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Teenage girl dies after suffering 'medical episode' at Kendal Calling as police issue statement
The girl's family are being supported by police officers
25 incredible pics as many unite in love and inclusivity as Kirkham Pride returns to Market Square
25 incredible pics show many people united in love and unity as Kirkham Pride returns to Market Square
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Government's bid to convert Blackburn home into halfway house for ex-cons
The scheme was aimed at helping convicts who are at risk of homelessness
Lancashire home to Japanese knotweed capital - as infestation leaves dad with £15k bill
The invasive plant spreads through an underground network of roots and can cause immense damage to gardens and houses
Sun shines across Waterfoot for historic Wakes celebration
The ever-popular Az Kabile belly dancers drew a large crowd
Tributes to loved ones from Rossendale in funeral notices from this week
Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one
29 fabulous pics as hundreds flock to Garstang Agricultural Show
The 200 year old event returned weekend.
'I wanted to give something back': Charity worker runs to support Lancs families
Charlotte Daly has been a member of Lancashire charity Adoption Matters since 2021
One conversation could have saved our son's life but we didn't know we needed it
"There are no winners, and, ultimately, Matthew and our family are the biggest losers."
20 dancers from Amanda Rogers School of Dance & Performing Arts in Penwortham heading to Disneyland Paris
They will be performing next Friday.
£20,000 youth space earmarked for Bamber Bridge Leisure Centre - all thanks to seized criminal proceeds
Criminal proceeds have been used for the new youth space.
Emotional farewell to Rawtenstall high school legends after 50 years in teaching
'We wish them both a very well earned retirement from school'
Rossendale birthing unit closed after only one baby born last year
The birthing centre expected around 125 births per year - but last year there was only one
Funeral date announced for much loved and missed Bamber Bridge man David Henry
His funeral will be held later this month.
Award-winning Lake District pub sold and under new ownership
The establishment in Kendal holds many accolades and success
Rare dwarf buffalo calf born at Chester Zoo stands just 50cm tall
Chester Zoo has celebrated the birth of a critically endangered dwarf buffalo, described as the world’s smallest, in a boost to international wildlife conservation.
My 3 best things to do in & around Preston next week including the return of ChorFest
Senior reporter Aimee Seddon with her entertainment guide to three best things to do next week in and around Preston.
A592 Lake District road closed after serious crash – police warn 'shut for some time'
The exact nature of the crash is not yet known, but Cumbria Police have described the A592 Windermere shore collision as 'serious'
Family 'thought they were going to die' as earthquake strikes Italian holiday villa
A family of 15 were enjoying a week-long holiday in Pozzuoli, Italy, when a powerful earthquake struck the town, sending them fleeing from their holiday villa as walls cracked and debris fell around them