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Hambleton house explosion latest as arson arrest made and properties exacuated
The property on Carr Lane has been left engulfed in flames
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Hambleton house explosion has left area 'gridlocked' with arrest made
Several fire rescue services were called to the 'explosion within a domestic premises' on Carr Lane
'Be on high alert' - Lancashire residents warned over plant that could knock 10% off your house price
Lancashire has been identified as one of the worst affected locations in England for Japanese knotweed.
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BBC Ground Force star Charlie Dimmock to headline this year's Chorley Flower Show - here's when
Celebrity gardener Charlie Dimmock has been announced as the headline guest at this year’s Chorley Flower Show.
LIVE Hambleton house explosion sparks huge emergency response with roads closed - latest updates
A man has been arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life and a number of properties have been evacuated
Manhunt underway after woman sexually assaulted and punched in Preston Cemetery
A manhunt is currently underway after a woman was sexually assaulted and punched in the face at Preston Cemetery.
'Explosion' at Hambleton home sparks major emergency response with road closures in place
Emergency services are currently at the scene of a fire following an “explosion” at a domestic property in Hambleton this morning.
Historic Chorley pub The Lord Nelson is earmarked for a refresh
An historic Chorley pub could soon get a makeover, if plans are passed.
"It just makes perfect sense" - new InPost locker for Chorley town centre
A new addition is set to make life easier for residents in Chorley, as a taxi boss brings an InPost parcel locker to the town centre.
Major update as Oswaldtwistle road closure continues after catastrophic collapse
Haslingden Old Road has been shut since January 2025
'Move your car - or we will' - urgent plea by Bamber Bridge GP practice to Ford owner
Staff at a busy medical centre have issued an urgent plea to find the owner of a Ford Fiesta.
Edge Hill University staff claim 'free-fall' after three leaders in two years
"Everyone is fearful and looking for a way out"
University of Lancashire named as one of the best universities for improving a student's social class
The University of Lancashire has been ranked as one of the best English universities for social mobility.
Lancashire waste sites shut down after stink so bad kids couldn't play outside
Piles of illegal waste have been causing horrid smells and dust issues
Step-sister identified body of Fleetwood man killed after e-bike 'ridden away' from scene of crash
'If you were the person who took the e-bike away, please come forward'
Inquest into death of 28-year-old after police divers recover body from Preston Docks
An inquest has opened into the death of a man who drowned at Preston Docks last week.
Full list of 37 items you can't put in bins from March 31 under new recycling rules
Any prohibited items discovered in recycling bins could lead to a fine of up to £400
'Lasting change happens when communities are trusted to lead' - new scheme launched to make Preston Move
A new city-wide partnership has launched in Preston hoping to promote active living, remove barriers and inspire residents to move more.
Police hunt for man wanted over robbery as urgent appeal issued
Thomas Cadden is wanted on a court warrant
Omaze winner had no idea how rich she was thanks to funeral
After celebrating in a car park, they walked dogs and went back to work