HUNDREDS of people gathered in Blackburn town centre - as the funeral of Tarro ‘Taz’ Grogan took place. More than 500 mourners all dressed in black, made their way to Blackburn Cathedral to pay their respects to the 29-year-old father-of-two, who
BURNLEY Under-23s ran out 4-1 winners over Barnsley to move within a point of the Professional Development League’s northern section summit. Dwight McNeil scored on his 90-minute outing for the Clarets youngsters who were handed a 28th minute lead
LIAM Livingstone says he has put the team's interests first after opting to stand down from captaining Lancashire. The top-order batsman was only named Red Rose skipper last season but has relinquished the role after just a year in charge with no
BURNLEY have now shipped 13 goals in their last three matches, ‘the antithesis to last season’, according to Match of the Day host Gary Lineker. The Clarets were beaten 4-2 at West Ham on Saturday, following up defeats to Manchester City (5-0) and
ACCRINGTON Stanley boss John Coleman is excited to see some of his fringe players get the chance to impress in tonight’s Checkatrade Trophy tie with West Brom Under-21s. The Reds chief is set to ring the changes for the game with the Baggies youngsters
A VAN stopped by police on the A59 at Whalley was found to be displaying false number plates. Blackburn magistrates heard inquiries revealed the driver was disqualified. Ryan Richards, 28, of Tempest Street, Bolton, pleaded guilty to driving
Bradley Dack’s penalty was enough to see Rovers to victory against QPR, but the Rovers manager conceded that penalties weren't discussed prior to kick off. Rovers’ usual penalty taker Charlie Mulgrew missed the clash against QPR with a rib injury
TRIBUTES have been paid to a mother, father and daughter, with family in Blackburn, who died following horror crash. The couple and their daughter were killed in a crash on the way back from Leicester to their home in Manchester. A second daughter
HERE is the first look inside the new Frankie's Burger Bar opening in Blackburn town centre. The building has been completely renovated both internally and externally. The new look interior features the signature Frankies sign and booths.
WITH the recent closure of Switch - Blackburn town centre is once again without a major nightclub. But not so long ago, Blackburn was a mecca for music lovers and clubs such as the Cavendish, which went on to become Peppermint Place, were packed
Corry Evans will face a one game suspension after picking up a yellow card in Saturday’s game against QPR. The Northern Ireland international will miss Rovers game against Rotherham at Ewood Park this weekend. Darragh Lenihan and Elliott Bennett
STOP right now - the Spice Girls will begin their world tour in Manchester year next year. Emma, Mel B, Melanie C and Geri will reunite at Manchester's Etihad Stadium on June 1. Emma said: "It’s time to spice things up all over again. I can’t
A MAN turned to drugs as a coping mechanism following the death of his grandparents who had brought him up. Blackburn magistrates heard Arran Davies couldn't finance his use from his benefits and turned to shoplifting. Davies, 21, of Islington
Tony Mowbray revealed the club’s medical department are monitoring Charlie Mulgrew after the Rovers skipper missed the weekend win over QPR. Mulgrew picked up a rib injury in the draw at West Brom which forced him off after 15 minutes. The
Forbes Solicitors has expanded its Employment Team with the appointment of three solicitors and two paralegals. Abigail Mottram, Trishna Modessa, Yara Cherbetji, Charlotte Black and Jason Landa, add expertise in a number of areas and have begun
A FATHER has paid tribute to those who died during the First World War with a full arm-length commemorative tattoo. Elliott Morris, from Padiham, spent 46 gruelling hours under the needle to complete his right-arm masterpiece in time for the First
AN OFFENDER who thought he had turned a corner when he got a place in a Blackburn hostel became a victim when his first benefits payment was stolen while he slept. Blackburn magistrates heard Joseph Thomas Fox reacted by going out and trying to
A TRAINEE accountant has been sentenced for stealing more than £30,000 in VAT. Keiron Edmondson, 35, of Campbell Court, Blackburn, created fake invoices between two businesses to fraudulently reclaim VAT, a HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) investigation
THE Blackburn and East Lancashire Model Railway Society is staging its 53rd annual exhibition at Darwen Vale High School this weekend. One of the highlights of the show for many visitors will be the first public appearance of a new N Gauge layout
NEARLY 40 penalty notices have been issued for poor parking at schools since the start of the academic year. Traffic wardens have been sent to 59 schools in East Lancashire since the policy was brought in by Lancashire County Council at the beginning
THE menacing voice of Hugh Cornwell, represented for many, their introduction to the punk rock explosion of the 1970s. As singer and songwriter with the Stranglers, the man in black penned the buzz-saw hits of No More Heroes and Five Minutes, and
Rovers have launched their half season tickets which are now on sale to supporters. The half season ticket will start with the home game against West Bromwich Albion on January 1, the first of 11 home matches in the second half of the season.
FINAL preparations are being made for the Blackburn Remembers concert at the cathedral on Saturday. Under new conductor Abi Kitching, Blackburn Musical Society is behind the Armistice centenary commemoration event, The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace
CHIEF constable Andy Rhodes has spoken out on the county's mental health crisis after a man found hanging over a bridge on the M6 near Blackburn is said to have waited 32 hours 'for proper care'. Lancashire's top police officer praised members of
A JUNIOR version of the Christmas Post is set to return in Darwen. And customers will once again have Scout and Guide troops to thank for their local seasons greetings getting there on time. St Joseph’s Scouts, in Bolton Road, and the Cellar
A MAN was taken to hospital after two cars crashed into a wall. Police officers, firefighters and paramedics were called to Noggarth Road in Fence, at around 9.50pm last night. A police spokesman said a Fiat Punto and another car had crashed
AT school in a history lesson, I learned of the exploits of Vasco da Gama, the first European to discover India; at the time, I dreamed of visiting this fascinating country. This dream became a reality thanks to the Authentic India experience offered
A decision on whether Rovers goalkeeper David Raya will require surgery will be made early this week. Raya sustained a broken nose and required stiches to a facial wound picked up following a collision with Jay Rodriguez in the 1-1 draw at West
FORTY jobs could be coming to Blackburn if discount store Lidl gets permission for a second store alongside one of the town’s main link roads. Bosses from the discount supermarket chain revealed the employment boost as a formal planning application
A MULTI-FAITH service took place at the Padiham Unitarian Church. Members of the Jewish and Sufi Muslim communities gathered for a worship programme that included prayers, songs from both faiths, as well as Christian hymns. Leaders of the joint
AN off licence in East Lancashire has seen its premises licence revoked after a string of run-ins with trading standards, the police and immigration officials. Licensing bosses in Pendle had ordered a review of Jean and Peter’s Offy, in Regent Street
A DISABLED woman has been left to pay £1,600 to repair a damaged roof after her insurance company refused to pay out. Tiles and part of the barge boards on Jenny Broome’s roof were ripped off as Storm Callum tore through East Lancashire last month
PLANS for a multi-million road scheme which could improve safety at an accident blackspot have been unveiled. A planning application has been lodged for a new link road and junctions to join up with Barbara Castle Way in Blackburn. In the latest
A WOMAN relapsed into drug abuse after her father took his own life by throwing himself off a building in Darwen. Blackburn magistrates heard prior to the tragedy Ashley Anne Hough had been in rehab and was working with the agencies. Hough, 32
Jayson Leutwiler praised the Rovers back four as they ensured he enjoyed a comfortable afternoon in the win over QPR. The Canadian made a rare appearance in deputising for the injured David Raya and didn’t have a save to make as Rovers won 1-0.
ROVERS duo Danny Graham and Richie Smallwood paid a visit to the school of a nine year-old boy who fell through a factory roof to discuss the importance of safety. Leon Langford is recovering in hospital after sustaining a head injury after the
A SCHOOLGIRL who has raised thousands of pounds for charity has been crowned the winner of a beauty pageant. Eddison Holmes, 15, from Blackburn, fought off competition from teenagers across the UK to take home the Miss Junior Teen Great Britain
TODAY’S photograph from the Lancashire Telegraph archives shows traffic lights which had been installed at the Wilpshire Hotel junction. But residents still had concerns about the junction, which is pictured on January 29, 1971. They said there
A FOOTBALL club is seeking to raise £35,000 for the first stage of its redevelopment. AFC Darwen is seeking the cash to build the shell for new classrooms to train new coaches and referees to increase the number of its youth teams for both sexes
VIOLENT attacks on NHS staff will not be tolerated, hospital trust bosses have warned. New figures show more than a quarter of NHS staff at East Lancashire Hospitals experienced bullying, harassment or abuse from patients last year. And one in
MORE than 100 affordable homes have become available for occupation in an expensive and desirable Lancashire borough. The houses, flats and bungalows are in the rural Ribble Valley towns and villages of Clitheroe, Whalley, Barrow, Chipping, Hurst
THOUSANDS of pounds has been made through Sunday parking charges since their introduction in Blackburn last month. From the first weekend of October, Blackburn with Darwen Council introduced a £1 fee for on and off-street parking for up to three
