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The first finalists of the Lancashire Tourism Awards 2027 have been announced

First finalists of the Lancashire Tourism Awards 2027 announced

Huge update on new Preston Davey vigil for baby murdered by ex-teacher Jamie Varley

Update on Blackpool Preston Davey vigil for baby killed by ex-teacher

Blackpool MP Chris Webb has promised to take the fight for a public inquiry into the safeguarding failures that cost little Preston Davey his life to highest level ‘at the first possible opportunity’.

Pressure builds on PM as public inquiry call for baby backed by 106k

I saw Blackpool's killer teacher Jamie Varley hear he will die in prison for Preston Davey's murder but saw no remorse

I saw Blackpool's baby killing teacher told he will die in prison

David Thomas with son Matthew.

Celebrated Lancashire hairdresser and fundraiser diagnosed with MND

The Tangerine Group project in Wrea Green will include a new Global Headquarters at Greenlands Farm and a substantial upgrade of The Villa, which they purchased in October last year.

Fylde group unveils new £20m global HQ in Wrea Green

33 of the best World Book Day costumes from across Lancashire

33 of the best World Book Day costumes from across Lancashire

A pupil at Kirkham and Wesham Primary School celebrates world book day

25 photos of Fylde coast youngsters all dressed up for World Book Day

L: Ziggy age 5 as David Bowie. R: Louie age 7 as Mr Bean

22 of the best costumes from World Book Day 2025 in Lancashire

Blackpool magician Harry Moulding won Britain's Got Talent.

Britain's Got Talent winner to headline at Preston Family Fest

The late Paul Fiddler (centre) playing football

Ex-pro footballers line up for memorial match for 'legend' Paul

Former BAE Systems chief test pilot Craig Penrice

I ejected from a plane not once but twice as an RAF pilot

Lancashire's most famous stars pst and present

17 of the most famous people from Lancashire in 2025

The event will take place in Avenham-and-Miller-Park from Friday until Sunday.

21 of the best places to take a date in Lancashire in 2025

Podcasts from National World have been shortlisted 15 times at the 2025 Publisher Podcast Awards

National World's podcasts shine in Publisher Podcast Awards shortlist

25 of Lancashire's top cafes and coffee shops for you to try in 2025
Have you been searching for a good coffee spot? Here are 25 cafes to try in Lancashire.
Jack Marshall

A new documentary looks into the brutal killing of 9 year old Annette Wade

My sister was murdered. I found out via old news article in the loft

Burger

I'd happily eat at any of them! Lancashire's top 21 burger restaurants

Soft play

I need something to entertain the kids! 17 play areas for a rainy day

Valentine's Day (Generic photo: Adobe Stock)

Your top 21 date spots in Lancashire to try on Valentine's Day 2025

Celebrities and readers react to Tyson Fury's retirement announcment. Credit: Getty

Tyson Fury fans & his fellow stars react to news of his retirement

According to the readers of the Lancashire Post and Blackpool Gazette. Credit: Vinicius Benedit on Pexels

11 best places to grab sushi in Lancashire according to you

With his cap at a jaunty angle, Lawrence Dunnagan poses for a wartime
photograph.

'They moulded my imagination and moral outlook'

Picture by Getty

21 indie Lancashire retailers so you can shop local this Christmas

A stunning shot of Rivington Pike on a sunny day.

I think everyone should see Blackpool at least once in their life!

The scene of the crash in Poulton Street, Kirkham on Saturday morning (November 23). Credit: Edgar St

Scene of Preston to Blackpool bus crash in town centre

I went to cJAM to meet Lancashire’s young journalists of the future
This year, cJAM was bigger and better than ever.
Jack Marshall

Four of the names that got the most mentions

The 17 most famous people from Lancashire decided by you

Women who have been raped are to be given free access to transcripts from their court cases: Picture: Adobe Stock

I survived my ex who raped & abused me as I lay next to my children

Silent Crime: Burglaries across Lancashire

Burglary is intrusive, it has a lasting impact on victims & community

Picture: Getty Images

Most farmers in Lancs have been a victim of crime at some time

Data showed shoplifting in the Lancashire had hit a record high, with a 20 per cent increase year on year

Shoplifting isn't a new thing - it amazes me how they get away with it

Special Article: Shoplifting

I've seen shoplifters threaten my charity shop colleagues with a knife

Online trolls targeted the families of Nicola Bulley and Jay Slater

We're calling on PM Keir Starmer to stop online trolls in their tracks

25 of the best Lancashire restaurants that you should visit

It is the third message for Mark Menzies to appear outside the address in Clifton Drive, Ansdell since the scandal which saw the Fylde MP suspended from the Conservative Party last month.Credit: Kath Coops

Mark Menzies trolled again by mystery homeowner over 'sleaze' scandal

Murderer Stuart Diamond from Blackpool on his arrest.

MoJ responds to fears notorious Lancashire murderer is set for release

Olly Alexander representing Great Britain with the entry 'Dizzy' performs during a rehearsal for the first semi-final of the 68th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest. Credit: TT News Agency/AFP via Getty Ima

People of Lancashire react to the return of Eurovision

Mandy Holmes sadly died after falling from a bridge over the M6 at Barnacre, near Preston

Woman who died on M6 to get 'funeral she deserves' after £4k raised

Aimee Seddon shares her experience of what it's been like trying to get on the property ladder. Main image credit: Tom Rumble on Unsplash

I'm 25 and I'm finally looking at leaving home and getting a mortgage

According to the readers of the Lancashire Post and Blackpool Gazette. Credit: Vinicius Benedit on Pexels

Best places to grab sushi in Lancashire according to you

Lancashire Apprenticeship Award winners 2023 at Preston North End FC

2024 finalists of Lancashire Apprenticeship Awards announced

Take a look at some of the fab costumes seen across the Fylde Coast

World Book Day part 1: 33 photos of Fylde Coast's bookworms

A jury took less than two hours to unanimously find Fitzgerald not guilty.

Boxing champion Scott Fitzgerald found not guilty of rape

Scott Fitzgerald says he wants to relaunch his boxing career after being found not guilty of rape

Scott Fitzgerald ready to relaunch career after being found not guilty

A collage of the cutest Lancashire pets.

Lancashire's 50 cutest animals sent in by readers

The late Nicola Bulley, 45

Remembering Nicola Bulley one year since she went missing

Just Eat driver spotted riding an electric bicycle on the M6 in Lancashire.

Just Eat driver rides an electric bike on the M6 in Lancashire

Skin A&E are looking for new participants. Credit: Moose Photos on Pexels

Hit TV show looking for people in Lancashire with skin conditions

The Post Office is under intense scrutiny

Post Office: editor says sorry for adding to ex-sub-postmistress' distress

Paula Vennells

Your reaction to strip Paula Vennells of CBE petition after ITV drama

Interiors shop unexpected closure shocks customers

Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour movie

Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour movie - ultimate experience with musical megastar

John Gilly Gillmore during his hospital radio days

BBC Radio Lancs legend John Gillmore talks career highlights ahead of final show

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