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Dilapidated former cotton mill in Darwen built in 1891 to be converted into gym
The site has been vacant 'for a considerable length of time'
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'Important' nutrient for cardiovascular health that many people lack
There are benefits for your brain, heart and visual health
BBC expert says 'don't panic' over major car recall due to 'fire risk'
Around 44,000 UK vehicles have been recalled due to a ‘fire risk’
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Police reveal search location for missing man believed to be in Chorley
Police are continuing to urge people to call 999 if they see missing Dwayne
Illegal waste firms targeted in Burnley as van seized by police and offensive weapon found
The van has been 'causing issues'
YOUR chance to quiz Preston's politicians in big local election debate
Preston's political leaders - and their policies - will go under the microscope ahead of the local elections
13-month-old Preston Davey was a “perfectly healthy boy” before being placed for adoption, court told
His short life had “more than its share of misfortune” being put in emergency foster care after his birth, but Preston had been a “perfectly healthy boy” before he was placed to be adopted by the defendants in April of 2023, Preston Crown Court told.
Adopted baby Preston Davey was 'routinely ill-treated, sexually abused and assaulted', say prosecution
Described by the prosecution as "a distressing case" Preston Crown Court was told toddler Preston Davey had suffered 40 injuries including a blockage of his upper airway whilst in Jamie Varley’s and John McGowan-Fazakerley’s care.
Sweet-toothed thief who tried to sell treats nicked from Asda in Accrington to undercover cop is jailed
Brooks has been banged up for 26 weeks
Preston Police issue appeal after glassing in Baluga leaves man with injured eye
An assault on a man inside a popular Preston bar has triggered a witness appeal from police.
Preston Davey trial hears teacher and boyfriend were 'wholly unsuited to the role of adoptive parents'
13-month old Preston Davey was rushed to Blackpool Victoria Hospital unconscious and in cardiac arrest
Concerns raised about missing man believed to be in Blackpool
Keith Moores is from Merseyside
Man suffers serious eye injury after 'glass attack' at Preston city centre bar
The incident happened at Baluga
‘Childen’s lives will be at risk and Skelmersdale worst-hit if Ormskirk Hospital loses A&E’
Children’s lives will be ‘endangered’ and people living in Skelmersdale will be worst hit, if Ormskirk Hospital’s remaining A&E services are moved to Southport Hospital, councillors fear.
First phase of gravestone safety work completed after boy’s tragic death
Eli Testa died in 2025
Five year ban for Burnley man Jack Hindle after multiple animal welfare offences
A man from Burnley has been banned from keeping animals for five years, after being convicted of four animal welfare offences.
Royal Preston Hospital staff told to avoid using 'certain phrases and words' in latest diversity training
Phrases such as “the early bird catches the worm may not translate well across other cultures”, said the Trust.
Burnley man receives five-year ban after multiple animal welfare offences
“The impact on both wildlife and dogs in this case is extremely upsetting"
Suspect named after phones and wallets allegedly stolen from cars
He has been remanded to appear at Wirral Magistrates' Court
'It could be you tackling misinformation' Why the Lancashire Post is backing this media career campaign
If you think local media is just newspapers and court coverage - think again.