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Editorial chiefs from across local publishers have sent a strong message to the BBC about its expansion

Analysis BBC must abandon the plan to elbow its way into local journalism

The family's impromptu car boot sale (Credit: Amanda Goode Facebook)

Kids host car boot sale to sell toys and flapjacks to raise Xmas pocket money

Issuing a statement on their Facebook page Chorley Council said that they had been left with no choice but to close the Lancastrian Suite in Chorley Town Hall after finding a number of cracks on the ceiling

Christmas events cancelled at popular Lancashire venue

Sticky Vicky (left) with her daughter - the X-rated Benidorm entertainer has died aged 80 (Credit: Real Sticky Vicky)

Legendary Benidorm entertainer Sticky Vicky dies aged 80

Sticky Vicky in her hey day.

Benidorm legend Sticky Vicky dies aged 80

Can you help name the Christmas Polar Bear?

Can you help name Garstang's newest resident?

Danny Stuttard Clitheroe FC

Volunteer opportunity turns man's life around after he 'needed a purpose'

The Yew Tree Pub in Walton-le-Dale has undergone a complete internal refurbishment and is getting set to open this evening (Friday) at 5pm

Preston pub gets set to reopen

Byron Highton is launching The JJ Effectâ€™s Christmas appeal for 2023 where presents can be donated for those in need. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard

JJ Effect Christmas appeal are asking for donations to help children in need

Stephen Helm from Preston who lost 11-year-old Yorkshire Terrier Lilly after she was viciously attacked by what he thinks was an American pocket bully is still seeking justice. Lily's injuries (pictured top right) were so horrific she couldn't be saved

Heartbroken dog owner still seeking justice a year later

The motorway is closed northbound near Lancaster.

Three lanes of M6 northbound closed due to lorry crashing

The former Vinro restaurant

New Turkish Grill to open in heart of town - here's what's on the menu

Canine parvovirus is a serious and highly contagious disease that affects dogs (Photo: Shutterstock)

Parvovirus in dogs on the rise in Lancashire: symptoms and prevention

Friday Club St Mary’s Teenage Disco Reunion (credit: John Middleham)

31 fun filled pics of the Penwortham Friday Club St Mary’s Discos reunion

Several US states are suing the company which owns Facebook and Instagram, Meta, claiming that the social media platforms harm children's mental health. Image by Adobe Photos.

US states sue Meta claiming social media harms kids' mental health

Interiors shop unexpected closure shocks customers
A popular home interiora furniture shop on the A6 has closed unexpectedly.

Lucy Spraggan and barista Matt at Shady Coffee in Preston City Centre.

X factor star singer-songwriter Lucy Spraggan appears at city centre coffee shop

Stanley Arms landlord Paul Butcher said licensing restrictions on his pub were "too harsh"

Preston pub axes farewell party due to licensing pressures

Sainsbury's Local in Birch Avenue, Penwortham

Town supermarket to close for 10 days - here's why

A misty morning on Avenham Park. Photo: Paul Gray

A Preston Stonemason becomes amateur photographer

The services would be built just off the new junction 2 of the M55 at the top end of the recently-opened Preston Western Distributor

'Handy for a pee, but a bit pointless': your reaction to new motorway services

The Stanley Arms in Lancaster Road, Preston will close after Saturday, October 21

Preston pub announces sudden closure

Kebab shop Mick’s Hut on Corporation Street has responded to an unhappy customer who said one of their dishes tasted like 'poo'

Kebab shop hits back at 'poo' review

Calvin Buckley, 40, the partner of Frankie Jules-Hough, 38, speaking outside the Royal Courts of Justice in London, after appeal judges added three years to a 12-year jail term handed to a boxing coach who admitted causing the death of Ms Hough, a pregnant mother-of-two in a motorway crash.

Ex-partner of M66 crash victim upset by appeal ruling on danger driver

Committed to sourcing as many ingredients as possible from local producers, The Pickled Goose was rated as ‘excellent’ on Tripadvisor after receiving hundreds of glowing reviews for its ‘wonderful food’. It reopens on Saturday, October 28. (Picture by The Pickled Goose)

Popular Preston restaurant to reopen

Preston Christmas Lights Switch On

Preston Christmas Lights Switch On date announced

John Griffiths claims that Ashton Park is under-used at the moment

‘Empty’ Preston park needs football revamp to revitalise it, junior coach claims
A Preston park would be better used if controversial plans to build a new sports hub and football pitches on it were given the go-ahead.

Saving Amy Photo: Eric Watkiss

Saving Amy project Blackpool airport open day

South Rd, Bretherton, Leyland PR26 9AB. "Friendly staff, hot tasty food with lots to choose from. I can't fault this place."

Landlord's goodbye - when the famous buffets and Sunday carveries will stop

The youth club will be open for 12-19 year-olds on Friday evenings.

Police announce new Garstang Youth club to open on Church street

Andrew Bedwell spent three years building the 3.5-metre vessel in his garage in Scarisbrick (Credit: Keith Galway/ SWNS)

Dad who attempted to cross Atlantic in tiny boat hints he will try again

Mark Elliot Zuckerberg is the co-founder, executive chairman and CEO of Meta Platforms (previously Facebook, Inc.)

Meta announces plans for AI chatbots to be used on their platforms

Clip 'n' Climb announces shock closure

The Farmer's Arms in Wham Lane, Whitestake. (Picture by Google)

Readers' reaction after teenager quits work trial because of rude manager

Lisa Wright found Gary Barlow looking 'lost, soggy and wet' on the schoolrun in Fulwood this week. Picture by Lisa Wright

Preston mum finds Gary Barlow 'lost and soggy' on school run

The Foxton Centre’s youth and community centre in Knowsley Street, Avenham has been closed off following structural surveys found the presence of RAAC (Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete) in roof panels

Foxton Centre forced to close with immediate effect

Teenager flooded with job offers after calling out 'rude pub manager'

The Friday Club

15 retro pictures of Penwortham's Friday Club discos in the '70s and '80s

Canalside pub reveals plans to reopen and £250,000 refurb

Party people dancing. Photo: Adobe

Who's The Daddy: Birthday parties just aren’t like they used to be

Mysterious sinkhole appears in UK and almost gobbles post box - motorists beware

Dangerous sinkhole appears on UK street and almost swallows post box

The exterior has been blacked with a full new paint job including tinted windows for extra privacy, all which really shows the personality of this stunning boat.

Discover your new way of life aboard a newly renovated, reduced price boat

Liam Brennan spent 18 years working in the tech innovation industry before he got the diagnosis that he had ADHD and high performing Autism last year.

Neuro diverse entrepreneur from Bolton is using AI to help businesses apply for ...

The Ribby Hall Trick or Treat event is being staged in October

Zombie fun at Ribby Hall for Halloween

Florence Pugh. Photo: Getty Images

Going Green: A greener way to get kids ready for school

Smokies has been operating from a van on the car park of the Black Bull pub in Longton

Popular takeaway loved for its 'filthy burgers' is forced to temporarily close

Rebecca Webster with husband Paul and son Seth.

Mum’s warning after Facebook villa holiday turned out to be scam

Radio DJ's bar closes just three years after announcing refurb plans

A Fedex delivery driver was met by a suprise on his Leyland round. Image: RoseBox on Unsplash

Delivery driver comes up against a dragon in Leyland!

Members of Ribchester Art Club at a Wednesday night meeting.

Ribble Valley art club to host its first annual art exhibition since 2019

Dozens suffer suspected carbon monoxide poisoning after go karting

Cobbler finds ‘Cinderella’ who abandoned broken sandals

Jason Liversidge at Elvington Race Track in York

DIY SOS star dies aged 47 following Motor Neurone Disease battle

Meet the Garstang pub which is the best in Britain for dogs

Man exercises his right to protest at Deepdale Retail Park