Blackpool Wyre & Fylde News
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‘Our message is clear’ – Lancashire Police launch annual Christmas drink and drug drive campaignLancashire Police are urging motorists not to drink or drug drive throughout the festive season.
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Moor Park Primary’s ambitious plans to extend SEND offerMoor Park Primary School is considering ambitions plans to extend its SEND provision and has launched a consultation with a range of groups about the proposals.
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New operator set to be appointed for Wyre leisure centresParkwood Leisure has been named as the new operator for Wyre’s leisure centres in Fleetwood, Garstang, Poulton and Thornton, replacing YMCA Fylde Coast from April.
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New era for Blackpool cinema as The Arc launches with affordable ticketsBlackpool’s premium cinema scene is entering a thrilling new era with the launch of The Arc Cinema at the former Backlot Cinema site.
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Park for £2 this festive season in BlackpoolBlackpool Council is making it easier than ever to enjoy the festive season in the town with the return of the popular Christmas parking offer.
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First new bins arrive as part of waste collection changesThe first deliveries of new bins for Blackpool – including brown ones- have arrived as part of the shake-up of waste collections coming in next year.
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Blackpool ratifies proposed local government merger with PrestonBlackpool Council has formally confirmed its proposals to merge with Preston to form a new council.
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Have your say on the future of Fleetwood WaterfrontWyre Council is inviting residents, businesses, and visitors to share their views on exciting plans to rejuvenate Fleetwood’s waterfront.
Preston, Leyland & Chorley News
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Man jailed for causing death of former army regimental sergeant majorA Chorley man died two days after being assaulted by a friend in a pub beer garden in an argument over food they were eating.
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Pensioner suffers serious injuries in Preston collisionA woman in her 80s has suffered serious injuries in a collision in Preston.
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Appeal for key witness following death at Preston stationDetectives are appealing for a key witness to come forward after a person was found dead at Preston railway station on Saturday morning.
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Old Tram Bridge giant crane to be in position from todayPreparations for the long-awaited Tram Bridge lift in Preston are almost complete, with the 75-metre crane due to reach full height today [Saturday].
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Election cancellation call from Preston CouncilPreston City Council has become the latest authority in Lancashire to push for the cancellation of next year’s local elections – prompting opposition politicians to cry foul.
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Preston man jailed for more than 20 years for raping girlA man has been given a prison sentence of more than 20 years for raping and sexually assaulting a girl.
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Still time to jump aboard the Ribble Steam Railway Santa Specials!Families invited to climb aboard Preston’s festive steam train for a magical journey with Father Christmas this December
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Christmas appeal: Cotton Court launch Barnardo's gift appealA heartfelt call to the community to donate unwrapped gifts or vouchers — helping ensure every child and young person supported by Barnardo’s in Lancashire receives a present this Christmas.
East Lancashire News
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Man found guilty of the manslaughter of Kirk Marsden in BlackburnA man has been found guilty of killing Kirk Marsden in Blackburn.
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Man who lured child to Blackburn bedroom before sexually assaulting her jailedA man who lured a child to a house in Blackburn before sexually assaulting her has been jailed.
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Family pays tribute to 'truly special' Accrington man who died in M65 collisionA family have paid an emotional and loving tribute to a ‘truly special’ man who died following a collision on the M65 last week.
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Burnley predator jailed for sexually assaulting young girlsA paedophile has been jailed after sexually assaulting young girls in Burnley.
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Memories and mixed emotions as Pendle Rise shopping centre closes for demolitionPendle Rise shopping centre in Nelson has closed its doors for the last time ahead of demolition, as part of the huge Nelson Town Deal regeneration scheme.
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Accrington park project progressesA £250,000 project to upgrade an East Lancashire town’s ‘green lung’ and protect it from motorbike riders is now moving on to its second stage aimed at making it more wildlife friendly.
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Two men jailed after assaulting man and stealing his bank cards and phone in BurnleyTwo men have been jailed after assaulting a man and stealing his bank cards and phone in Burnley.
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Pedestrian dies after being hit by two cars on M65Police are appealing for witnesses after a man in his 30s died in a collision on the M65 near Burnley.
Today's Weather
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BlackpoolSunny intervals
High: 10°C | Low: 4°C
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PrestonSunny intervals
High: 9°C | Low: 3°C
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ChorleySunny intervals
High: 9°C | Low: 3°C
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BurnleySunny intervals
High: 8°C | Low: 3°C





