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Award-winning teacher podcasters Two Mr Ps bringing new show to Blackpool’s Grand Theatre - dates and tickets
“Every single night was packed with laughter and incredible energy.”
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Blackpool should try for city-status, says leading businessman
“I think now is the perfect moment for that question to be asked – should Blackpool apply for city-status?”
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"It's a dream come true," says new owner of Blackpool café which went on the market for £12,000
“I have always loved cooking and meeting people and I’m really looking forward to it”
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Blackpool South MP Chris Webb urges Fylde coast to bid for Places of Worship Renewal Fund grants of up to £1m
“Faith communities across Blackpool bring our community together.”
Fylde coast businesses gear up for major RBN Network Meeting at Blackpool Football Club's Bloomfield Road
Everything you need to know about July’s meeting.
Wannabe Blackpool sparky inspires struggling teens with role at Evolution after overcoming difficult start
Warren Kashem always dreamed of becoming an electrician. But his chances of realising his ambitions looked to have hit a wall when his autism meant he struggled to attend mainstream school.
ELEVATE will bring together professional women from across Lancashire at The Wild Fox Distillery event
Launching on June 25 at The Wild Fox Distillery, ELEVATE will offer guests an evening of storytelling, conversation and connection in a welcoming, relaxed setting.
41 nostalgic scenes of Blackpool streets which capture a lifetime of change
These brilliant photos show Blackpool streets in days gone by.
All the major roadworks scheduled to start and continuing this week across Fylde
Check out what could hold up your journey over the coming days
Major doubts surround massive £15m 58-property development at Marton Moss as homes appear to be collapsing
“It is Marton Moss after all and the land there is flooded for several months of the year”
Police appeal for help to find 66-year-old man missing from Blackpool
“It is out of character for Peter to be missing and we are concerned for his welfare”
Grand party opening as state-of-the-art Ace Padel centre comes to St Annes
“We have been absolutely blown away by the enthusiasm in the area for the sport and the centre”
Family makes emotional plea for support as brave Theo, 5, faces battle against rare cancer
“Theo should be enjoying the simple joys of childhood – instead, he is facing the fight of his life”
Official response after rumours of woman and children being attacked at Blackpool railway station
“It is important that accurate information is shared and that unverified claims are not spread online”
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Plans revealed to replace empty Blackpool hotel with 4-storey apartment block
“The proposal seeks to deliver much needed homes”
Plans for Grade II listed church in Blackpool to become mental health centre
“The operational brief consists of creating a therapeutic environment that integrates the Grade II listed Shrine Church”
Family and friends honour beloved Blackpool animal-lover Bailey Lister at 'beautiful' funeral service
“It was a beautiful service.”
I'm so pleased with this AI scheme because the government knows when Blackpool succeeds, Britain succeeds
“I’m so pleased that the government has chosen Blackpool for this pilot.”
North West Air Ambulance seen landing at Memorial Park in Fleetwood
Witnesses saw it landing at Memorial Park
Here's why a waiter from Blackpool is celebrating following prestigious ceremony held in London
The competition was judged by some of the hospitality industry's most respected names