Blackburn with Darwen news

• What does a rat's nest look like? Why it's not a good idea to disturb them

  04-05-2025 19:37 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  You might wonder what a rat's nest looks like and whether they will leave if you disturb them but that's not a good idea as rats carry lots of diseases.
  
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• Reform blasted over 'indefinite delay' on Lancashire care homes decision

  17-12-2025 18:31 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  A decision on the future of 10 elderly care facilities has been delayed and left open-ended by ReformUK-led Lancashire County Council
  
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• 'Sophisticated organised criminal gang' jailed for over 100 years

  17-12-2025 18:30 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  The leader of a “sophisticated organised criminal gang” has been jailed alongside his foot soldiers for orchestrating the supply of cocaine and cannabis across Lancashire.
  
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• Danger Blackburn road improvements could be on the way says council

  17-12-2025 18:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Blackburn with Darwen Council highways bosses are to look at improving safety on a main road in the borough following major housing developments
  
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• Our Dementia Choir and Lancashire-born SpudBros debut Christmas single

  17-12-2025 17:48 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  SpudBros and Vicky McClure’s Our Dementia Choir release Christmas single "Brighter Than The Night" to raise dementia charity funds.
  
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• Chester Zoo offers £1 tickets to families on Universal Credit before December 31

  17-12-2025 16:29 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  FAMILIES on Universal Credit are being offered the chance to visit Chester Zoo for just £1 before the end of December in a special scheme.
  
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• Former Rovers defender Stig Inge Bjørnebye takes up new role in Scotland

  17-12-2025 16:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Ex-Rovers defender Stig Inge Bjørnebye has taken on a new role in the game
  
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• Joshua delivering at Darwen and proving he is a real 'Baller

  17-12-2025 15:37 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Joshua Abbott – “I didn’t get an invite – within an hour they sent me a message saying you’ve been picked for the draft”
  
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• Drunk-driver jailed for Christmas Day crash

  17-12-2025 15:03 via bbc.com
  Kevin Thompson is jailed after a crash which seriously injured his passengers, including children.
  
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• Family seeks Jay's Law to ban 'tragedy trolling'

  17-12-2025 14:33 via bbc.com
  The mum of Jay Slater - who disappeared in Tenerife - wants online trolling of grieving families banned.
  
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• Drink driver jailed for Christmas Day crash which seriously injured five

  17-12-2025 14:10 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Kevin Thompson was said to be showing off whilst speeding and using his phone before crashing the car into a wall.
  
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• 'Every frozen mile worth it if it encourages one young person to dream bigger'

  17-12-2025 13:45 via bbc.com
  Ex-soldier, Jordan Wylie, says the trip was worth it if it inspires "even one young person to dream bigger".
  
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• Will we get a White Christmas this year? Latest odds and Met Office explanation

  17-12-2025 13:34 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Parts of the UK have a 50% chance of seeing snow on Christmas Day 2025, according to the latest odds
  
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• ‘You could tell he was top’ – Why Kilgallon knew Rovers team-mate would go far

  17-12-2025 13:18 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Matt Kilgallon reflects on his time at Rovers, Gary Bowyer's impact and why he knew there was exciting young talent
  
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• Closed pub in West Craven could be turned into a family home

  17-12-2025 12:37 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  A pub in West Craven that attracted 'limited interest' when it was put up for sale last year could now be converted into a four-bedroom home.
  
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• Metrolink strikes planned for this weekend, New Year's Eve called off

  17-12-2025 12:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Metrolink has called off strikes planned for this weekend and New Year's Eve
  
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• Jake Garrett makes injury return as Rovers Under-21s win in Premier League Cup

  17-12-2025 10:45 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Rovers midfielder Jake Garrett returned from injury as the Under-21 side won their latest Premier League Cup fixture
  
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• RECAP: Long delays on M6 due to vehicle fire

  17-12-2025 10:09 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  There are long delays on the M6 southbound near Longridge due to a vehicle fire.
  
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• LIVE: Long delays on M6 due to vehicle fire

  17-12-2025 10:09 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  There are long delays on the M6 southbound near Longridge due to a vehicle fire.
  
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• Joel Dommett ‘on the naughty step’ after revealing Masked Singer’s real identity

  17-12-2025 09:30 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Joel Dommett said he was 'put on the naughty step' by ITV bosses after accidently revealing a celebrity's identity during 2025 Christmas Special
  
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• Future of elderly care facilities left uncertain

  17-12-2025 07:21 via bbc.com
  Lancashire County Council says it will need time to consider the results of a public consultation.
  
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• Sensory and wellness centre faces closure

  17-12-2025 07:20 via bbc.com
  The charity Twinkle House is asking for people to help with fundraising during its "time of need".
  
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• UK’s first academy for hospice workers launches in Lancashire

  17-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Hospice and Palliative Care Academy is a central hub for people who want to explore learning and career opportunities across end-of-life care.
  
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• TV detective was major draw when new Co-op bank opened in Blackburn

  17-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  You wouldn’t think that the opening of a new bank branch would see queues reaching round the block
  
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• Ryan Alebiosu on Nigeria 'opportunity', Rovers start and Championship aim

  17-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Ryan Alebiosu on his call-up for the Africa Cup of Nations and why he already feels at home at Rovers
  
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• Renowned East Lancs chef heralded as one of countries best in delivering for tourists

  17-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  An East Lancashire chef has been named as one of the country’s best for delivering outstanding experiences to tourists.
  
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• Primary school league tables reveal borough's best performing schools

  17-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  New figures from the Department of Education have revealed the best and worst performing primary schools across Blackburn with Darwen at Key Stage 2.
  
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• Painter raises over £1,000 for vulnerable people through charity raffle for PAC

  17-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Nelson painter Darren Harrety raised £1,360 for Positive Action in the Community in his Christmas raffle.
  
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• Paedo pensioner jailed again after breaching order just four days after release

  17-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  A convicted paedophile from Blackburn reoffended just four days after his release from prison for attempted sexual communications with a child
  
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• NHS encouraging people to look after their mental health during festive period

  17-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  The Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust is encouraging people to look after their mental health over the festive season.
  
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