UPDATE: Lanes reopened following earlier closure on Eastbound M55
All lanes on the M55 have been reopened following an earlier lane closure on the Eastbound carriageway.The lane was closed at lunchtime today (13 December) after a vehicle breakdown.The breakdown...
View Article10 Christmas money saving tips
Debt charity, Christians Against Poverty, has launched a list of tried-and-tested ways to avoid festive financial meltdown.Do you have any top money saving tips? Let us know...
View ArticleFire crews called to bin blaze in Fleetwood
Two fire engines from Fleetwood responded to calls of a fire at a property on Auguton Street in Fleetwood yesterday morning (13 December).When firefighters arrived at the property at around 5am they...
View ArticleMake it your mission to help children this Christmas
Booths supermarket is supporting an annual toy appeal organised by Cash for Kids children's charity.Mission Christmas encourages supporters to buy just one more children’s gift, and donate it at...
View ArticleFormer X Factor star guilty of drink-driving
An X Factor star was more than twice the drink drive limit when he drove away from a gig.A court heard how Aiden Grimshaw, 26, who reached the live finals of the 2010 show had been performing at a golf...
View ArticleTeenage motorcyclist injured in hit and run
A teenage motorcyclist has been taken to hospital this evening following a hit and run collision.The 17-year-old is said to have suffered a broken leg and arm in the incident on Trunnah Road,...
View ArticleCHILD ABUSER JAILED: Over Wyre man found guilty of rape and indecent assault
An Over Wyre man has been sentenced to more than 16 years in prison for a catalogue of sexual offences including the rape and indecent assault of children.Following an eight-day trial at Preston Crown...
View ArticleColumn: Our unkempt guest at Christmas
I was brought up in Liverpool and at Christmas time my parents invited someone interesting for Christmas dinner.They were usually individuals who would have been on their own and seemed glad to join in...
View ArticleBlackpool: From the courts - 15/12/16
Here is a round-up of some of the cases at Blackpool Magistrates Court.Francis Mulligan, 40, assaultA police officer will have to endure months of medical treatment to prevent infection after a...
View ArticleBlackpool, Wyre and The Fylde 2016 league tables: How does your school fare?
As the Government publishes the annual primary school performance tables, schools across Blackpool, Wyre and The Fylde are celebrating.Despite the controversy surrounding last May’s Key Stage Two tests...
View ArticleGifts galore as parents step in
Parents have donated more than 50 children’s gifts to Poppy and Jacks nursery as part of the Gazette’s Give a Gift appeal.This generosity, along with the donation of “hundreds of pounds worth” of toys...
View ArticleUsurped by lady with an S
What is in a name, after all? Unless, like some poor unfortunate in Germany, your parents named you Hitler Mussolini. Ouch.In reality I believe the name you are stuck with does have a massive influence...
View ArticleAdvice on how to deal with ‘winter vomiting bug’ as cases expected to rise
The winter vomiting bug also know as norovirus, is one of the most common stomach bugs in the UK and is particularly common at this time of year - but do you know what to do if you or a loved one...
View ArticlePCSO Linda’s 20 years of help to refuge cause
Popular Fleetwood PCSO Linda Stackhouse is celebrating her 20th year in running an appeal which helps women and children in need.The Wish Tree Appeal provides some well-needed Christmas cheer to mums...
View ArticleStreet theatre bonanza as Showzam! eyes big return
One of Blackpool’s most colourful and vibrant festivals is set to return in the new year.Showzam! will be back for four days starting on February 11.Organisers say visitors to next year’s festival will...
View ArticleBlackpool: From the courts - 16/12/16
Here is a round-up of some of the cases at Blackpool Magistrates Court.Ian McDuff, 51, theftA man who grinned at a security camera as he robbed the dying of vital funds has admitted his crime.Ian...
View ArticleIt's 'Mad Friday' and ambulance service issues plea to think before you dial 999
In recent months the ambulance service has received calls for a banged knee, a hurt ankle and a lump on a bottom. They are now issuing a plea for people to think before they dial 999.North West...
View ArticleREVEALED: Blackpool Police release most wanted Christmas list
Police in Blackpool have drawn up a Christmas list of wanted people they are trying to trace this festive period.Officers have released the details of 10 of their most wanted faces and are asking the...
View ArticleWhere are the best micropubs?
Micropubs are an upcoming craze at the moment. Where are the best micropubs in your area?Lets us know by commenting here.Readers have already suggested:D Owd Inn, ChorleyShepherds' Hall Ale House,...
View ArticleWrestling stars will face off in Ballroom
Some of the top wrestlers are coming to Blackpool to compete to be named the first ever ‘United Kingdom Champion’.The announcement was made by World Wrestling Entertainment’s Executive Vice President...
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