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Petition to block public funding for Ian Huntley funeral gains over 40,000 signatures
Huntley murdered 10-year-old girls Holly Wells and Jessica Chapman in 2002
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Police issue CCTV appeal following incident at Lancashire service station
An investigation is ongoing
Police constable and son of Lancashire Police Assistant Chief Constable charged with 14 child sex offences
A Lancashire police constable and son of one of the county’s top ranking officers has been charged with 14 child sex offences.
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Dr Amir Khan says your cold symptoms could be 'silent' cancer-causing condition
Doctor Amir Khan has warned that a little-known condition is often mistaken for allergies or a cold
Councillors clash over affordable housing as rent rises look likely
Tenants across Lancaster and Morecambe district could face increases
Ground tests along Ribble Valley road and rivers for HARP water tunnel scheme
'Contractors have begun the process to get a community liaison officer'
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MOJ issues statement on safety changes after female probation officer, 30s, stabbed in Preston
The Ministry of Justice has issued a statement on safety changes after a female probation officer from Preston was stabbed at work.
Lumo introduces new Lancashire to London rail service
A new rail service is being introduced this spring, offering an extra link between Lancashire, London and Scotland.
Lancaster restaurant learns fate after being caught employing illegal workers
'There has been a persistent and serious pattern of conduct’
Gavin and Stacey actor almost lost thousands in email attack
Melanie Walters has explained how to keep yourself safe after almost falling victim
Retired cleaner, 55, from Carnforth found dead at home after taking drugs
Steven Rawsthorn died on January 17
New Blackburn children's hub planned for grounds of retirement home
The building was originally intended as assisted living apartments
Police investigation launched after reports of man 'exposing himself' in Preston park
Officers said 'no suspect has been identified at this time'
Major European brand prepares for new Preston store opening - everything you need to know
The launch will see see special offers and family fun activities, including free shoes for the store’s first 25 customers.
Huge £65m Blackpool Multiversity site begins to take shape in town centre
White railings and fencing border the site with heavy machinery at work this week
Colne market business ‘reassured’ over worries on rent and opening hours at revamped hall
'In the talks, the other parties understood certain grievances we had'
Fidgeting and laundry change could be signs of a health problem
Partners and family members could be the first to notice
Police search for man wanted over stalking and criminal damage probe
Officers are trying to track down Kevin Blaney
Update on major £120,000 improvements to historic 300-year-old Lancashire market house
Major improvements have been completed at Garstang’s historic Market House, transforming the building into a brighter, warmer and more energy-efficient space for traders and visitors.
Man exposes himself to woman near playground in Preston park
A man was seen exposing himself near the playground in Preston’s Haslam Park.