AN investigation into suspected illegal dog breeding has seen 101 dogs removed from houses in Greater Manchester. The 101 dachshunds were removed from households suspected of selling dogs without a licence. Warrants were executed at nine properties
A MAN was attacked with a hammer and an axe in what police described as a shocking attack. Detectives have issued a witness appeal following the aggravated burglary at a house in Talbot Street, Rishton, and are keen to speak to a dog walker who
A GROUP of inspirational girls from Blackburn Youth Zone were presented with an award by HRH the Duke of Sussex. The Strong Sisters were recognised nationally as being the leaders of tomorrow, as they were presented with the award for Health and
Corry Evans says Northern Ireland boss Michael O’Neill has ‘helped make dreams come true’ ahead of tomorrow’s game with Germany. Northern Ireland are assured of a play-off spot in their bid to qualify for Euro 2020 no matter what the result in
AS the National Lottery celebrates 25 years of making millionaires this week, Geoff Bennette reveals how his life has changed since scooping more than £3m. Mr Bennette, from Rishton, won £3,530,707 on June 18, 2011. Since then, the 70-year-old
POLICE patrolling on the M65 near junction seven at Clayton-le-Moors saw a man on the central reservation carrying a car bumper and a Jaguar half way up the embankment. Blackburn magistrates heard the driver, who admitted driving from Blackpool
FOUR more people been charged in connection with an undercover investigation into organised crime in East Lancashire. On Saturday, the Lancashire Telegraph reported Amar Ahmed Hussain, 28, of Higher Antley Street, Accrington, Jacob Stanley Fisher
NELSON boss Andy Harrison says you are only as good as the coaches you surround yourself with. The Admirals boss insists it is ‘we’ rather than ‘me’ when it comes to trying to turn the fortunes around at Victoria Park – affectionately known as Little
Police are appealing for help to reunite the family of a woman who died after going missing, with her coat. Christine Clarke's body was found in the Leeds Liverpool Canal close to Frederick's Ice Cream shop, Chorley, on Sunday November 10, after
Timi Sobowale’s trial spell with Rovers now at an end - with uncertainty surrounding his long-term future. The 17-year-old is on the books at Manchester City but spent two weeks with Rovers, featuring in two Under-23s fixtures. Sobowale first
Morrisons will sell food past its best before date at a lower price to help reduce waste. The supermarket will roll out boxes of food including fruit and veg, and also items from the bakery, and deli, on offer for £3.09 from tomorrow. Partnered
Police are asking residents to remain vigilant and lock their doors after seeing an increase in burglaries. Officers in Rossendale have said in the majority of incidents, which have taken place in Edenfield, properties have been accessed by thieves
Nick Pope insists he isn’t getting caught up in talk about challenging to be England’s No.1 after his first international start against Kosovo. The Burnley goalkeeper made his full debut in the final Euro 2020 qualifier in Pristina as Gareth Southgate
BBC DIY SOS will hold a thanksgiving service tonight at St Silas' Church in Blackburn in the wake of last week's Children in Need Special. The former Blackburn Day School and Sunday School, built in 1834 to nurture young people, has been given
Keith Curle praised the mental strength of Rovers youngster Scott Wharton as he signed off a difficult week with two goals for loan club Northampton Town. Wharton scored twice in the Cobblers’ win over Crewe Alexandra that moved them in to the
A leak which left several people with little or no water this morning has been fixed. A burst water main on Derby Street was reported to United Utilities at around 6.45am. Engineers were sent to the scene in the morning and the issue has now
A COMMUNITY group which clears mountains of rubbish off the streets has passed an amazing milestone. Keep Blackburn Tidy was set up in May 2018 by friends Heidi Pugh, Michelle Baker and Tracey Padia. Blackburn with Darwen Council recently celebrated
A MAN who was being arrested grabbed a police officer by his private parts and twisted and squeezed them. Blackburn magistrates heard Abdul Muhith refused to let go even when the officer punched him in the face. But he released his grip after
LAST night saw the return of I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here to ITV screens. The celebrities including soccer star Ian Wright were flown into their jungle camp after completing an introductory series of tasks. But back in 2014 it was another
A PUB company is clearing up a popular Darwen watering hole that was 'left in an unfit state by the previous tenant' to get it ready for re-opening. Rumours have been circulating on social media after the Golden Cup shut suddenly last week.
BURNLEY midfielder Jeff Hendrick says the Republic of Ireland team are well aware of the gravity of their crucial Euro 2020 qualifier with Denmark. Ireland will be hoping they can do enough to secure the win in the Group D clash in Dublin tonight
To celebrate Lancashire Day on November 27, a special community celebration event is being held. Lancashire Adult Learning (LAL) is preparing its largest day of activities yet to celebrate everything that is great about the Red Rose County. The
A fire that raged through a family's kitchen, destroying most of the house, has left them with the prospect of being without a home over Christmas. Single mum, Toni, was at work when she got the call from a neighbour to tell her that her Colne home
AN estate agent has been named as the prospective new tenant for the former Darwen Job Centre. The decision by Duckworth’s to take on the prominent Bury Street site has met with cross-party support. Bosses at the 152-year-old firm, which intends
A GP surgery has improved but some concerns still remain, according to a new report. Last year, The Umar Medical Centre in Lime Street in Blackburn, was rated as inadequate by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Now renamed as Olive Medical
A SERIAL sex fiend - involved in child sex related offences for 20 years - has been jailed once more. Detectives had been keeping convicted paedophile Paul Emsley under observation, as a registered sex offender, when an officer visited him at a
COUNCIL highways bosses have blamed reckless drivers for the high level of serious injuries and deaths on East Lancashire’s roads. They spoke out after charity Brake highlighted Department for Transport statistics showing the continuing high toll
A CREATIVE law student explains how she uses a fruit-based ink to create realistic-looking tattoos. Raisham Qazi from Blackburn draws impressive rose designs with red stains to replicate tattoos. Using jagua ink which is dark black or with
A NEW rural super-parish has been launched covering three country churches. And its first rector is delighted to be returning the East Lancashire, The new Church of England Bowland Benefice combines the congregations of St. Ambrose in Grindleton
BLACKBURN Youth Zone is celebrating this month after local housebuilder Miller Homes donated £500 to the Youth Zone. Miller Homes is always looking for ways to support the communities surrounding its developments and Blackburn Youth Zone is just
TAKING his three children to school every day has landed an unemployed dad a job on a building site. Former sandblaster James Hawkes, 27, walked past the next door development of 10 supported-living bungalows each weekday. He started chatting
Billy Barr hopes a busy period of games will provide the club’s youngsters with the perfect chance to push their claims for first-team involvement. Barr felt it was an opportunity missed to impress boss Tony Mowbray as his Under-23s side underperformed
