Blackburn with Darwen news

• Britain’s Got Talent semi-finals gets a shake-up with big rule change

  16-04-2025 14:56 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Britain’s Got Talent will send performers straight to the grand finale during the live semi-final shows with a golden buzzer.
  
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• More flats approved for detached house on town centre edge

  15-12-2025 14:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Two more flats can be added to a detached house on the edge of Blackburn town centre
  
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• Two accused of murdering Bacup model appear in court for pleas

  15-12-2025 13:30 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  A man and a woman accused of murdering Bacup man Luke Harden have appeared in court for a plea hearing.
  
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• Blackburn Rovers' transfer plan revealed after unexpected blow

  15-12-2025 13:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Blackburn Rovers will act in the January transfer window after losing Ryan Alebiosu
  
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• Two spotted by police on M6 charged over alleged drugs offences

  15-12-2025 12:55 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Officers said they spotted a blue Toyota Auris acting suspiciously when it exited the M6 at Junction 31.
  
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• Jail for man who shouted 'I will kill you' and stabbed neighbour in the neck

  15-12-2025 12:37 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Mark Conroy had earlier pleaded guilty to the incident which happened in the early hours of Friday, July, 31.
  
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• Portsmouth boss identifies key moment Blackburn Rovers match turned

  15-12-2025 11:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Reaction from the Portsmouth boss after a big win at Fratton Park
  
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• Heavy rain forecast all day as weather warning remains in place

  15-12-2025 10:37 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  A weather warning for heavy rain remains in place in Blackburn and across East Lancashire today,
  
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• Driver arrested after pedestrian seriously hurt

  15-12-2025 08:54 via bbc.com
  The man, in his 70s, is in a critical condition in hospital after the crash on Saturday, say police.
  
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• Council backs extra £4.5m spend on listed building

  15-12-2025 07:32 via bbc.com
  The local council approves new total of £13.5m to restore listed entertainment venue.
  
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• Changes to £5m mosque access set for approval

  15-12-2025 07:30 via bbc.com
  Blackburn with Darwen councillors are to be asked to approve changes to the mosque's entrance.
  
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• College students win ten medals in national skills competition

  15-12-2025 07:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Ten Burnley College students won medals at the WorldSkills UK finals, marking the college’s strongest performance to date
  
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• Solar farm the size of 100 football pitches in Lancashire approved

  15-12-2025 06:30 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  A solar farm the size of almost 100 football pitches and capable of powering 14,000 homes is to be installed in Lancashire farmland.
  
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• Prize-winning haul for butchers ahead of first Christmas without stalwart

  15-12-2025 06:16 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  An East Lancashire butcher's has presented a new trophy at a recent livestock showcase in a bittersweet moment for the family business.
  
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• Your chance to have your name displayed on air ambulance helicopter

  15-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  The North West Air Ambulance Charity has launched a Christmas campaign offering supporters the chance to have a name displayed on a helicopter.
  
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• Woman jailed for pretending to be 91-year-old's granddaughter to steal purse

  15-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  A Nelson woman who pretended to be the daughter of a 91-year-old before stealing her purse has been jailed.
  
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• Warden scheme operating hours extended in town centre boost

  15-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Burnley Business Improvement District (BID) and Burnley Council are extending the operating hours of the town warden scheme.
  
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• Valerien Ismael sends clear transfer message to Blackburn Rovers board

  15-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Blackburn Rovers are expected to add to their squad in January
  
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• Pupils praised for smashing fundraising target at Christmas fayre

  15-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Darwen Aldridge Community Academy (DACA) hosted its much-loved annual event in aid of Derian House
  
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• 'Proud' fire teams honoured at national award ceremonies

  15-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service picked up a number of awards at national awards events
  
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• Plans submitted for Accrington's first padel courts

  15-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Plans have been submitted for the installation of padel courts at Accrington Stanley Community Trust.
  
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• New support group launching in Preston for those living with aphasia

  15-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  The new Preston Aphasia Café is launching to provide a safe, inclusive space for people living with aphasia and communication difficulties
  
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• New campaign aims to combat impact of 'poor nutrition' in local families

  15-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Burnley Together, with support from Burnley Borough Council, has launched a healthy eating campaign to promote childhood nutrition and help families make nutritious meals at home
  
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• Lancashire businesses issued urgent cybersecurity warning

  15-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Lancashire businesses are being urged to prioritise cybersecurity in 2026, with the NWCRC warning of increased threats and offering free training until March
  
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• Issa bros mosque entrance changes set for backdated nod

  15-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  An entrance to the Issa brothers £5million landmark new mosque in Blackburn has been altered and improved, councillors will be told
  
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• Convicted paedophile downloaded sexual images of children for second time

  15-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  A convicted paedophile from Oswaldtwistle who was found to have downloaded indecent images of children has been given another suspended sentence.
  
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• Blackburn business retains Lancashire Telegraph Best Coffee Shop title

  15-12-2025 06:00 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Caffee Impresso in Blackburn has been voted Best Coffee Shop 2025 by Lancashire Telegraph readers, with owners thanking the community for its support.
  
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• Cyclist critical after suspected hit-and-run

  14-12-2025 19:50 via bbc.com
  The man was found in North Road by a member of the public, who flagged down an ambulance.
  
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• Blackburn's Brooks beaten at PDC World Darts Championship

  14-12-2025 19:33 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  BLACKBURN'S Bradley Brooks is out of the PDC World Darts Championship after losing 3-0 to Joe Cullen on day four of the tournament.
  
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• Clitheroe's historic FA Trophy run goes on after stunning high-flying York City

  14-12-2025 17:40 via lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
  
  Clitheroe produced one of the biggest results of the FA Trophy third round as they knocked out National League side York City on penalties at the Loom Loft Stadium.
  
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