High school pupils involved in community projects have been rewarded for their good work. Throughout the year, youngsters at Longridge High School worked in residential homes for the elderly and helping with play schemes for the very young. Pictured: County Coun Joan Humble presents a Trident certificate to Louise Wolstenholme watched by other recipients

These youngsters were learning about what Christmas was like in the Victorian ages – but does anyone know which school they were from?

Every pupil at a Lancaster primary school are sharing the limelight in a Christmas concert. About 170 children at the Ridge County Primary School are taking part in this year’s concert, Then and Now. The theme looks at the traditional Christmas nativity and the modern ideas surrounding Christmas

Revellers ring in the New Year on Preston Flag Market – recognise anyone?