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Carnival is saved by last gasp arts grant

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The first Garstang Colour Dash took place on Sunday, April 22.

WATCH: Garstang turned into a rainbow of runners during inaugural Colour Dash

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Proprietor Michelle Unsworth, nursery assistant Christina Collinson and Fudge the labrador at SO Plants' new permanent home at Little Town Farm, Thornley, near Longridge

SO Plants puts down roots

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John Marsden died in a road traffic collision in Cumeragh Road, Whittingham.

Longridge motorcyclist John Marsden died "taking evasive action" to avoid van in his path

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Artists ask residents how have Preston's surroundings changed?

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Britain’s Most Wanted list: sexual crimes

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Where are the best historic halls and stately homes in Lancashire?

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REGIONAL: Hotel evacuated after "report of a suspicious package"

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Wastwater. Photo via British Tourist Authority.

Lancashire man killed in Lake District tragedy

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Big Brexit Survey

BIG BREXIT SURVEY: Half of people in the UK think we would be better off economically in Europe

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Longridge motorcyclist John Marsden died "taking evasive action" to avoid van in his path

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A photo of the scene posted by Assistant Chief Constable Terry Woods.

M6 closed following "serious injury collision" involving car and lorry

Transport
Todd Shimell, a member of the Minions team, will be driving to Benidorm in a charity fund-raiser after doing up a 60 Ford Mondeo. Photos: Neil Cross.

The 'Macmillan Minion' is Benidorm-bound for cancer research

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The 19th Chipping Steam Fair, which took place last year

It's full steam ahead for the 20th anniversary Chipping Steam Fair

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"We are giving him the send off he would be proud of and deserves", said Secretary of the Millennium 2000 Bike Club, Adam Walton. Photos: Neil Cross.

Bikers take to the streets to honour motorcyclist Karl Chester

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Britain’s Most Wanted list: sexual crimes

Crime
Handout CCTV still dated 22/05/17 issued by Greater Manchester Police of Salman Abedi on the night he carried out the Manchester Arena terror attack

REGIONAL: "He's evil. Simple as that," says the cousin of Manchester Arena bomber Salman Abedi

Crime

Have you seen missing man William Hope?

Crime
The overturned car. Photo: Lancashire Road Police.

Driver of car that overturned on the M6 arrested for suspected drink driving

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You could be a Lancashire Lifesaver

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Some parents are disappointed with their allocated school

When do parents in Lancashire find out about primary school places and can I appeal?

Education
AJ Hartley (left) collaborated with Blink-182 frontman Tom DeLonge last year for a sci-fi novel series.

City centre book singing sees bestselling author AJ Hartley return to Preston

Business
Tracey Jones and Angela Livesey (middle) from Garstang Community Academy receive the award. Photo: Les Gibbon.

Garstang Community Academy says 'thank you' after £5,000 funding boost

Lifestyle
Ann Turner is retiring after more than a decade as Principal of Myerscough College.

Myerscough College Principal Ann Turner bids farewell after 12 years

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SO Plants puts down roots

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Photo: John Stillwell/PA Wire.

Lancashire care provider seeks rescue plan after financial pressures

Business
A photo of the scene posted by Assistant Chief Constable Terry Woods.

M6 closed following "serious injury collision" involving car and lorry

Transport
Owner of Action Records, Gordon Gibson. Photos: Neil Cross.

WATCH: Preston embraces vinyl's revival once again for Record Store Day

Music

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BIG BREXIT SURVEY: Half of people in the UK think we would be better off economically in Europe

Politics
Jamaican immigrants being welcomed by RAF officials at Tilbury after the Empire Windrush docked in 1948.

Windrush families to meet over scandal

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Course leader Cheryl Pickstock, Chris Hyde and Chris Hackett from North West Ambulance Service at the Lancashire Lifesavers event

You could be a Lancashire Lifesaver

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The public inquiry looking into fracking at Roseacre Wood is taking place at Blackpool FCs Bloomfield Road stadium for 10 days.

FRACKING INQUIRY: Routes to Roseacre Wood set 'to reduce protest effect' on the site

Environment
The flooded bend on Inglewhite Road outside of Skiddles Longridge base.

Road repairs will end 'danger to lives' on major Longridge road

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SO Plants puts down roots

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All aboard as artists Ruth Levene and Ian Nesbitt discuss changes on the outskirts of Preston

Artists ask residents how have Preston's surroundings changed?

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Thunder and lightning is expected in the yellow area.

YELLOW WEATHER WARNING: Lancashire avoids the worst of overnight thunderstorms

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The public inquiry looking into fracking at Roseacre Wood is taking place at Blackpool FCs Bloomfield Road stadium for 10 days.

FRACKING INQUIRY: Routes to Roseacre Wood set 'to reduce protest effect' on the site

Environment

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Flash sale for Race for Life in Preston on Monday

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Hospital visiting times at Preston and Chorley are being extended.

Hospital visiting times in Preston and Chorley are being relaxed for family and carers

Health
Don't let stress get the better of you

Don't let stress take control of your life

Health
Course leader Cheryl Pickstock, Chris Hyde and Chris Hackett from North West Ambulance Service at the Lancashire Lifesavers event

You could be a Lancashire Lifesaver

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Dennis Delight with Paul on drums

Preston band Dennis Delight ready to rock again almost one year on from van robbery

Music