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Preston and Lancashire News
Keep up to date with the latest news and sports articles for Preston and Lancashire. You will also find links on the left that will direct you to local and national newspaper websites and publications.
Heritage railway's train targeted by vandals
The "mindless act" caused £2,000 in damage and police were unable to find those responsible.
Boy, 14, held on suspicion of arson over bus blaze
The vehicle was badly damaged by the blaze which broke out at a station in Burnley.
Chef's mission to bring back forgotten 1500s recipe
Mike Counsell wants to bring back the ancient recipe for Lancashire tosset cakes.
Your Voice, Your Vote: Tell us the election issues that matter to you
Your Voice, Your Vote puts your stories and issues at the heart of this year's general election.
Zoo's delight at birth of endangered orangutan
The baby is only the second to be born at the zoo in over 20 years.
Instructor's passion 'makes diving accessible'
An instructor is inspiring two men to achieve their dream of scuba diving.
Is Brexit talk a 'poisoned chalice' for politicians?
Voters are asking the BBC why Brexit is not being talked about more in the general election campaign.
Couple recreate wedding toast on rollercoaster
For their silver wedding, the couple recreate their photo at the top of Blackpool's Big One ride.
Museum honours volunteer, 89, on 150th anniversary
"Hugely popular" Richard Croasdale has been "doing his bit" at the institution for 17 years.
Charges brought after man attacked in street
A man in his 50s is in hospital in critical condition with significant head injuries, police say.
Barclays branches across UK targeted by protesters
Windows were smashed and rocks thrown in the co-ordinated protests by the group Palestine Action.
Roads remain closed after blaze at former DWP site
Up to 50 firefighters attended the blaze with crews remaining at the scene over the weekend.
Couch & Hatton inducted into boxing hall of fame
Former world champions Ricky Hatton and Jane Couch were inducted into the Boxing Hall of Fame on Sunday.
Prom plagued by motorhomes and vans - residents
Morecambe locals say those parking up on the prom are throwing toilet waste down drains.
Church earmarked for housing to stay a storage unit
Waterloo Road Methodist Church will continue to operate as a self-storage facility for three years.
City's tallest office block to become apartments
The 15-storey Guild Tower, previously home to a government department, is to become 115 apartments.
New flats plan could 'kickstart' city regeneration
Plans are approved for a new 19-storey development in Preston complete with a public square.
Preston fined £40,000 for offensive fan chants
Preston are fined a cumulative £40,000 for offensive supporter chants at Huddersfield and Chelsea in the 2023-24 season.
Flintoff earns first England U19s call-up
Rocky Flintoff, the 16-year-old son of Andrew Flintoff, is called up to England's Under-19 squad for the first time.
Couch & Hatton inducted into boxing hall of fame
Former world champions Ricky Hatton and Jane Couch were inducted into the Boxing Hall of Fame on Sunday.
Somerset pair share record stand in Hampshire loss
Somerset hammer Hampshire and Yorkshire coast to win over Derbyshire in T20 Blast, as Lancashire, Sussex and Middlesex also win.
Lancashire Thunder edge past Sunrisers in cup
Central Sparks? end South East Stars undefeated run in the Charlotte Edwards Cup as The Blaze and Southern Vipers also win.
No deal done for Ince - Appleton
Blackpool manager Michael Appleton says Liverpool are interested in Thomas Ince but denies a deal has been done.
Moores to nurture youth at Lancs
Peter Moores will continue to help young, local talent progress after extending his contract as Lancashire coach.
Alexander to reduce squad size
New manager Graham Alexander plans to reduce the size of the squad he has inherited at League Two side Fleetwood Town.
Foster display delights Westley
Preston manager Graham Westley says Luke Foster gave an "outstanding" performance on his debut against Bury.
Oxford Utd 2-0 Accrington
James Constable's seventh goal of the season helps Oxford beat Accrington and secures a place in the FA Cup third round.
Trio reach World Open last eight
England's Laura Massaro, Jenny Duncalf and Alison Waters reach the quarter-finals of the women's World Squash Open.
No plans to sell Austin - Burnley
Burnley say they will resist attempts to buy 22-goal striker Charlie Austin during the January transfer window.
Moores extends deal at Lancashire
Head coach Peter Moores will remain with Lancashire until the end of the 2014 season after extending his contract.
Appleton expects Basham to return
Blackpool are confident that midfielder Chris Basham will play a full part in the club's festive fixture programme.
Robinson remains in Berg's plans
Manager Henning Berg insists Paul Robinson has a future at Blackburn, despite leaving his keeper out at Blackpool.
Cyclist Wiggins wins BBC trophy
Olympic gold medallist and Tour de France winner Bradley Wiggins is voted the 2012 BBC Sports Personality of the Year.
England to rest Lancs' Anderson
Chris Woakes and Jos Buttler replace James Anderson and Jonathan Trott in England's one-day squad to face India.
Letby jury told to 'decide case only on evidence'
Former nurse Lucy Letby denies the attempted murder of an infant at Countess of Chester Hospital.
Teenage gang jailed over killing of 'loved' father
Junior Osborne, 50, was fatally stabbed in an unprovoked and planned attack in Leicester.
Woman, 67, arrested in school abuse inquiry
The arrest comes a day after police launched an investigation into non-recent abuse at the school.
Dave Myers honoured with hometown freedom
The Hairy Biker is given the posthumous title for his "valuable and sterling service" to Barrow.
Prisoner plots hospital escape while in shower
James Whitlock tries to flee hospital after detaching himself from a chain while washing.
Drink driver jailed for causing woman's death
Jonathon Hopkinson is jailed for eight years for killing Alice Birchall in a head-on collision in Leeds in 2022.
The Selecter frontman Gaps Hendrickson dies
Arthur ?Gaps? Hendrickson dies after a short illness, a spokesperson for The Selecter says.
Drunk man who shot himself in face is jailed
Anthony McCall, 36, needed surgery for his injuries after discharging the self-loading pistol.
Decision to axe women's teams 'not taken lightly'
The ex-chief executive said finances gave Thornaby FC no choice but to prioritise its men's team.
Second horse dies from 'exhaustion' at fair
Horses being overworked and exhausted was a "significant issue" at Appleby, the RSPCA say.
£2.5m penthouse named after famous communist
A tenants group says it is ridiculous that the flat shares its name with Friedrich Engels.
'Which party will care for the carers?'
Allie Dean and her carer Chris Naylor say they feel they are "being abused" by the benefits system.