Blackburn with Darwen news

• Morecambe and Wrexham among winners in EFL Trophy

  08-10-2024 23:28 via bbc.com
  
  Morecambe, Wrexham and Rotherham are among five teams who win to seal their place in the knock-out stage of the EFL Trophy.
  
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• Police concerned for welfare of missing Padiham man

  08-10-2024 20:55
  
  Police are becoming increasingly concerned about a missing man last seen in Sabden.
  
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• Police issue second dispersal order in this town centre

  08-10-2024 20:40
  
  Blackburn with Darwen Police have issued another dispersal order in Darwen after reports of anti-social behaviour.
  
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• Aldi’s incredible October specialbuys out now - air fryers to soup makers

  08-10-2024 18:50
  
  Aldi’s latest range of kitchen gadgets includes everything from super-sized air fryers to soup makers.
  
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• Martin Lewis explains if it's better to leave the heating on all day or not

  08-10-2024 18:49
  
  Money-saving guru Martin Lewis has given his take on the issue of whether it's more cost-effective to leave the heating on all day or not.
  
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• Woman admits causing death of arena bombing hero

  08-10-2024 17:27 via bbc.com
  
  Jacqueline Higson pleads guilty to causing the death of Darron Coster by careless driving.
  
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• New sea defences to stop sand washing away

  08-10-2024 17:27 via bbc.com
  
  The scheme will stabilise the beach and reduce the risk of coastal flooding to 10,000 properties.
  
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• Royal Mint reveals the new rarest 50p coin in circulation as one sells for £164

  08-10-2024 17:20
  
  Just 200,000 of the Atlantic Salmon 50ps have been released to UK banks and post offices, 10,000 less than the 2009 Kew Gardens coin
  
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• '10 meteors an hour' visible in the night sky across UK this week - see where

  08-10-2024 17:15
  
  Also known as Giacobinids, it is anticipated to peak between Tuesday and Wednesday.
  
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• Morrisons launches Christmas recruitment drive with 3,000 jobs available

  08-10-2024 17:03
  
  Morrisons has announced plans for a Christmas recruitment drive with up to 3,000 jobs available.
  
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• Drivers issued warned about 'insanely costly' supermarket 'contaminated fuel'

  08-10-2024 17:02
  
  Dozens of motorists reported problems after buying unleaded at a Morrisons in Kent last week.
  
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• Jeremy Clarkson 'thrilled' as signature Hawkstone beer comes to a store near you

  08-10-2024 17:00
  
  Hawkstone, the UK’s fastest-growing beer brand, makes a nationwide launch in Waitrose supermarkets.
  
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• Only Fools and Horses star Sir David Jason reveals his 'only regret' in life

  08-10-2024 16:59
  
  Only Fools and Horses star Sir David Jason (Del Boy) has revealed his 'only regret' in life.
  
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• Cancer counsellor's warning after being diagnosed ultra-rare cancer

  08-10-2024 16:49
  
  A cancer counsellor was diagnosed with an extremely rare cancer in December 2023 - vulvar mucosal melanoma - that she had 'never even heard of'
  
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• Coca-Cola confirms 'favourite ever' Coke is back at Tesco after 4 year hiatus

  08-10-2024 16:48
  
  Coca-Cola Zero Sugar Cinnamon is returning to Tesco stores across the UK in 2024 from mid-October until the end of the year.
  
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• Arte et Labore: Blackburn Rovers' disappointing week on the road

  08-10-2024 16:41
  
  Elliott Jackson and Ryan Hildred dissect back-to-back defeats for Blackburn Rovers
  
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• Burnley fan banned over racist social media post

  08-10-2024 16:39 via bbc.com
  
  John Southwell was arrested after he commented on a social media post featuring a Chelsea player.
  
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• Long delays and two lanes closed due to crash on M6 - live updates

  08-10-2024 16:02
  
  There are long delays and two are lanes closed due to a crash on M6
  
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• McDonald's given fast approval to take over town centre Pizza Hut

  08-10-2024 16:00
  
  THE former Pizza Hut restaurant in Blackburn town centre can now become a McDonald's outlet.
  
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• McDonald's given approval to take over town centre Pizza Hut - creating 100 jobs

  08-10-2024 16:00
  
  THE former Pizza Hut restaurant in Blackburn town centre can now become a McDonald's outlet.
  
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• Blackburn Rovers striker's 'relief' as eight-month return draws nearer

  08-10-2024 16:00
  
  The 21-year-old has missed eight months of football but is getting closer to a return
  
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• Two arrested two teens after motorbike stolen

  08-10-2024 15:34
  
  Two teenagers have been arrested after a motorbike was stolen in Nelson.
  
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• Two arrested after stolen motorbike spotted in Hapton

  08-10-2024 15:34
  
  The bike was spotted by officers in the Hapton area this morning.
  
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• Football fan cops banning order for posting racist message about player

  08-10-2024 15:29
  
  A Burnley FC season ticket holder has been handed a football banning order for posting a racist Facebook message about a Chelsea player.
  
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• Popular afternoon tea event hosted by One Voice youth groups

  08-10-2024 14:50
  
  The event is organised by One Voice Blackburn’s youth groups who were on hand to serve an array of drinks and sweet treats.
  
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• Emergency incident and severe delays on major train route

  08-10-2024 14:16
  
  All lines are currently closed and trains between these stations may be cancelled or severely delayed by up to 90 minutes or revised.
  
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• Blackburn Rovers loan reports: Excelling, struggling and a Sunderland hero

  08-10-2024 14:00
  
  A overview of how Blackburn Rovers' loan talent are faring away Ewood Park
  
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• Live in a cold or damp home in this part of East Lancs? Money available to keep warm

  08-10-2024 13:42
  
  HOUSEHOLDERS in a rural borough who live in cold or damp homes are being urged to apply for special grants to help them stay warm.
  
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• This is when Northern Lights could be visible across Lancs this week

  08-10-2024 13:30
  
  Stargazers have been asked to keep their eyes on the sky tonight, the early hours of Wednesday and Thursday, as the Northern Lights could be visible.
  
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• How you can apply for free fruit trees from a thriving East Lancs community orchard

  08-10-2024 13:19
  
  VOLUNTEERS who run a thriving East Lancashire community orchard are urging other groups to apply for free fruit trees before the last of the Lancashire County Council orchards' funding runs out.
  
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• Debate over ‘higgledy-piggledy’ and ‘harsh’ conduct complaint hearings

  08-10-2024 12:58
  
  Conservative Coun Neil Butterworth said the current Standards Committee system is ‘harsh’, with councillors ‘judging’ fellow councillors if complaints are received about conduct.
  
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• Phillips named new AFC Fylde head coach

  08-10-2024 12:36 via bbc.com
  
  Former England and Sunderland striker Kevin Phillips has appointed AFC Fylde's new head coach.
  
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• How to get rid of mould in your home and five hidden spots you might find it

  08-10-2024 12:35
  
  If you don’t identify and deal with mould problems quickly, you could be risking serious damage to your home and potential health problems
  
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• Bravery, versatility and why Blackburn Rovers should be excited about Igor Tyjon

  08-10-2024 12:30
  
  The 16-year-old striker scored again for Blackburn Rovers and is making a great impression
  
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• TWO East Lancs winning streets on People's Postcode Lottery this week - here's where

  08-10-2024 11:49
  
  Residents of two East Lancashire towns are each £1,000 richer following their success on the People’s Postcode Lottery so far this week.
  
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• Japanese-style mini forest plan for suburban park

  08-10-2024 11:47 via bbc.com
  
  The Miyawaki Forest, made up of about 850 trees and shrubs, will be created close to the Lancaster Canal.
  
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• Man was found with items stolen from vehicles

  08-10-2024 11:05
  
  Bernard Rawstron was arrested by officers out on patrol in the Buckshaw Village area.
  
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• Owen Beck's reaction to Milutin Osmajic bite and Blackburn Rovers start

  08-10-2024 11:04
  
  The on-loan Liverpool left-back has been out of the side since the incident due to suspension
  
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• Two women arrested outside BAE Systems at pro-Palestine peace protest

  08-10-2024 10:46
  
  Demonstrators had taken up positions at the entrance to the site on the A59 Samlesbury on Monday morning.
  
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• Two women arrested outside BAE Systems at Palestine protest

  08-10-2024 10:46
  
  Demonstrators protested outside BAE Systems on Monday, one year since the October 7 terrorist attack on Israel by Hamas.
  
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• Businesses in Blackburn with Darwen to benefit from trailblazing new AI training for free - The Shuttle: Blackburn with Darwen Council News

  08-10-2024 09:00
  Businesses in Blackburn with Darwen to benefit from trailblazing new AI training for free  The Shuttle: Blackburn with Darwen Council News
  
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• Police release CCTV footage following arson incident

  08-10-2024 08:53
  
  The incident happened on Swallow Drive between 6am and 615am on Thursday 5 September.
  
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• Asda recall issued as the FSA warns customers 'do not eat'

  08-10-2024 08:45
  
  The Food Standards Agency (FSA) is warning any Asda customers with any a number of allergies or intolerances not to eat the product
  
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• ANOTHER burst water pipe on busiest road in town

  08-10-2024 08:27
  
  Water could be seen gushing from the road at the junction between Preston New Road and Montague Street.
  
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• Historic hotel restoration moves a step closer

  08-10-2024 07:11 via bbc.com
  
  A plan to reinvent Preston's Park Hotel as a 65-room "apart-hotel" was given the green light in February.
  
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• Mystery benefactor gifts building to two charities

  08-10-2024 07:10 via bbc.com
  
  St John Ambulance and Darwen Brass Band will use the base, which has been empty since the pandemic.
  
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• The NHS are urging residents attend local health events

  08-10-2024 06:05
  
  People in Burnley and Blackburn have been invited to events in order to discuss health and care services with NHS leaders.
  
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• Bungalows plan to 'help old people downsize' given go-ahead

  08-10-2024 06:05
  
  Plans to build 10 new bungalows at an empty former depot site in Brierfield to ‘help old people downsize’ have been approved.
  
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• Victims left terrified after family member's serious and graphic threats to kill

  08-10-2024 06:00
  
  A MAN sent social media death threats to members of his family and a neighbour.
  
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• ‘Stroke took my sister’s speech – but one thing’s helped her find voice again’

  08-10-2024 06:00
  
  Trish Barnes suffered a bad stroke nine years ago, aged 59. As a result, she developed aphasia.
  
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