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The fatal collision took place on the M55 yesterday.

Breaking Update on driver of lorry which killed pedestrian in M55 collision

Passengers across the North West are facing fewer train delays and cancellations after engineers introduced a new approach to maintaining Northern's Class 331 trains.

We’ve cut repair times and cancellations to make trains more reliable

Fylde Council has issued an update on the disused St Annes railway station platform as new work began recently.

Council update on disused railway station platform as work begins

There has been widespread anger at the constant digging of Kirkham's Market Square.

'Kirkham is under assault' - anger as Market Square is dug up again

The M55 was closed in both directions this morning after a crash in Broughton.

Lorry 'collides' with person on M55 causing major delays and closures

Puerto Rico, on Gran Canaria's southwest coast

Guaranteed sun and ‘no sunbed wars’ with all-inclusive deal from £209

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The M55 is closed in both directions this morning after a crash in Broughton.

Breaking Travel chaos as M55 is closed in both directions due to crash

LBT Motors' owners Liz and Tod have closed the business after 40 years to enjoy retirement.

We've run our MOT garage for 40 years, now it's time to say goodbye

Train operator Northern has reached a landmark agreement with the RMT union which will bring an end to the longest-running industrial dispute on the railway and pave the way for more reliable Sunday services across the North West, including routes serving Blackpool.

Major travel update on Northern Sunday services across Fylde coast

Ryanair passengers are being warned about a new airport rule coming into force on November 10.

Ryanair passengers warned as new airport rule starts tomorrow

Blackpool Travelodge (Credit: Fleurets)

Massive 124-room hotel with £747k annual income for sale for £10.95m

Disney World is a dream holiday destination for families

Mum saves £500 on Orlando attractions tickets with Black Friday deal

St Annes, Fylde coast

I went to St Annes to see the high street and I was left surprised

Works will be carried out between November 2 and November 12.

Are all of the major roadworks starting across Blackpool next week

Nicola Le Cornu from Poulton has been told that her Ryanair flight is not wheelchair accessible, which was booked as part of a package holiday.

My holiday is ruined because Ryanair say I can't get on the flight
“Disability should not mean fewer choices, reduced access or unequal treatment”
Tony Durkin

Most of the parks are right by a beach

February half-term holidays from £129 at a UK seaside park

Arsenal FC land at Blackpool Airport on the day of their clash with Fleetwood Town FC. Photo: Lucinda Herbert

European Champion football team to land at Blackpool Airport tonight

Families have the chance to see Santa in Lapland

‘Bucket-list trip’ to see Santa Claus and Northern Lights in Lapland

With the big draw being Disney World, Orlando, a city in central Florida, is home to more than a dozen theme parks

‘Best price I could find for Disney and Universal Studios tickets'

Motorists are being warned of overnight road closures on Princes Way next week to allow essential road marking works linked to the ongoing sea defence scheme at Anchorsholme.

Blackpool Council update on road closures amid sea defence works

These holidays have everything you need for a festive getaway

Family Christmas holidays from £179 with Santa visits and festive fun

These holidays have everything you need for a festive getaway

These Christmas family holidays with Santa and skating start at £129

Work will be happening along the prom from November 2 until November 9 at various locations

Here are 7 major roadworks starting across Blackpool next week

Take part in creative classes as part of your autumn holiday

These £99 grown-up UK getaways offer activities for adults

Photos taken by Dave Nelson show the Arsenal players boarding the aircraft following their shock loss to Fleetwood.

'Always great to welcome you back'- Airport thanks Arsenal for visit

Most of the parks are right by a beach

These £99 coastal breaks could cost just £4.13 a night each for six
That’s £99 for the accommodation, rather than each. With six people sharing a selected four-night break, a coastal escape could cost less per night than a takeaway coffee
Gareth Butterfield

Tenerife is a popular destination for winter sun

Last-minute cruise deals for Christmas markets and winter sun from £89

Holafly's digital eSIM arrives instantly by email or WhatsApp and can be installed with a QR code or through manual setup.

The holiday phone trick that works after your data plan ends

Parkdean’s Celebrity Weekenders

Parkdean Resorts' Celebrity Weekender features 90s pop favourites

Deals site Wowcher and Jet2CityBreaks have deals on trips to Christmas markets in Europe

Trips to gorgeous European Christmas markets under £100

The ATX Luggage 21-inch hard-shell cabin suitcase has a 33-litre capacity, four dual spinner wheels and a built-in three-digit lock.

This ATX cabin suitcase is now £25, saving almost £10

Arsenal FC land at Blackpool Airport on the day of their clash with Fleetwood Town FC. Photo: Lucinda Herbert

Premier League champions Arsenal land at Blackpool Airport for EFL Cup

Fleetwood host Arsenal tonight.

Cup-fever in Fleetwood ahead of historic tie against Arsenal

A bird’s-eye view of Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa reveals its impressive setting, surrounded by sweeping fairways and beautifully landscaped grounds.

I checked into a hotel fit for Taylor Swift

Blackpool Airport was one of the first aviation sites in the UK, with a history dating back to 1909. Just a few years after the first powered flight in the States, passengers were being flown over the Fylde Coast. Maximum speed then was just over 40mph and a 30-mile flight was considered long distance, but this was the first place in the UK where non-aviators could take to the air as passengers

'Thank you' - Blackpool Airport looks back on busy year

This black expandable cabin backpack has 24-30L of storage, a padded laptop compartment and a suitcase-style opening.

This expandable Ryanair cabin bag is now less than £17

Blackpool’s tram network is back up and running.

Important Blackpool Transport update on tram network reopening

Blackpool’s tram services are facing continued disruption on Monday, October 26, after severe weather caused damage to the tramway.

Update on Blackpool bus and tram services amid damage and disruption

Train services between Blackpool North and Manchester Airport are being disrupted on Monday, October 26, following damage to overhead electric wires between Preston and Bolton.

Breaking Travel chaos amid mass train cancellations on busy Manchester line

Many of the illumination tableauxs took a battering last night, with strong gusts damaging part of the Open Sesame light.

Damaged illuminations & fallen trees - Storm Boelo damages Fylde coast

Blackpool Airport has congratulated a member of its air traffic control team after he qualified as an Air Traffic Services Assistant (ATSA), marking an important milestone towards his ambition of becoming an air traffic controller.

Blackpool Airport praises staff member with air traffic career dreams

Blackpool Transport has resumed services on its tramway after severe weather forced the operator to shut down routes yesterday.

Major Blackpool Transport update on suspended tram and bus networks

Family holidays for less than £100? You'd be surprised how many options there are

Four nights away for six people for £99? These seaside breaks deliver

A rolling closure at the junction forms part of the wider gas mains replacement programme around Newton Drive. Scheduled until October 30.

All of the major Blackpool roadworks starting & continuing next week

New proposals have emerged for a designated motorhome park on the Blackpool Central site, with those backing the plans saying it would provide a ‘massive boost’ for the town’s tourism.

Plans for motorhome park on site earmarked for new 20,000-seater arena

Blackpool Transport has suspended its tramway until further notice and is diverting bus services away from the promenade due to severe weather.

Breaking Major transport update on tram and bus services amid weather warning

The Taygeer 40 x 30 x 20cm cabin backpack includes a separate shoe pouch, wet pocket and multiple storage compartments.

This bestselling Ryanair cabin backpack is now £16.99

Autumn is a great time for a getaway

Parkdean’s £99 beach breaks work out at £4.13 per person a night

The black 20-litre cabin backpack features multiple storage compartments

This £9.99 cabin backpack impressed a four-day holidaymaker

Fancy a last-minute break by the seaside? You just need to book a bargain break before they sell out

Three last-minute half-term holidays for £99 - and right by the beach

The black ATX Luggage 21-inch cabin suitcase has a 44-litre capacity, four double spinner wheels and a built-in TSA-approved lock.

This roomy ATX cabin suitcase is now £24 on Amazon

Western Train, an illuminated twin-car vehicle based on a Santa Fe train, is set to prove a top attraction during Blackpool’s Lightpool festival.

Two beloved heritage trams to take centre stage at Lightpool Festival

n e-Sim from Holafly has been named the best value when compared with rivals on a similar trip

Cheapest travel eSIM named in seven-provider comparison study

The LOVEVOOK 24-litre cabin backpack measures 40 x 30 x 20cm and features multiple compartments for travel essentials.

This stylish LOVEVOOK cabin backpack is now £19.98

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