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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)

Teens held in Manchester over Texas synagogue siege
Briton Malik Faisal Akram died in the standoff with police after taking four hostages.
Ava Grace Nolan: Nelson parents jailed for causing baby's death
Daniel Nolan and Sophie Nash blamed each other for eight-day-old Ava Grace's death, police say.
Tributes paid to ex-council chief who helped Blackpool thrive
Derek Wardman was at the heart of some of Blackpool's brightest projects over a quarter of a century.
Covid: Half of Preston Chocolate factory staff off with virus
Half of the staff at a Preston chocolate factory are self-isolating, the managing director said.
Accrington man admits murdering pensioner and stealing from others
John Swannack, who killed Bill Howard, also admitted theft and fraud in relation to other vulnerable people.
Boris Johnson mocking system, Covid-breach mayor says
A former Blackburn mayor who quit after breaking Covid rules calls on Boris Johnson to do the same.
Nelson man killed daughter's mother-in-law over marriage feud
Axe-wielding Mohammad Malik "launched an attack of unsparing violence", police say.
Boris Johnson cancels Lancashire visit
The prime minister limits contacts with others after a family member tests positive for coronavirus.
Covid: Blackpool animal sanctuary 'feared for future' over financial impact
The impact of Covid-19 on a Blackpool sanctuary left it with £150 to pay for care for dozens of animals.
Conservative Party conference returns to Blackpool
The event at Blackpool's Winter Gardens is worth about £2.5m to the economy, tourism bosses say.
Newcastle United fan jailed for storming Burnley pub
Fighting broke out between rival fans at the Turf Hotel in Burnley during a football match in 2019.
Heysham explosion: Woman in court over gas blast that killed toddler
Sharon Greenham is accused of the manslaughter of two-year-old George Hinds and theft of gas.
Cardiff City 0-1 Blackburn Rovers: Rothwell wins it for 10-man Rovers
Blackburn Rovers maintain the pressure on the teams at the top of the Championship at they ground out a 1-0 win at Cardiff with 10 men.
Preston North End 1-1 Birmingham City: Scott Hogan header earns Blues late draw
Scott Hogan's late equaliser rescues a point for Birmingham to end Preston boss Ryan Lowe's winning league start.
Accrington Stanley 1-1 Sunderland
Mitch Clark's late equaliser for 10-man Accrington prevents Sunderland going top of League One after a draw at the Wham Stadium.
AFC Wimbledon 0-0 Morecambe
AFC Wimbledon and Morecambe draw 0-0 in a tight League One relegation battle at Plough Lane.
Fleetwood Town 1-0 Rotherham United
Anthony Pilkington's stoppage-time goal sees Fleetwood beat previous League One leaders Rotherham.

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

Teens held in Manchester over Texas synagogue siege
Briton Malik Faisal Akram died in the standoff with police after taking four hostages.
Woman, 86, killed and husband seriously injured in home attack
The 86-year-old victim has been named locally as Freda Walker, wife of a former district councillor.
Senior Met officers sacked for gross misconduct
Ch Supt Paul Martin and Ch Insp Davinder Kandohla breached standards of professional behaviour.
Piel Island: Search for licensee to run 300-year-old pub
The successful applicant will be "crowned" monarch of Piel by having alcohol poured over them.
Downing Street parties: MPs James Grundy and Andrew Gwynne clash
MPs have a heated exchange over the reported lockdown breaching drinks in Downing Street
Peter Seabrook: Gardening writer and broadcaster dies aged 86
Tributes are paid to the author and former BBC Gardeners' World presenter who died on Friday.
Police 'increasingly concerned' for missing woman
Marnie Clayton, 18, was last seen leaving the Atik club in Windsoron Sunday morning.
Yorkshire heart attack patient urged to take lift to York hospital
Graham Reagan says the ambulance service urged him to get a lift to hospital or face a long wait.
Boy, 12, killed in two-car collision near Lincoln
Police said a Mercedes and a Ford Galaxy collided near Lincoln on Sunday morning.
Former city minister Lord Myners of Truro dies age 73
He led some of the UK's best-known companies and helped shape the response to the 2008 financial crisis.
East Winch salt appeal to treat bitten and injured seal pups
A charity is treating dozens of injured baby seals, with some being attacked by dogs on beaches.
Peacehaven beach: Coastguard rescues dog cut off by tide
The dog's owner was praised for calling emergency services, instead of trying to save his pet alone.

Source: BBC News

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