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Funeral guidance reissued by Preston City Council after report of gatherings breaching Covid rules

Preston Cemetery which borders Fishwick and Ribbleton Pic: spudfrawley Preston City Council have issued a reminder for Covid funeral guidance to funeral directors and the Preston Muslim Burial Society. The current restrictions means that up to 30 people can […]

3 years ago
Witness appeal after woman sexually assaulted in Chorley

Harpers Lane, Chorley where the incident took place. Pic: Google street view Detectives are appealing for information after a woman was subjected to a serious sexual assault in Chorley. The incident happened between 3am and 4am yesterday (Monday 25 January) at an […]

3 years ago
Reps Gym in Preston visited for sixth time over Covid rules breach

The gym is located within the Roman Way Industrial Estate Pic: Google Police have confirmed they have paid a sixth visit to a Preston gym which is breaching Covid rules. Reps Gym within the Roman Way Industrial Estate has now received at […]

3 years ago
Reckless drivers ‘playing’ in the river at Garstang atop their 4x4s urged to stop by concerned police worried they are risking their lives

The Police and Wyre Council have received reports about 4×4 vehicle users visiting the ford across Wyre Lane, Garstang for recreational purposes. Reports have stated that 4×4 drivers have been […]

3 years ago
Advertisement Advertisement Offenders who target vulnerable victims in South Ribble brought to justice by Operation Chastity

Operation Chastity is an ongoing campaign which targets offenders who prey on vulnerable people for financial gain. The campaign, which has been running for several years, covers the South Ribble […]

3 years ago
Walton-le-Dale man charged with causing death of Bolton mother-of-four by careless driving in M60 crash

Shirley-Ann Dumbuya Pic: Greater Manchester Police A Walton-le-Dale man has appeared in court charged with causing death by careless driving. John Bowers, 33, of Sefton Road, Walton-le-Dale, appeared before Manchester Magistrates’ Court during Saturday (23 January). […]

3 years ago
Elderly Leyland man attacked with metal bar in rogue trader break-in

Balshaw Crescent, Leyland Pic: Google An elderly Leyland man is in hospital after a gang of four rogue traders attacked him in his own home. One man was arrested on suspicion of aggravated burglary at […]

3 years ago
New Chief Constable of Lancashire Constabulary set to start role in the spring

The county’s Police and Crime panel have backed the Police and Crime Commissioner’s preferred candidate as the next chief constable of Lancashire Constabulary. N Chris Rowley, who will replace current […]

3 years ago
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