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We’re being unfairly blamed for stink – it’s not just us – say landfill operators
The operators of the Fleetwood landfill site at the centre of thousands of complaints over stinking emissions say the site is playing ‘only a small role’ in the overall odour profile of the area.
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Nelson paedophile jailed for raping a girl and sexually assaulting another
A Nelson man has been jailed after raping and sexually assaulting two teenagers.
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Preston burglar jailed
A burglar who targeted a home in Preston has been jailed.
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Police conduct successful day of action in Accrington
Hyndburn Police were out again this week, continuing with Operation Rally, a dedicated day of intensified action to tackle the top concerns raised by local residents, visitors and businesses in the area.
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Family pays tribute to teenage boy who tragically died after going into river
The family of a teenage boy who died after getting into difficulty on the River Wyre in Garstang have paid a loving tribute to him.
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New leader and cabinet announced
The county council's new leader and cabinet have been announced at its full council meeting.
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Appeal after cyclist seriously injured in Barnoldswick collision
Police are appealing for witnesses and footage after a cyclist suffered serious injuries following a collision in Barnoldswick.
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Darwen shop fails underage knife sale
Officers from the Blackburn with Darwen Neighbourhood Team were joined by Trading Standards this week to conduct an underage sales operation.
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Burnley man jailed for killing football fan in Blackpool
A man has been jailed for five years after killing a football fan in Blackpool.
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Blackpool man jailed for life after murdering friend
A man has been jailed for life after murdering his friend in his Blackpool home, before stealing his property.
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Man found guilty of Blackpool murder
A man has today been found guilty of murder, after stabbing a man to death in Blackpool, before stealing items from his home.
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Tower block demolitions to begin
A new date has been set for the start of demolition work on three tower blocks on the outskirts of Preston city centre.
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New recovery hub to help tackle addiction opens in resort
People in Blackpool affected by addiction can now get help at a safe and dedicated space offering holistic support.
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Still hope for ambitious Masterplan vision for Fleetwood despite funding blow
Ambitious plans to revitalise Fleetwood are still in the pipeline despite missing out on a vital share of £1.5 billion of Government funding.
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Pensioner dies following Burnley collision
A pensioner has died following a collision in Burnley earlier this month.
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Construction begins on new Civil Service office building in Talbot Gateway
Construction has begun on a new office building for Ministry of Defence civil servants as part of Blackpool’s Talbot Gateway redevelopment.
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Burnley pitch invader given five-year banning order
A Burnley fan has been given a five-year banning order after invading the pitch.
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Preston leisure complex restaurant switch
Asian-inspired restaurant chain Wagamama is set to open an outlet in Preston’s Animate cinema and leisure complex, it has emerged.
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Arrest made after man suffers serious injuries in alleged assault
Police are investigating an assault which left a man with serious injuries over the weekend.
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Teenager dies after getting into difficulty in river near Garstang
A teenager has died after getting into difficulty in the river near Garstang.
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New film on Blackpool’s gay history to be screened in resort cinema
A former Blackpool woman has co-produced a documentary film which charts the rise of the resort’s drag and LGBTQ+ scene and it is to be screened in the town next month.
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Leyland politician set to take over as the leader of South Ribble Borough Council
A veteran Leyland politician is set to take over as the leader of South Ribble Borough Council – just weeks after losing his seat on another local authority on which he served.
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'Progressive Lancashire' joins forces to oppose Reform UK
The Green Party and a group of independent councillors have joined forces to become the official opposition to Reform UK on Lancashire County Council.
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AFC Fylde Community Foundation awarded £163k
Fylde Council has awarded £167,650 to AFC Fylde Community Foundation to continue delivering targeted employment and skills support across the borough, a major step in boosting local opportunities and preparing residents for the jobs of tomorrow.
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MP calls for government to invest in the 'left behind' town
An East Lancashire MP has called for the government to invest in the ‘left behind’ towns in his Rossendale and Darwen constituency.
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Cyclist seriously injured in Thornton-Cleveleys
A cyclist has been left seriously injured following a crash in Thornton-Cleveleys.
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Pleasure Beach Resort to introduce Non Rider eTickets following guest feedback
Pleasure Beach Resort in Blackpool is reintroducing Non-Rider eTickets for the first time in six years.
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New Mayor for Blackburn with Darwen installed
Long-serving Conservative Cllr Jacqueline Slater has been installed as the new Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen for 2025/26.
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New bins and recycling plan for Lancaster and Morecambe district
Weekly household food waste collections and changes to bins and recycling are being considered by Lancaster City Council.
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Two rescued after getting stuck in mud
Two people were rescued after getting stuck in mud last night.
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New mayoral teams on Fylde coast so proud to take up chains of office
The boroughs of Blackpool, Wyre and Fylde all have new mayoral teams who have now taken up the chains of office for the year ahead.
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Chorley shoplifter jailed for breaching Criminal Behaviour Order
A shoplifter from Chorley has been jailed for breaching a Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) preventing him from entering shops in the town.
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Kirkham prison governor jailed over relationship wth drug gang boss
A “rising star” prison governor has been jailed for nine years after having a relationship with a Liverpool drug gang boss, according to the North West Regional Organised Crime Unit (NWROCU).
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Registered sex offender jailed for possession of 'paedophile manual'
A registered sex offender has been sent to prison for possession of a 'paedophile manual' and breaching notification requirements under the Sexual Offences Act.
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Attracting big brand hotels is hurting our town, says hotelier
A leading Blackpool hotelier says problems with the over supply of holiday bed spaces in the town is being made worse by the council’s promotion of big new hotel brands in the town.
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‘They’re trying to get me to sell my farm’: Owner of Blackpool donkeys’ winter home
The owner of a farm which her family have worked on for over a century has blasted the council, claiming they are trying to ‘persuade’ her to sell up her land to make way for a huge development.
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Heritage trams to return for Blackpool’s Lightpool Festival
The famous heritage trams will return to Blackpool promenade this autumn.
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Man jailed after killing woman in fatal Nelson collision
A man has been jailed after killing a woman in a fatal collision in Nelson last year.
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£62,000 worth of illicit tobacco products seized during police action in Rossendale
Rossendale Police, in collaboration with partner agencies, conducted a successful day of action this week to address concerns raised by the local community.
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Blackpool, Wyre & Fylde beaches recognised with National Seaside Awards
A number of beaches around Blackpool and the Fylde coast have been recognised for their quality with national awards.
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Arrests made in investigation into moorland fire in Rivington area
Lancashire Police have provided an update on the moorland fire in the Rivington area earlier this week.
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Woman pedestrian dies after collision with car in Blackburn
Police are appealing for your help following a fatal collision in Blackburn yesterday afternoon.
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Preston shop given a year-long ban from selling tobacco and vapes
A Preston shop, trading under the name of PR1 Euro Mini Market, on Church Street, has been banned from selling any tobacco or vaping products for 12 months.
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Spanish Civil War memorial honours East Lancashire volunteers who fought fascism
East Lancashire men who volunteered to fight fascism in the 1930s Spanish Civil War have been honoured in a new memorial in Burnley.
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Concerns raised over reduction of Avanti West Coast’s train services to resort
A transport advisor on disability issues has raised concerns after hearing that services to London from Blackpool are to be reduced to just one train a day by operator Avanti.
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Council looking at compulsory purchase powers to help tackle poor housing
Blackpool Council is looking to press ahead with proposals to use compulsory purchase powers ‘as a last resort’ in its efforts to tackle poor housing and deprivation in the resort.
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12 arrested in Blackpool town centre crackdown
Blackpool Neighbourhood Police and Task Force teams joined forces with partners to crack down on crime in Blackpool town centre.
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Appeal after man seriously injured in Blackburn electric bike collision
Police are appealing for information after a collision in Blackburn left a man with serious injuries.
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Next leader of Lancashire County Council announced
The next leader of Lancashire County Council is set to be Cllr Stephen Atkinson.
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Stanley Chief Exec outlines ‘grim’ financial position
The chief executive of a cash strapped East Lancashire football club which last week closed its academy for aspiring young players has said its financial position is ‘grim’.
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Prison sentence for care worker who sexually assaulted a vulnerable woman
A care worker from Hyndburn has been jailed for sexually assaulting a vulnerable woman.
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Four members of East Lancs gang who smuggled drugs into prison jailed
Four members of an East Lancashire organised crime group who were responsible for smuggling drugs into a prison have been jailed for just over 18 years.
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Man spends hours on roof after escaping from police
A number of roads had to be closed in Blackpool, after a man escaped from police and climbed onto the roof of a building in the town centre.
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Woman charged with Blackpool attempted child abduction
A woman has been charged with attempting to abduct a baby in Blackpool town centre.
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New playground opened at special school
A new playground has opened at a thriving special school.
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'Smelly' landfill site falls within safety standards
A report has found that a landfill site falls within safety standards.
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Overnight resurfacing work in Blackpool this week
Resurfacing works will be carried out by highways workers in Blackpool this week.
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Man dies after two car crash in east Lancashire
A man in his 70s has died after a crash in East Lancashire.
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Blackpool home to some of the noisiest neighbours in UK
It seems some of the noisiest neighbours in the UK are in Blackpool.
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Preston event to focus on mental wellbeing
A free event in Preston is set to focus on mental wellbeing.
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New Fylde Mayoral Team Confirmed for 2025/26
A new Mayor has been elected in Fylde.
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Woman arrested over attempted abduction of baby in Blackpool
A woman has been arrested following an attempted abduction in Blackpool.
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Large cannabis farm uncovered in Freckleton
Police have uncovered a large cannabis farm at a property in Freckleton.
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Leadership of Lancashire County Council to be set
The leadership of the Reform UK group that has taken control of Lancashire County Council will be decided on Monday.
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Fire crews attend ‘church roof in flames’ to find out it was celebratory VE Day anniversary beacon
Fire crews were called to a church on Thursday night after reports that the roof was in flames.
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Wesham man given ten year sentence for fracturing toddler's skull
A violent thug who assaulted a young toddler and left him with a fractured skull has been jailed.
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New £100 million workspace opened in Blackpool
A new headquarters for more than 3,000 civil servants has opened in Blackpool, bringing more jobs to the area and boosting the local economy.
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Appeal after man seriously injured in Blackburn collision
Police are appealing for witnesses and footage after a man was seriously injured in a collision in Blackburn.
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Colne Market Hall revamp is ‘progressing well’, councillors told
The redevelopment of Colne Market Hall, which could include a new food hall, bar, arts and crafts, is progressing well, Pendle councillors are being told.
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Hospital staff shuttle bus scrapped
A free shuttle bus that ferries staff between the Royal Preston and Chorley and South Ribble hospitals is to be scrapped as part of a cost-cutting drive.
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Appeal after driver is seriously injured in Ingol collision
Lancashire Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after a man was seriously injured in a collision in Preston.
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Leaders call for Reform councillor to be removed after Hitler social media post
There have been cross-party calls for Reform UK to throw out one of their new Lancashire county councillors after he posted a picture of Hitler on his Facebook page.
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Expansion of Blackburn’s Making Rooms given approval
A £1.5million expansion to Blackburn’s thriving Making Rooms creative and technology hub can now begin after it was given planning approval.
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Fifteen arrested in week of action to tackle illegal ketamine use in Burnley and Padiham
Police have arrested 15 people during an operation to tackle the illegal supply of ketamine in Burnley and Padiham.
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New Tory opposition leader assesses defeat and Reform pledges
The defeat suffered by the Conservatives in last week’s Lancashire County Council elections was more a reflection of the national political mood than the result of discontent with local services, according to the new leader of the Tory group on the authority.
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Accrington Stanley announce closure of Academy
Accrington Stanley have announced the sudden closure of their Academy, due to current financial pressures the club faces.
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Appeal following fatal collision in Blackburn
Police are appealing for witnesses and footage following a fatal collision in Blackburn earlier this year.
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Man found guilty of killing football fan outside a Blackpool pub
A man has been found guilty of killing a football fan in Blackpool.
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VE Day commemorations across Blackburn with Darwen
Thursday 8 May 2025 marks the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day – the historic date in 1945 when World War II ended in Europe.
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Blackpool celebrates VE Day 80th anniversary
Blackpool is preparing a series of events as the town joins the rest of the nation to celebrate the anniversary of VE Day next week.
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Preston to mark VE Day and VJ Day with special events
Preston City Council will proudly mark both VE Day and VJ Day in 2025 with a series of commemorative events in the city centre, following requests from local veterans and community members.
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Third major project to replace traffic lights in Preston is set to begin in May
The third stage of a scheme to replace traffic lights at key junctions in Preston is set to begin over the weekend.
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Reform UK to elect new leader of Lancashire County Council this weekend
The Reform UK group that now controls Lancashire County Council will elect a leader this Saturday, the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS) can reveal.
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Appeal after man dies following a collision in Lytham
A pensioner has died following a collision in Lytham over the weekend.
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Reform UK candidates ‘nervous, but excited’
Two of Reform UK’s victorious candidates in the Lancashire County Council elections have admitted to being shocked to find themselves as part of the group that will now take charge of the authority.
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Fylde Council to introduce Electric Vehicles to fleet
Fylde Council has approved the introduction of two fully electric vehicles to its operational fleet.
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Two hurt in Leyland collision
Two pedestrians were hit by a car on a busy road in Leyland yesterday afternoon.
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Plans for new hi-tech phoneboxes
A telecoms firm wants to install six new hi-tech payphone kiosks in Blackburn and Darwen.
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New roads named after Blackpool’s aviation history
Two new roads at a major Blackpool business park expansion have been named by local school children.
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Man jailed after approaching schoolgirls in Blackpool
A man has been jailed after approaching schoolgirls and making sexualised comments in Blackpool, in 2023.
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Man jailed for life after Burnley Rape
A man has been jailed for life following the rape of a woman in Burnley.
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Reform UK set to take control of Lancashire County Council
Reform UK is set to take control of Lancashire County Council following the local elections.
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Tributes paid to man who died in St Annes collision
A tribute has been paid to a man who ‘had his whole life ahead of him’, who died in a collision in St Annes last week.
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Derelict building in Preston city centre to be demolished
A derelict building in Preston city centre is to be demolished.
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Two charged following shop thefts in Rawtenstall
Police have charged two people following a string of shop thefts in Rawtenstall.
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Three jailed for spate of Chorley burglaries
Three burglars who targeted homes across Chorley have been jailed for a total of 10 years.
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Drink driver who serious injured pedestrian on Blackpool promenade jailed
A man who mowed down and seriously injured a pedestrian on Blackpool prom has been jailed.
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Two charged after fatal collision in Bamber Bridge
Two people have been charged as part of an ongoing investigation into a collision in Bamber Bridge which left a baby boy dead and his mother seriously injured.
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Prestigious presentation at Lancaster Castle will honour BEM recipients
On Friday, the historic setting of Lancaster Castle will host a prestigious Honours ceremony.
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Improvement works begin at Serpentine Lake in Moor Park
Work has officially commenced on the Serpentine Lake at Moor Park.
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Details announced about Burnley FC’s promotion parade
Burnley Football Club will mark their return to the Premier League during a civic celebration next week.
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Details revealed for Hyndburn’s Huncoat relief road
Details have been revealed of the £6.8million new relief road key to one of East Lancashire’s biggest ever housing developments which will come with its own orchard.
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Two arrested after drug warrant on Fleetwood property
Two arrests have been made following a drugs raid on a property in Fleetwood.
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Man jailed following sexual assault at Hyndburn leisure centre
A man has been jailed for engaging in sexual activity with a person with a mental disorder impeding choice.
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Appeal to find family and friends of man found dead in Preston
Lancashire Police are looking to trace the family and friends of a man who was very sadly found dead in Preston last week.
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Only Fools & Horses musical to continue after opening night abandoned following medical incident
Bosses at Blackpool’s Winter Gardens say the performance of the Only Fools & Horses musical will continue after the opening night was abandoned following a medical incident.
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Blackburn’s ‘Margo Towers’ to become a church
The ground floor of the prominent and distinctive Blackburn apartment complex dubbed ‘Margo Towers’ is now to become a church.
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Decision made on demolition of old Fleetwood docks buildings after roosting bats report
Planners have run the rule over proposals to demolish three old dockside buildings in Fleetwood – but the possibility of roosting bats have had to be taken into consideration.
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Preston snooker club plan approved
A former social club in Preston is to be turned into a snooker hall after planners ruled the sport was sufficiently quiet for the residential street where it will now be played.
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Large cannabis grow discovered in Preston
Police are investigating following the discovery of a large cannabis grow in Preston.
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New Business Centre named after influential 1930s architect
The renovation of Stanley Buildings in Blackpool town centre is nearing completion, transforming previously disused space into a contemporary business centre to be named ‘The Robinson’.
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Liggard Brook improvement works to begin
Work to enhance the ecological health of Liggard Brook in Lytham will commence next week.
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Teenager arrested after high speed pursuit on M6 and M65
A 17-year-old was arrested after a 135mph pursuit along the M6 and M65.
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Neighbourhood policing team conduct successful day of action in Bacup
Rossendale Police, alongside partner agencies, were out this week, where they conducted a successful day of action to address pressing community concerns.
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Man jailed for assaulting a woman in Blackpool
A man has been jailed for assaulting a woman in Blackpool.
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Lancashire to commemorate 80th anniversary of VE Day with a special service
A service will be held in Blackburn next month to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day.
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Appeal after man dies in Lytham collision
Police are appealing for witnesses after a man died following a collision in Lytham last night.
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Suspected arson attack destroys derelict church building in Thornton
Police are investigating a suspected arson attack that destroyed a derelict church building in Thornton.
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Preston live music venue to reopen following almost decade long closure
One of Preston’s favourite live music venues, 53 Degrees, is set to make a triumphant return in August after nearly a decade of closure.
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Blackburn with Darwen children’s services rated as good in latest inspection
Government inspectors who three years ago downgraded Blackburn with Darwen Council’s children’s services department to ‘requires improvement’ have restored it to a ‘good’ rating.
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Blackburn man who drugged and sexually assaulted schoolgirl jailed for 17 years
A 44-year-old man who groomed a schoolgirl on Snapchat before drugging and then engaging her in sexual activity has been jailed for 17 years.
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Tattoo Hygiene Rating Scheme helps residents to make informed choices
To help residents make informed choices when getting a tattoo, Blackpool Council introduced their Tattoo Hygiene Rating Scheme.
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Potato takeaway expansion planned
Preston’s famous hot potato tram could be in line for its biggest facelift in the 70 years since it was established, as its current social media-star operators plan a huge overhaul.
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Bomb squad attend incident at Rivington after suspected grenades discovered
Police attended incident at Rivington this morning after suspected grenades were discovered.
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Chorley stem cell donor who saved a stranger’s life urges others to join the register
A Chorley man who saved a stranger’s life by donating stem cells, and is calling on others to sign up to do the same.
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Who deserves highlighting in a Nelson history trail, murals or statue?
Nelson could potentially have new town centre murals, plaques, a history trail or even a statue highlighting its heritage and people, in small art or community projects linked to the £25million Nelson Town Deal.
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Plans revealed for new rides at South Pier
Proposals have been revealed to install two new fairground rides on Blackpool Promenade.
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£4m to be spent on Blackpool bus service improvements
More than £4m of funding is set to be spent on improving bus services in Blackpool including upgrading shelters.
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Blackburn’s homeless pods back for next winter
Emergency accommodation for some of Blackburn with Darwen’s most vulnerable homeless people will be retained for next winter and town hall bosses will now look at a longer term provision.
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Blackpool business academies to continue for an additional year
Blackpool businesses can continue to receive free support thanks to an extension of existing funding.
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New car park branded a ‘tarmac desert’
A new town centre car park has been branded a ‘tarmac desert’ by a councillor who had called for the space to be transformed into a green space instead.
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Blackburn travellers camp fears
Town hall officials are monitoring a plot of land in Darwen after fears were raised it is being developed for an unauthorised travellers’ camp.
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Part of car park to close for King George’s Hall works
Half of a Blackburn town centre car park is to be shut for the duration of the £9million renovation of King George’s Hall.
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Man jailed for raping woman in Darwen
A man has been jailed for seven years for raping a woman in Darwen.
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Blackburn with Darwen Council given £3m funding boost
Blackburn with Darwen Council has been given another £2.786million of government Levelling Up grants.
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Work begins on new passenger terminal at Blackpool Airport
Work has begun to build a new passenger handling terminal at Blackpool Airport as the Squires Gate hub continues with its expansion plans.
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Motorcyclist dies after collision in Chorley
A motorcycle rider has died following a collision in Chorley.
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Man jailed for attempting to kill police officer at Preston station
A 54-year-old man has been jailed for 27 years for the attempted murder of a British Transport Police (BTP) Special Constable.
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Intensive day of action tackles community issues in Preston City Centre
Preston’s Neighbourhood Policing Team have been out and about over the last few days tackling issues raised by the local community.
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Get your green fingers on early bird tickets for Chorley Flower Show
Celebrating its 10-year anniversary, the Chorley Flower Show will return from Friday 25 to Sunday 27 July.
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Appeal for information after man stabbed in Accrington
Police are appealing for information after a man was stabbed in Accrington.
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Community Beach Hub Opens on St Annes Beach
A new Community Beach Hub has opened on St Annes Beach.
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Cricket pitch funding approved
Cricket is to make a return to Preston’s Moor Park later this summer – a year after vandals stopped play.
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The Parched Pea Podcast in the running for two national awards
A podcast lifting the lid on life in Preston and named after a Lancashire delicacy is up for two national awards.
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Man jailed after more than a decade of sexual abuse
A sexual predator from Blackburn has been jailed after more than a decade of abuse.
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Burnley cricket legend James Anderson to be knighted
Burnley’s James Anderson, England cricket’s record Test wicket taker, is to be given a knighthood for services to the sport.
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Chance for residents in Thornton to have say over how to improve green space
Residents in Thornton are being asked to have their say about how to improve a public open space.
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Angry exchanges in council over stinking landfill issue
There were angry exchanges at a Wyre Council’s full council meeting last night as emotions ran high during a discussion over the noxious, stinking landfill site which has been plaguing communities for over a year.
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Pensioner suffers serious injuries after dog walker attack in Penwortham
Police are asking for help after a man in his 70s was assaulted while walking his dog in Penwortham this week.
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Man found guilty of sexual offences against children in Rawtenstall
A man has been found guilty of sexual offences against children in Rawtenstall.
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Campaigners against Fleetwood landfill site to take protest into Wyre Council chamber
Protesters against the Fleetwood landfill site at the centre of noxious emissions across the area are to hold another demonstration – in the chamber of Wyre Council.
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Accrington and Rossendale College awarded a £1.5million grant to upgrade buildings
Accrington and Rossendale College has been awarded a £1.5million grant to invest in upgrading its college buildings.
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Covid delayed Blackburn housing development back on track
The £13million Covid-delayed second stage of a major Blackburn housing development is now back on the starting grid.
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Keep Blackpool Tidy campaign relaunched
Residents are being urged to make a pledge not to drop litter as Blackpool bids to keep its streets clean this summer.
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Demolition of old Fleetwood docks buildings awaits confirmation over roosting bats and birds
Plans to demolish dilapidated old fish-processing buildings on Fleetwood Docks will first have to wait to see if bats are present.
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East Lancashire household tips reopen
Five East Lancashire Household Waste Recycling Centres will this week be open as normal after closing over the weekend following unprecedented weekend demand during the recent good weather.
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Ambitious scheme to transform Poulton Masonic Hall lodged with planners
Ambitious plans to bring one of Poulton’s most distinctive buildings back to life have now been lodged with planners at Wyre.
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Blackburn’s outer circle buses to return
Blackburn’s outer circle bus route scrapped in 2016 will start to run again next month – with a new service to and from Ewood Park for midweek Rovers home games.
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RNLI safety warning for Easter Holidays ahead of Spring tides in the North West
As families head to the coast to enjoy the Easter school break, the RNLI has revealed the results of a survey which shows large gaps in tidal knowledge.
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For the best of things to do this Easter, check out Chorley
If you’re looking for some family friendly things to do over the Easter school holiday, then Chorley is the place to be.
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Company chosen to take charge of Blackpool Air Show
A company which has managed air shows around the world has been chosen to take charge of Blackpool Air Show now in its 115th year.
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Darwen town hall to close for £350,000 refurb
Darwen’s historic town hall is to close next month for several weeks for a £350,000 refurbishment.
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Man charged with sexually assaulting two underage girls in Burnley
Police in Burnley have charged a man with sexually assaulting two underage girls.
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Illegal cigarettes and vapes worth £25,000 seized in Burnley
Illegal cigarettes, tobacco and vapes worth £25,000 have been seized in Burnley.
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Night-time safety a priority say Lancashire Police
Lancashire Police will be conducting both high visibility and plain clothed patrols across the county’s pubs and clubs this Easter as part of its continued efforts to crack down on crime, including violence against women and girls.
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Planners approve controversial apartments scheme for Thornton
A controversial housing scheme in Thornton has been approved by Wyre’s planning committee – pending a key agreement.
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Preston pub plan scrapped
Part of a renovated building in Preston city centre is set to be converted into a takeaway and shop – after a plan to reopen it as a pub was abandoned.
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Lancashire Police seize 51 off road vehicles in crack down on anti-social behaviour
Lancashire Police seized 51 off road vehicles after successfully executing a multi-departmental operation across the county last weekend as part of Op Centurion.
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Planning concerns raised over proposed M&S store at Norcross
Ambitious plans to build a new M&S store at Norcross have created much interest – but concerns have been expressed this week about its effect on local trade as well as nearby roads.
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Holiday flats plan for site of famous store
The site of what was one of Blackpool’s most luxurious stores in its heyday is set for a new lease of life after proposals to transform the building were given the go ahead.
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Tramtown museum getting ready to re-open
Blackpool’s Tramtown museum is gearing up to re-open to visitors this Easter in a move which will help preserve the town’s famous fleet of heritage trams for the future.
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Man arrested after cannabis farm discovered in Crawshawbooth
Police are investigating following the discovery of a large cannabis farm at a property on Burnley Road, Crawshawbooth.
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Man pleads guilty to death by dangerous driving after fatal Nelson collision
A man has pleaded guilty to causing the death of a woman following a fatal collision in Nelson.
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Fourth arrest in Preston stabbing investigation
A fourth person has been arrested by Lancashire Police following a stabbing near to Moor Park in Preston on Monday afternoon.
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Crimestoppers offer £10k reward to solve mystery of tragic death of Kirkham baby boy
Recently, police renewed appeals for information in the hope of solving the mystery surrounding the tragic death of a newborn baby boy in Kirkham more than 13 years ago.
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Swimming pool set for £1.4million energy system boost
Rossendale’s Marl Pits Leisure Centre looks set for a £1.4million grant boost for new heating equipment and other measures to cut energy use, emissions and bills.
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Detailed plans for Multiversity approved unanimously
Detailed plans for Blackpool’s £65m Multiversity education campus have got the go ahead after the council’s planning committee voted unanimously in favour of the proposals.
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Fylde Council want to bring padel to Fairhaven Lake
Fylde Council has announced a new opportunity for developers and operators to bring the rapidly growing sport of padel tennis to Fairhaven Lake and Gardens.
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Preston drug dealer found with cocaine and crack cocaine jailed
A man has been jailed for more than four years after twice being arrested in possession of large amounts of drugs in Preston.
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Appeal after teenager left with serious injuries after Preston stabbing
Three people have been arrested after a stabbing in Preston.
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Egg Rolling returns to Preston this Easter
Preston’s much-loved Egg Rolling event is back this Easter Monday, promising a day packed with fun, entertainment, and tradition.
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Encounter Festival announces 2025 plans
Preston’s Encounter Festival will return on Saturday, September 20, marking its tenth anniversary with its most ambitious programme yet.
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Major new estate plans for Preston
A major new estate of almost 450 homes planned for the suburbs of Preston will feature more than half a dozen different sizes and types of property – ranging from one-bedroom apartments to four bedroom detached houses.
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Football club needs longer lease for ground upgrade funding bid
An East Lancashire football club needs a new land lease agreement to help it upgrade its ground in an era of change.
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Blackpool Council receives funding to invest in green urban spaces
Trees are being planted in urban spaces across Blackpool thanks to a £1.8m fund.
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What’s Your Story, Chorley?’ brings literary fans to town
People across Chorley town centre were celebrating the written, spoken and sung word this weekend at literary festival ‘What’s Your Story, Chorley?, with over 30 authors, poets, actors, artists and musicians taking part.
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Oswaldtwistle Civic Arts Centre repairs to begin in summer
Work on repairing the roof of Oswaldtwistle Civic Arts Centre and Theatre will start in June with a scheduled completion date of October.
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Emergency services tackle large fire on Shadworth Industrial Estate
Firefighters from Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service are tackling a fire on the Shadsworth Industrial Estate, Sett End Road in Blackburn.
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Man charged with murder of baby boy in Fulwood
Detectives investigating the death of a baby in Fulwood have charged a man with his murder.
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No ban on new housing during contamination investigation
The government has refused to back a bid by Wyre Council to prevent any more new homes being given the go-ahead in an area with heightened levels of a cancer-causing chemical.
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Wartime exhibition to launch at Showtown museum
A new exhibition highlighting Blackpool’s crucial role in sustaining national morale during the Second World War is set to open at the resort’s Showtown museum.
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Calls for Hyndburn tip closure
Senior councillors have called for the temporary closure of a major East Lancashire rubbish tip plagued by smells and flocks of gulls.
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Blackpool no longer has highest rate of children in care
Blackpool is no longer the town with the highest rate of children living in care as efforts to keep families together are achieving results.
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Update on maternity services following ‘requires improvement’ rating
Maternity services in Blackpool continue to be monitored at a national level but a new report says an action plan to improve care is close to completion.
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New police station takes shape with topping out ceremony in Pendle
Officers and staff from Lancashire Police were joined by the Lancashire Police and Crime Commissioner Clive Grunshaw, alongside contractors Willmott Dixon at the site of the new Pendle Police Station as it reaches a significant point of its build.
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Man jailed for historic child sex offences in Blackburn
A man has been jailed for historic sexual offences against a ten-year-old-girl in Blackburn.
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Controversial Bacup waste transfer site plan is withdrawn
A plan to build a new waste transfer site in Bacup, which prompted hundreds of objections, has been cancelled.
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Man charged with exposure following alleged Blackpool incident
A man has been charged with exposure after an alleged incident in Blackpool.
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Fleetwood man found in possession of £20,000 worth of drugs
A Fleetwood man was found in possession of £20,000 worth of drugs following a stop.
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Plans for apart-hotel recommended for approval
Town centre offices which have been empty since 2018 look set to finally secure planning permission for redevelopment after previous attempts have failed.