Blackpool Wyre & Fylde News
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Blackpool convenience stores ordered to close over illicit tobacco salesShops selling non-compliant vapes, illicit tobacco, and supplying age-restricted products to children in Blackpool have been shut down by public protection officers.
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Appeal launched to find historic Blackpool Winter Gardens dance trophyThe Blackpool Dance Festival team has launched an urgent appeal to trace a historic bronze and ivory figurine that was once a treasured trophy from the early days of Blackpool Winter Gardens.
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Demolition crew moves in on boarded up homes behind Blackpool FC’s stadiumA demolition crew this week have arrived on the site of boarded up terraced houses at the back of Blackpool FC’s stadium, Bloomfield Road.
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Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after stabbing at Carleton CrematoriumPolice have launched an attempted murder investigation after a woman was stabbed at Carleton Crematorium in Poulton-le-Fylde.
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Council answers concerns over holiday area crime figuresBlackpool Council has welcomed figures that show a notable fall in anti-social behaviour in the resort – including areas associated with the holiday trade.
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How the fuel crisis from the Iran-US war could help Blackpool’s tourist tradeThe Fylde coast is feeling the fuel pinch as the war in Iran hits the petrol pumps – but some believe the fallout could actually help Blackpool’s tourist trade.
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Gym user blasts ‘disgusting’ state of council-run amenityA gym user has blasted the ‘disgusting’ state of amenities at a council-run leisure centre in Bispham.
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Scouts selected to represent at World Scout Jamboree 2027 in PolandA group of inspiring young people from Blackpool are celebrating after being selected to represent the UK at the World Scout Jamboree 2027 in Poland, an experience that will see them step boldly onto the global stage.
Preston, Leyland & Chorley News
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New Preston Guild officer to be recruitedThe hunt will begin within months for the person who will spearhead preparations for the next Preston Guild – even though the event itself is another six years away.
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Preston bus gate signage vandalisedVandals have left drivers at risk of inadvertently breaching the rules at a controversial bus-only zone in Preston – by turning around a key warning sign.
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Preston Caribbean Carnival secures major funding boostPreston Caribbean Carnival has been awarded a significant grant from Arts Council England to support the delivery of its 2026 programme.
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Motorcyclist left with life-changing injuries following collision in EuxtonPolice are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after a motorcyclist was left with life-changing injuries following a collision in Euxton.
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Appeal after pedestrian sadly died following collision in ChorleyPolice are appealing for witnesses and footage after a pedestrian died following a serious collision in Chorley.
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Plans for major expansion of Preston grassroots music venue given green lightPlans for a major expansion of Preston grassroots music venue The Ferret have been given the go-ahead.
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Chorley councillor warns of pothole risk for bikersA motorbike-riding councillor from Chorley has warned that the number of potholes on Lancashire’s roads is putting the lives of two-wheeled travellers like him at risk.
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Preston tram bridge opening set for SpringWhen it comes to building a 125-metre bridge across a fast-flowing river, some elements of the task are bound to prove tougher than others.
East Lancashire News
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East Lancashire BT jobs plan revealedHyndburn MP Sarah Smith and the council’s Labour group have backed a union proposal for the staff of the East Lancashire BT offices scheduled for closure in the Blackburn telephone exchange.
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Appeal for witnesses and footage after man dies in Blackburn collisionPolice are appealing for witnesses and footage after a man died in a collision in Blackburn.
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Two arrested as probe continues into Blackburn man's deathTwo people have been arrested as part of an investigation into the death of a man from Blackburn.
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Drug gang jailed after being uncovered when 17-year-old was involved in e-bike collisionFive men who ran or assisted in running the ‘Max’ drug line, based in Bradford, bringing drugs across into East Lancashire, have been jailed.
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Man jailed following dangerous driving to avoid police in BlackburnA man has been disqualified from driving for a year and jailed for eight months for dangerous driving to avoid police.
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Contractor appointed for Haslingden Old Road repairs following major landslipA contractor has been appointed to deliver the next stage of the complex repair project on Haslingden Old Road.
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Sex offender jailed for forming 'unwelcome' association with vulnerable womanA registered sex offender has been jailed for breaching a Sexual Harm Prevention Order.
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Accrington Market hops into EasterFamilies across Hyndburn are being invited to enjoy a packed programme of Easter activities at Accrington Market
Today's Weather
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BlackpoolHeavy rain shower
High: 10°C | Low: 6°C
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PrestonHeavy rain shower
High: 11°C | Low: 3°C
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ChorleyHeavy rain shower
High: 10°C | Low: 3°C
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BurnleyHeavy rain shower
High: 11°C | Low: 2°C






