aeloved Little Harwood resident who was a “true legend and a true angel” has passed away aged 67.
  
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• The lowdown on Oxford United ahead of Ewood Park clash

  22-08-2024 06:00
  
  The lowdown on Oxford United as Rovers prepare to host the U's this weekend
  
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• Rambo and ‘massive dog’ among brave contestants preparing for gravy competition

  22-08-2024 06:00
  
  Rambo and ‘massive dog’ among the brave contestants preparing for World Gravy Wrestling Championships
  
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• Pub is one of the 'best kept secrets' of the Lancashire Moors

  22-08-2024 06:00
  
  The Strawbury Duck, located near Entwistle reservoir, is a traditional British pub providing drinks, food and even a place to stay in their B&B rooms.
  
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• Organisers expecting big crowds for Kabaddi festival at park

  22-08-2024 06:00
  
  The Kabaddi festival will take place at Pleasington Playing Fields in Blackburn this weekend.
  
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• New ITV game show casting for contestants to be paired with celebrities

  22-08-2024 06:00
  
  Filming is scheduled between November 7 – 10, and applicants must be available on one of these dates.
  
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• Neighbours' horror at discovering XL Bully mauled man to death - and hearing gunshot

  22-08-2024 06:00
  
  David Daintree died on Tuesday night, August 20, after being attacked by the XL Bully dog at his home at Ashley Court in Accrington.
  
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• Meet Andrew and Dave - Bolton's answer to Toy Story's Buzz Lightyear

  22-08-2024 06:00
  
  Popular toys come and go and whilst most get passed on or donated to charity, some end up taking a trip round the u-bend and beyond.
  
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• Lancashire water activity centre offering big discount

  22-08-2024 06:00
  
  A Lancashire water activities centre is offering a 30 per cent discount for visitors.
  
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