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Work to build a new £1.5million home for big cats at Blackpool Zoo is set to commence in early May. The Pride of Blackpool exhibition, which currently houses Amur tigers and African lions, will be extended and renovated to create a state-of-the-art facility designed around the specific needs of each species. Increased indoor space and a […]

Bowland Brewery in Clitheroe has today announced that they have introduced their own beehive, teaming up with Little Middop Farm in nearby Rimington which is just 6 miles from Holmes Mill, the home of Bowland Brewery. The honey will go to brewing their honey beer, Bumble – a blonde ale that is lightly hopped with […]

People can now have their say on how Lancashire County Council will shape a £50 million levelling up bid which aims to bring investment to the east of the county. To support jobs and businesses, provide for a greener environment, and improve the health of residents, the council is applying to the government’s Levelling Up […]

Chris, who has served as Deputy Chief Executive of both authorities since 2019, will succeed incumbent Gary Hall when he takes early retirement at the end of this year. The appointment was approved by full council at Chorley on Tuesday (19 April) and South Ribble on Wednesday (20 April) and follows a rigorous internal recruitment […]

After a rigorous application process, Lancaster-based digital agency novi.digital has been awarded the highly coveted B Corporation Certification. The B Corp Certification is awarded when a business or organisation meets and can demonstrate high standards of performance, accountability, and transparency in practices such as employee wellbeing, environmental sustainability, and charitable efforts. These certifications are determined by a series […]

We are delighted to announce that Partington’s Holiday Parks have now joined the Institute of Customer Service. The Institute of Customer Service is an independent not for profit professional membership body, with over 400 organisational members. Its purpose is to help organisations strengthen their business performance by focusing on raising the standards of the service […]

Diploma programme named NCTJ’s top-performing higher education undergraduate course University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) students and staff from the School of Arts and Media are celebrating after a renowned journalism programme received prestigious industry recognition. Journalism at UCLan is ranked number one in England, according to the Guardian University Guide 2022. Now its BA (Hons) Journalism course […]

Cuckoo Supernova Gin landed Double Gold at the San Francisco Spirits Competition 2022, sending the competition back down to earth, as it picked up the highest accolade in the flavoured gin category. Exploding with fresh grapefruit, Supernova adds to its top-level achievement of ‘Master Gin,’ awarded by the Spirits Business Awards in 2021, the same […]

Preston city centre’s Business Improvement District (BID) has launched a special projects fund, valued at £45,000, for 2022. The fund is open to groups of businesses within the BID area to assist with financial support towards business-led campaigns, events, and initiatives to enhance the city centre. Applicants must submit a fully costed application, detailing matched […]

As they welcome another two rescued equines into their centre, HAPPA (Horses and Ponies Protection Association) are asking members, supporters and friends the question, “What will be your lasting legacy?” The Charity relies heavily on legacy funding and has recently been given a well needed boost to funds as a supporter kindly remembered the Charity […]

After a two-year closure for extensive renovation work, Chorley Council have announced plans to reopen Astley Hall. The grade I listed building is expected to reopen its doors on Saturday 21 May 2022 with a full weekend of celebratory events planned for visitors to enjoy. Gary Hall, Chief Executive of Chorley Council said “We are […]

An event taking place at Lancaster University’s flagship Health Innovation Campus will showcase the 12 business support programmes offered across the institution. The European Regional Development Fund-supported programmes offer organisations skills and innovation support across various themes, including health, cyber security and clean growth. The Programmes for Growth event on Wednesday 20 April will see […]