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Teen arrested in Blackpool as police seize 'large quantity' of suspected drugs
Teen arrested in Blackpool as police seize 'large quantity' of suspected drugs
He was also arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply say Police.
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February 18, 2026 at 8:29 PM
Teen arrested in Blackpool as police seize 'large quantity' of suspected drugs
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February 18, 2026 at 7:22 PM
Liverpool flight makes emergency diversion to Manchester
Liverpool flight makes emergency diversion to Manchester
A flight from Liverpool to Fuerteventura declared an emergency shortly after take-off earlier today, February 18
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February 18, 2026 at 5:38 PM
Liverpool flight makes emergency diversion to Manchester
Britpop icon to join star authors for new Morecambe library event
Britpop icon to join star authors for new Morecambe library event
A Britpop legend is among the headline names confirmed for a new series of live author events in Morecambe, alongside a well-known comedian and a post-punk musician and music journalist
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February 18, 2026 at 5:38 PM
Britpop icon to join star authors for new Morecambe library event
Six-day road closure to take place in Burnley this week
Six-day road closure to take place in Burnley this week
A six-day road closure will shut Padiham Road in Burnley between Burnley Barracks Interchange and Ightenhill Park Lane
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February 18, 2026 at 4:41 PM
Six-day road closure to take place in Burnley this week
LETTER: Law amendment raises concern for animal rights campaigners
LETTER: Law amendment raises concern for animal rights campaigners
A reader's letter outlines how a new change to the Public Order Act that took effect on February 12 threatens transparency, civil liberties, and the right to protest
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February 18, 2026 at 4:41 PM
LETTER: Law amendment raises concern for animal rights campaigners
Rovers’ plans for international break confirmed as O’Neill eases concerns
Rovers’ plans for international break confirmed as O’Neill eases concerns
Michael O'Neill on Rovers' plans for the March international break and why his dual role with Northern Ireland can run smoothly
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February 18, 2026 at 4:35 PM
Rovers’ plans for international break confirmed as O’Neill eases concerns
Five key things to know about Lent as Christians prepare for Easter
Five key things to know about Lent as Christians prepare for Easter
A simple guide explaining what Lent is, why it lasts 40 days, and how Christians use prayer, fasting, and charity to prepare for Easter.
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February 18, 2026 at 3:44 PM
Five key things to know about Lent as Christians prepare for Easter
Police confirm one of two people injured in crash has now died
Police confirm one of two people injured in crash has now died
Police were called to the incident on Friday following reports of a white Mercedes-Benz travelling towards Lark Hill has crashed into a tree.
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February 18, 2026 at 2:47 PM
Police confirm one of two people injured in crash has now died
Striking union demands 'piece of the pie' after BAE Systems announces £3bn profits
Striking union demands 'piece of the pie' after BAE Systems announces £3bn profits
A defence giant is under fire for posting increased profits while more than 1,000 Lancashire workers at its Warton and Salmesbury sites continue industrial action
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February 18, 2026 at 1:50 PM
Striking union demands 'piece of the pie' after BAE Systems announces £3bn profits
BAE Systems reports strong year in latest results as Lancashire workforce grows
BAE Systems reports strong year in latest results as Lancashire workforce grows
BAE Systems has reported strong financial and operational performance, driven by progress on combat air programmes at its Warton and Samlesbury sites
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February 18, 2026 at 1:50 PM
BAE Systems reports strong year in latest results as Lancashire workforce grows
Emergency declared on flight bound for Manchester Airport
Emergency declared on flight bound for Manchester Airport
A Manchester-bound flight declared an emergency on February 17 due to pilot incapacitation.
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February 18, 2026 at 12:53 PM
Emergency declared on flight bound for Manchester Airport
Tributes paid to 'much-loved and exceptional' former pupil at Blackburn school
Tributes paid to 'much-loved and exceptional' former pupil at Blackburn school
A Blackburn school has paid tribute to a “much-loved" former pupil following her death.
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February 18, 2026 at 12:53 PM
Tributes paid to 'much-loved and exceptional' former pupil at Blackburn school
Mobile jobs vans heading to Blackpool TODAY with Fleetwood date announced
Mobile jobs vans heading to Blackpool TODAY with Fleetwood date announced
Blackpool continues to face some of the highest unemployment rates in the North West.
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February 18, 2026 at 12:53 PM
Mobile jobs vans heading to Blackpool TODAY with Fleetwood date announced
Cantwell injury timeframe revealed as O'Neill reacts to 'cruel' Miller blow
Cantwell injury timeframe revealed as O'Neill reacts to 'cruel' Miller blow
An update on Rovers skipper Todd Cantwell's injury and Michael O'Neill's thoughts on a 'cruel' blow for Lewis Miller
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February 18, 2026 at 12:47 PM
Cantwell injury timeframe revealed as O'Neill reacts to 'cruel' Miller blow
Live updates - Why lane is closed on M65 in Blackburn
Live updates - Why lane is closed on M65 in Blackburn
A lane is closed on the M65 in Blackburn. We will provide updates.
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February 18, 2026 at 11:56 AM
Live updates - Why lane is closed on M65 in Blackburn
Hundreds of sexual safety incidents logged at Lancashire NHS Trusts over three years
Hundreds of sexual safety incidents logged at Lancashire NHS Trusts over three years
In total, 464 sexual safety incidents have been recorded across three financial years, involving the Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust.
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February 18, 2026 at 11:56 AM
Hundreds of sexual safety incidents logged at Lancashire NHS Trusts over three years
Mountain rescue called after woman, 60, injured in muddy riverside slip
Mountain rescue called after woman, 60, injured in muddy riverside slip
Rossendale & Pendle Mountain Rescue aided NWAS paramedics to rescue a 60-year-old woman injured in a muddy riverside fall at Waddington, Lancashire
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February 18, 2026 at 10:59 AM
Mountain rescue called after woman, 60, injured in muddy riverside slip
Person taken to hospital after three fire engines called to house blaze
Person taken to hospital after three fire engines called to house blaze
A person was hospitalised after a domestic building fire on Hanson Street, Great Harwood. Fire crews from Hyndburn, Blackburn, and Great Harwood attended
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February 18, 2026 at 10:02 AM
Person taken to hospital after three fire engines called to house blaze
Postcode Lottery win for village home to BAE testing facility
Postcode Lottery win for village home to BAE testing facility
Lancashire locals have continued to benefit from the People's Postcode Lottery cash prize.
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February 18, 2026 at 10:02 AM
Postcode Lottery win for village home to BAE testing facility
Targeted policing operation leads to drop in crime across Lancashire
Targeted policing operation leads to drop in crime across Lancashire
Lancashire Police’s Winter of Action cuts crime by 5% in 15 areas, including Blackburn and Preston, with significant drops in shoplifting and burglary
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February 18, 2026 at 8:08 AM
Targeted policing operation leads to drop in crime across Lancashire
Hit TV show 22 Kids and Counting to feature Lancashire tutor's inspiring work
Hit TV show 22 Kids and Counting to feature Lancashire tutor's inspiring work
An education specialist is set to appear on the hit Channel 5 show said: "Being part of 22 Kids and Counting was a really special experience".
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February 18, 2026 at 8:08 AM
Hit TV show 22 Kids and Counting to feature Lancashire tutor's inspiring work
Lancs couples sharing explicit photos don’t know who they’re dealing with- ex-swinger
Lancs couples sharing explicit photos don’t know who they’re dealing with- ex-swinger
A former swinger has warned other members of the community about posting sexually explicit content online, stating that people do not know who they are mixing with
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February 18, 2026 at 8:08 AM
Lancs couples sharing explicit photos don’t know who they’re dealing with- ex-swinger
'We will be ready' - Blackburn with Darwen Council statement after elections U-turn
'We will be ready' - Blackburn with Darwen Council statement after elections U-turn
Blackburn with Darwen Council confirms local elections will proceed on May 7 after government U-turn, amid Lancashire devolution and council reorganisation
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February 18, 2026 at 8:08 AM
'We will be ready' - Blackburn with Darwen Council statement after elections U-turn
Care home where 'residents feel happy and safe' delighted with CQC rating
Care home where 'residents feel happy and safe' delighted with CQC rating
Meadow Bank Care Home in Preston rated ‘Good’ by CQC in all areas after December 2025 inspection, praised for safety, dementia care and dedicated staff.
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February 18, 2026 at 8:08 AM
Care home where 'residents feel happy and safe' delighted with CQC rating