• Bopara inspires Northants, Foxes edge out Lightning
    on June 4, 2025 at 9:59 pm

    Ravi Bopara produce a T20 batting masterclass to help Northamptonshire Steelbacks beat Derbyshire Falcons in a thrilling contest.

  • Hawks continue unbeaten start, Essex beat Bears
    on June 4, 2025 at 9:22 pm

    Hampshire Hawks beat Lancashire Thunder while Essex ended Warwickshire Bears’ unbeaten start to the T20 Blast Women season.

  • UK’s first KFC marks 60th birthday celebrations
    on June 4, 2025 at 4:32 pm

    The UK’s first KFC restaurant was opened in Preston in 1965 by friends of its founder Colonel Sanders.

  • Reform UK cost-cutting unit to scrutinise council
    on June 4, 2025 at 3:42 pm

    The party says the audit will help reduce waste spending but unions have pledged to any fight job cuts.

  • NHS doctor who faked degree told to pay back £400k
    on June 4, 2025 at 3:03 pm

    A woman who worked as a psychiatrist for decades using forged certificates is told to pay compensation.

  • Blackpool Tower to be taken over by council
    on June 4, 2025 at 11:00 am

    Merlin Entertainments has run Blackpool Tower on behalf of the council since 2010.

  • Blackpool boost defensive options with double swoop
    on June 4, 2025 at 8:00 am

    Blackpool sign out-of-contract defenders Fraser Horsfall and Michael Iheikwe from Stockport and Sheffield Wednesday respectively.

  • More mystery ‘Minions’ appear painted under bridge
    on June 4, 2025 at 5:10 am

    An unknown artists creating the designs has been dubbed “the Burnley Banksy” by local residents.

  • Sense of hope is key for heart patients – study
    on June 4, 2025 at 5:09 am

    A research team from Liverpool and Lancashire finds staying hopeful could have a range of benefits.

  • Vital bus routes to be protected under new law
    on June 3, 2025 at 1:26 pm

    Transport Minister Simon Lightwood revealed more about the new legislation in a visit to Blackpool.

  • Town’s post office saved after residents’ campaign
    on June 3, 2025 at 12:16 pm

    Local politicians praise families who clubbed together to launch a petition and hold several protests.

  • Man who slashed stranger’s face outside bar jailed
    on June 3, 2025 at 9:58 am

    Jordan O’Brien’s alcohol and drug-fuelled attack at a Darwen bar could have been fatal, say police.

  • Revamp of city’s cultural quarter takes first steps
    on June 3, 2025 at 5:22 am

    The work in Preston includes a new pedestrian and cycle-friendly space and contemporary lighting.

  • Boy returns after cancer to score winning goal
    on June 3, 2025 at 5:20 am

    Harry scored with his one touch of the ball to save Lostock Hall JFC from being relegated.

  • Mountain biker rescued from quarry after fall
    on June 2, 2025 at 12:34 pm

    The cyclist suffered a serious leg injury and was carried out on a stretcher by a mountain rescue team.

  • Country park parking charge plan concerns
    on June 2, 2025 at 12:05 pm

    A nearby garden centre says parking charges at Yarrow Vale Country Park would “cheese everyone off”.

  • Rapist jailed over ‘abhorrent’ attacks on woman
    on June 2, 2025 at 11:31 am

    Police say Daniel Robinson “is a dangerous man” as he is given a 22-year jail term for the rapes.

  • ‘My Britain’s Got Talent win is a dream come true’
    on June 2, 2025 at 11:07 am

    The magician from Blackpool says it has been a “whirlwind” since his win on Saturday.

  • MoD hub landscaping nods to railway heritage
    on June 2, 2025 at 5:14 am

    Plan for gardens by an MoD office is inspired by Blackpool’s railway heritage.

  • Anderson stars for Lancs, Glamorgan win first game
    on June 1, 2025 at 7:28 pm

    James Anderson takes three wickets and a catch as Lancs beat Durham, while Glamorgan defeat Middlesex in the T20 Blast.