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'Our home was destroyed by fire hours after moving in - we hadn't even unpacked'
A removal van could still be seen outside the fire-damaged property after the blaze was extinguished
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'Our daughter was stabbed 33 times in Southport attack - the inquiry must bring real change'
A report published last week found there had been multiple failings before the attack
West Lancs mum ordered to destroy her own home 'faces homelessness'
"My family will never be the same again, and I’m just trying to do everything I can to find a way forward."
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Major update on site near Preston where new IKEA was once due to be built
It’s almost eight years since IKEA dropped plans to develop the land.
Labour says Lancaster 'deserves a full-time councillor' after Green Party resignation
Isabella Metcalfe-Riener 'has been uniquely-placed to represent the student population of central Lancaster'
Car expert says removing one thing can cut fuel costs 25 per cent
It takes 10 minutes and anyone can do it
Tragic death of Burnley dad 'with the biggest heart' possibly linked to job
James Wharton was a retired welder and fabricator
Power your spring adventures – meet the new Jackery SolarSaga 40 Air
As the days grow longer and we start enjoying camping trips, festival weekends and road adventures, having reliable power on the go is no longer a luxury – it’s essential.
Wall of concrete to safeguard Preston lake amid erosion fears
Plans have been approved
Tour de France is coming to Ribble Valley ‘but we need more arts and culture too’
'We could do more regarding professional, live events'
‘Concrete wall’ to be built in Preston’s Haslam Park to stabilise lake surroundings
An inspection has revealed problems at the scenic spot.
Decision made on Blackpool holiday flats plans after concerns raised about 'housing loss'
'No other benefits have been identified that would outweigh the harm of housing loss'
Grooming gang whistleblower Maggie Oliver set to visit Blackpool
The event will take place on April 30
Two groups that may benefit from state pension change that begins April 2026
The state pension rule change could offer people the chance to get better financial security before retirement
New children's home in Oswaldtwistle approved despite objections from social services
The county council said 'there is not a local need for any further children’s homes'
Preston poised to get ‘Lancashire’s tallest skyscraper’ as 30-storey building set for green light
The huge building would be “prominent” on the Preston skyline.
Pedestrian taken to hospital after being hit by £250k supercar in Blackburn
Emergency services were called to the scene at 10.59am
£250k Lamborghini crashes in Blackburn town centre as eye-witnesses say 'you can't park there'
It could be an expensive repair bill
Preston author, 37, dies just 11 months after marrying 'love of her life'
Hayley died following a medical procedure
Simple April ISA switch could see you £83,000 better off - 'act now'
It is a question of getting the dates right