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Dr Annemarie McAllister showcases Livesey Collection in this week’s episode – Temperance and Temptation A Temperance Movement historian from the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) will lend her expertise to the BBC’s Songs of Praise as it looks at abstinence ahead of Alcohol Awareness Week. Senior Research Fellow Dr Annemarie McAllister specialises in the history […]

Expressions of interest are now open for rural businesses across Wyre to apply for grant funding through the Rural Business Grant Programme. £140,000 has been allocated from the Government’s Rural England Prosperity Fund to help supercharge growth and create employment opportunities for the borough’s rural areas. This funding will look to support new and existing […]

Maurizio Bocchi, Agrichef invites food enthusiasts to join him as he travels across Lancashire for a new video series “Agrichef on Wheels.” Sourcing the best quality local produce has always been a priority of Maurizio’s, with more than 80% of his restaurant, La Locanda’s ingredients locally sourced. A chef passionate about creating authentic, handcrafted dishes. […]

HAPPA (Horses and Ponies Protection Association) are pleased to welcome a new addition to the Farm this summer, who doesn’t cost anything to feed. Rusty will be paying a visit to Shores Hey Farm, Burnley, Lancashire from 24th July until 4th September. Rusty the horse created by local artist and sculptor, Sarah Mae Francis founder […]

Stonyhurst College and its Prep School, Stonyhurst St Mary’s Hall, have been awarded the highest possible rating of ‘Excellent in all areas’ following an inspection by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI). Stonyhurst College and its Prep School, Stonyhurst St Mary’s Hall, have been awarded the highest possible rating of ‘Excellent in all areas’ following an […]

Over 12,000 attended as the Accrington Food & Culture Festival returned in style on Saturday 3rd June. Attractions included international, regional and local food markets, 1940’s singers, a Spitfire flypast, a war re-enactment, a kitchen demo area featuring TV star Molly Robbins and some amazing local businesses, and a spectacular culture festival inside Accrington Market […]

HAPPA (Horses and Ponies Protection Association) are calling on members of the public to get involved in a Challenge Event to help raise funds for the Charity by ‘Hack, Hike or Bike’. A get active, sponsored, challenge to get riders, walkers and cyclists alike out in the great outdoors. HAPPA are inviting participates to raise […]

VisitEngland has announced the winners of its annual Awards for Excellence 2023, celebrating the tourism industry’s brightest stars. The 20 Gold Award winners were announced at an evening ceremony on 7 June hosted by Alex Polizzi at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter, in categories ranging from ‘Small Visitor Attraction of the Year’ […]

Blackpool Transport are hosting an open recruitment day on Friday 16th June for Bus Drivers, Trainee Bus Drivers, Tram Drivers, Conductors and Engineers. The event will take place from 10am until 4pm at Starr Gate Tram Depot. They are offering competitive pay, flexible working hours and part-time options for selected job roles. The recruitment day will involve talking to […]

Over 12,000 people flocked to Accrington town centre for the spectacular Accrington Food & Culture Festival on Saturday 3rd June. The event, sponsored by North Lancs Training Group (NLTG), Hyndburn Borough Council, Cardboard Box Company and Financial Affairs, was officially opened by the Mayor of Hyndburn, before a sensational day of entertainment including live cooking demonstrations, […]

Following on from the enormous success of our community marquee for the coronation celebrations, Lowther Pavilion Theatre & Gardens are pleased to announce that the community marquee, The Tent, will remain in their historic gardens from 22nd July until 28th August 2023. Audiences can expect a range of daytime and early evening activities with something for […]

Last Monday May 8th, the King’s Coronation Big Street Party was held in Darwen Market Square, in celebration of the coronation of King Charles III. Funded by the Darwen Town Council and organised by the award-winning Crafty Vintage and Let’s Make, the event was a huge success, with families flocking to join in the fun. […]