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Paddy Power

Paddy Power owner Flutter is to make 1,400 redundancies

Dr. Siobhán Allen, owner of Bedeque, Penwortham

"A real pinch me moment" - New skin clinic to open in Penwortham

Holiday Inn Express launches the “The Great Wake Up Debate,” led by comedian Rob Beckett, weighing in on everything from serial snoozing and shower schedules to the bedtime rituals people swear by.

Rob Beckett and Holiday Inn Express uncover the wake up rituals defining the UK

How to make thr perfect smash burger. JACK ROWBOTTOM @JACKSMEATSHACK

How to make the perfect smash burger with Jack Rowbottom

Coushal Sriram, 8, who attends Euxton C of E Primary School, was one of the winners in the Maths Olympiad graduate category at the British Youth International College (BYITC) Inspire Awards 2026 – Achievers Spotlight.

Meet the eight-year-old boy genius from Chorley collecting awards

To celebrate Toy Story 5 arriving in cinemas, ODEON is launching the 'Play Them Forward' toy collection campaign this weekend.

Ad Feature UK families are sitting on half a BILLION unused toys, study says

This family is keeping it cool at the Vintage Car Show on the Flag Market in Preston

The summer of 1976: Looking back at Preston during legendary heatwave

These four Lancashire restaurants to close amid Premier Inn changes

CAMSO Construction is a global leader in off-the-road mobility solutions, specializing in high-performance tires and tracks for the construction industry.

Ad Feature CAMSO Construction enters the UK and Ireland markets

Robbie Brady

Every international game involving North End players over the break

Demi Marriner & band

British Country Music Festival reveals star-laden 2026 line-up

The Girl with the Suitcase by Lesley Pearse

The Girl with the Suitcase by Lesley Pearse: book review

Steph Calam, 59, who has maintained her 5st 12.5lbs weight loss for 10 years has reached the semi-finals of a national competition which celebrates long- term weight management.

Steph scoops award for long-term weight loss success

Michelin Guide Ceremony updates and watch here as 2026 Stars awarded

Terry and daughters Grainne (left) and Rosie with her husband Tony.

'I'm so lucky be here this Xmas - this is my special gift back to RPH'

Reality TV star Joey Essex decorates his mansion with incredible Christmas lights display in hilarious new film.

Joey Essex decorates his mansion with Christmas lights display in new film
New research from Amazon reveals that three-quarters (76%) of Brits say Christmas lights instantly lift their spirits. This year, reality TV favourite Joey Essex is proving that creating a dazzling festive display can be as simple as saying, "Alexa, turn on the Christmas lights."
Stephanie Bateman

Lily Allen announces huge tour

Lily Allen announces huge UK tour with Manchester date

Troy Parrott celebrates

Ex-PNE man reduced to tears after inspiring 'fairy-tale' with Ireland

Professor Clive Ruggles at Stonehenge

Free astronomy talk to discuss the ancient secrets of the sky

Going to the plane

Judith Cook is set to share her confidence boosting slimming secrets

Venetian Vespers by John Banville

Venetian Vespers by John Banville: book review

The series starts this October

Ad Feature TokenFi launches US push - with Times Square billboard and TV spots

MHA's new trainees based in the region

MHA’s 22 new North West trainees to ‘shape firm’s future’

Wetherspoons is launching a new meal - and you can try it from tomorrow

Wetherspoons to introduce 'The Spice Bag' in UK pubs tomorrow

Stephen Johnson, MD of Quooker UK & Ireland completing his 2,000km charity walk across five countries, in just 31 days.

One man. 2,000km. 5 countries. 31 days. Walking borders. Changing lives.

Rick Astley

Rick Astley announces The Reflection Tour 2026

Celebrated author, Flora Fraser and Fellow Historical Biographers and Historians Launch New Essay Award: Elizabeth Longford Brief Lives 2025

Lancashire authors are encouraged to enter new essay prize worth £2000
Young writers from across the UK and Ireland have the opportunity to win a prize of £2000 by entering a new essay competition created and judged by award-winning historical biographers and historians. There is just one month to go until the deadline for entries closes.
Bobby Thomson

Ardent has appointed Helen Boyle as Head of Strategic Growth for Utilities

Manchester land and property business primed for utilities growth after strategi...

From left, Benedict Ennis, MD of Low Carbon Energy, and Activ8 Energies CEO Ciarán Marron

Ireland’s leading solar firm Activ8 Energies powers up for UK expansion with Bur...

Tui's Sand Shaker gets kids sand free in seconds: New gadget set to transform fa...

Shabaz Iqbal

Talented plumbing and heating engineer from Blackburn reaches semi-finals in nat...

It comes as 56 per cent of Brits say they go on a full social media blackout if they can’t catch something live

Over half of Brits avoid social media - just to dodge TV spoilers

Trees: Of North America, Europe, the UK & Ireland by Roger Phillips

Trees: Of North America, Europe, the UK & Ireland: book review

Your World

From illegal sunglasses to no right to air con - what are UK workers rights in h...

The Girl with the Suitcase by Lesley Pearse

The Girl with the Suitcase by Lesley Pearse: book review

Former captain believes Wales will reap the rewards from Euros debut

One in three Brits admit they're obsessed with tracking their health

A third of Brits are obsessed with tracking their health

The Tarot Reader of Versailles by Anya Bergman

The Tarot Reader of Versailles by Anya Bergman: book review

Racing Club is also expanding its training partnerships, having recently welcomed two Classic-winning trainers to its ranks.

Ad Feature Racing Club expands horse ownership opportunities

Waterstones reveal debut fiction prize shortlist

Waterstones reveals shortlist for its fourth debut fiction prize

Dublin & Galway

P.S I love you Ireland; my whirlwind trip to Dublin and Galway

Firefighters, paramedics, and farmers topped the list

These are the top 20 toughest everyday jobs, according to Brits

Preston Bus Station

I've not seen anything like this bus station, you'd be happy to stay

The par five 15th hole at Killeen Castle

Fabulous golf venues, stunning scenery and the very warmest of welcomes

Somebody's Child.

The Gathering Sounds Festival announces 2025 return

Who from the second round of semi-finalists do we think will progress to the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final this weekend in Basel?

Who do we think will qualify from the second Eurovision semi-final?

Esmae at Rainbow Hub

Lancashire organisation wins £25k technology package

Who do we think will make it through from the first Eurovision Song Contest semi-final taking place on May 13 2025?

Who do we think will move on from the first Eurovision semi-final? Benjamin Jackson

Sarah McQuaid

Singer-songwriter set to play Leigh Film Factory

Martin Lynch.

I take a cold plunge in my wheelie bin every day - it helps my PTSD

Emotional meeting with Ukrainian locals

Local Student Paramedic drives a truck full of aid in 11 vehicle convoy over 1,4...

Dr Simon Tobin

Southport GP says socially prescribing parkrun can help people both physically a...

One language app says its Irish language course has seen a huge boost in popularity over the past year

3 ways to start learning Irish - as app reports 200% popularity rise

Guinness trumps list of top 20 Irish exports

The top 20 things to come out of Ireland - number one is no surprise!

DAF reaches milestone of 10,000 XB distrbution trucks

Major milestone at this manufacturing powerhouse near you

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