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Rock band Oasis filmed teaser for upcoming gig in this 'Little' Chorley chippy

An Adlington chip shop is in the spotlight, thanks to a certain two Gallagher brothers.

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'There is still a fight to come': Infected blood campaigners fail to meet Prime Minister during London protest

Campaigners of the Infected Blood Scandal hoped to meet Prime Minister Andy Burnham during a protest in London yesterday

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Preston taxi driver prosecuted for driving children with special educational needs without insurance or licence

Warren Jeremy Harris appeared at Preston Magistrates Court and pleaded guilty to the offences

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Bully tried to strangle his partner - but a secret code word helped her escape

Jase Dawe has been jailed for his relentless abuse of the woman

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Leyland man charged with burglary after barbers shop raid

A charity tin, tips jar and hairdryer were stolen

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Preston taxi driver caught with seven disabled children - including a wheelchair user - in uninsured vehicle

Warren Jeremy Harris, a taxi driver licensed by Preston City Council, has been convicted of driving an unlicensed and uninsured vehicle

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Aldi store's in Lancashire will be closed for business on Boxing Day

Aldi stores in Lancashire will close on Boxing Day, allowing staff to enjoy more time with family and friends after the Christmas rush, before reopening on December 27

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Leyland man, 36, charged after £100 hairdryer and cash stolen from Benjamin Jack’s Barbers

He has now been charged.

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Do not approach warning for man, 25, with Preston links wanted for assaulting emergency worker

Do not approach him if you spot him.

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Major update on Fleetwood to Knott End ferry's future after crunch meeting

Total deadlock appears to have been broken - but agreement still seems a distant prospect.

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Iconic Whittingham Hospital gatehouse transformed into dream family home with Disney-style turret

The property was put on the market by Homes England in 2023.

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Met Office full list of storm names for 2026-2027 - including a tribute to Shaun the Sheep

The Met Office has released the full list of UK storm names for the 2026-2027 season, with 40,000 public name suggestions submitted

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Police appeal launched to find man wanted for assaulting emergency worker

Police warn 'do not approach' a wanted man

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Much-loved dad and 'respected' teacher died after van struck by train in Burscough

Simon Gettings, who had been a respected teacher in Blackpool, died after a train struck him in Burscough

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Expansion plan for popular Chorley farm shop and 5 more new applications near you

Check out some of the most interesting new applications near you.

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Van driver killed in collision with train at level crossing in Lancashire named as broken family pay tribute

His broken family paid a touching tribute to him.

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Fulwood Academy's school uniform policy regarding grey trousers sparks debate among parents

The post garnered mixed reviews.

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Lancashire Police issue update after tragic death of primary school staff member

Lancashire Police have provided an update on the death of a male staff member at a Lancashire school, confirming the case has been referred to HM Coroner.

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Man in 20s taken to hospital after crashing into wall in Darwen

A large number of police and ambulance vehicles were spotted at the scene

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Fylde MP promoted to Shadow Cabinet in reshuffle by Kemi Badenoch

The MP hopes to focus on the 'rising benefits bill' and to get more people into employment