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  Dec 21, 2020  
     
 
Good afternoon,
Well, this weekend has put the cat amongst the pigeons hasn't it?
But 2020 has been sent to try us and the most important thing is we all try and protect our loved ones from this horrible virus, even it means sacrificing normal get-togethers.
With a new mutant variety of Covid on the rise, more and more travel restrictions are being put in place in an attempt to contain it. Here we answer the key questions about the variant.
Meanwhile we asked you if it worth the risk of mixing with other households this Christmas.
Meanwhile, the newsdesk is busy in the run up to Christmas this week.
A man has been charged with rape following an attack in Catterall, near Garstang and a man brandishing a 10-inch knife has been arrested in Chorley.
And a 100-home development has been rejected by planners.
And a story which has touched the hearts of many - a man who had to resort to sucking tea bags for nourishment in Preston has been given help.
Finally, one woman told how she lost a remarkable 12-stone.
Enjoy your Monday, it's a tough time for all and if anyone is struggling, email me and I'll try and put you in touch with someone who can help.
Kind regards
Nicola
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  Man charged with rape after woman is attacked in Catterall  
     
  A 25-year-old has been charged with rape after a woman was attacked in Catterall at the weekend.  
     
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Man brandishing 10 inch knife is arrested in Chorley
 
A man has been arrested for carrying a knife after police were called to an incident in Chorley last night (Sunday, December 20).
 
     
 
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BMW drink driver crashes into M6 central reservation near Lancaster
 
A BMW driver has crashed into the central reservation of the M6 near Lancaster this morning (Monday, December 21).
 
     
 
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Retail sector 'staring into abyss' after new lockdown over Christmas
 
Retailers in England are now “staring into the abyss” after Boris Johnson announced tougher Tier 4 coronavirus restrictions across parts of the country the week before Christmas, industry leaders have said.
 
     
     
 
 
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Third bar planned for busy Preston road junction in less than a year
 
A busy road junction in Preston could soon see its third new bar in the space of less than a year.
 
 
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Moderna’s Covid vaccine has been approved in the US - but when will the UK get it?
 
A Covid-19 vaccine made by Moderna has been approved for use in the United States, with millions of doses to now be distributed immediately.
 
 
     
     
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  Preston North End boss Alex Neil's glad to have DJ back in the groove  
     
  Alex Neil thinks criticism of Daniel Johnson of late was harsh on the Preston North End midfielder.  
     
     
 
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Fans’ Panel’s Tim Mercer hails Scott Sinclair and Declan Rudd’s performances in Preston North End’s win against Bristol City
 
A fine display between the sticks by Declan Rudd ensured both a clean sheet and haul of three precious home points for only the second time this season.
 
 
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Revealed: How 'fair' Preston, Nottingham Forest & Bristol City results were last weekend
 
The 2020/21 Championship season had its twentieth set of matches last weekend, and the action certainly didn't disappoint as stunning goals, dramatic late shocks and surprise results reinforced the second tier's reputation for highly-entertaining football.
 
 
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Morecambe's players earn manager's praise for Colchester United victory
 
Morecambe boss Derek Adams was full of praise for his side after their 2-1 win at Colchester United on Saturday.
 
 
     
     
   
     
     
     
   
   
   
 
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