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'We want to create a safe and inclusive space where anyone can drop in for a cup of tea' - Manor Community Hub
‘Everyone is welcome and we look forward to seeing you there.’
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Everything you need to know about Big Green Get Together including times and things to do
‘Events like this are a fantastic way to bring families together while celebrating the rich natural environment we have here in Wyre’
A fatal accident waiting to happen: warning after car hits primary school wall at Wrea Green in Lancashire
“Luckily no one was killed but next time someone might not be so lucky”
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21 nostalgic pictures to take you back to Blackpool in 1967 including an elephant at a bar
From Jimi Hendrix playing at the Opera House to a massive fire at one of the town centre’s biggest department stores, these pictures round up 1967.
As a boy back in Belfast, I'd never have thought I'd be mayor of Blackpool, I'm so proud
“To say I’m honoured is an understatement. This is the best resort in the UK”
Emergency services close road after car 'flips' in collision on Blackpool street
The road was fully closed as emergency services dealt with the incident.
Baby allegedly murdered by Blackpool teacher Jamie Varley had suffered a human bite, Preston Crown Court told
Jurors at Preston Crown Court were shown the photo, taken from a distance, showing a darker shade on the child’s right buttock.
'A rare chance' - Final FREE tickets on offer for 100th anniversary celebration of Blackpool Dance Festival
This free community event forms part of a wider programme celebrating 100 years of the Blackpool Dance Festival — a globally significant milestone for both the town and the international dance community.
Jobs created as care service expands its operations across Fylde, Wyre and Blackpool
“We have a strong reputation and I’m really proud of what we have achieved”
Plans to change children's home in Blackpool back into private house
“The proposal is for the reversion to the property’s original use
29 brilliant photos to take you right to the heart of Blackpool in 2004
Taking you back through the years to 2004
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New Mayor of Fylde Councillor Richard Redcliffe installed at special Mayor Making ceremony
The new Mayoral team for Fylde has been confirmed for 2026/27.
'I’d like to say yes but the alternatives worry me' - Sir Keir Starmer battles on amid calls for resignation
“I’d like to say yes but the alternatives worry me.”...
Opening the Digital Front Door - what Fylde Council's new-look website will mean for residents
"We want every resident to feel confident using our website, and this upgrade makes that a reality”
'I just hope she's okay' - Hero teen, 14, hopes to reunite with woman taken ill on Blackpool 5C bus
“ I just knew I had to do what I could to help and I’d really like to know she is all right”
'We're proud to be dog-friendly' - Blackpool's Imperial Hotel launches new stay package for pooches
“We are pleased to be welcoming well-behaved four legged guests.”
Blackpool train users can use new low-cost service to London with fares from just £23.90
Commuters from Blackpool can get to London on the low-cost service by changing services at Preston Railway Station.
'Never gets any easier' - 5 years since football-mad Blackpool boy, Jordan Banks, 9, killed by lightning
Football-mad Jordan Banks was attending a one to one coaching session on Blackpool’s Common Edge playing fields at the end of School Road, South Shore, when he was tragically hit by lightning on May 11, 2021 while playing the sport he loved.
I went to a swanky garden party at Buckingham Palace and was thrilled to meet the Duchess of Edinburgh
“It was a wonderful occasion and such an honour to meet the Duchess of Edinburgh”
This is why the North West Air Ambulance was seen landing during the Beaverbrooks Blackpool 10k run
Patient was treated and then taken to Blackpool Victoria Hospital, service confirms