Covid-19

A nurse wearing PPE in a hospital during the Covid pandemic

Lancashire man bought house with cash from sham PPE deals in pandemic

HMP Garth

Man who stabbed step-brother in the back dies in Leyland prison cell

Nearly two in 10 older people avoided going to A&E during winter last year due to these concerns

Six in 10 over 65s worry about catching flu from A&E trips

The 88-year-old died in Royal Preston Hospital after being admitted from Paradise House care home, Leyland.

Inquest hears mystery over care home resident’s broken femur

Rita's cafe in Morecambe is appealing to members of the public to donate money to keep the small business alive.

'Heart of Morecambe' appeals for help to survive after 38 years

Gazegill Organics, Dancer Lane, Clitheroe, BB7 4EE | 4.9 out of 5 (175 Google reviews) | "Such a lovely, calming atmosphere inside and the staff gave us the best service."

Top Michelin Guide restaurant seeking permission to stay open

The 21 best performing Lancashire secondary schools last year according to their 2025 GCSE results

The 21 best performing Lancashire secondary schools last year

The 15 worst performing Lancashire secondary schools last year

The 15 worst performing Lancashire secondary schools last year

The 21 best performing Lancashire secondary schools last year according to their 2025 GCSE results

The 21 best performing Lancashire secondary schools last year

All the secondary schools in Chorley & South Ribble ranked by their 2025 GCSE results

Secondary schools in Chorley & South Ribble ranked by 2025's GCSEs

All of Preston’s secondary schools ranked by their 2025 GCSE results

All of Preston’s secondary schools ranked by their 2025 GCSE results

The spring Covid booster vaccination programme is currently underway.

Warning over slump in elderly getting spring Covid boosters

The Covid booster season has come round again

Covid spring booster: who’s eligible and how dangerous is the virus now?

A popular entertainment and leisure venue in Chorley town centre has closed

Why a popular bowling and mini golf venue has closed suddenly

Cases of the flu, Covid, RSV and norovirus remain high across the UK.

How to tell the difference between flu, Covid, RSV and norovirus

Symptoms of the cold, flu and Covid can be similar.

Is it cold, flu or Covid? Latest symptoms to watch out for
Here’s what you need to know 🤧
Sarah McCann

The NHS are asking people to protect themselves from a 'tripledemic' of RSV, Covid and flu this winter.

What is the 'tripledemic'? Cold, flu and RSV risks explained

One responder said she’d only go back into the office if she could bring her dog

I'd only go back to working in an office if I could bring my dog!

Sam Fender at Boardmasters 2024

Sam Fender warms crowd with powerful performance at Boardmasters

Jim Bentley has a reunion with Morecambe on Tuesday

Jim Bentley relishes Morecambe reunion

Daniella Taylor at her graduation from the University of Central Lancashire

There were so many times I didn’t think I would make it after coma

We can all get out of debt if we want to. Photo: Adobe

Who's The Daddy: Getting out of debt is like losing weight, we can all do it

Burnley Youth Theatre's artistic director and CEO Karen Metcalfe stepping down after 15 years at helm

End of an era as Burnley Youth Theatre director steps down after 15 years

Mothering Sunday: Why not get something for the houseproud mum with the Propress Mini Clothes Steamer?

Mothering Sunday: Why not get something for the houseproud mum?

A day of reflection will take place on Sunday to remember all those who died during the pandemic (Credit: PA)

Remembering the 5,070 people who died of Covid-19 in Lancashire

The clothes steamer in action.

Mothering Sunday: Gift idea for the houseproud mum with mini clothes steamer

How the pandemic impacted the security industry. Photo: https://www.pexels.com

Adapting to the new normal: The pandemic's influence on the security industry
The COVID-19 pandemic has been a catalyst for change across industries, and the security sector is no exception. Locksmiths and security professionals have faced unprecedented challenges due to the crisis, prompting a rapid evolution in technology and business practices.
Adam Docherty

Kate Garraway's husband Derek Draper is in a serious condition following a heart attack.

Kate Garraway's husband Derek Draper in 'very serious condition'

The Covid booser programme has been running throughout the autumn

Last chance for most vulnerable in Lancashire to book Covid booster jab

Figures show more than 1,300 people died of Covid-19 in Preston, Chorley and South Ribble (Credit: CDC)

More than 1,300 people died of Covid-19 in Preston, Chorley and South Ribble

Concerns as unauthorised absences at schools in Blackpool rocket

Concerns as unauthorised absences at schools rocket

The researchers analysed data from 365 hospitals (Image: Adobe/NationalWorld/Kim Mogg)

Breaking 167,000 people caught Covid in hospital during England's second wave

More than 80% of children currently waiting with Adoption Lancashire and Blackpool for their forever home are in sibling groups.

Mum tells firsthand her experience of adopting siblings in Lancashire

A woman wears a face mask while walking on Oxford Street.

Pirola: Why scientists are concerned about the new Covid variant

Kate Garraway and her husband Derek Draper before his illness

Kate Garraway shares heartbreaking update on husband’s health

Photo credit: Dylan Freedom

US Open Semi Finals: Alcaraz and Djokovic Odds

The Covid and flu vaccination programmes are about to start

Lancs Covid and flu vaccination programmes start early over virus variant fears

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Women's World Cup Finals: Why you need to get to an outdoor venue this week

Photo credit: Sabrina Mazzeo

Spain vs. England: Women's World Cup Finals Odds

The days of queues for Covid vaccinations appear long gone

Covid booster: 'lack of interest' among middle aged in Central Lancs last year

Prom Mom by Laura Lippman: powerful, probing tale of festering secrets, dangerous obsession and deadly desires

Prom Mom by Laura Lippman: book review

The Royal Preston's newly-unveiled memorial tree and, pictured from left to right, Ros Collins, charity administrator; Dan Hill, head of hospital charities; and Rebecca Arestidou, grant and trust fundraiser, from Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Charity (image: LTH)

Covid victims and organ donors at the heart of new hospital memorial gardens

Breaking Empire Cinema group enters administration - full list of closures

Kate Garraway is watched by her husband Derek Draper, from Chorley, as she is made a Member of the Order of the British Empire by the Prince of Wales at Windsor Castle. The honour recognises services to broadcasting, to journalism and to charity. Picture by Jonathan Brady/PA Wire

Kate Garraway's emotional tribute to her Chorley husband at royal ceremony

The DWP is set to close 36 ‘temporary’ Jobcentres over the next few months.

Jobcentre closures: DWP to shut 36 sites - see full list

A woman wears a face mask while walking on Oxford Street durng the height of the coronavirus pandemic.

World must prepare for disease even deadlier than Covid - WHO chief

The Covid-19 pandemic broke out in March 2020, and since then there have been six million related deaths worldwide. But is it finally over?

Breaking Covid ‘no longer global health emergency’ - is the pandemic over?

Elton John performs on stage during his Farewell Yellow Brick Road show at the O2 Arena, in south London. Picture date: Sunday April 2, 2023.

Elton John's surprise song dedication to Chorley's Derek Draper

Symptoms of Arcturus as new Covid strain claims five lives

New highly-infectious covid strain Arcturus kills five Brits

Spring boosters are now available to eligible people.

What to do if you need a Covid-19 booster jab

Hay-fever or COVID-19: Key differences you need to know as pollen season begins

Is it hay-fever or COVID-19? Key differences you need to know

Retailers along with banks, bars and restaurants have been really struggling over the last decade, with a rise in internet shopping said to be the key contributor in the high street’s decline.

Breaking 10 major stores to close for good in further blow for UK high street

New Covid variant Arcturus has been found in the UK

Breaking Arcturus: New Covid variant found in UK

Buckshaw Village Rickshaws

Buckshaw Village Rickshaws: unique project bringing old & young together

Former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi. (Photo: MARCELLO PATERNOSTRO/AFP via Getty Images)

Breaking Silvio Berlusconi has leukaemia and in intensive care

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