Blackburn with Darwen news

• I'm a Celeb fans slam 'aggressive' Dean McCullough in argument with Alan Halsall

  23-11-2024 23:39
  
  ITV I'm a Celebrity fans have accused Dean McCullough of being "aggressive" towards Coronation Street's Alan Halsall.
  
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• I'm a Celeb fans 'throwing up' over Maura and Reverend Richard's 'horrific' trial

  23-11-2024 23:38
  
  This is how many meals Maura Higgins and Reverend Richard Coles won after taking part in the first ITV I'm a Celebrity eating trial for 2024.
  
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• Pregnant reality TV star ‘rushed to hospital’ days after home robbery attempt

  23-11-2024 21:44
  
  Geordie Shore star Charlotte Crosby said she has been admitted to hospital but her baby is “all fine” after masked men attempted to rob her home this week.
  
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• Storm Bert causes power cuts and travel disruption

  23-11-2024 20:53
  
  About 450 properties remain without electricity after overhead lines were damaged.
  
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• Rivers burst, streets flooded and football called off as storm batters East Lancs

  23-11-2024 20:52
  
  East Lancashire was swept up in floods over Saturday as rain poured down and rivers burst their banks.
  
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• 'Never-before-seen' Doctor Who Time Lord regeneration to air in new BBC episode

  23-11-2024 20:19
  
  New BBC Doctor Who War Games episode to air second Time Lord’s 'never-before-seen' regeneration into third Doctor, as revealed on Doctor Who Day.
  
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• Pictures and videos as streets and fields flood and river bursts banks

  23-11-2024 17:00
  
  Pictures as streets and fields flood as rivers burst their banks
  
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• When should I take my Christmas decorations down to avoid bad luck?

  23-11-2024 16:39
  
  Here is when you should take your Christmas decorations down to avoid bad luck.
  
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• What to do if your roof starts to leak during a storm (save yourself £5,000)

  23-11-2024 16:38
  
  This is a step-by-step guide on what you should do if your roof starts to leak due to heavy rain in a storm, according to experts at Toolstation.
  
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• 'Never a punishment' - Blackburn Rovers message ahead of gruelling fixture run

  23-11-2024 16:00
  
  John Eustace will continue to use the 21s to keep his players' tanks topped up
  
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• Pictures as police seize untaxed vehicles from these streets

  23-11-2024 15:35
  
  15 vehicles were seized for no tax and one abandonment notice was issued.
  
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• Storm Bert hits Lancashire clubs' games

  23-11-2024 15:04
  
  Storm Bert affects Saturday's fixture lists in the EFL and National League, with several postponements following pitch inspections.
  
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• MPs want to abolish all of county's 15 councils

  23-11-2024 14:32
  
  The Labour MPs want to replace the councils in Lancashire with just three or four local authorities.
  
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• Storm Bert: People in these areas told to ‘act now’ as flood warning issued

  23-11-2024 14:10
  
  A red warning, meaning flooding is expected, has been issued for rivers in Accrington and Oswaldtwistle.
  
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• John Eustace identifies Blackburn Rovers 'evolution'

  23-11-2024 14:00
  
  Blackburn Rovers' head coach believes he can see progression from his side
  
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• Two lanes of M65 closed due to ‘rolled over vehicle’

  23-11-2024 13:16
  
  According to AA Traffic and Travel, the lanes are closed due to a “rolled over vehicle” on the M65 Westbound at junction eight.
  
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• 'Axe Lancashire councils' call gets mixed response

  23-11-2024 12:00
  
  A pusb by some Lancashire MPs to abolish all 15 of the county’s councils has received a mixed response from the leaders of the authorities facing the axe.
  
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• Blackburn Rovers vs Portsmouth postponed after weather warning

  23-11-2024 11:41
  
  The game at Ewood Park is off due to a waterlogged pitch
  
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• Storm Bert: Christmas light switch-on featuring East 17 CANCELLED due to weather

  23-11-2024 11:40
  
  Rawtenstall’s Christmas light switch-on event has been cancelled as Storm Bert descends on East Lancashire.
  
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• Storm Bert: Blackburn’s hour-by-hour forecast as snow and rain warning issued

  23-11-2024 11:00
  
  Blackburn and other parts of East Lancashire are set to be hit by snow, rain and strong winds today (November 23), as Storm Bert hits.
  
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• I made the perfect roast potatoes thanks to a chef's secret method - I'm obsessed

  23-11-2024 10:24
  
  This is how I made the crispiest and fluffiest roast potatoes for Sunday lunch or Christmas dinner, following these secret tips from an air fryer expert.
  
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• Rail companies announce major service changes this weekend amid Storm Bert

  23-11-2024 10:21
  
  Rail companies have announced major changes to train services across the UK over recent amber weather warnings related to Storm Bert.
  
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• EastEnders fans call for 'obnoxious' character to be cut from the show

  23-11-2024 10:20
  
  EastEnders fans have called for an 'obnoxious' character to be cut from the BBC soap opera.
  
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• What do yellow, amber and red weather warnings from the Met Office mean?

  23-11-2024 10:19
  
  Whether a Met Office weather warning is issued for snow, rain or heat, knowing what the yellow, amber and red alerts mean is important.
  
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• ‘Police find alternative route’ – Road blocked ‘due to falling snow’

  23-11-2024 09:52
  
  The conditions on Grane Road are said to be poor due to adverse weather.
  
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• ‘Find alternative route’ – Road blocked ‘due to falling snow’

  23-11-2024 09:52
  
  The conditions on Grane Road are said to be poor due to adverse weather.
  
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• RECAP: Storm Bert batters Lancashire with rain, strong winds and snow

  23-11-2024 08:53
  
  Storm Bert has hit Lancashire and a yellow weather warning is in force for rain and snow. Strong winds have also been forecast.
  
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• Live updates as Storm Bert set to batter Lancs with rain, strong winds and snow

  23-11-2024 08:53
  
  Storm Bert has hit Lancashire and a yellow weather warning is in force for rain and snow. Strong winds have also been forecast.
  
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• 'Stop focusing on the darker parts of Blackpool'

  23-11-2024 08:41
  
  Teenagers say they want BBC Children In Need funding to improve young people's lives in Blackpool.
  
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• Pigeon-infested house up for auction at £12k

  23-11-2024 08:40
  
  The property's condition is so poor the auctioneer said it could not offer viewings.
  
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• Youth MP discusses role as part of Islamophobia Awareness Week - Lancashire Telegraph

  23-11-2024 06:00
  Youth MP discusses role as part of Islamophobia Awareness Week  Lancashire Telegraph
  
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• Youth MP discusses role as part of Islamophobia Awareness Week

  23-11-2024 06:00
  
  A Blackburn with Darwen Youth MP has discussed her role as part of Islamophobia Awareness Month.
  
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• Win a bounty of goodies in grand prize draw to celebrate Lancashire Day

  23-11-2024 06:00
  
  Marketing Lancashire, the county's Local Visitor Economy Partnership, is set to dedicate its activities to celebrating Lancashire Day.
  
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• What is 'bilking' and where is it most prevalent in East Lancashire?

  23-11-2024 06:00
  
  The worst areas for ‘bilking’ in East Lancashire have been revealed through a Freedom of Information request to the police.
  
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• Two Blackpool restaurants named among best in Lancashire

  23-11-2024 06:00
  
  Two Blackpool eateries, White Tower and Boulevard, located near Pleasure Beach, have been recognised as among the best in Lancashire.
  
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• Sick paedophile sent images and videos to 'underage girls' on social media

  23-11-2024 06:00
  
  A Blackburn man used Facebook to message who he thought were underage girls due to feelings of loneliness and isolation.
  
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• Retired police officer, 95, surprised with lifetime achievement award

  23-11-2024 06:00
  
  Nelson-born Tom Kitchen had an impressive career in the police force, serving Lancashire, Ramsbottom, Bury and Whitefield for more than 25 years in several roles.
  
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• Prison officer cleared at trial 'unlawfully killed' friend, coroner concludes

  23-11-2024 06:00
  
  A coroner has concluded that a Darwen man cleared in a criminal trial unlawfully killed his friend using a guillotine choke at an inquest.
  
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• New English National Opera hub aims to inspire borough’s children

  23-11-2024 06:00
  
  A regional Youth Opera Company in partnership with the Greater Manchester and Blackburn with Darwen Music Hub is to be created.
  
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• Mum's warning after baby 'hit in face by snowball thrown by teenager'

  23-11-2024 06:00
  
  A mum has issued a warning to parents after her one-year-old son was hit by a snowball allegedly thrown by a Burnley College student.
  
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• Meet the Chef: Oli Martin, Aven Restaurant, has the perfect recipe for Lancashire Day

  23-11-2024 06:00
  
  Meet the Chef: Oli Martin, Aven Restaurant in Preston.
  
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• Meet 'Father Bark-mas' this December in Padiham and Darwen

  23-11-2024 06:00
  
  Families and their pups can enjoy a Christmas event featuring a special visit from 'Father Bark-mas.'
  
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• Man torched girlfriend's lease car after Boxing Day argument

  23-11-2024 06:00
  
  A Burnley man has been jailed after he torched his girlfriend's lease car following an argument last Boxing Day.
  
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• Look inside ‘architecturally-designed masterpiece’ with gym and wine cellar

  23-11-2024 06:00
  
  Look inside ‘architecturally-designed masterpiece’ with gym and wine cellar
  
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• Lights switch-on in Blackburn should be 'out of this world'

  23-11-2024 06:00
  
  Promoters of today's Blackburn town centre Christmas lights switch-on are hoping their celebrations are beyond stratospheric.
  
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• Kelvin Fletcher on job that ‘encapsulates life’ and a jack-of-all trades career 

  23-11-2024 06:00
  
  Kelvin, who played farmer Andy Sugden in Emmerdale for 20 years, is now living out that job in real life with wife Liz as shown in Fletcher’s Family Farm.
  
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• Human Appeal's 'Comedy Takeover Tour' heading to this Lancs town

  23-11-2024 06:00
  
  This year, the tour will be raising funds to support the Gaza Emergency Appeal.
  
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• Great Harwood residents "frustrated" after water leak causes threats to safety

  23-11-2024 06:00
  
  Great Harwood residents have been left infuriated with United Utilities after water continues to seep through the pavement and freeze on the road.
  
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• Figures show drop in number of businesses being created in towns - Lancashire Telegraph

  23-11-2024 06:00
  Figures show drop in number of businesses being created in towns  Lancashire Telegraph
  
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• Figures show drop in number of businesses being created in towns

  23-11-2024 06:00
  
  Figures from the Office for National Statistics have shown fewer businesses are being created in Blackburn with Darwen.
  
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