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Postcode lottery takes another life due to treatment 'not available at weekends'
Several deaths in Lancashire have been linked to the lack of a 24/7 thrombectomy service including that of 31-year-old Sarah Read
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Mum-of-six, 31, died due to painkiller addiction following birth of her twins
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Jade Farquhar was prescribed strong painkillers after giving birth left her in 'severe discomfort'
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BBC statement as DEPHER CIC founder James Anderson criticises investigation
Burnley
James Anderson has had his British Citizen Award rescinded following the airing of the documentary
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Freaky 10ft-wall of foam like 'solid washing up liquid' bubbles down Burnley stream
Burnley
"The wall of foam was over 10 feet high and looked amazing. Then it struck me what sort of damage this could have done to wildlife there."
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Painting by Chorley-born artist sells for more than £22m at auction
Chorley
Leonora Carrington was born in Chorley on April 6, 1917 and later lived in Mexico
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Parents issued plea as coroner warns 'it's not a case of if, but when' another child dies
Southport
Jamie Lewin was the third teenager to drown while swimming in the disused quarry at Appley Bridge
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Sunday Times Rich List 2024: Issa brothers and secretive Preston man among Lancashire's wealthiest people
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BlueCrest Capital Management boss Michael Platt, from Preston, is the second richest person in the North West behind Manchester United investor Sir Jim Ratcliffe
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Internet pervert whose phone was loaded with extreme porn believed he was chatting girl, 13
Preston
Ian Hollinghurst, of Preston, has been jailed for more than five years
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Appeal after vicious hammer and machete attack on Lancaster bridge shortly after Highest Point festival
Lancaster
The victim was taken to hospital following the attack
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Major police presence after man 'stabbed in chest' and rushed to hospital
Preston
The incident happened shortly after 9.30am this morning and one man has been arrested on suspicion of wounding
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Tesco, Aldi, Sainsbury's and Ocado do not eat warnings as steaks, pickle and semolina pulled from shelves
Tesco
The full list of products shoppers should avoid eating
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Become a foster carer and transform a child’s life
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Northern Lights could return to Lancashire skies tonight as solar storm looms
Weather
The Met Office's aurora forecast suggests the celestial show might make an encore
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How hot it will be in Lancashire as 'Saharan Plume' heads for UK
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Experts have warned of the major dust hazard it could bring as the phenomenon recently wreaked havoc when it hit mainland Europe
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Win the ultimate CBeebies experience at Alton Towers Resort, including an overnight themed sleepover!
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The UK’s only CBeebies Land at Alton Towers Resort has been wowing families for a decade - and to celebrate we're giving readers the chance to win theme park tickets, an overnight stay and MORE for a family of four!
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Wetherspoons with 'surprisingly glamorous toilets' named one of best in UK
Blackpool
"Smartest, swhishest Wetherspoons I have ever visited"
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Three Lancashire high streets to be handed £500k cash boost to 'breathe life into towns'
Politics
"High streets are the beating heart of our communities and we’re determined to keep them alive"
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Blackpool
Mysterious car graveyard uncovered frozen in time on grounds of mansion
"Exploring abandoned history worldwide bringing history back to life with pictures and video."
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Live traffic as motorway forced to close after 'serious multi-vehicle crash'
M6
Emergency services are on the scene
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Gardener's hands turn green after wearing new Screwfix gloves for just three hours
Southport
"It was awful... my hands were actually like the Incredible Hulk"
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Two Blackpool hotels named among the world's best in Tripadvisor awards
Blackpool
Boulevard and Big Blue Hotel have been recognised as among the top 10% of hotels worldwide
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Kate Garraway red-faced as Labour MP calls her the wrong name in tense interview
Kate Garraway
Fans watching the interview were quick to tear into Peter Kyle for his slip-up
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Channel 4's Location, Location, Location is looking for Lancashire house hunters for its new series
Property
Casting are looking for individuals, families and couples who need Kirstie and Phil's expertise to buy their dream home
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Party nights and private dining - Christmas at Macdonald Hotels & Resorts
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'End of an era' as beloved Post Office announces closure
Rising Bridge
"We understand that this may come as a shock to local residents to no longer have a post office in the community, however we did everything we could to relocate it but all our efforts fell short"
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FLiRT Covid variant symptoms and signs as new strain spreads and UKHSA issues advice
Coronavirus
The UKHSA has issued advice to anyone 'worried' about new Covid FLiRT variant as it sweeps across the country
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Where Lancashire's four universities stand in the latest UK rankings
Lancaster University
Lancaster University is now ranked 11th on the list while Edge Hill and the University of Cumbria have dropped down the table
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Inside Paris Fury's 'beautiful' cabin as she treats kids to forest retreat
Paris Fury
Paris has headed across to enjoy a wholesome family holiday bursting with lots of activities
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The 12 Lancashire bus routes getting a £1.3m boost as £1 fares near
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'Lancashire is a big county, public transport is crucial'
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Spanish holiday spot with £1.70 pints dubbed 'Blackpool with sunshine'
Blackpool
The bustling town of 82,000 residents is chosen by many Brits as their summer holiday destination
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Lancaster
18 pictures from Highest Point Festival as Busted and Tom Odell wow sun-drenched crowd
Musical acts at Highest Point Festival 2024 included Busted, Tom Odell, Sam Ryder and Cat Burns
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Marks and Spencer's summer beauty bag is worth £170 but costs only £30
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'Ditch new bus lane on busy road or face disastrous consequences'
Preston
“It is evident that many members of our community share my reservations"
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Urgent 'do not approach' 999 warning for wanted man 'actively evading the authorities'
Leyland
Lee Barr has links to Leyland, Blackburn, Darwen, Blackpool and Fleetwood
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Police issue update after 'suspicious' man approaches children near primary school
Thornton-Cleveleys
An investigation was launched following a number of incidents near Manor Beach Primary School in Cleveleys
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To represent Chorley will be a 'privilege' as new mayor becomes borough’s first citizen
Chorley
Gordon France has called Chorley home all his life
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Blackpool's £500k boost will 'provide much-wanted green spaces' and seats
Blackpool
Blackpool Council has previously used government funding to spend £100,000 planting 10 trees in Cookson Street
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Mysterious markings explained after appearing on pavement outside Lancashire homes
Weather
Several theories were posted on social media
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Heartbreak as popular bakery closes doors for good after 10 years of 'constant struggle'
Lancaster
'Bread is the oldest of things but recently, has become more of a luxury that only few can afford'
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Lancashire's paddling paradise among record number of 'official wild swimming sites'
Ribble Valley
Edisford Bridge is popular with families in the summer months
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Nine cheap destinations from Manchester Airport, including one with 60 pints
Manchester Airport
We look at some of the up-and-coming destinations that are hoping to usurp old favourites like Spain, France and Greece
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Latest full list of Covid symptoms as new FLiRT variants hits the UK
Coronavirus
According to the UK Health Security Agency there has been a sharp increase in Covid cases week on week
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Solar storm warning as experts say Brits could see Northern Lights again this week
Weather
There might be another chance to catch the stunning spectacle
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Full list of food stalls, bars and traders at Southport Food and Drink Festival
Southport
There are around 130 traders, producers and exhibitors to choose from
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Weather
11 phenomenal pictures as Northern Lights put on a dazzling display over Lancashire
What a night
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Blackpool Illuminations
Courts
Blackpool Illuminations trip ended in tragedy as gran killed and family injured in serious crash
Diana Brown was returning from a visit with her daughter and granddaughters when she was killed in a crash on the A586
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Blackpool Illuminations 2024 switch-on dates confirmed as Keith Lemon takes part
Blackpool Illuminations
"We can’t wait to show you we have up our sleeves"
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Porsche driver made 'unfathomable' U-turn on M6 before horror crash killed Faye Dawson, 3
Leyland
"He doesn't meander. He stops and simply turns. It seems to be a deliberate action"
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"It’s like Blackpool Illuminations": The school where all you can hear is 'effing' and the 'c' word at night
Education
"Everyone is parking all over the place and there’s so much noise
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Blackpool's Lightpool Festival 2023 - when is it, is it free and what's new
Blackpool Illuminations
Blackpool's stunning light show lasts for eight nights and includes an 'alien invasion' of Blackpool Tower
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Accrington News
Accrington
Piano teacher's marathon challenge for charity that helped save his life
"The Christie’s reputation made it an easy decision"
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'End of an era' as Rising Bridge Post Office announces closure after 27 years
Rising Bridge
"We understand that this may come as a shock to local residents to no longer have a post office in the community, however we did everything we could to relocate it but all our efforts fell short"
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Suspected drug dealer 'rugby tackled' by cops in park and found with £11k haul
Accrington
"He didn't anticipate that the team were well fuelled on coffee"
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Hyndburn funeral and death notices for special people we'll never forget
Hyndburn
Family members have left loving messages this week to relatives who have passed away
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Accrington Married At First Sight star Jay Howard reveals she 'was born with a difference'
Accrington
"Since appearing on MAFS, I’ve had incredible opportunities that I don’t for one second take for granted"
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Blackburn News
Blackburn
Mum-of-six, 31, died due to painkiller addiction following birth of her twins
Jade Farquhar was prescribed strong painkillers after giving birth left her in 'severe discomfort'
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Sunday Times Rich List 2024: Issa brothers and secretive Preston man among Lancashire's wealthiest people
Lancashire
BlueCrest Capital Management boss Michael Platt, from Preston, is the second richest person in the North West behind Manchester United investor Sir Jim Ratcliffe
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Urgent 'do not approach' 999 warning for wanted man 'actively evading the authorities'
Leyland
Lee Barr has links to Leyland, Blackburn, Darwen, Blackpool and Fleetwood
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Bodies 'left to decompose' in Lancashire hospital after major flaws exposed
NHS
Inspectors found "two bodies in an advanced state of decomposition as a result of not being moved into frozen storage after 30 days"
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Boy cyclist, 15, left with broken arm after BMW 'hit-and-run'
Blackburn
Police said a BMW with "heavily-tinted windows" came out of an alleyway and hit him on Park Lee Road in Blackburn
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Blackpool News
Blackpool
Two Blackpool hotels named among the world's best in Tripadvisor awards
Boulevard and Big Blue Hotel have been recognised as among the top 10% of hotels worldwide
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Rishi Sunak urged to sack minister ordered to pay back £1,367 after expenses breach
Blackpool
IPSA said the Blackpool North and Cleveleys MP should repay £1,367 after he used a state-of-the-art device for campaigning purposes
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Urgent 'do not approach' 999 warning for wanted man 'actively evading the authorities'
Leyland
Lee Barr has links to Leyland, Blackburn, Darwen, Blackpool and Fleetwood
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Blackpool's £500k Levelling Up cash will 'provide much-wanted green spaces' and seats
Blackpool
Blackpool Council has previously used government funding to spend £100,000 planting 10 trees in Cookson Street
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Blackpool Wetherspoons with 'surprisingly glamorous toilets' named one of best in UK
Blackpool
"Smartest, swhishest Wetherspoons I have ever visited"
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Burnley News
Lancashire
15 East Lancashire pubs we've loved and lost and what they became
The traditional and popular boozers of Accrington, Burnley and Blackburn that are sadly no longer around
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Freaky 10ft-wall of foam like 'solid washing up liquid' bubbles down Burnley stream
Burnley
"The wall of foam was over 10 feet high and looked amazing. Then it struck me what sort of damage this could have done to wildlife there."
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BBC statement as DEPHER CIC founder James Anderson criticises investigation
Burnley
James Anderson has had his British Citizen Award rescinded following the airing of the documentary
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Burnley Council forced to explain why town hall lights were on at '5am on a Saturday'
Burnley
“I’ve checked with officers and on this particular occasion there was no early morning taking place"
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ICO statement on DEPHER CIC as 'Britain's kindest plumber' slammed in bombshell BBC documentary
Burnley
The Fundraising Regulator confirmed it is currently investigating the Burnley-based community interest company
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Lancaster News
Lancaster
Appeal after vicious hammer and machete attack on Lancaster bridge shortly after Highest Point festival
The victim was taken to hospital following the attack
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Where Lancashire's four universities stand in the latest UK rankings
Lancaster University
Lancaster University is now ranked 11th on the list while Edge Hill and the University of Cumbria have dropped down the table
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University student takes her seat at Lancaster City Council after recent by-elections
Lancaster City Council
Isabella Metcalf-Riener, known as Izzy, was welcomed by the outgoing Mayor of Lancaster, Coun Roger Dennison
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The 12 Lancashire bus routes getting a £1.3m boost as £1 fares near
Traffic and Travel
'Lancashire is a big county, public transport is crucial'
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Heartbreak as popular Lancaster bakery closes doors for good after 10 years of 'constant struggle'
Lancaster
'Bread is the oldest of things but recently, has become more of a luxury that only few can afford'
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Morecambe News
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Tyson Fury shuns face-off with Oleksandr Usyk and sends 'prayer' message
While Usyk stood staring at his rival in the customary ritual 48 hours out from the fight, Fury turned to the crowd and folded his arms
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Sue Radford 'fuming' as row erupts after husband Noel crashes motorhome
The Radford Family
"Honestly, I don't get how you've done that. I genuinely don't."
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Inside Paris Fury's 'beautiful' cabin as she treats kids to forest retreat
Paris Fury
Paris has headed across to enjoy a wholesome family holiday bursting with lots of activities
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Fear over 'bigger and bigger' campervans illegally sleeping overnight on Morecambe seafront
Morecambe
"I'm worried that people are staying the whole night and sleeping on the prom"
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Sue Radford called 'a disease' by abusive troll as fans rush to support her
The Radford Family
The 22 Kids and Counting star said "I won't tolerate it anymore"
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Preston News
Preston
Internet pervert whose phone was loaded with extreme porn believed he was chatting girl, 13
Ian Hollinghurst, of Preston, has been jailed for more than five years
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Major police presence in Preston after man 'stabbed in chest' and rushed to hospital
Preston
The incident happened shortly after 9.30am this morning and one man has been arrested on suspicion of wounding
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CCTV appeal after man attacked and robbed in street of cash and phone
Preston
Police are asking for the public's help to identify a man following an incident in Good Street, Preston
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Sunday Times Rich List 2024: Issa brothers and secretive Preston man among Lancashire's wealthiest people
Lancashire
BlueCrest Capital Management boss Michael Platt, from Preston, is the second richest person in the North West behind Manchester United investor Sir Jim Ratcliffe
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Six youths made to sign 'acceptable behaviour contracts' in ASB crackdown
Longridge
Police have warned that breaches of the contracts will result in 'further action' and possible prosecutions
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Parents have 'no regrets' over £2k fine for taking kids on holiday during term time
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Rebekah Richardson and Dale Wood are now "struggling to cope" as they are facing huge fines from their local authority
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Modifying a diesel engine to emit fuel which has not undergone complete combustion is known as 'rolling coal'
DEPHER founder James Anderson apologises over faked social media posts and 'vows to return donations'
Burnley
"I know I’ve done it wrong. I apologise. But what can I do? I haven’t got a magic stick. I’m not Harry Potter"
Sunday Times Rich List 2024: Issa brothers and secretive Preston man among Lancashire's wealthiest people
Lancashire
BlueCrest Capital Management boss Michael Platt, from Preston, is the second richest person in the North West behind Manchester United investor Sir Jim Ratcliffe
Southport
'How many boys must die before owner is allowed to drain tragic quarry?'
Three boys have drowned at East Quarry in Appley Bridge in the last 25 years
Water Village Band promises evening 'of wonderful music'... and a quiz
Lancashire News
"The evening promises wonderful music, as well as a short pub style quiz and refreshments; it should be great fun and a real village event"
Legendary Great Harwood Agricultural Show returns for Spring Bank Holiday Monday
Great Harwood
The show has been a fixture in the Hyndburn calendar for 155 years
The ground shakes as scores of schoolkids take part in Rossendale cross country run
Rossendale
“It was like a stampede when they all set off"
Piano teacher's marathon challenge for charity that helped save his life
Accrington
"The Christie’s reputation made it an easy decision"