A Lancashire woman who set up a petition to save 10 under-threat, council-run care amenities has so far been backed by nearly 1,500 people.

A Blackpool restaurant fighting to keep its conservatory after planners said it had to come down has seen its latest planning application thrown out.

Two famous and proud Lancastrians with links to Burnley and the Ribble Valley have been honoured by the University of Lancashire.

As Flu hospitalisation surges nationally, take a look below at what the situation in the Noth West is and what advice is being handed out.

Jobs have been safeguarded after a Blackpool-based wholesaler and distributor of seasonal products was bought out of administration.