Central Radio News from Friday, September 12th, 2025

Woman given indefinite hospital order after pleading guilty to manslaughter

A woman has been given a hospital order after pleading guilty to manslaughter in East Lancashire.
Burnley councillor quits over ‘good riddance’ Charlie Kirk post

An East Lancashire councillor has resigned over a social media comment she posted about the assassination of American right-wing figure Charlie Kirk being ‘good riddance’.
Plan to fix Norcross roundabout avoids key issues, says campaigner

Proposed changes intended to fix a problem roundabout described as ‘dangerous’ will not alleviate the key issues, says a road campaigner.
How windfarm plan could impact on Thornton and Fleetwood areas

A proposed windfarm project would see underground cables laid through parts of Wyre – including environmentally sensitive parts of Fleetwood and Thornton – if plans progress.
Rise of Rossendale women and girls’ football among factors in new sports pitch plan

The growth of women and girls’ football in Rossendale, from large clubs to small community teams, and other sport and leisure trends were highlighted to councillors in a new report about local pitches and public demand.