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Shocked motorists are currently doing a double take as a swan strutting down the M6 has shut three lanes.

Breaking Swan shuts three lanes on motorway

Peter Bebbington also created social media profiles under a false name before sending sexually harassing messages to female profiles who were strangers to him.

Man who secretly filmed schoolgirls jailed

Lancashire Police discovered shrink-wrapped wheels of Gouda cheese containing £450m cocaine

Watch: Moment police find huge cocaine haul in massive cheese wheels

Slater Lane has been closed at the junction with School Lane to allow for the utilities to reinstate the road safely.

Temporary road closure on busy road expected to last until Sunday

Total Fitness gym in Preston

Breaking Man charged with 11 offences of sexual assault against women at gym

The SpudBros have spoken exclusively to the Lancashire Post on what their home city means to them

"Preston, potatoes and people" - SpudBros on what home means to them

Main image: Preston city cente. Inset: Chair of Preston BID, John Boydell

Future of Preston BID confirmed following ballot of local businesses

'Totally bonkers': leaders blast council merger rethink for all these reasons

Total ban on vapes for children comes into affect

Traffic and Travel

The Emu was spotted along Ashton Road in Lancaster.

Emu causes a stir on Lancaster road

Northern issues travel disuption and slippery rails warning across Lancashire and Manchester

Travel disruption and slippery rails warning

Based out of Liverpool airport, you can now fly business class with Jet2 for the first time. A specially configured aircraft features 76 business class seats and premium comfort

You can now fly VIP business class on Jet 2 from Liverpool airport

Birkacre Road in Chorley is temporarily closed today between its junctions with Coppull Road and Butterworth Brow to allow emergency water mains replacement works to take place.

Emergency water works shuts busy road for days

The M6 northbound and southbound were both closed at J20 in Warrington due to a collision.

M6 back to normal after early hours crash

The M6 northbound and southbound are both currently closed at J20 in Warrington due to a collision.

Emergency services shut motorway in both directions

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Cheers! War Horse pub reopens after whopping makeover
The much-loved War Horse pub in Buckshaw Village, has officially reopened today following a major, six figure investment.

Michael Mullins, who was mowed down and dragged for more than a mile to his death as he became trapped underneath a car

Motorist who mowed down cyclist found guilty of murder
Headteacher Michael Mullins was cycling home from school when he was struck by Simon Richardson’s car and dragged for more than a mile. Family members in the public gallery were in tears as Richardson was found guilty of murder.

Preston author Ian Stagg Andrew with 'Secrets of the Forgotten Bones, the second book in his 'The Forgotten Bones Trilogy'.

Preston author turns real-life ghostly encounter into chilling trilogy
A Preston writer has turned a real-life ghostly encounter into a chilling book trilogy...

Lancashire’s Police and Crime Commissioner Clive Grunshaw has visited a Preston project helping people rebuild their lives through sport.

Preston project is helping people rebuild lives through sport
The project, funded through the Police and Crime Commissioner's Community Fund, supports people who have experienced challenges

The cost of living crisis is now ‘baked into the fabric of people’s lives’ according to the boss of Citizens Advice North Lancashire (CANL).

Cost of living crisis ‘baked into the fabric of people’s lives’
Joanna Young, CEO of Citizens Advice North Lancashire, says the £100 Budget support will not cover the average weekly shop

Crime

The Prince of Wales meets Leanne Lucas

I feel “violated” by the “inexcusable morbid curiosity” of NHS staff

Preston Magistrates Court

Who's in Preston Magistrates - Friday's cases, names and offences

Police warn of farm burglary 'spike'

Man arrested in swimming gear in custody after reported sexual assault

Bryan Thomas is 'unlawfully at large' from prison

'Do not approach' Missing Lancashire prisoner update

Lee Willson pulled on a skull balaclava mask before entering the Best One shop in Accrington and pointing an imitation firearm with a silencer at the lone cashier.

Man who shouted "I’ll shoot you” at terrified cashier jailed

Weather

A flood alert has been issued for the coast between Fleetwood and Blackpool, with high tides expected to bring a risk of flooding on Monday evening and again on Tuesday.

Breaking Lancashire flood alerts as high tides threaten coastal area

While the Met Office weather warning doesn't cover Lancashire, the county will experience strong gales.

Preston wind gust forecast: hour by hour

Business

A sales process for Poundland launched in September (PA)

Poundland on brink of administration with 12,000 jobs at risk

Ego's owners confirmed that all staff would be relocated.

Popular Lancashire restaurant Ego will close its doors for good

The compact SumUp card reader helps market traders, craft sellers and small businesses accept contactless and card payments without expensive equipment.

Cash is king? This £30 gadget gives customers a much easier option

Politics

The new-look Lancashire council map as it was expected to be from April 2028

Decision on Lancashire council mergers 'to be retaken'

'It's about bloody time': Lancashire mayor on the horizon after budget

Prime Minister Andy Burnham leaves 10 Downing Street, London, to attend Prime Minister's Questions and the Budget in the Houses of Commons.

Autumn Budget 2026: Live updates and key announcements

Chancellor of the Exchequer John Healey delivers his Budget speech in the House of Commons.

Lancashire mayor plans backed in budget

UK Trending

Joy Cullen gave up her job as her hip pain pre-surgery was too severe

NHS patients choose to travel further for surgeries under scheme

More than half of adults have avoided buying clothes over concerns about caring for them

Eight in 10 Brits suffer from 'laundry anxiety', according to research

Three quarters of Brits believe a week of guaranteed sunshine would boost their mood.

Six in 10 Brits face 'sun withdrawal'

Shoppers are preparing for Black Friday by tracking prices and researching products before buying.

Brits fear autumn budget will put pressure on finances

Research found more than four in 10 Brits are envious of Spain’s laid-back approach to mealtimes

Eating out in Britain has become an increasingly rushed affair

Original fireplaces, exposed beams and cornicing have been named the ultimate signs of good taste in the home, according to new research

Period features still deemed 'most stylish' property features

Environment

Ribble Valley MP Maya Ellis.

Ribble Valley MP welcomes support for farmers

Louise Butler is the treasurer for the Preston Society

Preston Society marks 150th anniversary

People

10 best shows in Lancashire, Greater Manchester, Merseyside, Cheshire & Cumbria next week ft Stevie Wonder

Top 10 best shows in the North West next week featuring Stevie Wonder
Take a look at the top 10 must-see shows in the North West next week according to our entertainment reporter.
Aimee Seddon

David, the sole surviving kitten from the M55 rescue, is now doing well in foster care.

How the three tiny kittens wandered on to M55 is a mystery

Southport stabbing victims Bebe King, Elsie Dot Stancombe and Alice da Silva Aguiar (Merseyside Police/PA)

Two more hospital staff looked at records of Southport attack victims

Penwortham man Taras Daneliuk is supporting the University of Lancashire's Call for KIT initiative

Penwortham cancer survivor urges others to take bowel screening test

David Cummings was convicted of of 26 counts of child sex crimes at Preston Crown Court.

Pervert convicted of of 26 counts of child sex crimes

Education

The Sandylands team.

Primary school looking for help to fill in 125 years of school history

Professor Anna Williams (centre) getting filmed for True Crime Channel’s UK Forensic Breakthroughs

Uni of Lancashire professor reveals role in solving murder case on TV

The kitchen at The Blessed Sacrament Catholic Primary School had to close last week amid reports of rats.

Rat concerns at Preston primary school closes kitchen

Southlands High School’s head Paul Bousfield is proud of their latest Ofsted report but “equally excited” to achieve even more.

New Ofsted marks major turnaround for Chorley secondary school

Yewlands day nursery, Leyland

'Impressive' Leyland children's nursery sold to national operator

The University of Lancashire is hosting its annual free health screening event next month.

Free health screening event returns to University of Lancashire

Health

Lila Marsland, 5.

Five-year-old Lila Marsland dies hours after hospital discharge

Care cartoon

'Let's keep the conversation going on social care': open invite to Preston event

What is Nurosym? The wellness device featured in Netflix’s Don’t Die: The Man Who Wants to Live Forever

What is Nurosym and how does the wearable wellness device work?

A young dad has been awarded a "seven figure" payout after his life was ruined by a horrific workplace saw accident - that left him with two missing fingers.

Lancashire man loses two fingers and can't hold his baby

Opinion

Graham and Chloe

Lancashire dad's powerful essay on his terminal cancer diagnosis

In a powerful essay and without pulling any punches, 46-year-old Lancashire dad Graham tells his story of living with a terminal cancer diagnosis from scanxiety...

By The Newsroom

This is how the late William Chapman who sadly lost his life after entering a tiger enclosure should be remembered - and how his grieving parents want to remember him

This is how William Chapman should be remembered

Lancashire Post editor Nicola Adam (left) with crime authors Gytha Lodge (bottom right), Jenny Blackhurst (top left) and Caz Frear (top right) at the Preston Crime Fiction Festival on Saturday

Why Preston's first Crime Fiction Festival was a hit

Bailey Lister's inquest has concluded - but his story should continue Emma Downey

Emma Downey

Vibes turn to jibes: Prime Minister Andy Burnham left his first Prime Minister's Questions in the House of Commons yesterday, after a score draw with leader of the Opposition Kemi Badenoch (photo, PA)

How new PM Andy Burnham got on in his first Prime Minister's Questions

Make the most of the sunshine on a day out in Lancashire

Reflecting on a Lancashire summer to remember

Overseas, mobile emergency alert systems can be used to let communities know about evacuations, or impending disasters like floods or fires (Photos: Adobe Stock)

Burnham's wildfire alert: crying wolf?

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Have a cracking Christmas! Boots has launched three giant beauty crackers – Joy, Magic and Cheer – each costing £25 and packed with six beauty treats worth over £70.

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