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Lancashire Evening Post
Background: Residents were polled on the plans back in 2022
In 2022, in what is believed to have been the first poll of its kind held anywhere in Lancashire, residents in the Samlesbury and Cuerdale parish were asked whether they were for or against the scheme.
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May 07, 2026
Lancashire Evening Post
End of 'great crane robbery' boosts bird survival
A record number of cranes bred in the UK last year as the once-vanished bird continues its comeback, conservationists said.
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May 06, 2026
Lancashire Evening Post
Car thieves are nabbed minutes after stealing vehicle in resort
Cooperation between local police forces developed down the years as communication technology and mobility increased.
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May 06, 2026
Lancashire Evening Post
Missed bin collections causing stink amid shake-up in system
A Preston resident has branded an overhaul of bin collection rounds in the city as “chaotic” after three of his pickups were missed in the space of a week.
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May 06, 2026
Lancashire Evening Post
The secret joy of fatherhood? Annoying your children
Blaise Tapp's view on life in the UK today
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May 06, 2026
Lancashire Evening Post
Causeway sets up potential bid for the Irish Guineas
Causeway continued to impress when landing the Coolmore Stud Henry Longfellow Irish EBF Tetrarch Stakes at the Curragh.
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May 06, 2026
Lancashire Evening Post
Jan can be Chester man in Ormonde
Jan Brueghel can stamp his class on the Ladbrokes Ormonde Stakes at Chester.
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May 06, 2026
Lancashire Evening Post
Council gives the go-ahead to new homes on green belt site
Plans to build up to eight bungalows on green belt land in Little Hoole have been given the go-ahead, despite several objections.
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May 06, 2026
Lancashire Evening Post
Bar to close with final night of partying
A city centre bar has announced it will close at the weekend after a seven year stint.
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May 06, 2026
Lancashire Evening Post
Plan for the future - and help loved ones
Being prepared for your own death is an essential part of life. Here are simple steps to take
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May 06, 2026
Lancashire Evening Post
Second person dies on railway tracks within space of 48 hours
The railway line between Preston and Wigan saw a second fatality in 48 hours yesterday.
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May 06, 2026
Lancashire Evening Post
Familiar faces on both sides as Lancashire collide with Essex
Lancashire head south today for a clash between two counties who know each other well.
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May 06, 2026
Lancashire Evening Post
'I've been so fortunate' - Preston florist reflects on life and business as she turns 90
Most people on their 90th birthday would enjoy a fancy meal, relax, or throw a party, but Margaret Mason planned to be up before dawn today and into work at 5.30am-just in time to catch Prayer for the Day.
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May 06, 2026
Lancashire Evening Post
Yize credits parents after pipping Murphy
Wu Yize said his parents were the real champions, after sinking Shaun Murphy in a deciding-frame shootout to be crowned world snooker champion after a final for the ages at the Crucible.
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May 06, 2026
Lancashire Evening Post
Chess Mates proves that board games are far from boring
Passed down across generations and shared across cultures, chess is one of the world's longest-lasting board games.
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May 06, 2026
Lancashire Evening Post
Blues 'step up' interest in £35m target as Red Devils eye Serie A star
All the latest Premier League transfer rumours, involving Chelsea, Liverpool, Aston Villa and Manchester United
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May 06, 2026
Lancashire Evening Post
Opportunities need to be grasped for energy security
Some Brits stiill argue that fossil fuels have very few negative aspects, that the environment shows limited problems and that we can continue on our merry way
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May 06, 2026
Lancashire Evening Post
What will you do about the Guild Hall?
Avery Greatorex
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May 06, 2026
Lancashire Evening Post
Cate set to become a 'National' treasure
The Australian actress, 56, who Standby for a box-office stampede - tickets to see Academy Award-winning actress Cate Blanchett in a new National Theatre show go on sale later this month.
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May 06, 2026
Lancashire Evening Post
Comic turns host as Amy Poehler invites pals for a Good Hang
Sometimes it's the host that makes a podcast and this week's selection certainly offer the ideal guide to their subject.
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May 06, 2026
Lancashire Evening Post
Lancaster GC youngster Daisy wins Girls' Fairhaven Trophy
Lancaster Golf Club teenager Daisy Lee has won the Girls' Fairhaven Trophy.
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May 06, 2026
Lancashire Evening Post
PASS AND PRESENT
Man, 33, wins new car immediately after taking his driving test
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May 06, 2026
Lancashire Evening Post
Dolphins spotted off beach as town named one of best seaside resorts
Amazing footage captured by Gary Lovatt shows dolphins spotted off the coast of Blackpool as the resort is highlighted as one of the best seaside locations to visit in the UK according to Time Out magazine
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May 06, 2026
Lancashire Evening Post
Ex-Morecambe kid Josh's Super League debut
Josh Cartwright admitted making his Wigan Warriors debut was a 'surreal' experience after completing an unusual journey from a promising young footballer at Morecambe to a first-team rugby league player in just a few years, writes DREW DARBYSHIRE.
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May 06, 2026
Lancashire Evening Post
Think of the alternative
While acknowledging Trump is exceptionally difficult to like; it's interesting nobody asks the Iranian people as to who they would prefer to live under.
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May 06, 2026
Lancashire Evening Post
PNE gives children another chance to play at Deepdale
If your child is a massive Preston North End fan, then this one is for you.
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May 06, 2026
Lancashire Evening Post
Wardley tells Dubois: I always stay the course
WBO heavyweight champion Fabio Wardley has talked up the ability of Daniel Dubois to “capitulate” and warned his rival not to take anything from their past sparring sessions.
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May 06, 2026
Lancashire Evening Post
Party leaders go head-to-head on the issues that matter to YOU
Ahead of the polls opening tomorrow, the Lancashire Post gave Preston residents the chance to grill the politicians trying to woo the city's voters at the local elections.
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May 06, 2026
Lancashire Evening Post
Why have so many houses been built in North West Preston without any new schools or GP surgeries?
Coun John Potter \"The [new] school[s] would have been sustainable if we hadn't done ad hoc expansions for years.
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May 06, 2026
Lancashire Evening Post
Council's apology
Calendars setting out the new collection rotas were issued to all dwellings,
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