A MAN appeared before Blackburn magistrates on Wednesday morning charged with the murder of Tarro “Taz” Grogan. In a hearing that lasted just two minutes, Dylan Mark Slater, 26, spoke only to give his name and date of birth and confirm that he
Residents of Clitheroe gathered outside the full meeting of Ribble Valley Borough Council tonight to protest against more housing development in the town. More than 30 people holding placards lobbied councillors as they entered the chamber.
ROVERS return to Championship action on Saturday when Leeds United visit Ewood Park and the Lancashire Telegraph has teamed up with Rovers’ shirt sponsor 10BET to offer one lucky fan the chance to win a pair of hospitality tickets for the game.
CORRY Evans said captaining his country in his 50th appearance was a proud moment. The Rovers midfielder was handed the Northern Ireland armband for Monday’s 2-0 Nations League defeat in Bosnia. The 28-year-old said: “It’s a proud moment for
CONSUMER watchdog Which is warning parents to be wary of child stair gates after three different products sold by major retailers were found to be potentially unsafe. In a test of the durability of 10 best-selling stair gates, they applied the
AN investigation has been launched after a driver made off from a crash - leaving a pensioner and a woman with serious injuries. A Honda Accord and a Vauxhall Astra crashed in Mellor Lane near the Whinney Lane junction at around 1.30am on Monday
STEPHEN Ward is facing a spell out of action after undergoing minor knee surgery. The left-back withdrew from the Republic of Ireland squad for their Nations League double header against Denmark and Wales and last week Ireland confirmed he had seen
FIVE-a-side football pitch operator Powerleague is to axe more than 100 jobs under plans to shut sites as part of a rescue deal. The group, owned by Patron Capital Partners, is set to close 13 sites after creditors and shareholders voted through
DRIVERS are being warned to learn some of the UK’s most obscure parking laws - in order to avoid a hefty fine. The warning comes from motoring experts at LeaseCar.uk who identified 13 lesser known parking rules which could land inexperienced drivers
A FINAL workshop for a lantern procession is being held to give everyone one last chance to make a lantern. Four free workshops have already been put on by Globe Arts at Toll Bar Mill, Stacksteads, and the last one will take place on Saturday from
THE MID-LANCASHIRE local valuation panel at Blackburn met in February 1958 to discuss whether council properties devalued adjacent properties. Mr H. Parker, of Brothers Street, Blackburn, appealed an assessment on his bungalow because he thought
BLACKBURN ROVERS and Cardiff supporters made headlines as they made their way to a cup tie. The rush of football fans for the match at Ewood Park became too much for the roads as traffic increased and then ground to a halt. Many spectators arrived
THE battle of the advent calendars is well and truly on, and it doesn't matter if you've been naughty or nice there is something for everyone. From Jack Daniels and gin to Lego and makeup, there really is something for everyone this year. Here's
Seriun's masquerade ball for Pendleside Hospice raised £5,000 As part of Pendleside Hospice' annual Corporate Challenge, digital technology experts Seriun recently hosted a charity ball at the Fence Gate. The 'red carpet' event was a huge success
ROBBIE Brady and Steven Defour both played 90 minutes as Burnley beat AFC Fylde 6-3 in a behind-closed-doors fixture at the Barnfield Training Centre. Brady was on the scoresheet for the Clarets after shaking off a hamstring strain to continue his
TWO MEN and a woman arrested in connection with the murder of Blackburn father-of-two Tarro ‘Taz’ Grogan have been released without charge. Police said the men, aged 28 and 29, and the 38-year-old woman - who are all from Blackburn - are now witnesses
TRIBUTES have poured in for Tarro ‘Taz’ Grogan who died after he was stabbed twice in Blackburn shortly after 9.30am on Sunday. The mixed martial arts fighter, a former British champion, of Peridot Close, Roe Lee, has been described as a ‘true
THE Blackburn and East Lancashire Model Railway Society is set to stage its annual exhibition at a brand-new venue and with a change of date. For more than 40 years from the society’s launch in 1966, the show was held at King George’s Hall in Blackburn
NICK Pope, Bradley Dack and Billy Kee have all been nominated for player of the year honours at the North West Football Awards. Burnley goalkeeper Pope enjoyed a stunning campaign at Turf Moor. He began the season having never made a Premier League
Accrington Trick or treat week is back after last year's success and local businesses are getting into the ‘spirit' to make sure children have a frighteningly fun Halloween. The trick or treat trail will run Monday 22nd-Wednesday 31st October
ACCRINGTON Stanley boss John Coleman does not expect his side to take their foot off the gas after an excellent start to life in League One. The Reds climbed into the play-off places with a 3-1 weekend win over Bradford City at the Wham Stadium
OUR game against Nottingham Lions was abandoned after the first quarter on Sunday with us leading 4-0. It was just a rubbish situation for both teams and all round. I know that’s probably not the best word to use, but that’s what it was. For
THE possible merger of Asda and Sainsbury's has been given a boost - after the competition watchdog said it would consider the rapid growth of Aldi and Lidl. Experts are predicting that towns with an Asda and Sainsbury’s store will see a store
BLACKBURN Hawks officials believe their ice was in a playable condition after their game with Nottingham Lions was abandoned on Sunday due to safety concerns. Hawks were 4-0 up in the NIHL Moralee Conference clash after the first period but the
A HOLIDAY Inn is hosting an evening of entertainment to celebrate its 10th year anniversary. Burnley's award winning Holiday Inn Express is celebrating an important milestone this Thursday, as the hotel team and guests join together to celebrate
ENGLAND are being heavily backed to win the 2022 World Cup, following the Three Lions dazzling display against Spain last night. Qatar may seem a long way away, but money is flooding in on England to bring football home already, at a best price
Pendle sisters Laura Standring and Sarah Nutter are getting into the Christmas spirit a little earlier than usual this year so they can help Rosemere Cancer Foundation. Together, the siblings are the force behind Pendle Pat a Cakes, the baking
A NEW budget chain – Five Pound World – could be coming to East Lancashire, according to reports. Trade publication The Grocer has claimed the new chain is set to take over empty Poundworld stores which closed earlier this year when the firm went
WEST End and Casualty star Lee Mead will be bringing his new one-man show to Blackburn next year. The singer and actor shot to fame when he won the BBC Saturday night show Any Dream Will Do. This led him to playing the lead in Joseph and the Amazing
BELLISSIMO Café in Burnley has scored an amazing Italian treble. It has lifted the award for Best Italian Café in Britain for the third year running at the English Italian Awards, which took place in Manchester. Manager and owner Lynn Scibetta
Business Rescue and Recovery specialists Simply Corporate Limited are delighted to announce their launch and the opening of their office at Ribble Court, Padiham. The new practice has been founded by Natalie Hughes, Alison Butler and Andy Platt
Craig Conway admits a future in central midfield is one that appeals to him, and something he has discussed with Rovers boss Tony Mowbray. The Scot has largely been a firm fixture on the Rovers flanks since joining in January 2014, clocking up
The team at the Bang & Olusen showroom in Ramsbottom have announced a fund raising 'Ladies Night' Thursday 8th November 6pm -8pm. As well as a welcoming glass of Prosecco there will also be offers from a range of beauty, aesthetics, hair and
REGULARS at a Blackburn pub have rallied round to come to the aid of a mother-of-two whose home was devastated in a Queensland fire. Sophie McLennan, husband Craig and their daughters Willow and Eva were left homeless after a blaze ripped through
A CONVICTED sex offender from Burnley who made "concerning and disgusting" comments to young boys has been given an extended jail sentence. John Goodfellow, 58, started chatting with some youngsters about football, in a harbour town to the east
EVERYONE is reminded to visit their nearest library and take part in 'get online week'. Libraries across the county are focusing on helping improve their online skills this week. There will be sessions for beginners and confident users and they
A TOTAL of 74 knives and two extendable batons were handed in at Blackburn, Burnley and Colne Police Stations during a week-long weapons surrender. A senior officer said the fact the knives were now off the streets could prevent the public and police
CONCERNS are growing for a missing 20-year-old who hasn't been seen since August 25. Bethan Crabtree has now been missing for almost two months and police are appealing for information as to her whereabouts. She was last seen in the Burnley
BACUP Borough boss Brent Peters believes his talented side have to improve their decision making to fulfil their potential. Borough's recent run of good form came to an end on Saturday as they lost 3-0 at home to Longridge Town in the Hallmark Security
THE simplicity of Burnley's defensive method is key to bringing the best out of those at the back, according to Sean Dyche. The Turf Moor boss has gained a reputation for developing defenders under his guidance, while the goalkeeping department
A NEW 'wildlife haven' has been suggested for a former quarry opposite one of East Lancashire's best-loved nature reserves. But environmental campaigners remain to be convinced after plans were revealed by Clive Hurt Plant Hire for Lower Brockholes
THE former owners of a Ribble Valley hostelry owed more than £9,500 to the borough council in unpaid rates when it went bust. But the debt was not the only unpaid bill left by Hail Fellows Pub Company Ltd, which used to run the Bayley Arms in Hurst
ROSSENDALE has become the latest East Lancs council to hire a private enforcement to crackdown on litter louts. A 12-month trial to tackle people who blight the borough has been approved with officers from the firm District Enforcement issuing on-the-spot
A COUNCIL boss has reiterated his stance on hate crime as National Hate Crime Awareness Week begins. Blackburn with Darwen Council members unanimously agreed a motion against hate crime in July 2016. And now leader of the council, Cllr Mohammed
BLACKBURN with Darwen Council planning appeal stats for the last year show out of 18 cases, 12 were dismissed and five were allowed with one split decision. In one case, where developers proposed to build a new home on land adjoining Moorthorpe
A MAN who was found dead by his landlord used a small meat cleaver to cut himself, an inquest heard. The knife, thought to have been used to make small cuts on his lower arm, was found next to his body by police upon conducting a search of his property
AS Thwaites prepare to move their famous Shire horses from their old brewery in Blackburn town centre to their new one in the Ribble Valley, it has recreated a famous 1964 image of their iconic animals. The original shows dray horses King, Tim,
NORTHERN Apprentices have played a role in improving two train stations. Ten apprentices spent 12 months improving Burnley Manchester Road and Blackburn stations to provide travellers with a better travelling experience. At Burnley Manchester
A DRUG user who punched an elderly patient as he ‘ran amok’ in an East Lancashire hospital has been sentenced to 18 months in prison. On July 25, Samuel Edward Hayes, of no fixed address, punched a 79-year-old lady who was about to have her leg
WITTON Country Park is one of the biggest jewel's in Blackburn's crown and has been drawing in crowds for decades. The 480-acre site has been well looked after by dedicated volunteers and council staff who have worked tirelessly to maintain its
ENFORCEMENT action has been taken against a pre-school where children’s safety is “significantly compromised”. Ofsted originally visited Dar Ul Madinah nursery in Granville Road, Blackburn, in March and found staff at the facility did not do enough
A MAN who should have been spending a day at the seaside with his family was instead arrested smoking a cannabis joint at a site targeted by police because of reports from the public of drug use. Blackburn magistrates heard when Mohammed Sohail
A GREAT Harwood dad-of-two has launched a petition to try to bring a BMX cycling pump track to the area. Rob Richards wants support from members of the public to get as many signatures to back calls for the Great Harwood Outdoor Skills Track (GHOST
Steve Waggott says the Ben Brereton deal is a ‘big commitment’ from the club but the attacker is a player the recruitment department have belief in. Brereton is currently on loan from Nottingham Forest, with the deal set to become permanent in
THOUSANDS of pounds have been spent cleaning up a travellers’ site – and action is being taken to tackle a spate of fires. Blackburn with Darwen Council says there are problems with ‘some individuals’ on the official Ewood travellers’ site – but
A LOVING mother who declined treatment for ovarian cancer while pregnant to save her baby’s life has died. Tributes have been paid to ‘amazing and brave’ Gemma Nuttall, of Helmshore, who died on Sunday following a five-year fight with cancer.
