Police in East Lancashire are seeking help to locate several wanted men Names and Faces of the Most Wanted Men in East Lancashire East Lancashire: Each week, the police reach out to the community through the Lancashire Telegraph, asking for help in finding wanted suspects. They’re looking for anyone who might know where these men…
A plan to add an MOT garage to a Blackburn tyre fitting business has been denied due to concerns over noise and traffic issues Blackburn Council Rejects MOT Garage Proposal for Tyre Fitters Blackburn: Mohammed Aslam wanted to upgrade his A1 Tyres shop on Clarendon Road. He planned to tear down an old building and…
EG Group has appointed Bob Dennis as an independent non-executive director, bringing valuable experience to the board Issa Brothers’ EG Group Welcomes New Member to Its Board of Directors Blackburn: Exciting news for EG Group! Bob Dennis is joining the board as an independent non-executive director starting February 1. He’s got a solid background, having…
The planning application for a new events venue in Blackburn has been withdrawn, much to the relief of local residents who raised concerns. Controversial Events Plan at Issa’s Blackburn Venue Dropped Amid Protests Blackburn: So, there was this big fuss about a planning application for a venue in Blackburn. The Issa Foundation and Inara Events…
The council is looking into potential sinkholes at Blackburn Old Cemetery, ensuring public safety while they investigate. Council Investigating Sinkholes at Blackburn Old Cemetery Amid Concerns Blackburn: The council is on the case about some sinkholes at the old cemetery. They’ve noticed a couple of potential issues and are digging into what’s causing them. This…
Karen Cych is thrilled to win £500, which she’ll use to help plan her wedding in 18 months Blackburn Woman Plans to Use £500 Cash Prize for Her Wedding Blackburn: Karen Cych is over the moon after winning a £500 cash prize. She entered the draw through Blackburn with Darwen Council’s festive bin collection guide.…
Northern has announced ongoing service disruptions affecting several routes today Northern Stations Face Service Disruptions Due to Cancellations Burnley: So, Northern’s been having a rough time lately. They’ve been dealing with a lot of service disruptions, especially on Sundays. It looks like this will continue for the rest of the day. Trains between Leeds and…
A new Uber-like taxi service in Blackburn aims to create jobs and modernize transport Blackburn Could Get Uber-Style Taxi Service Soon Blackburn: A local businessman is launching an Uber-style taxi service called iRoam. Usman Khan is excited about this venture, which will create eight new jobs in the area. He’s planning to set up a…
Plans for 25 affordable homes on the site of a former care home in Blackburn have been approved by local authorities Flats to Replace Unsightly Blackburn Estate Care Home with New Homes Blackburn: The old care home on Shadsworth estate is getting a makeover. They’re planning to build 25 new affordable homes there. Together Housing…
A shop in Whalley Range has been transformed into a takeaway without proper planning approval, prompting a retrospective application. Shop Converted to Takeaway Without Necessary Planning Permission Whalley Range: So, there’s this shop that got turned into a takeaway without the right planning permission. Farman Ahmed, the owner, is now asking Blackburn with Darwen Council…
A police operation in Blackburn led to the discovery of illegal cigarettes and vapes at a local newsagents, prompting further investigations. Police Raid Blackburn Newsagents with Sniffer Dogs Uncovers Illicit Goods Blackburn: Recently, there was a big police raid at a newsagents in town. They brought along sniffer dogs, and boy, did they find some…
A large illuminated billboard has sparked concerns for driver safety in Blackburn ‘Dangerous and distracting’ billboard suddenly appears on M65 Blackburn: So, there’s this huge illuminated billboard that just popped up near a busy motorway junction, and folks are not happy about it. The planning department in Blackburn with Darwen is checking if it even…
A man led police on a wild chase in Blackburn, resulting in a suspended sentence and a driving ban after a dangerous display behind the wheel. Driver’s Reckless Volkswagen Golf Chase Ends in Court Sentencing Blackburn: A guy named Mohammed Patel, just 24, really messed up on New Year’s Day 2024. He was driving a…
Three individuals have been arrested following a tragic incident where a man was fatally struck by a car after a bar dispute on Christmas Day Three Arrested in Christmas Day Murder Investigation in Blackburn Blackburn: It’s a sad story that unfolded on Christmas Day. A man named Kirk Marsden, just 37 years old, was hit…
A third suspect has been arrested in connection with a Christmas Day murder in Blackburn, following a man being struck by a vehicle. Third Murder Arrest Made After Christmas Day Incident in Blackburn Blackburn: So, there’s been a pretty shocking incident over Christmas. A man named Kirk Marsden was hit by a car outside a…
A third suspect has been arrested in connection with a murder case involving a man struck by a car on Christmas Day in Blackburn Third Arrest Made in Christmas Day Murder Investigation Blackburn: So, there’s been a pretty shocking turn of events. A third person has been arrested in connection with a murder investigation after…
