A RELIGIOUS Milaad parade celebrating the Birth of the Prophet in Islam is taking place on Sunday.
The history of this celebration goes back to the early days of Islam when some of the Tabi‘un generation began to hold sessions in which poetry and songs composed to honour Muhammad were recited and sung to the crowds.
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For those wanting to prepare for their journeys, the procession will affect Infirmary Street; Darfield Street; Lumb Lane; Church Street; St Mary's Road; North Park Road; Victor Road and Victor Street between 3pm and 5pm.
The junction of Carlisle Road and Lumb Lane will be closed for a matter of minutes while the parade crosses.
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