4 Jan, 2020

M6 to close for three consecutive weekends between junctions 32 and 33

The M6 will be closed in both directions between junctions 32 and 33 for three full consecutive weekends as work to remove a bridge gets underway.

Latest News

3,000-year-old Bronze Age chisel and dagger hoard found near Lancaster is declared as treasure

A 3,000-year-old Bronze Age chisel and knife blade found by two amateur metal detectorists have been formally declared as treasure.

M55 link road: Section of Prestonâs Guild Wheel set to close as construction of the Preston Western Distributor road continues

Preston's cyclists and walker are being warned of a temporary diversion to a section of the Guild Wheel route from Monday.

Slimmers shed their clothes for Cancer Research

Preston Slimming World members are helping to highlight the links between obesity and cancer, while raising cash for the charity

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Brits warned not to travel to Iraq and avoid âall but essentialâ trips to Iran as tensions rise over killing

British nationals are being warned against all travel to large swathes of Iraq amid the ratcheting of tensions after the US's fatal drone strike on Iran's top general.

10 of the most bizarre items left behind at Travelodge hotels across the UK in 2019

Staying overnight in a hotel can be great fun, but one of the most annoying parts of being away from home is having to pack up all your luggage when you leave.

Sport Update

Preston North End fans snap-up tickets for the Lancashire derby clash with Blackburn Rovers

Preston North End fans have been snapping-up tickets for next week's derby clash with Blackburn Rovers after a change of selling policy from the hosts.

Exclusive Sean Gregan Preston North End column: Lilywhites need to kick on

One point out of three games over Christmas and New Year wasnât the best for Preston North End.

Wide players have to fit Alex Neilâs attacking plan for Preston North End

Alex Neil has explained how he likes to use the wide players in his Preston team.

And finally...

Whatâs it like spending a week on Crystal Symphony in the beautiful Caribbean?

âIf thereâs anything else you need, just call me - Iâm here to serve youâ, said Raja, our prompt, but friendly, butler on the beautiful Crystal Symphony.

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