News for Bamber Bridge, Leyland, Longridge, Penwortham, Preston

Robber who shot Lancashire PC faces life in jail

6:18pm Friday 15th May 2009

FOUR men have been jailed for involvement in an armed robbery in which a Lancashire police officer was shot.

Bamber Bridge shooting trial day 2: Chef ‘was gang man’

10:47am Thursday 5th March 2009

A PUB chef was the ‘insider’ for a raid on the business in which a policewoman was gunned down by a shotgun blast, a jury was told.

Bamber Bridge shooting trial day 1: Jury told of moment Lancashire PC shot

2:13pm Tuesday 3rd March 2009

A JURY was told of the moment a police officer attending the scene of a violent robbery was gunned down by a shotgun blast.

More M65 lights to be switched off to save money

4:18pm Thursday 29th January 2009

MORE of the M65 is to have its lights turned off, despite warnings from the police that the move would put motorists at risk.

Bamber Bridge whippet Stan is top dog

7:20am Friday 12th December 2008

Stan, the whippet, was the winner of South Ribble Council’s doggie-themed charity calendar competition.

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Bamber Bridge cabbie banned for smoking

5:39pm Thursday 4th December 2008

A Bamber Bridge cabbie who escaped prosecution for smoking has been banned from driving.

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Bamber Bridge pupils feed hungry reindeer

5:34pm Thursday 4th December 2008

These lucky youngsters had the chance to feed Frosty the reindeer when it turned up at their nursery this week.

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Engineer's golden moment as landmark M6 reaches 50th anniversary

5:19pm Thursday 27th November 2008

THE UK’s first stretch of motorway opened 50 years ago next week, changing the face of Britain forever. We spoke to an engineer who played a key role in the construction of the M6 Preston bypass.

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Lancashire train fares set to soar

2:49pm Friday 21st November 2008

FARES on trains in Lancashire are set to soar by well above the rate of inflation in the New Year.

Police hunt alleged Bamber Bridge attacker

7:20pm Friday 21st November 2008

Police in Bamber Bridge are appealing for information after an 18-year-old woman was allegedly assaulted near the town.

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Bamber Bridge drugs offender had £4,000 behind picture frame

4:56pm Thursday 20th November 2008

Officers from Lancashire Police's Financial Investigation Unit have forfeited nearly £5,000 of drugs money from a Bamber Bridge man following a hearing at Chorley Magistrates Court today.

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Man dies after being struck by train near Hoghton

4:30pm Wednesday 19th November 2008

UPDATE Rush-hour trains on the York to Blackpool line were cancelled after a man died when he was struck on the lines.

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Preston cabbie accused of drink-driving

3:05pm Wednesday 19th November 2008

A Preston cabbie has been charged with drink-driving.

Leyland cab driver let off smoke ban fine

11:52am Thursday 13th November 2008

A Leyland taxi driver walked free from court yesterday after being found not guilty of flouting the smoking ban.

Man attempts to rob Bamber Bridge delivery driver

11:58am Monday 10th November 2008

Police are appealing for witnesses after a man attempted to rob a delivery driver in Bamber Bridge.

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Bentley shelve move to Bamber Bridge

3:38pm Friday 7th November 2008

The proposed Bentley showroom in Bamber Bridge has been shelved, due to fears over the impact of the credit crunch.

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First World War history of Cuerden Hall on sale

3:53pm Tuesday 4th November 2008

An unusual album filled with photographs, letters and news cuttings that tell the story of how Cuerden Hall in Bamber Bridge was turned into a hospital for troops in the First World War is currently being offered for sale.

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Preston sportswear firm secures Lancashire kit deal

10:11am Monday 3rd November 2008

Owzat! A Preston sportswear firm is celebrating after securing a kit deal with Lancashire County Cricket Club.

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Family video sold at Cuerden car boot sale

4:40pm Sunday 2nd November 2008

Did you sell a box of videos at a recent sale at Cuerden Hall in Bamber Bridge?

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Inquest set for bus accident victim

10:20am Wednesday 29th October 2008

An inquest into the death of cyclist who was killed after being hit by a bus in Bamber Bridge will be held next year.

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Energy efficiency workshops at Preston stores

1:25pm Monday 27th October 2008

During October half-term, B&Q will be running Energy Efficiency Workshops in its stores in Preston and Bamber Bridge, to help customers reduce their fuel bills and carbon footprints.

Man exposed himself to children in Bamber Bridge park

10:49am Friday 24th October 2008

Police have issued a warning after a man exposed himself to women and children in a local park.

Sue Ryder Care volunteer call

4:20pm Saturday 18th October 2008

In the run up to CSV (Community Service Volunteers)’s Make a Difference Day, Sue Ryder Care is appealing for people in Chorley, Preston and South Ribble to volunteer and help the healthcare charity continue to make a real difference to the thousands of people it cares for each year.