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A69 crash LIVE: Busy road to stay shut throughout night after 'serious crash' in Carlisle

The road is likely to remain closed for hours as emergency crews work at the scene

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‘Lancashire farmers produce world-class food to some of the highest standards anywhere in the world’

‘Lancashire farmers produce world-class food to some of the highest standards anywhere in the world’ Thought provoking visit raises challenges of family farms.

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'As stunned as I am angry' Underground windfarm cabling plan for Lancashire given go-ahead despite opposition

“We have already instructed Counsel and will be taking legal advice on the implications of the decision and the options available to us”.

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Oasis are going back on tour with 11 dates in Manchester - but no new music

Oasis are going back on tour - with 11 dates in Manchester but there will be no new music says Noel.

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'Magical' clog dancing weekend brings all the bells and whistles to Clitheroe

More than a dozen dance teams took part in the Clitheroe Clogfest, with dancers travelling from across the country to compete for the Lancashire and Cheshire Championship Hornpipe Belt.

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PNE has gone to Specsavers and set sight on success for penalty shoot outs

Some might say Preston North End should have gone to Specsavers somewhat earlier - luckily they have now after agreeing a sponsorship deal to take them to the top this season.

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'So proud': Leyland couple cycle 400 miles in memory of father with brain tumour

The pair took on the challenge in memory of Matthew’s father Graham, who passed away last June after being diagnosed with a rare form of brain cancer.

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Oasis announces major world tour with North West dates for 2027

Oasis has confirmed it will be back again for another world tour next year

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Lancashire Police deny claims £3M was spent on new uniforms which 'could have been reused'

Lancashire Constabulary have disputed claims they spent £3,019,637 on brand-new uniforms since 2023, instead of reusing them for new recruits, with the force saying they always try to reuse uniform when possible

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Police trying to track down driver of car after 'hit and run' with motorbike in Ingol

The rider of the motorbike was left with minor injuries after a collision over the weekend

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This Lancashire hotel and spa will close temporarily as it undergoes a multi-million pound makeover

Popular Lancashire hotel and spa Stanley House will close from the end of September to undergo a multimillion pound renovation - but weddings and corporate events will carry on as planned, it has been confirmed.

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Controversial Fylde wind farm granted by planning officials despite concerns

Plans for a wind farm across the Fylde Coast has been granted by officials

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Lancashire shop thefts fall by more than 10 per cent, latest police figures reveal

The number of shop thefts in Lancashire has fallen by more than 10 per cent, according to the latest police crime figures

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'I was on 91st floor of the the North Tower - our floor was the last floor that anyone made it out alive' 9/11

‘ I remember sort of silence and slow motion’ A North West artist who survived the 9/11 attacks has recalled her experience, 25 years on.

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The Blackburn football team set for major tournament backed by Pep Guardiola

Former England midfielder Danny Murphy will be on the sidelines to cheer on the squad

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Tragedy as two men die after collapsing during Great North Run

The hugely popular run returned on Sunday, with 63,000 runners taking part

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Heartbroken Blackpool family's plea to give man, 32, 'send-off he deserves' after sudden death

JJ's sister Amber has launched a fundraiser to help cover his funeral costs

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Lancashire refugee support exit to go ahead after political bid to block it fails

A Reform UK councillor admitted having "a view" on the issue but denied his mind was "closed"

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Prime Minister Andy Burnham's dad Roy has died after long term illness

The Prime Minister’s dad has died, it has been confirmed.

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Future of Blackpool seafront bar thrown into doubt after sudden closure

The venue only opened in February as a café bar by day and karaoke lounge by night