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Reds bolster strike department as Knowles pens two-year deal
Jimmy Knowles is determined to prove himself in League Two after joining Stanley from Boston United on a two-year deal. The 22-year-old striker came through the ranks at Nottingham Forest and had a spell at Mansfield, making six appearances for
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Longelo completes Swindon move after 'wonderful' Stanley spell
Rosaire Longelo has joined Swindon Town on a free transfer following the expiry of his Stanley deal. Longelo had been offered fresh terms to remain with the Reds but decided to take on a new challenge. The former Newcastle and West Ham youngster
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Delays at busy Blackburn roundabout following crash
Police are warning of delays at a Blackburn roundabout following a crash. The incident happened earlier this afternoon (Wednesday) and whilst the road in not closed there may be delays for drivers on to the Whitebirk roundabout from the M65.
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Rovers confirm two more friendlies against League Two opposition
Rovers have announced two more friendlies against League Two opposition as part of their pre-season schedule. John Eustace’s men will face Tranmere Rovers in two 60-minute matches behind closed doors on Saturday, July 13. The squad will then
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Market Hall's dedicated 'food court' ditched by new Labour bosses
Proposals for a dedicated new 'food court' in the redeveloped Accrington Market Hall have been scrapped by Hyndburn Council's new Labour bosses. Its leader Cllr Munsif Dad said the scheme, a key part of the previous Conservative administration's
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Election candidates warned over fly-posting on bus shelters
A local authority has cautioned general election candidates and their agents over illegal fly-posting and graffiti in the lead-up to the forthcoming July 4 poll. Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council has issued a stern warning after reports of
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Man found guilty over sexual offences against children
A Blackburn man has been found guilty of committing sexual offences against three children. Haroon Lorgat, 33, of Edith Street, was found guilty of rape and assault following a seven-day trial at Burnley Court. DC Jason Wainwright said: “I
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Two boys, 13 and 14, appear in court charged over bus station fire
Two boys have appeared before magistrates charged with arson following a blaze at Burnley bus station on Monday. The boys, aged 14 and 13, who cannot be named for legal reasons, are charged with destroying by fire a double-decker bus belonging
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Former Rovers man leaves coaching role at Championship rivals
Stoke City have parted ways with former Rovers man Paul Gallagher ahead of the upcoming Championship campaign. Gallagher took up a coaching role with the Potters last summer and managed the first team on an interim basis before Steven Schumacher
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The 19 members of England's Euro squad who have played in the EFL
The Euros kick off in Germany on Friday and 19 of Gareth Southgate’s 26-man England squad have played EFL football at some point in their career. Luke Shaw, Declan Rice, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Kobbie Mainoo, Phil Foden, Bukayo Saka and Cole Palmer
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Joy for East Lancashire town after success in People's Postcode Lottery
Residents of an East Lancashire town are £1,000 richer following their success in the People's Postcode Lottery. The winning ticket on Tuesday (June 11) was in Nelson, and those with a ticket and a BB9 9HY postcode were awarded the prize in the
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Kids TV legend Paul Chuckle rallies for Marie Curie charity support
Comedy icon and charity ambassador Paul Chuckle is urging Morrisons staff in Lancashire to back a charity in an upcoming vote. Mr Chuckle, one half of the Chuckle brothers who starred in the beloved children's TV series Chucklevision, is asking
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'Remarkable feat' - EFL named highest attended league body in Europe
The EFL has become “the highest attended league body in Europe” after bringing more than 21million fans through the turnstiles over the past season. It is the highest total since the 1951/52 campaign following an 11 per cent rise compared to the
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Blackburn’s biggest England fan meets Rovers star Adam Wharton in Germany
A lifelong Blackburn Rovers fan and England supporter met up with Adam Wharton at the Euros in Germany. Paul Clegg has been a Rovers fan for 50 years and has followed England to four World Cups, and is back on the road this summer for Euro 2024
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Man charged over theft of knives from city centre store
Police have charged a man following a theft from a store in Preston City Centre. Officers were called at around 4pm on Monday, following reports that a suitcase and 33 knives had been stolen from TJ Hughes in the Fishergate Centre. A 41-year-old
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Sam Szmodics features against star-studded Portugal side
Sam Szmodics got the chance to test himself against the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Bernardo Silva and Bruno Fernandes as Ireland were beaten 3-0 by Portugal. Szmodics won his fourth cap on the international stage, playing 70 minutes before making
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Rescue teams thank public but share warning after pensioner injured
Rescue teams were called out to help an 85-year-old following one of two incidents near Pendle Hill. On Saturday morning the Rossendale and Pendle Mountain Rescue team said they were called by the Pendle Hillside Farm to reports a man had fallen
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Licensing tests in village plague by late night troubled up for review
Special licensing tests in a Ribble Valley village plagued by anti-social behaviour are set for review after five years. The measures require Whalley businesses to explain how proposed new bars, restaurants, clubs or takeaways would not add to
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Football yob who threatened and kicked out at fans cops banning order
A Wrexham FC supporting thug has been made subject to a five-year banning order following an incident after a match in Accrington. Blackburn Magistrates' Court heard Lewis Hallam was seen shouting abuse at Accrington Stanley fans, kicking out at
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The ‘best restaurant in East Lancs’ that beat Gordon Ramsay at awards
Two East Lancashire restaurants have been voted among the best in the UK after winning National Restaurant Awards. The awards celebrate the top 100 restaurants in the UK as voted for by the UK's leading chefs, restaurateurs and food writers.
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Town hotel extension refused over bedsit and disorder fears
The extension of a Blackburn town centre hotel into its ground floor, formerly home to a Turkish restaurant, has been refused planning permission. The refusal comes over fears it could become bedsit accommodation creating crime and disorder in
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Lancashire's best teacher could win £1,000 for their school
Nominations are open for Lancashire's best teacher, with £1000 up for grabs for the winning school. The digital collections platform, Collection Pot, has joined forces with Fun Kids Radio in hunting for top teachers in a UK-wide initiative.
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Chapel building last used as a nursery could become a community pub
A disused building which has previously been used as a chapel and a nursery could become a community pub under new plans. The Old Methodist Chapel in Whalley Road, Langho, has been vacant for more than a year having been converted into a nursery
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Pub to close for refurb this year – and new garden set to open before Euros
A Thwaites pub in Helmshore is undergoing a refurbishment this year as part of a six-figure investment. As well as a refurbished beer garden, The Station Hotel is set to close for a few weeks in autumn so renovations can be carried out internally
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Trial date set for man accused of historic sexual offences
A man is to stand trial accused of historic sexual offences against a girl aged under 14. Thomas Wilson, 53, appeared at Preston Crown Court on Monday (June 10) and entered not guilty pleas to eight counts of indecent assault against a girl under
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Woman receives £14,500 after dental practice caused disfigurement
A Lancashire woman has been handed a £14,500 settlement following a dental ordeal which caused 'long-lasting facial disfigurement'. Claire Shorrock, a 38-year-old teaching assistant and mother, was on the end of "multiple dental errors", ending
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Moorland farmhouse and barn replacement plan vetoed
Proposals to knock down a house and barn in a moorland village and replace them with two detached homes have been refused by planners. The scheme at the historic Cuckoldmans Farm, Roman Road in Hoddlesden above Darwen was put forward by Mr Oakes
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'We're dedicated to improving quality of life': Whitaker Park to be revamped
Rossendale Borough Council has made a funding application to enable a much-needed 'major facelift' to a play area in Rawtenstall. Whitaker Park play area will undergo the transformation once the funding is secured thanks to a partnership with
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School slips to requires improvement in first Ofsted since academy takeover
A school in Rawtenstall has been downgraded to ‘requires improvement’ by Ofsted in its first full inspection since becoming an academy. All Saints' Roman Catholic High School has been rated as requires improvement, after an inspection in June.
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The ‘best restaurant in East Lancs’ that beat Gordon Ramsay at awards
Two East Lancashire restaurants have been voted among the best in the UK after winning National Restaurant Awards. The awards celebrate the top 100 restaurants in the UK as voted for by the UK's leading chefs, restaurateurs and food writers.
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Tributes paid to Blackburn man who was ‘unsung hero’ after 9/11 tragedy
The friend of a Blackburn man, who has died aged 95, has paid tribute to him and shared some of the memories of their time together. Ken Roberts died on May 26, in Blackburn Hospital. According to his friend, and former Lancashire Evening Telegraph
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'It will be ideal for students': Blackburn College announces ASDA partnership
A college in East Lancashire has partnered with a supermarket giant to boost their 'Supported Internship' offer, with a one-year placement in the town's store. Blackburn College, recently named as the third-best college in England, has extended
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Man to be sentenced after admitting offence of dangerous driving
A man is to be sentenced after admitting an offence of dangerous driving. Amir Khan, 30, also pleaded guilty to possessing heroin and crack cocaine with intent to supply. The offences took place in Burnley on November 14, 2021, with the dangerous
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MARTIN FURBER: Perfect the art of active listening
I often talk about phrases which get bandied around, that are not particularly helpful. Here’s one I do like. ‘A good listener is never without friends.’ When it comes to helping our friends, families or colleagues who may be struggling with their
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Free cricket coaching session for Lancashire children
Children from across Lancashire have enjoyed a free cricket training session courtesy of a local estate agent. Facilitated by Pendle Hill Properties at Padiham Cricket Club, last Friday's (June 7) event involved Year 3 children catching, throwing
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Palladium at Mill Hill pictured shortly after it closed for good
Over the years East Lancashire has lost many of its ‘picture houses’. Taken in 1962, this photo shows the Palladium Cinema at Mill Hill which had recently closed. Palladium Cinema, Mill Hill, 1962 The cinema, at the corner of New Chapel
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East Lancashire - how the 2024 election battleground shapes up
East Lancashire's six Parliamentary constituencies are a key battleground in July 4's General Election, and are seen as a key indicator in every national poll as to which way the political wind is blowing. Hyndburn, Rossendale and Darwen, and Pendle