As few as one in five families who decide to educate their children at home in Lancashire allow the local authority to visit them and assess their progress
A new campaign will be launched in Lancashire tomorrow to alert grandparents to the latest advice on safer sleep for babies. FIONA FINCH reports on why grandpas and grandmas are being targeted to help keep infants safe.
Comedian Steve Royle received an invitation he could not refuse when he was asked to play legendary entertainer Dan Leno in a new play. Its creator David Slattery-Christy tells FIONA FINCH why the casting was instant
Children living in privately-run care homes in Lancashire – but who come from other parts of the country – sometimes go missing or become victims of crime before police even know they have arrived here, councillors have been told.
For Dr Fiona Frank it’s been quite a journey. To gain her PhD she traced the story of her uncle’s family. Her new book offers a unique insight into faith, family and immigration. She tells FIONA FINCH why its timing is so appropriate.
Cases of glaucoma are on the rise in Lancashire. The condition can rob a person of their sight but early diagnosis is the key to preventing serious damage. Daria Neklesa from sight loss charity Galloway’s reports on why regular eye checks are a must
A Chorley-based theatre company is bringing a new production to Lancashire which explores what the red rose county means to its residents. Fiona Finch reports how the pioneering Junction 8 Theatre is determined to create new work and attract new audiences to theatre.
As next week (March 11-15) is brain awareness week, medical herbalist columnist Jenny Logan writes about natural ways to support a child's brain health.
Local residents who campaigned against the siting of a specialist home for young people on the outskirts of Longridge have expressed relief after a planning application was withdrawn.
Now is the time of year Hoghton Tower gets ready for the new visitor season. Reporter Fiona Finch and photographer Neil Cross went behind the scenes at the historic county property to see work in progress.
“If my book can help I would be very glad”. Catherine Simpson tells Fiona Finch how she hopes her memoir, prompted by grief at the loss of her sister, will help other families talk about their problems.
