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"We've loved every minute, but now it’s time to take a step back' - Poulton bar with huge potential for sale
A popular bar and restaurant in the centre of Poulton could be yours after hitting the market.

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Norcross roundabout is dangerous and a congestion issue and still needs highlighting, says MP Lorraine Beavers
Blackpool North and Fleetwood MP Lorraine Beavers has joined calls for action to be taken over Norcross roundabout and the continued congestion problems on parts of the A585.


M6 drivers still facing 90-minute delays after multi-vehicle crash injures eight and closes southbound
Drivers on the M6 are still facing 90-minute delays after a multi-vehicle crash forced the closure of the southbound carriageway.

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Man in 30s suffers laceration to his arm in aggravated burglary in Hornby Road, Blackpool
A man suffered a wound to his arm in an aggravated burglary in Blackpool, police said.


Meet Lancashire Police's best response cop who helped save a young grooming victim in Blackpool
A Blackpool PC has been crowned Lancashire’s best response officer after he helped find a young grooming victim and took on an armed domestic abuse suspect.

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'Secret snacker' from Fleetwood who hid fast food binges from wife loses half body weight with Slimming World
A 20 stone 'secret snacker' who hid his bad eating habits from his wife by purchasing fatty food on his credit card has lost nearly half his body weight.
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Blackpool Airshow unveils new act - here's everything we know
The skies above Blackpool are set to come alive once again as the Blackpool Air Show returns on Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 August, bringing two days of thrilling aerobatics and awe inspiring aerial displays to the iconic seafront.


New adventure golf scheme at Blackpool's Tee Time Golf Centre goes before planners next week
Ambitious proposals to create a 12-hole adventure mini golf course at a Blackpool golfing centre will go before planners next week.


Meet Homeless Hound's adorable puppy Dane with a huge heart in need of his forever home
A gorgeous Great Dane mix puppy who is described as a ‘big softie’ is after his forever human.


Two children among 8 casualties rushed to hospital after M6 crash in Lancashire
Eight people including two young children have been taken to hospital after a crash involving six vehicles on the M6 in Lancashire today.


M6 drivers face two-hour delays after multi-vehicle crash closes motorway between Preston and Lancaster
Drivers on the M6 are facing delays of up to two hours this afternoon after a multi-vehicle crash forced the closure of the southbound carriageway.


Pictures show shocking scenes from M6 'pile-up' near Lancaster Services
Motorists have shared pictures from the scene of today’s crash on the M6, showing the extent of the emergency service response.


M6 crash prompts police plea for patience after previous cases of drivers going wrong way to avoid delays
Police are urging drivers to remain patient after a serious crash on the M6 this morning - just days after a separate incident saw 14 motorists dangerously drive the wrong way to avoid tailbacks.


M6 LIVE: Air ambulance lands at crash scene between Preston and Lancaster
A serious crash involving multiple vehicles has closed the M6 southbound between Preston and Lancaster this morning.


Watch: Driver captures scene of M6 'pile-up' near between Lancaster and Preston
Drivers have shared footage showing the emergency services working at the scene of a crash on the M6 in Lancashire today.


New food venues that have recently opened in Blackpool/Fylde coast
Blackpool and the Fylde Coast have seen an exciting wave of new food venues open over the past year, bringing fresh flavours, diverse atmospheres and renewed energy to the local dining scene.


Highways England give update on when traffic will start moving on M6 after crash between Preston and Lancaster
Highways England have issued an update about when traffic is likely to start moving on the M6.


Highways England's diversion route for traffic affected by crash on M6 between Preston and Lancaster
Lancashire roadusers are being advised to follow the Hollow Diamond diversion route after a serious collision has closed the M6 in both directions.


I recently finished chemotherapy but won't let it stop me from starting my own business
At just 20 years old, Sophia Gibson has faced more heartache and hardship than most could imagine.


M6 and A6 closures after serious crash between Preston and Lancaster
A serious crash has closed the southbound M6 between Preston and Lancaster this morning.
