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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"


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

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.

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.
Latest managerial vacancy filled as Leicester confirm new boss
One of Rovers' Championship rivals have confirmed their new boss ahead of the upcoming campaign
'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"
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.
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.
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.

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

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.
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
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.
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.
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.