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Pedestrian dies after being 'struck by several vehicles' on M6 as motorway closed in Lancashire
A pedestrian has died after being struck by several vehicles on the M6 early this morning, police have confirmed.
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M6 closure: Everything we know so far after pedestrian dies in collision connected to Leyland motorway shutdown
The M6 remains closed northbound in Lancashire following a fatal motorway collision in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Blackpool South MP Chris Webb holds Cost of Living Summit in resort
A Cost of Living Summit has been staged in Blackpool to look at ways of tackling what has been called a real crisis in the town.
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M6 northbound diversion route in place between Leyland and Bamber Bridge after police incident
A diversion route has been put in place after the M6 was closed northbound between junction 28 (Leyland) and junction 30 (Bamber Bridge) due to a police incident.
Live M6 updates as motorway closed northbound between Leyland and Bamber Bridge after police incident
The M6 is currently closed northbound between junction 28 (Leyland) and junction 30 (Bamber Bridge) due to an ongoing police incident.
13 interesting old pictures of Poulton-le-Fylde that reveal its historic past
These fabulous pictures of Poulton-le-Fylde take you right back to its traditional market town days.
Hygiene ratings updated for 17 Blackpool and Fylde coast businesses - including Tesco and Domino's Pizza
A total of 17 businesses across Lancashire have received updated food hygiene ratings from the Food Standards Agency.
Blackpool Council plays down war of words with Labour MP over Government financial settlement
Blackpool Council has played down a clash with the resort’s MP Chris Webb - a fellow Labour politician - over a financial settlement from the Government and council tax.
Poundland issues statement on future of Blackpool stores
Poundland has issued a statement regarding the future of its two Blackpool stores.
31 heart-warming pictures which epitomise our resort in the decade of the 1980s
The lead picture in this fantastic gallery shows a tram picking up passengers on a hot day
People are often surprised by how much joy they bring - 285 ex-commercial hens need new homes in Lancashire
285 ex-commercial hens need new homes in Lancashire by next weekend or they could face being slaughtered.
31 fascinating images from 1950 and 1951 as Blackpool as a resort was starting to boom
These amazing photos take us back to Blackpool in 1950 to 1951.
World Book Day Blackpool: 25 more photos of Fylde coast youngers all dressed up
Yesterday was World Book Day which means children all across the Fylde coast spent the day dressed as their favourite book characters!
Deadline approaching to submit nominations for Lancashire Apprenticeship Awards 2026
The Lancashire Apprenticeship Awards continues to stand as a leading celebration of the individuals and organisations driving the region’s skills agenda, honouring apprentices, employers and training providers who are playing a vital role in developing the workforce of the future.
Council tax payers in Wyre to pay 2.99 percent more in 2026/7 bills after budget confirmed
Council tax payers in Wyre are being asked to pay a relatively modest 2.99 percent increase in their bills as the council confirmed its budget last night.
Woman, 20s, found in Fleetwood street with serious burn injuries now fighting for life in hospital
A woman found with horrific burn injuries on a Fleetwood street is fighting for her life in hospital.
Over 40 vehicles stopped by police in Nelson - this is how many were issued with a ticket
Police stopped more than 40 vehicles in Nelson yesterday with some motorists being issued with a ticket.
20 drivers caught speeding in just 30 minutes during police check on Poulton Road in Fleetwood
20 drivers were caught speeding in just 30 minutes during a police speed check in Fleetwood following concerns raised by residents.
Lancashire Police issue CCTV appeal after thefts from Blackpool TK Maxx store
Police have issued a CCTV appeal after a series of thefts at TK Maxx in Blackpool.
Government ‘having a laugh’ with preferred bidder for £700m contract, says Blackpool MP
The company behind the “catastrophic” civil service pension scheme is the preferred bidder for a new £700 million contract, the Commons has heard.