Shelagh Parkinson Local Democracy Reporter
  • Blackpool
  • National World

Local democracy reporter based at the Blackpool Gazette.

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Blackpool Gazette, Lancs Live

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  • Blackpool

1898 Articles
over 3 years ago
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Massage parlour conversion plans unveiled for Blackpool takeaway

“The proposed massage parlour is conducive with the council’s broader objectives of promoting more healthy communities"

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over 3 years ago
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How Blackpool's regeneration is back on track after covid setbacks

The start of demolition of the former Wilko’s building will make way for a new Holiday Inn and tram terminal – while ...

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over 3 years ago
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Blackpool Wilko demolition to begin with closures in place

“Local residents and businesses can see the progress we are making and that all the hard work is starting to pay off.”

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over 3 years ago
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Tributes to generous Blackpool woman who met husband on train to resort

Betty Crichton served as mayoress in 1988/89 when her late husband Bob was Blackpool’s mayor

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over 3 years ago
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Blackpool Hilton plan go ahead but hotel to spend £10k residents' parking

Paul Mathison, chief executive of Create Construction which built and owns the Hampton by Hilton, agreed to pay the £...

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over 3 years ago
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Blackpool children's home plans given go-ahead despite mass objections

Outbound Care Ltd have been granted permission by Blackpool Council to use a property on Norbreck Road as a home for ...

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over 3 years ago
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Cafés in Blackpool get street licence boost from the council

Last year the council issued 51 street cafe licences bringing in fees totalling £24,684, while this year so far 30 of...

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over 3 years ago
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Fury in Blackpool over street parking fears sparked by hotel

Objectors say loss of the car park will mean more visitors will park on nearby residential streets creating congestion

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over 3 years ago
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Blackpool MP's call to bring back tip to combat fly-tipping

Lancashire County Council closed the household waste and recycling centre in the South Shore area in 2010

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over 3 years ago
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Blackpool Winter Gardens gets reopening date and new schedule

“Our staff are also keen to get back from furlough and the first staff are starting to come back this week to get the...

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over 3 years ago
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250-seat venue plan for former Blackpool nightclub

The Electric Sunshine Project was set up in the town in 2016 by artistic director Melanie Whitehead.

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over 3 years ago
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Blackpool retro gaming arcade plans for old casino move step closer

Arcade Club wants to install more than 200 machines into the former Sam Thai casino which have been empty for five years

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