Know Someone Starting University? Stay Scam Smart: A Guide to Helping Students Stay Safe

As two dads who have prepared loved ones for the university transition, we realised we'd spent plenty of time discussing accommodation, finances, travel and what to pack, what not to pack and how many...

Consumer Alerts August 2026

Beware cold callers offering insulation products.  The Service has received a spate of reports about cold callers in the South Ribble area knocking on doors offering to replace boilers on a government scheme.  In one instance the seller wa...

Drug Driving - know the risks!

Drug driving means operating a vehicle while under the influence of drugs, whether they are:  • Illegal drugs such as cannabis, cocaine, heroin, ketamine or MDMA.  • Le...

Road closure Whins Lane from 28th September to 16th October

LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL (WHINS LANE, READ, RIBBLE VALLEY) (TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF THROUGH TRAFFIC) ORDER 2026 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Lancashire County Council have made an Order under Section 14(1) (a) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984...

Tour of Britain Race Route through Ribble Valley Revealed

The 2026 Lloyd’s Tour of Britain women’s race route through Ribble Valley has been revealed – and it’s not for the faint-hearted.   The second stage of the race will be held on Thursday 20th August and set off from ...

Winter Safety Alert: Check Your Heater for This Product Recall

Bus Service Changes for August & September 2026

Lancaster Services Service 55 Lancaster – CarnforthFrom 30 August 2026 Stagecoach will revise the timetable, adjusting AM and PM peak time journeys around school times. 555 Lancaster – Carnforth – Kendal – Windermere – K...

Before You Use Your Electric Blanket This Winter, Check This Safety Notice

Before You Use Your Electric Blanket This Winter, Check This Safety Notice