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The owners of a Cleveleys pub which has been closed for more than three years have confirmed it is to reopen.

The future of a large and prominent hotel on Blackpool seafront remains uncertain after the operators went into liquidation.

Part of the former Fleetwood Hospital building could be used for student accommodation in the face of a shortage of suitable provision in the area.

Blackpool Council is being recommended to continue with a procurement exercise to find a developer for the Blackpool Central site.

Demolition work has been carried out on an unsafe fire-damaged play ship in Anchorsholme Park which was targeted by arsonists last December.

Blackpool Airport Enterprise Zone continues to see significant progress, with major infrastructure projects completed, new development land released and further investment planned to support business growth and create new jobs across the Fylde coast.

Dog owners who fail to clean up after their pets could face a £250 fixed penalty notice under new measures approved by Wyre Council.

A woman has been found dead in a pond at Lowther Gardens in Lytham.

A joint multi-agency operation has led to multiple arrests, vehicle seizures and proactive activity aimed at disrupting County Lines drug dealing in Preston.

New laws regulating e-bikes and e-scooters could be introduced by the Government amid growing concerns over their misuse, with Lancashire among the most active areas in the country for enforcement action.

A long-planned new railway station for suburban Preston is finally set to get off the drawing board after the cash needed to build it was secured.

Lancashire Police has launched Fake or Real? Know the Deal, a campaign designed to help young people and families recognise and respond to the growing threat posed by artificial intelligence generated deepfakes.

There are calls for a wholesale rethink of plans to abolish and replace all of Lancashire’s councils after ministers announced the process had been paused while checks are carried out to ensure it is lawful.

Plans to abolish Lancashire’s 15 councils and replace them with four new authorities have been put on hold by the Government, pending a future review.

Vehicles are to be driven out of several Preston city centre shopping streets at the busiest times of the day.

The County Council will withdraw from its role as the coordinating authority for refugee resettlement schemes across Lancashire.

A family have paid a loving and emotional tribute to an ‘inseparable couple’ who were found deceased at a house in Hardman Street, Blackburn.

Blackburn with Darwen’s council leader has called for East Lancashire politicians to unite ahead of local government reorganisation, amid continuing tensions with Burnley over the creation of the new Pennine Lancashire authority.

Police have launched a murder investigation after two people were found dead inside a house in Blackburn.

A former boss of East Lancashire's local radio stations has been appointed to lead the East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce.

One of East Lancashire’s most recognisable landmarks could be set for a major overhaul after Burnley Council submitted plans to improve access to the Singing Ringing Tree ahead of the borough’s Year of Culture celebrations in 2027.

One of the 'most prolific' fraudsters that Lancashire County Council's Trading Standards have brought to justice has been jailed for three years and nine months.

An investigation is underway after a man who was injured during an aggravated burglary died.

Hyndburn’s MP Sarah Smith has welcomed a move to upgrade parks across the borough, admitting that she was ‘shocked’ by the state some had been left in by 14 years of austerity.

A former journalist and radio presenter says she has “a new lease of life” after switching careers to become a train driver.

From smartphone-controlled blinds to motorised garden awnings, a Lancashire family business is seeing technology transform the way people think about their homes.

Preston’s Vault Youth Zone has announced a series of holiday clubs throughout August. 

The Arc Cinema Blackpool is undergoing a major refurbishment, with luxury seating and new screens planned ahead of the summer blockbuster season.

A major refurbishment draws crowds, entertainment and charity support as EG Group relaunches flagship Blackburn Starbucks site.

Workshops, partnerships and local events accelerate support for families across Blackburn and Darwen

The operators of Guy’s Thatched Hamlet have announced they have ceased trading after 46 years.

This January the town’s only high street energy hub is celebrating Warm Welcome Week, starting on January 19.

A former journalist and radio presenter says she has “a new lease of life” after switching careers to become a train driver.

Lancashire County Council has hailed "fabulous results" in today's A-levels and offered support for students thinking of their next move.

Annie is one of the few musicals to have stood the test of time, and this latest production delighted the audience on its opening night at the Blackpool Opera House.

With everything from Bon Jovi to a bit of Blackadder - Robin Hood in Williamson Park is an absolute riot, says GREG LAMBERT.

There are some shows you watch… and there are some shows you feel.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham is taking part in the Great North Run to raise money for a homelessness charity.

A 76-year-old man has been charged with concealing his identity at an anti-immigration protest in Portsmouth after police warned they would use powers to arrest demonstrators wearing face coverings.

Elon Musk and Sam Altman have backed a call from the boss of Anthropic for the artificial intelligence (AI) industry to “slow down” to give safety measures time to catch up.

Angela Rayner has suggested ministers could still impose a cap on political donations in the wake of Reform UK’s £72 million gifts from two crypto-billionaires.

US President Donald Trump continues his visit to Ireland on Sunday after stirring up a diplomatic row hours into the trip by backing Irish unification.

Elena Rybakina proved herself to be the undisputed world number one after claiming her first US Open title.

Reform UK has received a second £36 million donation from a cryptocurrency billionaire.

Anti-migrant protesters and counter demonstrators have gathered in Portsmouth as police warned they would not tolerate incitement of fear or violence.