King William Street, Blackburn

Local government

More levelling up cash for East Lancashire to improve town's high street

Sohail Ali (left) and Irtiza Bashir (right)

Sohail Ali (left) and Irtiza Bashir (right)

Right hand man in £5.6M 'frozen chicken' drug smuggling plot ordered to pay up

A man threatened to attack MP Sir Jake Berry and his staff member

A man threatened to attack MP Sir Jake Berry and his staff member

Man's threats left MP staff member fearful of attack at constituency office

Burnley Magistrates' Court, where the case was heard as a Crown Court hearing

Burnley Magistrates' Court, where the case was heard as a Crown Court hearing

Men found in car with drugs worth up to £20k as well as weapons

Chance was left for dead in a Burnley canal

Chance was left for dead in a Burnley canal

Dog weighted down and thrown in canal in ‘shocking and horrible’ incident

The roof aeras to be repaired and windows to be boarded up at Imperial Mill

The roof aeras to be repaired and windows to be boarded up at Imperial Mill

More Imperial Mill roof problems presented to councillors

Professor Abdul Razaq, Blackburn with Darwen's director of public health

Professor Abdul Razaq, Blackburn with Darwen's director of public health

Health boss says report ranking Blackburn among unhealthiest places 'unhelpful'

Melbourne House, Eastgate, Accrington

Melbourne House, Eastgate, Accrington

Apartment block close to town centre hits market for £3m

Cllr Quesir Mahmood at Troy Street MUGA

Cllr Quesir Mahmood at Troy Street MUGA

Two multi-use games areas to be levelled up with government cash

Improved loft insulation is one way to make a home more energy efficient

Improved loft insulation is one way to make a home more energy efficient

Three East Lancs areas rank in top five for least energy efficient homes in UK

A previous Burnley Vintage and Performance car show

A previous Burnley Vintage and Performance car show

Third vintage care show set for town centre

Steve Rides, the new divisional commander for East Lancashire

Steve Rides, the new divisional commander for East Lancashire

New divisional commander for East Lancashire speaks of pride after taking role

A Barclays Local has opened at Freckleton Business Centre in Blackburn

A Barclays Local has opened at Freckleton Business Centre in Blackburn

New Barclays site opens in Blackburn - but you can’t make cash transactions

Daz said the Men in Sheds programme at Blackburn Rovers Community Trust has 'transformed' his life for the better.

Daz said the Men in Sheds programme at Blackburn Rovers Community Trust has 'transformed' his life for the better.

'I would have panic attacks': How group's support helped Daz transform his life

The number of school students suspended for racist abuse in Lancashire rose last year

The number of school students suspended for racist abuse in Lancashire rose last year

Rise in number of school students suspended over racist abuse

Louise Duxbury, owner of Create Yourself in Accrington, who is working on an exciting project for a sculpture trail in Arden Hall

Louise Duxbury, owner of Create Yourself in Accrington, who is working on an exciting project for a sculpture trail in Arden Hall

Schools use recycled footballs to create decorations for sculpture trail

Blackburn-based Accrol is one of the biggest suppliers of toilet tissues and other hygeine products in the country

Blackburn-based Accrol is one of the biggest suppliers of toilet tissues and other hygeine products in the country

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Company announces takeover of Blackburn firm in multi-million-pound deal

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Burnley plumber who 'helped people in need' admits making up some stories

Neelam Akhtar (right) married her husband at Royal Blackburn Hospital so her father could be in attendance

Neelam Akhtar (right) married her husband at Royal Blackburn Hospital so her father could be in attendance

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Bride's wish comes true as father able to attend her wedding at hospital

Woo Gary Davies chant still means so much to DJ bringing 80s to Blackpool

Ski Rossendale, October 1973

Ski Rossendale, October 1973

Skier’s eye view of newly-built slope at Ski Rossendale

Police investigating report of rape in Blackpool

Police investigating report of rape in Blackpool

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Police investigating after reports a woman was raped

Iain Taylor of Rawtenstall Town Board

Iain Taylor of Rawtenstall Town Board

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Freeports expert to head new £20m budget town board

The new Mayor and Mayoress of Chorley Councillors Gordon and Margaret France

The new Mayor and Mayoress of Chorley Councillors Gordon and Margaret France

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Borough's new mayor lays out his priorities and says role 'a privilege'

Rochdale Road in Bacup

Rochdale Road in Bacup

Driver taken to hospital as emergency service deal with “complex” crash

Police called to anti-social behaviour reports in Longridge and Ribchester

Police called to anti-social behaviour reports in Longridge and Ribchester

Six youths sign ‘behaviour contracts’ amid anti-social behaviour reports

Man charged after cannabis allegedly found in Mercedes

Man charged after cannabis allegedly found in Mercedes

Police allegedly found cannabis and £5k in cash in Mercedes on M6

Rochdale Road in Bacup

Rochdale Road in Bacup

Emergency services descend on town and person 'cut from vehicle' after crash

Harwood Road, near the junction of Wilpshire Road in Rishton

Harwood Road, near the junction of Wilpshire Road in Rishton

Motorists urged to “avoid this area” after crash

A service to honour band leader John Colbert was held at the Salvation Army

A service to honour band leader John Colbert was held at the Salvation Army

Poignant pictures as Salvation Army celebrates life of band leader

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'I’ve come such a long way' - Man who would ‘hallucinate and hear voices’ as a teen

Thomas Macpherson-Pope is Director of The Making Rooms

Thomas Macpherson-Pope is Director of The Making Rooms

Pioneering group awarded share of £500,000 funds

Cliodhna Gibson on MasterChef

Cliodhna Gibson on MasterChef

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MasterChef star lands ‘dream job’ feeding famous musicians thanks to show

John Colbert held a number of roles with the Salvation Army and his family links go back to the 1800s.

John Colbert held a number of roles with the Salvation Army and his family links go back to the 1800s.

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‘A true Blackburn hero’: Tributes to popular Salvation Army band leader

Dean Owens (Picture: Gaelle Beri)

Dean Owens (Picture: Gaelle Beri)

Master storyteller Dean Owens bringing touch of the desert to Barlick

Union Street, Accrington, 1961

Union Street, Accrington, 1961

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Union Street in Accrington before it became a shopping street

Man was 'follower more than leader' in group robbery

The new Mayor of Burnley Cllr Shah Hussain with Wife (next to Mayor) - Mayoress Shewly Akhtar, Daughter (sitting left) - Mayoress Tahmina Hussain, Sister (sitting right) - Mayoress Runa Khanom, and son - (next to Mayor) - Consort Mr Mohammed Shah Kamran

The new Mayor of Burnley Cllr Shah Hussain with Wife (next to Mayor) - Mayoress Shewly Akhtar, Daughter (sitting left) - Mayoress Tahmina Hussain, Sister (sitting right) - Mayoress Runa Khanom, and son - (next to Mayor) - Consort Mr Mohammed Shah Kamran

New borough Mayor tells how his father's example inspired him

Body found off Lytham coast confirmed to be missing man

Park Lee Road, Blackburn

Park Lee Road, Blackburn

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Teenage boy knocked off bike suffers broken arm in 'hit and run'

Burnley Town Hall

Burnley Town Hall

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Town Hall lights error admission brightens up council meeting

Five teenagers have been arrested on suspicion of drug offences in Preston

Five teenagers have been arrested on suspicion of drug offences in Preston

Five teenagers arrested on suspicion of drug offences

Ribblesdale Avenue, Clitheroe

Ribblesdale Avenue, Clitheroe

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Man submits plans for family home with up to five bedrooms

Blackburn Rovers star's glowing Adam Wharton prediction and England endorsement

Woo Gary Davies chant still means so much to DJ bringing 80s to Blackpool

Skier’s eye view of newly-built slope at Ski Rossendale

Police investigating after reports a woman was raped

Blackburn Rovers reveal details for pre-season tour and three friendlies

Freeports expert to head new £20m budget town board

Sport

Adam Wharton is earning rave reviews at Crystal Palace.

Blackburn Rovers star's glowing Adam Wharton prediction and England endorsement

Cllr Quesir Mahmood at Troy Street MUGA

Two multi-use games areas to be levelled up with government cash

Blackburn Rovers will face Accrington Stanley in pre-season.

Blackburn Rovers reveal details for pre-season tour and three friendlies

Duncan McGuire is reluctant to join Blackburn Rovers.

Duncan McGuire's first words on failed Blackburn Rovers move and summer transfer

James Edmondson has signed a new deal with Blackburn Rovers.

Latest Blackburn Rovers Academy success story sets out ambitions

Aaron Chalmers with his three trophies Picture: Rick Barrett

Chalmers hat-trick at Heys awards event

A record attendance watched the Rams host Bury Picture: Leo Michaelovitz

Rammy hope that there are better times to come

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National Sport

Xander Schauffele took a three-shot lead into the second round of the US PGA Championship after a record-equalling opening 62 (Matt York/AP)

Xander Schaufelle matches record for three-shot lead at Valhalla

Xander Schauffele hits from the fairway on the 17th hole during the first round of the US PGA Championship (Matt York/AP)

Xander Schauffele equals major record again with brilliant opening 62 at US PGA

Michael Smith booked his place in Premier League play-offs at the O2 Arena next week (Martin Rickett/PA)

Michael Smith beats good friend Nathan Aspinall on way to Sheffield victory

Tyson Fury stepped up his mind games with Oleksandr Usyk (Nick Potts/PA)

I’m ready for a good fight – Tyson Fury reserved as Oleksandr Usyk bout looms

Manchester United’s Luke Shaw may not be fit enough to play at Euro 2024 (Martin Rickett/PA)

Luke Shaw concern for Euro 2024 with injured defender set to miss FA Cup final

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The UK’s greenfly population is set to explode as we welcome the warmer weather and summer sunshine.

'Don't park here!' £1200 repair bill warning issued to British drivers

The explorer told his followers on Instagram that pasta is officially the newest longevity food that people can add to their diets to help them extend their lifespan.

Good news for pasta lovers! Our favourite carb could help us live a longer life

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Health

Daz said the Men in Sheds programme at Blackburn Rovers Community Trust has 'transformed' his life for the better.

'I would have panic attacks': How group's support helped Daz transform his life

Professor Abdul Razaq, Blackburn with Darwen's director of public health

Health boss says report ranking Blackburn among unhealthiest places 'unhelpful'

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National News

The Peace Palace, office of the International Court of Justice (Peter Dejong/AP)

Israel to respond to genocide charges at UN’s top court

Transmission power lines are down near the Grand Parkway and West Road after a storm in Cypress, Texas (Melissa Phillip/Houston Chronicle via AP)

Severe storms kill at least four people in Houston

Kim Jong Un’s sister denies North Korea has supplied weapons to Russia (Jorge Silva/Pool Photo via AP)

Kim Jong Un’s sister denies North Korea has supplied weapons to Russia

The King meets the cast of the gala performance at the Royal Opera House (Isabel Infantes/PA)

King applauded on Royal Opera House stage hand in hand with performers

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Daniel Anjorin died near his home as he walked to school in Hainault on April 30 (Metropolitan Police/PA)

Funeral to be held for teenager who died in east London sword attack

What the papers say – May 17

What the papers say – May 17

Home Secretary James Cleverly during his visit to Meadowfield Training Centre, Durham (Owen Humphreys/PA)

Thousands of police officers specially trained to investigate rape

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