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The faces of 21 paedophiles, drug dealers, rapists, robbers and criminals jailed in Lancashire in June 2025
These are the faces of 21 criminals who were put behind bars in Lancashire in June 2025.
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Parental bereavement leave: What law change could mean for families experiencing miscarriage or pregnancy loss
The change acknowledges grief following pregnancy loss is just as profound, no matter when it happens
27 Lancashire businesses given new food hygiene ratings - here's what they scored
27 businesses in Lancashire have been awarded newly updated hygiene ratings by the Food Standards Agency.
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28 adorable photos of man's best friend enjoying the very first DycheHound in Burnley
Four-legged friends came together to attend the very first DycheHound in Burnley.
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UK emergency alert: Date and time of alert system test - events taking place on the day
A video explains the upcoming test of the UK’s emergency alert system which is designed to warn the public of danger.
Government parental leave review: What could change for new parents - and how to have your say
Some big changes could soon be on the way for new families 🤱
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Sadhguru interview: world-famous yogi says there are 25 years to save Britain's soil and farming industry
There are 25 years to save Britain’s soil otherwise it will eventually turn into a desert and end farming as we know it, an environmental campaigner and Indian guru has told NationalWorld.
East Lancashire Pulmonary Fibrosis Support Group in call for new members on 10th anniversary
Burnley-based East Lancashire Pulmonary Fibrosis Support Group is to celebrate its 10th anniversary this year with a call for new members.
Burnley presenter Jordan North of Capital Breakfast finally reunited with dog he rescued from River Thames
Burnley’s Jordan North has finally been reunited with the dog he rescued from the River Thames six months ago.
Shuttleworth College pupils in Padiham feel 'happy and safe' but quality of education 'requires improvement', say Ofsted inspectors
Ofsted inspectors have said a Padiham high school’s quality of education 'requires improvement’.
Former PNE, Blackpool & Burnley footballer Clarke Carlisle receives honorary UCLan title
A Premier League footballer turned mental health champion from Lancashire has been recognised with a special award by his hometown university.
Padiham nature lover Cooper aiming to raise funds for Marine Conservation Society through GoFundMe
A caring little boy from Padiham and budding environmentalist has launched his first ever fund-raising campaign for nature.
14 pictures of Shuttleworth College pupils enjoying a fabulous prom at Crow Wood in Burnley
These Burnley pupils marked the end of their high school years on a high.
Together Housing team raise money for Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice on Tolkien Trail
Housing company colleagues raised a magical sum on the Tolkien Trail for a children’s hospice.
The top 10 most popular Lancashire restaurants you need to try this July
The most popular restaurants in Lancashire have been revealed by OpenTable.
This £8.99 neck fan is flying off shelves before the heatwave hits
Stay cool this summer with a wearable neck fan that’s just £8.99—down from £29.99—and selling fast on Wowcher.
Burnley, Padiham, and Brierfield MP Oliver Ryan calls for Awaab's Law to be extended to private tenants as Government publishes draft guidance
The Burnley, Padiham, and Brierfield MP is calling for more protections for private tenants from deadly damp and mould.
13 old photos revealing how these Burnley streets looked in days gone by
These fantastic photos reveal how some of Burnley’s streets looked decades ago.
Summer crackdown on ASB and town centre crime in Burnley, Clitheroe and Colne
The Government will target Burnley, Clitheroe and Colne in a summer crime blitz.
All the new Lancashire bus services launching this month and where they go
A raft of changes are being made with more passengers now able to use the £1 evening and Sunday single fare