Man arrested at Blackburn swimming baths for ‘taking pictures of children’ Officers said the man was detained on suspicion of taking indecent images of children.

Man arrested at Blackburn swimming baths for ‘taking pictures of children’

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Ginger tabby cat looking at the camera.

Vinnie's adoption didn't work out and he's back in care with A Purrfect Friend cat rescue in Preston #Lancashire #CatSky He is a two year old neutered male and needs a home where he'll be the only pet.

Please send adoption enquiries to APurrfectFriend@gmail.com

Tragedy as teenage girl, 16, dies 'in a flash over a boy' as arrests made Police have confirmed arrests have been made in connection with the death of the young girl who was found unconscious in the street

Tragedy as Yorkshire teenage girl, 16, dies 'in a flash over a boy' as arrests made

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West Lancashire Light Railway announce the construction of new ‘Y Caban’ Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway has announced that construction is officially underway on a new building that is set to become a vibrant visitor, volunteer, and community hub.

The building, named ‘Y Caban’, takes inspiration from the traditional shelters used by North Wales quarrymen. www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/03/west-lancashire-... #england #lancashire #volunteer #wales #WestLancashireLightRailway

Warning as night closures begin on this busy road A number of other roads are being resurfaced over the coming weeks. int he borough.

Warning as night closures begin on this busy road

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LIVE M61 updates as motorway closed due to All traffic was stopped at around 7.35am

LIVE M61 traffic as motorway closed due to 'police incident' - latest updates

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'Residents feel left in dark' - MP backs fight to 'save hospital' after ward closure A Ribble Valley MP has backed a campaign to save Longridge Hospital after the closure of its inpatient ward due to safety concerns last year

'Residents feel left in dark' - MP backs fight to 'save hospital' after ward closure

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What Scout Moor arson fire means for second major wind farm plans The huge blaze broke out on the moors and an arson investigation has since been launched

What Scout Moor arson fire means for second major wind farm plans

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Scarlet elf cups now joined by lime green mosses as the season moves on

#MushroomMonday This last week's coolness and rain has revived some of the scarlet elf cups, and whilst nibbled their colour is still amazing. #Lancashire #mushrooms #fungi #vitaminN

Concerns about 'family voting' raised ahead of Blackburn local elections Family voting is where a family member is seen to be influencing somebody else’s vote

Concerns about 'family voting' raised ahead of Blackburn local elections

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Did you ever enjoy a night out at the Nelson Suite at the Trafalgar Hotel? This large function room was home to many a ‘works do’ and wedding reception in the 1970s.

Did you ever enjoy a night out at the Nelson Suite at the Trafalgar Hotel?

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'My husband got early -onsetdementia, now I'm a full-time carer' A woman from Blackburn says she is caring full-time for her husband who developed dementia at 61.

'My husband got early dementia, now I'm a full-time carer'

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Work begins to convert former Blackpool Topshop store as application submitted The vacant unit has been boarded up

Work begins to convert former Blackpool Topshop store as application submitted

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The iconic HST powered Midland Pullman at Hest Bank on it's return from Fort William heading for Rugby this afternoon. 43058 'Loch Eil' leading with 43047 on the rear.

The iconic HST powered Midland Pullman at Hest Bank on it's return from Fort William heading for Rugby this afternoon. 43058 'Loch Eil' leading with 43047 on the rear.
#lancashire #westcoast #train #hst #dielsel #luxury #firstclass #midlandpullman #locomotiveservices #blue #railway

People urged to call 999 if they see missing boy thought to be in Blackpool He was last seen in Liverpool on Thursday

People urged to call 999 if they see missing boy thought to be in Blackpool

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Horse chestnut buds

Blackthorn blossom

Guelder rose buds

For #Wildflowerhour's #treeflowers challenge, 3 from Wednesday's sunshine, horse chestnut buds, blackthorn by a pond & I think guelder-rose in #Lancashire @wildflowerhour.bsky.social @bsbibotany.bsky.social #vitaminN

I think I have sycamore flowers and cherry laurel

For #Wildflowerhour's #treeflowers challenge, I think I have sycamore flowers and cherry laurel in #Preston, taken yesterday. @wildflowerhour.bsky.social @bsbibotany.bsky.social #vitaminN #Lancashire

Asiatic otter

Spoonbill (not one of the wild ones that can be seen here)

White storks - part of the collection, but not wild to here

Great day at the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust (WWT) at Martin Mere, Lancashire. Eventually got to spot the juvenile Glossy Ibis, who liked it here and has stayed (but Didn’t get a good photo) 🪶🦉📷 #photography #birds #lancashire

Man charged with arson after Hambleton home explosion A 54-year-old is charged after the blast destroyed a home in Hambleton, Lancashire on Friday.

Man charged with arson after home explosion

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Blackburn man jailed after cops learned what he had in his undies Sayad Jaffray said he had run up a cannabis debt with a dealer

Blackburn man jailed after cops learned what he had in his undies

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Brief Encounter clock returns to Lancashire’s Carnforth station Carnforth railway station has unveiled the original clock made famous by the iconic 1945 film Brief Encounter following its restoration.

For many years, visitors have travelled to the station because of its association with the film, with the clock being one of its most recognisable features. www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/03/brief-encounter-... #carnforth #lancashire

Bird enthusiast's bid to overturn Blackburn's pigeon feeding ban Brandon Hardman wants Blackburn with Darwen Council to rescind the ban and the £75 fine.

Bid to overturn town's pigeon feeding ban

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We tried the Blackpool diner giving the Wild West a run for its money There was one thing we ordered which really stole the show

We tried the Blackpool diner giving the Wild West a run for its money

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What it's really like in the city named one of the UK's best places to live 'I think the city's great - but it's also a bit unsung or under-played'

What it's really like in the 'unsung city' named one of the best places to live in the UK by the Sunday Times

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Pateley Bridge school wears Burnley FC colours in memory of teacher Nidderdale High School is raising funds for a memorial to Tim Connors, who died of cancer last year.

School turns claret and blue in memory of teacher

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Police in Accrington recover stolen cars after 'suspicious activity' Officers say they hope 'it will result in us knocking on some doors in the near future.

Police in Accrington recover stolen cars after 'suspicious activity' in town

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Killers, dealers, perverts and thieves - 45 people jailed in March 2026 They are now behind bars

Killers, drug dealers, perverts and thieves - 45 people starting prison sentences in March 2026

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A frilly daffodil blowing in the breeze in the woods

#SundayYellow with a very frilly #daffodil from Thursday bobbing around in the wind. #bloomscrolling #DailyFlowers #Lancashire

Blackpool residents left 'frightened' by plans to demolish neighbourhood The council is pressing ahead with the controversial proposals

Blackpool residents left 'frightened' by plans to demolish neighbourhood

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Homes The issue appeared to have affected homeowners in Pleckgate and Lammack.

Homes 'left without water' on weekends in Blackburn

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