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'Illegal' quad bike seized after complaints from residents
Officers have seized a quad bike in Burnley after complaints from members of the public. Police said the bike was confiscated in the Daneshouse with Stoneyholme area this evening. A police spokesperson said: "Officers were passed information
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Queen guitarist Sir Brian May says he suffered a stroke
Queen guitarist Brian May has revealed he suffered a "minor stroke", revealing the news in a video posted on his YouTube account and website this morning (September 4). However, despite his "little health hiccup" the 77-year-old shared he can still
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Freeview and Sky TV channel removed suddenly after only 5 months
A Freeview and Sky TV channel has been shut down after being launched just five months ago. Great! Real debuted on March 20, 2024 with the channel dedicated to dramatic and factual narratives focused on real individuals and occurrences. The
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EastEnders fans are 'so glad' this 'notorious' character is returning this year
Ahead of its 40th anniversary, EastEnders is set to welcome back another “notorious” resident three years since they left Albert Square and fans are “so glad”. The BBC has announced Louisa Lytton will reprise the role of Ruby Allen for a “prolonged
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Appeal for witnesses after two suffer stab wounds
Police are appealing for witnesses after two people suffered stab wounds in a Blackpool. The incident happened at around 6am today (Wednesday) on Watson Road, close to St Annes Road. Officers said they are making enquiries and attempting to
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Oasis announce 2 extra UK shows and new ticketing process for fans who missed out
Oasis have added two more dates to its UK and Ireland tour after tickets recently sold out for the gigs. Following the sellout, Oasis has announced two more Oasis dates to be played at Wembley Stadium. Taking to X to share the update with fans
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Paralympics pride as defeated duo bow out
FLISS Pickard and Megan Shackleton have missed out on a Paralympics Games medal in their respective individual events after being knocked out at the quarter final stages - but both said they were proud of their efforts. Pickard, 30, from Burnley
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Gestede's verdict on Rovers' business after late flurry of signings
Rudy Gestede has explained the thinking behind Rovers’ transfer business in the final stages of the window. Todd Cantwell, Owen Beck, Lewis Baker, Balazs Toth and Amario Cozier-Duberry all arrived at Ewood Park before the deadline. The likes
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Police reopen major route after 'concern for welfare'
A major route into and out of Preston has been reopened after it was closed this afternoon over 'a concern for welfare'. The A6 London Way, Walton-Le-Dale near the roundabout with B6230 Hennel Lane was shut by police. A police spokesperson
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Update issued after woman injured falling 30-feet from Blackpool pier
Structural surveys of the decking of all three of Blackpool’s piers have now been completed following an incident last month when a woman fell around 30 feet from Central Pier. The surveys have been carried out by the Blackpool Pier Company Ltd
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Man charged over burglaries where cash and alcohol were taken
Police have charged a man over two burglaries at properties in Accrington. Officers said on Wednesday 13 March, police were called to reports of a man trespassing inside a garden shed on Winchester Avenue. Bottles of spirits to the value of £50
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LOAN WATCH: Rovers youngsters on opposing sides in League One
Rovers have a number of players currently out on loan in the Football League and non-league pyramid. We have taken a loot at how they are getting on for their respective clubs. Two loanees were on opposing sides in League One last weekend as Bristol
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Police issue update ahead of 'Radio 2 In the Park'
Police have issued advice to festival goers as Radio 2 in the Park heads to Preston this weekend. Glorious weather is set to greet visitors to Lancashire for a change as the festival takes place at Moor Park from Friday through to Sunday. Police
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East Lancashire to bask in glorious sunshine this weekend
After one of the coldest summers on record, the UK is set to bask in sunshine later this week – but will Lancashire be as lucky? As high pressure brings with it warmer, drier spells in the north of England, Lancashire is expected to see temperatures
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Shock pictures show aftermath of crash involving bus and car in Blackburn
Pictures have emerged after a crash took place in Blackburn on Tuesday (September 2). Yesterday afternoon, there were reports of a crash on Windsor Road, at the junction of Blackburn Road. The Blackburn Bus Company said it is investigating
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The Rovers players to keep an eye on during international break
A number of Rovers players could be in action for their respective nations during the international break. Arnor Sigurdsson will be hoping to play a part as Iceland kick off their Nations League campaign with a home fixture against Montenegro on
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Chorley based anti-social behaviour initiative hailed a success
The Police and Crime Commissioner for Lancashire, Clive Grunshaw, recently visited the Operation Prosper project in Chorley addressing concerns around anti-social behaviour. Operated by Chorley Council in collaboration with Preston North End Community
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Mother desperate to reunite her son with toy lion he can't sleep without
A Blackburn boy has lost his beloved toy lion and his mother is desperately hoping the community can help her find it. Like most children, Henry Taylor was attached to his cuddly toy lion from the moment it was given to him. Without it, Henry
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Nazi graffiti scrawled across Radio 2 in the Park fencing 'a thump in chest'
A member of Preston’s Jewish community says it was like receiving a “thump in the chest” when she saw Nazi graffiti had been scrawled on the fencing surrounding the site of the Radio 2 In The Park event in Preston. Lancashire Police has launched
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Fire crews attended two domestic fires with one casualty suffering slight burns
Firefighters have dealt with two domestic property fires, with one casualty suffering burns to both hands. Crews at Burnley and Accrington fire were called to two separate incidents last night to deal with small fires. One fire engine from
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Stanley slip to defeat in opening Trophy pool game
Ash Hunter scored his first Accrington Stanley goal but the Reds were undone by two quickfire Stockport County goals in their opening Group A game in the Bristol Street Motors Trophy, eventually losing 4-1. Summer signing Hunter gave the Reds an
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Blackburn plastic factory engulfed in flames in repeat occurence
Fire crews tackled yet another blaze at Blackburn’s infamous former plastics site. Crews attended the V10 plastic polymer site at 10:54pm on September 3 with four fire engines on the scene. Firefighters extinguished a fire involving a large
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How much will your state pension increase by next year?
Pension payments could rise by more than £400 a year from April, reports have suggested. According to the reports, the Treasury’s internal working calculations would see the pension payments boosted as a result of the triple lock. Under the
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Terms of far-right bomb hoaxer's long-term sentence revealed
The extensive restrictions that will be placed on a far-right extremist who called hoax bomb threats at hotels housing migrants have been revealed. The National Crime Agency has published its latest list of ancillary orders, used to support the
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Decaying vacant pub to shop plan revival bid despite council veto
An appeal has been lodged against the rejection of proposals to turn a decaying empty pub building into a shop and first-floor flat. In May, council planners refused Umer Zubair's application for planning permission to convert The Swan public house
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Sentence date set for man who admitted cocaine possession
A man has pleaded guilty to possessing cocaine with intent to supply. Jabbran Munir, 35, appeared at Burnley Crown Court on Monday (September 2) where he entered a guilty plea to possession with intent to supply. Munir, of Higher Antley Street
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Veteran teacher faces hearing over alleged 'sexual' actions towards pupil
A misconduct hearing of a long-serving Lancashire teacher accused of actions of a sexual nature towards a pupil has begun. Simon Mumford was the head of physics at Clitheroe Royal Grammar School between September 2013 and July 2023. A teacher
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Ex-Corrie star coming home to Blackburn for next big acting performance
Former Coronation Street star, Alex Bain, is preparing to swap the cobbles for the stage when he takes part in a Blackburn pantomime this year. Alex, who recently left ITV soap after 15 years, says he is excited to play Dandini in Cinderella, at
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Preston's sole fine dining restaurant earns prestigious spot in Good Food Guide
Preston's Aven Restaurant has been included in the esteemed Good Food Guide, just a year after opening. This marks yet another remarkable accomplishment for the city's only fine dining venue, following its receipt of three AA Rosettes and a mention
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Longridge dance studio improving children's performance with new rennovations
A Longridge dance studio has undergone major renovations which hope to bring huge benefits to children’s performance. King's Dance Academy opened on Zoom in 2020 and their online dance sessions acted as a crucial way to keep children entertained
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Primary school active travel scheme sees numbers involved rise
A scheme to get more children walking or wheeling to school has been hailed a success as the number of primaries taking part has almost doubled. In January Blackburn with Darwen Council launched the ‘WOW’ project, which is run by charity Living
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Children's audiology manager recognised for 'dedication and compassion'
A paediatric audiology manager has been recognised for her dedication and compassion after receiving an award. Andrea Curren, the departmental lead for paediatric audiology for the team at the St Peter’s Centre in Burnley, was presented with the
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Bakery which supported people during lockdown nominated for Best Bakery 2024
A Darwen bakery which grew after supporting people during covid has been nominated for the Lancashire Telegraph’s Best Bakery 2024. The Crown and Thistle, on Blackburn Road, is owned by Julie and Morteza Zabhi and opened in 2021 after finding that
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Charity 'overwhelmed' at response to picnic in the park
Glorious weather greeted picnic-goers at a special event in a Blackburn park. Charity IMO hosted ‘Picnic in the Park’ at Queen's Park which aimed to bring together a thousand people from different communities. The event featured wall climbing
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Five people to face trial after denying causing £500k damage at Barclays bank
Five people who stand accused of defacing the Burnley branch of Barclays bank will go to trial next year after pleading not guilty. The group denied causing £500,000 worth of criminal damage to windows and signage at the bank in St James' Street
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'One suicide is one too many' - Services that can help across East Lancashire
Next week, 10th, September is World Suicide Prevention Day. It’s a subject I touch upon every few months in this column, with good reason. Lancashire has the 3rd highest suicide rate in the country. There are approximately 3 times as many deaths
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Trial date set for man after he denies dangerous driving
A man will stand trial next year after denying causing serious injury by dangerous driving. Usman Rasul, 32, also entered not guilty pleas to failing to stop at the scene of an accident, failing to report an accident, driving without insurance
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Man arrested for attacking wife offered police £3,000 if they let him go
A woman fled from her house shouting that her husband had a knife and asking a neighbour to call the police. Blackburn magistrates heard that when he was arrested, Mark Ackers offered the police officers £2,000 each to let him go and then upped
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Legendary DJ ‘saves the day’ by taking over radio waves at Lancs hospital
A legendary DJ ‘saved the day’ on Tuesday (September 3) by covering a radio slot at Royal Preston Hospital. Richie Anderson hosted the 7.30-8.30am slot at Royal Preston Hospital Radio. Afterwards, he spoke to Scott Mills on the Radio 2 Breakfast
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Railway career hopefuls visit Northern's largest maintenance depot
College students looking for a career in the railway industry visited one of Northern’s largest maintenance depots and helped to improve an East Lancs station. Students on the eight-week Level 2 NVQ Railway Maintenance Course at Accrington & Rossendale
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Burnley Paralympian Gregg Stevenson set to top GB Instagram earnings
Burnley Paralympian, Gregg Stevenson, is predicted to be Team GB's top earner due to his powerful social media presence. This revelation comes from a study that has found Paralympians, despite often facing a notable prize money gap compared to
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Woman starts school uniform exchange after son’s PE kit racks up £140 bill
A woman started a school uniform exchange in Colne after her son’s eye-watering PE kit bill - and she says it has been a lifeline for many parents amid the cost of living crisis. Michaela Wilson started the Pendle In And Out Of School Project,
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Drunk man put police officer in headlock - and assaulted her colleague
A female police officer was put in a headlock by a drunken man who had been causing trouble outside two Accrington pubs. Blackburn magistrates heard the officer's female colleague was also assaulted by Krzysztof Szczepankowski who was eventually
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Historic pool reopens after £600,000 facelift
A historic pool has reopened to the public after a £600,000 refurbishment. Brinscall Pool, which is more than 100 years old, is introducing a phased reopening following an investment by Chorley Council. Instructor-led sessions such as school
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Blackburn Rovers state of play, EFL squad rules and available free agents
Blackburn Rovers remain able to sign free agents despite the closure of the transfer window, though John Eustace had intimated he's happy with his squad. Rovers added 10 additions to bolster their ranks this summer and, barring any serious injuries
