Blackburn with Darwen news

• Predicted Rovers team with key man pushing for return to starting line-up

  13-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  How Rovers could line up at Portsmouth this afternoon in the Championship
  
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• Business rates regulator to no longer deal with man and five linked companies

  21-12-2025 18:30 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  A watchdog says they will “no longer deal with” a man and five companies linked to him that offer services to business rates customers.
  
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• Super sub Broja salvages point for battling Burnley

  21-12-2025 16:49 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Super-sub Armando Broja scored a last-minute equaliser to end Burnley’s seven-game losing run and leave Bournemouth winless in eight after a 1-1 draw.
  
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• Sainsbury's removes 'transphobic' Grinch Christmas card from shelves after backlash

  21-12-2025 16:18 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Sainsbury's has been slammed after stocking a "transphobic" Grinch Christmas card on its shelves
  
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• Police release CCTV footage in search for missing Lancashire 19-year-old

  21-12-2025 16:15 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Lancashire Constabulary have released CCTV footage of a missing Lancashire 19-year-old
  
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• Lancs man jailed for shoplifting offences just days after arrest

  21-12-2025 15:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  A man has been jailed for shoplifting offences just two days after being arrested.
  
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• All the amazing pictures from the annual Mental Elf fun run

  21-12-2025 12:28 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  The Mental Elf fun run was created by Lancashire Mind and is now replicated by more than 40 other local Mind charities across the country.
  
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• Wild salmon award for river conservation efforts

  21-12-2025 12:09 via bbc.com
  The Ribble Rivers Trust is being honoured for a project which focuses on restoring salmon habitat.
  
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• Two taxi drivers have licenses suspended during police operation in Blackburn

  21-12-2025 11:30 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Two taxi drivers have had their licences suspended after infractions were identified during a joint operation
  
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• Darwen teenager 'won't be able to eat solid food over Christmas' following assault

  21-12-2025 11:15 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  A Darwen teenager will be able to eat solid food through the Christmas period after being the victim of a vicious assault
  
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• Woman viciously attacked brother's ex in unprovoked pub assault

  21-12-2025 09:23 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  A woman enjoying a night out in Blackburn town centre was attacked unprovoked by her ex-boyfriend's sister outside a pub
  
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• Boss of criticised social services team to retire

  21-12-2025 08:20 via bbc.com
  The Care Quality Commission criticised the adult social services department after a March inspection.
  
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• What is a poinsettia and how do you stop it dying?

  21-12-2025 08:19 via bbc.com
  For many, it is not Christmas without a poinsettia - but how are these plants best cared for?
  
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• Uber driver loses licence after attacking man with wrench in parking row

  21-12-2025 08:17 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  A Burnley Uber driver reacted in an "extreme" way when he was asked to move his vehicle because it was causing an obstruction.
  
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• You could stay in this Alice in Wonderland-themed glamping pod in Lancashire

  21-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  A luxury glamping pod has opened in Carnforth, promising guests an escape with a touch of fairy-tale magic
  
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• Popular Lake District walk offers stunning views over Morecambe Bay

  21-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  A beauty spot is a hit with adventurers thanks to its breathtaking views and well-kept trails.
  
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• Popular Christmas tree recycling service extended to this town

  21-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  This year volunteers will be out and about collecting trees between 6th and the 18th January for a minimum donation of just £12.
  
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• Plans to reopen former Longridge cinema as children's role-play centre

  21-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Plans have been submitted to bring a vacant Longridge cinema back into use as a children’s role play centre.
  
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• Plans to increase number of weddings at popular Ribble Valley venue refused

  21-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  A popular wedding venue in the Ribble Valley has seen plans to increase the number of weddings it can host in a year blocked by the council.
  
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• Opening of SpudBros new venture gate crashed by rival potato sellers

  21-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  The grand opening of SpudBro’s latest venture in Blackburn was crashed by rival potato sellers, who parked their advertising van outside the new store
  
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• New kitchen opens to meet growing food poverty crisis in the community

  21-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  The Kindness Kitchen, based at Hodge House Community Centre in Nelson, opened to help reduce food poverty in Pendle.
  
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• Meet the chef bringing Mediterranean flair to this Ribble Valley pub

  21-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  In the latest addition of Meet the Chef, Martyn Ashworth from The Derby Arms tells all about his career and shares one of his favourite dishes that you can make at home
  
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• Lancashire shines in campaign video viewed more than 67,000 times

  21-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  A new short film, 'This is Lancashire', is shining a light on the region, celebrating its stunning scenery and standout attractions.
  
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• Hospital at Home scheme treats 45,000 patients across East Lancashire

  21-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust says its Hospital at Home service has helped more than 45,000 patients recover safely in their own homes
  
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• Historic township hall gets £100k grant for new stage

  21-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  The restoration and repurposing of Great Harwood’s Mercer Hall has received a £100,000 boost
  
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• Historic Burnley sandwich shop shuts its doors after death of much-loved owner

  21-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  A historic Burnley sandwich shop has shut its doors following the death of its much-loved owner
  
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• Five-mile trail across Bury moors that offers a glimpse into historic past

  21-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  The Holcombe Moor circular walk offers a five-mile journey through historic farmland, woodland, and moorland in Bury
  
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• Famous comedian set for Blackpool stage with 'fresh insight'

  21-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Comedian Sue Perkins is set to return to the stage with her first full-length stand-up comedy show in nearly 20 years at Blackpool Grand Theatre.
  
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• East Lancs council cash settlement gets mixed reaction

  21-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  The government’s local government finance settlement has received a mixed reception for East Lancahire councils has received a mixed reception
  
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• Disgraced Lancashire businessman banned after falsifying Covid loans

  21-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  A Lancashire man has been banned by the Insolvency Service after applying for two COVID bounce back loans (BBL) that he was not entitled to.
  
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