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Two fire engines sent to Blackpool area after sudden house fire at residental property
Fire crews tackled a domestic blaze on Highfield Road after being called out mid-morning, remaining at the scene for around an hour and a half.
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Proposals for children’s home recommended for approval despite concerns
Proposals to set up a small children’s care home in an Over Wyre village have raised concerns from neighbours – but the scheme has been recommended for approval.
How Blackpool looked in the early 1960s through 51 amazing old pictures
How amazing are these pictures? They are straight from the 1960s
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Tear and holes in historic 19th century Lytham Hall painting fixed as part of £3,600 restoration
Lytham Town Trust has donated £3,600 to Lytham Hall to ensure a classic artwork looks its best on display at the Grade I-listed Georgian mansion.
Watch as EastEnders star Cheryl Fergison visits Trinity Hospice's Cleveleys superstore for major anniversary
EastEnders star Cheryl Fergison has visited Trinity Hospice’s Cleveleys store to celebrate a major anniversary.
'As a Blackpool mum with alcohol issues I worry about asking for help for fear I'll lose my children'
Some women struggling with alcohol issues in Blackpool have avoided getting help because they feared they might lose their children if they admitted having a drink problem.
Blackpool's Kincraig Primary School nursery praised after earning national Millie's Mark award
A Blackpool nursery has received national recognition for going “above and beyond” in paediatric first aid training.
Plans for two-storey Hambleton holiday accommodation to go before planners tomorrow
Proposals to build new holiday accommodation in an Over Wyre village are all set to get a decision from planners.
Dogs banned from St Annes beach by Fylde Council - everything you need to know
The annual seasonal ban on dogs on a section of the beach at St Annes beach comes into force on Good Friday - and runs until September 30.
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Blackpool finance company founded in 1994 bought by one of UK's top accountancy businesses
A Blackpool insolvency firm which was founded in the town 32 years ago has been bought by one of the UK’s top accountancy firms.
Lancashire Police investigate allegations of sexual assault at Blackpool primary school
A police investigation is underway at a Blackpool primary school after it was alleged a pupil was sexually assaulted.
'Seaside Specials' is a history of railway excursions - the life blood of Blackpool tourism for 150 years
Railway excursions were the lifeblood of Blackpool’s holiday trade for almost 150 years. Now, a new book Seaside Specials, produced by Blackpool and Fylde Rail Users’ Association provides an evocative reminder of the excursions from the industrial hinterlands of Lancashire, Yorkshire and Scotlan...
International jewellery brand opens brand new and expanded store in Blackpool's Houndshill Shopping Centre
Jewellery retailer Pandora has opened a new and expanded store in Houndshill Shopping Centre.
Improvements continue across Lytham as council completes key street upgrades
Lancashire County Council is continuing its Clifton Street improvements in Lytham this week with works focused on removing old posts and sockets and reinstating block paving.
'This mural is a labour of love for my hometown' - new market artwork is homage to Fleetwood
A striking new mural celebrating Fleetwood’s rich heritage has been completed at Fleetwood Market.
Fleetwood tram track upgrade works to resume following Easter holiday
Upgrade works on tram tracks in Fleetwood are set to resume following the Easter holiday.
Blackpool’s beaches secured with £17.7m coastal defence investment
Blackpool’s iconic beaches are set to be safeguarded for future generations, thanks £17mil Government investment in the Blackpool Beach Management scheme.
19 amazing pictures from the reopening of Bonny Street Market in Blackpool
Popular Bonny Street Market reopened over the weekend, here are 19 amazing pictures of all the stalls you can find.
Blackpool man guilty of historic child sex offences in Wakefield after victim speaks out decades later
A Blackpool man has been convicted of a series of historic sexual offences against a child dating back to the 1980s.
Fleetwood landfill operators Transwaste issue update on work to tackle vile odour issue
Permanent capping has begun to seal the cell at the centre of foul odours that have plagued Fleetwood.