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These are the faces of Lancashire criminals who were jailed this week
All have faced justice for their crimes
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Fylde Coast resident claims she could see dramatic fall in house price if wind farm plans go ahead
Fylde
"It'll disrupt a lot of people's lives and a lot of people's livelihoods, it's heartbreaking."
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Urgent police 'do not approach' 999 alert issued over wanted teen
Preston
Dylan Scanlan is wanted in connection with an investigation into an assault causing actual bodily harm and has links to Preston
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"One man at 3am was caught looking right at the camera while he was doing it"
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The charming coastal town on the edge of Lancashire with an amazing tea room
Morecambe Bay
This town feels like stepping back in time thanks to its gorgeous Victorian and Edwardian features
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Horror crash leaves family-of-11 from Lancashire injured after tourist buses collide in Turkey
Blackpool
One member of the family - a 53-year-old man - has been left fighting for his life
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AI futuristic images show Blackpool coastline could have '3D coral reefs' by 2074
Blackpool
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People 'banned' from mowing lawns until date in July after warning from experts
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Channel 4 Naked Attraction 'in talks' to become live theatre show
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Sadness as Fleetwood's Tram Sunday cancelled for second year in a row
Fleetwood
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Premier League
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Lancashire Bank Holiday weekend forecast as Met Office issues rain update
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After a wet and grey start to the weekend, sunshine and warmer temperatures are on the way
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M6 service stations tested and ranked - our least favourite might surprise you
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As much as we might try to avoid them we all occasionally have to stop at motorway services
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Lytham St Annes
"The carpet, filled with sand, and mismatched windows added to the lacklustre ambiance"
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'I hated being a Blackpool bouncer – now I’m a bare-knuckle boxing world champion at 45'
Blackpool
"I hated it, I can’t think of anything worse. In Blackpool, it’s all stag dos and people on holiday."
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The Lancashire areas where people don't bother paying their fly-tipping fines
Environment
Council bosses say they take illegal rubbish dumping seriously and people can end up in court if the fines are not paid
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Preston
28 pictures from when BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend and Rihanna came to Preston in 2007
Rihanna, the Gossip, Mark Ronson, MIA, Kaiser Chiefs and Scissor Sisters all played
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Huge £73 million transformation of Promenade to start in 'days'
Southport
Demolition work of the Southport Theatre is set to get underway with the Marine Lake Events Centre taking its place
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Drivers warned of four weeks of delays near Royal Preston Hospital as crossing upgrade works begin
Preston
Temporary traffic lights are being installed on Sharoe Green Lane while two bus stops near the crossing are being relocated
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Dad-of-three drawn into EncroChat drug gang 'out of loyalty to his brother'
West Lancs
Mark Beeby "became more actively involved" in the illicit business following his sibling's arrest and as he sought to lay low
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Conservative candidate faces jail after being found guilty of electoral fraud
Hyndburn
Mohammed Navid Afzal was convicted by a jury at Preston Crown Court following a five-day trial
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The Lancashire schools getting more cash for breakfast clubs than others
Preston
Some schools did not apply for the extra funding
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Preston
Rate My Takeaway's Danny Malin tries what could be 'the cheapest fish and chips in the UK'
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Asda, Tesco and Waitrose issue food recall alerts due to blue cloth, plastic and metal risks
Asda
Shoppers are advised not to eat the affected products and instead return them to their nearest store to receive a full refund
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Madchester music icons heading to Darwen to celebrate trainer legend's legacy
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Darwen-born Gary Aspden has been responsible for bringing big stars to his hometown through his adidas Spezial range
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Blackpool
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Gavin and Stacey to return for last ever episode on Christmas Day
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Greggs axes popular steak bake and customers fume 'don't do this to us'
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Weather maps turn orange as UK set for 20C mini-heatwave next week
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WX Charts and Netweather show sunny conditions for much of the country on May 9 and 10 with mini-heatwave conditions possible
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Blackpool
Inside Blackpool's most showbiz church funded by stars of stage and screen
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Dominant town centre shop set to be plastered with advertising banners
Blackpool
If approved, it would see the former Blackpool BHS building, now mainly occupied by B&M Bargains, display the banners
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Britain's Got Talent pulled from schedules in ITV shake-up to avoid Eurovision clash
ITV
Channel bosses are 'cancelling' the hit show to avoid a ratings clash with the Eurovision Song Contest
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Plans are unveiled for new seaside homes in Blackpool
Blackpool Council
The flats would replace a huge warehouse
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'Immature' driver jailed for collision which killed loving dad on country road
Ribble Valley
'Nick was a loving husband, father, son and friend to many within the local community'
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Labour win Lancashire Police and Crime Commissioner race by huge majority
Lancashire
Labour's Clive Grunshaw has won the election to be Lancashire’s Police and Crime Commissioner returning to the job he lost three years ago.
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New driving laws coming into force in May 2024 - including car insurance and e-scooters
Traffic and Travel
They will mark a significant shake-up in road regulations depending on where you are driving
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Lidl plans to open hundreds of new UK stores including 22 across Lancashire
Lidl
Lidl has unveiled plans to create thousands of new jobs and revealed a 'wishlist' of locations for new stores
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New insects and pests warning issued for area of Lancashire
Environment
Residents are being reminded of the pest control service and how much it costs
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Daughter's hidden talent was exposed on Channel 4 show after advice from parents
Southport
Brooke Shotton was convinced to apply for Channel 4 show The Piano, hosted by Claudia Winkleman, which sees talented pianists across the country perform in UK train stations
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Couple raffling off house for £1 say prize could be 'life-changing'
Skelmersdale
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Accrington
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"I live near this pub and it’s such a shame it’s being left to rot its a wonderful building so sad"
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Diana Brown was returning from a visit with her daughter and granddaughters when she was killed in a crash on the A586
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"Everyone is parking all over the place and there’s so much noise
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Accrington News
Hyndburn
Hyndburn Conservative candidate faces jail after being found guilty of electoral fraud
Mohammed Navid Afzal was convicted by a jury at Preston Crown Court following a five-day trial
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Cocaine empire comes crashing down after runner caught with wraps stuffed down his trousers
Accrington
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Accrington's Studio Retail faces more 'devastating' job losses in shake-up
Accrington
Trade union Usdaw said the proposed changes could have a significant impact on staff at the site
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New sighting in Tesco of wanted man as police issue 'do not approach' warning
Preston
Police said members of the public should 'remain vigilant' and call 999 if they see Shaun Paul Smith
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Police appeal launched to identify woman after Accrington assault
Accrington
Police say the woman in the CCTV may be able to help officers with their enquiries
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Blackburn News
Blackburn
Lancashire bakery set to expand and create more jobs by moving into old mill
The firm wants to move locations
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Light fitting at iconic pub almost falls onto busy pavement
Blackburn
The Adelphi pub closed in 2022 and is due to be converted into a restaurant and flats
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Drivers warned 'expect delays' as week-long works announced on key East Lancashire route
Rossendale
Lancashire County Council said more highways works are being carried out on Grane Road/Elton Road between May 15 and May 22
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Issa brothers' Asda pushes debt worries into next decade after £3.2bn deal
Asda
The supermarket giant said the refinancing deal has postponed the majority of its maturities past 2030
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Homes to be demolished on old Lancashire council housing estate
Property
A social housing provider is set to knock down the properties
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Blackpool News
Blackpool
AI futuristic images show Blackpool coastline could have '3D coral reefs' by 2074
A study by Ocean Science & Technology has now revealed AI-generated imagery of Blackpool with big changes potentially afoot
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Blackpool bouncer who 'hated' job becomes bare-knuckle boxing world champion at 45
Blackpool
"I hated it, I can’t think of anything worse. In Blackpool, it’s all stag dos and people on holiday."
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Horror crash leaves family-of-11 from Blackpool injured after tourist buses collide in Turkey
Blackpool
One member of the family - a 53-year-old man - has been left fighting for his life
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Dominant town centre shop set to be plastered with advertising banners
Blackpool
If approved, it would see the former Blackpool BHS building, now mainly occupied by B&M Bargains, display the banners
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Plans are unveiled for new seaside homes in Blackpool
Blackpool Council
The flats would replace a huge warehouse
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Burnley News
Burnley
Upstairs of historic town centre pub to be turned into bed sits
The ground floor of the Old Red Lion Hotel has already been converted into the Real Coffee Bean shop
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All the Lancashire local election results 2024 in full borough-by-borough
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The first result is expected at 2.30am
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Local election results 2024 for Burnley in full
Burnley Council
Burnley Borough Council had been in control of a 'Co-operative Alliance'
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Bacup man charged with tragedy chanting during Man United v Burnley match
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Nathan Rawlinson, 44, of Bacup, has been charged with Section 5 of the Public Order Act 1986 and has since been bailed
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Burnley's fractious politics will be on full show at local elections on May 2
Burnley
Voters will go to the polls next month
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Lancaster News
Lancashire Constabulary
Hunt continues for man wanted in connection with strangulation, voyeurism and assault
Kristian Hill has links to Lancaster, Morecambe and Chorley
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£765k help for Lancaster Supaskips fire as ‘questions are asked about Environment Agency’
Lancaster
Talks had been under way with agencies and government representatives to consider who will ultimately meet the costs
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Asda petrol station gets 24-hour booze go-ahead - but hot food after 10pm is a no-no
Lancaster
Euro Garages now has permission for late-night refreshment and alcohol sales 24-hours-a-day, both for seven days a week
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'Machete attack' victim hunted by police after fleeing with serious injuries
Lancaster
Police are concerned about Alex McKenzie's welfare as he could need medical help as a result of the injuries suffered in the assault
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Fears grow for missing man 'least heard from on phone' six days ago
Lancaster
Nigel Redshaw was last seen in Lancaster and is believed to have travelled to the South Lakes area
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Morecambe News
The Radford Family
Sue Radford supported by fans after grandchild undergoes hospital blood tests
The 22 Kids and Counting star has shared an update with fans in a new video
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CCTV appeal after electric bike stolen in Morecambe burglary
Morecambe
The electric bike was stolen from a secure bike shed on Matthias Court
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Noel Radford shows off epic garden makeover after devastating house move update
The Radford Family
The 22 Kids and Counting star had been "itching" to dismantle the "knackered" and "rotten" bar in the back garden for a while
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Morecambe Platform venue’s programme will grow under new business model
Lancaster City Council
A new group has been set up to secure funding to support The Platform
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Hunt continues for man wanted in connection with strangulation, voyeurism and assault
Lancashire Constabulary
Kristian Hill has links to Lancaster, Morecambe and Chorley
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Preston News
Preston
Urgent police 'do not approach' 999 alert issued over wanted teen
Dylan Scanlan is wanted in connection with an investigation into an assault causing actual bodily harm and has links to Preston
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Drivers warned of four weeks of delays near Royal Preston Hospital as crossing upgrade works begin
Preston
Temporary traffic lights are being installed on Sharoe Green Lane while two bus stops near the crossing are being relocated
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The Lancashire schools getting more cash for breakfast clubs than others
Preston
Some schools did not apply for the extra funding
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Popular YouTuber Rate My Takeaway visits Preston for the 'cheapest fish and chips in the UK'
Preston
Rate My Takeaway's Danny Malin tries what could be 'the cheapest fish and chips in the UK'
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Two men charged with attempted murder after victim stabbed near school
Preston
Daniel Herd and Richard Dimelow are due to appear at Preston Magistrates Court today
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Britain's Got Talent teacher lands golden buzzer with 'unique' voice that made Bruno 'forget'
Special needs teacher Taryn received a standing ovation from the audience and all four judges
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Preston
Dylan Scanlan is wanted in connection with an investigation into an assault causing actual bodily harm and has links to Preston
These are the faces of Lancashire criminals who were jailed this week
Courts
All have faced justice for their crimes
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Entertainment
"It would be amazing. If we can make it happen then we will."
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The 22 Kids and Counting star has shared an update with fans in a new video