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.

Latest News... (Source: BBC News)

Preston GP suspended over 'dishonest' food poisoning claims
Dr Zuber Bux's actions were "misleading, dishonest and financially motivated", a tribunal finds.
Fylde Council calls for fracking ban on safety grounds
Fylde Council in Lancashire claims the fracking industry is "unable to guarantee public safety".
Northern rail could be nationalised
The government is considering whether the management of the train service should be taken into public hands.
Three men shot at in a house in Skelmersdale
Police say the attack in Skelmersdale was "targeted".
Rachel Collins: Tributes to girl, 17, who died in bridge fall
The 17-year-old died shortly after falling from a bridge over a road in Lancashire.
Raymond Cullen death: Pair charged with Fleetwood man's murder
A post-mortem examination concluded Raymond Cullen died of fatal head injuries, say police.
Haslingden A56 closed after woman falls from bridge
A woman falls from a bridge over a road in Lancashire, with motorists advised to avoid the area.
Tyson Fury: WWE venture carries risk but huge reward in strange boxing times
The timing is not ideal but the rewards are significant and Tyson Fury can again prove his sales prowess when he enters WWE.
Morecambe fire: Gordon Working Men's Club blaze victims named
The two men who were rescued from the fire at the club in Morecambe died soon after, police say.
Sam Lavelle: Morecambe defender signs new deal until 2022
Morecambe defender Sam Lavelle signs a new contract with the League Two club until the end of 2022.
Ian Evatt: Barrow reject AFC Fylde approach for manager
Barrow reject an approach from AFC Fylde to talk to boss Ian Evatt about their managerial vacancy.
Dave Challinor: AFC Fylde sack boss after Sutton United game is postponed
AFC Fylde sack boss Dave Challinor - hours after their National League game with Sutton is postponed because of a rail incident.
Blackpool 1-2 Rotherham United
Rotherham secure back-to-back wins in League One with a hard-fought victory against Blackpool.
Rochdale 2-1 Accrington Stanley
Rochdale leapfrog opponents Accrington as they end a five-game winless run in League One with a home victory.

Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)

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.