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Taking a day trip is not essential. That’s the message from rail operator Northern which is calling on all rail travellers in the north west to take extra time to think ‘Is my journey necessary?’.

Taking a day trip is not essential. That’s the message from rail operator Northern which is calling on all rail travellers in the north east to take extra time to think ‘Is my journey necessary?’.

Northern has announced that the DalesRail service – which operates between Blackpool, Blackburn and Carlisle – will not run this year.

The rail industry is calling on people to only make essential train journeys this bank holiday weekend.

A beloved wooden bench has been restored to Plumley station in the shape of a replica as a nod to the Mid-Cheshire Line’s heritage.  

Northern is preparing to mark three years since the Manchester Arena bombing and  help others do the same during the current coronavirus-related restrictions. 

Northern is to introduce amended timetables from Monday (18 May) to continue to help key workers and those making essential journeys get where they need to be.

A new mural has added a splash of colour to the footbridge at St Helens Central station, bringing a smile to passengers making their way through the Merseyside town.  

Northern’s gateway to the Lake District has been revamped thanks to resurfacing work at Windermere station. 

Northern staff at Manchester Oxford Road station are celebrating NHS staff and key workers passing through the station on their way to and from work with a vibrant display. 

Northern has unveiled a new design for four very special trains – one of which has been named Key Worker - designed to celebrate the incredible work of the NHS.

Northern has turned Manchester Victoria blue to recognise the heroic efforts of the NHS and other carers during the coronavirus pandemic.