Archive
-
Date
Body found in search for man who was been missing for more than two weeks
A body has been found in the search for a Morecambe man who had been missing for more than two weeks. Carl Joy, 62, had been missing since August 23. Officers were called at around 10am today (September 11), to the towpath of the Lancaster
-
Date
Daily pill could help relieve snoring during the night, study suggests
An epilepsy drug could help those with sleep apnoea relieve their symptoms which includes loud snoring. A new study presented at the European Respiratory Society congress in Vienna found that patients given the drug sulthiame saw a reduction in
-
Date
Police dog found man who fled police after 3KG of cocaine found in car on M61
A police dog helped track down a man who ran away from police, after 3kg of cocaine was found in car on the M61. Thanks to police dog Rufus, a 57-year-old man from Liverpool was arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply class A
-
Date
16-year-old dies and two others are in hospital after horror crash
A 16-year-old boy has died in hospital after a horror crash in Preston. The teenager suffered serious injuries after the crash last night (September 10). At around 11pm yesterday, the emergency services were called to Chain Caul Way, between
-
Date
Fleck reveals McFadzean help while searching for new club
John Fleck has revealed that Kyle McFadzean helped him build up his fitness over the summer after a frustrating spell out injured. Fleck spent the second half of last season at Ewood Park on a short-term deal but picked up a shin issue 20 minutes
-
Date
New 'rare' Glowberry Prime that's 'spooky good' spotted in Iceland
Bottles of the recently released, new-look "rare" Glowberry Prime have been spotted at Iceland stores in the UK. Prime Hydration is available in a variety of different flavours in the UK including Lemon Lime, Meta Moon, Ice Pop and Tropical Punch
-
Date
Watch: Ruth Jones discusses Gavin and Stacey spoilers with fans while filming
Ruth Jones has been filmed jokingly mocking Gavin and Stacey superfans for asking if there will be more episodes - despite the special being called 'The Finale'. Claire Wheatley was waiting outside a cordon on Barry Island promenade in South Wales
-
Date
Heinz confirms 'best baked beans on the market' have been discontinued
Heinz has confirmed one of its baked beans products, labelled by fans as the "best on the market", has been discontinued. Heinz is known for a range of different products including various sauces, soups and baked beans. The latest edition to
-
Date
Next steps for demolition of shopping centre and plan for traders to be discussed
Next steps to demolish Nelson’s Pendle Rise shopping centre and relocate businesses will be discussed this week. Nelson Town Deal Board will also address the government demand that all town boards publish clear information about different board
-
Date
Former Rovers man Lee Carsley on start to life as England boss
Former Rovers midfielder Lee Carsley has opened up about his first few weeks as interim England boss. Carsley was named as Gareth Southgate’s successor after guiding the Under-21 side to a first European Championship since 1984. He has kicked off
-
Date
All the best pictures from the World Black Pudding Throwing Championships
The World Black Pudding Throwing Championships were back in Ramsbottom this weekend (Sunday, 8 September). Regardless of the rainy weather, contenders and spectators gathered outside The Oaks pub on Bridge Street to see the traditional annual contest
-
Date
Cyclist killed when he was thrown from his bike believed to have hit manhole
A manhole cover was at the centre of a road accident in Chorley in which an elderly cyclist was killed, the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS) understands. An appeal issued by Lancashire Police for witnesses to the incident – which happened
-
Date
Horror crash leaves three teenagers seriously injured
Three teenagers have suffered serious injuries following a horror crash in Preston. Emergency services were called at 10.55pm yesterday to Chain Caul Way between Leeward Road and Nile Close following the incident. Officers said an Audi A3 Sport
-
Date
Ex-Stanley man Mangan's shock Real Madrid move 'off' due to work permit
Former Stanley man Andy Mangan’s shock move to Real Madrid is reportedly off after his work permit was rejected. Mangan had been set to join the coaching staff at the Santiago Bernabeu, having worked alongside Carlo Ancelotti’s son, Davide, while
-
Date
Tragic death of baby left home alone for 8 hours while mum went to work as a nurse
A mother has been jailed for three years following the tragic death of her eight-week-old baby who had been left home alone while she went to work as a nurse. Joshua Akerele died on December 20, 2022 after being left alone for eight hours.
-
Date
Three arrests after £260 worth of items stolen from shopping centre
Police have arrested three men following a burglary at Charter Walk Shopping Centre in Burnley. Officers were called to the shopping centre on yesterday (Tuesday) after reports that household items, disposable BBQs, tins of chocolates and energy
-
Date
Man charged following meats thefts from Asda store
Police have charged a man with theft after around £100 worth of meat products were taken from a supermarket Officers were called to the Asda store in Chorley last Friday and a 37-year-old man was arrested. Police said Adam Larkin, of Lyons
-
Date
Coronation Street favourite reveals return to ITV soap after lengthy absence
A Coronation Street favourite has revealed her return to the famous cobbles. Sair Khan, who plays Alya Nazir in the ITV soap, has announced her return to work following the birth of her first child. The 36-year-old actress took to her Instagram
-
Date
Millions warned they could be paying too much tax - how to check your tax code
Navigating the intricacies of tax codes can be a daunting task for many employees. Your tax code determines how much income tax is deducted from your salary, and even a minor error could leave you paying more than your fair share—or not enough,
-
Date
Police called to Nando's as diners concerned about behaviour of man in charge of baby
Police were called by members of the public concerned about the behaviour of a man in charge of a six or seven month old baby. Blackburn magistrates heard Aqeel Ahmed who left a restaurant on several occasions leaving the child unattended was found
-
Date
Stolen caravan tracked down within minutes of being stolen
A stolen caravan was intercepted by officers within minutes of being stolen. Following a call from a member of the public the caravan was recovered within a short period of time after it was stolen from Saint Michael's on Wyre overnight. Road
-
Date
Trouble in your closets? Declutter for a cause
This September, Lancastrians are being urged to declutter their closets to improve children’s cancer survival rates. The plea comes as part of the ‘Give Up Clothes for Good’ campaign run by TK Maxx in association with Cancer Research UK for Children
-
Date
Record number of appeals for school places in Blackburn with Darwen - this is why
Record numbers of appeals over school place applications in a borough are down to high birth rates for some year groups, the council has said. Blackburn with Darwen Council said it recognised the national challenges around school places but had
-
Date
'Powerful and moving' Pals statue will commemorate Battle of the Somme sacrifice
THE final completion of the revamped Accrington Pals Memorial Garden will be marked later this month with the unveiling of a specially-created new sculpture. The event will take place at 10.30am on Saturday September 21 and is open to all members
-
Date
New bid for food packaging factory to become bedsits approved
A FORMER food packaging factory is to be turned into bedsits at the second time of asking. A previous planning application by Dean Hussain Raj Investments Ltd to convert the vacant premises at 25 to 27 Cobden Street, Burnley, was refused in August
-
Date
Trial date set for man over assault and affray charges
A man will stand trial next year after denying assault and affray. Anthony Gibson, 37, did plead guilty to possessing a bladed article, but denied two counts of assault by beating and a single count of affray. Gibson, of Union Road, Oswaldtwistle
-
Date
International students brought in £108m for East Lancashire authorities last year
Two East Lancashire towns' international students "added much-needed resources to the local economy" with both receiving millions of pounds, according to new data from London Economics. Studies conducted by the research and analysis company revealed
-
Date
Ex-copper excited to resume public service as new seat's first MP
NEW Labour MP Jonathan Hinder can rely on a perfect source of information on what is going on in his constituency - his mother Sue. As the former copper patrols his new Westminster beat he knows she will give him the inside knowledge on the happenings
-
Date
College's new football facilities vital for county's athletes, manager says
New football facilities at Burnley College will play a vital role in shaping the next generation of sportspeople in the county, according to Burnley FC manager Scott Parker. The former England midfielder, who took charge of the Clarets earlier
-
Date
More than 650 children and young people 'parented' by council
BLACKBURN with Darwen Council is currently responsible for looking after more than 650 children and young people. As of June 30, it oversaw the welfare of 334 children in local authority care and another 344 who had recently left care. The
-
Date
Theatres reopen doors following £3.5m renovations
Three historic theatres in Colne’s newly-formed Heritage Quarter have reopened their doors to the public. The Muni Theatre, Pendle Hippodrome and The Little Theatre have been closed for refurbishment and restoration work to be carried out to
-
Date
‘It’s a real shame’ - Historic pub to close as brewery decides to sell venue
A historic pub in Nelson, believed to have given the town its name, is set to close in October after a brewery put it up for sale. The Lord Nelson, on Manchester Road, is set to close its doors on October 2. After that, its future is uncertain
-
Date
John Eustace has three Blackburn Rovers dilemmas after transfer flurry
Blackburn Rovers return to Championship action this weekend and John Eustace has some tough decisions to make. That's exactly what the Rovers head coach was crying out for before a late flurry to end the transfer window. He wanted competition in
-
Date
First look as opening date for East Lancs' first Taco Bell revealed
Pictures have been released as the opening date for a Taco Bell restaurant in Burnley is revealed. Taco Bell is set to open at the Pioneer Place, in Charter Walk shopping centre, on Monday, September 16. It is the first Taco Bell to open its
-
Date
MARTIN FURBER: Battling the post-holiday blues
So, the last bank holiday is out of the way until December, the kids are back in school, and the days are becoming notably shorter as autumn approaches. It's natural to feel a shift in our moods as our routines alter. It can also be a time to reflect
-
Date
Every crime in Blackburn with Darwen in July mapped
Blackburn with Darwen’s crime rate dropped for the first time in more than three months in July, figures show. Data from police.uk shows there were 1,634 recorded crimes in the borough in July, a drop of around five per cent from the 1,727 crimes
-
Date
Number of safeguarding concerns in borough last year revealed in new figures
Hundreds of new safeguarding concerns were investigated in adult social care in Blackburn with Darwen last year, figures show. Figures from NHS England show new enquiries were raised around 460 times about adults in social care in the borough.
-
Date
New battery disposal warning after another council tip fire
A NEW warning has been issued about disposing of rechargeable batteries after one caused the latest in a series of fires at Lancashire's municipal tips. On Sunday a 'dead battery' spontaneously combusted at Lytham Household Waste Recycling Centre
-
Date
Volunteers aged 12 to 93 enjoy hot pot supper and celebration in their honour
VOLUNTEERS aged 12 to 93 from across Lancashire have been recognised for their efforts at a special celebration evening. The individuals from the Lancashire Volunteer Partnership attended a hotpot supper and celebration event at County Hall.
-
Date
The Lancashire university that is rated one of the best in the country
A Lancashire university continues to excel as students return - retaining its eleventh place in the University Guide rankings released by The Guardian. Lancaster University, which runs courses at Blackburn College, scored 73.5 - which places
-
Date
16-year-old 'overwhelmed' with response to first talk show
A 16-year-old launched her own talk show which aims to celebrate the best of Blackburn and Darwen, as well as tackle issues affecting all communities in the borough. Aleeza Isa, who co-hosted the 1V Awards Dinner last year, joined special guests
-
Date
Man posting videos of mosque-goers 'spoken to' by police
A man accused of ‘videoing mosque-goers’ in Blackburn has apologised after concerns were raised by members of the community. A YouTuber, from Blackburn, had been spotted by people outside or near to mosques. Concerns were raised with people
-
Date
Reds leave it late to secure point in Central League Cup opener
Alex Henderson and Billy Crellin were among those who got minutes under their belt as Stanley kicked off the Central League Cup with a 1-1 draw against Bolton Wanderers. Joe Toole’s volley looked to have secured all three points for Bolton until
-
Date
Bet on tonight’s Cash4Life - chance to win £1,000 A DAY for 20 years*
Just imagine, £1,000 lands into your bank account - each and every day for 20 years*! It might seem too good to be true but this incredible dream could become a reality if you win with a bet on one of America's favourite lotteries. LottoGo.com
