Emergency services were called to a fire in a kitchen. The incident happened around 9.30am on Friday at a house on Mowgrain View in Bacup. Tow fire engines were called to the blaze but luckily, no-one was hurt. A spokesperson for the fire
An investigation has been launched after a unit on an industrial estate was broken into twice. The burglary occurred on the Thursday July 4 at approximately 10.10pm at one of the units on Bee Mill Industrial Estate, Ribchester. A police spokesperson
POLICE are appealing for information relating to an incident in which a police car was deliberately smashed into by youths on motorbikes. The incident took place on Railway Street, Nelson at 8.30pm on Thursday July 18. A spokesperson for the
A teenager who went missing from Burnley has now been found. Anni Smith, who is 13, went missing from school on Thursday and did not return home. Police asked for information as to the whereabouts of Anni, who is from Burnley, is white, around
Police are appealing for anyone with dashcam footage that may be able to help them in an investigation into vehicle damage. Officers have been made aware of a number of vehicles being damaged in the Feniscowles area on July 7. A spokesperson
Rovers have unveiled a new grey away kit for the upcoming season. The kit, again manufactured by Umbro, was announced during an event at Blues Bar at Ewood Park for 1875 Club members. Summer signings Sam Gallagher and Stewart Downing were present
MEMBERS of a drug gang, headed by a Mr Big from Bolton, have been jailed for a total of 59 years after they were caught importing more than £15 million worth of cannabis from Spain. Scott Byrne arranged the movement of more than two and half tons
Millions of households could see their energy bills rocket by as much as £439 as hundreds of fixed-price deals come to an end in July, August and September, figures suggest. Customers who do not move to a cheaper deal will be automatically rolled
TWO people were taken to hospital after a crash. The crash happened in Rochdale Road, Edenfield, at around 6.30am on Thursday, July 18. It involved a Skoda Octavia and Vauxhall Astra which were travelling in opposite directions. The driver
Stanley have signed up three of their most promising youngsters to professional contracts. Lewis Gilboy, Matty Williams and Alex O’Neill have all signed pro deals with the club having come through the Academy system at the Wham Stadium. Liverpool-born
Police are growing concerned for the welfare of a 59-year-old man who is missing from his home. Alan Whitehead was last seen in the Burnley area at around 9am on Monday July 15. A police spokesperson said: "Alan is white, 5ft 9in tall, with short
A FEMALE drug addict picked up a needle and threw it at police officers who had attended because a member of the public was concerned for the woman's safety. Blackburn magistrates heard the woman, who shouted 'here, have it' before launching the
Severe traffic jams are expected on popular routes as many school terms end and the busiest summer getaway for five years begins. Some 13.4 million leisure trips are set to take place by car between Friday and Sunday, a survey by the RAC and traffic
AIR defence workers in East Lancashire look set to be at the heart of a new strategic defence agreement between the UK and Sweden. Defence Secretary Penny Mordaunt and her Swedish counterpart Peter Hultqvist have signed a memorandum of understanding
Drivers caught not wearing a seat belt face tougher punishments under Department for Transport (DfT) plans. Offenders in Britain could be handed penalty points in addition to a fine, meaning some may lose their licence for failing to buckle up.
THE school holidays are here so it’s time to get out and about with the family. One of the great pleasures of the summer is heading off on a picnic and we are so fortunate in East Lancashire to have so many wonderful places to choose from. We asked
Sam Hart is embracing his extended run in the side in pre-season, but could still be set for another loan spell away from Ewood Park. Signed from Liverpool in 2017, Hart hasn't made a competitive appearance for Rovers since December of that year
KNIFE crime in Lancashire rose by 33 per cent over the last year, the latest figures show. Nationally offences involving knives or sharp objects hit record high levels, with Barnardo's chief executive Javed Khan saying it was a disgrace the crisis
To mark the end of term, we asked for messages of thanks for primary school teachers who have made a big difference to you and your child. It's clear East Lancashire has some amazing teachers and we want to celebrate them as schools wind down
IT was a dark day for Darwen as the bombs dropped for the first time during the Second World War. The first image shows the damage done to Stansfield Street on October 19, 1940. It joined the likes of Alice Street, Police Street, near Hollins
AN investigation into a large waste fire on a fly-tipping and arson hotspot is continuing. The Environment Agency (EA) is looking into the cause of a large fire which took place at Hubbs House Farm, in Colne, on Monday. Several firefighters were
TWO men have denied murdering Blackburn father-of-eight Steven Thurston. Appearing at Preston Crown Court over a video link from Preston Prison, George Preshur 30, and Andrew Tait, 22, both of Keele Walk, Blackburn, spoke only to confirm their
SEAN McConville believes Stanley have never been in better shape - a fact epitomised by their friendly win over Marseille. The Reds winger scored the opener in the 2-1 win at the AJ Bell Stadium in Salford before being brought down for the penalty
A MAN who was barred from a Burnley pub tried to push his way past staff because he wanted to see his girlfriend who worked there. Blackburn magistrates heard Philip Richard Charles Bell was ejected by a customer and responded by throwing two pint
EXTRA safety inspections have been carried out on hundreds of bus shelters after the tragic death of a 67-year-old passenger in East Lancashire. Freda Mason leaned back and fell through a shelter where a pane of glass was missing, while waiting
FOOTBALLERS living with mental health problems and disabilities are set to benefit from new funding. Blackburn-based football team Blokes United, who helps those recovering from mental health and addiction problems, have been awarded a £6000 Grow
COLOURFUL new planters have been unveiled in Oswaldtwistle and Knuzden. Two planters have been installed at Rhyddings Street in Oswaldtwistle with another two on Windsor Road, Knuzden, after Oswaldtwistle councillors, Cllr Glen Harrison and Cllr
THE head of a secondary school whose pupils were moved eight miles frome one borough to another for class says the transfer is going well. Parents were angry when the the temporary closure of Oswaldtwistle’s Rhyddings Business and Enterprise School
DENTAL DILEMMAS – Dr Karim Rachidi from Synergy Dental Clinics helps with advice on dental problems Q. Does baking soda really help whiten teeth, and is it safe? A. It’s only natural to want to have whiter teeth. Especially when we start to notice
BOSSES at a school previously struggling to meet standards have been praised for turning things around. Ofsted inspectors judged St Luke and St Philips Church of England Primary School in Blackburn required improvements following an inspection
A woman whose mother died from Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) has helped to raise a whopping £1770 for the East Lancashire Hospice. Donna Campbell, 48, brought together friends and family to raise the funds for the hospice, which provided
When Shadsworth shopkeeper, Tom Hall, passed away peacefully in his sleep on June 8, his son, Jason, and daughter-in-law, Sue, said they would use any donations from well wishers to purchase a defibrillator for the shop. Mr Hall had served at the
The fourth round of the men's HSBC UK national circuit series Grand Prix took place on Tuesday evening. The event, which was held in Colne, saw several races starting early, such as the youth race which began at 6.30pm at the town's market cross
A SCHOOL extension to house PE equipment will allow bosses to expand kitchen space and prevent children being late back to lessons. Plans have been drawn up for the proposals at St James' Church of England primary school in Blackburn. And now
AN ESCAPE room is amongst the best in the world. As well as being voted the sixth best escape room globally, Lucardo Rawtenstall has been rated number one in the UK. They were given the crown by global community forum - EscapeTheRoomz, who compiled
THE homeless in a borough are still having difficulties accessing health services two years after concerns were first raised. Homeless people continue to experience barriers to register at GP services, according to a damning report by Healthwatch
A MAN accused of murder said he does not remember any of his actions on the night a father-of-four was killed and his son seriously injured. Sadaqat Ali, one of four men and a teenager accused of killing Blackburn man Sajed Choudry, said he was
CHORLEY boss Jamie Vermiglio is staying positive despite injury issues hitting his preparations for the new National League season. The Magpies put in a strong showing in their 2-0 defeat at home to Preston North End on Tuesday night with their
SIX drivers were caught by police exceeding 100mph on Lancashire’s roads last year up from four in 2017. Two of the 2018 offenders were doing 105mph in the 60 zone on the A59 Skipton Road. Three other drivers were recorded doing even higher
A FAMILY has paid tribute to a loving father who had just six days to say his farewells after finding out his cancer was terminal. Ronnie Proctor, 47, from Whitworth, was a popular employee at kitchen, bedroom and bathroom manufacturer J and J Ormerod
MORE than half of the north of England has a lower life expectancy than the worst area in the south of the country, a new regional health partnership said. Fresh analysis of Public Health England (PHE) data shows that in 66 per cent of areas in
THE government has moved towards introducing graduated driving licences for young motorists in a major success for the Lancashire Telegraph’s Wasted Lives campaign. The Department of Transport yesterday announced research into new restrictions
COUNCIL chiefs could investigate whether to set up Business Improvement Districts for Barnoldswick and Nelson. A report will go before Pendle Council’s policy and resources committee next week recommending members back proposals to carry out feasibility
POLICE and council bosses heard how cash to fund services for offenders has helped them reintegrate into society after leaving prison. Led by Blackburn with Darwen Council but operating across East Lancashire, the Reducing Reoffending scheme recognises
HUNDREDS of new houses could be built by Kingswood Homes in Blackburn. The firm has submitted a hybrid planning application with detailed plans for 155 homes, on land off Moorland Drive, but is asking Blackburn with Darwen Council for outline approval
POTENTIAL organ donors have been encouraged by NHS chiefs to come forward. The calls come after new figures show 30 people in Lancashire donated their organs after death last year. However 61 people in the county over the last five years have
TWO East Lancashire based short break services have been rated as 'good' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Burnley, Pendle and Rossendale Short Break Service and Hyndburn Short Break service were awarded the ratings following recent inspections
PROPOSALS have been revealed for 130 new homes in Briercliffe. Countryside Homes has submitted a planning application to Burnley Council proposing to develop land at Standen Hall Drive in the borough. The firm claims the development would will
PLANS have been lodged to build new homes on the site of a former pub ravaged by fire. In 2016, 30 firefighters had to be drafted in from across Lancashire to extinguish the fire at the former Bull and Butcher pub in Manchester Road, Burnley which
A GROUP of householders have raised a petition opposing the sale for housing of a green space which they fear could cause flooding. The residents fear that if the land off Bailey Street in Earby, known as Springfield, is developed it will put nearby
Rovers hope to make at least one addition before Sunday’s trip to Rangers – including a much sought after goalkeeper. Tony Mowbray told the Lancashire Telegraph Rovers will look to make two goalkeeping additions before the start of the season after
