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Afghan refugee Aziza sews an incubator cover for premature babies at a group run by Lancashire County Council’s Refugee Integration Team and local charity Roots to Branches. cropped

"Sewing was our lifeline under the Taliban - now we're using it for poorly babies here"

On a grey autumnal morning, a lifeline for premature babies is in the making in Lancashire, thanks to a quiet group of Afghan refugees.

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Councillors to discuss new strategy to promote community cohesion and integration

A new strategy that aims to cultivate collaboration, dismantle barriers to social integration and eliminate discrimination, harassment and victimisation is set to be discussed by councillors.

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Community group hopes to 'leave fossil fuels behind' with green energy scheme

A community group which aims to 'leave fossil fuels behind' is planning to install a 'greener, cheaper' energy scheme in a North Lancashire village.

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History detectives needed to explore Lancaster's black history

The artist behind a project featuring Africans who lived in Lancaster in the 18th century is to host a series of workshops at Judges' Lodgings, starting this month.

Winner Kathryn Olley with judges

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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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.

The Capricorn Singers won the People's Choice Award, as well as the Second Place Runner-up at Lancashire Choir of the Year 2023 cropped-2

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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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.

Cllr Rupert Swarbrick with a Pilkingtonbus

Passengers return to buses in highest numbers since pandemic

More than 40million bus journeys were undertaken in Lancashire in one year, as passengers returned to public transport in numbers not seen since before the pandemic.

Adoption Lancashire and Blackpool are currently looking for homes for children

Loving adoptive homes needed for under twos

"Seeing Freddie's joyful smile every day is a constant reminder that we made the right decision to adopt. He has brought a level of happiness and fulfilment into our lives that we never thought possible."

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More than 50 undercover vape stings carried out in Lancashire

More than 50 undercover stings took place across Lancashire across the summer, with a third of the shops tested illegally selling vapes to underage volunteers.

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'Heartfelt thank you' for long-standing volunteers recognised at celebration event

Long-standing volunteers from across Lancashire have been recognised for their efforts at a special celebration evening.