Burscough15 hrs agoFears over 'high risk' crossing after train crash deathAn investigation is ongoing into the cause of a crash in which a delivery driver was killed on a crossing.15 hrs ago1 day agoMum says family 'lucky to be alive' after train crashBritish Transport Police say a man who was in a van died at the scene on Saturday afternoon.1 day ago2 days agoMan dies after train hits van on crossingBritish Transport Police said a man who was in a van died at the scene, in Burscough. 2 days ago30 Jul 2026Woman stole £50k from firm while boss treated for cancerDonna Pope admitted carrying out the fraud while working for Ultimatum Group in Burscough, Lancashire.30 Jul 202626 May 2026Attraction to open 'Europe's longest stepping stones'Martin Mere Wetland Centre in Burscough says it will open the new stepping stones this summer.26 May 202623 May 2026Martin Mere welcomes flamingo chicks ahead of half termBorn with soft grey feathers, the chicks will develop their famous pink colour by the age of two.23 May 20267 Apr 2026New nursery at school 'will help children settle'The 15‑place nursery for three and four‑year‑olds is due to be completed by October half term.7 Apr 202614 Feb 2026Half-term fun family events across the North WestA selection of family-friendly half-term events across the region to keep the kids entertained.14 Feb 202615 Jan 2026Whooper swans descend on wetland for milder winterHundreds of whooper swans from Iceland have landed on a wetland in Lancashire.15 Jan 2026...
