Blackburn with Darwen news

• Judge leaves money to murder victim's charity

  22-10-2024 22:15 via bbc.com
  
  The Sophie Lancaster Foundation says Judge Anthony Russell QC's legacy was "touching".
  
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• Bus company 'incredibly sad' after "mindless" yobs throw brick through window

  22-10-2024 18:30
  
  A bus company has said it is cooperating with police after reports of a brick being thrown at a bus window in Blackburn.
  
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• Bus company 'cooperating with police' after reports of 'brick' thrown at window

  22-10-2024 18:30
  
  A bus company has said it is cooperating with police after reports of a brick being thrown at a bus window in Blackburn.
  
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• Town centre set for Halloween 'Saturday Spooktacular'

  22-10-2024 18:00
  
  Blackburn town centre will be hosting a series of Halloween events on Saturday as the town gets into the spooky spirit.
  
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• East Lancs rail campaigner remembered for his 'passionate' work after death

  22-10-2024 18:00
  
  Tributes have been paid to a leading East Lancashire rail campaigner who died earlier this month.
  
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• Blackburn's Labour party chair stands down after 17 years in job

  22-10-2024 18:00
  
  Long-serving councillor Damian Talbot has stood down as chair of the Blackburn Labour Party after 17 years in the post.
  
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• Paedophile 'robbed' girl of her childhood

  22-10-2024 17:47 via bbc.com
  
  Anthony Baron abused his young victim over the course of seven years.
  
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• Man jailed over 'disgraceful' Blackpool disorder

  22-10-2024 16:43 via bbc.com
  
  Shane Taaffe-Rhodes wore a face covering to try and hide his identity during the riots, say police.
  
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• Motorcyclist dies in hospital after crash on rural road

  22-10-2024 16:39
  
  A motorcyclist has died after a crash with a Land Rover near Burrow.
  
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• West Brom injury latest as Carlos Coberban gives Blackburn Rovers verdict

  22-10-2024 16:37
  
  Inside the Baggies camp as West Brom prepare for their trip to Ewood Park
  
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• Manufacturer workers to vote on strike action after 'derisory' pay offer

  22-10-2024 16:25
  
  Workers at a construction materials manufacturer are being asked to vote over potential strike action after rejecting a "derisory" pay offer
  
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• Man who attacked shop during summer disorder is jailed

  22-10-2024 16:05
  
  A Blackpool man has been jailed over the violent disorder that was seen in the town in the summer.
  
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• Jail for man who sexually abused young girl for around seven years

  22-10-2024 16:00
  
  A Gisburn man who sexually abused a young girl in Accrington for around seven years has been jailed.
  
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• Man dies after motorbike and Land Rover collide

  22-10-2024 15:45 via bbc.com
  
  The man was taken to hospital by air ambulance, but died later, police said.
  
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• Man charged with attempted murder to enter plea next month

  22-10-2024 15:30
  
  A Darwen man charged with attempted murder will enter his plea at Preston Crown Court next month.
  
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• ‘You are not alone’: Victim abused by ‘spiritual healer’ bravely speaks out

  22-10-2024 15:00
  
  The teenage victim of a depraved 'spiritual healer' has spoken out about what she suffered at his hands.
  
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• John Eustace highlights Blackburn Rovers response to Sam Szmodics loss

  22-10-2024 14:25
  
  The Blackburn Rovers head coach highlighted the improvement in attack as well as defence ahead of facing West Brom
  
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• Issa brothers' fresh plans for controversial cemetery get hostile welcome

  22-10-2024 14:00
  
  Blackburn's billionaire Issa brothers' charity has submitted a new scaled-down application for a controversial cemetery in Oswaldtwistle.
  
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• Arte et Labore: Beck, Cantwell priase and Blackburn Rovers' hidden quality

  22-10-2024 13:49
  
  Elliott Jackson and Ryan Hildred break down the win over Swansea City and preview two big matches coming up for Blackburn Rovers
  
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• Lancashire town named among best places to live for 2025

  22-10-2024 13:33
  
  Muddy Stilettos has named Clitheroe, Lancashire as one of the best places to live in the UK for 2025.
  
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• Blackburn Rovers' dressing room belief and no fear Ewood Park attitude

  22-10-2024 12:00
  
  Blackburn Rovers are not fearing anyone at Ewood Park after a fantastic start
  
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• Boiler expert reveals 7 noises you shouldn’t ignore (and what they mean)

  22-10-2024 11:51
  
  From hissing, banging and buzzing noises, here are 7 boiler sounds you shouldn't ignore, an expert from BOXT has warned.
  
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• Road traffic collision causing traffic havoc in Whalley

  22-10-2024 11:06
  
  Traffic is delayed in Whalley Town Centre after a Road Traffic Collision in King Street.
  
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• Crash traffic havoc in Whalley town centre

  22-10-2024 11:06
  
  Traffic is delayed in Whalley town centre after a crash in King Street this morning.
  
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• Car smashes through shop front causing traffic delays in Whalley

  22-10-2024 11:06
  
  Traffic is delayed in Whalley Town Centre after a Road Traffic Collision in King Street.
  
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• Robbie Savage highlights mutually beneficial Blackburn Rovers relationship

  22-10-2024 10:19
  
  The Macclesfield FC head coach is hoping to take advantage of links to his former club
  
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• RECAP: M56 traffic delays as lane shut due to vehicle crash and fire

  22-10-2024 09:37
  
  Drivers are urged to find alternative routes after emergency services had to close one lane of the M65 due to a vehicle fire and road traffic collision
  
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• M56 traffic delays as lane shut for 'some time' due to vehicle crash and fire

  22-10-2024 09:37
  
  Drivers are urged to find alternative routes after emergency services had to close one lane of the M65 due to a vehicle fire and road traffic collision
  
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• Motorway lane expected to be closed for "some time" due to vehicle fire

  22-10-2024 09:24
  
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• Ramsbottom teenager Ella picked for GB Boxing Academy

  22-10-2024 08:52
  
  Talented teenage Ramsbottom fighter Ella Thompstone has been selected to join the prestigious GB Boxing Academy Squad, based at the Institute of Sport, in Sheffield.
  
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• Preston climate jury to 'hold council to account'

  22-10-2024 07:40 via bbc.com
  
  The group of 27 local residents has published a 21-point action plan of climate recommendations.
  
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• Call to speed up banking hub roll-out

  22-10-2024 07:38 via bbc.com
  
  So far only two banking hubs have launched in the county, while another four are in the pipeline.
  
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• Theatre issues statement after booking controversial 'comedy' act

  22-10-2024 06:10
  
  A Blackburn theatre has defended its decision to book controversial media personality, Katie Hopkins, for a performance next year.
  
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• Waves being built on Blakey Moor in Blackburn was mass of girders

  22-10-2024 06:00
  
  This skeleton of steel girders would become one of Blackburn’s most popular leisure facilities in the Eighties and Nineties
  
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• Urgent appeal by Blackburn bonfire organisers for more wood

  22-10-2024 06:00
  
  An appeal has been issued to ensure one of Blackburn's most popular bonfires goes with a bang.
  
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• Search to find best heating installers in the North West

  22-10-2024 06:00
  
  The Heating Installer Awards 2025 have launched their search for heating installers in the North West
  
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• Residents' 'health hazard' claim after bin not emptied due to broken wheel

  22-10-2024 06:00
  
  Residents in a Darwen flat complex have become infuriated after a “health hazard” has formed due to 'missed bin collections' attracting vermin.
  
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• Residents at Dove Court Care Home mark Black History Month

  22-10-2024 06:00
  
  Residents at a Burnley care home have celebrated Black History Month with arts and crafts, singing, music folklore.
  
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• North West Air Ambulance Charity announces 'blood on board'

  22-10-2024 06:00
  
  A charity is expanding its services by introducing 'blood on board' for all its vehicles and increasing its night car service.
  
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• New generation of video wall controllers launched by Burnley firm

  22-10-2024 06:00
  
  A new generation of video wall controllers has been announced to meet the demands of modern control rooms by a Burnley company.
  
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• ‘My baby was stillborn and these special rocks are keeping her memory alive’

  22-10-2024 06:00
  
  Special painted rocks have been left around East Lancashire and there is a special message behind them.
  
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• Man said he had 'spiritual healing abilities' and had to 'cleanse' sex assault victim

  22-10-2024 06:00
  
  A man who claimed he had “spiritual healing abilities” abused his power to sexually abuse a teenage girl on multiple occasions.
  
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• Leyland Trucks celebrates production of 125,000th vehicle

  22-10-2024 06:00
  
  A historic Lancashire truck manufacturer is celebrating after building its 125,000th heavy-duty truck.
  
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• John Eustace highlights Blackburn Rovers' unnoticed weapon

  22-10-2024 06:00
  
  The head coach has stressed the importance of adaptability in a world where most clubs are wedded to one style of football
  
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• Hotel on 3.5 acres of land with 51 bedrooms and restaurant hits market

  22-10-2024 06:00
  
  A 51-bedroom hotel with a restaurant on the outskirts of Burnley has hit the market with an asking price just shy of £2 million.
  
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• Hospital responds after man 'placed in Covid ward' despite respiratory infection

  22-10-2024 06:00
  
  A woman whose father was admitted to Royal Blackburn Hospital with a respiratory infection said she was shocked when he was placed on what she believed was a ‘Covid ward.’
  
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• 'Horrendous' roadworks on one of county's 'busiest' junctions wreaking havoc

  22-10-2024 06:00
  
  Roadworks are wreaking havoc in Clayton-le-Moors meaning drivers are facing a 45-minute drive just to travel one mile during peak times.
  
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• Farleys Solicitors announces latest round of promotions

  22-10-2024 06:00
  
  Farleys Solicitors, which is based in the north west, has promoted five members of staff.
  
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• Drug dealers, prison romances, and 'spiritual healers' - jailed in East Lancashire

  22-10-2024 06:00
  
  Last week saw several East Lancashire criminals put behind bars for offences ranging from drug supply to prison romances.
  
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• Darwen firm opens new 60,000 sq ft manufacturing facility

  22-10-2024 06:00
  
  Manufacturing firm AHS & AMP officially launched its new 60,000 sq ft site in Darwen on Tuesday, October 15.
  
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