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Representatives from Wyre Council visited JJ Sandham Ltd. recently to see the incredible impact that the Rural Business Grant funding has had on the business. As part of Wyre Council’s UK Shared Prosperity programme, rural businesses across Wyre were invited to apply for grant funding through the Rural Business Grant Programme in 2023. Businesses also […]

In the field of cinematic sound, AMS Neve provides global excellence, providing state-of-the-art equipment that has helped craft some of the film industry’s most celebrated scores. This year, their equipment played a pivotal role in achieving the prestigious Best Sound award at the 97th Academy Awards for Dune: Part Two. Created by the renowned German composer […]

The county’s annual STEAM report, which evaluates the volume and value of visitors to Lancashire, has been released by Marketing Lancashire, the county’s LVEP (Local Visitor Economy Partnership).  It analyses data from hospitality and tourism businesses gathered in 2023 and shows that visitors to Lancashire rose to 66.7million, up by 2.8% on previous 2022 figures. […]

VisitEngland has announced that this year’s VisitEngland Awards for Excellence will be held at the Brighton Dome Corn Exchange on 4 June. The 35th national awards will see finalists from 21 regional competitions recognised as Gold, Silver and Bronze winners across 16 core categories. Award categories range from the ‘Experience of the Year’ to the ‘Taste of England Award’ and […]

Local people looking for a new career are being invited to visit a free-to-attend Jobs Fair which takes place in Accrington Town Hall on Thursday 20th March. Organised by Hyndburn Borough Council, the event runs from 9am to 3pm and will showcase over 100 live job vacancies across the region. Organisations exhibiting include: Lancashire Care Alliance, […]

Oswaldtwistle Mills continues to evolve, adding new departments and refreshing its product ranges to enhance the shopping experience. As part of their ongoing commitment to becoming a true one-stop destination, they have recently expanded and reconfigured their furniture department to accommodate their latest retail partner – The Sleep Haven. The Sleep Haven are a company […]

Two thirds of the free cyber training spots for Lancashire businesses have now been snapped up. With increasing numbers of cyber crime in the region, businesses are being urged to sign up for the last remaining spaces while they are still available. Statistics from Action Fraud found that in the last year, there have been […]

Fylde Council is delighted to announce a strategic partnership with Lancashire County Council, which will see the provision of significant capital funding from the Lancashire Economic Growth and Development Investment Fund to secure the continued delivery of the St Annes Masterplan. The newly secured investment will ensure continued development on the St Annes Pier Link […]

Join LANX For A Proper Northern Day Out – No Fuss, Just Good Shoes, Good Food & Good Chat LANX is throwing open the doors to their Whalley Warehouse for a weekend that’s all about showing you what they’re made of – quite literally. From Friday 21st to Sunday 23rd March 2025, you’re invited to […]

A wardrobe mistress who has worked on the likes of Strictly Come Dancing and Gavin and Stacey has joined Pleasure Beach Resort to lead its wardrobe function. Abbie Farnell has been appointed as head of wardrobe for the Blackpool theme park’s entertainment division as it re-opens for the 2025 season. As head of wardrobe, Abbie will lead the department […]

Fylde Council is delighted to announce the completion of the Fairhaven Lake Jetty restoration project, ensuring the continuation of much-loved water-based activities at the popular coastal destination. Thanks to funding and support from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, essential structural repairs have been carried out on the main jetty, which had previously been at risk […]

Brockholes Nature Reserve, a 106-hectare wildlife haven near Preston, is calling on the community to help raise £2,000 to support its vital conservation work. Managed by the Lancashire Wildlife Trust, Brockholes provides a crucial refuge for birds, insects, mammals, plants and amphibians, while also welcoming thousands of visitors each year. Annual upkeep of the reserve […]