Lancashire Telegraph

'Stop the stink' - MP calls for Fleetwood landfill closure Blackpool North and Fleetwood MP Lorraine Beavers has stepped up her campaign to shut Fleetwood’s controversial Jameson Road landfill.

'Stop the stink' - MP calls for Fleetwood landfill closure

Manchester to host Europe's biggest country music festival C2C in 2027 Europe's biggest country music festival will come to Manchester in 2027.

Manchester to host Europe's biggest country music festival C2C in 2027

Blackpool man tasered and arrested in town centre car crash A driver, described by police as a 21-year-old man from Blackpool, tried to flee the scene following a pursuit of a vehicle allegedly taken from Fleetwood.

Blackpool man tasered and arrested in town centre car crash

Garden expert reveals four ways to save your garden furniture this spring One furniture specialist has shared his tips and tricks to help revamp your grubby table and chairs in time for the warmer weather

Garden expert reveals four ways to save your garden furniture this spring

Lloyds Bank customers 'almost had a heart attack' after major online banking 'glitch' Lloyds Bank customers have been left 'concerned' this morning (March 12) after a 'glitch' has shown other people's transactions in their accounts

Lloyds Bank customers 'almost had a heart attack' after major online banking 'glitch'

Blackburn Rovers suffer yet another season-ending injury blow Blackburn Rovers will be without Andri Gudjohnsen until next season

Blackburn Rovers suffer yet another season-ending injury blow

Padiham storm into LFA Challenge Trophy after famous win Padiham took on Fulwood Amateurs on Tuesday night.

Padiham storm into LFA Challenge Trophy after famous win

'Beyond self defence' - man living in HMO attacked housemate retrieving sleeping bag A Burnley man reacted violently when someone entered his room at a house of multiple occupation to retrieve a sleeping bag.

'Beyond self defence' - man living in HMO attacked housemate retrieving sleeping bag

Prolific shoplifter 'just took what he wants' in spree days after prison release A prolific shoplifter returned to offending within days of being released from prison, committing 27 offences in just three weeks

Prolific shoplifter 'just took what he wants' in spree days after prison release

Woman who shed half her body weight wants to inspire others Hanna Braysford works at Spring Hill Primary school in Accrington and is now climbing a mountain to support children with special needs.

Woman who shed half her body weight wants to inspire others

Accrington favourites The Itch are back with a new single out tomorrow They have been making the music they love for well over 30 years and Accrington mod and new wave outfit The Itch are out to prove there’s plenty more in the tank.

Accrington favourites The Itch are back with a new single out tomorrow

Emmerdale and Corrie star announced in Bank of Dave Musical ahead of premiere Cast members have been announced for the Bank of Dave musical, which is based on the life of Burnley businessman Dave Fishwick

Emmerdale and Corrie star announced in Bank of Dave Musical ahead of premiere

Field of Dreams star, 17, says show 'changed his life' as he teases major news Burnley teen Presley Pennington, 17, launches The Next Generation podcast to inspire UK youth, tackle mental health, and share stories of overcoming adversity

Field of Dreams star, 17, says show 'changed his life' as he teases major news

The 'most influential' Lancs businesses in industry as 'power list' released Three Lancashire businesses feature in the 2026 Kuits NRB Top Fifty Hospitality Power List, celebrating northern hospitality excellence

The 'most influential' Lancs businesses in industry as 'power list' released

Mental health nurse given interim suspension as panel decides over case to answer A Lancashire mental health nurse has been suspended from practice by the profession’s regulator at an interim hearing.

Mental health nurse given interim suspension as panel decides over case to answer

Blackburn firm's six-figure acquisition is 'exciting and pivotal' strategic move A Blackburn-based background screening provider has acquired a similar Manchester-based firm in a six-figure deal aimed at accelerating growth and strengthening its presence in the market.

Blackburn firm's six-figure acquisition is 'exciting and pivotal' strategic move

Burnley family weaving firm boss is new High Sherriff of Lancashire A sixth-generation member of a Burnley family weaving business has been appointed High Sheriff of Lancashire for 2026/2027

Burnley family weaving firm boss is new High Sherriff of Lancashire

Brits issued urgent ibuprofen warning and told they 'have the power to harm as well' Health experts have issued a warning about using anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen for pain relief.

Brits issued urgent ibuprofen warning and told they 'have the power to harm as well'

Michael O'Neill clear on what cost Blackburn Rovers in damaging defeat Blackburn Rovers were beaten 1-0 by Oxford United to worsen their relegation fears

Michael O'Neill clear on what cost Blackburn Rovers in damaging defeat

Blackburn Rovers' season reaches new low after Oxford United defeat Blackburn Rovers were beaten 1-0 at the Kassam Stadium

Blackburn Rovers' season reaches new low after Oxford United defeat

Blackburn Rovers player ratings with 3s and 4s in woeful Oxford United loss Blackburn Rovers were beaten by Oxford United at the Kassam Stadium

Blackburn Rovers player ratings with 3s and 4s in woeful Oxford United loss

Former Lancashire police constable charged with 14 child sex offences A former constable in Lancashire Police from Chorley has been charged with 14 child sex offences.

Former Lancashire police constable charged with 14 child sex offences

Oxford United vs Blackburn Rovers LIVE: Two changes as Cantwell returns to bench Blackburn Rovers face Oxford United in a huge clash at the bottom of the table.

Oxford United vs Blackburn Rovers LIVE: Two changes as Cantwell returns to bench

UK's biggest indoor waterpark in Blackpool set for £500,000 upgrade Blackpool's Sandcastle Waterpark, named one of the UK's best, is set for a major refurbishment as it gears up to celebrate its 40th birthday this summer.​

UK's biggest indoor waterpark in Blackpool set for £500,000 upgrade

New Guy's Thatched Hamlet owners announce their plans for the site The site closed unexpectedly in February, leaving staff and guests in limbo. However, it looks set for a major comeback under new ownership.

New Guy's Thatched Hamlet owners announce their plans for the site

Lancs MP joins call for investigation into oil price gouging An urgent investigation has been called for by the Tories into the heating oil supply market following growing concerns about unfair pricing.

Lancs MP joins call for investigation into oil price gouging

CCTV images released of man wanted over alleged shoplifting in Nelson Police want to identify a man after an allegedshoplifting incident at Junction 13 services in Nelson.

CCTV images released of man wanted over alleged shoplifting in Nelson

Long delays as one lane closed after report of ducks on A56 One lane was closed on the A56 near Edenfield this afternoon after a report of ducks causing a highway disruption.

Long delays as one lane closed after report of ducks on A56

Blackburn bar's beer garden improvements approved despite neighbour noise fear A Blackburn bar and restaurant can replace its front decking and add two pergolas and a glass balustrade to the outdoor drinking area

Blackburn bar's beer garden improvements approved despite neighbour noise fear

Hyndburn Leisure centre leases to be rejigged for next 30 years Hyndburn Council’s ruling cabinet is set next week to renew the leases of the borough’s two main leisure centres with the trust which currently operates them.

Hyndburn Leisure centre leases to be rejigged for next 30 years