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Authorities conducted raids at locations in Bolton and Burnley as part of an investigation into five companies accused of sending 170 million unsolicited text messages related to car finance mis-selling claims.
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Burnley manager Nicky Hayen has acknowledged the need to strengthen the team's attacking options following their recent elimination from the cup competition. He is actively working on acquiring more offensive players ahead of the upcoming transfer deadline.
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A list of the lowest petrol and diesel prices in Burnley has been compiled, based on data from petrolprices.com. The information highlights the most affordable fuel options available at various garages in the area this week.
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The incident took place in the early hours of Sunday morning.
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A Chorley man has been jailed after making almost £1 million through the sale of illegal IPTV services.
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Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman reported being sexually assaulted inside a Lancashire town centre bar.
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A major UK restaurant chain has confirmed it will close all 106 of its sites next month, including its two branches in Lancashire.
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“It took the fire brigade 14 minutes to reach us! Those minutes were the longest, most terrifying of my life...”
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“It took the fire brigade 14 minutes to reach us! Those minutes were the longest, most terrifying of my life...”
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Lancashire County Council has approved a revised Speed Limit Order setting a 50mph limit on Main Road (A6) at Galgate, due to come into force on August 31.
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Visitors from Lancashire are being warned as national park chiefs vow to crack down on fly-camping as thousands of day-trippers are set to head to the Lake District this Bank Holiday weekend.
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The Met Office has issued a warning for thunderstorms across Lancashire...
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Four dogs are stolen each day.
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The council has sent crews back to a dust-plagued Preston road after resident’s complaints.
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A Lancashire man convicted of multiple historic sexual offences against two sisters has failed in a bid to overturn his convictions
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A Lancashire councillor's discrimination claim against an NHS trust has been delayed until 2027, prompting warnings that employment tribunal backlogs could undermine new workplace rights.
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An East Lancashire MP has said he is “demanding answers” from United Utilities after concerns about raw sewage spills in local waterways
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Rural Lancashire communities are set to benefit from faster broadband as Openreach expands its Full Fibre network
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Plans have been submitted to install a passenger lift inside one of Lancashire's best-known historic buildings to improve access for disabled visitors.
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Lancashire social worker Katy Cleece has been recognised for research aimed at improving mental health support for mothers and helping families receive earlier intervention
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Plans have been submitted to create a new electric vehicle charging hub at the Morrisons store in Lancashire.
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A temporary 40mph speed limit will be introduced on Harbour Lane in Wheelton while fibre installation work is carried out
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The Blaze secure their place in the One-Day Cup knockout phase in September as Somerset, Surrey and Lancashire also win.
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Lancashire County Council and Wyre Council are at loggerheads over who should cover the cost.
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Stand-in captain Josh Bohannon hopes that Lancashire's younger players can learn from the team's struggles in the County Championship this season.
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