Lancashire News

Horror as man stabbed outside pub after 'argument' with 3 men

Horror as man stabbed outside pub after ‘argument’ with 3 men

A 24-year-old man was rushed to hospital after being stabbed outside the Glasshouse pub on Lord Street, Southport, following a dispute with three other ...

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The 5 Lancashire train stations that could see improvements for passengers

The 5 Lancashire train stations that could see improvements for passengers

Rail passengers in and around Chorley could soon benefit from major station improvements aimed at enhancing sustainable travel and rail connectivity. Lancashire County Council ...

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Pub boss watched cleaner 'like a hawk' and shouted at her on a every week

Pub boss watched cleaner ‘like a hawk’ and shouted at her on a every week

A pub cleaner who was subjected to degrading harassment and constant intimidation by her boss has won a discrimination case after taking her employer ...

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I spent the day in magistrates court and observed drug charges, theft, and harassment

I spent the day in magistrates court and observed drug charges, theft, and harassment

Reporting from a Magistrates’ Court offers a unique perspective on the fast-paced nature of the legal system, especially compared to Crown Court, where cases ...

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Burnley Council plans tax increase and allowances freeze to ease costs

Burnley Council plans tax increase and allowances freeze to ease costs

Burnley Council’s executive committee has confirmed plans to recommend a 2% increase in council tax for the 2025/2026 financial year, staying below the maximum ...

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Really callous' fraudster tricked pensioner into handing over card to 'the bank

Really callous’ fraudster tricked pensioner into handing over card to ‘the bank

A pensioner from Darwen has fallen victim to a heartless banking scam, losing £4,000 after being tricked into handing over his bank cards. Police ...

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Mom's routine appointment for arthritic knee led to devastating diagnosis

Mom’s routine appointment for arthritic knee led to devastating diagnosis

What started as a routine check-up for her arthritic knee turned into a life-changing moment for Karen Dickinson, a 57-year-old IT manager from Lancaster. ...

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'Dangerous' driver attacked Lady with car door then nearly hit man as he fled

‘Dangerous’ driver attacked Lady with car door then nearly hit man as he fled

Police have launched an appeal for information following a shocking assault and dangerous driving incident near Carnforth. The incident occurred on Boxing Day (December ...

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Second homes and empty houses in Pendle face council changes to taxes tackle housing issues

Second homes and empty houses in Pendle face council changes to taxes tackle housing issues

The owners of empty homes and second properties in Pendle could soon face higher council tax charges. In an effort to encourage better use ...

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Horror as person found dead following fire breaks out at block of flats

Horror as person found dead following fire breaks out at block of flats

A tragic fire at a block of flats on Walkers Road in Oldham has claimed the life of one person. Emergency services rushed to ...

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