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Police bust 'sophisticated' 125-plant drugs farm in Great Harwood spread across four rooms
Officers found plants at various stages of growth along with heating and lighting equipment
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Police 'really concerned' for missing Rossendale man as urgent appeal launched
Christopher Chesworth was last seen at his home on Wednesday evening
Funeral details announced for much-loved Goosnargh mum as inquest set to open
Dawn Naderi died on August 17
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Nelson drug dealer's car stop led police to a major discovery
Leon Edmondson was stopped in Nelson before police searched his Burnley home
Hundreds take advantage of free bulky waste collection scheme in Blackburn and Darwen
The volume of requests is causing delays
This historic Grade II-listed Lancashire library will close until 2027 for major refurbishment
No staff will be furloughed and you can return books to any library in Lancashire.
'We have to stand up and come together': Preston Pride more important than ever, organiser says
Preston Pride organiser Deb Bradshaw is calling for acceptance and unity in the face of continued LGBTQ+ hate crimes, as the event prepares to welcome over 700 visitors to the Flag Market on September 26.
'An important addition to the community' - plan launched for padel courts in this South Ribble village
The club must maintain its connection with its current and future members and recognise the changes in popularity of different types of tennis supported by the LTA (Lawn Tennis Association)”.
Sentencing delayed until December on kidnapper, knifeman and robber at Preston Crown Court
The sentencing of Christopher Brooks, who faces 10 charges including kidnap and robbery, has been adjourned until December 14 due to a lack of information about his “dangerousness”
It's 'Glastonbury, without the mud' wristbands now on sale as Chorley Live returns with music and fun
Chorley Live takes place on Friday October 2 and Saturday, October 3, featuring a line-up of 280 live performances across 36 venues in the town centre
13 pubs, bars & clubs every University of Lancashire fresher should try in Preston
Thousands of freshers are set to descend on Preston in the coming days and we’ve put together this special guide for their inevitable nights out!
New buyer revealed for Darwen industrial unit after university pulled out citing financial pressure
The unit is being sold for £1.85 million
Blackburn drive-thru dessert bar opened three months ago without permission
A late night drive-thru dessert bar which has already opened on the site of a former car wash in Blackburn town centre is asking the council for retrospective planning permission.
Preston flats to be demolished over fire safety fears as tenants rehoused
The buildings will soon bite the dust.
Preston shop security guard Jeff Kenyon 'lucky to be alive' after being stabbed by shoplifter
“I nearly died but luckily, I’m here to tell my story...we need to prevent this from happening to anyone else...”
Armed police arrest Chorley teenager on suspicion of firearms offences
'There was no wider threat to the public'
Missing World Black Pudding Throwing Championships trophy found by 'hero dog'
'We have a very particular set of skills, skills we have acquired over time. We promise this. We will find you'
Lancashire man jailed after police discovered a kilo of cocaine in his car
Leon Edmondson, 42, was stopped by officers in Nelson after his car flagged as being involved in drug dealing, and was found with a kilo of cocaine with a street value of more than £80,000
'Extremely distressing time ' Lancashire man who broke neck in diving accident in Turkey flown home
‘Will, and his friends and family, have shown true bravery, and the kindness shown by the public continues to be truly life-changing for this family’. A Lancashire man who broke his neck while diving into a swimming pool in Turkey has been flown home after £150k was raised to bring him back to...
The massive 11-mile trench campaigners say will change the Fylde forever
Work is expected to take 11 years, with construction compounds and temporary roads needed