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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)

Man rescued after flat blast is arrested over drugs
Two people were burned in the explosion at block of flats in Burnley, Lancashire Police say.
Marsh rescue pair were 'trying to walk to Blackpool'
The pair were not familiar with the area and unaware of the tide times, the coastguard said.
Police force 'victimised' disabled officer
The force ignored recommendations from its own medical advisers, a tribunal has heard.
Kite flyers from across world attend festival
Kite fanatics from across the world descend on a seaside town for its annual festival.
'Funny and caring' ex-police biker killed in crash
Jim Barnes, 70, is a former police road traffic officer, Lancashire Constabulary reports
Teenager who appeared in Freddie Flintoff show dies
Umar Mahmood, 18, had featured in Freddie Flintoff's Field of Dreams BBC series following young cricketers.
Police sting finds shops selling vapes to under-18s
Volunteers, aged 13-16, were able to illegally buy vapes from 20 shops across East Lancashire.
Historic pub that gave town its name calls last orders
The modern Lancashire town of Nelson grew around the 220-year-old Lord Nelson pub.
'Invaluable' long-serving hospice volunteers recognised
Four volunteers have helped out at a hospice in Preston for more than a century between them.
Hospital to pay £15m towards injured child's care
The mother of unborn ABJ was not given antibiotics despite tests suggesting she needed them.
Tortoise revels in shell-ebrity status after beach walks
Mr Miyagi has become well known after being regularly spotted on beach walks with owner Jackie Leek.
Upside down mural leaves community baffled
The mural which is on the side of a carpet shop in a Lancashire town, shows a fisherman and swirling sea.
Back-up ferry to cover Heysham services for two weeks
The Ben-my-Chree will run so the Manxman can undergo repairs and complete Liverpool berthing trials.
Cocaine gang who sold drugs across two counties jailed
The gang, which included a 16-year-old, moved cocaine and heroin between Lancashire and Yorkshire.
Killed cyclist believed to have hit manhole
The cyclist died two weeks after the incident in Chorley on 14 August.
Listed Georgian mansion to have solar panels installed
The move is part of Lytham Hall's plans to be more environmentally-friendly and cut energy bills.
Boxer who killed man in unprovoked attack jailed
Mali Wright, 30, punched his victim so hard he broke his ribs and ruptured his spleen.
Burnley defender Esteve signs five-year contract
Burnley defender Maxime Esteve has signed a new five-year deal at Turf Moor.
Statements by ex-Rovers boss Tomasson 'unfair' - Travis
Blackburn captain Lewis Travis says the reasons given by former boss Jon Dahl Tomasson for his loan move to Ipswich were "unfair".
Off-field issues 'affected' Adams in last Shrimps spell
Manager Derek Adams says that Morecambe's ownership issues affected him in his last stint at the club.

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.

National News Headlines

Man, 18, charged with triple murder over Luton tower block deaths
Nicholas Prosper, 18, is charged with the murders of a woman and two teenagers in a flat in Luton.
Government defends early release scheme after freed prisoner charged with sexual assault
Amari Ward, 31, is alleged to have attacked a woman on the same day he was released.
Two further men charged in violent disorder probe
Police say they are working to identify all those involved in the August Bordesley Green disorder.
Pedestrian dies after being hit by police vehicle
Warwickshire Police says the incident in which a man in his 60s died had been reported to the watchdog.
Man rescued after flat blast is arrested over drugs
Two people were burned in the explosion at block of flats in Burnley, Lancashire Police say.
Dog dies in Crawley house fire
Sussex Police said the blaze in Broadfield was being treated as "suspected deliberate ignition".
Sepsis death mum not examined for hours
Jessica Bonner's family say their world was turned upside down when she died following surgery.
Four arrests after suspected cocaine found on boat
The fishing vessel was stopped off the coast of Newquay on Friday, the National Crime Agency says.
Zutons say US tour scuppered by work visa delays
The Liverpool band say they have had to postpone US and Canada shows due to begin on Friday.
Police dog injured in Southport riots retires
The police dog needed stitches after she was injured during disorder in Southport on 30 July.
I regret my party's Stop The Boats slogan, says Tory peer
Lord Kirkhope says inflammatory words used by politicians helped stoke a heated political climate.
'Funny and caring' ex-police biker killed in crash
Jim Barnes, 70, is a former police road traffic officer, Lancashire Constabulary reports

Source: BBC News

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