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"I wanted to give a child a nurturing upbringing, with everything that they deserve - it's the best thing I've ever done."
That's the opinion of one Lancashire adoptive mum on her experiences of becoming an adopter.
New cycle link connects South Ribble and Preston railway station
A new cycleway and footpath linking South Ribble with Preston Railway Station has officially opened. The new pathway, which runs underneath the East Cliff bridge, connects to an abandoned railway line which now provides a safe and picturesque walking and cycling route to South Ribble.
Lancs shop forced to shut until January after illegal vapes bust
An East Lancashire shop has been ordered to close for three months after hording stashes of illegal vapes and tobacco and selling a vape to a child.
Council Launches Public Consultation on Future of Adult Social Care Services
A public consultation to gather views on the future of Lancashire County Council's in-house adult social care services has been launched.
Work on major bus station upgrade in Colne town centre to begin in the New Year
Work on a major improvement scheme in Colne town centre – designed to enhance public transport access and improve traffic flow – is set to begin in the New Year.
Councillors agree to freeze their allowances
Councillors have voted to freeze their allowances, after a motion was put forward in yesterday's Full Council meeting by Councillor Ged Mirfin, cabinet member for Resources, HR and Property.
Rules simplified for people managing their own social care
Changes have been agreed to make it simpler for people to understand how they can spend their personal social care budget.
Lancashire Artist of the Year 2025: Winner and finalists unveiled
An artist who set out to paint every canal bridge between Parbold and Gathurst has been crowned Lancashire Artist of the Year 2025.
Vital schools funding plan gets go ahead
A crucial plan for future school provision in Lancashire has been given the green light this week.
Grimsargh Skew Bridge project reaches crucial stage with upcoming piling works
Work to widen Grimsargh Skew Bridge enters a key phase next week, with major foundation works set to begin.
Major SEND improvements shown as crucial strategy unveiled
Major progress has been made in SEND provision in Lancashire, according to new figures.
Help us name Lancashire's ten new gritters
Lancashire’s gritters are back – and some fresh recruits need names to join the legendary ranks of Albert Icestein, Basil Salty, Captain Snow, and Wall-ice & Gromit.