THE Royal Ordnance factory in Blackburn could finally be about to close -- ending more than 50 years in the town. Bosses are understood to be working on proposals which would see work transferred ...

The 10th Bishop of Blackburn has been announced as the Right Reverend Philip North. His nomination was approved by the King following the retirement of the Right Reverend Julian Henderson in July.

No injuries have been reported and the nearby Royal Blackburn Hospital has not been affected despite being close by. A Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service Spokesperson said: "The fire is now under ...