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Funeral directors across Blackpool inspected by council as calls made for more regulations in sector
Funeral directors across Blackpool were inspected by the council amid calls made for more regulations in the sector.
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Silent Crime: I survived my ex who punched, kicked, raped and strangled me as I lay in bed next to my children
In the latest of special reports into silent crimes, the Lancashire Post and the Blackpool Gazette will be looking at impact of domestic violence on victims and why many feel reporting it is not an option.
Update on sale of prominent seafront hotel in Blackpool
Potential buyers have been showing interest in a prominent Blackpool hotel since it went on the market in this summer.
Fly-tippers strike at abandoned Fylde fracking site
A rubbish mountain has appeared outside the former fracking site in Fylde after the spot became a magnet for fly-tipping.
Stalled development plans for 1,400 homes at Whyndyke Farm in Blackpool set to go back before planners
Plans to build hundreds of houses on the edge of Blackpool are back on the table after proposals have stalled over many years.
Coyote Ugly Saloon bar has extended Blackpool auditions all this week
Blackpool’s new Coyote Ugly Saloon bar is all set to swing open it doors next week - and auditions have been extended through to this week,
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Lancashire Police investigating spate of thefts at Haven Marton Mere Holiday Village in Blackpool
Police are investigating a spate of burglaries at a Blackpool holiday park which has left some guests vowing never to return.
£26m Indigo Hotel deal for Blackpool reaches key stage as historic Post Office falls into further disrepair
Regeneration chiefs say they remain committed to transforming Blackpool's rundown former main post office into a luxury boutique hotel.
Central Tickets data breach: what happened, has personal information been stolen and how to protect passwords?
How terrifying 😢
iPad Mini: Apple announces new iPad Mini in surprise to fans - here’s what to expect
Hands up if you saw this coming! 😱
Gang who conspired to flood Accrington's streets with drugs filmed themselves bagging heroin and cocaine
An organised crime gang who filmed themselves bagging heroin and crack cocaine have been jailed following an investigation by Lancashire Police.
Met Office figures show Blackpool is getting hotter and sunnier as council approves new climate response plans
Blackpool is getting warmer - but also wetter - according to the latest climate pattern statistics and the changes could result in more tourists visiting the resort.
Blackpool coroner probes death of neglected Debbie Leitch as disgraced mum snubs inquest
A Blackpool coroner has shared horrific details of a disabled woman’s death at the hands of her cruel mum.
Why can you see Northern Lights better on your phone than with your eye?
Blame a quirk of science 😅
I run the Sunam Tandoori Indian Restaurant - the curry house named the best in Blackpool - come and visit us!
A curry house is celebrating being awarded the Best Indian Restaurant in Blackpool.
Jury give final verdict in trial of Burnley man accused of killing Blackpool FC supporter Tony Johnson
Jurors have been unable to reach a verdict in the trial of a man accused of killing a Blackpool football fan in a post-match brawl.
Alton Towers teams up with NHS to tackle national blood shortages this winter
Alton Towers Resort is helping the NHS tackle the urgent shortage of blood donors this winter - through a spine-tingling partnership.
Emergency services called to distressing welfare incident in Fleetwood's Lord Street
Police have praised a local barber and other members of the public who helped save a man’s life amid distressing scenes in Fleetwood yesterday.
Strictly Come Dancing superfan from Lancashire performs in reality TV ballroom competition on Freeview
Three ordinary women got to live the full Strictly Come Dancing experience, and dance in front of celebrity judges to compete for the glitterball trophy - in a reality-style TV show to air on Freeview this weekend.
My cancer has returned but I'm determined to marry my partner and make memories
A dad whose rare cancer has returned is hoping to make precious memories - by marrying his fiancée.