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Strength in Struggles CIC fundraising to open new wellbeing hub in grounds of Whalley Abbey
An organisation, dedicated to providing mental health and wellbeing support, is raising funds to transform its new hub in the Ribble Valley.
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Lancashire man proposes on Jordan North's Capital Breakfast show with help from Tom Grennan!
A man from Lancashire popped the big question live on Burnley star Jordan North’s radio show this morning.
Police release CCTV image after multiple shoplifting incidents at Next store in Colne
Police are asking for the public’s help to identify the man in a CCTV image they have released.
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Tobacco detection dogs sniff out £100k of illicit tobacco and vapes across Pendle
A pair of tobacco detection dogs have sniffed out £100,000 of illicit tobacco and vapes.
Niagara Falls and Lake Ontario feature in final talk of current series of Clitheroe based Trinity Travel Talks
Niagara Falls to the Atlantic Ocean is the subject of the next Trinity Travel Talks by Steuart and Anita Kellington.
RSPCA: Charity's East Lancashire dog kennel facing closure
A charity kennel for abused and abandoned dogs in Burnley, Pendle, and the Ribble Valley is facing closure.
Burnley chef crowned Chef of the Year at Nation’s Curry Awards
A Burnley chef has been recognised on the national stage after winning Chef of the Year at the prestigious Nation’s Curry Awards.
Police release CCTV images of men they want to speak to in connection to New Year's Day robbery in Burnley
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Police issue CCTV appeal after man attacked in Burnley town centre robbery
Officers want to speak to these two men about the incident
NHS waiting list lowest in almost three years as NHS battled busiest winter on record
Significant progress has been made cutting hospital waiting lists in East Lancashire which saw an 18.5% fall in the last year.
Apprentice from Burnley who works at Amazon’s corporate office in London encourages others to follow their dreams
An apprentice from Burnley, who works at Amazon’s corporate office in London, is encouraging others to follow their dreams.
Met Office reveals exact places it's set to snow in East Lancashire as 10cm forecast
Met Office issues yellow weather warning for ice and snow in East Lancashire, including Burnley, Pendle and Ribble Valley, with temperatures dropping to -5C.
King Charles meets young farmers at Clitheroe Auction Mart
His Majesty The King visited Clitheroe Auction Mart this week to meet farmers and rural organisations to learn more about the challenges and opportunities facing farming communities across Lancashire.
Lancashire chef Maurizio Bocchi from La Locanda named VisitEngland Tourism Superstar 2026 finalist
The chef of a popular Ribble Valley Italian restaurant has been shortlisted for a prestigious award.
New home for Raidy's burgers as Little White Horse goes gastro
The owners of a popular Burnley burger business are serving up a change of address. But it's only a bun's throw away.
Mrs Sippy and Dessert Cabin among 21 Lancashire businesses given new food hygiene ratings
A total of 21 businesses across Lancashire have received updated food hygiene ratings from the Food Standards Agency.
Burnley Council reveals gender pay gap - but not as you'd normally expect
New gender pay gap figures published by Burnley Council have revealed that, on average, women working for the authority earn slightly more than men
Cash boost for Burnley Youth Zone plan and Barden Track in council budget
A new Youth Zone in Burnley has moved a step closer after the council confirmed £2.1 million will be set aside in its 2026/27 budget.
Man with links to Nelson wanted on recall to prison
Police are looking for a man with links to Nelson who is wanted on recall to prison.
Every GP surgery in Burnley ranked by how well patients feel their needs are being met
Patients across Burnley have shared how their GP surgery is performing 🩺