Robbie MacDonald Local Democracy Reporter

First phase of gravestone safety work completed after boy's tragic death. See my report:

First phase of gravestone safety work completed after boy’s tragic death Eli Testa died in 2025

Lancashire Alfred Wainwright champions celebrate new status for writer's beloved northern path. See my report:

Alfred Wainwright champions celebrate new status for writer’s beloved path Alfred Wainwright spent his first 34 years in Blackburn

Colne-Skipton rail campaigners highlight north-east line's successful reopening. See my report:

Colne-Skipton rail campaigners highlight north-east line’s successful reopening Lancashire group hopes Northumberland Line's revival will boost their project

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‘My courageous dad went to the Spanish Civil War 90 years ago to fight fascism’ 'The volunteers realised democracy was at stake and a wider European war was possible'

'Barrowford has not had a penny from any government in 30 years'. Hopes and frustrations over a new grant suggested for smaller towns and villages. See my report in Lancs Live

"Barrowford has never received a penny from any government over 30 years" Concerns areas are 'being missed out'

Lancaster city councillors call for stricter rules on potential business links with the Gaza conflict. See my report in the Lancaster Guardian. https://www.lancasterguardian.co.uk/news/people/lancaster-city-councillors-call-for-stricter-rules-on-potential-business-links-with-gaza-conflict-5354106 #

Lancaster city councillors call for stricter rules on potential business links with Gaza conflict Potential county links to the Israel-Gaza conflict should be investigated, with new rules drawn up to promote responsible business and human rights, city councillors have agreed.

Councillors in West Lancashire blast 'unnaccountable' NHS over fears Ormskirk hospital services could move. See my report on Lancs Live.

Councillors blast 'unaccountable' NHS amid fears for Lancs hospital services Some services could move to Merseyside if the shake-up is approved

Call for Pendle Labour Party reconciliation after mass resignations. See my report in Lancs Live.

Call for Pendle Labour Party reconciliation after mass resignations 'Party must be a political and moral force' - says letter to Labour bosses

Ormskirk Hospital A&E services for children could be moved to Southport. See my report on Lancs Live:

Ormskirk Hospital children's A&E services 'could be moved to Southport' Consultation expected and petition launched as debate starts

The historic Lancashire castle which has been the scene for power and politics over centuries

The historic Lancs landmark with a hidden history within its walls It's been a prison and a 'palace'

New Lancaster city councillor, 18, speaks about his Green Party win,
inspiration from Lancaster University students and the success of Reform UK in the recent county council elections. See my report in the Lancaster Guardian.

Lancaster's newest city councillor speaks out after winning by-election for Greens at age of 18 A new Lancaster city councillor – who is also a university student – has spoken about his election as a Green Party councillor, the other students who inspired him to stand, and the success of Reform UK.

See my report on some of the big issues Ribble Valley councillor Stephen Atkinson could face as the new leader of Lancashire County Council.

The big issues facing Reform UK's Stephen Atkinson Potholes will be close to the top of the list of priorities for Lancashire's incoming Reform UK leadership - but they will also have to keep an eye on the pennies.