Lancashire Telegraph

The Lancashire Telegraph, which was previously known as the Lancashire Evening Telegraph, is a regional tabloid newspaper serving East Lancashire, England. It publishes two distinct editions daily: one for the areas of Blackburn with Darwen, Hyndburn, and Ribble Valley, and another for Burnley, Pendle, and Rossendale. The newspaper covers approximately 20 towns in the region, including Blackburn, Burnley, Accrington, Darwen, Nelson, Clitheroe, Colne, and Rawtenstall.

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Stanley denied in stoppage time and still need a point

2 days ago | lancashiretelegraph.co.uk | David Pye

Sonny Aljofree was on target. Picture by Luke Reynolds Photography Sonny Aljofree scored in Accrington Stanley’s survival battle but a late Carlisle United goal mean the Reds still need one point from their final two games to be mathematically safe after a 1-1 draw. Aljofree fired home from close range on 70 minutes and the Reds thought they had secured an important three points.
Valerien Ismael on Blackburn Rovers 'breakthrough' and Sunderland verdict

3 days ago | lancashiretelegraph.co.uk | Elliott Jackson

Blackburn Rovers head coach, Valerien Ismael. (Image: PA) Valerien Ismael was impressed with the versatility of Blackburn Rovers' performance after showing both sides of their game in the win against Sunderland. Tyrhys Dolan's first-half goal secured a third successive win for Blackburn. That keeps their season alive with results elsewhere leaving them within four points of the play-offs. Rovers had plenty of possession and played good football in the first half.
Blackburn Rovers player ratings as Tyrhys Dolan and defence impress vs Sunderland

3 days ago | lancashiretelegraph.co.uk | Elliott Jackson

Blackburn Rovers won 1-0 at Sunderland. (Image: PA) Here's how The Lancashire Telegraph scored the players' performances, with a six representing par for the course. Balazs Toth - 7 Didn't have masses of saves to make but acquitted himself well. Decent stop to deny Isidor and commanded his area well. Callum Brittain - 8 Another good outing for the Rovers right-back. Didn't quite reach the heights of Friday but still posed a threat in the second half.
Sunderland 0-0 Blackburn Rovers LIVE: Score updates from Stadium of Light

3 days ago | lancashiretelegraph.co.uk | Elliott Jackson

Rovers beat Sunderland 5-1 on Easter Monday last season to help secure their Championship status. The visitors haven't won three league games in a row since their six-match winning run in December. Sunderland have lost their last two games and will continue to rotate their squad as they prepare for the play-offs. Follow all the action from The Stadium of Light on our free blog.
Sunderland vs Blackburn Rovers LIVE: Score updates from The Stadium of Light

3 days ago | lancashiretelegraph.co.uk | Elliott Jackson

Rovers beat Sunderland 5-1 on Easter Monday last season to help secure their Championship status. The visitors haven't won three league games in a row since their six-match winning run in December. Sunderland have lost their last two games and will continue to rotate their squad as they prepare for the play-offs. Follow all the action from The Stadium of Light on our free blog.
Blackburn Rovers predicted team with one change for quick Sunderland turnaround

3 days ago | lancashiretelegraph.co.uk | Elliott Jackson

Blackburn Rovers face Sunderland at The Stadium of Light. (Image: Canva) Valerien Ismael is unlikely to make many changes for the trip to Sunderland after Blackburn Rovers' best display under his watch. The win over Millwall ensured back-to-back wins and gives Rovers some momentum ahead of the quick turnaround on Easter Monday. Whilst Ismael will want to ensure more injury issues don't occur, the nature of the win makes it difficult to envisage too many changes.
Meet the chef behind new hidden gem dining spot with 'bright' plans for the future

4 days ago | lancashiretelegraph.co.uk | Emma Mayoh

Ian Kershaw Photo: Mytton Fold Jules, the restaurant based at Mytton Fold Hotel, sees 43-year-old Ian Kershaw leading the team at this stylish new dining destination that opened in January. Ian showcases the best of Lancashire produce on his menus, including from Accrington’s Penny’s Meats and Cowman’s Famous Sausage Shop and Wellgate Fisheries, both in Clitheroe. Here, Ian, shares his food loves with Lancashire Life Magazine.
'No question' - Blackburn Rovers goalkeeper decision explained

4 days ago | lancashiretelegraph.co.uk | Elliott Jackson

Balazs Toth started his third Championship game for Blackburn Rovers. (Image: CameraSport - Lee Parker) Valerien Ismael confirmed Balazs Toth will remain in goal for Blackburn Rovers as he continues to assess the goalkeeper. Aynsley Pears has been the undisputed number one for the entire season, limiting Toth to two Championship appearances. Both of those were in the absence of Pears after illness and injury.
Blackburn Rovers star on perfect afternoon and positive view on long-term future

5 days ago | lancashiretelegraph.co.uk | Elliott Jackson

Callum Brittain was the star man as Blackburn Rovers beat Millwall. (Image: CameraSport - Lee Parker) Callum Brittain was left delighted after a perfect afternoon for Blackburn Rovers where he was the star of the show. The rampaging right-back returned from five weeks out with a calf strain to star in the 4-1 win over Millwall. Brittain set one up and scored another but was a key figure throughout the victory.
Blackburn Rovers handed Sunderland boost after honest rotation claim

5 days ago | lancashiretelegraph.co.uk | Elliott Jackson

Sunderland played with ten men for 85 minutes at Bristol City. (Image: PA) Regis Le Bris admitted Sunderland felt the physical toll of playing for 85 minutes with ten men ahead of a quick turnaround against Blackburn Rovers. The Black Cats were reduced to ten men very early at Bristol City, with Trai Hume sent off for bringing down Nahki Wells. Despite taking the lead, Sunderland fell to a 2-1 defeat against a side they could face in the play-offs.