Blackburn with Darwen news

• Devolved powers deal for Lancashire struck

  19-09-2024 22:38 via bbc.com
  
  Lancashire is set to get a combined county authority in place by early next year.
  
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• Assault victim was loving and caring, says his mum

  19-09-2024 22:01 via bbc.com
  
  Detectives believe father-of-three Rob Kerr was fatally assaulted in his own home in Blackpool.
  
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• Lancashire devolution deal compared to medieval 'king and barons power grab'

  19-09-2024 18:10
  
  There are mixed feelings - from optimism to 'betrayal' - over the latest step in proposed devolution in Lancashire.
  
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• Police search for men connected to robbery in Accrington

  19-09-2024 17:24
  
  Police are searching for two men in connection with a robbery in Accrington last month.
  
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• Jailed PC who targeted women loses part of pension

  19-09-2024 17:04 via bbc.com
  
  Darren Coathup admitted targeting vulnerable women who had reported domestic abuse.
  
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• Blackburn Rovers discover punishment after FA charge following crowd trouble

  19-09-2024 16:59
  
  The FA have confirmed Blackburn Rovers have accepted their charge over crowd issues against Ipswich Town earlier this year
  
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• Disgraced officer who had sex with vulnerable victim has pension seized

  19-09-2024 16:30
  
  A former police officer who worked in Blackburn has had part of his pension seized after he had inappropriate relationships with two victims of crime.
  
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• Blackburn fined £35,000 due to crowd misconduct

  19-09-2024 16:02 via bbc.com
  
  Blackburn are fined £35,000 for misconduct relating to issues with crowd control during their Championship fixture against Ipswich in March.
  
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• Blackburn Rovers' unseen coaching impact fuelling internal belief

  19-09-2024 16:00
  
  Ryan Hedges gave an insight on the behind-the-scenes work that has Blackburn Rovers fans hoping for success
  
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• Fresh hope, Heckingbottom impact and Preston threat Blackburn Rovers must handle

  19-09-2024 13:57
  
  Insight into Sunday's opponents as Blackburn Rovers make the short trip to Deepdale
  
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• Teacher who kissed pupil on camping trip banned

  19-09-2024 13:14 via bbc.com
  
  The physics teacher was taken to a misconduct panel after his behaviour on a trip to the Lake District.
  
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• Blackburn Rovers fixture change as Leeds United issue Lancashire Police complaint

  19-09-2024 13:00
  
  Blackburn Rovers' match against Leeds United will now kick-off earlier due to intervention from Lancashire Police
  
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• 16-year-old moped rider in hospital with serious injuries after crash

  19-09-2024 12:58
  
  16-year-old moped rider in hospital with serious injuries after crash
  
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• 'The latest NHS innovation and why it's not working'

  19-09-2024 12:26
  
  Dr Zahra Ali shares her thoughts on the "influx of alternative healthcare professionals" to the NHS.
  
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• Nursery shut by inspectors over child safety fears

  19-09-2024 12:24 via bbc.com
  
  Children at Grasshoppers in Fulwood, Preston, "may be exposed to a risk of harm", inspectors say.
  
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• Am I eligible for free prescriptions? Yes, if you have 1 of these 11 conditions

  19-09-2024 12:20
  
  People living in England are eligible for free prescriptions, if they are aged 60 or over, are under 16 or 16 to 18 and in full-time education.
  
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• Man suspected of murdering woman died after being hit by lorry, coach and car on M65

  19-09-2024 11:39
  
  A man suspected of murdering his wife died after being struck by a lorry, a coach and a car on the M65 in Blackburn
  
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• Man suspected of murdering wife died after being hit by lorry, coach and car on M65

  19-09-2024 11:39
  
  A man suspected of murdering his wife died after being struck by a lorry, a coach and a car on the M65 in Blackburn
  
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• Freeman honour for Paralympic gold medallist

  19-09-2024 11:06 via bbc.com
  
  Gregg Stevenson is to be made a freeman of his village and have a school prize named after him.
  
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• Preston North End sweating on two injury concerns for Blackburn Rovers clash

  19-09-2024 11:00
  
  Paul Heckingbottom's side picked up a fresh concern against Fulham on Tuesday night
  
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• Book of Mormon is outrageous, rude but oh so entertaining

  19-09-2024 10:55
  
  Who knew that being offensive could be such fun
  
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• Four fire engines called to fire at derelict mill in this town

  19-09-2024 10:45
  
  Fire engines from Burnley, Hyndburn, and Nelson, were called to Whittam Street in Burnley.
  
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• Coronation Street legend dies aged 87, Helen Worth leads tributes to 'lovely' man

  19-09-2024 10:36
  
  Helen Worth, who plays the role of Gail Platt has paid tribute to her former Coronation Street castmate Geoffrey Hinsliff (Don Brennan).
  
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• Coronation Street legend dies aged 87, Helen Worth leads tribute to 'lovely' man

  19-09-2024 10:36
  
  Helen Worth, who plays the role of Gail Platt has paid tribute to her former Coronation Street castmate Geoffrey Hinsliff (Don Brennan).
  
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• Dog walkers told to keep pet on leads to avoid crime that carries £1K fine

  19-09-2024 08:36
  
  On Wednesday (September 18), police received a report of sheep worrying, in West Bradford
  
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• Dog walkers to keep pet on leads to avoid crime that carries £1K fine

  19-09-2024 08:36
  
  On Wednesday (September 18), police received a report of sheep worrying, in West Bradford
  
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• Appeal to have sentenced of 'evil' killer childminder extended unsuccessful

  19-09-2024 06:38
  
  An appeal to have the sentence of “pure evil” killer childminder Karen Foster examined under the unduly lenient sentence scheme has failed.
  
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• Future of council sports centre operations up for debate considering costs

  19-09-2024 06:33
  
  Future options about the management and costs of publicly-owned leisure and arts centres in Pendle are being considered by councillors.
  
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• Local football support group partners with mental health care provider

  19-09-2024 06:28
  
  Blackburn community group Creative Football is partnering with social care provider Priory to run sessions for people battling addiction.
  
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• Excitement ahead of this weekend's Jess Glynne-headlined music festival

  19-09-2024 06:27
  
  Excitement is building for this Saturday's (September 21) iMEP Festival in Accrington headlined by Jess Glynne and Kimberley Wyatt.
  
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• Oktoberfest celebrations to return to East Lancashire next month

  19-09-2024 06:06
  
  Accrington Stanley is set to resemble the beer halls of Bavaria next month as the annual German celebration Oktoberfest comes back to the region.
  
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• Woman lands dream holiday after winning competition she forgot entering

  19-09-2024 06:00
  
  Diane Sharples won a dream holiday voucher worth £5,000, for any getaway booked via Chic Boutique Travel Positive Action.
  
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• Travis hails impact of new additions as Rovers look to kick on

  19-09-2024 06:00
  
  Lewis Travis on the impact of Rovers' new additions and looking to build on a strong start in the Championship
  
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• Teacher banned indefinitely after kissing pupil during camping trip

  19-09-2024 06:00
  
  A teacher found guilty of telling a pupil that he loved them and kissing them on the cheek during a camping trip has been banned from teaching.
  
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• Support for farm after driver calls to complain about time of cows crossing road

  19-09-2024 06:00
  
  Staff at a farm have been left "gobsmacked" with the positive public response after a driver called to complain about cows crossing a road at a busy time
  
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• 'Prison pressure' saves man who sexually assaulted teen from jail

  19-09-2024 06:00
  
  A Blackburn man has been spared prison for sexually assaulting a teenager due to the “enormous pressure on the prison system.”
  
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• Photo shows the end of the round at Pleasington Golf Club

  19-09-2024 06:00
  
  If any Looking Back readers have been members of or have played at Pleasington Golf Club in the past, the chances are they will recognise this photo
  
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• New facility opens to help men speak about mental health

  19-09-2024 06:00
  
  A new facility which creates a safe, non-judgmental space where men can talk and support each other has opened in Longridge.
  
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• Man to be sentenced after admitting blackmail charge

  19-09-2024 06:00
  
  Am Oswaldtwistle man will be sentenced later this year after admitting an offence of blackmail.
  
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• Kind stranger helped mum, 86, who was 'bleeding profusely' in street

  19-09-2024 06:00
  
  Doreen Chadwick, 86, was on Arthur Street, in Great Harwood, when she cut her leg open on her car door before a good Samaritan came to her aid.
  
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• Image shows how apartments at care home will look under plans

  19-09-2024 06:00
  
  A business behind planned new apartments for the elderly and people with dementia at a care home in the green belt have released an image showing how it will look.
  
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• Hindu temple volunteers- age 6 to to 70+ - brave rain to complete 10k walk

  19-09-2024 06:00
  
  The BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir hosted its annual 10K Charity Challenge as part of its ongoing community outreach initiatives.
  
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• High-octane 80mph hovercraft racing returning to Lancashire

  19-09-2024 06:00
  
  Hovercraft racing is returning to Oswaldtwistle this weekend with under-16s able to go and watch for free.
  
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• Garage expert's top tips for keeping rats away from garages and outbuildings

  19-09-2024 06:00
  
  Rats and mice like to find shelter in garages and outbuildings but here are four tips for keeping them away.
  
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• Dream holiday turns nightmare after family 'forced off' EasyJet flight

  19-09-2024 06:00
  
  A Blackburn family have slammed EasyJet after receiving “horrendous” treatment following a holiday to Egypt.
  
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• Darwen band gears up for ‘This Feeling’ music night

  19-09-2024 06:00
  
  On Saturday September 28, Hollins will feature at ‘This Feeling’ at Sunbird Records which will also host Redearth, and Callis.
  
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• Country pub surrounded by 'lush fields' which serves 'really popular' pies

  19-09-2024 06:00
  
  Situated near the banks of the River Ribble, the Edisford Bridge pub lies in the heart of the Ribble Valley, surrounded by countryside and farm life.
  
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• Chase & Status announce 2025 live arena tour - how to get tickets

  19-09-2024 06:00
  
  Following a huge summer of live performances including their biggest show to date at Milton Keynes National Bowl, Chase & Status have today announced a major UK arena tour for April/May 2025.
  
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• Be in the audience as Britain's Got Talent auditions come to Blackpool

  19-09-2024 06:00
  
  Britain’s Got Talent auditions are taking place at Winter Gardens, Blackpool, Lancashire - how to buy your tickets.
  
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• Barnoldswick date for Canadian musician determined to do it his way

  19-09-2024 06:00
  
  It’s 12 noon in Canada when I speak to Hawksley Workman about his forthcoming visit to these shores and an intimate gig in East Lancashire at the beginning of October - not exactly the time of day many of his profession are even out of bed
  
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