Mind

Pete Marquis, local philanthropist and businessman, died at the age of 56 on Friday, October 16

Hundreds expected to attend much loved businessman's funeral today

Pete Marquis, local philanthropist and businessman, died at the age of 56 on Friday, October 16

Pete Marquis funeral details and cortege route for beloved businessman

The Naked Foragers Colin and Sadie of Forest Horizons run foraging courses for wild food at Rivington near Chorley

Lancashire’s naked forager on nature and freedom

Ben Smith was convicted at Preston Crown Court

Rogue trader jailed for targeting and threatening an elderly widow

Group Manager and Incident Commander Ian Armistead at the recycling site which is currently on fire

A major blaze every single year is unacceptable - enough is enough

‘Football is never an excuse to end up in custody’ - police issue warning to pub-goers ahead of England match

Football is never an excuse to end up in custody

'It doesn't seem real' - Lancashire mum wins a whopping £350k on National Lottery

Lucky Lancashire mum wins a whopping £350k on National Lottery

The four Chorley GP surgeries that are the easiest to get through to by phone

Easiest & hardest Chorley GPs to get through to on the phone

Woody and Buzz Lightyear in Toy Story 5 - Keeping kids hydrated this summer is easier with Disney Toy Story bottles

Make hydration fun with these Disney Toy Story Thermos bottles

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

At these four Chorley GP surgeries, you have the highest chance of seeing or speaking to your preferred healthcare professional according to the 2025 GP Patient Survey.

Chorley GPs ranked by whether you can see preferred professional

At these four South Ribble GP surgeries, you have the highest chance of seeing or speaking to your preferred healthcare professional according to the 2025 GP Patient Survey.

South Ribble GPs ranked by whether you can see preferred professional

At these four Preston GP surgeries, you have the highest chance of seeing or speaking to your preferred healthcare professional according to the 2025 GP Patient Survey.

Preston GPs ranked by whether you can see preferred professional

Henry Shields.

Funeral date released for tragic 23-year-old found dead in park

Members from the running club presented Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust Chief Executive, Chris Oliver with a cheque before heading out for their weekly training run.

Garstang Gallop delivers £1,500 boost for Hope and Mind at LSCFT

NL Hair, located at 184 Eaves Lane in Chorley, will cease trading on Saturday August 1.

We have had to make a hard decision - Chorley hairdressers on future
The salon is earmarked to close in August this year.
Emma Downey

The survey goes far beyond finances, with respondents feeling stressed, overwhelmed and anxious when faced with money worries

More than one in three adults have avoided asking for financial help

Churchtown Primary School's new playground

Playground inspired by Southport tragedy victims wins national award

Over 50s say these stereotypes still exist because younger people make assumptions without experience.

The stereotype over 50s find most irritating is they’re bad with tech

John Ainsworth, former divisional CEO, reveals the impact of executive pressure on his mental health and his journey to recovery.

I was a CEO but my body and mind were screaming at me to stop

32 cool vintage snaps that rewind to the unforgettable 1990s

The swimming team of Longton County Primary School near Preston who won the South Ribble swimming gala team prize as well as some of the individual events.

25 treasured old pictures of Longton Primary School at 100 years old

45 evocative pictures of Preston that reveal life in 1950

Friargate, 1956

29 historical scenes from 70 years ago

39 evocative pics from 1957 capturing people, work and everyday life

Conga line... these four youngsters find there's a safety - and fun - in numbers as they try their hand at roller skating at Fulwood Leisure Centre

29 memorable pictures of people keeping fit in the 1980s in Preston

75 fascinating pictures of Preston railway stations
Preston Railway Station has long been the epicentre of the city.
Claire Lark

We’ve found some of the best dual-drawer air fryer deals out there

The best cheap dual-drawer air fryer deals to buy this winter

Hope and Mind at LSCFT

Help spread festive cheer for patients spending Christmas in hospital

65 nostalgic photos of Preston that bring 1962 vividly back to life

35 remarkable pictures that rewind to the late 1950s

38 fantastic pics of sports teams and clubs back in the 70s and 80s

Four pupils from Fulwood High School, Preston, have been accepted by the Manchester Youth Theatre. Pictured (left to right) are three of them: Darren Jackson,16, David Kirkham, 14, and Rosanna O'Sullivan, 15

25 pictures show what it was really like to be at school in the 90s

Women’s biggest barriers to participating in sport include the cost of participation, lack of access to suitable spaces – and equipment designed for men.

Women's biggest barriers to sport include the cost, access & equipment

23 fascinating old pics of streets that you will still find familiar

40 evocative photos that to show what our city was like in the 50s

80 per cent of Brits admit to being particular about things around their home.

Brits fume over ‘big light’, towel folds and seat snatchers

Sandra Garner, proprietor of Garners Chip Shop, Leyland, and her daughter Lisa, proprietor of Astley Fryer Chip Shop, Astley Village, left, display their winning chips

23 retro pictures of fish & chip shops in National Seafood Month

45 astonishing retro photos of Preston in 1950

Nights out at Lava & Ignite 2006-2011

33 legendary photos of nights out at two venues you’ll never forget

Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust colleagues, supporters and users on their colourful walk of Blackpool Promenade.

Blackpool Promenade walk marks launch of Lancashire wide charity

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

Ad Feature Experts reveal 'go-to' method that completely rids bed bugs

Women were more likely than men to feel worried about money, research reveals

One in three Brits say hiding money worries damages relationships

Troy Deeney and Taylor Gardner-Hickman met football fans to discuss club community projects that help them support each other

Troy Deeney eyes up a move to MasterChef or The Great British Bake Off

The Red Lion

35 of the roughest pubs in Preston back in the day decided by you

45 per cent of Brits believe they spend more time talking to people digitally than they do in person

Gen Z most often experience feelings of loneliness, study reveals

Dual-drawer air fryers are perfect for family-sized meals - and they're cheap as chips right now

Best dual-drawer air fryer deals: family-sized air fryers from £39

Google Maps is a treasure trove of data

Ad Feature How Google Maps can help businesses learn more about their competition

42 per cent have skipped a running warm-up or cool-down

New runners are falling into common traps - here's how to spot them

39 rare pictures of Preston high streets back in the day

23 amazing pictures from the 1950s remember Preston

45 astonishing retro pics of Preston scenes in 1950

You may recognise faces in these brilliant old pics of Fulwood

15 wonderful retro pictures of Brownies from the 80s and 90s

40 of the best pictures taken in Preston in 1957

News you can trust since 1886

© 2026 Iconic Media Group Ltd. All rights reserved.Terms and Conditions Privacy notice