Shelagh Parkinson Local Democracy Reporter
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  • Blackpool
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Local democracy reporter based at the Blackpool Gazette.

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1871 Articles
about 1 month ago
blackpoolgazette.co.uk

Here is how residents can get VIP discounts at Blackpool's new Backlot Cinema and Diner

There are special memberships if you live in Blackpool

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about 1 month ago
lancs.live

5am takeaway plan binned in area plagued by crime and rowdy behaviour

"Street drinkers and youths looking for trouble have also been attracted to this area hoping to take advantage of the...

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about 1 month ago
lancs.live

Conservation area welcomed amid fear over crumbling derelict hotels

Following a visit to the area, Historic England said concerns included high levels of vacancy and underused buildings

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about 1 month ago
blackpoolgazette.co.uk

Blackpool Trading Standards to get tough on unscrupulous Botox and cosmetic practitioners

The council has received funding towards carrying out inspections

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about 1 month ago
blackpoolgazette.co.uk

Illegal vapes still on sale in Blackpool as Trading Standards teams ramp up enforcement

Stores which failed a test purchase operation have been revisited

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about 1 month ago
blackpoolgazette.co.uk

I think this is the best cinema in the UK says developer behind Blackpool's new Backlot Cinema an...

Cinema boasts state-of-the-art techology

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about 2 months ago
blackpoolgazette.co.uk

I'm a Blackpool hotelier and I hope new Conservation Area brings investment to North Prom buildin...

The area has many buildings considered 'at risk' by Historic England

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about 2 months ago
blackpoolgazette.co.uk

People urged to plant a tree to remember their loved ones as traditional memorial benches are now...

It is hoped the move will lead to more tree planting in the town

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about 2 months ago
blackpoolgazette.co.uk

'Another take-away open until 5am' is not wanted in high crime area say Blackpool police

Police data shows 39 per cent of crime is recorded between midnight and 7am.

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about 2 months ago
blackpoolgazette.co.uk

I hope Conservation Area brings investment says North Prom hotelier where buildings are 'at risk'

The area has many buildings considered 'at risk' by Historic England

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about 2 months ago
blackpoolgazette.co.uk

Taxi drivers battle to keep licences as meeting told of 'errors of judgement'

Councillors have to protect public safety by ensuring taxis are safe

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about 2 months ago
blackpoolgazette.co.uk

Blackpool Council warns 'beach could be lost' if £11m funding bid fails

More extreme weather conditions are damaging the beach

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