An animal sanctuary offers advice how to make a garden safe for hedgehogs waking from hibernation.

Reece Tansey, 15, who was stabbed to death in Bolton, was "a good, loving lad", his cousin says.

Andrew Claydon attacked Matthew Pearson in the street with no apparent provocation, police say.

Two teenagers are arrested on suspicion of murdering a 15-year-old boy in Bolton.

A 145-year-old jar, containing ten coins and a newspaper, was dug up during building work.

More bus trips are made by 17 to 20-year-olds than any other age group.

Lancashire report a small operating profit of £106,000 for 2020, despite the impact of Covid-19.

Michael Maloney pitched caravans on land in Cheshire without planning permission, a court hears.

Liam Watson robbed Miguel Reynolds at gunpoint and then shot him in the neck during a chase.

Blackpool Council hope a new indoor theme park will bring 1,000 jobs and 600,000 visitors to the town.

Jimmy Overill proposed to Rhia Griffiths as thousands gathered for the concert in Liverpool.

Jimmy Overill got down on one knee at a Blossoms gig at Sefton Park in Liverpool on Sunday.

Frustrations and last-minute cancellations mar the run-up to the Liverpool City Region mayor poll.

Christopher Guest More was accused of murdering Brian Waters who was tortured and killed in 2003.

Manchester student Moshe Bergman was among 45 people killed at the religious festival.

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An 18-year-old is charged with rape, attempted sexual assault, actual bodily harm and exposure.

Manchester student Moshe Bergman was among 45 people killed at the religious festival.

The man sexually assaulted a teenager before attacking an 18-year-old who intervened, police say.

Keaton Jennings makes 91 not out as Lancashire cruise to a five-wicket win over Sussex on day four at Hove.