A TAXI driver was stabbed in the shoulder after an attempted robbery at a Darwen petrol station. Police cordoned off the Shell garage in Blackburn Road this morning after the incident started at 4.30am. The man, in his 50s and named locally as
A MAN in his 20s has died after becoming trapped in machinery at work. Emergency services were called to Doric FPD on Farrington Road in Burnley at around 10.20pm on Tuesday, following reports of an accident on the premises. A police spokesman
LEADING food-on-the-go-retailer, Greggs, has confirmed it will open a new shop in Lancashire. The outlet, at 18 Market Walk, Chorley, will offer customers both the option to sit in and to take out and will open on December 5. To celebrate the
We asked our fans’ jury what had impressed them most about Rovers’ three consecutive wins. Being able to look up the table rather than looking down with trepidation. There’s still a long way to go but at least we seem to be having our fair share
A MAN has been ordered to pay more than £1,000 for abandoning his car in a pub car park. Christopher Edward McTernan, of New Line, Bacup, was summonsed to court over the abandoned vehicle, which was left in a public car park opposite the Rose n
'WHAT if British banknotes represented the cities or towns they were issued in?' That's the question that's been asked on social media site Reddit this week after Equity Release Supermarket created their own banknotes. The company said they
This pair of spaniels are the newest recruits in Lancashire Police's Dog Unit. Having passed their exams, PD Jett and PD Zac will now help to keep the streets safe. A police spokesman said: "Meet our newest recruits: PD Jett and PD Zac This
FEARS are growing over the whereabouts of a 16-year-old girl who was seen five days ago. Neve Turner was last seen in the Blackburn Road area of Accrington at around 6pm on November 30. Never is a white female, five foot tall and of a petite
A MAN who had two “amicable” meetings with his former partner was arrested for breaching a restraining order. Blackburn magistrates heard initially his partner had denied that Jordan Daniel Hoyle had been at her house before telling police the truth
There is the possibility of another Rovers v Burnley final in the Lancashire Senior Cup after the semi-final draw saw them kept apart. Both East Lancashire sides have made it through to the last four of the competition, with Rovers looking to defend
A MAN was punched in the face and bitten on the arm as he tried to stop a burglary. The incident took place at 11.20pm on November 22 to reports of the incident on Buckshaw Hall Close, Astley Village, Chorley. A man has seen two men in his
Alleged serial rapist Joseph McCann has declined to come to court and chosen not to give evidence in his defence. The 34-year-old is accused of 37 offences against 11 women and children, including rape and false imprisonment. On Monday, Mr Justice
ACCRINGTON Stanley have often struggled for positive results over the Christmas period and it is something that has Seamus Conneely scratching his head. The Reds only managed one win during November and December last season in League One and it
A BUS operator has announced that two of its services will be axed, citing losses of £300,000. The Rosso Red Express/X41 — Accrington to Manchester via Ramsbottom and Prestwich — and Red 4 — Ramsbottom to Bury — services will be cut and replaced
THE Grey Mare pub in Belthorn has won a national award for best casual dining programme, with the British Institute of Innkeeping. Stephen and Rebecca Prince recently celebrated their 20-year anniversary at the Grey Mare, also celebrating national
Andrew Fisher will return from his loan spell with Northampton Town next month and his appearances for Rovers Under-23s have been to protect Joe Hilton from possible injury. Fisher has been third choice at Rovers for the last two seasons but made
COUNCIL chiefs says all their salt bins have been restocked ready for winter. Gritting teams from Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council have already carried a number of operations on roads in the past few weeks. The Council's fleet of six gritters
Bradley Dack marked appearance number 300 of his career doing what he does best, finding the back of the net. Dack netted for the 46th time on what was also his 100th start for Rovers who have lost just three of the 41 matches he has scored.
Tony Mowbray feels the leadership of Darragh Lenihan was just as big a miss as his defensive qualities during his five-game absence through injury. Lenihan’s return has coincided with Rovers picking up nine points in three matches, including a
TWO people were treated for smoke inhalation after a flat fire in Blackburn. The incident took place at 3.25am on Ruthin Close. A Lancashire Fire Service spokesman said: "Three fire engines from Blackburn and Darwen attended a fire in a ground
A PUB company which is responsible for a number of hostelries across East Lancashire is now under new ownership. Real estate investment trust NewRiver, through Hawthorn Leisure, has acquired Bravo Inns, which is behind the likes of the Tinker and
John Coleman admits he would have loved a game this weekend after the 7-1 victory over Bolton – but a free weekend means he has longer to prepare for what he describes as a ‘huge’ game at Tranmere Rovers. The Reds got knocked out of the Emirates
A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of an attempted robbery in Darwen after a major police manhunt in the town. The incident happened at 4.30am at the Shell petrol station on Blackburn Road. After the attempted hold-up police were carrying
The Clarets went down to a 4-1 defeat at Turf Moor to Manchester City. Here's how the players rated... Nick Pope - 7 - Star man Had no chance with any of the goals and helped keep the score down in the first half with a couple of outstanding
A NEW three-week pop-up festival aimed at developing nightlife in Blackburn starts on Friday. Winter: BBN has received a £15,000 grant from the Arts Council and will see some major names from the worlds of both art and music heading to the town
A DISQUALIFIED driver found slumped over the wheel of his car at midday on Sunday was nearly three times the legal drink drive limit. Blackburn magistrates heard police were directed to the McDonald’s car park at Rising Bridge by another motorist
GENEROUS East Lancashire residents are being asked to donate gifts for the occupants of refuges for those fleeing domestic violence. SafeNet Domestic Abuse and Support Services is appealing to supporters s to show extra kindness this Christmas by
A DEAL between a bus operator and Lancashire County Council has saved part of five local routes facing the axe. Last month Rosso Bus gave notice it intended to cease running the fully-subsidised 11, 12 and 13 services and the partially-supported
MORE than 250 guests celebrated in style to help mark a milestone year for the East Lancashire Hospice. The charity’s annual ball was held at the Dunkenhalgh Hotel, Clayton-le-Moors, and this year saw volunteers and guests raising a glass to mark
A weekend-long Christmas festival is taking place which will see a live jazz band and choir performing Christmas songs. All Saints' Church in Clayton-le-Moors is hosting The Spirit of Christmas festival from Friday December 13 until Sunday December
A TYRE company boss has spoken of his fears of a repeat attack — after his building was damaged by a 'suspicious' fire in the early hours of yesterday. Feroz Suleman runs three RI Tyres repair and fitting shops in Blackburn. Fire crews spent
A WOMAN who was left in a wheelchair after a crash on the notorious accident blackspot Grane Road has told how she shook hands with the other driver at court. Charlotte McCarthy was on her way home to Haslingden from her graduation ceremony in Carlisle
RIBBLE Valley Conservative candidate Nigel Evans was one of the top ten most 'responsive' MPs during the last Parliament says online petition group Change.org. Today it published its first ‘People-Power Index’ ranking former MPs according to how
A DOORSTEP conman who ripped off an East Lancashire pensioner has been jailed for 16 months. Brothers Anthony and Charlie Smith cheated 86-year-old Mary Chew out of £250 by falsely claiming they had power-washed her driveway then treated her back
VISITORS flocked to Accrington town centre on to enjoy a packed programme of festive entertainment, including a spectacular firework display and of course the big switch on of the towns Christmas lights. There was lots of festive food and drink
PROPOSALS to fine dog walkers found not to be carrying spare poo bags are to be scrapped. In the process of reviewing public spaces protection orders in place for dog control, Burnley Council bosses were considering the possibility of issuing fixed
COUNCIL bosses are looking at how they can tighten licensing laws to prevent fireworks being sold to irresponsible people. A Blackburn with Darwen Council overview and scrutiny committee meeting heard there had been concern about young people throwing
CHARITY bosses responsible for running leisure and arts services in Burnley say they are confident of a secure financial footing. An annual report is due to go before a Burnley Council scrutiny meeting next week detailing the finances for 2018/19
AS the end of 2019 creeps closer, it's time to say hello to our latest bunch of gorgeous newborns. We asked for your pictures and proud parents got in touch. Charlotte Eshborn sent in the adorable snap below and wrote: "This is our little prince
A POWERLIFTING vicar is spreading the word with weights after finding an unexpected home for his faith. Reverend David Brae, 39, has been putting his faith in the gym, ‘repping for Jesus’ with more than 200-kilogram weights while giving unexpected
Burnley boss Sean Dyche admitted his side didn't back up their half-time rally cry as champions Manchester City ran riot at Turf Moor. The Clarets went in at the break 1-0 down thanks to a stunning strike from Gabriel Jesus. But despite his
