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'I spoke at Jeremy Corbyn rally - but I haven't joined his new party', senior Lancashire councillor explains
The leader of the official opposition on Lancashire County Council says he has not signed up to Jeremy Corbyn’s new party – in spite of speaking at an event in Preston promoting the new movement.
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27 brilliant pictures as children across Lancashire head back to school for 2025
Pupils and teachers across Lancashire returned to the classroom this week for the start of the new school year.
New detached house plan for All Hallows rectory site at Bispham
Planning approval has been granted for proposals to build a two-storey house on land at All Hallows Rectory in Bispham.
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16 beloved Fleetwood bars and pubs ranked best to worst based on Google reviews
The British pub is a cherished institution, deeply rooted in the country’s history and culture.
M6 delays and road closure after van catches fire as motorists advised to avoid the area
A road closure is also currently in place due to a van fire on the M6, junction 31 Northbound slip road.
Driver of overturned HGV on M6 taken to hospital with injuries
A lorry driver has been taken to hospital after his vehicle overturned on the M6.
M6 diversion route details after overturned lorry and oil spill causes lane closure chaos
The M6 in Lancashire is closed northbound between junction 34 (near Halton, Lancaster) and junction 35 due to an overturned lorry and fuel spill.
LIVE: Latest M6 updates as lorry overturns causing fuel spillage across 3 lanes
The M6 in Lancashire is closed northbound between junction 34 (near Halton, Lancaster) and junction 35 due to an overturned lorry and fuel spill.
Weather forecast for Lancashire this week as summer's warmth gives way to unsettled skies
As summer slips into September and evenings grow shorter, Lancashire faces a mixed week of weather.
26 new food hygiene ratings handed out to Lancashire businesses including McDonald's and The Hunters Pub
26 businesses in Lancashire have been awarded newly updated hygiene ratings by the Food Standards Agency.
Lancashire set for transport boost after getting millions from the government
Lancashire has been handed £7.6m for transport projects - more than half of a nationwide government fund.
I went to see Ocean Colour Scene at Blackpool WInter Gardens and they sounded as good as they did in the 90s
When I heard Ocean Colour Scene, Inspiral Carpets and Northside were playing in Lancashire - I knew I would have to be there, write gig reviewer Peter Sims.
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Met Office says aurora sightings possible across much of the UK - when could the Northern Lights be visible?
A Met Office video shows where and when the aurora borealis could be visible in the UK.
Clifton Road roundabout resurfacing to disrupt traffic for Blackpool shoppers and commuters this week
Motorists are being warned of potential delays as Blackpool Council carries out resurfacing works at the mini roundabout on Clifton Road, near Ashworth Road, this week
Had we been alerted earlier, we'd have secured evidence to catch Valerie Kneale's killer in Blackpool Vic
A detective told an inquest into the death of Blackpool pensioner Valerie Kneale that delays in alerting police meant vital forensic evidence was lost, leaving investigators with ‘significant limitations’ in their probe.
Lancashire schools term times 2025/2026: These are the 2025/26 term dates & holidays for Lancashire schools
The end of the summer holidays is upon us, so we’re taking a look at the term dates for the upcoming school year.
Teenage boy, 16, wanted in Blackpool for failing to attend court
A teenage boy is wanted in Blackpool for failing to attend court and breach of a court order.
Man in his 30s 'suffers facial injuries' after assault outside Walkabout bar in Blackpool
A man in his 30s suffered “facial injuries” after being attacked outside the Walkabout bar on Queen Street in Blackpool.
'Career criminal' given extra jail time for raping and attacking girl, 8, while he was teenager
A “career criminal” has been given extra time for raping and attacking a young girl, 8, while he was a teenager.
Why didn’t I just stay? I regret leaving my mum Valerie Kneale alone at Blackpool Victoria Hospital
The devastated family of stroke victim murdered in Blackpool Victoria Hospital have spoken about her death.