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Lancashire County Council's libraries are helping people to discover what life was like for a Lancashire soldier during World War One. Staff from the county council's community heritage team will take people on a local history walk in Briercliffe to follow in the footsteps of a local man, James Leaver, who fought in World War […]

A new exhibition celebrating Lancashire's rich maritime past opens at Fleetwood Museum in June. The textile exhibition 'Time and Tide' runs from Saturday 27 June to Sunday 1 November. Distinctive and imaginative fabric arts created by the contemporary textile group Preston Threads will be showcased. Preston Threads is a thriving textile group which promotes a […]

Businesses across Lancashire are being given a say on how the county can build on the achievements of one of its most successful ever business support initiatives. Boost Business Lancashire – the county’s £7.2m business growth hub – has supported over 2,000 businesses since it was launched in 2013, with 600 new jobs already being […]

Cult science fiction is taking over Queen Street Mill (QSM) this weekend. From midday to 5pm on Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 June the museum at Harle Syke, near Burnley, will host a Steampunk weekend. Steampunk is an increasingly popular type of science fiction that embraces fashions, culture, architectural style and art from an alternative […]

Gardening enthusiasts are being encouraged to make history and take part in the first ever Chorley Flower Show to be hosted in the magnificent grounds of Astley Park. If you have ever fancied yourself as an Alan Titchmarsh or Charlie Dimmock then now is the opportunity to showcase your skills at the Chorley Council-run show. […]

Stanley House Hotel and Spa has revealed a new partnership with a specialist helicopter centre in response to a rise in demand for luxury wedding travel. Helicentre Liverpool Ltd, based at John Lennon airport in Liverpool has over 15 years’ experience in delivering helicopter charter, training and pleasure flights. It will now offer the unique […]

East Lancashire shoppers can have their say on their favourite Mall Blackburn store by voting in this year’s prestigious Retailer Awards.   Now in its 10th year, The Mall Blackburn’s Retailer Awards celebrate the achievements of the shopping centre’s 100 plus retailers and recognise the hard work and dedication of its employees.   Themed ‘A […]

The Festival Players are celebrating their 30th year of touring and during a staggering 80 date tour of the UK, will stop at Leighton Hall in June and July for a double bill of delicious Shakespeare. Two of the Bard’s most popular plays, Henry IV and As You Like It will be performed alfresco in […]

The multi-award winning Seafood Pub Company is celebrating after news the Assheton Arms had been awarded an AA Rosette and 5* status for its food and rooms. Based in picturesque Downham, the Ribble Valley gastro pub has undergone a complete transformation in the past few months. Refurbishment of the bar, dining area and toilets created […]

Blackpool’s Armed Forces Week is back and promises an exciting line-up of events and entertainment to honour the nation’s military personnel. The annual celebration has been running in Blackpool since 2006 and has become a permanent fixture in the resort’s events calendar, bringing thousands of people to town. And this year’s Armed Forces Week will […]

BBQ Pulled Pork, Meatball Marinara and Italian BMT are set to be the newest best buys at Fleetwood’s outlet centre. A new restaurant is set to open this Saturday (6 June) at Freeport Fleetwood, as sandwich specialists Subway add an exciting new element to its food offering. The latest Fleetwood store, which will be operated […]

Businesses in central Morecambe were given the opportunity to learn about what the big deal is with BIDs and how they can transform a town centre for the better. The first Morecambe BID open meeting, held at the iconic art deco Midland Hotel on Wednesday 20th May, allowed Morecambe’s businesses to get to grips with […]