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Police would like to speak to this man in connection with a sexual assualt against a child in November.

Blackpool Police share image of man in connection with sexual assualt on a child

Yellow weather warning of wind in place across Lancashire on Saturday, December 9. Photo by Khamkéo Vilaysing on Unsplash

Yellow weather warning in place for Lancashire on Saturday

An inquest took place at Blackpool Town Hall and concluded that Andrew Hughes had an accidental death after he fell off his e-scooter.

E-scooter rider killed on the prom 'was not riding irresponsibly at all'

Lee Barr is wanted on recall to prison (Credit: Lancashire Police)

Man wanted on recall to prison has links to Leyland, Blackpool and Fleetwood

SimBar trio - Harvey Ross, Tom Farrell and Rob Bullen are the team behind the new golf simulation bar in Poulton.

Take a look inside new golf simulation bar SimBar

Do you recognise this man? Officers want to speak to him following a burglary at a hotel in Blackpool (Credit: Lancashire Police)

Man wanted by police following burglary at Skye Oceans Hotel

There will be a free New Year's Eve celebration event on Blackpool seafront. Photo: VisitBlackpool

Free family celebration on Blackpool seafront on New Year's Eve

Picture memories from two popular Blackpool schools through the years

43 amazing retro pictures Greenlands and Warbreck High Schools down the decades

The Mount Hotel after the fire

Residents raise concerns over future of Fleetwood's Mount Hotel pub

Aldi pay deal.

Aldi to give all Lancashire staff a January pay rise - here's how much

Left: a lorry overturned on the M6 at Juncton 34. Right: Traffic on the M61 leading up to junction 9. Both areas

Live Live blog: two separate closures on the motorways in Lancashire

Charlotte Dawson took to her Instagram story to open up about her current struggles. Images: @charlottedawsy on Instagram

Charlotte Dawson opens up about struggles as she asks for help

The Valiants Farm site in Out Rawcliffe

Valiants Farm given go ahead for public events despite police objections

News

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Retro

St Wulstans and St Edmunds school nativity, 2007

39 memories of Christmas Nativity plays in the 90s and 00s
These wonderful photos capture the timeless magic of school Nativity plays at Christmas.

Children signing "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" for their concert at Ashcroft Day Nursery, Whitegate Drive, Blackpool, 2002

31 adorable pics of Xmas Nativities at '90s & '00s Preston and Blackpool schools

A scene from October 1968

Moments in time capture Blackpool's bygone beach and promenade days

The first section few sections of Blackpool Tower were in place in this 1893 photo. It's foundation stone had been laid and construction was well-underway. Its familiar design was modelled on Eiffel Tower. The Mayor of Blackpool John Bickerstaffe had been to Paris and was so impressed he commissioned its construction

11 historic Blackpool Tower pictures which show its construction

Year 12 Chemistry class, 2003

24 throwback scenes which capture life at Baines High School

Lifestyle

Royle Estate Agents, Poulton-Le-Fylde

Period house in Albion Avenue bursting with character and charm

Susan Eve Estate Agency, Fylde Coast

Immaculate house for sale on Norbreck Road with 3 beds and landscaped gardens

The winning dessert.

The £15 Lancashire "showstopper" dessert everyone should get for Christmas

Alfie Boe believes Die Hard is a Christmas film and has teamed up with Disney + to prove it. Credit: Doug Peters/PA Wire

Alfie Boe teams up with Disney+ to prove that Die Hard IS a Christmas film

Blackpool FC

Blackpool claimed a 2-1 victory over Barnsley to progress in the EFL Trophy

Seasiders discover next opponents in EFL Trophy- full draw here
Blackpool will face Burton Albion in the last 16 of the EFL Trophy.

Blackpool will face Nottingham Forest in the FA Cup if they win their second round tie (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Further FA Cup detail released for if Seasiders progress to Forest tie

Blackpool are still without Shayne Lavery. The Northern Ireland striker is nursing a hamstring injury. (Photographer Andrew Kearns / CameraSport)

Blackpool v Carlisle United team news - as ten out and one doubt

CJ Hamilton (Photographer Dave Howarth / CameraSport)

Seasides secure the future of first team star with new contract

Leam Richardson is poised for a return to football management. The former Blackpool defender is 'on the brink' of the Rotherham United job. (Image: Getty Images)

Ex-Blackpool star set for return to management after 13 months out

More Blackpool FC

Jordan Rhodes scored a hat-trick in Blackpool's victory over Reading. One of his goals was a penalty, but one League One team hasn't had a spot-kick this term. (Image: Lee Parker/CameraSport)

League One 'most penalties awarded' table as one team still waiting

Blackpool vs Forest Green Rovers in the FA Cup was postponed. FGR owner Dale Vince has provided clarity on the situation. (Image: Getty Images)

Blackpool v Forest Green Rovers: Clarity provided after FA Cup chaos

Jordan Rhodes (Photographer Dave Howarth / CameraSport)

Seasiders CEO makes Rhodes admission as Huddersfield's recall window approaches

Sport

Chris Beech

​Coasters looking to avoid a cup upset against Nuneaton Borough
​AFC Fylde head coach Chris Beech will not be underestimating the challenge of Nuneaton Borough this weekend.

Kyle Joseph (Photographer Dave Howarth / CameraSport)

Critchley provides injury update ahead of Carlisle game

We've taken a look at who could feature for Blackpool against Carlisle United.

Predicted XI V Carlisle United: Multiple changes from the midweek test

Neil Harris is back in football management after his Gillingham sacking. He was unveiled as the new manager of Cambridge United on Wednesday. (Image: Getty Images)

Blackpool's opponents next week appoint League One play-off winner

Neil Critchley (Photographer Dave Howarth / CameraSport)

'We've not had an apology:' Critchley criticises treatment since cup decision

Traffic and Travel

Left: a lorry overturned on the M6 at Juncton 34. Right: Traffic on the M61 leading up to junction 9. Both areas

Two separate closures on the M6 and M61 in Lancashire cause delays

A drink-driver has been charged after a car crashed into a hedge near Preston (Credit: Lancs Road Police)

Woman caught three times over drink-drive limit after BMW crashes into hedge

Construction work on the A585 Windy Harbour to Skippool bypass. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard

New A585 Windy Harbour to Skippool bypass to open this month

Crime

A woman was attacked on Bispham Road

Woman attacked in attempted robbery outside funeral home

The man appeared at Preston Crown Court.

Violent thug misses out on jail sentence for assaulting 'vulnerable' woman

The man appeared at Preston Crown Court.

Paedophile caught in chatroom sting branded "dirty old man" by judge

Lancashire Police Dogs Unit calendar 2024

Adorable Lancashire Police Dogs charity calendar 2024 is now on sale

Joshua Hughes died in hospital after being punched outside a Lancaster nightclub.

Bouncer found not guilty of killing man he punched outside nightclub

Peter Swann, wanted for breaching his sex offenders’ notification requirements, has links Blackpool, Preston and the Fylde

Wanted sex offender, who also has links to Preston, could be in Blackpool

What's On

The cast of Irish crime drama Kin, which is on BBC iPlayer now. From left, Amanda Kinsella (Clare Dunne), Michael Kinsella (Charlie Cox), Eamon Cunningham (Ciaran Hinds), Frank Kinsella (Aidan Gillen) (Picture: BBC/Headline Pictures (Kin) Limited)

Irish crime drama Kin is all about the women

Big name musicals, pop acts and festivals are heading to Winter Gardens Blackpool in 2024

Ad Feature 2024 PREVIEW: Spectacular shows and concerts coming to Winter Gardens Blackpool

Peter Purves and Professor Andrew Ireland in the room where scenes for the Doctor Who missing episode recreation were filmed.

Doctor Who fans toast show’s 60th anniversary with former star

A Not So Silent Night at Lytham Hall which has been decorated for Christmas with musical themed rooms. Hall manager Peter Anthony with volunteer Linda Beddows.

22 pictures as Lytham Hall puts on a spectacular show of Christmas lights

Puzzles

Quick CrosswordTo test and hone your word skills

SudokuThe ultimate logic-based numbers game

WordwheelPit yourself against the clock with our simple anagram game

UK Trending

Aldi super six deal to return, with items starting at 15p.

Aldi: Christmas Super Six deals return starting at 15p

King Charles III will deliver his Christmas Day speech at 3pm.

King’s Speech 2023: What time and where can you watch

American football coach used disturbing 9/11 metaphor to inspire team

Quiz reveals your Christmas spending habits

Strictly Come Dancing 2023 Professional Dancers

12 things Behind the scenes at Strictly Come Dancing 2023

Hawick Youth and Gala Wanderers game saw rugby's first own goal. Picture: Elliot Jack/SWNS

Funny footage shows world's first own goal - in a rugby match

Homes and Gardens

Transform your conservatory into a cosy Christmas living space.

Sagars Conservatory Roof Insulation offers the solution for summer and winter
Transforming your conservatory into an additional room can give homeowners the scope to create much needed additional space this Christmas.

Entwistle Green - Blackpool Sales

Superb house for sale on Poulton Old Road with living space over three floors

Duncan Raistrick, Blackpool

Spectacular pictures of detached house in Division Lane with a 180ft long garden

Gary Hemming CEO of ABC Finance

Beating the slowing property market with savvy renovations

Tiger Sales & Lettings, Blackpool

Sensational semi-detached house for sale with a summer house and bar

People

Protesters call out sexism on a peaceful march through Blackpool town centre

I went to a women's rights march and got told to 'get back in the kitchen'
I joined in with a protest march through Blackpool town centre, which aimed to call out sexual harassment, rape and violence against women.

Proposals to turn this civil service office building into flats is due to go before Blackpool planners

Mexford House: flats project due to go before planners

Chaucer Community Primary School youngsters dressed as elves - and holding eleves - as part of a tribute to a much-loved member of staff

School 'elf run' in memory of much loved staff member

Mark Tyson, delivery driver at Wiltshire Farm Foods, wearing his knitted hat from a customer.

Hats off to dedicated delivery drivers: elderly customers spread festive joy wi...

Many of us get swept up in the festive spirit and succumb to the temptation of giving pets as gifts. Photo credit: Karsten Winegeart, Unsplash

A Paws Before Presents: navigating the delicate decision of gifting pets

Shopping

L to R Anne, Coleen, Linda, Tommy, Denise and Maureen Nolan at The Cliffs Hotel. Picture: Aaron Parfitt

The Nolan Sisters talk ‘honour’ of receiving blue plaque in Blackpool

Love Zoe Print by Jen Allen

Blackpool Drag Star teams with local artist to produce ‘fabulous’ art

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