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Challenging times ahead as cabinet is updated on council's financial position

The county council's cabinet have been updated on the financial position of the council at the end of the last financial year.

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New plan approved for improving homes for children in care in Lancashire

A new plan for improving homes for children in care in Lancashire has been given the green light.

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Plans approved to raise the age range at two primary schools

Plans to raise the age range at two Lancashire primary schools have been given the green light.

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Public Health director given award for his work across the north west

"It's humbling and inspiring to be recognised by your own profession."

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Here are the latest improvements to bus services coming this month

A raft of improvements to bus services across the South and East of the county will be introduced this month.

Cllr Stephen Atkinson

'Our areas of focus for 2025-26': How we plan to build a better Lancashire, together

A key document that sets out the county council's core priorities over the next 12 months will be considered by cabinet next week.

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Work to begin on final set of new traffic lights targeting key junctions in Preston

The fourth and final stage of a scheme to replace traffic lights at key junctions in Preston is set to begin later this month.

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Cabinet to consider first price increase in nine years at Preston Bus Station car park

Plans to bring charges at Preston Bus Station car park in line with other city centre car parks will be considered by councillors next week.

Pictured on the back row from left to right in one of the new classrooms at Lea Community Primary School are pupils Samaira, Etta and Alana and on the front row, from left to right are Vinny and Samuel

Preston primary school celebrates new expansion

"It's so welcoming – and that's what it's all about."

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Grimsargh Skew Bridge to be widened during summer holidays to reduce disruption

A significant upgrade to Skew Bridge and Preston Road in Grimsargh is about to get underway, with a key phase of construction carefully scheduled during school holidays to keep disruption to a minimum.

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Flying the Flag for Armed Forces Day

Lancashire County Council and other local authorities across the county have raised a special Armed Forces Day flag this week.

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Witness Burnley's awe-inspiring 'Peace' engine at Queen Street Mill's Steam Days

A rare opportunity to see the world's last steam-powered weaving shed come to life is happening this week in Burnley.