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Lancashire fire service ahead of national review
Lancashire’s chief fire officer has hit back at claims the service is out dated.
Jobs fair for young people organised by Lancashire County Council
Information, advice and support to help young people make the most of training and apprenticeship opportunities will be available at a special event in June.
Appeal following Morecambe shopping theft
Police have released a CCTV image of a woman they need to speak with in connection with the theft of £23 of shopping from a supermarket in Morecambe.
Lancashire charity is given a huge boost
A charity managed to raise £22,833.60 in a one day fundraising drive.
Man killed in aircraft horror
A Lancashire man has died and two members of his family are fighting for their lives following a light aircraft crash.
Couple dip into coffers to help save lives at school
A kind-hearted couple have been using their retirement fund to help save lives.
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Sport
Alastair Cook hails in-form Stuart Broad
England captain Alastair Cook hailed an in-form Stuart Broad as ‘an absolute nightmare’ for batsmen after his career-best figures blew New Zealand away to claim the first Test Lord’s.
Winger on PNE radar
Preston North End are among a string of English clubs reported to be in the hunt for Motherwell winger Chris Humphrey.
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Out-of-sorts sides want derby boost
It is derby day in the Northern League as Chorley welcome Preston to Windsor Park tomorrow.
Thumbs up from PNE star King
Jack King believes that he proved the doubters wrong during his first season in full-time football with Preston North End.
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Ashy’s ready to take it to the Max
Rufford rugby union star Max Ashcroft believes tonight is a great opportunity to showcase his talents.
Medal treble will keep Kady smiling
No matter what life has thrown at her, Kady Ward has always had a big beaming smile on her face,
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Preston gym stars are sport’s future video
Young gymnasts from across Preston have been limbering up for the inter-schools gymnastics tournament.
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Lifestyle
Chris and Pui bring Roadshow
CBeebies stars Chris and Pui are to bring their Roadshow to our city’s Charter Theatre next year.
Some Carnaby Street style
Several familiar faces front a new musical coming to Manchester Opera House next week.
Why I’m selling: Michael and Andrea Ash-McMahon
This attractive 1930s semi-detached house on a pretty tree-lined road has many improvements completed by the present owners.
Mirren beams live to the Dukes
There’s a distinct political feel to the next two National Theatre Live screenings to arrive at Lancaster’s Dukes cinema in coming weeks.
Savage Children in two dramas
The stories of two remarkable young people come Lancaster’s Dukes next week.
Blame it on the hormones
Popstar turned TV presenter and actress Toyah Wilcox is coming to Lancaster with smash hit girlie show, Hormonal Housewives. Plus a round up of the region’s theatre shows, performances and events
Community
Be part of the art and take your workplace to gallery
Preston centre workers who fancy a change of scenery will be able to set up office in a popular museum and art gallery as part of a new exhibition.
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Student tees of a winner
Laura Fairclough and her golf contemporaries have a new threat...
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Concerns over slurry ‘lagoon’ in Chorley village
Time is running out for a campaign group battling plans to set up a slurry lagoon in a Chorley village.
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The Smiths, Deadbeats and the big cheeses – all part of our big day...
For many brides, the changing of her maiden name is a big deal.
Terrapins dumped by bored pet owners
Terrified Terence the terrapin was found abandoned in a lake by callous pet owners who got fed up with providing the specialist care needed to care for the reptile.
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Boosting chances of success
Residents are being urged to muck in together to spruce up their village.
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Monday 20 May 2013
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