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Volunteers at the event in Rawtenstall

Lancashire's community spirit shines as volunteers transform green spaces

Volunteers rolled up their sleeves to support communities across the county as part of the first ever Lancashire Volunteering Day.

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Fun Palaces return to Lancashire with free family-friendly activities this October

Thirteen libraries across the county, along with Lancaster Castle and Judges' Lodgings, will once again be transformed into Fun Palaces this October, offering a weekend of free, family-friendly activities for all ages.

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Lancashire shop handed three-month closure for illicit tobacco and vapes haul

A Lancashire shop has been forced to shut their doors for three months after Trading Standards officers seized thousands of pounds' worth of illegal tobacco products and vapes.

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Health report highlights ongoing impact of Jameson Road landfill odour on residents

A comprehensive Health and Community Impact Report into odour emissions from the Jameson Road landfill site in Fleetwood has highlighted the ongoing impact on residents’ health and wellbeing.

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Lancashire’s plan to help residents live well and for longer

Lancashire is at a pivotal moment for health, wellbeing and prosperity, with strong foundations in place to give children the best possible start in life and prevent poor health earlier and more effectively.

Councillor Joshua Roberts on the day of action

Day of action aims to reduce knife crime across Preston

Retailers have been given important knife sale advice during a day of action aimed at reducing knife crime.

Ester Pegg

Warm welcome as temperatures drop

“This a warm space, somewhere where everyone can come and relax and find things that they want to do and chat with like-minded people.”

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Preston newsagent fined £4,000 after flouting court order

A Preston newsagent who flouted a court order banning them from selling vapes and tobacco has been fined £4,000 and hit with court costs.

ON Newsagents on Orchard Street in Preston, which formerly traded as EN Newsagents, were handed a Restricted Premises Order earlier this year after persistently selling to underage buyers.

Visitors enjoying one of last year's Fun Palace events

Free, family-friendly activities at Lancashire's 'Fun Palaces' this weekend

Thousands of people are expected to try new activities as 20 of Lancashire's libraries and buildings are filled with slime, LEGO and dancers this weekend.

Councillor Joshua Roberts at the reuse shop in Preston

Discover what happens behind the scenes to your waste and recycling

Have you ever thought about discovering more about what happens behind the scenes to your waste and recycling?

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Warnings of the dangers of counterfeit Labubu dolls

Parents are being warned of the dangers of counterfeit versions of the popular Labubu dolls, after copies were found to be potentially unsafe.

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Meet the heart survivors transforming their lives and their communities

“Having a heart attack made me re-evaluate what’s truly important in life – my family.”