Former Tory MP resigns leaving PM to face new by-election:

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Tory MP Scott Benton quits forcing another crunch by-election for Rishi Sunak: Disgraced Tory MP Scott Benton has resigned forcing another crunch by-election for ...

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Scott Benton triggers another by-election: Former Conservative MP Scott Benton has resigned, triggering a by-election in Blackpool South ...

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/st-george-rides-horse-into-boars-head-pub-in-marton-for-celebratory-pint-4600895

Apr 23

St George rides horse into Boars Head pub in Marton for celebratory pint: Certainly not something you see everyday!

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Bankrupt Katie Price in desperate bid for Harvey to stay at £350k-a-year college: Katie Price – who was declared bankrupt for a second time this year – has ...

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Apr 24

Spain's prime minister says he will consider resigning after wife is targeted by judicial probe

apnews.com/article/spain-prime-minister-wife-corruption-allegation-2a0a4ab8f603a5c63106813eec5b5579

Quick Glance: Spain's PM faces pressure over wife's corruption probe

A Madrid court confirmed an investigation against Begoña Gómez for alleged influence peddling and corruption.

Sánchez criticized the complaint as part of a harassment campaign against his wife.

The probe relates to Gómez's ties to companies that received government funding.

The opposition pushed for a statement from her regarding the investigation.

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/people/i-spoke-to-the-record-breaking-irish-singer-daniel-odonnell-ahead-of-his-shows-in-blackpool-4596320

Apr 18

I spoke to the record-breaking Irish singer Daniel O'Donnell ahead of his shows in Blackpool

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/whats-on/spitfire-to-fly-over-4606282

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Spitfire to fly over Lancashire with flyovers around Blackpool and Preston: The roar of the iconic British World War II fighter will be a familiar sight in our ...

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Apr 25

Adrian Newey set to leave Red Bull F1 team: Legendary designer Adrian Newey is set to leave the Red Bull Formula 1 team, Motorsport.com has learned.

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/traffic-and-travel/launch-date-announced-for-blackpools-new-talbot-road-tramway-extension-and-free-tickets-are-up-for-grabs-4603592

Apr 24

Launch date announced for Blackpool’s new Talbot Road tramway extension - and free tickets are up for grabs

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/crime/blackpool-school-caretaker-arrested-in-live-paedophile-sting-4604991

Apr 25

School caretaker at Blackpool Unity Academy arrested in paedophile hunter sting near Sandcastle

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/politics/blackpool-conservative-candidate-claims-people-deserve-better-and-that-labour-locally-have-left-people-poorer-4605954

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Blackpool Conservative candidate claims people deserve better and that Labour locally have left people poorer

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Apr 23

Espionage allegations against AfD employee: calls for Krah's resignation: Representatives of several parties have called on AfD top candidate Krah to resign ...

tagesschau.de/inland/innenpolitik/afd-spionageverdacht-china-102.html

Quick Glance: Investigation of Possible Payments from China and Russia to Maximilian Krah

The General Prosecutor's Office in Dresden has officially initiated investigations against Maximilian Krah due to potential financial flows from Russian and Chinese sources.

The AfD lead candidate for the European Parliament elections, Maximilian Krah, is the subject of two preliminary investigations at the General Prosecutor's Office in Dresden.

Towards the end of last year, Krah was questioned by the FBI about possible payments from Kremlin-related sources, allegedly carrying a four-digit sum of money at that time.

On Monday evening, German authorities arrested Jian G., a close associate of Krah, who is suspected of spying for the Chinese intelligence service in Germany.

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Mark Menzies: MP quits Conservatives after claims he misused party funds: The party says it could not conclude he misused funds. but finds he showed a "pattern ...

bbc.com/news/uk-politics-68870117

Quick Glance: Mark Menzies: MP Accused of Campaign Fund Misuse, Party Exit, and Future Election Abstention

An elected official accused of mishandling campaign funds has departed from the Conservative Party and declared no intention to participate in the upcoming general election.

Following allegations reported in The Times, Mark Menzies revealed his decision after purportedly using political contributions to address medical costs and settle debts incurred from being confined by individuals demanding a substantial ransom for his release.

Upon a request for scrutiny by Labour, Lancashire Police disclosed their evaluation of 'details' concerning Mr. Menzies. An internal inquiry by the Conservative Party has been initiated to explore potential improprieties in the utilization of their financial resources.

Additionally, the party's internal oversight body will assess whether Mr. Menzies' conduct contravened the Nolan principles of public ethics, encompassing traits like altruism, probity, and candor. The spokesperson affirmed, 'We are prepared to collaborate with law enforcement, if they deem our insights beneficial to any inquiry they opt to conduct.'

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Apr 19

Blackpool's new Talbot Road tramway extension set to start live testing from April 23

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/business/update-on-planned-opening-of-new-hobbycraft-store-in-blackpool-4596747

Apr 19

Update on planned opening of new Hobbycraft store in Blackpool: Work has been ongoing to create the new superstore

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/my-new-shop-is-selling-latest-craze-freeze-dried-sweets-4604758

Apr 25

My new shop opens in Blackpool this weekend - selling new craze 'freeze-dried' sweets

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GOP’s inclusion of TikTok ban is secret weapon against Biden: Democrats are bracing for a backlash from young voters over the potential ban of TikTok on U.S ...

thehill.com/homenews/senate/4622455-gops-inclusion-of-tiktok-ban-is-secret-weapon-against-biden/

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/retro/i-always-loved-the-saddle-41-cracking-retro-pictures-of-life-in-blackpools-favourite-pubs-4604767

Apr 25

"I always loved the Saddle!" 41 cracking retro pictures of life in Blackpool's favourite pubs

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Apr 25

Ariel Henry resigns as prime minister of Haiti: Ariel Henry has resigned as prime minister of Haiti, paving the way for a new government to take power ...

apnews.com/article/haiti-ariel-lhenry-resigns-violence-gangs-government-22868c51b5f4c9ca5a8d69fcb5df376b

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/sea-life-blackpool-to-host-biggest-ever-beach-clean-up-4604576

Apr 25

SEA LIFE Blackpool to host biggest ever beach clean up - this is how you can get involved

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/business/consumer/im-really-excited-about-blackpools-new-hobbycraft-store-as-it-means-i-wont-have-to-order-stuff-online-4600681

Apr 22

I'm really excited about Blackpool's new Hobbycraft store as it means I won't have to order stuff online

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Apr 25

People can't agree whether Blackpool has a specific accent or not: 'I always thought we didn't have one until I moved out of Blackpool'

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/crime/police-and-air-ambulance-called-to-major-incident-in-blackpool-4602402

Apr 23

Police and air ambulance called to major incident in Blackpool involving cyclist: Onlookers said the incident involved a collision between a vehicle and a ...

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Apr 26

US State Department Arabic spokesperson resigns in opposition to Gaza policy: "I resigned April 2024 after 18 years of distinguished service in opposition ...

jpost.com/israel-hamas-war/article-798764

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/people/i-run-blackpools-number-one-bb-and-i-think-standards-need-pulling-up-across-the-rest-of-the-resort-4595320

Apr 17

I run Blackpool's number one B&B and I think standards need pulling up across the rest of the resort

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nationalworld.com/health/mums-warning-to-other-parents-after-sons-cancer-diagnosis-4604588

Apr 25

Doncaster mum's warning to other parents after son's shock cancer diagnosis: Tyler was taken to the doctors after losing his appetite and beginning to stumble as ...

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Apr 23

Date announced for first ever Cleveland Pride event : Cleveland Pride will take place in Saltburn on Sunday, July 7 and will be packed with a programme of ...

gazettelive.co.uk/whats-on/date-announced-first-ever-cleveland-29037550

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/lifestyle/homes-and-gardens/price-drop-for-magnificent-million-pound-5-bed-blackpool-mansion-for-sale-on-north-park-drive-4536063

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Price drop for magnificent million pound 5 bed Blackpool mansion for sale on North Park Drive

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Apr 21

Marjorie Taylor Greene says Mike Johnson needs to "do the right thing" and resign, or be ousted

axios.com/2024/04/21/mtg-mike-johnson-resign-ousted

Quick Glance: Ukrainian President Thanks US for Weapon Aid

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked U.S. political leaders for approving an aid package for Ukraine, providing the country with a chance at "victory" in its defense against Russia.

The House passed a bill granting Ukraine $60.8 billion in aid, with Zelenskyy urging swift Senate approval to ensure rapid assistance to frontline soldiers.

Zelenskyy emphasized the critical need for long-range weapons and air defense systems to stabilize the situation and regain the initiative in Ukraine.

He addressed rumors of a territorial deal with Russia, emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on concrete democratic measures to end the war.

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Columbia extends negotiations to clear pro-Palestinian encampment: Columbia University announced Wednesday it has extended negotiations with pro-Palestinian ...

thehill.com/homenews/education/4617624-columbia-extends-negotiations-to-clear-pro-palestinian-encampment/

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This Morning's Alison Hammond came face to face with new Madame Tussauds Blackpool wax figure live on TV

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Huw Edwards resigns from BBC on 'medical advice': The corporation has said the newsreader has resigned "on medical advice".

itv.com/news/wales/2024-04-22/huw-edwards-resigns-from-bbc-on-medical-advice

Quick Glance: Huw Edwards steps down from BBC due to health reasons

Huw Edwards announced his resignation from the BBC on Monday, citing health reasons according to the corporation.

A spokesperson for the BBC stated that after 40 years of service, Huw Edwards' decision based on medical advice was accepted.

Mr. Edwards' wife, Vicky Flind, revealed that he is suffering from severe mental health issues and is currently receiving in-patient care.

Mr. Edwards, one of the most prominent BBC presenters, had been involved in significant events such as royal weddings and funerals.

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Apr 15

Armed police and dog unit involved in huge operation on Blackpool street

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'A coach to Blackpool for less than a fiver led me to uncover the hidden gems': "It’s got everything you could want from a coastal resort: piers ...

lancs.live/whats-on/whats-on-news/a-coach-blackpool-less-fiver-29045179

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Apr 21

Met Police: Commissioner faces call to resign over protest row: Policing minister Chris Philp is set to meet the commissioner after an officer described a ...

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/i-completed-the-london-marathon-dressed-as-the-blackpool-tower-and-was-treated-like-a-celebrity-4601213

Apr 23

I completed the London Marathon dressed as the Blackpool Tower and was treated like a celebrity

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Apr 24

Johnson calls on Columbia University president to resign during tense news conference

cnn.com/2024/04/24/politics/johnson-columbia-university-president/

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/traffic-and-travel/collision-involving-pedestrian-and-vehicle-closes-m6-northbound-between-preston-and-lancaster-4602220

Apr 23

Collision involving pedestrian and vehicle closes M6 northbound between Preston and Lancaster

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/my-husband-was-left-to-walk-home-from-hospital-in-bare-feet-after-toe-amputation-4597669

Apr 22

My husband was left to walk home from Blackpool Victoria Hospital in bare feet after having his toe amputated

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/heritage-and-retro/retro/i-can-recall-60-years-of-yorkshire-fisheries-in-blackpool-its-been-bang-on-for-years-4094762

Apr 21

"I can recall 60 years of Yorkshire Fisheries in Blackpool, it's been bang on for years"

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/lifestyle/homes-and-gardens/blackpool-and-fleetwood-ranked-as-most-afforable-uk-seaside-resorts-to-relocate-according-to-new-study-4604271

Apr 25

Blackpool and Fleetwood ranked among most afforable UK seaside resorts to relocate, according to new study

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/new-owner-revealed-of-the-foxhall-and-reflex-venue-in-central-blackpool-4601552

Apr 23

Ma Kelly Group has bought The Foxhall and Reflex in Central Blackpool: A landmark Blackpool venue has been bought out and the new owners are promising ‘something ...

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/lifestyle/retro/i-love-prom-season-51-amazing-retro-photos-of-blackpool-teenagers-at-their-proms-in-years-gone-by-4601412

Apr 23

"I love prom season!" 51 amazing retro photos of Blackpool teenagers at their proms in years gone by

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Humza Yousaf says he won’t resign as Scotland’s First Minister amid threats of being ousted

news.stv.tv/politics/humza-yousaf-cancels-scottish-independence-speech-as-he-considers-position-as-first-minister

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Apr 17

25 pictures of Elmer's Big Blackpool Parade 2024 after herd of colourful elephants descend on resort

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Head of Vietnam's parliament resigns amid corruption probe: Vietnamese state media outlet VN Express reports that the head of Vietnam’s Parliament ...

apnews.com/article/vietnam-corruption-parliament-vuong-dinh-hue-resign-8fcb6f1bedc44b55c9ce66cd10fd33cb

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/business/consumer/heres-what-foodies-can-expect-when-visiting-marco-pierres-new-blackpool-restaurant-4605139

Apr 25

Here's what foodies can expect when visiting Marco Pierre's new Blackpool restaurant

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Apr 25

Xavi to remain Barcelona head coach beyond the current season: Xavi will stay on as head coach of Barcelona, the club announced on Thursday ...

cnn.com/2024/04/25/sport/xavi-remains-barcelona-manager-spt-intl/

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Blackpool Pleasure Beach's Grand Prix to host last lap party: Fans of the beloved Grand Prix ride at Blackpool Pleasure Beach are being given a chance to ride it ...

lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/24266769.blackpool-pleasure-beachs-grand-prix-host-last-lap-party/

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/11-art-deco-gems-on-the-fylde-coast-which-are-not-always-highlighted-4461891

Apr 24

11 Art Deco gems on the Fylde coast which are not always highlighted: Blackpool and the Fylde coast has some fine examples of Art Deco architecture.

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/people/he-was-my-special-boy-mums-tribute-to-son-17-killed-in-crash-4590062

Apr 13

Family pay tribute to tragic 17-year-old Ellis Gibbs who died after motorbike crash near Garstang

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/blackpool-vets-to-open-a-new-larger-practice-on-the-site-of-former-sprinkles-desserts-4593193

Apr 17

Blackpool's Robert Jones Vets to open a new larger practice on the site of former Sprinkles Desserts

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Brenda Blethyn quits Vera role after 14 series in emotional statement : Brenda Blethyn has announced she is quitting her role as DCI Vera Stanhope in the hit ITV ...

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/electric-bike-rider-arrested-for-using-it-dangerously-say-police-4598554

Apr 20

Police arrest electric bike rider in Blackpool for using it dangerously on pavement

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/lifestyle/homes-and-gardens/i-love-how-old-this-rare-find-is-historic-1800s-blackpool-house-for-sale-is-one-of-a-kind-4599598

Apr 22

"I love how old this rare find is" Historic 1800s Blackpool house for sale is one of a kind

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Apr 18

NPR Editor Who Wrote Critical Essay On Company Resigns After Being Suspended: A National Public Radio editor who wrote a critical essay saying that his company ...

huffpost.com/entry/media-npr-editor_n_6620fe1de4b07db21fd66578

Quick Glance: NPR Suspends Senior Editor Following Critical Substack Analysis

Senior business editor Uri Berliner at NPR was suspended due to critical remarks about the broadcaster.

Berliner faced a five-day suspension after releasing an analysis claiming NPR's coverage was influenced by liberal bias.

NPR accused Berliner of breaching company policies by publishing his work outside the organization without approval.

Following the essay's release, NPR employees lost confidence in Berliner, and the network's new CEO came under scrutiny from conservative activists.

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/three-fire-engines-called-out-to-blaze-in-blackpool-4598756

Apr 20

Firefighters rush out to tackle blaze at the Sunny Days tanning studio in the centre of Blackpool

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/lancashire-lorry-driver-lucky-to-be-alive-after-collision-with-33000-volt-power-lines-4605024

Apr 25

Lancashire lorry driver "lucky to be alive" after collision with 33,000-volt power lines

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/business/i-always-try-to-support-blackpool-illuminations-because-i-can-see-the-benefits-it-brings-to-my-business-4607152

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I always try to support Blackpool Illuminations because I can see the benefits it brings to my business

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/crime/man-28-seen-waving-handgun-in-blackpool-released-without-charge-4599098

Apr 21

Man, 28, seen waving 'handgun' on Waterloo Road Bridge in South Shore, Blackpool released without charge

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Apr 25

Classic British candy faces uncertainty due to Chinese imports: Rock, a candy made in stick shapes, has been synonymous with the British seaside for over a ...

cnn.com/travel/uk-rock-candy-cheap-imports/

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/ive-stayed-in-many-hotels-in-blackpool-and-ive-never-had-a-problem-4601598

Apr 24

I’ve stayed in various hotels in Blackpool and I can honestly say I’ve never had any problems

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/7-multimillion-pound-developments-that-will-change-the-face-of-blackpool-4589058

Apr 13

7 multimillion pound developments that will change the face of Blackpool: A LOT of investment is being made in the town.

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/people/best-corner-shops-in-blackpool-and-the-fylde-according-to-residents-4601459

Apr 23

Best corner shops in Blackpool and the Fylde according to residents: Take a look at the corner shops most loved by the people of Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre below. ...

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/heritage-and-retro/retro/41-evocative-blackpool-pictures-from-the-1970s-and-1980s-including-street-scenes-football-trouble-and-nightclubs-4403622

Apr 22

"I would go back to the 70s!" 41 retro pictures wrap up 1970s and 1980s Blackpool

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Apr 25

Seattle Kraken break from Root Sports Northwest, KGW to broadcast games: KGW announced Thursday a multi-year partnership with the Kraken to broadcast more than ...

oregonlive.com/blazers/2024/04/seattle-kraken-break-from-root-sports-northwest-kgw-to-broadcast-games.html

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/heres-how-you-can-get-half-price-tickets-to-blackpools-top-attractions-4606381

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How to get 50 per cent discount for Blackpool's Merlin attractions including Madame Tussauds & Blackpool Tower

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/business/farmfoods-to-close-blackpool-store-for-8-weeks-4599635

Apr 22

Farmfoods to close Blackpool store in Devonshire Road for 8 weeks: Farmfoods is closing one of its Blackpool stores for two months for refurbishment.

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/plans-submitted-to-turn-former-blackpool-civil-service-building-mexford-house-into-120-flats-4591392

Apr 15

Plans submitted to turn former Blackpool civil service building Mexford House into 120 flats

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A spiked drink, a dead MP, and why Porkies Club owner, 5 employees were convicted in murder of Juja’s George Thuo

nation.africa/kenya/news/a-spiked-drink-a-dead-mp-and-why-porkies-club-owner-5-employees-were-convicted-in-murder-of-juja-s-george-thuo-4597998

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/blackpool-fc/blackpool-boss-shares-the-mood-in-seasiders-camp-ahead-of-the-final-weekend-in-battle-against-barnsley-lincoln-city-and-oxford-united-for-the-league-one-play-offs-4605704

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Blackpool boss shares the mood in Seasiders camp ahead of the final weekend in battle against Barnsley, Lincoln City and Oxford United for the League One ...

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/im-running-a-marathon-dressed-as-blackpool-tower-4595725

Apr 18

I'm running a marathon dressed as Blackpool Tower: ‘I'll be donning a distinctive rubber Blackpool Tower outfit during the race’.

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Manor Lords surpassed 100,000 concurrent players within hours of release, and now it's the global top seller on Steam

pcgamer.com/games/city-builder/manor-lords-surpassed-100000-concurrent-players-within-hours-of-release-and-now-its-the-global-top-seller-on-steam/

Quick Glance: Special Offer: Manor Lords Discounted & Free Game

Manor Lords is now available on PC at a special discounted price.

Fanatical is offering an additional free Steam game with the purchase of Manor Lords.

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Labour veteran Frank Field dies: Frank Field was first elected in 1979 and served as an MP until 2019. A lifelong campaigner on welfare ...

news.sky.com/story/labour-veteran-frank-field-dies-12914087

Quick Glance: Farewell to Frank Field: A Life Dedicated to Social Justice

The former Labour minister and advocate for poverty alleviation, Frank Field, has passed away at the age of 81.

Throughout his career in Westminster, Lord Field championed social causes such as child poverty and modern slavery for over four decades.

Field succumbed to a long battle with cancer in a care home in London. He advocated for a 2021 bill on assisted dying in England and Wales.

His family emphasized that Field will be mourned by admirers in the political realm, but most of all missed by those fortunate enough to have experienced his laughter and friendship.

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Apr 24

2:22 A Ghost Story review - gripping tale builds to stunning climax: 2:22 A Ghost Story certainly arrived in Blackpool with plenty of expectation.

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/politics/by-election-candidates-divided-over-future-of-blackpool-airport-4598364

Apr 21

By-election candidates divided over future of Blackpool Airport: The airport needs to be economically viable

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blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/traffic-and-travel/big-changes-planned-to-new-m55-service-area-4592189

Apr 15

Big changes planned to new M55 service area: A proposed new motorway service area on the M55 near Preston could be 40 percent larger than first planned.

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Johnson calls for Columbia president to resign ahead of university visit: House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) called for Columbia University’s president to resign ...

thehill.com/homenews/education/4617700-johnson-columbia-university-president-resign/

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