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Ketamine Education Services hosting unity day in Burnley for anyone impacted by ketamine addiction

A support day for ketamine users and their loved ones will be held in Burnley.

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Downfall of the father and son drug dealing 'business' brazenly advertising on social media

"William will have to send next year’s Father’s Day card to a new address after David was sentenced to 10 years in prison"

Burnley Express News

Father and son drug-dealing enterprise in Burnley smashed by police as David Berry jailed

A father and son drug-dealing operation in Burnley has been smashed by police, with one of the culprits jailed this week.

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Lancashire Telegraph | Burnley

Popular pub closes its doors for major refurbishment

The Guild on Fylde Road is temporarily shutting its doors for the work, which began on July 14

Lancashire Telegraph | Burnley

‘We are really proud of him’ – Ismael on Wharton’s return from injury

Rovers boss Valerien Ismael on Scott Wharton's return from injury and the aim for the defender in pre-season

Lancashire Telegraph | Burnley

Audi driver arrested after lengthy police chase

An Audi driver has been arrested following a police chase between Preston and Blackburn.

Lancashire Telegraph | Burnley

Seven people arrested for various offences after week of action

Seven people from Blackburn have been arrested for various offences after a week of action by police.

Burnley Express News

Banking service at Colne Town Hall following closure of Santander branch

Colne Town Council has stepped in to ensure there is still a banking presence in the town following the closure this week of the Santander branch.

Lancashire Telegraph | Burnley

Joy for East Lancashire town after People's Postcode Lottery win

Residents of Rishton are £1,000 richer following their success in the People's Postcode Lottery.

Lancashire Telegraph | Burnley

Latest managerial vacancy filled as Leicester confirm new boss

One of Rovers' Championship rivals have confirmed their new boss ahead of the upcoming campaign

Lancashire Telegraph | Burnley

'Don't buy it, don't eat it': Warning over chocolate posing 'serious health risk'

The Food Standards Agency warned customers: “Don’t buy this chocolate, and if you have bought it, don't eat it"

Lancashire Telegraph | Burnley

Blue Light Card holders discount doubled at major clothing retailer

JD Sports is doubling the discount on offer to Blue Light Card holders, but only for a limited time.

Lancashire Telegraph | Burnley

Astley Bridge make Sunday's T20 finals day on home turf

Astley Bridge met Tonge last Wednesday evening with the added incentive of hosting the Birtwistle Cup T20 Finals Day this coming weekend for the winners, writes Ray Taylor.

Lancashire Telegraph | Burnley

Annual Alexandra Classic bowling tournament gets under way

This year’s £1000 Alexandra Classic bowls tournament, sponsored by Admiral Taverns and Sue Ainsworth got under way last weekend.

Lancs Live - Burnley

Couple woken by the sound of their car being stolen after making common mistake

Prolific burglar Robert Macintosh has clocked up dozens of convictions since the age of 12

Lancashire Telegraph | Burnley

Pupils at East Lancs school to be taught maths by teacher 180 miles away

Pupils at an East Lancashire school are to be taught maths ‘virtually’ by a teacher based 180 miles away in Devon, it is understood.

Lancashire Telegraph | Burnley

Judge refuses drug addict's plea to be sent to prison for shoplifting

A shoplifter asked to be sent to prison because he thought that was the only way he would get help with his drug problem, but a judge said no

Lancashire Telegraph | Burnley

Bradley Dack: Sliding door January transfer window and Blackburn Rovers injuries

In part two of our exclusive interview with Bradley Dack, he discusses transfer interest away from Rovers and the two serious knee injuries that blighted his career.

Lancashire Telegraph | Burnley

Six jailed for total of 29 years for major cocaine conspiracy over Christmas

Six men have been jailed for a cumulative 29 years for supplying a large quantity of cocaine over the 2023 Christmas period.

Lancashire Telegraph | Burnley

Cemetery closes for safety checks after boy, 4, killed by falling gravestone

A cemetery in Nottingham has closed so safety checks can be carried out, following the tragic death of a four-year-old in Rawtentall Cemetery.