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Avanti West Coast

Extra train services from Lancashire to Euston refused

Cadent roadworks on Fylde Road in Preston, where a major gas pipeline replacement scheme was expected to be completed today after months of disruption

Fylde Road disruption finally set to end

From 6am on Friday until 6am on Monday, September 14, there will be no access to the gym or the main hall at All Seasons Leisure Centre in Chorley due to renovation works

All Seasons LC in Chorley set for weekend disruption

Manchester Airport.

Manchester Airport hit by air traffic control disruption

Manchester Airport has been targeted by hackers

Manchester Airport targeted by cyber hackers demanding ransom

Lancashire Police said a Ford Kuga was pursued for around 10 minutes after it failed to stop for officers in the Lea area of Ashton at 11.22am.

Stagecoach update after police called to Preston to Leyland bus crash

A yellow weather warning is in place until 1pm today across Lancashire.

When could thunderstorms hit Preston?

The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for thunderstorms and heavy rain across the North West of England which will take effect from 7pm this evening

Thunderstorms warning issued across North West of England

The scenes at Preston Station when disruptions affected the whole North West rail network.

Rail union praises quick-thinking workers after power outage mayhem

The scenes at Preston Train Station today - disruption is continuing

'Do not travel' Rail delays and cancellations continue

The scenes at Preston Station at 15:40pm today as disruptions affect the whole North West rail network.

Power failure causes major disruption on railways across North West

Motorists are set for road havoc across Lancashire next week with a number of works taking place.

Motorists set for road havoc across Lancashire next week

The Government recommends households gradually build an emergency kit with practical essentials such as a torch, first aid kit, emergency radio and portable power bank.

Government's 11 emergency essentials every home should have

Posting at 7.41am a spokesperson for Avanti West Coast said: “Due to signalling staff being unavailable at Preston all lines are blocked.

Disruption at Preston railway leads to long delays

A closure order on a property on Poplar Drive in Chorley linked to persistent anti-social behaviour has been extended for a further three months.

Closure order extended for problem house

Airhelp is the third travel essential

The free app helping travellers beat flight delays
Holidaymakers are ditching airline updates for a free app that can reveal delays early, track where your plane really is and even help uncover compensation you didn’t know you were owed.
Jessie Wales

An artist's impression of what the revamped Friargate South will look like

Friargate South improvement works to start imminently

Thunderstorms are forecast overnight and in Friday morning.

Thunderstorms forecast as temperatures continue to soar in Lancashire

21 dramatic pics as huge fire sweeps through former M&S and Ex-Catalogue Outlet shop in Lord Street, Fleetwood

Breaking 21 dramatic pics as huge fire swept through former M&S store

Road users may wish to plan their journeys in advance with roadworks programmes taking place in the Larne area this week. Photo: NI World

Breaking Preston 'gridlocked' as drivers face two weeks of Garstang Road works

Preston City Council has apologised for the “continued disruption regarding missed bin and caddy waste collections.

We're sorry - council apologises over bin anger

Lidl, West Strand, Preston

Why Preston's Lidl is closing early tonight & when it reopens

Due to an object being caught on the overhead electric wires between Wigan North Western and Preston, all lines are blocked.

Breaking Avanti Coast issues travel warning as incident delays Lancs trains

Lancashire County Council will close Garstang Road overnight for resurfacing work on four consecutive nights from 8pm to 5am

Major Preston road to close evenings and overnight this week for pothole repairs

The Natwest's new branch in Preston city centre is on the same street

Preston's NatWest hoping to get a swanky new ATM machine

Drivers are being warned to expect delays on a busy stretch of the A6 in Garstang

Breaking Traffic delays on A6 as emergency gas works continue into second day

Traffic stopped on the M6 just north of Lancashire due to vehicle fire
A vehicle fire on the M6 just north of Lancashire has stopped traffic this afternoon.
Aimee Seddon

Storm Dave: Met Office issues 'Amber' weather warning from 7pm

Waves hit Blackpool during a previous storm

Storm Dave: High winds expected in Lancashire late today

Fallen tree at Lostock.

Chaos continues as 'severe' disruption halts Preston trains

An artist's impression of how Marine Lake Events Centre in Southport could look once built

When construction of major £73m events centre could begin

Normal train services have resumed across Lancashire after commuters faced a day of cancellations and chaos with severe disruptions.

Trains up and running after day of cancellations and chaos

Aughton Park.

Trains suspended due 'to obstruction' on tracks

Tiger Junction, Leyland

Major roadworks to start on notorious bottleneck junction

Train at Preston station

Passengers urged to 'check before you travel' amid Met Office warning

Preston’s skyline is entering a new chapter as three landmark Avenham tower blocks are now fully wrapped and undergoing demolition

15 photos as Avenham towers demolition set to change skyline

Councillor calls for major rethink over lengthy bridge closure

Lancashire is bracing for a fresh bout of disruptive weather as Storm Chandra sweeps into the North West.

Hour-by-hour forecast as Storm Chandra brings rain and strong winds

Lancashire could see a return to colder winter weather later this month, with forecasters warning that falling temperatures may bring an increased chance of sleet or snow

Colder air set to arrive – what it could mean for snow in Lancashire

Lancashire is bracing for a spell of wintry weather today as Storm Goretti moves across the UK

What time snow could hit today as Storm Goretti sweeps across UK

Storm Goretti is causing travel disruption today and tomorrow.

How Storm Goretti is affecting trains & buses across Lancashire

Storm Goretti: UK braced for ‘weather bomb’ of snowfall and winds

A major railway bridge spanning the M6 was demolished during a weekend closure near Penrith

Dramatic timelapse released of M6 bridge demolition

The East Irish Sea Transmission Project would see cables being laid across areas in Wyre

Extremely concerned - Windfarm bosses decide route for cables to grid

Patients across Lancashire and Blackpool are being reminded what to expect as resident doctors take part in strike action

NHS resident doctors' strike begins tomorrow - what you need to know

A £60m railway bridge will be installed over the M6 at Clifton in January

Major M6 disruption could hit your travel plans as bridge replaced

Lancashire is set for a brief but welcome improvement in the weather after Storm Bram’s heavy rain and severe winds

What the Met Office now predicts for Lancashire after Storm Bram

Oxford United

Train disruption planned on day of PNE's trip to Oxford United

A weather warning has been issued for heavy rain.

Weather warning for heavy rain issued with risk of flooding

Police cordoned off the front entrance to Preston railway station on Saturday, November 29

Breaking Large cordon at railway station as police investigate incident

University of Lancashire Sports Arena, Cottam

Disruption to football teams after fire at sports arena

Flooding caused disruption on a main road in Fleetwood

Flooding causes disruption on road as motorists urged to slow down

Resident doctors across Lancashire and South Cumbria are set to walk out this week during what health bosses describe as a period of “significant pressure” for NHS services

Resident doctors' strike adds to pressure on Lancashire NHS

ThermoPest wants to highlight the proven success of controlled, high-temperature heat systems

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Preston outdoor market traders who are unhappy about their upcoming move.

We're angry we were lied to about why the outdoor market is moving

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