‘Mental Elf’ run raises £17,000 for Lancashire charity

‘Mental Elf’ run raises £17,000 for Lancashire charity

Hundreds turned out at this year’s elf-themed fun run to help raise funds for Lancashire Mind. The 11th Mental Elf fun run was held at Worden Park in Leyland as families gathered for either a 5k course, a 2k run, or a Challenge Yours’Elf distance which saw many people running 10k. Lancashire Mind said £17,000 … Read more

Robbie Williams film starring Blackburn actor is getting rave reviews

Robbie Williams film starring Blackburn actor is getting rave reviews

A Robbie Williams film, starring an actor from Blackburn, has been receiving rave reviews from critics. Better Man, released on December 26, explores the life and career of singer Robbie Williams. Blackburn’s Steve Pemberton depicts Robbie’s dad, Peter Williams, in the film. In an interview with an online magazine, Steve said: “What I admire about … Read more

From rogue brokers to ticket sales: 5 scams to be wary of in 2025

From rogue brokers to ticket sales: 5 scams to be wary of in 2025

People are being warned to be on their guard against five scams this new year. The Global Fraud Report 2024 witnessed a marked increase in fraud with 96% of professionals worried about the ‘industrialisation of fraud’. The Metro Bank is predicting the five scams to be wary of in 2025:1.    Facebook Marketplace purchase scams2.    Impersonation of reputable organisations such … Read more

Fancy FREE broadband this January? Go on, make the switch to Grain

Fancy FREE broadband this January? Go on, make the switch to Grain

Bills playing on your mind this January? If your bank account is feeling the aftermath of a busy festive season, Full Fibre broadband provider Grain has the perfect solution to help you through 2025, 2026 and into 2027 too with their FREE broadband offer. Grain can help by offering supercharged speeds and a first-class service, … Read more

Dieticians carbs call for restaurants to help diabetics dine out

Dieticians carbs call for restaurants to help diabetics dine out

A Lancashire NHS dietician says restaurants should be obliged to tell customers how many carbohydrates are in their meals so that diabetics can maintain control of their condition while eating out. Christian Lee – who is himself diabetic – wants the crucial information to be made readily available in the same way that calorie counts … Read more

I don’t fear a 7-0 – but this Man United side invite Sunday League comparisons and don’t belong in Liverpool’s world

I don’t fear a 7-0 – but this Man United side invite Sunday League comparisons and don’t belong in Liverpool’s world

-Credit:Getty Images It’s perhaps the darkest day in a recent history littered with matches many Manchester United fans would love to forget. The Reds travelled to Anfield in March 2023 seeking to build on a Carabao Cup final success against Newcastle United that had prompted hopes of a successful new era. Seven days and seven … Read more

Man United ‘line up’ key £46m Ruben Amorim transfer amid shock Manuel Ugarte exit claim

Man United ‘line up’ key £46m Ruben Amorim transfer amid shock Manuel Ugarte exit claim

-Credit:Carl Recine/Getty Images Manchester United are interested in signing Paris Saint-Germain defender Nuno Mendes, it has been reported. According to Fabrizio Romano on GiveMeSport, United are keen on adding the Portuguese defender to their squad as they look to strengthen that left wing-back position. With Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia struggling for form and fitness, … Read more