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The entrance to Writtenstone farm near Longride

Planning and development

Couple submit plans to turn stone barn into four-bedroom home

Blackburn Rovers with the Premier League trophy in 1995

Blackburn Rovers with the Premier League trophy in 1995

Blackburn Rovers FC

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New beer to launch to commemorate 30 years since Rovers' historic title win

Alyssa Morris took her own life last year

Alyssa Morris took her own life last year

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Family say 'there were no signs' that teen, 13, would take own life in park

An artist's impression of the new skills and cyber campus for Blackburn

An artist's impression of the new skills and cyber campus for Blackburn

Major education campus plans to be debated

People in Blackburn and Burnley are being invited to a series of events to discuss health and care services with NHS leaders.

People in Blackburn and Burnley are being invited to a series of events to discuss health and care services with NHS leaders.

Residents urged to share their views on health services in their area

Blackburn Magistrates' Court

Blackburn Magistrates' Court

Man attacked his brother for 'waking him up too early'

Libby Whitehead

Libby Whitehead

Hyndburn girl representing team GB at international Ju Jitsu competition

St Mary's RC Primary is based in Osbaldeston

St Mary's RC Primary is based in Osbaldeston

Blackburn school honoured with 'gold' award for third year running

Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board won at the QiC award

Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board won at the QiC award

Lancashire NHS board winners at Dermatology Awards

Council welcomes Government funding for Padiham flood defences

Council welcomes Government funding for Padiham flood defences

Local government

When town’s flood defence is set to resume after government cover £19m shortfall

Preston Crown Court

Preston Crown Court

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'Deviant' who sexually abused two girls jailed for more than 10 years

Police are looking to speak to this man about a serious assault in Burnley

Police are looking to speak to this man about a serious assault in Burnley

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Man found unconscious outside bar in early hours after serious assault

The window has been boarded up as of today (September 15)

The window has been boarded up as of today (September 15)

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Police issue update after 'explosion' at property as one arrested

More than 7,000 people visited Nelson for the town's annual food and drink festival

More than 7,000 people visited Nelson for the town's annual food and drink festival

Thousands descend on town for annual food and drink festival

A Calico property home in Burnley

A Calico property home in Burnley

No Fault Evictions

House repossessions were highest nationally in this East Lancashire town

Clog Fest 2024 kicked off on Saturday around Clitheroe

Clog Fest 2024 kicked off on Saturday around Clitheroe

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Clog dancing festival delights crowds around town centre

Rishton Library has been vandalised for the second time this month

Rishton Library has been vandalised for the second time this month

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Library vandalised for second time in two weeks

A road closure was in place for several hours on the A59

A road closure was in place for several hours on the A59

Police appeal after motorcyclist left in serious condition

Rossendale Police Station in Waterfoot

Rossendale Police Station in Waterfoot

Thefts, burglaries and off-road biking among offences investigated in borough

Mopping up in Blackburn Co-op, 1987

Mopping up in Blackburn Co-op, 1987

Homeware department flooded as mopping up began at Blackburn Co-op

Disruption across Manchester Metrolink trams due to 'loss of power'

Disruption across Manchester Metrolink trams due to 'loss of power'

Transport for Greater Manchester

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Disruption across Manchester Metrolink trams due to 'loss of power'

Traffic on the M62

Traffic on the M62

Recap as car fire shuts motorway lanes and leads to delays

Accrington Grammar Old Boys giving out grants earlier this year

Accrington Grammar Old Boys giving out grants earlier this year

Grammar school old boys look to test out grey matter

Concerns were raised with people posting ‘warnings’ to others over his actions on social media.

Concerns were raised with people posting ‘warnings’ to others over his actions on social media.

‘My intentions were sincere’: YouTuber reveals why he was filming near mosques

Multiple vehicles around Pendle have been seized

Multiple vehicles around Pendle have been seized

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'Bin the Bangers' sees 18 vehicles seized in joint operation

A man has been charged in relation to a vehicle theft

A man has been charged in relation to a vehicle theft

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Man charged in relation to vehicle theft

Video shows last known movements of man missing for five days

Halifax Road, Briercliffe

Halifax Road, Briercliffe

Investigation launched after fire breaks out in motorhome

A Burnley teenager who only took up boxing last year has won a national tournament. Layla Khan triumphed in the 50kg weight in Devon taking home Barum Boxing Cup title. The victory came in her sixth fight all of which she has won. Dad Sharaz said:

A Burnley teenager who only took up boxing last year has won a national tournament. Layla Khan triumphed in the 50kg weight in Devon taking home Barum Boxing Cup title. The victory came in her sixth fight all of which she has won. Dad Sharaz said:

Talented teenager who only took up boxing last year wins title

The Salvation Army’s annual football tournament, kicks off next week with three teams from the Lancashire region taking part.

The Salvation Army’s annual football tournament, kicks off next week with three teams from the Lancashire region taking part.

Lancashire sides gearing up for annual Salvation Army cup

Over the years we have in the west have mocked other countries for their choice in leadership.

Over the years we have in the west have mocked other countries for their choice in leadership.

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‘Immigrants are eating pets’…and other desperate claims

The theft took place at Padiham Mobile Phones and Computers

The theft took place at Padiham Mobile Phones and Computers

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Thief posed as shopper to steal mobile phone

The team cracked down on 20 businesses illegally selling vapes

The team cracked down on 20 businesses illegally selling vapes

Illegal Vapes and tobacco products

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Team of undercover children crack down on illegal vape sales

Peel Tower will be open to the public this month

Peel Tower will be open to the public this month

Cultural attractions

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Historic tower offering visitors chance to enjoy ‘panoramic’ views

With this donation CANW can continue to support children, adults and families across the North West

With this donation CANW can continue to support children, adults and families across the North West

Performing arts firm announces new partnership with children's charity

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Prisoner died after not taking medication for high blood pressure

The event promises activities that can involve everyone, from grandparents to toddlers

The event promises activities that can involve everyone, from grandparents to toddlers

Lancashire wildlife hub to host 'Witches' Wetland' event this half-term

There are 22 spiders common to the UK and most of them are

There are 22 spiders common to the UK and most of them are

Spider season is here: the 22 species you're likely to find in your home

The Northern Lights have been quite active over the past week and are set to be visible again in the coming days.

The Northern Lights have been quite active over the past week and are set to be visible again in the coming days.

Northern Lights

Northern Lights to be visible in UK skies over coming days - see when and where

The new Covid XEC variant was first detected in Germany back in June and has now been identified in 15 countries around the world.

The new Covid XEC variant was first detected in Germany back in June and has now been identified in 15 countries around the world.

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New Covid variant 'taking charge' across the world - symptoms to look out for

The most affordable homes that have gardens in Lancashire have been revealed

The most affordable homes that have gardens in Lancashire have been revealed

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Top 10 most and least affordable places to buy houses with gardens in Lancashire

Gaby Roslin and Scott Mills have both filled in for Zoe Ball on her BBC Radio 2 breakfast show while she has been away.

Gaby Roslin and Scott Mills have both filled in for Zoe Ball on her BBC Radio 2 breakfast show while she has been away.

What's happened to Zoe Ball? BBC confirms when Radio 2 star will be back on air

'Dense' fog may result in flight cancellations and delays on Monday (September 16) The Met Office has warned.

'Dense' fog may result in flight cancellations and delays on Monday (September 16) The Met Office has warned.

Met Office issues weather warning as flight cancellations possible due to fog

Blackburn Rovers fitness latest as John Eustace reveals injury issues

Homeware department flooded as mopping up began at Blackburn Co-op

Blackburn Rovers are repaying their supporters as Ewood Park clouds clear

Grammar school old boys look to test out grey matter

‘My intentions were sincere’: YouTuber reveals why he was filming near mosques

'Bin the Bangers' sees 18 vehicles seized in joint operation

Sport

Callum Brittain has a knee injury.

Blackburn Rovers FC

Blackburn Rovers fitness latest as John Eustace reveals injury issues

Blackburn Rovers with the Premier League trophy in 1995

Blackburn Rovers with the Premier League trophy in 1995

Blackburn Rovers FC

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New beer to launch to commemorate 30 years since Rovers' historic title win

Yuki Ohashi scored twice for Rovers.

Yuki Ohashi scored twice for Rovers.

Blackburn Rovers FC

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Blackburn Rovers are repaying their supporters as Ewood Park clouds clear

A Burnley teenager who only took up boxing last year has won a national tournament. Layla Khan triumphed in the 50kg weight in Devon taking home Barum Boxing Cup title. The victory came in her sixth fight all of which she has won. Dad Sharaz said:

A Burnley teenager who only took up boxing last year has won a national tournament. Layla Khan triumphed in the 50kg weight in Devon taking home Barum Boxing Cup title. The victory came in her sixth fight all of which she has won. Dad Sharaz said:

Talented teenager who only took up boxing last year wins title

Luca Koleosho (centre) celebrates soring the only goal of the game at Leeds

Luca Koleosho (centre) celebrates soring the only goal of the game at Leeds

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Koleosho 's cracker seals win for Burnley at Leeds

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National Sport

Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker (7) walks off the field after kicking a 51-yard field goal (Ed Zurga/AP)

Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker (7) walks off the field after kicking a 51-yard field goal (Ed Zurga/AP)

Late field goal helps Kansas City Chiefs escape Cincinnati Bengals 26-25

Lexi Thompson holds the Solheim Cup after helping the United States to victory against Europe (Matt York/AP)

Lexi Thompson holds the Solheim Cup after helping the United States to victory against Europe (Matt York/AP)

The sporting weekend in pictures

Mikel Arteta applauds the Arsenal fans after the 1-0 win at Tottenham (John Walton/PA)

Mikel Arteta applauds the Arsenal fans after the 1-0 win at Tottenham (John Walton/PA)

Mikel Arteta praises absentee-hit Arsenal after claiming ‘ugly’ win at Spurs

The Green Bay Packers became the first NFL franchise to reach 800 wins (Mike Roemer/AP)

The Green Bay Packers became the first NFL franchise to reach 800 wins (Mike Roemer/AP)

Green Bay Packers shrug off Jordan Love absence to claim milestone win

Luke Littler had reason to celebrate once more in Amsterdam (Zac Goodwin/PA)

Luke Littler had reason to celebrate once more in Amsterdam (Zac Goodwin/PA)

Luke Littler beats Michael Smith to win World Series of Darts Finals

Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal, second left, celebrates his opening goal against Girona (Joan Monfort/AP)

Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal, second left, celebrates his opening goal against Girona (Joan Monfort/AP)

Lamine Yamal inspires Barcelona while Conor Gallagher opens Atletico account

Dan Evans shows his disappointment during his defeat by Denis Shapovalov (Mike Egerton/PA)

Dan Evans shows his disappointment during his defeat by Denis Shapovalov (Mike Egerton/PA)

Dan Evans hints it may be time to ‘leave the party’ after Davis Cup exit

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Rightmove also revealed that the time it takes for a house to sell has increased

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Average asking price of a UK home jumps by nearly £3k in September

Ferne McCann rose to fame on The Only Way is Essex and has since appeared on shows including I'm a Celebrity, This Morning and Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins.

Ferne McCann rose to fame on The Only Way is Essex and has since appeared on shows including I'm a Celebrity, This Morning and Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins.

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Ex-TOWIE star Ferne McCann reveals 'difficult decision' to quit her own ITV show

Gaby Roslin and Scott Mills have both filled in for Zoe Ball on her BBC Radio 2 breakfast show while she has been away.

Gaby Roslin and Scott Mills have both filled in for Zoe Ball on her BBC Radio 2 breakfast show while she has been away.

What's happened to Zoe Ball? BBC confirms when Radio 2 star will be back on air

There are 22 spiders common to the UK and most of them are

There are 22 spiders common to the UK and most of them are

Spider season is here: the 22 species you're likely to find in your home

The new Covid XEC variant was first detected in Germany back in June and has now been identified in 15 countries around the world.

The new Covid XEC variant was first detected in Germany back in June and has now been identified in 15 countries around the world.

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New Covid variant 'taking charge' across the world - symptoms to look out for

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Health

Alyssa Morris took her own life last year

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Family say 'there were no signs' that teen, 13, would take own life in park

People in Blackburn and Burnley are being invited to a series of events to discuss health and care services with NHS leaders.

People in Blackburn and Burnley are being invited to a series of events to discuss health and care services with NHS leaders.

Residents urged to share their views on health services in their area

Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board won at the QiC award

Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board won at the QiC award

Lancashire NHS board winners at Dermatology Awards

The former Umar Medical Centre in Lime Street, Blackburn

The former Umar Medical Centre in Lime Street, Blackburn

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GP's 'dishonesty' over chronic condition patients at surgery

The cancer diagnostics equipment at Royal Blackburn Hospital

The cancer diagnostics equipment at Royal Blackburn Hospital

Blackburn Hospital receives life-saving cancer tech thanks to £250,000 donation

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National News

Former BBC broadcaster Huw Edwards (Aaron Chown/PA)

Former BBC broadcaster Huw Edwards (Aaron Chown/PA)

Huw Edwards to be sentenced for accessing indecent images of children

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump (Alex Brandon/AP)

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump (Alex Brandon/AP)

Second assassination attempt on Trump raises questions after another near miss

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump( Alex Brandon/AP)

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump( Alex Brandon/AP)

Bipartisan task force requests Secret Service briefing after second Trump attack

James Cleverly in December 2023.

James Cleverly in December 2023.

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Starmer under fresh attack for ‘unbelievably foolish’ winter fuel payment cuts

A collection of British newspapers.

A collection of British newspapers.

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What the papers say – September 16

Sheriff vehicles are pictured near Trump International Golf Club (Stephanie Matat/AP)

Sheriff vehicles are pictured near Trump International Golf Club (Stephanie Matat/AP)

Trump was subject of apparent assassination attempt at Florida golf club – FBI

A person lays flowers at Leabank, Luton (PA)

A person lays flowers at Leabank, Luton (PA)

18-year-old to appear in court charged with murder of woman and two children

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