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Lancashire businesses urged to take up last remaining places for free Cyber training
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 […]
New strategic partnership to advance St Annes Masterplan
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 […]
See inside the magic at Lanx open weekend
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 […]
Pleasure Beach Resort appoints new head of wardrobe from Strictly Come Dancing
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 […]
Fairhaven Lake jetty restoration completed
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 […]
Appeal will help wildlife find a home at nature reserve
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 […]
Lancashire’s Park Hall Hotel deploys AI Concierge by Inntelo AI in UK first
Lancashire’s Park Hall Resort & Spa has become the first UK hotel to adopt an AI Concierge that talks to guests over the phone and via WhatsApp. Designed by UK company Inntelo AI, the AI Concierge works alongside hotel teams to enhance guest experiences and streamline daily operations. Originally the site of a Benedictine monastery dating back to 669 […]
Hospitality team takes 30 mile hike to raise funds for Lancashire charity
A brave band of walkers brought together by a Lancashire hotel has tackled a one day 30 mile hiking challenge to raise funds for a local charitable organisation. The team of six hikers from English Lakes Hotels Resorts & Venues completed the walk from Wild Boar Estate in south Cumbria to Lancaster House Hotel in […]
Accrington Stanley opens doors for Iftar event
Accrington Stanley have announced that their eagerly anticipated Open Iftar Event will take place on Sunday 16th March at the Wham Stadium. The club’s fans and people from the Muslim community are being encouraged to attend the event together, which will get underway at 5:30pm, with the opening of the fast taking place at 6:19pm. Those […]
Consultation launched on the Lancashire Growth Plan
The plan will enable the county to restate its growth priorities following the launch of the Lancashire Combined County Authority earlier this month. It will show how the area will use its core grant from government to support projects which should be resourced now. Crucially, the creation of the plan has the backing of the […]
Fylde secures new funding to drive growth
Fylde Council has secured an additional £857,692 from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) to continue boosting local businesses, skills, and community initiatives in 2025/26. This new funding—£159,659 in capital and £698,033 in revenue—builds on the £2.6 million already invested in Fylde over the past three years, supporting 19 local projects that have strengthened the […]
Chorley Markets in Loo of the Year spotlight
Once again, Chorley Markets have been awarded for their outstanding toilet facilities. The public toilets on the covered market were inspected and scored by the Loo of the Year officials to be awarded Platinum Plus Grade, Premier League Local Authority Award, Washroom Technician of the Year and a Period Dignity Award. No strangers to the […]