Blackburn's Adam Morgan brought the curtain down on an impressive British Touring Car Championship campaign with a fifth-place finish in the final race of the season at Brands Hatch last weekend.

A McDonald's restaurant in Blackburn is planning a major refurbishment aimed at improving its speed and efficiency, while also radically changing its appearance.

Police close Preston flat on Driscoll Street for three months after reports of drug dealing, anti-social behaviour and noise nuisance, following court order.

Thirty-three people have been charged following a major police operation targeting the supply of drugs into Lancashire.

A prolific shoplifter who was found hiding in a telephone box after stealing chocolate bars from Tesco has been jailed.

A BOEING 737 operating a positioning flight from Manchester Airport declared an emergency shortly after take-off this afternoon before landing safely in Birmingham.

Police appeal for missing Blackburn woman Jennie Kirby, 40, last seen on Griffin Street on October 13. Call 999 now with sightings or 101 with information.

A former Blackburn pub which later became a community hub could be converted into a nursery providing 35 childcare places for local residents

A Fylde MP, a Kirkham councillor and a Wrea Green building firm were among the local names connected to an emotional episode of BBC's DIY SOS.

Lily-Mae was last seen on Grosvenor Street, Crewe, at around 10.40am on Monday, October 12.

In this week's Dear Dicky, a man in his 50s wants to leave his job but doesn't really know where to start.

Blackburn Rovers' number one was in inspired form as they beat Bristol City

Greggs' customers can get their hands on the Festive Bake in just over a week - see the exact day it drops in UK stores.

A man in his 20s has died and another has been left seriously injured after a car crashed in Burnley.

Tony Mowbray reflected on the improvements within their squad

A Lancaster family whose baby daughter has finally been allowed home after spending almost her entire life in hospital is backing a £35,000 appeal.

A ranking of 76 North West bank branches names the lowest-rated locations on Google, with NatWest in Lancaster at the bottom.

A Waterfoot man who killed his brother with a single punch following a night of drinking has been jailed for four years.

Live updates from Preston Crown Court on day three of the trial into the alleged murder of Matthew Weller in Accrington.

A Lancashire ex-footballer has written a new book about the conviction of football's biggest sex offender Barry Bennell.

Talking points from Blackburn Rovers' 1-0 win at Ashton Gate

Community leaders and politicians from across East Lancashire are speaking out in support of bereaved parents at a variety of events and commemorations marking Baby Loss Awareness Week.

Live updates from the sentencing of Brent Clayton, who was found guilty of the manslaughter of his brother Simon Clayton following a trial.

Residents across the North West are celebrating after landing a £1,000 prize in the Postcode Lottery daily draw today, October 14.

Kelli Hollis, known for playing Paula in Coronation Street, will return to the ITV soap, she has confirmed.

Train fault near Preston causes delays and train cancellations through Bolton.

Balazs Toth was the star man for Blackburn Rovers at Ashton Gate

A judge has told a Burnley man to have a “long hard think” about why he was watching “depraved and disgusting” pornographic videos involving animals.

The canal through Blackburn will be among those to benefit from an extensive weed removal programme across the North West canals.

Blackburn MP Adnan Hussain says he will continue raising concerns with authorities after families highlighted issues over maintenance and grave restrictions at Pleasington Cemetery.

The event will take place on Thursday, November 5, at East Lancs Cricket Club.

There was something missing in the town centre when this photo was taken in June 2006 and the good folk of Darwen were not happy about it.

Traffic was backed up along Whitebirk Drive, with drivers joining the route having little option but to sit in the queue until they reached the traffic lights.

A cannabis farm worker who was caught tending more than 1,500 plants in a Fleetwood house has been jailed.

Up to nine new homes could be built on a field on the edge of Wilpshire under new plans.

A Blackburn man has been fined after travelling without tickets on two Northern train journeys to Manchester.

Little Voices Blackburn, Darwen and Ribble Valley has been working in partnership with the school, delivering performing arts sessions.

Tony Mowbray paid tribute to Balazs Toth after his match-winning display against Bristol City.

Player ratings from Blackburn Rovers' match at Ashton Gate against Bristol City

Blackburn Rovers beat Bristol City 1-0 at Ashton Gate

Crown Point Road is currently shut between Burnley Road East and Manchester Road in Burnley

A Blackpool man spent four days in hospital and is still heavily bandaged after a suspected spider bite was followed by a serious infection in his leg.

Burnley College performing arts students gained valuable live experience performing at Colne Cricket Club’s music festival alongside 90s pop group East 17

Lancashire’s finest food and drink producers took centre stage at a special industry showcase as the Taste Lancashire Producer Awards 2027 opened for entries

Accrington's Bensons for Beds has donated £6,165 to homelessness charity Crisis following a week-long mattress fundraising campaign

Cuerden Valley Park near Bamber Bridge was targeted by vandals at the weekend.

Lancaster accountancy firm ICS Accounting has been named Best Contractor Accountancy for the third consecutive year at the National Contracting Awards

Blackpool’s Bannatyne Health Club is hosting a week of fundraising activities to support life-saving air ambulance services

Lancashire homeowners are being warned about cluster flies gathering in attics and roof spaces as colder weather arrives, with experts offering advice on tackling infestations

Motorists could soon see Haslingden Old Road reopen as major repairs progress following a landslip that closed the route in January 2025