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Dolly Parton's sad confession about health issues made days before her death
The iconic singer has died at the age of 80, after recently speaking candidly about her own health struggles
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'Dolly has lived in the light' Country music legend Dolly Parton has died
Country music legend Dolly Parton has died.
‘Everyone knows Blackpool - but not the Fylde coast’: row over name for new council
The individual places that make up the new authority's patch will not be referred to in its name.
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Peak District drug dealer called himself the "Pablo Escobar of Buxton"
Liam Churchman nicknamed himself after the Colombian drug lord, but his criminal career in the Peak District was soon cut short
Temporary closures and diversions as ongoing utility works at Lostock Lane junction set to last until October
The works are expected to last until October.
'I've done something stupid' - face of Chorley joiner who wore and stole client's underwear
Neil Wilson began to rifle through the drawers, selecting various bras and underwear, before trying them on
Joiner who 'rummaged through client's underwear drawer and smelt them' handed sentence
Neil Wilson said to police "I've done something stupid"
Britain's youngest female paedophile to be re-released from prison after recall
Ex-childcare student Sophie Elms committed a series of serious sexual offences involving children as young a two years old
Moment police throw woman to platform after foul-mouthed train rant
The woman, who was holding a can of Jack Daniels, began swearing and arguing with passengers as staff tried to intervene
Joy as Lancashire's Bodycare returns to the high street after administration
Bodycare was saved by an investment group led by Charles Denton
Major Colne town centre road to switch to two-way traffic in huge bus revamp
The latest phase of improvements is due to get underway within days
National warning issued after multi-million pound Southport firm goes bust
It plunged into administration in dramatic fashion last year, leaving dozens out of jobs and thousands worrying about their investments
‘It’s getting beyond a joke’- Preston residents plagued with dust clouds after Plungington Road resurfacing
One major street in Preston has been covered in so much dust over the past week, you would be excused for mistaking it to be snow...
'I can't believe it': Tony Bellew shares surprise after major milestone
The former boxer said he was "honoured and still taken aback"
We know incidents like these can be worrying - police urge caution after spate of burglaries across Preston
They also issued advice to help keep homeowners safe.
'Sporting icon and true gentleman' Rugby league icon Sir Billy Boston dies just weeks after wife
Sir Billy Boston, one of the most iconic figures in rugby league, has passed away at 92, just weeks after his beloved wife.
Preston homes targeted in early hours as suspects try door handles
Officers have launched an investigation and are checking CCTV for clues
Hoardings go up at Eden Project Morecambe as major change begins
The latest work marks a new phase for the landmark seafront project
Liverpool mum left with one nappy for toddler after bank account frozen
Leanne McCarthyfeared she would be unable to buy birthday presents for her son
Please don't queue 15 hours for a potato - Spud Bro urges customers after youngsters wait at Trafford Centre
He urged his followers to be safe.