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Developer makes second attempt to build homes in Preston village
The authority refused a previous blueprint submitted in 2018
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Blackpool Victoria Hospital’s maternity still 'requires improvement' following new inspection
The Care Quality Commission said improvements have been made
Child left with serious injuries following collision, police appeal for information
Police are appealing for witnesses and footage after a child pedestrian was left with serious injuries following a road traffic collision on Belfield Road, Accrington.
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Hotel bosses speak out after claims venue was used to house asylum seekers
False rumours had spread online
'Entitled neighbour parks in my driveway and the reason is so lazy'
A woman has been left fuming after her neighbour started to park on her driveway for a very lazy reason - and she's now taken drastic action to put a stop to it
Radford Family mum Sue loses two stone after 'just eating rubbish'
'I had put on so much just eating rubbish'
Shock death of much-loved Blackburn woman just 12 months after wedding
Abigail was well-known as a horse rider in the Ribble Valley
Rising talent shines bright at Blackpool Illuminations switch on
As well as the big names like Olly Murs and Toploader, the thousands of people in the crowd at this year’s Blackpool Illuminations switch on were treated to a special performance from some rising stars.
‘Bubbly man’ killed while crossing road in Lancashire village
Mark Dickinson, 57, has been remembered by his loved ones
Full list of bank holidays for 2026 and why some are 'moving'
There will be eight bank holidays for England and Wales in 2026
Driving rules have changed for millions with a UK licence
New rules apply to anyone with the most common type of UK driving licence
Police say do this if noisy workmen are outside your home
Ask the Police explains the steps you can take if builders disturb you early in the morning
World Black Pudding Throwing Championships could be back on
The championships were cancelled in July following the death of its main organiser, Phil Taylor
14 great crowd pictures as thousands attend Blackpool Illuminations switch on
Thousands tripped the light fantastic last night for the annual Blackpool Illuminations switch on.
Five-year-old boy in hospital after hit-and-run in Accrington
The driver fled the scene
Entwistle barn approved for conversion into two houses
One nearby resident objected
M61 closed after motorists reported concern for man's welfare on motorway bridge
The motorway has now re-opened
Can you leave money to your dog in your will? How to provide for your pet after you're gone
There are some ways that dog owners can continue to provide for their pets after they are gone 🐶
Lidl pulls popular item from sale amid salmonella fears
Shoppers are being urged to return the product for a full refund
Major motorway closure as police deal with incident
Motorists are being advised of a major road closure.