
Lancashire have won the English County Championship title outright for the first time in 77 years.

Ironman UK returns to the North West
(Tue 05/07)
This year’s Ironman UK triathlon will return to the north west of England on Sunday, July 31 when more than 1,500 athletes will take part in the 2.4mile swim, 112mile bike and 26.2mile run race.... Read more
Annie Simpson victorious in Round Three of the Johnson Health Tech Women's Grand Prix Series
(Mon 13/06)
Annie Simpson took victory in Round Three of the Johnson Health Tech Women's Grand Prix Series at Oldham, heading home teammate Dani King and Series leader Helen Wyman from a four rider breakaway group.... Read more
Preston Potter Ian McCulloch spellbound by Snooker revolution
(Thu 27/01)
Snooker's revolution is set to intensify on Friday as the world’s best players return to the North West after six years – and Preston’s Ian McCulloch believes it is the perfect place for the sport to reinvent itse... Read more
Countdown to Ironman 2010 in Bolton
(Fri 16/07)
Athletes and spectators are gearing up for an incredible day in sport when the Ironman UK triathlon returns to the North West on Sunday August 1.... Read more
Lancashire Cricketers land historic County Championship
(Thu 15/09)
Lancashire have won the English County Championship title outright for the first time in 77 years.
Ironman UK returns to the North West
(Tue 05/07)
This year’s Ironman UK triathlon will return to the north west of England on Sunday, July 31 when more than 1,500 athletes will take part in the 2.4mile swim, 112mile bike and 26.2mile run race.
Annie Simpson victorious in Round Three of the Johnson Health Tech Women's Grand Prix Series
(Mon 13/06)
Annie Simpson took victory in Round Three of the Johnson Health Tech Women's Grand Prix Series at Oldham, heading home teammate Dani King and Series leader Helen Wyman from a four rider breakaway group.
Preston Potter Ian McCulloch spellbound by Snooker revolution
(Thu 27/01)
Snooker's revolution is set to intensify on Friday as the world’s best players return to the North West after six years – and Preston’s Ian McCulloch believes it is the perfect place for the sport to reinvent itse
Countdown to Ironman 2010 in Bolton
(Fri 16/07)
Athletes and spectators are gearing up for an incredible day in sport when the Ironman UK triathlon returns to the North West on Sunday August 1.
Boltonian Olympian honoured by Bolton University
(Fri 16/07)
Cycling star Jason Kenny was yesterday handed a fellowship at the University of Bolton.
Morecambe triumph over Aldershot to land play-off place
(Sat 08/05)
A single second half goal from Garry Hunter was enough earn Morecambe a spot in the play-offs with a 1-0 victory over vistors Aldershot.
Big Mac's back - Preston's Ian McCulloch fighting fit after injury
(Wed 17/03)
After months away due to injury, Ian McCulloch is fighting fit and not letting defeat get in his way. He has taken on some of the top names in his sport, like Ronnie O’Sullivan and the late Paul Hunter, but Preston’s
Preston team in training for partially sighted World Cup
(Fri 26/02)
Two Preston footballers will represent England at this year’s partially sighted 5-a-side world cup.
Palace Shield cricket in shape for 2010 season
(Thu 11/02)
Palace Shield cricket clubs have begun their preparations for the 2010 season, with one club in particular keen to mark the 200th year of their existence with success on the field.
Priorities are in Preston for Thai kick-boxing champ
(Tue 09/02)
After capturing the Thai kickboxing world title in his home town in November, Johnney Roye now has to decide between defending his crown or imparting knowledge to the students at his gym.
Preston Grasshoppers new signings' impact "fantastic"
(Tue 09/02)
A former Preston Grasshoppers captain has praised the early impact of two new club signings.
Preston back in the frame for big name snooker
(Tue 24/11)
Preston has seen the return of televised snooker to the city.
Ashes win: Lancashire hero Flintoff in dream exit
(Mon 24/08)
England have regained the Ashes with a 2-1 series win over Australia at the Oval.
Flintoff to retire from Test cricket
(Wed 15/07)
Andrew Flintoff will retire from Test cricket after The Ashes.