A Hong Kong court has heard final arguments in the landmark national security trial of former pro-democracy newspaper founder Jimmy Lai, who could be sentenced to up to life in prison if he is ...

There are severe delays after a crash on the A56 in A lorry has struck the central reservation barrier. If this closure impacts on your planned route, please allow extra journey time ...

British number ones Jack Draper and Emma Raducanu will face each other in the first round of the revamped US Open mixed doubles. The mixed doubles has been moved to before the main tournament on ...

Tesco and Asda have suspended shipments from a British pig farm after an investigation alleged serious animal cruelty. The brands said they have stopped doing business with Somerby Top Farm in ...

An initiative in Blackburn that supports people who are out of work due to health conditions or disabilities has helped its 1,000th participant.

The charges state that Mulcahy, of Tong Lane, Bacup, entered a property and stole a wooden box containing jewellery as well as a wallet, credit cards, and £300 cash. Mulcahy entered a guilty plea and ...

A chance meeting at last year’s Great British Rhythm & Blues Festival has led to the formation of one of Colne’s most exciting new bands.

A Colne-based charity has secured a place in one of the world’s most famous road races – with a local businesswoman once wheelchair bound set ...

One year on from first crowning East Lancashire’s best bakery, it’s time again to see if any businesses have stepped up to claim the crown.

The bowls pavilion in Burnley’s Scott Park will get a new roof and extra toilets, councillors have decided as plans were approved ...

A manufacturing 'powerhouse' has been created on a rural industrial estate. Made Smarter, a government-funded scheme supporting SMEs in the North West, is driving change in Whitestake, Lancashire.

Lancashire’s A-level performance has continued to improve, with 26.2 of entries in 2025 awarded A or A*, according to new figures published ...