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Man 'in distress' climbs electricity pylon as power cuts reported
Power cuts were reported across Brighouse, Lightcliffe village, Hove Edge and beyond
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Top marks for nursery where 'staff create a calm atmosphere throughout'
"Staff have high expectations for what children can achieve"
Man, 29, with links to Accrington, Manchester and Blackpool wanted in connection with stabbing investigation
Police are appealing to the public for help in locating a 29-year-old man who is wanted in connection with an investigation into a stabbing.
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People urged to call 999 if they see Blackburn man who has been missing for two weeks
Mark was last seen on January 31
Ponies Buddy and Bauble saved by World Horse Welfare’s Penny Farm Rescue recovering well
Two young ponies are on the road to recovery at a Lancashire rescue centre after being found so weak that one of them was unable to stand unaided for weeks after being rescued.
19 wonderful pictures of Preston in 1989 that set the scene for a memorable year
Today’s retro is a deep-dive into what Preston was like back in 1989.
15 of the best restaurants in and around Preston you say are worthy of a Michelin star
We asked readers which Preston restaurants they’d give a Michelin star to - and locals were quick to champion their favourites.
VisitEngland launches £1m domestic North West coastal campaign to boost spring breaks
Marketing Lancashire is working with VisitEngland on a dedicated campaign to boost spring breaks to the north west coastal region.
£23k funding brings new opportunities for Fleetwood young people
A £23,000 funding boost will deliver a fully accessible community minibus for Fleetwood’s Youth Hub.
Preston dad accused bosses of Christmas party snub after complaining about light bulbs
Alex Verbitskiy claimed his safety concerns had been ignored
Recent photo shared of missing Preston man
Police are growing increasingly concerned for Ajani Campbell's welfare
'Too much': councillors give verdict on Preston shops and flats plan
Plans for a new block of shops and flats on a busy Preston street have been refused permission amid concerns they were more than the site could comfortably accommodate.
Missing Blackburn man with links to Blackburn and Burnley was last seen on Canterbury Street two weeks ago
Police are asking the public for help in locating a missing 46-year-old man from Blackburn.
The memorials to the lives lost in 'the worst disaster in the history of the RNLI'
27 crew died in the disaster
Town set for 'major' economic boost as site prepares for transformation
The land has been vacant for a decade
Appeal launched for 16-year-old boy missing from Morecambe
Dominic is described as 5ft 5in tall with a slim build and brown hair
Preston gymnastics club picks up prestigious national prize
The club rallied local people and tradesmen together to help renovate the home of one of their gymnasts last year
'Check your feet' for early warning sign of disease, doctor urges
Early signs of the disease can be 'subtle' and 'easily overlooked'
Man and woman in their 50s left with serious injuries following crash on Whalley Old Road in Blackburn
A man and woman, both in their 50s, have been left with serious injuries following a road traffic collision in Blackburn.
Toxic flowers and plants dangerous to pets as vets issue warning
A pet owner's worst nightmare can be triggered by an unexpected gift