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£300k funding boost for high-flying Watchtower project

A pioneering £1million initiative to support the aerospace and advanced engineering industry in Lancashire has received further funding to enable it to soar to new heights.

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Lancashire Artist of the Year 2024 winner and finalists revealed

A Lytham St Annes woman has spoken about the positive impact art has had on her life after being named winner of Lancashire Artist of the Year.

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Have your say on proposed changes to NoWcard transport scheme

People are being asked to have their say on proposals to remove an extra discount available to some NoWcard bus pass holders.

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Community groups urged to apply for last of free fruit tree grants

Volunteers who run a thriving community orchard have revealed plans to donate fresh fruit and homemade jam from their next harvest to local foodbanks.

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Voting for 'People's Choice Award' opens for Lancashire Choir of the Year 2024

Members of the public are being urged to vote for their favourite singing voices from across the county as part of this year's Lancashire Choir of the Year competition.

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Plans to build two new schools in Preston take key step forward

Ambitious plans to create two new schools in Preston have taken a crucial step forward today.

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Package of measures aim to help tackle obesity in Lancashire

A package of measures to help tackle obesity in Lancashire, including advice on the siting of takeaways, is set to be agreed by councillors.

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New accessible toilet opens at Lancaster station

A new accessible toilet for disabled people has been opened at Lancaster station, which has been funded by Avanti West Coast and the local authority.

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£2.1m speed camera schemes planned for two major roads with history of safety concerns

Plans to install speed cameras along two major roads with a history of safety concerns are set to move forward, thanks in part due to residents coming forward in Burnley.

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Free activities on offer at Lancashire "Fun Palaces"

Robot races, sword fighting, and knitting a giant Preston North End scarf are among the activities taking place across the county this week.

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Boost-supported businesses among BIBAs 2024 winners

Nine businesses who have previously received growth support from Boost; Lancashire’s Business Growth Hub were among the winners from 20 categories at this year’s Be Inspired Business Awards (BIBAs) in Blackpool last Friday.

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Burnley student who was in a coma is now training to be a doctor thanks to historic fund

A student who spent three weeks in a coma after contracting pneumonia and sepsis has been awarded financial support from a fund set up by a Burnley businessman more than 100 years ago.