30 Aug, 2019

M55 lane closures to last until evening for grass cutting and drainage works as families head to Blackpool Illuminations switch-on

Delays are expected on the M55 today (August 30) due to ongoing grass cutting and drainage works - as thousands of families head to Blackpool for the Illuminations.

Latest News

M6 slip road reduced to 1 lane after rush hour crash at Bamber Bridge

A crash on an M6 slip road has led to heavy congestion and delays this morning (August 30).

Second young Blackpool boy injured by tram in same spot outside Queenâs Hotel in Promenade

A second young boy has been injured in a collision with a tram in Blackpool.

Slimmers shed their clothes for Cancer Research

Preston Slimming World members are helping to highlight the links between obesity and cancer, while raising cash for the charity

Promoted by Slimmer's World

Police appeal after cruel robber steals boyâs bike in Preston

Police in Preston are appealing for information after a boy was robbed of his bicycle in the city.

Takeaway review: The Lalbagh, Penwortham proves variety is the spice of life!

You know how it is when you have a favourite curry house for your weekend takeaway.

Sport Update

City is buzzing says Preston North End boss Alex Neil ahead of Nottingham Forest trip

Boss Alex Neil is hoping a big week for Preston will be capped by victory over Nottingham Forest at the City Ground tomorrow.

Exclusive Jayden Stockley Preston North End column: Iâm Stoked about Englandâs Ashes chances!

If you happened to see a Preston North End striker celebrating wildly on the streets of Fulwood last Sunday...yes, I hold my hand up â that was me!

IN PICTURES: Preston North End and Manchester Cityâs previous clashes

This week Preston North End were rewarded for reaching the third round of the League Cup with a home tie against holders Manchester City.

And finally...

Four bedrooms and a cinema

Three level home is state-of-the-art

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