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Ben Mee is set to miss Burnley’s Premier League game at Brentford on Saturday through injury. The Clarets captain had a knee problem in the loss to Leicester and missed Chelsea’s 4-0 thrashing last time out. Sean Dyche described the issue as a jab rather than a twist when discussing …

A drug dealer who sold heroin and cocaine to pay off his own cannabis debt has been jailed for 27 months. Hamza Ali, 20, owed a man ‘notorious for violence’ £700 and agreed to pedal Class A drugs for him in March last year. When police arrested him in Blackburn …

Blackpool have defied all odds since Neil Critchley took over the reins two years ago and with their eyes watching the board at the end of the season they have more than proven their worth. Back-to-back wins over Reading and Stoke saw the Seasiders rack up 48 points after 35 …

Petrol prices in Lancashire and the rest of the UK continue to rise. Amid a cost of living crisis that is affecting food and energy bills, price hikes at the pump are adding to the mounting pressure on daily life. Even at some of the county’s cheapest filling stations, prices …

A homebuilding company behind new residential developments around Skelmersdale and West Lancashire is to be wound up by the Borough Council that owns it, following a ruling by Conservative councilors and others. The decision angered some Labor advisers. Some claim that more than £1million of public money could now be …

Burnley have been handed a further Premier League fixture after Southampton’s FA Cup win over West Ham on Wednesday night. The Clarets were due to host the Saints on Saturday March 19 in a televised evening on Sky Sports. But Ralph Hassenhuttl’s side will now be in the FA Cup …

One of Blackburn’s billionaire brothers, Issa, is set to launch a new supermarket. Asda co-owner Zuber Issa will open Euro Groces in his hometown of Blackburn, BusinessLive reports. It is reported that his brother Mohsin is not involved in the new venture. READ MORE:Blackburn’s Issa brothers monitor controversial plot where …

Work is due to start in July on a multi-million pound project to renovate historic buildings in Blackpool town center and convert them into a hub for start-up businesses. The rejuvenation scheme for council-owned Stanley buildings between Church Street and Caunce Street is being funded by the station’s £39m Town …

Three weather warnings are in place in Lancashire and Cumbria heading into the weekend. A yellow weather warning for ice is in effect until 9am this morning (February 19), this covers all of Cumbria and Lancashire. Storm Eunice hit the county yesterday with gales over 80 mph and it left …

There are an endless supply of hotels and B&Bs in Blackpool, in fact there are so many that it can be difficult to work out where is best to stay or where you will find the best deal. We have seen both sides of the coin. Often a low room …

Former Rovers and Blackpool striker David Goodwillie will not play for new club Raith Rovers despite signing two days ago. Goodwillie signed a two-and-a-half-year contract with the Scottish side after joining from Clyde, but there was a backlash when he arrived. The former Scotland international was found to be a …

It’s a title any hotelier would no doubt strive to avoid, but it was Britannia Hotels that was officially crowned the worst in the country. Britannia Hotels have been historic holders of the label for almost a decade and for the ninth consecutive year the annual survey by consumer group …

A semi-professional footballer and weightlifter for Team GB is about to open a new gym in an empty industrial unit in Burnley. A planning application has been submitted to Burnley Borough Council to change the use of a unit at Kestrel Court in Hapton from storage to personal training. The …

Council tax in Blackpool is set to rise by 2.99 per cent this year, with town hall bosses set to withdraw a further £8.6million from the resort’s budget. However, there are no mandatory job cuts this year and city services such as libraries and leisure centers have been protected. There’s …

Plans have been revealed to build 52 new homes on part of Marton Moss previously slated to become part of a wider Kensington Developments scheme. Rowland Homes has submitted a full planning application to council seeking permission for a mix of two to five bedroom, semi-detached and detached properties on …

The start of the week is expected to be gray for most of us in Lancashire, with a few spells of rain in some areas later in the week. Temperatures are unlikely to reach double digits or drop below freezing and should largely avoid any dramatic downpours. Some areas can …

It’s somewhat of a guessing game trying to predict Burnley’s squad for their Premier League return to Arsenal on Sunday. The Clarets haven’t kicked the ball since losing to Huddersfield Town in the FA Cup earlier this month and have seen several players test positive for Covid since. It forced …

Proposals have been put forward to convert the Odeon Cinema in Blackpool into a trampoline park, indoor golf course or bowling alley amid speculation the building may no longer be used as a cinema after next year. According to planning documents, the cinema chain’s lease is due to expire in …

A woman was caught having sex with a man on a grassy edge after trying to break into cars, a court has heard. Corallena Loveridge, from Blackburn, was spotted in the act by a witness who called the police fearing she was the victim of a sexual assault, with officers …

A coroner has highlighted how a 14-week-old baby girl died following missed opportunities to anticipate complications after certain medical details were not fully reported. An inquest at Accrington Town Hall heard how Elsie-Lynn Ganley was born prematurely at 26 weeks on November 26, 2020 in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit …

Blackburn Rovers may have survived without Ryan Nyambe’s presence in the win over Cardiff City, but his red card dismissal presents an intriguing dilemma for Tony Mowbray and his coaching staff. Rovers are in action again on Wednesday night as they travel to MKM Stadium to complete their rescheduled game …

Burnley transfer target Seko Fofana first arrived in England aged 18 but if the Clarets were able to secure a deal for the midfielder he would return as one of the France’s most successful players. The Ivory Coast international joined Man City as a teenager, and immediately comparisons were drawn …

Selling Chris Wood to Newcastle United would be an indication that Burnley has raised the white flag, believes former England stopper Rob Green. The Magpies have an interest in the Clarets forward and there has been speculation that there was a release clause in his Turf Moor contract. If that …

Police are concerned about the disappearance of two teenage girls from Blackpool who were last seen yesterday morning (January 10). Caitlyn Morgan and Alicia Bond are both missing in the Bispham Road area of ​​the complex and are believed to be still in town and together. Read more:Two women and …

Blackburn Rovers manager Tony Mowbray has called Ryan Nyambe’s contractual situation shameful in light of the lingering uncertainty over his future. Nyambe is one of the many key first-team players who are in possession of a contract which expires at the end of the current campaign. Rovers has been in …

Two NHS workers who have worked tirelessly throughout the pandemic were devastated to return from their shifts on Christmas Day to find they had been robbed, including vital savings that had been spent on treating IVF. Jodie Toal and her partner Jamie are both health assistants and spent Christmas Day …

Gary Neville admits he fears for Burnley’s chances of survival in the Premier League, but still believes the Clarets could pull off an act of survival. Sean Dyche’s side are in the last three ahead of Thursday’s game at Manchester United, but after seeing their last three games canceled due …

A Lancashire town with high Covid rates is likely a sign of what’s to come in the county, a health official has warned. Cases in the town of Darwen last week reached more than 1,000 per 100,000 inhabitants, placing the region among the highest in the UK. Dominic Harrison, director …

Burnley may have been out in the last two Premier League games but they haven’t lost ground to their relegation rivals heading into Christmas. Sean Dyche’s side were due to face Aston Villa on Saturday afternoon until the game was postponed after a Covid-19 outbreak at Bodymoor Heath meant Steven …

Big-hearted staff at a popular Lancashire pub are raising funds to help a ‘smiling’ and ‘laughing’ toddler with several serious health issues. Two-year-old Scarlett Steeden-Smith from Blackpool suffers from cerebral palsy, a cyst in her brain and chronic kidney disease. Scarlett and her twin sister Beatrix were born at Royal …

Blackburn Rovers manager Tony Mowbray has confirmed that a player and staff member have tested positive for Covid-19. The player in question has reportedly tested positive after the return trip from Bournemouth and had three close contacts. Of those contacts, two of the players are eligible to feature this weekend …

Welcome to the LancsLive Traffic Blog where you will find the latest updates from all over Lancashire. LancsLive will be keeping an eye on Lancashire’s extensive motorway network as well as the A and B routes. We will also be taking a look at the railway lines and general traffic …

Welcome to the LancsLive Traffic Blog where you will find the latest updates from all over Lancashire. LancsLive will be keeping an eye on Lancashire’s extensive motorway network as well as the A and B routes. We will also be taking a look at the railway lines and general traffic …

Most parts of Lancashire and the Lake District will be affected by heavy rains tomorrow (December 9) following flooding in parts of the county due to Storm Barra. Most of the county will see showers throughout the day, with a few sunny intervals in places. The strong wind from Storm …

A guest at the Norbreck Castle Hotel said the “scruffy” hotel caused a nightmare stay for her and her autistic daughter. Stephanie Hughes, from Newcastle, stayed at the Norbreck Castle Hotel in Blackpool last month with her daughter. They had come to the resort so her daughter could participate in …

A racist thug called his German neighbor a “Nazi scum” and threatened to burn his face in a row in a parking lot, a court said. Paul Darren Marr, 50, lashed out at Norbert Letsch and said he would stab him after his car was allegedly scratched in their shared …

Alarming footage was shared of a group attacking emergency services with fireworks on Bonfire Night. Lancashire Constabulary released the CCTV footage in an attempt to locate the offenders, who launched the assault on the fire trucks on November 5. In the video, a group can be seen throwing numerous fireworks …

Wind warnings were issued ahead of the weekend as a low pressure system is expected to bring strong gusts and heavy rain on Friday and Saturday, with even sleet and snow forecast in some spots. The strongest winds are expected to arrive in northern Scotland on Friday afternoon and then …

One of the swans who died in a Blackpool park has tested positive for bird flu, it has been confirmed. Three swans have died in Stanley Park after showing symptoms of the disease, also known as bird flu. The Blackpool Council says a total of 15 birds died with similar …

Have you ever been to another town or village, impressed with the shops, facilities and restaurants they have and find yourself thinking, ‘I wish Lancashire had one’? While Lancashire as a whole is blessed with some great places to eat, shop, and explore, there are still many of those places …

A jury has heard that a woman who was allegedly murdered by her boyfriend Jordan Monaghan did not like taking medication. Evie Adams, 24, died of a fatal overdose of tramadol and diazepam on October 24, 2019. Monaghan, 30, denies the murder of Ms Adams, as well as the murders …

Overall Lancashire will have a lot of low cloud today with haze and hill fog in many places. However, this will improve slightly throughout the day, with the development of a brighter period. The rain will arrive from southeast Cumbria at dusk and then move to the southeast during the …

Four Lancashire towns have been named in the dreaded list of ‘worst places to live in the UK’. The list is published annually by iLiveHereUK and is made up of thousands of votes. In Lancashire, Burnley, Blackpool, Blackburn and Accrington had the worst 50. READ MORE: Four Lancashire towns voted …

A woman who provided transport for a murder plot, a mum who left her children at home to go and make knife threats and a caregiver who robbed vulnerable people are among those locked in Lancashire in recent weeks . All the women have presented crimes committed so serious that …

Blackburn Rovers manager Tony Mowbray has spoken at length about the criticism on social media and the support he believes his players need. His side were beaten 0-7 at home to Fulham in midweek – a record-breaking home loss for Rovers as a club football. Mowbray has just a few …

Jay Rodriguez says no discussions have yet taken place over extending his contract with the Clarets. The Burnley-born forward returned to his hometown club in 2019 and his contract expires at the end of the season. The 32-year-old has struggled to start this tenure, making it just one in the …

Blackpool’s very first Winter Pride event is set to take place this weekend in the iconic Winter Gardens. The Blackpool Pride Committee announced this morning that the one-day celebration will take place on November 6 with an entertainment lineup that will appeal to everyone. The full-day event will be open …

An iconic McDonald’s burger is as bad for the environment as driving 15 miles, a new analysis suggests. With the COP26 underway in Glasgow this week, the magnifying glass shows how each of our actions has an impact on the state of the planet as we know it. New analysis …

The old saying goes that love is a roller coaster – but that’s literally the case with a man from Leeds who asked his partner to marry him on one of the world’s most infamous roller coasters. Jamie Scrutton, from Leeds, decided to ask about the ‘Big One’ at Blackpool …

Burnley’s win over Brentford provided the first three Premier League points of the season and ended a long wait for a top-level home win. The Clarets were at their best in the first half to overthrow the Bees and ultimately register a 3-1 victory against Thomas Frank’s side. Sean Dyche …

A Blackpool hotel responded to a notice that its rooms were “too small”, telling the customer that they wished to present the “FACTS” about their reservation. Blackpool is renowned for its wide variety of holiday accommodation. From its B & Bs to its hotels, there are plenty of places to …

After announcing himself for the Championship stage against the Wycombe Wanderers with a goal and an assist, Tyrhys Dolan was at his best a week later when the Blackburn Rovers last visited Pride Park. Tony Mowbray’s side triumphed 4-0, scoring 11 goals in their first three league games as a …

Burnley withdrew from the Carabao Cup with a disappointing 1-0 loss to Tottenham on Wednesday night. The first half was a forgettable affair, with neither team having a shot on target. Spurs made the breakthrough midway through the second period when Lucas Moura was given the freedom of the penalty …

The Blackpool council posted grim images inside the Metropole Hotel, which was criticized for its poor food hygiene in a recent report. The Princess Parade hotel has been welcoming asylum seekers since last month (September), but an inspection carried out on August 26 concluded that it needed to make a …

A mother of two left her children at home in a house full of drugs as she went out and threatened an innocent couple with a knife. Danielle Orrell, 33, had a tent in her bedroom with cannabis plants growing in it, as well as cocaine and amphetamines in the …

Ralph Hassenhuttl is confident Adam Armstrong will eventually get back in shape after the former Blackburn Rovers striker was relegated to a substitute role in Southampton’s last two matches. Armstrong made a dream start to his Premier League career following his £ 15million transfer from Rovers, scoring in the first …

It was a sight we had all dreaded. Daniel Ayala, with a full preseason behind him, appeared to be a reborn player in the first quarter of the current campaign, but there has always been an underlying concern about his injury history. A feeling of inevitability, one might argue. And …

A triple Michelin-awarded chef believes a Lancashire village can become one of the best restaurants in the country. Tim Allen has graced the highest caliber of restaurants in London and in Oxfordshire and the Cotswolds. His next adventure will see him go it alone to start his first restaurant – …

Midfielder Jack Cork has revealed there is an option to extend his contract with the Clarets for another year, providing security for the player and the club given the number of stars whose contracts expire this summer. Cork, who returns to former club Southampton with Burnley in the Premier League …

A Liverpool father was killed instantly when his motorbike crashed into a tree off the A59 near Clitheroe. Richard Michael Walters, known to friends and family as Ricky, was traveling to Scarborough and returning on Sunday June 6 of this year when the collision occurred. The 56-year-old was on his …

Tony Mowbray has vowed that the time of young Blackburn Rovers forward Dan Butterworth will come after experiencing a tough game in the loss to QPR. The 22-year-old made his first start of the season for the Rovers last night, having made a few brief substitute appearances so far. He …

Sky Sports expert David Prutton is predicting a share of the loot when the Blackburn Rovers face Queens Park Rangers tonight. Tony Mowbray’s side travel to the capital to take on an R side who were beaten by Fulham last time around. The Rovers, meanwhile, felt like it was two …

Blackpool and Chorley are two areas in Lancashire which saw a significant increase in the number of daily coronavirus cases on Sunday. A total of 825 people have tested positive for the virus in Lancashire in the past 24 hours, according to data from Public Health England released this afternoon. …

A huge £ 125million eco-project bid in Morecambe Bay, due to open in 2024, will be considered in January, it has been confirmed. A planning request for the £ 125million Eden North project in Morecambe was submitted to council planners in August. The ambitious project, a tourist attraction based on …

A plan for future bus services around Blackpool has been agreed and is expected to be submitted to the government by the end of this month. All councils must publish a bus service improvement plan in order to be eligible for a share of a £ 3 billion pot of …

Residents of West Lancashire are calling for change following a series of accidents in Burscough. They called the A59 between Burscough and Rufford on Moss Lane “dangerous” and a particular place where incidents occur – incidents which have resulted in fatalities. The last collision along this stretch occurred around 12:30 …

His capture was unexpected but the presence of Tayo Edun is a welcome addition nonetheless. Signed for an undisclosed six-figure fee from Lincoln City, the 23-year-old epitomizes the caliber of player the Blackburn Rovers seek in their recruiting program. The club’s inability to sign a striker in the dying hours …

The owner of a Blackpool hotel hit back at a TripAdvisor reviewer who said he “didn’t understand personal space at all”. The guest, who stayed at the Somerville Hotel in June, decided to leave a review about his stay two months later. User Lizzy21 called the hotel “mediocre” and said …

Blackpool may be famous for its Illuminations display – but the lighting in some of its side streets has been criticized for being too dim. Now calls have been made for brighter street lighting as part of a £ 5million system upgrade. City Councilor Gary Coleman said at a Tourism, …

Whether you are walking around Lancashire this weekend or planning to stay closer to home, it is always worth being prepared for whatever the weather throws at you. This Saturday and Sunday (October 9 and 10), the general forecast is mostly dry for the most part, with parts of the …

Joe Hilton is hoping his Hamilton Academical loan will serve him well for more playing time when he returns to the Blackburn Rovers. The 21-year-old is currently north of the border at Accies in a bid to get more playing time under his belt in the Scottish Championship. Hilton has …

Ben Whiteman and Ryan Ledson are one game away from a suspension that could see them miss the crunch derby with Blackpool later this month. The midfielder duo have both been booked four times so far in the Championship and one more warning will amount to a ban. North End …

Police are “extremely concerned” for the safety of a teenage girl who went missing after visiting a McDonald’s restaurant in Blackburn. Alisha Butler, of Catterall, has not been seen since 4:15 p.m. yesterday (October 5). Lancashire Police said the 14-year-old had frequented McDonald’s on Livesey Branch Road but had since …

Police are becoming “increasingly concerned” for the welfare of a missing Blackburn man who has not been seen for 11 days. Louis Richards left Blackburn town center on Friday September 24 and proceeded to Preston station. He was then seen on CCTV at Lloyds Bank in Walthamstow, London, around 11 …

A misconduct hearing at a former Lancashire Police Station guard sergeant learned how a new computer system installed at county police stations in 2016 could have changed the way some officers spoke to people under arrest and assessed their risks. The computer system has also “stressed” some officers across the …

A couple who stopped to check room availability at a Promenade hotel were stressed and “out of breath” after being fined for parking. Georgina Lister, 61, a business assistant from West Lothian, Scotland, visited Blackpool on August 3 with her partner Nigel for the first time after descending from the …

Jurors watched shocking footage which showed the moment a motorist drove his van “deliberately” on an electric scooter driver at Bamber Bridge. Samuel Bretherton of Leyland was on trial today (October 4) at Preston Crown Court charged with the murder of Ben Smith – a charge he denies. The jury …

The Lancaster City Council Green leader dismissed accusation that she had taken “cheap punches” against the area MP over the Eden Project North talks, but apologized for the way she had made a written statement. City council chief Caroline Jackson also insisted the council is still seen as a trusted …

Family event Winter Gardens Wonderland is about to sled down to Blackpool for the holiday season. The winter treat will include a Santa Claus cave and magical shows, while visitors can browse the wooden chalets of the Bavarian-style Christmas markets. The festivities will take place indoors and outdoors from November …

Tony Mowbray believes Ben Brereton Diaz “was not very good” in the first half of the Blackburn Rovers’ loss to Blackpool and believes the forward is still a young player with a lot to learn. The 22-year-old started the season on fire for Rovers and scored his tenth goal of …

Under the Bloomfield Road grandstand are two small Community Trust rooms, outfitted with orange plastic seats, tables, a projector and a commercial pie warmer. As I indulged in a plastic coffee mug, procrastinating in front of my laptop screen, I had completely forgotten that the press area would be located …

A local group of creatives have set up poignant exhibits in downtown Preston to highlight the threats and harassment women in the city have faced over the years. Aunty Social has created a group of friends who share a common interest in creating unique works of art, exhibits and pieces …

Blackburn Rovers’ teenage ace Tyrhys Dolan has expressed his desire to represent England at the Under-20 level – and why wouldn’t he? The forward has appeared in every Rovers Championship game so far this campaign, scoring three goals in all competitions, halfway to his total from the previous season. Following …

A Blackpool family have paid tribute to a ‘hero’ father who died suddenly after developing a blood clot. Pat Meehan, 74, died on September 7 and has been described by his son, Patrick, as a “hero” who taught him “a lot about the world and its people”. Read more:Children cry …

National Highways North West has indicated that a section of the M65 eastbound is currently closed due to a traffic accident. The closure runs from junction 10 (for Burnley, Padiham and the A671) to junction 12 (for Nelson and Brierfield). Lancashire Traffic Police are currently on the scene, while traffic …

It was his first Premier League start to the season and you could tell Matej Vydra was serious. In less than 15 minutes at Leicester City, he had already created a few half-chances, worried the Foxes endline with his pace and moves and collapsed to tie the game. By the …

The Blackpool council has agreed to “explore options” for new paintings following complaints of racism from two Native Americans on a lighted display. Located north of Blackpool Promenade, the 1960s ‘Wild West’ light show features six men wearing their hair around a totem pole. A letter of complaint from the …

A man suffered life-changing injuries after being punched where part of his skull was missing. The assault took place in downtown Blackburn on Clayton Street, near the Salvation Inn, around 4:30 p.m. on April 26. Brendan Duff has since been jailed for three years for the assault, after appearing in …

There are delays on the M6 ​​this morning after a collision near Preston. Highways England reported the incident around 8:30 a.m. this morning (September 26) with the southbound carriageway completely stopped while emergency services and traffic officers attended the scene. Shortly after, Highways confirmed that it was working to open …

Seeing Cardiff City concede goals as easily as was illustrated in the loss to Blackburn Rovers is not a regular appearance and Mick McCarthy will not be a happy man. That’s the point of view of former Blackpool, QPR and Crystal Palace boss Ian Holloway. The Rovers put the Bluebirds …

M62 will be closed in both directions today (September 25) after a serious collision last night in which a woman was killed. The closure is expected to be in place until “mid-afternoon,” as police investigations continue following the incident between junction 7 and junction 8 on the highway. Traffic was …

Burnley City Council is seeking to appropriate the city’s main shopping center. The local authority made an offer for the Charter Walk complex which went on sale in June. Council bosses have asked officers to bid for the mall in the middle of Burnley. It would be lower than the …

A Blackpool hotel has come under fire after two newlyweds claimed they were heartbroken on their honeymoon due to the condition of their accommodation. Sonya Cunningham has booked a week at the Alumhurst Hotel on Charnley Road in Blackpool to celebrate her honeymoon with her husband. She said they had …

The 16.9-acre residence has become one of the most viewed properties on RightMove A “phenomenal property” which can be found in an unpretentious location at the end of Brierley Lane, Preston, has become one of the UK’s most viewed properties. The seven-bedroom property is currently listed as a ‘POA’, which …

A campaign to save a couple’s outdoor enclosure has gathered thousands of supporters after they were told it may need to be demolished. Blackpool couple Lorraine and Adrian Marshall installed the darling ‘catio’ in June outside their home in Pedder’s Lane after three of their beloved cats were tragically killed …

It’s no secret that Blackpool has a plethora of original and independent businesses. Stroll through several of its seaside streets and you are sure to find a number of uniquely named businesses or slogans designed to capture your attention. After all, Blackpool is a busy place where everyone competes for …

Ball numbers have been confirmed for the Carabao Cup round of 16 draw tonight. The draw takes place around 10 p.m. and will follow the end of Manchester United’s game against West Ham United, with Burnley and Preston North End in the hat. Sean Dyche’s men took out Rochdale at …

Police are calling for cell phone footage after a ‘shocking’ scuffle broke out between Burnley and Arsenal fans on Turf Moor. Officers responded to reports of unrest involving the two groups of supporters during the match on Turf Moor on Saturday (September 18th). Footage of the scene, captured by LancsLive, …

The draw for the fourth round of the Carabao Cup takes place Wednesday evening around 10 p.m. This will follow the conclusion of Manchester United’s game against West Ham United, with Burnley and Preston North End in the hat. Sean Dyche’s men took out Rochdale at Turf Moor on Tuesday …

A dog owner said he was pushed to the ground after a “pack” of Dobermans attacked his whippet. George Moore was walking his whippet, Barney, along Crosby Beach last night (Sunday) when four Dobermans “appeared out of nowhere”. The Liverpool Echo reported that Barney was ‘surrounded’ by the four Dobermans …

A single mother from Blackburn is raising money for an oxygen tank for her “baby boy” who depends on oxygen at night due to a rare lung disease. ‘Train mad’ Harry was diagnosed with NEHI (Early Childhood Neuroendocrine Hyperplasia) in August 2019, just months before his third birthday. It arose …

A controlling boyfriend picked up her partner’s phone and dictated what she was allowed to wear, a court heard. Kamran Uddin, 22, didn’t let his girlfriend come home from work alone and insisted he meet her at the end of his shift. The control behavior escalated and on May 31 …

It always seems pretty surreal to have fans returning to football stadiums, let alone including outside fans in the mix. After more than a year of closed-door matches, fans across the country are making their voices heard, traveling across the country to support their team. As much as we love …

A father of three who sold cocaine to pay off a drug debt has been jailed for 27 months. Paul Hopkinson, 40, was in a VW Passat with two other men when she was pulled over at Preston Road, Chorley on September 15 last year. Officers noticed a strong smell …

There have been 873 confirmed cases of Covid-19 in Lancashire in the past 24 hours, according to Public Health England. More than 100 cases have been recorded in Blackpool and Preston. The number of new infections is down slightly from 893 yesterday, but up from 718 cases confirmed on Wednesday …

The Blackburn Rovers make a change from the squad that beat Hull City on Tuesday night as Ian Poveda returns from injury to take Leighton Clarkson’s place. The change will see Poveda operate to the right of an attacking trio alongside Ben Brereton and Tyrhys Dolan while John Buckley returns …

A Lancashire University has been named the best of its kind at a prestigious annual award. Edge Hill University was awarded the title of Modern University of the Year in The Times and the Sunday Times Good University Guide 2022. Ormskirk Institution also achieved its highest ranking in the General …

A violent thug used his uncle’s identity to fraudulently obtain a door supervisor qualification and a license from the Security Industry Authority (SIA). Bernard Holmes, 35, of Bolton Road, Blackburn was given a suspended jail sentence after a court heard he had set up a security company and provided door …

Tributes were paid to a popular adviser who was remembered as a gentleman and a hard worker. Councilor Tom Blane, who represented North Meols at West Lancashire Borough Council, has been described as a caring man who has always had the best interests of residents at heart. Beloved by his …

A ‘near miss’ road incident that ‘almost killed a boy’ in Skelmersdale has prompted calls for a traffic safety pass in the city. Support worker Matthew Wright, who works at the Ecumenical Center in Skelmersdale, said he and his wife witnessed a child who was nearly killed by a taxi …