Lancashire Police appeal after reported sexual assault at Fubar’s Rum Bar on Blackpool Promenade
The incident took place in the early hours of Sunday morning.
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Lancashire man jailed after making nearly £1 million through illegal streaming
A Chorley man has been jailed after making almost £1 million through the sale of illegal IPTV services.
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Police appeal after woman reports sexual assault in town centre bar
Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman reported being sexually assaulted inside a Lancashire town centre bar.
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Lancashire branches to close as UK chain shutting all 106 sites in coming weeks
A major UK restaurant chain has confirmed it will close all 106 of its sites next month, including its two branches in Lancashire.
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"It took them 14 minutes to reach us!" Lancashire fire service responds to concerns over Wesham response times
“It took the fire brigade 14 minutes to reach us! Those minutes were the longest, most terrifying of my life...”
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"It took them 14 minutes to reach us!" Lancashire fire service responds to concerns over Wesham response times
“It took the fire brigade 14 minutes to reach us! Those minutes were the longest, most terrifying of my life...”
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New speed limit to take effect on part of A6 at Galgate from August 31
Lancashire County Council has approved a revised Speed Limit Order setting a 50mph limit on Main Road (A6) at Galgate, due to come into force on August 31.
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Lancashire visitors warned as Lake District chiefs crack down on fly camping over the Bank Holiday
Visitors from Lancashire are being warned as national park chiefs vow to crack down on fly-camping as thousands of day-trippers are set to head to the Lake District this Bank Holiday weekend.
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Times thunderstorms are expected to hit Lancashire today and how long they will last, according to Met Office
The Met Office has issued a warning for thunderstorms across Lancashire...
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Lancashire dog owners urged to take new photos of their pets before August bank holiday for this reason
Four dogs are stolen each day.
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Lancashire County Council provides update on dust plagued Plungington Road in Preston
The council has sent crews back to a dust-plagued Preston road after resident’s complaints.
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Lancashire rapist's appeal against sentence five years after deadline thrown out
A Lancashire man convicted of multiple historic sexual offences against two sisters has failed in a bid to overturn his convictions
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Councillor suing NHS warns tribunal backlog could undermine workers' rights
A Lancashire councillor's discrimination claim against an NHS trust has been delayed until 2027, prompting warnings that employment tribunal backlogs could undermine new workplace rights.
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East Lancs MP 'demands answers' from United Utilities over sewage spills
An East Lancashire MP has said he is “demanding answers” from United Utilities after concerns about raw sewage spills in local waterways
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Full Fibre broadband rollout begins in rural parts of Lancashire
Rural Lancashire communities are set to benefit from faster broadband as Openreach expands its Full Fibre network
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Grade II-listed clock tower could get first-ever lift for disabled visitors
Plans have been submitted to install a passenger lift inside one of Lancashire's best-known historic buildings to improve access for disabled visitors.
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Lancashire social worker wins national award for mental health research
Lancashire social worker Katy Cleece has been recognised for research aimed at improving mental health support for mothers and helping families receive earlier intervention
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Morrisons plans major EV charging hub with 8 bays at Lancashire store
Plans have been submitted to create a new electric vehicle charging hub at the Morrisons store in Lancashire.
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Drivers warned of temporary speed limit to be introduced on Lancashire road
A temporary 40mph speed limit will be introduced on Harbour Lane in Wheelton while fibre installation work is carried out
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Lancashire beat Hampshire on One-Day Cup
The Blaze secure their place in the One-Day Cup knockout phase in September as Somerset, Surrey and Lancashire also win.
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MP calls on council to pay more to save ferry service
Lancashire County Council and Wyre Council are at loggerheads over who should cover the cost.
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Lancs' kids can benefit from struggles - Bohannon
Stand-in captain Josh Bohannon hopes that Lancashire's younger players can learn from the team's struggles in the County Championship this season.
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