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Government ‘didn’t even consider’ 15-mile shorter route for Morgan and Morecambe windfarm cables in Fylde, councils claim
An alternative plan was dismissed as being “immature” and poorly costed.
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Busy stretch of Longridge Road in Ribbleton set for 11 weeks of roadworks and 4 way traffic lights
The works are expected to be completed two days before Christmas...
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Two road closures, two lane closures & other major roadworks starting across Preston next week
Next week, numerous roadworks are beginning across Preston including two road closures.
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'He'll be missed' Police dog will retire after eight years service
'PD Viper over and out' Police dog retires after eight years of service
Lancashire tops England for NHS dentist access with 65.1% of under-18s seen in past year
The achievement reflects the work of dental teams and partners to improve access, promote prevention and target support towards children who face barriers to receiving routine care.
‘ How I started with nothing and now bought a second home at age 24’ Lancashire’s Jacob
Lancashire- based young property developer Jacob started putting away half his wages.
'This is the place God has called us to be': Preston church celebrates 300 year anniversary
St. George the Martyr Church has been a staple of Preston since 1726, hosting a range of events as part of the Preston Arts Festival to celebrate its tri-centenary.
Coroner returns verdict on newborn baby who died of hypoxic brain injury at Royal Preston Hospital
Eight-day old baby boy died at the Royal Preston Hospital, following his birth at Blackpool Victoria Hospital, through a a hypoxic brain injury caused by lack of oxygen, a three-day inquest hears.
Get your skates on - ice rink may be heading back to Lancaster's historic square this winter
Plans for Lancaster’s popular winter ice rink have been submitted.
What's happening as Barton Grange garden centre gets ready Christmas
You know Christmas is coming when Barton Grange gets its tinsel out.
Leyland's Grade II listed Worden Hall unveils its Christmas programme and here's what's on offer
The historic Worden Hall in Leyland has announced its festive programme for Christmas 2026, featuring seasonal workshops, a craft market, family fun with Santa and candlelit music
Circus boss asks 'what's wrong with people?' after racist graffiti sprayed during Lancashire show
'All our performers are here on working visas'
Lytham St Annes' much loved seaside paddling pool set to reopen for future generations to enjoy
The historic paddling pool was closed this summer due to structural problems but it will return to use
Tributes paid to owner of Cavendish Arms pub Brian 'Barney' Leyland after death aged 71
“Barney was a wonderful kind and caring man with one hell of a sense of humour...”
Family of much loved dad who died from heart condition say 'he didn't get the help he needed quick enough'
Jimmy's daughters were warned 'without surgery the outlook was not good'
Emergency services and air ambulance called to crash outside HMP Kirkham
The air ambulance was called to the scene...
Appeal to find missing teenager last seen in Kirkham
Lexi has not been seen since Wednesday
Stolen BMW chased by police - now two teens have been charged
Officers captured footage of the chase and arrests
Shoplifter apologises to businesses but says harsher penalties would not have curbed her habit
Jade can now see more clearly after five weeks in rehab
'Shining a light on the key issues that women still face' Festival of Women 2026 in Lancashire
"Every day we work alongside incredible women.”