Central Radio News
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Appeal after attempted robbery in Blackpool
Police are appealing for information after an attempted robbery in Blackpool.
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Ensuring taxi safety this Christmas & New Year in Blackburn
A multi-agency operation to help ensure taxis on roads in Blackburn with Darwen are safe has taken place.
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Jail for man who raped adult and sexually assaulted children in Burnley
A dangerous sexual predator has been jailed for 15 years after sexually assaulting three children and raping a man in Burnley.
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Only Fools & Horses The Musical is coming to Blackpool
Stick a pony in your pocket – The Trotters are back and coming to Blackpool.
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New Year’s Eve free fireworks party planned on Blackpool prom
Blackpool is preparing to bid a fond farewell to another hugely successful tourism season with a free family celebration on New Year’s Eve.
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Appeal after man seriously injured in Whittle-le-Woods collision
Lancashire Police are appealing for witnesses, dashcam and CCTV footage after a collision in Whittle-le-Woods which left two pedestrians with serious injuries, one being potentially life changing.
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Appeal to identify man found in field near Chorley
Yesterday afternoon the body of a man was found in a field on Dean Brook, near to Horrobin Lane, Rivington and he has yet to be identified.
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100% failure rate in Blackpool 'test purchases' by underage exercise
Last week, ten premises across Blackpool were visited by a 15-year-old girl who attempted to buy e-cigarettes containing nicotine, not one asked her for proof of age.
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Blackburn man jailed for killing pedestrian
A pensioner told by doctors not to drive because his eyesight was so bad has been jailed after he knocked down and killed a pedestrian.
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Vast reduction in 'dangerous attacks' on region’s trains
Rail operator Northern report a dramatic decrease in dangerous attacks on trains which is down almost 90% in the last 12 months with the number of recorded incidents at just eight.
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Sea of Santas raises £42,000 for Brian House Children’s Hospice
Nearly 1,700 Santas turned Blackpool’s promenade into a sea of red at this year’s Blackpool Santa Dash.
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A585 Windy Harbour to Skippool bypass to open later this month
The opening date for the A585 bypass in Wyre has been revealed.
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Get Help or Get Caught – a message to drug drivers in Lancashire this Christmas
Lancashire Constabulary, together with Police and Crime Commissioner Andrew Snowden and Lancashire's Combatting Drugs Partnerships are launching a new campaign urging drug drivers to 'get help or get caught'.
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Blackburn Festival of Light cancelled due to funding issues
The Blackburn Festival of Light has been cancelled due to funding issues, and replaced with a smaller event.
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Popular Blackpool amusement arcade sold
After sixty years of providing Blackpool with entertainment and fun, Harts Amusements will change ownership in January.
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SEA LIFE Blackpool announce new partnership
SEA LIFE Blackpool and Girlguiding North West England are teaming up to launch a new ocean conservation badge.
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New lease of life for Blackpool heritage building
Plans have been given the go ahead to start work on renovating Stanley Buildings, one of Blackpool's historic locally listed buildings.
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Former coastal radar station up for sale
An iconic building with an illustrious naval past looks set to be sold on the open market with a guide price of £50K.
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Jail for man who groomed and raped child in Preston
A man who groomed and raped an 11-year-old girl has been jailed for a decade following an investigation.
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Plans submitted for Blackpool 'Multiversity campus'
£65m new town centre development could happen if planning is approved.
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Blackpool's new Holiday Inn starts taking bookings
The resorts brand new flagship hotel, which is part of the £34m town centre development, has started to take reservations.
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Eight convicted of conspiracy to pervert the course of justice
Seven men and a woman have been convicted following our investigation in East Lancashire into a conspiracy to pervert the course of justice.
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Blackpool Council Residents can claim a free water butt
Applications are now open to get your free water butt if you live in a Blackpool Council area.
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Lytham Festival confirm more 2024 headliners
James, Hozier and Madness will join The Courteeners as headliners for the 2024 Lytham Festival.
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Christmas Lights Switch On events
There are a number of Christmas Lights Switch On events across the Fylde coast, Central and East Lancashire.
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Cannabis farm dismantled in Nelson
A cannabis farm was dismantled earlier this week after officers received a report of a disturbance at an address in Nelson.
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Appeal after serious assault in Burnley
Police are appealing for information after a man was seriously assaulted.
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Appeal after football fan injured by pyrotechnic at derby game
Police are appealing for witnesses and phone footage after a football fan was injured during the Blackburn Rovers v Preston North End derby at Ewood Park earlier this month.
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Everything you need to know for Colne’s Christmas Light Switch On
Colne’s Christmas Light Switch On returns this Saturday to kick start the festivities in the town.
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Fleetwood is turning festive once again
For the third year running Fleetwood is turning festive and once again hosting a weekend of Christmas celebration and cheer.
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Devolution announcement heralded as ‘amazing news for county’
The Government announcement of the potential for an historic devolution deal for Lancashire has been heralded as 'amazing news' for the county.
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£1.6M new cricket facility in central Lancashire - work gets underway
Construction has started on a high-quality professional and community cricket facility in central Lancashire, which will be the first of its kind.
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Top Gear will not return as BBC confirm
The BBC's flagship show Top Gear won't return "for the foreseeable future" after presenter Andrew "Freddie" Flintoff was hurt in a crash while filming last year.
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Commissioner publishes Independent Report into Nicola Bulley case
The Police and Crime Commissioner for Lancashire has published the Independent External Review of Lancashire Constabulary’s Operational Response to the widely publicised missing person Nicola Bulley.
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Lytham Festival announce first headliner
Courteeners will head to Lytham Festival in 2024 for their one and only North of England show of the summer.
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Frasers store to open in Blackpool this week
Blackpool Council and the Frasers Group have confirmed that a new department store will open in the Houndshill Shopping Centre this week.
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Once in a generation funding boost for Chorley - £20m in funding granted from Government's Levelling Up fund for town centre improvements
Following a bid submitted in June 2022, Chorley Council has been successful in securing £20m from the Government's Levelling Up fund (third round) for the regeneration of Chorley Town Centre.
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Blackburn man pleads guilty to raping women he targeted in East Lancashire
A man who tricked vulnerable women into his car before driving them to secluded locations and raping them has admitted his crimes.
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Man pleads guilty to murdering Eddie Forester in Blackpool
A man has admitted to murdering Edward Forrester in Blackpool.
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Library book returned 45 years late
Could this be the longest overdue book to be returned back to a local library… 45 years late!
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Central Radio to host Chorley Christmas Lights Switch On
Central Radio is delighted to announce we’re hosting the 2023 Chorley Christmas Light Switch On this weekend! (November 19).
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Blackpool’s newest entertainment experience opens
Blackpool’s newest entertainment experience has officially opened its doors.
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Christmas in Preston - A Season of Festive Magic
The holiday season is approaching, and the city of Preston is gearing up to celebrate in style.
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Work starts on pioneering cricket facility in central Lancashire
Construction has started on a high-quality professional and community cricket facility in central Lancashire, which will be the first of its kind.
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Four convicted of killing John Hutchinson in Blackpool
Four people have been found guilty of killing John Hutchinson in Blackpool in a revenge attack.
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Royal Mail fined £5.6m for missing delivery targets
Ofcom has fined Royal Mail £5.6m for failing to meet its First and Second Class delivery targets in the 2022/23 financial year.
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East Lancashire premises fail underage knife sales
Officers from East Lancashire have conducted an underage sales operation as part of Operation Sceptre, a national week of action to tackle knife crime.
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Accrington man jailed for sexual assaults
An Accrington man has been jailed for sexually abusing two children.
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Kick off for refurbished 3G Pitch at Blackpool's Stanley Park
A new 3G pitch at Stanley Park in Blackpool has been officially opened.
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Blackpool gets set for return of Christmas by the Sea
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas on Blackpool seafront with the countdown underway for the return of a spectacular outdoor festive village.
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Appeal after serious collision in Blackpool
Police are appealing for information after a collision in Blackpool left a cyclist with serious injuries.
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East Lancs drugs network behind bars for almost 100 years
Members of an organised criminal group who ‘taxed’ rival gangs by stealing their cannabis grows have been jailed for more than 90 years.
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Burnley Council partners with Boost to provide new funded support to borough’s businesses
Businesses in Burnley and Padiham can access a range of new funded business support services after Burnley Council announced a partnership with Boost; Lancashire’s Business Growth Hub.
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Blackpool’s Abingdon Street Market retail area now open
The retail offer at Blackpool’s Abingdon Street Market has officially opened.
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Four men charged with murder in Nelson
Police have charged four men with murder following the death of a man in Nelson.
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Arrest following cash and drugs seizure in Chorley
A man’s been arrested after cash and drugs were found in a car on the M61 near Chorley.
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Significant cannabis grow found in Fleetwood
Cannabis with an estimated street value of £150,000 has been discovered at a property in Fleetwood.
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Lancaster University research investigates differences in East Lancashire accents
Tongues will be wagging in Burnley this weekend when a research team from Lancaster University examine the difference between a Burnley and Blackburn accent – both very different according to the people who live there!
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Man dies after falling from bridge on M6 between Leyland and Standish
Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after a man died after falling from a bridge on the M6.
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Flooding of the Women’s and Children’s Unit at Blackpool Victoria Hospital
A Major Incident Level 2 has been declared by Blackpool Teaching Hospitals after a flood at part of Blackpool Victoria Hospital.
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Fire rips through Longridge cheesemakers
Sixty firefighters have been tackling a blaze at a cheesemakers in Longridge.
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Ferocious fire at Preston waste facility started by a rechargeable battery
A ferocious fire that melted metal at a waste facility near Preston at the weekend was caused by a rechargeable battery.
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Drink driver arrested after falling asleep at wheel on M6 near Charnock Richard
A drink driver has been arrested after falling asleep at wheel on the M6 near Charnock Richard.
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£15,000 worth of drugs found after vehicle stopped in Fleetwood
£15,000 worth of drugs was found after vehicle was stopped in Fleetwood.
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Blackpool's free ice skating is back
An outdoor skating rink will return to Blackpool promenade in November, as part of the Christmas By The Sea village.
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Drink-driver jailed after causing the death by dangerous driving in Poulton
A man has today been jailed at Preston Crown Court for nine years and four months for causing the death of 32-year-old Lisa Birtwistle by dangerous driving in Poulton.
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Tribute to motorcyclist Ian 'Joe' Hall who died following Knott End collision
A family has paid tribute to a man who died following a collision in Knott End.
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Local bonfire and firework events
Here’s some places where you can find bonfire events and fireworks displays locally and a little further afield this year.
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Ribby Hall development plans given the green light
A unanimous decision to grant planning approval has unlocked the next phase of development at Ribby Hall Village.
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Man jailed following murder of "bubbly lad who would do anything for anyone" in Blackpool
A man has been sentenced to a minimum of 16 years in prison for the murder of a 22-year-old man in Blackpool.
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Appeal following Fleetwood v Blackpool match
Police have given more detail about some incidents which occurred last night following the Fleetwood v Blackpool match.
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20 years after her disappearance, the search for missing Charlene Downes continues
It is 20 years since Blackpool teenager Charlene Downes disappeared and the search to find out what happened to her continues.
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Blackburn Council leader welcomes government ticket office closure announcement
The leader of Blackburn with Darwen Council, Councillor Phil Riley, has welcomed news that the Government is asking train companies to withdraw proposals to close hundreds of ticket offices including ones in Preston, Accrington and Burnley.
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Corrie star to switch on Colne Christmas Lights
Colne’s Christmas Light Switch On returns on Saturday 25th November to kick start the festivities in the town.
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Park for a pound this Christmas in Blackpool
Blackpool is to bring back discounted parking over several weeks in the run-up to Christmas to encourage people to enjoy a spectacular line-up of festive entertainment.
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Man jailed for causing death of teenager
Bonny Barrow was a much-loved bubbly 15-year-oldschoolgirl had her whole life ahead of her – she loved singing and dancing and making TikTok videos, just like any other teenage girl.
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Man admits to murdering Fiona Robinson in Chorley
A man has admitted to murdering Fiona Robinson in Chorley.
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Blackpool, Wyre & Fylde drugs gang who operated during Covid pandemic jailed
An organised crime group who used encrypted phones and set up a fake healthcare company so they could run their drug-dealing empire during the Covid pandemic have been jailed for more than 70 years.
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Abingdon St Market, Blackpool retail units to open soon
The highly anticipated opening of the retail offer at Abingdon Street Market in Blackpool is edging closer with the announcement of their opening date.
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Appeal after motorcyclist left seriously injured following a collision in Knott End
Police are appealing for witnesses and footage after a motorcyclist was left seriously injured following a collision in Knott End.
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Five Lancashire train stations praised for their floral displays
The Royal Horticultural Society have given high praise to some of Lancashire's finest floral displays at local train stations.
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Blackpool minibus company thanks customers (except the ‘kn*bs’) on 10-year birthday
A Blackpool based minibus company is celebrating 10 years in business by lighting up the tower in their company colours and says ‘thanks’ to its customers… well, most of its customers.
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Team India triumphs in World Fireworks Championship in Blackpool
A pyrotechnics team from India have been crowned champions of Blackpool’s annual World Fireworks competition after staging their country’s first ever display in the UK.
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New images show rooms inside Blackpool Holiday Inn development
New images show the first completed rooms inside the Blackpool Holiday Inn hotel.
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Central Radio to expand further into East Lancashire
Central Radio North West is expanding its coverage with the launch of more digital radio services into neighbouring towns Blackburn & Burnley in East Lancashire.
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Blackpool’s Lightpool Festival begins today
The award-winning Lightpool Festival is back, lighting up the night for nine evenings from Friday 20 October to Saturday 28 October.
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CCTV appeal following burglaries in Fylde and Wyre areas
Police would like to speak to a man in relation to four residential burglaries, all of which occurred on the same day in the Fylde and Wyre areas.
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Sandcastle Waterpark receives Visit England Gold Award
Blackpool’s Sandcastle Waterpark has received a Visit England Gold Award.
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Italy to conclude World Fireworks Championship in Blackpool
Italy will conclude the 2023 World Fireworks Championship in Blackpool this weekend.
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Moped rider suffers ‘life changing’ injuries in Lostock Hall collision
A moped rider has suffered ‘life changing’ injuries following a collision with a vehicle in Lostock Hall.
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Preston Police and partners tackle anti-social behaviour
Last weekend, as part of Operation Centurion, Preston Police teamed up with partner agencies to continue to safeguard vulnerable young people and challenge anti-social behaviour.
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Post mortem concludes no suspicious circumstances following the death of a woman in Blackpool
A post mortem has concluded there are no suspicious circumstances following the death of a woman in Blackpool.
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Extra police patrols in Leyland to tackle anti-social behaviour
Leyland is one of eight hotspot areas in Lancashire to receive funding for extra patrols to tackle anti-social behaviour.
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Council issue Blackpool Multiversity campus update
Blackpool’s Multiversity campus development is set to take another step forward.
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Appeal after girl found injured and disorientated in Leyland
Police are looking for witnesses who saw a teenage girl in a distressed state in Leyland last Thursday (October 5th).
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Tim Burton makes surprise visit to Blackpool Pleasure Beach
Tim Burton, Blackpool Pleasure Beach’s “biggest fan”, made a surprise return to his favourite amusement park yesterday just in time for Halloween.
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Thousands of pounds worth of counterfeit nicotine products seized from shops in Preston
Illegal tobacco products including cigarettes and vapes which, if sold as genuine, would be worth around £12,000, have been seized as part of Operation Centurion.
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Blackpool man charged with murder
Police have charged a man with murder following the death of a man in Blackpool.
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Blackpool man charged with manslaughter
A man has been charged with the manslaughter of Anthony Harley in Blackpool.
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Blackpool healthcare workers guilty of ill-treatment by unlawfully sedating patients
A Blackpool nurse and a healthcare worker have been found guilty of unlawfully drugging patients - amid allegations they did so for their own amusement and an easy life.
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Blackpool comes together to celebrate Black History Month
Blackpool is proud to support Black History Month.
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Multi-million pound Blackpool housing development welcomes first new residents
Residents are celebrating moving into their new homes at Grange Park estate in Blackpool as part of phase one of the £20m social housing scheme that will ultimately provide 131 new homes.
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Appeal after man found unconscious in a Preston car park
Lancashire Police are asking for your help after a man was found unconscious in a Preston car park on Saturday night.
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Tribute paid to pedestrian killed in Chorley car park
A family have paid an emotional tribute to a ‘champion of people less fortunate’.
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Drugs warrants in Fleetwood - six arrested and a closure order put in place
Six people have been arrested after a number of warrants took place in Fleetwood.
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County lines drugs gang who ran heroin and crack into Blackpool jailed
Members of a county lines drugs gang who ran heroin and crack into Blackpool have been jailed for more than 20 years.
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Appeal following fatal collision in Chorley
Police are appealing for information following a collision in Chorley in which a woman died and a second woman was seriously injured.
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Blackpool man to appear in court charged with murder
A Blackpool man is due in court again tomorrow charged with murder.
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Swiss team up next in World Fireworks Championships
Switzerland are the next nation to compete in this year’s World Fireworks Championship in Blackpool this weekend.
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Council issue fresh update on Bourne Hill development
Wyre Council has issued a fresh update on the potential development at Bourne Hill in Thornton.
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Highways teams prepare for Storm Agnes
Lancashire’s highways teams are preparing in the run up to Storm Agnes.
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Two Thornton men charged after £1.3m drugs seizure on M6
Two men from Thornton have been charged following a significant drugs seizure.
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Plans for new hangars at Blackpool Airport have been unveiled
The plans submitted to Blackpool and Fylde Councils could see the first new developments at the airport in over 15 years.
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Police launch murder investigation after death of woman in Blackpool
Police have launched a murder investigation after the death of a woman in Blackpool.
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Blackpool Pleasure Beach wins eight UK Theme Park Awards
Blackpool Pleasure Beach is ending its 2023 summer season on a high after scooping eight UK Theme Park Awards.
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Christmas by the sea will return to Blackpool in 2023
The very popular Blackpool seasonal attraction for Christmas will return for another fun packed year leading up to Christmas and then New Year.
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Arrest made after spate of burglaries in Preston
Police arrested a man after power tools and frozen meats were stolen from a property in Preston on Thursday morning.
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Archaeologists uncover evidence of Roman and Iron Age occupation at site near Blackpool
A team of archaeologists have uncovered evidence of Roman and Iron Age occupation at site near Blackpool.
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International Market returns to Preston
Following a successful visit earlier in the year, the popular International Market will be returning to Preston Flag Market for three days of delicious food, drinks and crafts from across the world.
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A man has died following a collision in Lytham
A man has died following a collision in Lytham.
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Man dies after being hit by a bus in Blackpool
A man has died after being involved in a collision with a bus in Blackpool over the weekend.
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Avanti West Coast awarded long-term contract after ‘significant improvements for passengers’
Avanti has been awarded a long-term contract to operate the West Coast Main Line.
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Dedicated police team for Preston City Centre
Lancashire Constabulary have increased the number of officers who will take responsibility for local policing in Preston city centre.
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India kick off World Fireworks Championship in Blackpool
India will be the first nation to compete in this year’s World Fireworks Championship in Blackpool this weekend.
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New Fylde link road set to open early next year
Construction of the M55 to Heyhouses Link Road is making good progress, however a number of issues over recent months mean it is now scheduled to open in spring 2024.
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Blackpool Tower named one of best British seaside places
Blackpool Tower has been named one of the best British seaside places and experiences.
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Preston Guild Hall closed pending surveys amid national roofing fears
It is believed that RAAC (reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete) is present in the roof panels of the Grand Hall and Charter Theatre within the Guild Hall.
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Preston and Chorley drugs gang jailed for 132 years
Prison sentences totalling 132 years have been handed down to a drugs supply gang which operated in Preston and Chorley.
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Madame Tussauds Blackpool unveil Sir Mo Farah's brand new look
Madame Tussauds Blackpool has unveiled a brand-new look for its Sir Mo Farah CBE wax figure - to mark the Olympic legend’s last competitive Great North Run race on Sunday (10th September).
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Have your say on the future of Fleetwood’s seafront
Wyre Council is seeking your views on a number of exciting proposals to rejuvenate Fleetwood’s seafront as part of a consultation which is being launched to seek the public’s views on ideas to enhance some of Fleetwood’s key seafront facilities.
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Fleetwood Market to host season family fun day
Fleetwood Market will be holding a free Summer Seaside Family Fun Day on Saturday 19 August and it’s set to be a scorcher of an event.
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Dangerous teenager sentenced following stabbing in Leyland
A dangerous teenager has been sentenced to nine years after a man was stabbed in the eye In Leyland.
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Free outdoor charity art trail comes to Blackpool
Brian House Children’s Hospice – the charity behind Elmer’s Big Parade Blackpool – has announced the date for the town’s first ever large-scale public art trail.
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Preston’s Encounter Festival showcases a diverse and captivating line up
Encounter Festival is pleased to unveil the exceptional line up of performances that will take over Preston with creativity and performance during the weekend of Friday 15 until Sunday 17 September.
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Sophie Ellis-Bextor lights up Blackpool in a dazzling switch-on celebration
Singer Sophie Ellis-Bextor brought a sprinkling of stardust to Blackpool’s Golden Mile when she switched on the famous Blackpool Illuminations.
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Preston man who ‘tortured’ puppy to death found guilty
A man who caused a number of non-accidental injuries to a puppy, resulting in the dog’s death six days after buying him from a breeder, has been found guilty of animal cruelty by a jury.
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Switch-On 2023: Everything you need to know
The Illuminations Switch-On party is the biggest, brightest night in Blackpool’s calendar, and this year's celebration on September 1 promises to deliver an experience Blackpool has never seen before.
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Missing Blackpool Zoo pelican found safe and well
An Eastern white pelican that escaped from Blackpool Zoo has been found safe and well.
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Heritage Open Days will showcase Blackpool and the Fylde's history
Heritage Open Days is England’s largest festival of heritage and culture.
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Ride The Lights is back!
Get on your bike and Ride The Lights! An exciting preview of Blackpool Illuminations is officially taking place on Tuesday (August 29).
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Date revealed for opening of Blackpool's Showtown museum
Its official, Showtown: the museum of fun and entertainment has announced it will open its doors to the public in March 2024, bringing a world class interactive museum for all the family to Blackpool.
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1940's weekend is this weekend!
The popular 1940’s weekend is coming back to Lytham this weekend. Located on Lytham Green with an array of period vehicles, costumes, and entertainment.
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Free summer activities for the kids in Blackpool
There's tons to do in Blackpool this summer!
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Kirkham YMCA to permanently close
YMCA Kirkham Rural Splash is set to permanently close.
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Sophie Ellis-Bextor to switch-on Blackpool Illuminations
One of the UK’s best-loved music stars is to switch on the 2023 Blackpool Illuminations.
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See the Circus at Joe Longthorne Theatre
Here's a great value-for-money show to keep the children entertained this summer holiday.
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Blackpool Council’s park tennis courts officially reopen after significant improvement works
Tennis courts in four parks across Blackpool have been officially reopened following investment.
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It’s the cheapest fuel in the area …and here’s why.
This petrol station has been selling fuel cheaper than anyone else since it opened.
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Ride the Lights in Blackpool
Get on your bike and Ride the Lights! - An Exciting Preview of Blackpool Illuminations.
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Blue Badge abuse clamp down in Blackpool
Blackpool Council have pledged to do more to tackle potentially fraudulent use of the Blue Badge scheme.
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Blackpool’s Director of Public Health voices concerns about vaping by young people and children
Dr Arif Rajpura, Blackpool Council’s Director of Public Health has again raised concerns about vaping by young people and children following intensive research in Blackpool, while council teams work hard to tackle the issue.
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Changing places facility opens in Fleetwood
New Changing Places facilities at Central Car Park in Fleetwood have been opened.
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Work starts on TV star’s waxwork
TV presenter Alison Hammond, has attended her first sitting with artists at Madame Tussauds Blackpool, as they start work on her new wax figure.
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Tram Sunday cancelled due to forecast high winds
Fleetwood’s Festival of Transport – Tram Sunday – has been cancelled due to the forecast of poor weather.
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Preston pubs and bars fail underage drinking test
Last week, as part of Operation Centurion, the force’s commitment to tackle anti-social behaviour, Preston Police carried out a test purchasing operation at pubs and bars in the City Centre.
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Cannabis grow discovered in Preston
A cannabis grow with over 200 plants has been discovered in Preston.
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Wyre Council offers financial support for working families
Household Support Grants are now available from Wyre Council for working families struggling with the cost of living.
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Talbot Gateway regeneration progresses with release of new retail units
Over 5,000 sq ft of retail space has been released as part of Blackpool Council’s £350m Talbot Gateway development.
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Building skills for the future in Blackpool
Young Blackpool residents are benefiting from the construction work currently under way on Grange Park.
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How a ham sandwich helped take down a Blackpool drugs gang
A Blackpool based drugs gang have been bought down – thanks to a ham sandwich.
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Wyre Council offers a helping hand for families this summer holidays
Wyre Council has opened bookings for an exciting range of holiday clubs taking place this summer for children on benefits related free school meals.
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12 year old opens newest charity shop
Young charity supporter Bailey Wood has officially opened the doors to Blackpool’s latest charity shop.
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Fylde Coast bathing waters re-open for swimmers
The Environment Agency have today (Thursday 29 June) lifted the restrictions on bathing in waters along the Fylde coast.
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Paint the beach and raise money for Trinity Hospice
Get ready to paint the beach as Blackpool Colour Run returns to Starr Gate next month.
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£30m hotel could replace former St Chads
Boasting 184 rooms over 7 floors and creating 50 new jobs, this hotel could be seen as a much needed development for Blackpool’s promenade.
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Central Radio Rebrands as Central Radio North West to Embrace Expansion and DAB into Preston, Leyland and Chorley.
You may hear some small changes to our name, to better reflect our forthcoming expansion into new areas of Lancashire later this year.
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Fylde Council will track and monitor visitors
Fylde Council has been awarded funding to install new technology which will track and monitor shoppers and visitors.
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Blackpool Pleasure Beach announce local stars for Beauty & The Beast
In anticipation of this year’s Christmas Pantomime, Beauty and The Beast, Blackpool Pleasure Beach announces the names of local stars who will be wowing audiences this festive period.
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Man dies after e-scooter collision on Blackpool promenade
A man has died following a serious collision involving an e-scooter in Blackpool yesterday.
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Lytham Festival 2023 Full Line Up
Here’s everything you need to know about Lytham Festival 2023
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Man dies after assault in Lytham
A 25-year-old man has died following an assault in Lytham.
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Olympic skaters and famous ice dancers return to for new Hot Ice show
This year’s Hot Ice Show is set to be a passionate one!
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Fylde Coast wastewater repairs update
United Utilities has continued to make good progress to return Fleetwood wastewater treatment works to full operation.
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Full line up unveiled for Blackpool Comedy Festival
The full line up has been unveiled for the Blackpool Comedy Festival next month.
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Arrest made after serious assault in Lytham
A man has been arrested after a serious assault in Lytham over the weekend.
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Investigation after ‘adverse reaction’ to drug taking in Blackpool
Police are investigating after four people in Blackpool had an adverse reaction within a short time of one another after taking heroin.
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Blackpool unveils new Spitfire tribute for 2023 Illuminations season
A spectacular tribute to one of the world’s most iconic fighter aircraft will be unveiled in this year’s Blackpool Illuminations display.
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Nickelodeon parade will open Blackpool Illuminations Switch-On 2023
A spectacular parade featuring the stars of the world’s favourite children’s TV channel is to be held in Blackpool to mark the start of this year’s Illuminations season.
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Man jailed for carrying knife on Blackpool train
A 29-year-old man has been jailed for 24 weeks following a British Transport Police investigation, after he produced a knife on board a train.
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‘Do not swim’ warning issued for Blackpool and Fylde beaches after ‘pollution incident’
A pollution incident has occurred which is affecting some beaches across the Fylde Coast.
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Blackpool Cup rated number one in Europe
The annual Blackpool Cup football tournaments have been rated number one out of 65 similar events staged across Europe.
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Man found guilty of attempting to murder toddler in Blackpool
A man has been found guilty of attempting to murder a toddler in Blackpool.
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Closure Announced of Iconic Blackpool Jewellers
Leonard Dews is one of the oldest jewellers in the North West of England and has been delighting its customers with original, high-quality jewellery and watches since 1877.
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Blackpool art trail secures two major sponsors
Two Blackpool-based companies have signed up as Presenting Partners of Elmer’s Big Parade Blackpool, which comes to town next spring.
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Young drivers who recently passed their tests set to be banned from giving friends lifts
Ministers are considering plans to stop newly qualified young drivers from giving lifts to friends in efforts to stop peer-pressure car crashes.
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Police issue a stark warning
Lancashire police issue a stark message to those on M6 who ignored the matrix signs whilst they dealt with an incident.
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More than 350 knives recovered in Lancashire’s West Division during knife crime crackdown
A total of 368 knives have been recovered across Lancashire’s West Division as part of Operation Sceptre, a national week-long initiative to tackle knife crime.
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Appeal following collision in Larbreck
Police are appealing for information following a serious injury collision in Larbreck.
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Revamped Blackpool's Abingdon Street Market opens this weekend
The newly renovated Abingdon Street Market opens its doors for the first time this weekend.
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More M55 closures planned next week as new bypass nears completion
The M55 will have overnight closures next week as part of the works to complete the Preston Western Distributor Road.
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Summer safety operation re-launches in Blackpool
An award-winning police operation is returning to the Fylde coast for the third year.
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Critchley back in charge at Bloomfield Road
Blackpool Football Club has confirmed the reappointment of Neil Critchley as Head Coach on a four-year deal.
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Woman jailed after killing a man in Blackpool
A woman has been jailed after she was convicted of killing a man in Blackpool.
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Bingo ‘Club 3000’ open date announced
Bingo lovers in Blackpool will be pleased to hear the opening date of the new Rigby Road site.
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Preston Caribbean Carnival returns
Preston carnival is the largest and longest-running cultural celebration in Preston outside of the Preston Guild, attracting tens of thousands of visitors each year. Preston comes alive in May as the city dances to the rhythms of the Caribbean.
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Gruffalo & Friends Clubhouse opens on Blackpool prom
The Gruffalo & Friends Clubhouse Attraction has opened to the public on Blackpool’s famous promenade.
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Cannabis farm discovered in disused Blackpool hotel
A cannabis farm has been discovered within a disused hotel premises in Blackpool Town Centre.
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Dementia Action Week hailed huge success for resort
Dementia Action Week in Blackpool has taken residents on a trip down memory lane as support teams work to highlight the local help available to people who are living with dementia.
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Two men charged following ATM thefts in Preston and Chorley
Police seize large amount of cash and power tools suspected to be used in cash machine thefts following car search.
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National Highways: “A585 Windy Harbour delayed”
The opening date of one of the main arterial routes to Thornton and Fleetwood will be delayed according to National Highways.