Blackburn with Darwen news

• Motorway re-opens after crash caused heavy traffic

  01-11-2024 20:18
  
  The M55 eastbound was closed within Junction 1, near Fulwood in Preston, where the collision happened.
  
  Read more

• Grandparents eat free at national pub chain this month with this 4-word code

  01-11-2024 20:17
  
  Grandparents can claim a free meal at Farmhouse Inns during November if they say a certain phrase at the till.
  
  Read more

• Tesco urges customers to book free flu jab appointments this winter

  01-11-2024 20:11
  
  Tesco is encouraging its customers to get flu jab appointments at its pharmacies across the UK this winter.
  
  Read more

• 'Find another route': Crash on motorway causing heavy traffic

  01-11-2024 18:36
  
  The Eastbound carriageway of the M55 at Junction 1, outside Preston, is currently closed with 60-minute delays and four miles of congestion.
  
  Read more

• Advertisement

• Author and broadcaster Phil Rickman dies aged 74

  01-11-2024 18:25 via bbc.com
  
  Tributes are paid to the BBC Radio Wales presenter and author of the Merrily Watkins series.
  
  Read more

• Motorway closed after crash with hour-long delays - updates

  01-11-2024 18:05
  
  A major Lancashire highway is closed after a crash
  
  Read more

• Motorway closed after crash with hour-long delays - recap

  01-11-2024 18:05
  
  A major Lancashire highway is closed after a crash
  
  Read more

• Blackburn Rovers' latest Liverpool success story looking to repay faith

  01-11-2024 17:00
  
  Owen Beck has made an instant impact since signing for Blackburn Rovers from Liverpool
  
  Read more

• Advertisement

• 'Dangerous predator' caught in online sting

  01-11-2024 16:50 via bbc.com
  
  Jared Lamb, 46, is jailed for five years after plotting to abuse a five-year-old girl.
  
  Read more

• Spa hotel hosts glamorous event with famous faces and Corrie stars after £13m revamp

  01-11-2024 16:06
  
  A multi-award-winning hotel and spa resort in Burnley welcomed a variety of star-studded guests yesterday at their exclusive red-carpet event.
  
  Read more

• Collins Dictionary's Word of the Year is one of 2024's 'most talked about'

  01-11-2024 15:29
  
  The Collins Word of the Year 2024 has been revealed and it has links to the social media trend that came about following the release of Charli XCX's new album.
  
  Read more

• Sheffield United boss namechecks ex-transfer target in Blackburn Rovers threats

  01-11-2024 15:00
  
  Chris Wilder is wary of respecting Blackburn Rovers ahead of a trip to Ewood Park
  
  Read more

• Drivers warned as busy high street closed to traffic for three weeks

  01-11-2024 14:08
  
  Whalley Range just off Whalley New Road is closed all traffic as essential utility works take place in Bastwell.
  
  Read more

• New Greggs store opens in Lancashire shopping centre

  01-11-2024 14:00
  
  A new Greggs store has opened in Lancashire.
  
  Read more

• Villager 'honoured' to be custodian of garden graves

  01-11-2024 13:34 via bbc.com
  
  Bob Sutton’s 400-year-old cottage lies near to the site of a now-demolished chapel in Roughlee.
  
  Read more

• New steps in attempt to control village nightlife problems

  01-11-2024 13:26
  
  New steps have been taken in efforts to tackle problems in Whalley around late-night noise, litter, disturbance, anti-social behaviour and alleged crime.
  
  Read more

• Blackburn Rovers fans to benefit from new Championship ticket rule

  01-11-2024 13:12
  
  Blackburn Rovers fans could save a few pounds next season on away tickets
  
  Read more

• Train services through East Lancashire to be disrupted by engineering work

  01-11-2024 13:00
  
  Northern services through East Lancashire will be disrupted by engineering work this weekend (November 2-4).
  
  Read more

• Blackburn Rovers' unsung hero and John Eustace's blueprint for success

  01-11-2024 13:00
  
  Ryan Hildred pens his latest Blackburn Rovers column
  
  Read more

• Blackburn with Darwen’s Council Leader calls for urgent action to improve rail cancellations - The Shuttle: Blackburn with Darwen Council News

  01-11-2024 12:05
  Blackburn with Darwen’s Council Leader calls for urgent action to improve rail cancellations  The Shuttle: Blackburn with Darwen Council News
  
  Read more

• 30 of your best Halloween outfits including zombie schoolgirl and Beetlejuice

  01-11-2024 12:00
  
  East Lancashire was left terrified last night as troves of ghouls and zombies filled the streets for Halloween, here are some of the best outfits.
  
  Read more

• Walkers is giving away free packets of crisps this month - see how to claim

  01-11-2024 11:38
  
  Walkers has teamed up with Subway and will be giving out free packets of crisps until November 26 - here's how to claim.
  
  Read more

• November Premium Bond winners have been announced - have you won £1 million?

  01-11-2024 11:36
  
  National Savings and Investment have announced the November Premium Bond winners, see if you've won big.
  
  Read more

• Met Office reveals when and where Northern Lights 'may be visible' this weekend

  01-11-2024 11:35
  
  The Northern Lights "may be visible" in the UK again this week, according to the Met Office - see exactly when and the best spots to see the display.
  
  Read more

• Met Office reveals when and where Northern Light 'may be visible' this weekend

  01-11-2024 11:35
  
  The Northern Lights "may be visible" in the UK again this week, according to the Met Office - see exactly when and the best spots to see the display.
  
  Read more

• Drug driving arrests after boy, 12, struck by car

  01-11-2024 11:33 via bbc.com
  
  A boy is in hospital after being seriously injured in the incident on Thursday evening, police say.
  
  Read more

• Road in this East Lancashire town was closed due to crash

  01-11-2024 11:02
  
  Cotton Tree Lane in Colne was closed yesterday evening due to a crash which police said was damage-only, with no injuries reported.
  
  Read more

• John Eustace's rallying cry to Blackburn Rovers fans as 'points' message shared

  01-11-2024 10:16
  
  Blackburn Rovers remain unbeaten at Ewood Park ahead of the visit of Sheffield United
  
  Read more

• Food festival hailed success thanks to record crowds and costing 'less than expected'

  01-11-2024 10:15
  
  This summer’s Clitheroe Food Festival attracted record crowds, cost Ribble Valley Council less than expected; and businesses, residents and visitors want another next year, councillors are being told.
  
  Read more

• Trains cancelled and bus replacements in place due to broken down train

  01-11-2024 09:58
  
  There are cancellations on lines through East Lancashire today due to a broken down train at Burnley Manchester Road.
  
  Read more

• New bus gate plan for town centre 'to reduce journey times'

  01-11-2024 09:41
  
  A bus gate is set to be installed in an East Lancs town centre as a part of a major overhaul of its gyratory system.
  
  Read more

• Police record 19 speeding offences across borough in driving crackdown

  01-11-2024 08:50
  
  Police in Hyndburn recorded 19 speeding offences across the borough yesterday as part of an anti-social driving crackdown.
  
  Read more

• Firefighters battle large fire at commercial unit

  01-11-2024 08:27
  
  Six fire engines were called to a large fire at a commercial unit in Preston last night (October 31).
  
  Read more

• Driver reached speeds of 'up to 120mph' as they attempted to evade police

  01-11-2024 08:15
  
  A Subaru driver reached speeds of 'up to 120mph' as they evaded police before ditching the car in Penwortham.
  
  Read more

• Council’s commitment to raise lower pay questioned

  01-11-2024 08:11
  
  An East Lancs council’s commitment to take action following town hall debates and raising lower pay have been questioned.
  
  Read more

• Blackburn with Darwen’s Council Leader calls for urgent action to improve rail cancellations - theshuttle.org.uk

  01-11-2024 08:00
  Blackburn with Darwen’s Council Leader calls for urgent action to improve rail cancellations  theshuttle.org.uk
  
  Read more

• Duo make history in 40m disabled diving first

  01-11-2024 07:21 via bbc.com
  
  The divers are hoping to have their achievement verified by the Guinness World Book of Records.
  
  Read more

• Bedsits up for approval despite raft of objections

  01-11-2024 07:18 via bbc.com
  
  Dozens of residents have objected to the plans amid concerns about traffic and antisocial behaviour.
  
  Read more

• Bonfire and firework events to light up North West

  01-11-2024 07:09 via bbc.com
  
  From light shows to sea monsters, skies across the North West will be lit up for bonfire night.
  
  Read more

• Man spotted near primary school 'carrying handgun'

  01-11-2024 06:38
  
  A Burnley man has appeared in court after parents collecting their children from school 'saw a man with a handgun nearby'.
  
  Read more

• ‘You won’t know what you are getting’: Fireworks store owner issues warning

  01-11-2024 06:00
  
  The comments came over concerns about the incidents of anti-social behaviour in the run up to the bonfire weekend.
  
  Read more

• Why Blackburn is one of the worst places in the UK for drivers

  01-11-2024 06:00
  
  A new index by Go.Compare has revealed that Blackburn is one of the worst places in the country to drive to work.
  
  Read more

• Victoria Derbyshire wrote ‘goodbye letter’ to sons before breast cancer surgery

  01-11-2024 06:00
  
  The presenter appeared on the Happy Mum Happy Baby podcast with I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! co-star Giovanna Fletcher
  
  Read more

• Two East Lancs schools added to refurb list after Budget £3.5bn investment

  01-11-2024 06:00
  
  Two East Lancashire schools have been identified as needing additional funding for buildings after a £2.1bn announcement in the Budget.
  
  Read more

• Trafford Centre: Plans for a 'Christmas wonderland' this year

  01-11-2024 06:00
  
  The Trafford Centre's Wilderspool Woods will be 'transformed into a Christmas wonderland' from November 8, 2024.
  
  Read more

• Special Constables honoured for 'exemplary services'

  01-11-2024 06:00
  
  The event, held in Hutton was attended by Specials from across Lancashire and was presented by Assistant Chief Constable Karen Edwards.
  
  Read more

• Rising star Freya Beer bringing dark side and more to Barnoldswick

  01-11-2024 06:00
  
  She’s a rising star who has captivated some seasoned observers with her lush melodies and haunting lyrics
  
  Read more

• Resident furious over 'lack of maintenance' at Pleasington Cemetery

  01-11-2024 06:00
  
  A Blackburn woman has said she is furious with the council after graves at Pleasington Cemetery were left 'unmaintained'.
  
  Read more

• Relief as £100m plan for East Lancs towns survives Budget

  01-11-2024 06:00
  
  Fears surrounding the £100 million of Levelling up funding for five East Lancashire Towns have been calmed after it survived the Budget.
  
  Read more

• Police stop drink driver, 74, after reports he had consumed half a bottle of whisky

  01-11-2024 06:00
  
  Police were told by a member of the public about a driver who had just consumed half a bottle of whisky.
  
  Read more

Follow @bburnwithdarwen on Twitter!