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[] | 2016-08-26T13:10:08 | null | 2016-08-26T07:00:00 | Visit now for the latest Fleetwood Town FC news and reports - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Ffleetwood-town-fc%2Frosler-s-race-to-sign-midfielder-for-fleetwood-1-8089868.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8089867.1472165146!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Rosler’s race to sign midfielder for Fleetwood | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Fleetwood Town boss Uwe Rosler has confirmed his wish to sign one more central midfielder before the transfer window closes on Wednesday.
Martyn Woolford, who arrived a week ago from Sheffield United, is set to make his debut at Southend tomorrow but the Town boss is seeking further reinforcements.
The ending of the emergency loan system means that after Wednesday clubs cannot bring in any more players until January.
Rosler said: “I think I would like to have every position doubled up in the middle of the pitch.
“We don’t have that in every department in our team but I think it’s very important in the middle, where the players have to go through a lot of running, a lot of intensity and a lot of work with and without the ball.
“From that point we’re definitely looking to bring in one more player and that would take us to six for three positions.
“We’re as close as we can get days before the window closes.”
Woolford played in a 2-0 friendly defeat to Oldham Athletic’s reserves on Wednesday afternoon, when Brad Kay and Brendan Glackin were on target for the Latics.
Rosler said the 30-year-old Woolford has qualities which will boost his squad.
“Martin got a good 65 minutes under his belt,” he said. “I saw a lot in those 65 minutes – that he can play in the positions we got him in for.
“He’s a very experienced player, who has very good game management, and I’m very happy to have such a versatile player.
“We haven’t many left-footed players who can step in when Amari’i Bell is ill or something.
“We needed someone with experience, with know- how, with the characteristics of the player we’re looking for.
“Martyn showed on Wednesday that he’s on the way to regaining match fitness.”
Another player hoping to catch Rosler’s eye is striker Devante Cole.
The striker is yet to find the net this season as David Ball leads Town’s goalscoring charts with three.
Cole said: “I feel good. I’ve been playing well and all I’ve been missing is a goal.
“I do need to get one soon but once I do get one I’ll carry on.
“I think the way he (Rosler) plays is better than how we used to play. I think everyone is enjoying it.” | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/fleetwood-town-fc/rosler-s-race-to-sign-midfielder-for-fleetwood-1-8089868 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/f4241920c64da2f3f4c4531e3a8215abde7afce79ae03066e93998b9c0d724ed.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T16:48:32 | null | 2016-08-26T17:06:21 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fhair-today-and-gone-tomorrow-1-8091661.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8091657.1472227550!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Hair today and gone tomorrow | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | It was a case of hair today, gone tomorrow for these Fleetwood fundraisers.
Mary Shaw and Hayley Roles separately decided to join the Brave the Shave campaign to boost the coffers of charity Macmillan Cancer support.
Hair today, gone tomorrow.....Hayley Roles, of Fleetwood, after being shaved.
Mary, 68, of Southgate, Fleetwood, had her collar length hair shaved at Rory Blair’s hairdressers on Lord Street.
The retired civil servant, who is married to David Shaw, said after the shave: “I feel quite elated to have done it and raised almost £600 for macMillan. People have been incredibly generous in sponsoring me.
“It didn’t bother getting my hair shaved off but it did bother my hairdresser, Joanne Corry. She has been doing my hair for 25 years and was really upset to see it all come off!”
Mary, who is the current president of Thornton Cleveleys Rotary Club, explained she was born with cerebral palsy and was unable to raise funds by swimming or climbing mounts.
Mary Shaw gets her shaved for charity by Joanne Corry from Rory Blair in Fleetwood
She added: “I wanted to help Mcmillan and this seemed a brilliant way to do it.”
Hayley Roles, meanwhile, had her head shaved down the road at the Butcher and The Bobby pin on North Albert Street.
Mum-of-one Hayley, 27, has so far banked £757 and has more sponsor money still to come in.
After having her should er length hair shorn, she said: “My dad, Gordon Riches, died when he was 60 from liver, lung and kidney cancer.It’s a horrible illness and I wanted to do my bit.” | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/hair-today-and-gone-tomorrow-1-8091661 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/68069b36135f4c3fc0ecaa3536f724962d2811c7691a28bd53c9673ccad542f8.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T06:48:10 | null | 2016-08-30T07:00:00 | Visit now for the latest Fleetwood Town FC news and reports - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Ffleetwood-town-fc%2Ffleetwood-new-boy-dempsey-hungry-for-debut-1-8094941.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8094940.1472503731!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Fleetwood new boy Dempsey hungry for debut | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Kyle Dempsey is set to make his Fleetwood Town debut in tonight’s Checkatrade Trophy opener against Blackburn Under-23s at Highbury (7.45pm).
The 20-year-old midfielder has signed on loan from Huddersfield for the rest of the season and is anxious for action, having not played competitively since April.
The Cumbrian said of his move: “I’m absolutely delighted. Obviously it hasn’t panned out the way I thought it would this season – I haven’t really been involved in the squad. Hopefully at Fleetwood I’ll get the game-time which is important to me.
“In my first season at Carlisle I played virtually every game. At Huddersfield I knew I wasn’t going to get the same game-time but it was a stepping stone. It was vital I got those games in the Championship.
“I don’t see coming into League One as a step down. I see it as a step up because I’ve mainly played in League Two.
“I’ve seen the way Fleetwood play and it’ a great opportunity for me to come in and show what I’m all about.
“The gaffer has shown me the way the team plays and the facilities, and it looks such a good team and a really good club for me.
“I’ll bring a lot of energy. I’m non-stop all the time and hopefully I’ll get back to scoring ways and set up a few as well.”
Fellow midfielder Martyn Woolford, who came off the bench in Saturday’s win at Southend, is set for his full debut tonight.
Striker Ash Hunter is another set to be involved as he stakes his claim for a starting place after scoring three goals off the bench this season. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/fleetwood-town-fc/fleetwood-new-boy-dempsey-hungry-for-debut-1-8094941 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/30aaabe50a0ae2ba46ffcb205a8a09c259056fcf74627601f4b11a7a47e5eb43.json |
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] | 2016-08-31T08:48:32 | null | 2016-08-31T09:01:01 | Visit now for the latest football news - from The Gazette in Blackpool | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fblues-back-in-for-luiz-1-8097162.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8097159.1472630438!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Blues back in for Luiz? | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | The transfer stories from at home and abroad on deadline day
Daily Mail: Chelsea will pay £32m to bring back defender David Luiz from Paris St Germain.
Daily Mirror: Crystal Palace will sign Jack Wilshere from Arsenal on a season-long loan.
The Sun: On the other hand, AC Milan would like Wilshere on loan for the season with the option of a £30m deal.
Daily Telegraph: Stoke City are targeting a move for Manchester City striker Wilfried Bony.
Daily Mirror: West Brom will use the sale of Saido Berahino to Stoke City to bid £32m for Watford striker Odion Ighalo.
Daily Mail: Hull City and Lyon will compete to sign AFC Bournemouth winger Max Gradel.
The Sun: David Moyes will bid £6.5m for St Etienne’s Florentin Pogba, brother of Paul.
Daily Telegraph: Spurs are eyeing a move for Newcastle midfielder Moussa Sissoko. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/blues-back-in-for-luiz-1-8097162 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/a9fd1d7b03c1b17d428b502f7c5af86b25407e0f356c65a0360de40c3ac4c7f7.json |
[] | 2016-08-31T06:50:08 | null | 2016-08-31T06:00:11 | Visit now for the latest Blackpool health news - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fhealth%2Fbattle-with-meningitis-given-boost-1-8096244.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8096243.1472568296!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Battle with meningitis given boost | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Donations to hospital charity Blue Skies Hospitals Fund have been used to buy testing equipment which will rapidly speed up the diagnosis of encephalitis and meningitis.
The equipment, a Biofire Film Array, tests cerebrospinal fluid taken from patients who have come to hospital with suspected meningitis or encephalitis – a rare but serious condition that causes inflammation of the brain. It tests for several different bacteria and viruses, and the results come back within an hour of the test starting, allowing doctors to begin or amend any treatment.
From a patient’s point of view, if the test comes back negative the doctors can stop any treatment they’ve started
The equipment is based in Blackpool Victoria Hospital’s Pathology Department which applied to Blue Skies – the charity for Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust – for the funding.
Before Blue Skies agreed to funding, the team would have to send the spinal fluid via medical taxi to Manchester for processing and results would be expected to take a minimum of two days.
Biomedical Scientist Dawn Singleton said: “From a patient’s point of view, if the test comes back negative the doctors can stop any treatment they’ve started.
“That’s as important as if the results come back positive when we would be able to properly tailor the treatment.
“A lot of viral illnesses do not need treatment at all, but previously a patient would be started on intravenous medication while the test was carried out.”
The Biofire is currently being set up, and should be in use within the hospital within a month.
It is hoped it will eventually be used not only for spinal fluid tests but other fluids as well which will help patients presenting with an array of symptoms. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/health/battle-with-meningitis-given-boost-1-8096244 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/1b8f7dd801e117921635f8f754602008df7221b72402c7021c1632dcdacbf2d5.json |
[] | 2016-08-29T10:49:41 | null | 2016-08-29T11:09:39 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fthe-afc-fylde-community-foundation-hails-record-help-1-8094145.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8094144.1472465361!/image/image.jpg | en | null | The AFC Fylde Community Foundation hails record help | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | A community organisation has seen its turnover hit record levels.
The AFC Fylde Community Foundation says the record amount of cash passing through its hands is thanks to key funding from sponsors.
The results really help put our work into perspective
It saw a 97.5 per cent rise from £205,000 to £450,000 meaning that it could do more work in the community than ever before.
Its aim is to educate, motivate and inspire future generations to build better communities and has qualified coaches working all over Fylde delivering coaching, education programmes and personal development, providing young people of all abilities with multiple opportunities.
The extra funding meant it could do more towards tackling key issues such as anti-social behaviour and unemployment, as well as giving advice and support for the most vulnerable and disadvantaged residents.
Lead sponsor is BAE Systems but new partners include the Royal British Legion and Cuadrilla Resources, who it said have helped it engage with an unprecedented number of young people – more than 1,000 children of nursery age each week, compared to 450 last year.
There has also been a 35 per cent increase in primary school engagement, with the Foundation delivering sports and exercise coaching sessions at schools across Blackpool and Fylde.
Four new full-time team members have also been recruited and schemes have expanded into Preston, Chorley and South Ribble.
Tom Hutton, director of community development at the foundation, said: “Looking at these results really helps to put our work into perspective.
“It’s great to see that with our increased turnover we have been able to make such a positive change in the community – allowing us to visit more schools and nurseries.” | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/the-afc-fylde-community-foundation-hails-record-help-1-8094145 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/db7faab6bb714f1595dc3aa67bb581b4054cba13c4681bc4a53ba2782afcb139.json |
[] | 2016-08-28T16:49:24 | null | 2016-08-28T16:18:01 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fthief-close-to-record-for-dodging-jail-term-1-8093340.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8093339.1472397463!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Thief ‘close to record’ for dodging jail term | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | A thief returned to where he had stolen a pack of lager – and was apprehended by shop security staff.
Paul Quinn, a 35-year-old dad-of-three, of Boundary Court, Grange Park, pleaded guilty to theft from the Co-op on August 10 at 4.30pm, and being in breach of a suspended sentence for harassment and possession of a knife.
He was sentenced to a residence order for 21 days, where he must live at his given address, instead of the suspended prison sentence. He was also given a six-month conditional discharge and ordered to pay £8 compensation with £30 victims’ surcharge by District Judge Jeff Brailsford sitting at Blackpool Magistrates’ Court.
The judge told him: “You are very nearly close to the national record for the number of times you have not had the suspended sentence order implemented.” | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/thief-close-to-record-for-dodging-jail-term-1-8093340 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/cee8a2a080779d4168ae747fe1e1dec328a04c7467dcd5ff1850aeea05e3a512.json |
[] | 2016-08-27T14:49:01 | null | 2016-08-27T14:37:59 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fbody-recovered-from-preston-docks-1-8092416.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8092415.1472305822!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Body recovered from Preston docks | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | A body been recovered from Preston Docks today (Saturday), police have confirmed.
Eyewitnesses reported a heavy police presence on the Docks including an ambulance and aquatic search team from the fire service.
One bystander, who asked not to be named, said they had seen a white bike pulled from the water, followed by a body.
Emergency services have been at the scene in Navigation Way since shortly before noon today.
Police have not yet been able to give any further details, other then the body being recovered. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/body-recovered-from-preston-docks-1-8092416 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/b2e62bf99d6c5b8b7c3dc82694432161dbaeab94665186b9cb25291a73a24942.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T12:50:07 | null | 2016-08-30T12:08:53 | Visit now for the offbeat news - from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Foffbeat%2Fiphone-7-launch-date-confirmed-and-it-s-soon-1-8095667.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8095666.1472556685!/image/image.jpg | en | null | iPhone 7 launch date confirmed - and it’s soon | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | After months of rumours, Apple has all but confirmed that the new iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus will be officially unveiled on 7 September.
The tech giant has confirmed plans for a major media event in San Francisco next Wednesday where it is expected to take the wraps off the newest version of its groundbreaking mobile.
A second-generation iWatch is also expected to be revealed at the event.
Rumours around the iPhone 7’s specifications have been flying around for months. It is expected to be slimmer and lighter than the current iPhone 6S and there is a suggestion it could be waterproof.
Leaked photos also suggest it could do away completely with a headphone jack, replacing the traditional tangle of white wires with wireless Bluetooth-connected headphones.
There is also speculation that the larger 7 Plus will come with a dual-camera system.
It is likely to get a full HD 1080p edge-to-edge screen and a larger battery to keep users online for longer and address criticisms about the longevity of the iPhone 6.
Speculation about processing power has ranged from a dual-core processor like the 6S up to an unlikely hex-core but RAM is expected to remain at 2GB. Whatever the hardware, it’s likely to come with iOS 10 and the variety of functionality upgrades that brings with it.
Pricing is expected to follow Apple’s trend of keeping the cost of new handsets stable so the iPhone 7 will cost around £539 but that’s likely to come with 32GB of storage, a jump over its predecessor’s 16GB. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/offbeat/iphone-7-launch-date-confirmed-and-it-s-soon-1-8095667 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/2cbe64b2c3cd44c54b36578ebeb65e2de2c1305ddb90d8d1d9d95234ab2b6ed2.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T16:48:30 | null | 2016-08-26T17:36:04 | Visit now for the latest Blackpool transport and travel news - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Ftransport%2Froad-closed-after-horse-and-car-collide-1-8091718.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8091717.1472229347!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Road closed after horse and car collide | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | A Blackpool road has been closed following a collision between a horse and a car.
Police have closed part of Grasmere Road temporarily, close to the roundabout junction with Ansdell Road, following the accident this afternoon.
It’s understood a horse is being treated in the middle of the road.
The horse was being ridden at the time but there are no reported injuries to the rider or car driver.
No further details have yet been logged with police. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/transport/road-closed-after-horse-and-car-collide-1-8091718 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/be7d8dc557f9e18e7d8e27c89042019b1f5ce4f617a9f4fd2c396511565a429e.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T12:50:01 | null | 2016-08-30T12:48:24 | Visit now for the offbeat news - from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Foffbeat%2Fthe-uk-s-greatest-driving-songs-1-8095784.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8095783.1472557681!/image/image.jpg | en | null | The UK’s greatest driving songs | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Classic examples of ‘Dad Rock’ - Born to Be Wild, Bohemian Rhapsody and Highway To Hell - dominate a top 40 chart of the UK’s favourite songs for the open road.
Steppenwolf’s rousing single Born to Be Wild - which was released in 1968 and coined the phrase ‘heavy metal’ - was the nation’s number one choice.
Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen, which stayed at the number one spot for nine weeks in 1975/76, was runner-up.
And the Beach Boys’ surf tune I Get Around took the third spot in a poll of 2,000 UK adults by National Express.
The top 10 was completed by I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles) by the Proclaimers, Born To Run by Bruce Springsteen, Highway to Hell by AC/DC, Take It Easy by the Eagles, Thin Lizzy’s The Boys Are Back In Town, Sweet Home Alabama by Lynyrd Skynyrd and I Drove All Night by Cyndi Lauper.
A spokeswoman for National Express, who commissioned the research to inspire people looking to explore Britain and beyond this summer, said: “There are few things more exhilarating than the open road and our poll shows it’s the classic hits that get people fired up.
“It’s interesting to see so many American rock greats, such as The Eagles and Bruce Springsteen, are continuing to provide the soundtrack to the Great British roads”.
Top 40 Songs for the Road
1 Born To Be Wild - Steppenwolf
2 Bohemian Rhapsody - Queen
3 I Get Around - Beach Boys
4 I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles) - The Proclaimers
5 Born To Run - Bruce Springsteen
6 Highway To Hell - AC/DC
7 Take It Easy - Eagles
8 The Boys Are Back In Town - Thin Lizzy
9 Sweet Home Alabama - Lynyrd Skynyrd
10 I Drove All Night - Cyndi Lauper
11 Mr Blue Sky - Electric Light Orchestra
12 Don’t Stop Believin’ - Journey
13 Hotel California - Eagles
14 Ace Of Spades - Motorhead
15 Here I Go Again - Whitesnake
16 I Gotta Feeling - Black Eyed Peas
17 Road To Nowhere - Talking Heads
18 Paradise City - Guns ‘n’ Roses
19 On the Road Again - Willie Nelson
20 Drive My Car - The Beatles
21 America - Simon and Garfunkel
22 Where The Streets Have No Name - U2
23 Roar - Katy Perry
24 The Passenger - Iggy Pop
25 Get Lucky - Daft Punk
26 Little Red Corvette - Prince
27 Radar Love - Golden Earring
28 Shut Up and Drive - Rihanna
29 Heart of Gold - Neil Young
30 Green Onions - Booker T. and the M.G.’s
31 Pompeii - Bastille
32 Scar Tissue - Red Hot Chili Peppers
33 R U Mine? - Arctic Monkeys
34 Stronger - Kanye West
35 Hundred Mile High City - Ocean Colour Scene
36 Rock You Like A Hurricane - Scorpions
37 Midnight City - M83
38 Let Me Ride - Dr. Dre
39 Roadrunner - Jonathan Richman and the Modern Lovers
40 Low Rider - War | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/offbeat/the-uk-s-greatest-driving-songs-1-8095784 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/b02dc573c9dd0920213d7434ea43817bfbc25f8c6aadc959ea19db4dd79df923.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T12:54:14 | null | 2016-08-23T10:30:00 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Ffylde-libraries-to-stage-fun-reading-for-children-1-8083409.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8083407.1471941124!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Fylde libraries to stage fun reading for children | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Fylde coast families are being urged to take part in a reading scheme to help their young ones get a taste for literature.
Libraries and museums across the county will host free events for children aged four to 11 and their families.
The event is called Reading Journey where youngsters visit their local library and complete eight tasks over the summer, including reading books of their choice.
And on Saturday, children will be able to have their photograph taken with one of the colourful cut-out characters that have featured in it.
Families will also get a free family visit to a Lancashire County Council museum for one child and two adults will be awarded to every child that takes part in the Journey.
Cleveleys Library will be featuring the Singing Mermaid from 9.30am to 1pm while Garstang Library will be looking at the Lancashire Cheese Unicorn at the same time.
The Reading Journey runs until Saturday, September 24 this year and is organised by Lancashire County Council.
After completing four tasks, children will be rewarded with a pencil and after completing all eight tasks they will receive a certificate and a pin badge.
Any books can be read, including factual, fiction, poetry, and books of jokes or picture books.
County CounMarcus Johnstone, cabinet member for environment, planning and cultural services, said: “The event is a fun way to keep children interested in the Reading Journey.
“It gives them an incentive to carry on, and rewards their participation so far.
“The important angle to this though is that it encourages children to keep reading and learning throughout their summer holidays.”
For more visit http://bit.ly/lancashirerj or phone 0300 123 6703. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/fylde-libraries-to-stage-fun-reading-for-children-1-8083409 | en | 2016-08-23T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/4bc73a1926bd60ee4a5f76f096c91c396c96f9c3f228511031c7864210bdc8f2.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T20:50:02 | null | 2016-08-30T20:00:23 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fchina-star-back-in-blackpool-55-years-on-1-8096369.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8096365.1472570776!/image/image.jpg | en | null | China star back in Blackpool 55 years on | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | A former Blackpool FC player who became the first Chinese man to appear in the top flight of English football returned to the resort after 55 long years.
Cheung Chi Doy, 75, reunited with former team-mates Jimmy Armfield, Glyn James, Tommy Thompson, Graham Oates and Barrie Martin at Bloomfield Road.
Former player Cheung Chi Doy reunites with his former Blackpool team mates. Below, inset, pictured during his playing days.
He was the guest of honour at the Blackpool FC v Plymouth Argyle match.
Chi Doy became the first Chinese player to move to England and play in the top flight after swapping Tung Wah for Blackpool in 1960.
He featured in two first-team fixtures against Bolton Wanderers and Sheffield Wednesday, in which he scored his one and only goal for the club.
In 1962 he returned to his homeland of Hong Kong to play for the Yuen Long football team, and went on to travel the world, playing for teams in Vancouver in Canada and St Louis in America before retiring to Lantau Island with his wife Jojo in 1978.
It’s even more beautiful than before and very crowded
He is thought to still be the first and only Hong Kong-born football player to have ever played for a European club.
He said: “Of course I’m delighted to come here again after 55 years and see some of my old friends like Jimmy Armfield and all the players. I’m really looking forward to looking around Blackpool. From 1960 compared to now, it’s completely different.
“It’s even more beautiful than before and very crowded. When I lived here in the 1960s, even when it was sunny there were very few people out past 7pm.”
Chi Doy was inspired to join Blackpool FC after they continued their 100 per cent win record from their 12-game 1958 Australian tour in his home country, where they secured two victories against Hong Kong teams.
Former Blackpool FC player Cheung Chi Doy in his footballing days. Picture by Blackpool FC
He returned to the club where he found British fame as part of a documentary of his life: ‘Finding Cheung Chi Doy’ by independent filmmaker Chan Fun Man.
Chi Doy said: “Blackpool FC came to Hong Kong twice and I met the club and made friends with some English reporters who introduced me to the manager.
“I wanted to come here to improve my football. English football is the best in the world and has a lot of very good players.
“I was really looking forward to going to the match.” | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/china-star-back-in-blackpool-55-years-on-1-8096369 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/66980aceaff994b97c6b64289a06962e49a3e1e62e971673c1372c678221d64c.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T13:12:44 | null | 2016-08-25T15:00:54 | Visit now for the latest theatre & comedy news - direct from The Gazette in Blackpool | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fwhats-on%2Ftheatre-and-comedy%2Fgirls-aloud-singer-in-blackpool-musical-cast-1-8087638.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8087634.1472117742!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Girls Aloud singer in Blackpool musical cast | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | A host of musical theatre stars will join pop star Sarah Harding and TV heart-throb Andy Moss when Ghost – The Musical heads to Blackpool.
West End star Jacqui Dubois will take on the role of Oda Mae Brown which was made famous by Whoopi Goldberg in the film of the same name.
Jacqui Dubois
Also taking to the stage will be Sam Feriday as Carl, Leo Sene as Willie, James Earl Adair as the Hospital Ghost, Gary Lee Netley as the Subway Ghost, Tarisha Rommick as Louise and Simbi Akande as Clara.
Completing the cast will be Lori Baker, Ethan Bradshaw, Lauren Drew, Matthew Vinetot, Mike Ward and Kelly Hampson. They will join Girls Aloud singer Sarah Harding who will star as Molly and former Hollyoaks actor Andy Moss who plays Sam.
Producer Bill Kenwright said: “Ghost is a story full of hope, and is one of those films which never leaves you. The book by Bruce Joel Rubin and score by Dave Stewart and Glenn Ballad come together wonderfully in one of my favourite new musicals in years.”
Winter Gardens Managing Director Michael Williams said: “We’re sure people are going to love the show when it arrives.”
Ghost is a story full of hope, and is one of those films which never leaves you
The double academy award winning film was a box office success when it was released in 1990 and starred the late Patrick Swayze, Demi Moore, Tony Goldwyn and Whoopi Goldberg. The show will run at Blackpool Opera House from Monday October 3 to Monday October 15. Tickets are on sale now from www.wintergardensblackpool.com | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/whats-on/theatre-and-comedy/girls-aloud-singer-in-blackpool-musical-cast-1-8087638 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/84e31822b4501dfa1fb0f92d901880ddc2ac86111b436c3b9d1eeefb368eb596.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T16:48:27 | null | 2016-08-26T17:07:45 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fthieves-break-into-charity-sea-mine-1-8091668.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8091667.1472227648!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Thieves break into charity ‘sea mine’ | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Callous thieves broke into a well-known Fleetwood ‘sea mine’ to steal money donated to charity.
Police were called at around 8.40am today to reports that the mine on Fleetwood sea front had been cracked open, and £10 worth of cash donated to the Shipwrecked Mariners Society stolen.
Anybody with any information is asked to contact police on the non-emergency number 101. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/thieves-break-into-charity-sea-mine-1-8091668 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/4eeea5c4b01aae5d99227c597f63271090434d8e7d6d524f30fcd95546b2bcc8.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T13:13:35 | null | 2016-08-24T11:49:39 | Visit now for the latest theatre & comedy news - direct from The Gazette in Blackpool | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fwhats-on%2Ftheatre-and-comedy%2Ftravels-with-my-aunt-as-greene-as-ever-1-8085819.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8085818.1472035764!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Travels With My Aunt as Greene as ever | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | This year marks the 25th anniversary of the death of legendary novellist Graham Greene and stage adaptation one of his most entertaining works ‘Travels with My Aunt’ will be coming to Blackpool Grand Theatre on Tuesday, September 20.
Described as “one very ordinary man’s extraordinary journey of self-discovery”, the story follows Henry Pulling, who leads a quiet bachelor life until his Aunt Augusta persuades him to travel with her initially to Brigton but eventually as far flung as Istanbul, meeting all sorts of weird and wonderful people along the way.
The plot mirrors Green’s own obsession with travelling and just four actors play the roles of over 20 characters.
The show has been adapted by Creative Cow, and the company’s co-founder Katherin Senior said: “We love the way Travels with my Aunt traces two voyages in parallel – one a physical cross-continental journey by plane, train and boat and the other a mind-blowing, eye-opening journey of self-discovery. Henry couldn’t be more different from Greene himself, who was adventurous, risk-loving and unconventional - but can we perhaps see some similarities by the end? It’s a great pleasure to be touring this work by one of our favourite authors in this anniversary year.”
Tickets are priced from £12.50 and are available by calling 01253 290 190. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/whats-on/theatre-and-comedy/travels-with-my-aunt-as-greene-as-ever-1-8085819 | en | 2016-08-24T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/b1ed2b821827bbd6f02f3a15fe42ccd3c9e5f9c077e28b852afb07450fd4375e.json |
[] | 2016-08-29T12:49:46 | null | 2016-08-29T12:16:25 | Visit now for the latest Blackpool business news - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fbusiness%2Ffylde-coast-mum-hoping-for-a-business-fairytale-1-8094280.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8094279.1472469365!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Fylde coast mum hoping for a business fairytale | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | A Fylde coast mum is hoping to sprinkle a little fairy dust to make her new business a magical success.
Anna Griffiths of Warton has taken inspiration from a former Dragon’s Den winner to launch her own venture aimed at mums with young children.
It is an online business and its all about bringing a child’s imagination to life
Just for Tiny People offers a range of toys and items handmade in Britain for youngsters – everything from fairy wings and wands to canopies, costumes and teepees which can be used indoors and out for all sorts of fun.
Anna said: “This is an affiliate business of the original JFTP set up by Effie Moss who secured £50,000 backing for a quarter of the business from Deborah Meaden on Dragons Den two years ago.
“I am mum to two of my very own tiny people, Lucy who is six and George who is three and I am a JFTP Business Fairy.
“It is an online business and its all about bringing a child’s imagination to life.
“There’s no better place to be than in a teepee or running around with fairy wings on your back!
“The teepees are ideal for role playing games, for a pirate ship, a castle, a rocket ship or a cave. It can be whatever a tiny person would like it to be.
“They are great places to spark the imagination of a tiny person, as well as a cosy place for story-time, colouring, relaxation and even forty winks.”
She said schools and nurseries have found them useful for book corners and play areas.
She added: “They are so diverse and can be used inside as well as out, taken to the beach or park for shade and then folded away and stored behind a door when not in use.”
Anna , who used to work in hospitality and with children’s organisations said the aim was also to exhibit at craft fairs and events and to create magical events, tepee story-times, fairy experiences too. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/business/fylde-coast-mum-hoping-for-a-business-fairytale-1-8094280 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/7ca3eccebcf5eac9b632925dcf5df01c7e51b06209db8e49e2a1d4369b3a8b33.json |
[] | 2016-08-31T10:50:11 | null | 2016-08-31T10:37:19 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fboy-seven-injured-in-blackpool-s-spanish-steps-incident-1-8097428.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8097426.1472636213!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Boy, seven, injured in Blackpool’s Spanish steps incident | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Beach chiefs have insisted there is no fault with the Spanish steps after a seven-year-old boy was left cut and bruised.
Susan Burrows, 37, from Warley Road, North Shore, was visiting the beach with her partner and son Thomas but was left shocked when he came up from a paddle with “blood pouring out of his hands and feet”.
The boys foot afterwards
She said: “Me, my partner and my little boy were sat on the sea front, it was packed out and I kept telling my little boy to take his socks and shoes off to have a little paddle.
“There was a puddle in front of the steps, he went down and we saw him go under the water, he’s come up and there’s blood everywhere.”
The Spanish steps are part of Blackpool’s £76m Prom revamp, between South Pier and North Pier, which have proved hugely popular with visitors.
Susan spoke to a lifeguard at the beach after the incident on August 17 who she claims said that this wasn’t the first time something like this has happened.
There was a puddle in front of the steps, he went down and we saw him go under the water, he’s come up and there’s blood everywhere
“A lifeguard came and did first aid, he checked all his cuts over and cleaned them,” she added.
“The lifeguard said that there’s a dip in the sand and nobody knows what’s under it. So it’s quite dangerous.
“The bottom step you can’t see, I asked what happened because we couldn’t see and he said that the bottom step is slippy so I think he’s just slipped on the step because you can’t see it.
“I sent an email to some environmental health page, who deal with Blackpool waters. I got an email back saying a reply would take 20 minutes.”
A spokesman for Blackpool Council said: “There is no issue with the Spanish steps.
“Tidal movements cause the sand to move around and a beach shovel is used to level the sand and reduce the height of any sandbank.” | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/boy-seven-injured-in-blackpool-s-spanish-steps-incident-1-8097428 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/0f60660d4fdecbf7c295c9823562aa304a7169de0fcc46b3373f30aca292cfb0.json |
[] | 2016-08-29T10:49:48 | null | 2016-08-29T11:24:06 | Visit now for the latest Blackpool health news - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fhealth%2Fangling-club-s-quick-revival-after-fish-virus-1-8094194.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8094193.1472466225!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Angling club’s quick revival after fish virus | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | A Fylde coast reservoir popular with anglers has now re-opened after a contagious fish disease caused it to shut.
Fleetwood Reservoir, on Maritime Street, closed after KHV - koi herpesvirus disease, was confirmed on August 9.
We are lucky - this thing could easily have wiped out our entire fish stocks
The disease causes fish to develop necrotic skin patches and can proved fatal.
But now the facility, which is overseen by Fleetwood Reservoir Angling Club, is open to anglers again.
However, it is still subject to strict statutory controls to prevent or limit the spread of the disease.
Paul Potter, club treasurer and secretary, said: “The amazing things is that now the angling seems to be better than ever.
“People are catching more fish than they were before. We’re not quite sure why that is, it does seem to defy logic, because we have lost 48 fish - that’s about a quarter of the fish we had there.
“We were told it would take several months to get back to normal.
“We are lucky - this thing could easily have wiped out our entire fish stocks.”
Mr Potter said anglers were being urged to follow guideline recommended by the Environment Agency (EA).
The measures include demands that all nets/mats be dipped before and after fishing and that keepnets are forbidden except in matches.
The EA will now visit the water twice a year to provide follow on support and to ensure there are no further issues, although they believe this unlikely. Fleetwood Reservoir Angling Club has some 100 members at present. The four acre water, which is owned by Fleetwood-based David Halsall Toys (Europe) Ltd, has depths from six feet to 20 feet. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/health/angling-club-s-quick-revival-after-fish-virus-1-8094194 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/a5fbd640482f937314a448b195f21fa1c303cb85d5f6d1f21ba28916601f4444.json |
[] | 2016-08-31T08:50:09 | null | 2016-08-31T07:49:12 | Visit now for the latest Blackpool crime news - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fcrime%2Fblackpool-police-hunt-for-balding-man-following-daylight-raid-1-8097058.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8097057.1472626811!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Blackpool Police hunt for balding man following daylight raid | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | A significant quantity of cash was taken in a bold daylight raid on a Blackpool home.
Police have released CCTV images of a man they would like to speak to following the burglary on West Park Drive.
The incident happened at around 3.30pm on Sunday August 21.
Officers believe the offender entered the property after scaling a fence by the rear garden, then breaking in through a window.
After a search of the address, a large quantity of cash – in the region of £1,000 – was stolen before the burglar made off.
Following investigation, police have released images of a man they want to speak to in connection with the incident.
PC Nick Trangmar, of Blackpool Police, said: “We are appealing for information following a burglary at an address in Blackpool.
“The offender has stolen a large amount of cash and we need to find the person responsible.
“We have released images of a man we want to speak to in connection with the incident.
“If you recognise him, please contact us immediately.”
Anyone with information can contact police on 101 quoting crime reference WA1612846.
Alternatively Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/crime/blackpool-police-hunt-for-balding-man-following-daylight-raid-1-8097058 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/8e4983fd474f8443a6bd5fecc50bb0016297c890854d037506641613624d504f.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T13:09:18 | null | 2016-08-25T08:55:23 | Visit now for the latest football news - from The Gazette in Blackpool | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fchelsea-s-multi-million-milan-approach-1-8087295.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8087294.1472111707!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Chelsea’s multi-million Milan approach? | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | You're almost there.We've just sent a confirmation email to . Check it out to confirm your registration.
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[] | 2016-08-26T18:49:28 | null | 2016-08-26T18:03:35 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fplans-for-heritage-centre-in-fleetwood-1-8091745.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8091743.1472230996!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Plans for heritage centre in Fleetwood | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Plans are under way for a new maritime heritage centre in Fleetwood.
Peter Brady, founder of an organsiation called the Fleetwood Maritime Heritage Trust, says the facility will be aimed at people who want to carry out detailed studies into the port’s maritime history.
Frank Colley
The heritage centre will offer something different than Fleetwood Museum.
Premises in the town have been earmarked for the project and although Mr Brady says he is not in a position to identify the site, he is confident the centre can open in a matter of months.
He said: “The centre is the culmination of over 16 years of serious research work by members of the Fleetwood Maritime Heritage Trust.
“It will present the real story of how Fleetwood has evolved within this sector since the early 1800’s and specifically why today we are a seaport without any ships.
“Particularly how our economy has been tragically run into the ground by the gradual diminution of one or other of the elements of our long-standing trade.
“The Trust was established because of the lack of proper information about how Fleetwood developed.
“We are about to provide for the first time the real story of how Fleetwood has evolved within this field.
“This will be done primarily through a series of books highlighting the ups and downs of this sector.
“It will present information not just on fishing but also the cargo trade and in more recent times the ferry services to the Isle of Man and Ireland.
“Visitors to the centre will be able to sit down and peruse these at their leisure.
“In all there will be 12 published books, each covering a decade of developments in the greatest detail possible. From time to time there will also be exhibitions on specific subjects of this heritage.”
Mr Brady, who lives nearFleetwood town centre, says he did not just want to present the information on a website, but wanted to offer people a fuller experience.
He said: “The internet has its good points but we believe the printed word to be superior. Since the era of the Doomsday Book and the early sagas, scholars have managed to achieve the full learning curve in this manner.”
Mr Brady says the centre will include thousands of photographs to illustrate this information and visitors will be able to access these during their stay.
He added: “When the Trust was established in 1999 there were four trustees.
“Sadly three have in the meantime passed away and are being replaced gradually as the Centre nears reality.
“Within the current band of Trustees, in addition to local people there are now one each from Iceland and the Faroe Islands.
“Both have long-standing connections to Fleetwood and their presence highlights the important role that these nations played in Fleetwood’s development, particularly during the two World Wars.”
Mr Brady is a former trawler manager who ran several operations, including Fleetwood Deep Sea Fishing Enterprise.
He also edited a magazine called Commercial Fishing, but is now retired and is concentrating his efforts on the Trust.
Sadly one of the Trust members, Frank Colley, has just died aged in his late eighties, but Mr Brady says the work will continue. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/plans-for-heritage-centre-in-fleetwood-1-8091745 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/78fe5982c31f1fa76d9bdd86fb18c1e75755194603c356db8b3b2cd7e60c116b.json |
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"Natalie Walker"
] | 2016-08-26T13:03:26 | null | 2016-08-15T10:00:28 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Ftop-10-things-to-do-in-lancashire-at-the-weekend-1-8066330.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8066329.1471007903!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Top 10 things to do in Lancashire at the weekend | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Here is a list of things to do at the weekend.
PAID: Sing-a-long Frozen, Blackpool, Sunday August 21
Do you want to build a snowman?
Join Anna, Elsa and Olaf on the big screen in sing-a-long Frozen at The Philharmonic Show Bar, Fox Hall Road, Blackpool.
Let it go like never before and sing your heart out together. Tickets are £5. Doors open 7pm, with the Disney film screened at 8.30pm.
The show is on every Sunday until October. To book tickets visit http://www.bigoneproductions.com.
PAID: Xplorer, Fleetwood, Saturday August 20
Xplorer is a fun outdoor activity for children and their families.
Children will enjoy using a simple map to complete the navigational challenge through Memorial Park, off Warrenhurst Road, Fleetwood.
To take part register at the memorial park, collect a map and answer sheet and off you go. Entry is just 50p. Open from 1pm until 3pm. The activity day is also scheduled for September 17.
FREE: Morecambe Food and Drink Festival, Sunday August 21 to Monday August 22
Local and national producers of food and drink will line the Festival Arena Promenade from 11am until 6pm on Sunday and Monday.
Top BBC Fusion Chef Aazam Ahmad, along with local chefs, will present cookery demonstrations throughout each day. There is also a children’s cook-off competition, plus family entertainment. Admission is free.
PAID: Southport Flower Show, Thursday August 18 to Sunday August 21
Located in Victoria Park, the event will feature stunning show gardens, the finest flower and vegetable displays, specialist food and demos, celebrity guests, a ladies day, gala evening and an exclusive VIP experience. There is even a Minecraft experience for children.
Tickets are £19 per person, with discounts available. For event timings and tickets, visit http://www.southport.co.uk
FREE: Outdoor Cinema, James and the Giant Peach, Preston, Saturday August 20
As part of They Eat Culture’s participation in the British Film Institute’s National Dahl Programme, families can enjoy Roald Dahl’s classic James and the Giant Peach on the big screen in the Flag Market at 8.30pm. There will be warm up music and a workshop activity to keep youngsters entertained, from 7.30pm. Limited seating is available so feel free to bring seating, blanket and refreshments.
FREE: Model Railway Weekend, Carnforth, Saturday August 20 and Sunday August 21
From 10am until 4pm, Carnforth Station Heritage Centre, in Warton Road, hosts a two-day model railway exhibition. Whilst marvelling at the intricate miniatures, visitors can also wander through the various exhibitions at the centre. These include information about film maker David Lean, the age of steam and a 1940s gallery. Free entry.
FREE: 1940s Day and Gala, Darwen, Saturday August 20
Darwen Market Square will step back in time to the 1940s, from 10am until 4pm.
Families are encouraged to dress up in vintage gear and soak in the war time nostalgia, as there will be lots going on throughout the day to keep the whole family entertained. There will also be a tea dance with all the favourite 1940s sounds.
Meanwhile, the 51st Annual Darwen Gala takes place in the afternoon.
The parade starts at 12.30pm in Borough Road, with the gala starting an hour later.
This annual event is a celebration of groups, charities, businesses and people from the former mill town of Darwen.
FREE: Charity Fun Day, Chorley, Sunday August 21
Former soap stars Bruce Jones (Les Battersby) and Dean Sullivan (Jimmy Corkhill) are guests of honour at Dantes Halfway House, in Preston Road, from noon until late. There will be performances by singers and dancers, and Britain’s Got Talent finalist Steven Hall will entertain. Children can also meet their favourite superheroes. Proceeds go to ADHD Lancashire and ADDISS.
FREE: Gruffalo Adventure, Brockholes, Friday August 19
Families are invited to explore Brockholes Nature Reserve’s Deep Dark Wood, discover woodland creatures and hopefully track down the Gruffalo, from 2pm until 4pm. This is part of the Wild Families series of events, aimed at getting the whole family outdoors and working together. Tickets are £5 per person or a family ticket of four, for £18. Brockholes is located off junction 31 of the M6.
PAID: Outdoor Theatre, Hoghton and Chorley, Sunday August 21
Heartbreak Productions perform Shakespeare’s The Tempest at Astley Park’s Walled Garden, at 5pm. Tickets £10 adults, £7 children. Meanwhile, Tangled Dance Company presents an enchanting outdoor dance performance of Once Upon a Twisted Tale at Hoghton Tower, with a children’s interactive section, 12pm, 2pm and 4pm. Tickets £6 adults or £4 children. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/top-10-things-to-do-in-lancashire-at-the-weekend-1-8066330 | en | 2016-08-15T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/731d8e12f9bb986f66dbd2431a20029f5ec051d1465aaeb01b85bc3fd73c6466.json |
[] | 2016-08-27T14:47:23 | null | 2016-08-27T14:59:09 | Visit now for the latest Fleetwood Town FC news and reports - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Ffleetwood-town-fc%2Ffleetwood-s-attacking-team-at-southend-1-8092430.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8092429.1472306700!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Fleetwood’s attacking team at Southend | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Fleetwood have named an attacking line-up as they seek their second win of the season at Southend this afternoon.
Attackers Bobby Grant and Devante Cole have come into Uwe Rosler’s starting line-up, while Victor Nirennold and Ash Hunter drop to the bench.
There is also a place among the substitutes for potential debutant Martyn Woolford, while Aaron Amadi-Holloway misses out.
Fleetwood team: Neal, McLaughlin, Pond, Eastham, Bell, Jonsson, Ryan, Grant, Cole, Ball, Long.
Subs: Cairns, Bolger, Duckworth, Nirennold, Woolford, Kip, Grant, Hunter
SouthendOxley, Demetrious, Thompson, Barrett, Coker, O’Neill, Leonard, King, S McLaughlin, Cox, Bridge; subs: Smith, White, Sokolik, Atkinson, McGlasham, Mooney, Williams | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/fleetwood-town-fc/fleetwood-s-attacking-team-at-southend-1-8092430 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/ddbe445745c64cd3aa3db2963b2ad0f400799f472aa9b4d1e1589953fdb31140.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T13:08:19 | null | 2016-08-25T06:00:00 | Visit now for the latest Fleetwood Town FC news and reports - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Ffleetwood-town-fc%2Ffleetwood-chief-backs-hunter-for-high-flying-future-1-8087101.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8087100.1472109780!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Fleetwood chief backs Hunter for high-flying future | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Fleetwood chairman Andy Pilley says Ash Hunter has similar qualities to Jamie Vardy and is backing him to play at a higher level.
Hunter penned a new three-year deal last week and Pilley says the club is keen to help the 20-year-old develop.
Pilley said of Hunter: “He is a player we have really high hopes for. He has clearly got something.
“I think he has a special talent to score goals. He is a remarkably good finisher and we think he has a great future in the game.
“We think he will inevitably go on to a higher level than League One because he has such good movement. His future is whatever he decides to make it.
“We will work very hard with him. We have a fantastic base, fantastic facilities, and a head coach (Uwe Rosler) who was a forward himself and will make him a much better player.
“He scored a super goal against Leeds United, a top Championship team, and I am convinced the more we work with him the better he will get because he has a God-given talent to score goals.”
Hunter scored his second goal of the season in last week’s win over Oxford and Pilley added: “The more he does that the more game-time he will get and I am certain he will be a regular starter, not just someone who comes off the bench.
“His goals per minute ratio is exceptional. I’d be very surprised if anyone in League One has a better ratio over the last 18 months.
“He has a goal every 110 minutes, which is fantastic.
“We are keen for him to stay here. We want to develop him into the finished article.
“We think he has Vardy-esque talents. He plays a very similar game – he is fearless.
“He is not just scoring goals, he is creating as well and we are delighted to have him tied committed to Fleetwood Town.
“Hopefully he can get to the Championship with us; if not, I think it is inevitable he will move on to a bigger club.
“He is someone who gets the crowd on the edge of their seats. He is a fan favourite and that is why we are delighted he has committed himself for such a significant period of time to the club.
“Equally, we have committed ourselves to him. We will look after him.
“He has obviously got him a better package and we can make him a better player. We can get him playing at a level above.” | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/fleetwood-town-fc/fleetwood-chief-backs-hunter-for-high-flying-future-1-8087101 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/1fc8cb4a1af3f8530102e016d4703fd955c35027ddeae48362078a12fb4be693.json |
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"Digital Editor"
] | 2016-08-31T12:50:10 | null | 2016-08-31T12:17:54 | Visit now for the offbeat news - from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Foffbeat%2Fprincess-diana-remembered-19-years-on-1-8097804.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8097803.1472642384!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Princess Diana remembered 19 years on | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Sorry, we're having problems with our video player at the moment, but are working to fix it as soon as we can
The world was stunned by the tragic death of Diana, Princess of Wales, on August 31, 1997.
Britain woke to the news that the people's princess had been killed in a high speed car accident in Paris.
Princess Diana
Early reports claimed that Diana had survived the crash which also claimed the lives of Dodi Al Fayed and the vehicle's driver, Henri Paul.
In the early hours it was announced that Diana had died after lengthy attempts to resuscitate her at a nearby hospital.
The accident happened after the princess left the Ritz Hotel in the French capital with her companion, Dodi Fayed, son of Harrods owner Mohammed Al Fayed.
The princess' car was being pursued at high speed by photographers on motorbikes when it hit the 13th pillar of the Ponte de l'Alma road tunnel.
Blood analysis at the time showed that Paul, the driver of the black Mercedes was illegally intoxicated. In a statement Buckingham Palace said the Queen and the Prince of Wales were "deeply shocked and distressed".
Prince Charles broke the news of their mother's death to Princes William and Harry at Balmoral Castle in Scotland where the royal family had been spending the summer.
The death of the People's Princess led to unprecedented displays of grief.
Here we remember her life in pictures. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/offbeat/princess-diana-remembered-19-years-on-1-8097804 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/36ca6d245540055764aa3588c4cfd43587cef6f5f71a6b5927d08cab3603b52c.json |
[] | 2016-08-28T10:49:19 | null | 2016-08-28T11:24:01 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Ftrial-for-couple-over-policeman-s-dog-bite-1-8093031.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8010635.1472379153!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Trial for couple over policeman’s dog bite | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | A couple accused of having an American Bulldog, said to have been dangerously out of control and which bit a police officer on the leg in Fleetwood, have been given a date for their trial.
Mitchell Flackett, 29, of Lawson Road, Blackpool, and Rebecca Smith, 22, of Tarn Road, Thornton, pleaded not guilty to being in charge of a dog dangerously out of control outside an address in the port’s Arden Green and injuring a police officer on May 18.
Flackett further denied being in charge of the dog when it was said to be dangerously out of control in the front garden of an address in the port’s Hamlet Road.
The defendants had their case adjourned to November 21 for trial, by District Judge Jeff Brailsford, sitting at Blackpool Magistrates’ Court. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/trial-for-couple-over-policeman-s-dog-bite-1-8093031 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/c9066185e419d0463d9a772cb9d55d7c22db6624422b5ba152efcef2ae1dccee.json |
[] | 2016-08-31T12:50:21 | null | 2016-08-31T11:55:00 | Visit now for the latest Blackpool business news - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fbusiness%2Fstar-surprises-to-light-up-blackpool-awards-1-8097259.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8097258.1472633081!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Star surprises to light up Blackpool awards | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | The organisers behind one of Lancashire’s biggest business awards have promised a host of familiar faces to entertain the sell-out crowd at its ceremony next month.
The Be Inspired Business Awards, the BIBAs, will announce its winners at a star-studded event at The Blackpool Tower on Friday, September 16.
Babs Murphy, chief executive of awards’ organisers the North and Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce, said they had signed up a 1980s legend and a more modern entertainer to perform at the event.
She also revealed a star of the big screen would be the host for the evening at the tenth annual awards.
The chief executive said: “The BIBAs has become a permanent fixture in the calendar of Lancashire’s business community because of the calibre of entertainment it provides.
“Not only do we provide a spotlight for the best the county has to offer and then provide them with a sumptuous meal for the evening, we also put on some amazing entertainment.
“There are some big shoes to fill with the likes of Peter Andre, Matt Cardle and Russell Watson having gone before, but I have no doubt the line-up for 2016 will have something for everyone.
“We are working on our two star acts performing a duet which will go down in BIBAs history.”
The BIBAs’ judging panels have selected the winners of its 17 main prize categories while winners have also been selected for its Most Inspiring Young Person Award and its lifetime achievement prize, Lancastrian of the Year.
The Most Inspiring Young Person Award winner has been selected from names put forward via its BIBAs Foundation, the awards’ charitable arm. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/business/star-surprises-to-light-up-blackpool-awards-1-8097259 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/ed498ac41cb125165c4bb55ef14b88d0912bc5653c46c01f100b728969dab826.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T10:48:14 | null | 2016-08-30T11:14:18 | Visit now for the latest boxing news and reports - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fboxing%2Fchamp-cardle-ready-for-tough-defence-1-8095517.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8095516.1472552038!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Champ Cardle ready for tough defence | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Lytham boxer Scott Cardle, who will defend his British lightweight title in Glasgow on October 7, says he will enter the ring stronger for his clash with Grimsby’s Kevin Hooper - but insists he will need to be.
The match has finally been made and Cardle knows full well he will have to be on his A-game.
Cardle said: “Hooper is a stand-up fighter, who will never give up, so I am expecting a hard fight because this is such a massive opportunity for him and I am sure he will be up for it.
“I have not been over-impressed with myself in my last two performances and since then I have been building up my power and my strength.
“I need to be ready for the best Kevin Hooper.”
The two have shared a ring before - in sparring - and Cardle says: “That was about two years ago and was over a total of 10 rounds.
“I like to think that I had the upper hand on that occasion, but it was a very tough spar.
“We have both probably improved as boxers since then.”
Nothing has come easy for Cardle in his title defences.
Sean Dodd gave him all the trouble he could handle when the pair met for the first time, Cardle pulling it out of the fire in the final round with an explosive stoppage.
When they squared up again, it was ruled a draw, with the Dodd camp screaming foul that their man should have got the verdict.
Since the meeting with Dodd, Cardle had a ticking-over fight, beating Ivan Njegac, of Croatia.
On each occasion when he met Dodd, Cardle found the overwhelming volume of support was for the popular Birkenhead man, and he found himself the ‘villain’ of the piece.
Cardle said: “It will be strange when I next fight because against Dodd, I was the bad guy and the underdog.
“I hope the people of Glasgow will get behind me on the night.
“My home-town is Lytham, but all my family come from Glasgow.”
He added: “I thought I would have this fight in September, so I am two weeks’ ahead of schedule and I don’t want to over-do things at this stage, but I will be right on the night and leave no stone unturned.”
Top of the bill at the SSE Hydro in Glasgow on October 7 will be on the undercard of Ricky Burns’ World Boxing Association world super lightweight title fight against Kiryl Relikh. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/boxing/champ-cardle-ready-for-tough-defence-1-8095517 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/4d1073414349a21b6dc7c7a9d1a5466892644c772a12ee09ceeca1cc7aa22df1.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T20:48:27 | null | 2016-08-26T20:00:00 | Television and film news, reviews and features - from The Gazette in Blackpool | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fwhats-on%2Ftv-and-film%2Fthe-purge-election-year-one-hack-n-slash-too-far-1-8085542.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8085540.1472030127!/image/image.jpg | en | null | The Purge: Election Year - One hack ‘n’ slash too far | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Sobering political reality trumps blood-saturated fiction in the third instalment of James DeMonaco’s horror series, set in a dystopian America which has legalised murder for 12 hours every March to sate the population’s bloodlust and reduce crime levels for the rest of the year.
The original film, released in 2013, was a guilty pleasure fusing nail-biting tension with explosions of shocking violence.
A gruesome follow-up, The Purge Anarchy, fell short of expectations and now The Purge: Election Year polls a similarly lukewarm response by attempting to skewer the American political establishment.
Unfortunately, the real-life horror show of the 2016 race for the White House - a contest dripping with bile and intolerance - is far more disturbing than anything writer-director DeMonaco can conjure on screen for his beleaguered characters as they attempt to survive another night of wanton slaughter.
A potentially delicious subplot - the influx of murder tourists, who travel to America on Purge night to commit unspeakable crimes that are forbidden in their own countries - is undernourished and goes nowhere.
Eighteen years after her entire family was slaughtered on Purge night, Senator Charlie Roan (Elizabeth Mitchell) is poised to narrowly win the 2022 Presidential election by campaigning on a promise to end the annual cull.
Her rival, Minister Edwidge Owens (Kyle Secor), is a firm believer in the Purge and has the full backing of the New Founding Fathers (NFF), the shadowy political hierarchy led by Caleb Warrens (Raymond J Barry).
These men and women in tailored suits are distressed by the possibility of Roan winning over the electorate and they plot to eliminate her.
“We are going to use this year’s Purge to do some spring cleaning gentlemen!” snarls Warrens, who masterminds a scheme to undermine the security measures put in place by the Senator’s trusted bodyguard and protector, Leo Barnes (Frank Grillo).
Meanwhile, as the 7pm siren to signal the start of the Purge approaches, hard-working shop owner Joe Dickson (Mykelti Williamson) and his assistant Marcos (Joseph Julian Soria) have an ill-fated run-in with two thieving schoolgirls (Brittany Mirabile, Juani Feliz) that they might regret when the blood-letting begins in earnest.
The Purge: Election Year is one hack ‘n’ slash too far for DeMonaco’s neat premise.
Plotting is flimsy and characters are thinly sketched, so we don’t have a strong emotional attachment to them.
Williamson provides comic relief to dissipate tension, almost putting a bullet in the head of one friend, who creeps up on him.
“Good Lord! It’s Purge night. You don’t sneak up on black people!” he shrieks.
Fans of earlier films will get their kicks from the gory set pieces but the lack of new ideas and directorial verve is palpable.
It’s time for a complete reshuffle behind the cameras. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/whats-on/tv-and-film/the-purge-election-year-one-hack-n-slash-too-far-1-8085542 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/32c4ae10025ba098a34e233ade5ad5443ba37a70c11b9ca73bd1ef68a7d32965.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T08:48:15 | null | 2016-08-30T09:26:31 | Visit now for the latest horse racing news and reports - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fhorse-racing%2Fsimpson-s-selections-1-8095246.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8095245.1472545573!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Simpson’s Selections | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | You're almost there.We've just sent a confirmation email to . Check it out to confirm your registration.
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Please try again later by clicking the resend welcome email link from your profile page. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/horse-racing/simpson-s-selections-1-8095246 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/a798beb1ac8bafd6faa2ac831e66199d41dbb634b689cc4b70b9acb7630dd252.json |
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"Shelagh Parkinson"
] | 2016-08-30T12:49:58 | null | 2016-08-30T13:20:40 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Frescuer-tells-of-relief-after-fire-escape-1-8095876.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8095874.1472559621!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Rescuer tells of relief after fire escape | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | A woman today recalled how she raised the alarm to ensure a mother and baby could get out of a burning house.
Becky Thomas had been alerted by smoke alarms after fire broke out in the ground floor hallway of her home in Peter Street, Blackpool.
Detectives are currently investigating the cause of the blaze which is a suspected arson attack.
Ms Thomas, 31, had to be treated for smoke inhalation following the incident just before 12.45am last Thursday.
Her 36-year-old boyfriend suffered burns to his feet after the pair tried to put the flames out.
A 22-year-old woman and a one-year-old baby from the first floor flat escaped before fire crews arrived.
Ms Thomas said: “My boyfriend and I had been watching TV and then we went to bed.
“He fell asleep but I was awake and I heard the front door open and close. I came out and saw the flames and they were starting to spread up the stairs.
“The smoke alarms were going off like mad.
“My boyfriend got a bucket of water to put the flames out, while I ran up and knocked on the door of the flat upstairs and told my neighbour to get out quickly.
“Thankfully we all got out, because we could have all been trapped.
“Afterwards I was in shock because if I hadn’t heard something, we might not all be here today.”
Two fire engines from Blackpool and South Shore attended the incident.
Severe damage was caused to a carpet on the first floor, with smoke damage to the ground floor common entrance hallway and to the ground floor and first floor flat common areas.
Detectives are appealing for anyone who saw anything suspicious to contact them with information.
Call police on 101. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/rescuer-tells-of-relief-after-fire-escape-1-8095876 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/97f6354c19cfdf463c3630142243b19779ae0c75f63910730c029fbb5353a8e0.json |
[] | 2016-08-31T12:50:25 | null | 2016-08-31T12:23:41 | Visit now for the latest Blackpool crime news - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fcrime%2Ffleetwood-from-the-courts-31-08-16-1-8097819.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8087331.1472642673!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Fleetwood: From the courts 31-08-16 | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | A couple accused of having an American Bulldog, said to have been dangerously out of control and which bit a police officer on the leg in Fleetwood, have been given a date for their trial.
Mitchell Flackett, 29, of Lawson Road, Blackpool, and Rebecca Smith, 22, of Tarn Road, Thornton, pleaded not guilty to being in charge of a dog dangerously out of control outside an address in the port’s Arden Green and injur- ing a police officer on May 18.
Flackett further denied being in charge of the dog when it was said to be dangerously out of control in the front garden of an address in the port’s Hamlet Road.
The defendants had their case adjourned to November 21 for trial, by District Judge Jeff Brailsford, sitting at Blackpool Magistrates’ Court.
• A man accused of robbing another man of possessions including a distinctive Harley Davidson gold ring has made his first appearance at court.
Andrew Mee, 25, of Rossall Road, Cleveleys, is charged with robbery – taking the man’s ring, mobile phone and wallet on March 12.
He is also accused of causing £450 of damage to the front door of Sherratts jewellers, Victoria Road West, Cleveleys.
Pam Smith, prosecuting, asked for the case to be heard at crown court.
Mee was bailed to appear at Preston Crown Court on September 28 by Blackpool magistrates.
He must not go within 100 metres of The Venue, North Promenade, Cleveleys, and not within 20 metres of Sherratts jewellers as conditions of his bail.
• A woman headbutted her female partner in the face causing her nose to bleed as they grappled over a phone.
Maria Dell, 46, of North Church Street, Fleetwood, pleaded guilty to assault.
Chrissie Hunt, prosecuting,said Dell, who had been drinking all day, argued with her partner on August 10 at 5.45pm.
Dell agreed to pack her bags and leave, but there was then a squabble over a phone during which the defendant headbutted her partner.
When interviewed by police Dell told officers she had a long-standing alcohol problem and that there was an element of self-defence on her part during the incident.
Patrick Nelligan, defending, said the relationship was now over as far as Dell was concerned. She was now trying to stay teetotal.
Dell was sentenced to a 12-month community order with up to 10 days’ rehabilitation to be supervised by the probation service, put on a residence order to live at her given address for 28 days and ordered to pay £150 compensation to her victim by District Judge Jeff Brailsford sitting at Blackpool Magistrates’ Court.
• Police discovered almost a quarter of a million pounds worth of cannabis at a fish merchants premises in Fleetwood, a judge was told.
Fish deliverer, Stephen Dell, had allowed the building to be used for growing and storing cannabis because he was in debt.
Dell was engaged to the daughter of the owner of Marshall’s fish merchants and his innocent father-in-law-to-be ended up being arrested for the defendant’s crime.
Dell, 34, of Waverley Avenue, Fleetwood, pleaded guilty to being concerned in the management of the port’s B and R buildings and permitting the production of a class B drug there on December 1 last year.
Martine Connah, prosecuting, said Dell had been a casual employee at Marshall’s delivering fish.
The buildings were leased and Dell had allowed two men to use a section of the building he had used as a gym.
The prosecutor said: “Police found 275 established plants and a significant amount of cannabis bush which had been vacuum packed.
“The total value of the drugs was £242,270.”
When interviewed, Dell told police he had been about £2,000 in debt to two men he did not identify.
He did not want them going round to his parents so he allowed them to use part of the fish storage building and gave them a key.
He said he was told letting them use the building would cancel out his debt and that he had an idea of what was going on there.
He had a previous conviction from 2012 for possessing class B drugs with intent to supply them.
Gerry Coyle, defending, said that Dell’s innocent father-in-law had been arrested after the cannabis was discovered.
Dell had voluntarily gone to police and told them what he had done and thankfully his father-to-be was exonerated.
Dell was bailed for sentence on September 21 at Preston Crown Court by District Judge Joanne Hirst who said: “An operation of this scale with an extremely high value of drugs recovered should be sentenced at crown court.”
• A plumber was spoken to by police after officers became concerned about the manner of his driving,
Martin Prestedge, 37, of Redeswood Avenue, Cleveleys, pleaded guilty to driving without insurance.
He was fined £250 with £85 costs and ordered to pay £30 victims’ surcharge by District Judge Joanne Hirst sitting at Blackpool Magistrates Court.
Martine Connah, prosecuting, said police went to the address of the registered keeper of a Ford Mondeo on July 12 about midnight, after officers became concerned about the way the vehicle was driven on Norbreck Drive.
Prestedge admitted he had been driving the car.
Prestedge told the judge that it was his partner’s vehicle and he had believed he was on the insurance policy to drive it.
After being arrested he had lost his van and job. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/crime/fleetwood-from-the-courts-31-08-16-1-8097819 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/e536f942b2ec2427a8f19e7a27938b929dcbb3c9094748e13f3768b6d3682ccf.json |
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"Nicola Adam"
] | 2016-08-30T14:49:18 | null | 2016-08-30T14:06:16 | Visit now for the latest music news - direct from The Gazette in Blackpool | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fwhats-on%2Fmusic%2Freview-sister-act-at-manchester-palace-theatre-1-8095965.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8095960.1472563742!/image/image.jpg | en | null | REVIEW: Sister Act at Manchester Palace Theatre | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | It is never a good start for any performance when ‘technical difficulties’ delay the start, particularly for half an hour in a particularly humid, packed theatre on an August Bank holiday Monday night.
And it was clear when curtains finally came up just after 8pm, that the enforced delays had left several of the cast as well the audience a tad discombobulated.
Sister Act. Directed and Choreographed by Craig Revel Horwood
Nerves were apparent in the opening scenes but as the the cast got into their stride the audience went along for the ride, making for a memorable performance by a truly talented cast.
Alexandra Burke of X Factor fame was perfectly cast as the outrageous singer on the run Deloris van Cartier, making the role made famous by Whoopi Goldberg her own, and once again proving she has the vocal chops to shine on stage following her extremely successful run in the Bodyguard.
There is no doubt that she and the other nuns are the stars of this piece, juggling Craig Revel-Horwood’s (of Strictly fame’s) witty choreography, with some roof-raising and memorable numbers.
Sarah Goggin’s performance as Sister Mary Robert constantly drew the eye and raised the roof with her remarkable voice..
Sister Act. Directed and Choreographed by Craig Revel Horwood
But set pieces and solos by the male cast members, gave the production a depth and context that set up the exhilarating ensemble numbers.
Under Revel-Horwood’s direction, the comic acting and singing by Aaron Lee Lambert, Ricky Rojas, Sandy Grigelis, Jon Robyns andSamuel Morgan-Grahame has the audience sniggering and laughing out loud.
All the music was produced live by the cast and small band, meaning some characters were singing, dancing, acting and playing a variety of wind and string instruments. There was so much going on it was difficult to know where to look on stage ( in a good way).
If I was being super critical I would say this approach left a slight disconnect between some of the scenes, possibly due to the multi-role playing and hard-working cast being tasked with moving scenery and performing simultaneously.
But like all good productions the niggles seem to melt away as the performance progressed.
The audience were on their feet for a well-deserved standing ovation at the end as the production ended on an extremely enjoyable high note.
Sister Act is on at Manchester Palace Theatre until September 3. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/whats-on/music/review-sister-act-at-manchester-palace-theatre-1-8095965 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/3e3ac535101ba9e86074b12c772486d569ccfc19e3fa22a54188d95fe774bbf4.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T12:56:41 | null | 2016-08-26T12:00:00 | Visit now for the latest Blackpool business news - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fbusiness%2Fblackpool-mum-launches-therapy-business-dream-1-8090087.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8090086.1472197836!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Blackpool mum launches therapy business dream | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | In a bid to work for herself, single mum Debbie Leech qualified as a level three Beauty therapist at Blackpool and Fylde College whilst bringing up her baby.
Rather than find a job which would restrict her work-life balance, Debbie decided to set up her own holistic therapy business, Peaceful Anam.
After initially working from home as a mobile therapist, Debbie approached the owner of Sundome, a tanning salon on Highfield Road, and was offered the opportunity to rent a room. Debbie is now a fully qualified massage therapist offering various massages, facials and Hopi candle treatments.
It was a win-win situation for both parties as it provided the chance to improve facilities for existing clients and to expand the client base at the salon.
Thanks to expert support from Blackpool Council’s Get Started service, Debbie gained vital knowledge to help her run a successful business.
Debbie said: “Get Started gave me the confidence to start a business and with some initiative and forward thinking, and child minding support from my family, I am now the proud owner of my own therapy salon.
“Get Started have supported me from day one and recently assisted with training on how to gain online and social media presence. It makes such a difference when you are a sole trader to know someone is there for you.
“Being able to give a better start for my child as well as re-join the workplace has made me extremely proud.”
Coun Mark Smith, Blackpool Council’s Cabinet Member for Business and Economic Development said: “It’s great to see another business get started thanks to our professional help. Debbie benefited from one-to-one support and took part in free business courses to give her the necessary know-how to run a successful business.
“It’s really encouraging to see single mums choosing to live their dream, becoming their own boss and supporting their family. I wish Debbie all the best for her business to become an established and successful part of the local community.
“Of the businesses that Get Started has helped in the last year, 90 per cent are still operating and in some cases, doing very well indeed. That’s because businesses can still benefit from our expert advice and support after they are up and running.” | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/business/blackpool-mum-launches-therapy-business-dream-1-8090087 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/db1744de0f0655759e6055d1b5ce0161ebb751b123bcc6ca2ccecd3e706e0c9d.json |
[] | 2016-08-29T20:49:48 | null | 2016-08-29T21:18:54 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwilly-wonka-actor-gene-wilder-dies-1-8094930.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8094929.1472501914!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Willy Wonka actor Gene Wilder dies | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Willy Wonka star Gene Wilder has died aged 83.
The Hollywood actor, known for roles in comedy classics such as Young Frankenstein and Blazing Saddles, has been hailed a “comic genius” and one of the “great talents” of his generation.
Wilder’s nephew said he died earlier this month in Stamford, Connecticut, having suffered from Alzheimer’s disease, the Associated Press reported.
His friend Mel Brooks, who directed The Producers, the classic comedy in which Wilder starred, said on Twitter: “Gene Wilder-One of the truly great talents of our time. He blessed every film we did with his magic & he blessed me with his friendship.”
Comedian and presenter Dara O Briain tweeted: “Gene Wilder has died. Sad news, but such a life well lived. For me, Young Frankenstein just pips Wonka, but so many wonderful performances.
“Expecting to hear people were fans of Blazing Saddles, Producers and Stir Crazy, but amazing number going for See No Evil, Hear No Evil.”
Stephen Fry tweeted: “Farewell #GeneWilder, comic genius. Thank you for all those happy happy hours.”
One of Wilder’s best known films is Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, in which he plays Roald Dahl’s enchanting candy man. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/willy-wonka-actor-gene-wilder-dies-1-8094930 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/37a44b34512b2d4100ad77658b18ea9307f92dd156f0282037e0942c7dc1f292.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T12:49:17 | null | 2016-08-30T11:58:29 | Television and film news, reviews and features - from The Gazette in Blackpool | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fwhats-on%2Ftv-and-film%2Flindsay-creates-a-film-sure-to-be-remembered-1-8095642.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8095638.1472554685!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Lindsay creates a film sure to be remembered | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | A Blackpool woman is preparing to premier her first short film having made the stop from in front of to behind the camera.
And Lindsay Bennett has chosen her home town to provide the backdrop and talent for short film Lions, Tigers and Bears which is set to feature as part of the Other World’s Festival later this year.
Scenes from Lions, Tigers and Bears, by Lindsay Bennett
Actor Lindsay sunk her own cash into the production, which is up for consideration to be screened at 55 other festivals around the world.
The drama short about the fear of being forgotten and the consequences of wanting to be remembered and follows Alfie, a successful but ageing rock star and his manager Juliette who has dedicated her life and career to his success. When Alfie explains that he wants to quit while people still know who he is, Juliette has a bigger plan to make sure his name will always be remembered.
The film was shot at Berlin Studios in Bispham and at Bootleg Social in Topping Street.
And Linsday, 36, a former Greenlands High School Pupil, was keen to get local talent involved.
It’s my first film so I’ve financed it myself which was a big step given I’m due to get married
Blackpool band Sound of Superstring provided the soundtrack with Paul Horrocks from the band taking the role of Alfie.
Lindsay said: “I’d written a couple of solo theatre shows, it seemed a logical progression from acting.
“I’ve been involved in a few independent films and I wanted to see if I could make the jump from in front of to behind the camera.
“It’s my first film so I’ve financed it myself which was a big step given I’m due to get married.
“But I wanted to do it and I had a very clear vision.
“I knew I wanted Paul Horrocks for the part.
“We wanted to use local talent.”
A production company from Bolton, which Lindsay had worked with previously as an actor, shot the film with the first-time director adamant everybody should be paid industry rates.
“It was a big undertaking,” said Lindsay.
“But I’m glad we did it.
“It’s a film which deals with some quite serious themes.
“I hope it will be well received.” Executive producer on the film was Rick Thompson, the man behind Blackpool’s Other World’s Festival.
And he was keen to have Linsday’s film screened as part of the event.
Lions, Tigers and Bears will be shown at the Regal Cinema in Church Street during the festival which runs from October 13 to October 16.
Lindsay, who also co-stars in the short, is hoping her work will be seen in wider circles to.
She said: “It’s been submitted for 55 festivals around the world.
“You never know with those but hopefully we’ll be able to show off what Blackpool has to offer on some international screens.” | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/whats-on/tv-and-film/lindsay-creates-a-film-sure-to-be-remembered-1-8095642 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/9c1c10ffe72d90afe9384076ad1bb00a7e0daa7025a7be097c2093b4b3c4aa03.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T12:58:18 | null | 2016-08-19T20:00:00 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Ftraveller-families-tell-of-importance-of-blackpool-horse-fair-1-8079338.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8079332.1471623487!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Traveller families tell of importance of Blackpool horse fair | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Familes setting up camp on fields near Blackpool for an annual horse fair have spoken about the event.
This is a Gypsy horse fair but really anyone can come along especially if they are interested in horses.”
Youngsters having fun at the horse fair on Garstang Road West
Jim Smith had one eye on the weather as he stood in the field where hundreds of members of the Traveller community were gathering for an annual event near Blackpool.
Jim’s family had pitched up at the site off Garstang Road West in bright sunlight earlier in the week, but now the clouds were blackening and the rain starting to pour.
He said: “It’s a shame about the weather for the weekend but this is an important gathering for us and I am sure we will get many more people coming.
“It is basically a horse fair, one of a few that happen regularly in the year.
Lorna Fielding looks at one of the horses.
“Everyone knows about the Appleby Horse Fair and people come from all over the world for that, but this one is important too.
“It’s part of our tradition. Nowadays people have caravans and 4x4s but they still love the horses like they did when they pulled the caravans.
“So this is about the horses, the carts and anything to do with horses so anyone can come along.”
He said the families all had an interest is the animals and there would be great interest in the many Welsh cobs, trotters and ponies which were tethered around the site.
John Smith with Sentilena Smith.
David Edwards had brought his pony cart along for the weekend but was not sure how much chance of riding out he would get with the rain and wind coming in.
He said: “We could do with a little bit of Irish luck with the rain.
“I love the horses and it is good to see so many people getting together with theirs.”
John Hull said he had come from the Midlands to see relatives in the Blackpool area.
He said he understood that some people might be wary of hundreds of travellers in the area but he said no-one wanted to cause any problems.
Last year complaints were made about people riding horses and buggies in a dangerous way along nearby roads.
And Wyre Council and the police have spoken to organisers to urge a responsible attitude when using horses on the roads.
Numerous signs had been put up at the gates giving advice and highways laws to the Travellers about riding out from the camp area.
He said: “This is an important tradition for Travellers.
“We have family who live in the Blackpool area pretty much all year round and it is a chance to see them.
“The horse fairs allow families to get together who may have not seen each other for a long time so no-one wants any problems”
“Many people in Blackpool have a Traveller or showman background and things like this have been going on for years.”
Wyre Council has published a route for the Travellers to drive out on Sunday from 10.45am and police have warned drivers about the event.
The horses will head west from the camp towards Blackpool before turning south past Mereside and the motorway through Peel and Higher Ballam to Lytham.
From there it will head via Saltcotes to Wrea Green to Great Plumpton Weeton and back to the camp. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/traveller-families-tell-of-importance-of-blackpool-horse-fair-1-8079338 | en | 2016-08-19T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/5b7e973c0fb7b75089e90d0d7296129f9018bdf4cd3a71524c1e505e9d75dee3.json |
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"Katherine Clementine"
] | 2016-08-28T12:49:28 | null | 2016-08-28T12:00:00 | Visit now for the offbeat news - from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Foffbeat%2Fflexibility-key-to-good-mother-daughter-relationship-1-8091703.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8091702.1472228645!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Flexibility key to good mother-daughter relationship | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | A mother’s state of mind rather than her teen daughter’s stroppy attitude is the key to surviving adolescence, according to new research.
Adolescence was a tough time for both teenage daughters going through puberty and parents having to cope with their emotional roller coaster of changing hormones.
Now scientists have found the exact formula so that mums and daughters can survive those turbulent years.
If teenage girls can manage their emotions and both are flexible in coping with the changes their relationship may stand the test of time, Canadian researchers found.
Those mums and daughters who struggled to adapt had the worst relationship quality afterwards, researchers at Queen’s University, Ontario said.
But it was the mother’s mental health rather than the daughter’s which was key to how the relationship fared.
If mums had depression and anxiety, her relationship with her daughter was more likely to be doomed.
Co-author Dr Jessica Lougheed in the department of psychology said: “This study reflects a growing need to examine how typically developing adolescents - those without a diagnosis of any major mental health issue - learn to manage their emotions.
“Being able to effectively manage emotions in different kinds of emotional contexts - called ‘emotion regulation’ - is a crucial part of healthy development.”
The study examined how mother-daughter pairs were able to manage transitions between emotional states.
They questioned 96 typically developing adolescent girls and their mothers individually about the quality of their relationship and whether symptoms of anxiety and depression were internalised.
The mums and daughters then answered a questionnaire on times when they felt happy, worried, proud, frustrated, and grateful toward each other and took part in a series of three-minute conversations about those emotional experiences.
Researchers then analysed the emotions they showed throughout the videotaped sessions.
Unsurprising, mums with less anxiety and depression symptoms, alongside ‘moderate levels of flexibility’ throughout the changes, had a better quality relationship.
But, the most flexible mums and daughters showed no links with relationship quality or mental health - suggesting that a moderate degree of flexibility is optimal for a strong and healthy relationship.
Associate Professor Tom Hollenstein said: “We have speculated, but never tested the hypothesis, that flexibility is sort of an inverted-U function in terms that a certain amount is just right, but too much and you become disorganised and leaning towards a lack of coherence”.
The findings showed that it was the mother’s depression and anxiety, as opposed to the daughters, that was consistently related to the degree of flexibility.
Dr Lougheed added this showed adolescence was not just a time of development for children, but a developmental transition for parents as well.
She said: “The adolescent developmental period is an important transition for parents and adolescents alike.
“Generally speaking, parents and teens who are able to ‘go with the flow’ of new emotional experiences in their relationship will likely be show better well-being in other ways as well.”
The study was published in the journal Emotion. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/offbeat/flexibility-key-to-good-mother-daughter-relationship-1-8091703 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/3f1d455385ea917fb0d0d925c554d6d8da5b1abe40bd4ebbe7f0ef27575f0650.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T13:08:55 | null | 2016-08-26T08:05:43 | Visit now for the latest Fleetwood Town FC news and reports - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Ffleetwood-town-fc%2Fneal-hopes-hard-work-pays-off-1-8090036.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8090035.1472195126!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Neal hopes hard work pays off | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Chris Neal highlighted an important issue for Fleetwood Town to tackle in training this week – dealing with second balls.
The Town number one shone at Bolton last weekend, pulling off a number of fine stops, including a sharp double save.
However, Bolton won 2-1 after overturning David Ball’s opener for Town – and speed of reaction to the second ball was a factor.
First, Amri’i Bell cleared David Wheater’s header off the line but Gary Madine was first to the rebound and fired home.
Then Conor Wilkinson’s header across the box dropped fortuitously to Kaiyne Woolery before Josh Vela steamed in to scored the winner.
And Neal says that being first to such rebounds and ricochets is something Town are working on ahead of Saturday’s trip to Southen.
The 30-year-old former Shrewsbury and Port Vale keeper said: “What we have been told is that second balls in this league are the ones that we need to concentrate on.
“Unfortunately we did not do that at Bolton, but we are work on that on the training ground this week and for the rest of the season.
“But Uwe Rosler (head coach) told us to keep our heads up as there is no point sulking about it.
“We put in a good performance at Bolton. We have not been outplayed and we move on to the next game.
“The most important thing is the team, but personally it was good to pull off some saves at Bolton.”
Neal is encouraged to see his new club playing without fear this season.
He added: “We went to Bolton with nothing to fear and I think that showed.
“We were disappointed not to come away with any points – we should have at least come away one.
“I think we showed against Leeds (in the EFL Cup-tie which Town lost on penalties) that we don’t fear anyone.
“The manager has instilled that in us and all the coaching staff.
“It means that when we are going away to some of the bigger clubs in the league, like Bolton and Charlton, we are not fearing anything.”
Neal is expecting a physical test at Southend tomorrow, similar to the one he experience on his debut in the 1-1 draw at Northampton on the opening day.
The St Albans-born keeper, who began his career at Preston, added: “We move on now and we have a big game again on Saturday.
“I’m expecting a similar game to the one at Northampton.
“They have quite a small pitch and are a physical team – that is how they look to play.
“It is going to be a tough game but we have a full week to prepare and we will go there looking to pick up some points.” | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/fleetwood-town-fc/neal-hopes-hard-work-pays-off-1-8090036 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/d12188974191a3e11eb7eb9c86e98053274363a8eb4943e936ae9caa3ceaf167.json |
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"Diane King"
] | 2016-08-31T10:50:10 | null | 2016-08-31T11:35:26 | Visit now for the offbeat news - from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Foffbeat%2Faverage-road-journey-delay-time-increases-1-8097670.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8097669.1472639703!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Average road journey delay time increases | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Motorists experienced greater delays on the roads as journey times increased during the second quarter of 2016, according to data from the Department For Transport.
An average delay of nine seconds per mile on the strategic road network (SRN) was a 1.3 per cent increase on the figures for the year up to the end of March 2016.
Average speed on the SRN - the motorways and ‘A’ roads managed by Highways England - also fell. Between July 2015 and June 2016, the average speed was 59.2mph, a 0.2 per cent decrease on the previous figures.
The reliability of travel times on the SRN also fell, with 68 per cent more time needed to ensure on time arrival - a 2 per cent increase on the previous quarter.
The average delay on local ‘A’ roads in England in the year ending June 2016 saw a year-on-year increase of 3.8 per cent to 45.2 seconds per vehicle per mile, with average speed consequently down 1.5 per cent on the year ending June 2015. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/offbeat/average-road-journey-delay-time-increases-1-8097670 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/70b5c08902de3b1fa58b4198e34320e05e17eba9b4939929181bebbf828bf197.json |
[] | 2016-08-31T08:48:33 | null | 2016-08-31T07:50:56 | Visit now for the latest Fleetwood Town FC news and reports - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Ffleetwood-town-fc%2Frosler-anger-over-town-show-1-8097061.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8097060.1472626233!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Rosler anger over Town show | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Uwe Rosler labelled last night’s Fleetwood Town performance as “probably the worst since we walked through the door” but he was pleased to win the club’s first-ever game in the newlook Checkatrade Trophy.
Town defeated a young Blackburn XI 1-0 at Highbury, watched by just 382 spectators in the Parkside Stand, the only side of the ground which was opened.
Devante Cole netted the only goal in first-half stoppage time as Town gave debuts to loan signings Kyle Dempsey and (off the bench) George Glendon, while there was a first start for Martyn Woolford.
And Rosler accepted that the introduction of new players could have affected his side’s fluency in this first of three group games.
The head coach added: “We had relatively new players who have not been in many training sessions because we’ve had so many games lately, so I understand how we started the game.
“We were not keeping the ball well enough in the right areas but we still had three or four chances early on.
“When we went to three at the back and five in midfield we had our best period. We looked very positive and we opened them up.
“But credit to Blackburn, they worked us out and in the second half our midfielders couldn’t get on the ball.
“They put pressure on us by winning lots of second balls and they made us go long.
“They deserved at least one goal, so a draw would have been the fair result. They were a young, energetic and ambitious team with good players.”
Rosler could take comfort from a second straight win to build on the victory at Southend in League One last Saturday.
He said: “The win in the main thing and we are starting to get into the winning habit. We have to work really hard to keep the momentum.
“But I need players to be there when their chance comes round and perform, and we have not performed as we can as a team today.”
Rosler did not sound as though he was expected any deadline day transfer activity when asked by The Gazette.
He said: “I don’t think anything will happen. Maybe there will be something going out but I don’t think anything coming in. That would be a surprise.
“My priority is always to make this squad better and add quality but sometimes the right player at the right price is not available, and it’s very likely nothing will happen on Wednesday.” | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/fleetwood-town-fc/rosler-anger-over-town-show-1-8097061 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/627d731a0bc94a68837df0d6e49511479d2f4c9c39f1135e8dff79d7134b4bfc.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T13:11:06 | null | 2016-08-26T11:00:00 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fattendance-landmark-in-store-1-8090263.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8090262.1472202434!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Attendance landmark in store | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | There is a landmark in store as preparations are finalised for fourth and final play in Lytham Hall’s current open air theatre season takes place this weekend.
Danny Champion of the World, being staged by the Illyria company on Sunday at 4pm, looks set to take the total attendances for the 27 outdoor performance at the Hall since 2010 over the 10,000 mark.
The three plays staged so far this summer – Chapterhouse’s Wuthering Heights in mid-June, and Illyria’s Midsummer Night’s Dream and Ruddigore in July – have together attracted some 1,200 theatre enthusiasts, a 10 per cent increase on last summer’s attendance figures.
The performances have also raised thousands of pounds over the years for the Lytham Hall Restoration Appeal Fund, including £3,500 last year – and Hall officials have asked for public support as they continue to come to terms with the shock blow of a £1.7m grant for restoration work at the venue being withdrawn by the Heritage Lottery Fund.
Tickets have been selling well for Sunday’s performance of Roald Dahl’s family play and season organiser Julian Wilde is looking forward to an eye-catching finale to a successful summer.
He said: “It will be a real Bank Holiday weekend treat for families and with our numbers and our ticket prices comparing favourably with other venues, we are delighted to be welcoming visitors from all over Lancashire, Cheshire, Greater Manchester and Merseyside.”
Illyria’s artistic director Oliver Gray feels that Danny has proved to be one his most appealing family shows. “It has some very poignant moments in a strong storyline and our 95-day tour to 84 different venues has seen attendances consistently high,” he said.
Gates will be open from 2pm for picnickers, with the show finishing at 6pm. The audience should bring their own low-backed seating and suitable clothing. A special area will be reserved for children to sit on the grass in front of the stage.
Tickets, at £13 for adults, £10 for seniors and students, £6.50 for schoolchildren and £3 for pre-school youngsters aged from three, are available from www.illyria.uk.com and as well as from Lytham Hall (01253 736652), Plackitt and Booth Booksellers, Lytham (01253 796958), Lowther Pavilion Box Office (01253 794221), Stringers Homelife, Lytham (01253 740700), Storytellers Inc, St. Annes (01253 781690), Bennetts Bakery, Ansdell (01253 736318). | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/attendance-landmark-in-store-1-8090263 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/2b954b517a41a7a10cb5ce5df6c8171617e0f32ae61fcdb91adc9d41a2bf0220.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T13:10:46 | null | 2016-08-26T10:30:00 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Ftram-consultation-draws-to-a-close-1-8090115.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8090114.1472198639!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Tram consultation draws to a close | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Consultation ends today on proposals to extend the Blackpool tramway from North Pier to North Station.
The £22m proposal is set to see trams run up Talbot Road.
Council chiefs, who have backed the scheme, say it is vital to link the railway network with the town’s tram system.
But some sectors have objected to the move, including the Blackpool Licensed Taxi Operators Assocation.
It fears installing additional tram tracks will increase congestion, including at the junction of Talbot Road and the Promenade.
South Shore resident Chris Steele has attracted 222 signatures to an online petition calling for the extension to be stopped until the town gets a new bus station.
The petition has been posted on change.org.
Mr Steele said: “The town needs a bus station.
“The disruption caused by the works on the back of the Illuminations, followed by Crossleys bridge is going to condemn the town to years of traffic chaos for very little benefit in the case of the extension.
“The finished product will compound the errors already made on the Promenade that have taken a major road out of Blackpool’s very compact, and now congested, highways network during peak times.
“Access to front of the Winter Gardens, the Grand Theatre and the north side of the Houndshill is going to be made very time consuming.
“That quarter of town will be choked off.”
A new tramway terminus will be built close to Blackpool North station on the site currently occupied by the Wilkinsons store, which the council has purchased.
The council is also paying £4.7m towards the extension with central Government putting up the remainder of the funding.
Coun Gillian Campbell, deputy leader of Blackpool Council, has previously said the transport network “drives our local economy”. She added: “From bringing visitors in to helping businesses grow, it is all underpinned by a working transport system.” | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/tram-consultation-draws-to-a-close-1-8090115 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/0ef3cd80234c10415d29f7778d8ac01ed112570b74786ea44d39d03831be4c79.json |
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"Stuart Chandler"
] | 2016-08-27T06:48:32 | null | 2016-08-27T07:00:15 | Television and film news, reviews and features - from The Gazette in Blackpool | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fwhats-on%2Ftv-and-film%2Flong-to-reign-over-us-1-8084685.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8084684.1471968729!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Long to reign over us | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Victoria went on to rule for 63 years, and was our longest serving monarch until she was overtaken by Elizabeth II on tith September 2015.
BAFTA-nominated actor Rufus Sewell is cast alongside Jenna starring as Lord Melbourne, Victoria’s first prime minister. The two immediately connected and their intimate friendship became a popular source of gossip that threatened to destabilise the Government – angering both Tory and Whigs alike.
Tom Hughes stars as Prince Albert. Appearing in the drama from episode 3, Albert immediately makes an impression on the young queen, his first cousin. Although Victoria resisted attempts to rush her into marriage initially, her partnership with Albert was a success and they would ultimately produce nine children.
We caught up with former Doctor Who companian Jenna to find out about the drama. . .
Jenna explains one of the most useful aids to understanding Victoria was her sketchbook...
“I read her diaries but although those have her words they’re more about the rhythm of her writing and her emphasis and consciousness in a way. She’s very emphatic in her writing.
What she likes is in capital letters and underlined and it was very thorough and passionate but I think for me, the most interesting thing was her sketchbook because that is the one thing that has been untouched of her vision and what interests her and how she saw the world. I never knew Victoria was such a good artist but most of what she draws is very human and is not about grandeur or jewels or affairs of state in a way it is much more about nature, horses and people, drama and opera and when she was younger the heights of passion and emotion. She drew Lord Melbourne a lot at one stage and then obviously Albert as well as a lot of landscapes. It is interesting to see the world through her eye which you feel more from her when looking through her sketches.”
What helped your transformation into Queen Victoria?
“We went through a lengthy process with the contact lenses trying to find the right ones that would look natural and work on camera. There were a couple that made me look like a white walker from Game of Thrones but I would rehearse in the lenses and I kept them in all of the time because once you have them in, to look at yourself in the mirror and see yourself completely differently is fantastic. It was the make-up designer Nic Collins idea to go with the lenses because in all of the portraits the one thing that really sticks out are her eyes; they are so big and such a known feature about her.”
But ultimately Jenna explains it was finding the voice of Victoria that was the biggest challenge...
“As well as the relationship between crown and girl it was her voice that was most interesting because for me I start at a place of voice and can hear the voice very clearly before I play a person or character so I think finding a regal voice that was of the time, accessible but not inhibiting in a way was a challenge. I listened a lot to Emily Blunt in Young Victoria and Judy Dench in Mrs Brown and bridging that age gap.
“For speeches you had to up it a certain notch and then when behind closed doors with Albert, finding the more human elements to her because I think one of the biggest fears in period drama is being so stiff that you become talking heads and you have to be mindful of the etiquette and as a girl, she is impulsive. Also taking her through an age. Beginning at 18 and growing her up and yet doing that quite quickly and in less of a marked way, going from someone who is vulnerable and actually insecure and inexperienced yet someone who has a big sense of will and who is incredibly stubborn and flawed yet trying to get across her likeability through that. Trying to get her lust for life through all of that.”
Jenna tells us what it has been like to undertake such an incredible role and what she was keen to portray to an audience.
“Something we spoke about a lot was this idea of playing between state and private, between Victoria’s public face, her private face and going between those two worlds. When she is in her quarters she is undone and private. It’s about finding the human within the role of Queen and discovering the girl taking on this incredible responsibility.’
“With so much access to her diaries you know a liEle bit about what her daily life was like. On the day of her coronation, for example, she woke up at 4am and could hear the crowds outside and the cannons being fired. It is so fascinating to think of her experience inside the palace and outside those four walls and what her relationship was to the public.
“So it’s about fulfilling that on screen, seeing her the way we see her, as queen Victoria in this role that she plays but also seeing her as the girl that she was, behind the scenes and playing between the private and public worlds.”
Queen Victoria had a vast number of hidden talents, which meant that Jenna had to learn a whole new set of skills for this role.
“It was very interesting because once I got the job it was a matter of three weeks before I had to be on horseback riding on camera, ballroom dancing and playing the piano. I managed to get some Beethoven down. I have a piano in my house and I have wanted to learn for ages so it was the perfect opportunity. Tom (Hughes) is an amazing musician, he actually really could do it all and I could do one small section and then completely fudge the rest by methods which were rather ludicrous. Apparently she sings opera but I’m not so sure I would get those skills up to par but we will see!”
Victoria start on Sunday at 9pm on ITV with a 90-minute special and continues on Monday. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/whats-on/tv-and-film/long-to-reign-over-us-1-8084685 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/c6439e360eb6055b8d1fa204dbe7e17c03c8564bced6d9ba551159d9fff2ee74.json |
[
"Philip Cunnington"
] | 2016-08-26T18:49:10 | null | 2016-08-26T18:00:00 | Television and film news, reviews and features - from The Gazette in Blackpool | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fwhats-on%2Ftv-and-film%2Fit-must-be-autumn-bake-off-s-back-1-8090271.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8090270.1472202961!/image/image.jpg | en | null | It must be autumn, Bake-Off's back | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | I’ve only just got back from my summer holidays, but it seems autumn is already here. Soon we will not be able to walk along a pavement without having to battle our way through a pile of mouldy old leaves, hoping something nasty isn’t hidden beneath.
How do we know this? By watching TV. The signs the season of mists and mellow fruitfulness has arrived are there. The X Factor ‘X’ is upon us, like some civilisation-ending asteroid of hyperbole about to create a crater of mediocrity on the national psyche.
Strictly Come Dancing’s annual sequinathon is also about to start, the celebs and Ed Balls already practising their rictus grins and desperate, ‘vote for me’ hand signals.
And the main TV channels are all pushing the new series of returning favourites and hoped-for hits, all of which we are expected to embrace as televisual hot water bottles as the nights draw in.
The BBC is first out of the blocks, with August not yet over. The first of their ‘major new dramas’ – all the BBC’s new dramas are major, it seems – is One of Us (BBC1, Tuesdays, 9pm).
At first glance, this is not comforting autumn viewing. A young pair of newlyweds, expecting their first child, are murdered, the families left to deal with the emotional fallout.
Then the killer pitches up in their hometown, a remote Highland fastness, and after a conveniently wild and stormy night, ends up dead in a barn.
It’s aiming for gritty and modern, there’s snot involved when people cry – which they do, a lot, and the famously mucus-y Juliet Stevenson stars – but by the end, when we’re left with a kind of locked room mystery, no shortage of suspects, and the police on their way, it’s all got a bit Agatha Christie, and what could be more comforting than that?
Well, the Great British Bake-Off (BBC1, Wednesdays, 8pm), that’s what. If you want something warm and snuggly this autumn, climb under the John Lewis 24-tog paisley comfort blanket of the Bake-Off with Mel, Sue, Paul, Mary and the 11 remaining contestants, and don’t get out until Christmas.
Play Mel and Sue innuendo bingo, guess whose Genoese sponge will collapse and marvel at Candice’s purple lipstick.
It’s what autumn nights were made for. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/whats-on/tv-and-film/it-must-be-autumn-bake-off-s-back-1-8090271 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/952f4df5bcd3ba69bdbc746ee19756fae6cc8f014ab3dc20ef4e63f292724158.json |
[] | 2016-08-31T12:50:15 | null | 2016-08-31T12:30:42 | Visit now for the latest Blackpool crime news - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fcrime%2Fharley-ring-on-list-of-items-in-theft-case-1-8097616.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8097615.1472638939!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Harley ring on list of items in theft case | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | A man accused of robbing another man of possessions, including a distinctive Harley Davidson gold ring, has made his first appearance at court.
Andrew Mee, 25, of Rossall Road, Cleveleys, is charged with robbery, taking the man’s ring, mobile phone and wallet on March 12.
He is also accused of causing £450 of damage to the front door of Sherratts jewellers, Victoria Road West, Cleveleys.
Prosecutor, Pam Smith, asked for the case to be heard at crown court.
Mee was bailed to appear at Preston Crown Court on September 28 by Blackpool magistrates.
He must not go within 100m of The Venue, North Promenade, and not within 20m of Sherratts jewellers as conditions of his bail. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/crime/harley-ring-on-list-of-items-in-theft-case-1-8097616 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/c8e6ea0a6f03f976c330dec5c3b3ddc4b2f7f6b6747470478f7457246a701fe1.json |
[] | 2016-08-31T12:50:12 | null | 2016-08-31T13:30:00 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fvolunteers-raising-vital-cash-for-illuminations-1-8097135.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8097134.1472629533!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Volunteers raising vital cash for Illuminations | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | The Friends of the Illuminations is urging businesses and residents to support its fund-raising efforts in aid of the Lights.
A total of £2,800 has already been raised from the annual banquet and ball held at the Viva cabaret bar in April.
People can still buy individual light bulbs which they can then sign, and which are this year being inserted into the Enchanted Forest feature. This year’s display will be switched on on Friday.
Shirley Hunt, of the Friends of the Illuminations, said: “We are still selling the lamps for anyone who wants to support that.
“The latest companies to come on board and help sell them for us are The Village Hotel and Blackpool Transport.
“We are also planning to hold a ‘switch off’ party at the Grosvenor Casino at the end of the Lights, and still want to hear from anyone who would like to join us as a volunteer.”
Anyone wanting to join the Friends, can contact Shirley on (01253) 345918. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/volunteers-raising-vital-cash-for-illuminations-1-8097135 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/39c2e5d29d28daa9cfac11002eda2482474a2b7de7393fc98e8c8e54788f3da6.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T13:10:37 | null | 2016-08-26T09:21:21 | Visit now for the latest Blackpool crime news - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fcrime%2Fpolice-seize-cash-from-suspected-drug-gang-1-8090134.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8087331.1472202681!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Police seize cash from suspected drug gang | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Police have been given permission to seize £1,100 mysteriously found in a car stopped at Blackpool.
Financial investigator for Lancashire police, Annabel Fowden, applied to be able to seize the cash under the Proceeds of Crime Act.
Blackpool magistrates agreed police could hold the cash for four weeks.
Ms Fowden told the court police stopped a black Saab on the Handsworth Road on August 23 at 3.55pm. Before the car stopped a man got out and ran off.
The car was searched and 11 bundles of banknotes were found in the passenger door pocket. The driver denied all knowledge of the cash and said the man had asked him for a lift. Ms Fowden said: “There is intelligence to show the vehicle is used by a drug dealing gang and travels between Blackpool and Liverpool.” | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/crime/police-seize-cash-from-suspected-drug-gang-1-8090134 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/a210f2ce14e773387d48154670675163755a69b7d5e562940dbabe539b0a1dce.json |
[] | 2016-08-31T08:50:08 | null | 2016-08-31T06:00:57 | Visit now for the latest Blackpool crime news - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fcrime%2Fparents-held-after-four-month-old-baby-is-found-with-significant-head-injuries-at-home-1-8096449.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8096447.1472628079!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Parents held after four-month-old baby is found with ‘significant head injuries’ at home | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | The parents of a baby girl have been arrested after their four-month-old daughter was found with ‘significant head injuries’ at home, police said yesterday.
The youngster was rushed to Blackpool Victoria Hospital after an urgent 999 call, before being transferred to Alder Hey Children’s Hospital in Liverpool, where she remains in a poorly condition, a spokesman said.
We remain at the very early stages of a police investigation to establish how she has come by her injuries
“We remain at the very early stages of a police investigation to establish how she has come by her injuries,” he told The Gazette.
The girl’s dad, a 28-year-old NHS worker, and mum, 29, both from Carleton, were quizzed by detectives after being held on suspicion of a section 18 assault — or grievous bodily harm.
The pair were arrested after paramedics were called to their home in Maldern Avenue, Carleton, at around 8.49pm on Thursday.
Their young daughter was rushed to A&E, with her condition described as ‘immediately life threatening’.
A spokeswoman for the North West Ambulance Service said she was unable to comment further because the 999 call came from the private residence.
But she did say it was given emergency ‘red two’ status and treated as a priority.
Only ‘red one’ calls, where patients have stopped breathing or do not have a pulse, are treated more urgently.
The girl was then taken to hospital at 10pm before being transferred to Alder Hey, a specialist children’s hospital, the police spokesman added.
Officers were called in at around 3.30am the following morning, and the man and women held.
“They were arrested on Friday morning and kept in until Saturday,” a source close to the pair, bailed until Monday, December 5, said.
Their two other young children were being cared for by another family member, he told The Gazette, which has chosen not to name the girl or her parents at this stage.
The county council, which is responsible for child protection, declined to comment. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/crime/parents-held-after-four-month-old-baby-is-found-with-significant-head-injuries-at-home-1-8096449 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/46d6423bde63df2bbe089f97fe1fa0babe3a0858e3658ba7eacac1659a4736dc.json |
[
"Michael Holmes"
] | 2016-08-30T08:49:54 | null | 2016-08-30T09:24:27 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fno-injuries-after-prom-crash-diverts-buses-1-8095235.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8091313.1472545447!/image/image.jpg | en | null | ‘No injuries’ after Prom crash diverts buses | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Nobody was hurt in a crash between a motorbike and a VW Passat, which happened outside The Velvet Coaster pub, on the Prom at South Shore, at around 8pm yesterday, police said.
The number one bus service was diverted via Station Road, Lytham Road, and Rigby Road, and traffic affected, while the vehicles were recovered and debris cleared. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/no-injuries-after-prom-crash-diverts-buses-1-8095235 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/672aeb6779e3b6721ad9e4b58edc136160331a5b052ed7f76b5cbaa541312d7a.json |
[] | 2016-08-31T06:48:28 | null | 2016-08-31T07:40:13 | Visit now for the latest Blackpool FC news and reports - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fblackpool-fc%2Ffans-vote-with-their-feet-as-pool-win-1-8097053.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8097052.1472625589!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Fans vote with their feet as Pool win | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Blackpool 2, Cheltenham 1
There can’t have been many Blackpool wins greeted with such a relative lack of fanfare - including those in the recent less than vintage seasons.
Welcome to the new Checkatrade Trophy, a competition written off before a ball was even kicked.
Combine group stages, selection criteria and - above all - the invites to 16 category one Academy sides and there’s the recipe for a thoroughly depressing night like that witnessed at Bloomfield Road.
If the opening night is anything to go by, there are an awful lot of sceptics who need to be convinced the competition has a future as bright as the thousands of empty orange seats on show.
Those critical of the replacement competition for the Johnstone’s Paint Trophy would have had a field day at Bloomfield Road last night.
A sub-1,000 crowd and two teams whose combined changes from the weekend ran into double figures showed the level of backing on and off the field.
Certainly the fans’ response to the new competition can be summed up quite easily; the level of demand was such that only one stand was open to supporters.
Cheltenham brought somewhere in the region of 70 followers, while the home support filled the best part of one-and-a-half blocks of seating.
Those who did turn up saw the Seasiders claim the spoils thanks to Kyle Vassell’s quickfire second-half double after James Jennings’ 20th minute strike had put the visitors in front.
In keeping with the rules - and through gritted teeth if last Saturday’s post-match press conference was anything to go by - Seasiders’ boss Gary Bowyer stuck with five of the starting line-up beaten by Plymouth Argyle.
Clark Robertson, Brad Potts, Mark Cullen, Colin Daniel and Armand Gnanduillet were the men to receive another runout as the Seasiders completed their eighth game in three-and-a-half weeks.
Kyle Letheren’s departure meant Sam Slocombe had to sit on the bench alongside Kyle Vassell, Henry Cameron, Bright Osayi-Samuel and Jack Payne.
In contrast, Kelvin Mellor, Andy Taylor, Jim McAlister, Tom Aldred and Danny Pugh were given the night off altogether.
Myles Boney was handed his first senior start in goal with Eddie Nolan, Mark Yeates, Luke Higham and Michael Cain pressed into
action.
It meant Gnanduillet and Cullen started up front with another chance to develop the partnership which showed such promising signs against Plymouth Argyle.
Nolan, Aimson and Higham slotted into the back four with Robertson, while Yeates and Cain joined Potts and Daniel in midfield.
It meant Bowyer’s players were outnumbered in the centre of midfield where the visitors had three men to the Seasiders’ two with Danny Whitehead, Harry Pell and Jonny Smith the men in question.
Town boss Gary Johnson, who made seven changes from the side which started on Saturday, went in with a back three of Rob Dickie, Daniel Parslow and Daniel O’Shaughnessy.
That put extra emphasis on his wing-back pairing of Jennings and Jack Barthram to provide width and get crosses in for their front pairing of Kobi Arthur and Amari Morgan-Smith.
It was the latter who had Cheltenham’s first opportunity, firing over from 20 yards inside the opening couple of minutes.
The Seasiders, however, grew into the game and had a hat-trick of presentable chances to open the
scoring.
Cullen got into the area and laid the ball back for Yeates, whose goalbound effort was blocked, seconds before Cullen headed over from Nolan’s cross.
The striker was even more profligate on 13 minutes, again heading off target from six yards after Yeates had fashioned space for himself on the left-hand side.
That was as good as it got for Bowyer’s players in the opening 45 minutes as the visitors began to assert themselves with Morgan-Smith and Arthur proving a handful for the home defence.
Arthur shot narrowly wide of Boney’s left-hand upright before Jennings broke the deadlock.
Excellent play from Harry Pell saw him accelerate into the area before cutting the ball back for Jennings to tap home from inside the six-yard box.
Smith’s dipping effort didn’t come down in time to catch out Boney, while Gnanduillet muscled his way through but was denied by the onrushing Calum Kitscha.
Both managers took the opportunity to rotate at half-time with two changes apiece.
James Rowe and Asa Hall replaced Pell and O’Shaughnessy for the visitors; however it was Bowyer’s changes which had the telling impact as Vassell came on for Gnanduillet and Potts was replaced by Jack Payne.
It was the visitors who had the first opportunities of the second half with Boney pushing out Jennings’ free kick before holding Smith’s shot at the second attempt.
Vassell, however, needed only 10 minutes to make an impact with his side’s equaliser.
Yeates advanced down the left before cutting inside and rolling the ball across for
Vassell to finish with a low strike.
Two minutes later and he was on the mark again, this time tapping home after Cullen had fired the ball across the face of goal.
He could have had a 10-minute hat-trick after Cullen sent Nolan away on the overlap but Vassell’s near post volley was blocked by a defender.
Vassell also fired off target after a free kick wasn’t cleared and Yeates curled an effort straight at Kitscha as the Seasiders sought a third.
However, as the game went into its later stages, it was the visitors who rallied once more in the hope of forcing penalties.
Hall fired inches wide from 25 yards and Morgan-Smith thought he should have had a penalty when he went down under pressure from Robertson - only for referee Ben Toner to rule it was the striker in the wrong.
There was still time for Boney to thwart Arthur in added time as Pool ran out winners - though it may not be one which lives long in the memory. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/blackpool-fc/fans-vote-with-their-feet-as-pool-win-1-8097053 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/004efc3fd3c1587997371741eba08bc5d806034582b38bdb7dfc027a988b5d7f.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T13:12:16 | null | 2016-08-26T09:04:14 | Visit now for the latest Blackpool crime news - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fcrime%2Fattacked-security-guard-meets-blackpool-victoria-hospital-medic-who-saved-his-life-1-8090116.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8090111.1472201438!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Attacked security guard meets Blackpool Victoria Hospital medic who saved his life | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | A security guard attacked outside outside a supermarket in Blackpool has had an emotional reunion with the off-duty medic who saved his life.
Peter Mowbray, an operating department practitioner – who works as an assistant in operating theatres at Blackpool Victoria Hospital – went to the aid of Darren Fisher when he was hit over the head with a bottle outside Sainsbury’s supermarket on Talbot Road on Tuesday, August 16.
Peter Mowbray
Mr Fisher had seen a man stealing two bottles of alcohol from the store, chased him, and was hit as he confronted him outside Subway.
Darren, 41, from Blackpool, said he would not have survived if it hadn’t been for Peter’s swift and professional actions.
Peter realised it was likely Darren had a bleed on the brain and even used the torch on his smartphone to carry out observations.
Darren said: “It’s an amazing thing that Peter has done. I’m forever in his debt.”
My medical training immediately kicked in. I could see that Darren’s left pupil was ‘blown’ which indicated a serious head injury
Peter, 49, who has worked at the hospital since 1986, had finished work for the day and was out for a drive in Blackpool at around 8.30pm with his wife Louise and 15-year-old son Bradley.
They were driving past Sainsbury’s supermarket when Bradley spotted Darren lying on the pavement and shouted for his dad to stop the car. Peter pulled up on the pavement then he and Louise went to Darren’s aid.
Peter informed the store manager that he was a medical professional and took charge of the situation. The ambulance service and police were called as Peter surveyed the scene.
Peter said: “There was blood and glass everywhere.
Sainsbury's supermarket in Talbot Road
“My medical training immediately kicked in. I could see that Darren’s left pupil was ‘blown’ which indicated a serious head injury.
“I got him to sit upright to reduce the pressure to his brain. “If I had got him to lie down his brain would have swollen and he would possibly have had brain damage or might even have died.
“Louise was on her knees supporting him to stay in an upright position.
“By keeping him upright we tried to avoid a brain injury. It could have gone either way.
“Darren’s hand was bleeding from the glass so I put a pressure dressing on it from the store’s medical kit and looked after him while we waited for the ambulance to arrive.
“After half an hour the police came and asked me what I needed. Two burly police officers came with a medical kit.
“It had complete breathing apparatus with an oxygen mask and a pulse oximeter to measure oxygen levels and the pulse.
“I did Darren’s neuro obs ervations on my iPhone. It has a pen torch on it and I used that to look into his eyes. I used it to make sure he was not deteriorating.
“Darren was aware of what was going on throughout. I told him not to move even though he had cramp in his legs. I told him he had a head injury and could deteriorate rapidly if he moved. He understood the importance of keeping calm and still.
“It was so important to try to preserve his brain – the last thing you want is a man with a young family suffering a brain injury and not being able to work. Everyone worked together to do their best for Darren on the day. It was a real team effort.
“It was quite frightening. In a hospital setting you can monitor everything. All I had was gravity and some basic bits of equipment.
“I felt really vulnerable but someone had to take control. I’m immensely proud that it all came together in the end.
“It’s a testament to the training I’ve had at the hospital that I was able to save this gentleman’s life.”
Darren, who has five children of his own and nine between him and his wife Colette, 47, was in hospital for three days after the attack and is making a steady recovery.
The first time he left home after his ordeal was to thank Peter personally at the hospital on Tuesday, August 23.
He said: “I wanted to thank Peter for saving my life.
“I’m still feeling a bit light-headed. The swelling has gone down.
“If Peter had not been there I don’t know what would have happened. I’m still able to be a dad to my kids now.
“All of the staff at the hospital were brilliant. I was treated like royalty.”
Darren got in touch with Peter through Facebook to thank him and to say how grateful he was.
Peter said: “We’ve become friends now. The comments on Facebook from Darren’s family have been lovely. They have thanked me for saving his life.
“It is humbling to receive such nice messages. It makes me feel as a person that I really made a difference to someone.
“It’s what my job is all about – making a difference and helping others. It all reflects well on the hospital.”
In his role as an Operating Department Practitioner (ODP), Peter usually works with anaesthetists in operating theatres.
Over the years he has also worked in the Emergency Department and on ITU (Intensive Trauma Unit).
Peter praised his son for spotting Darren: “If it hadn’t been for Bradley it could have been a very different story. He deserves huge credit.”
Bradley, who attends Hodgson Academy and assisted Peter until the ambulance arrived, said: “I was a bit nervous because I had never been in a situation like that before but my main priority was making sure Darren was OK.”
A spokesman for Lancashire Police said: “Peter and Bradley deserve huge credit for their swift actions in helping Peter.
“Without their intervention the outcome could have been very different.”
Sainsbury’s has also thanked Peter and sent him a card, chocolates and a bottle of Prosecco.
A spokesman for Sainsbury’s told The Gazette: “We’re relieved that Darren made a speedy recovery.
“Peter’s brave and calm response made all the difference and we’re grateful to all involved, including our first aider colleague and the police.”
Peter added: “As health care professionals we are all duty bound to stop and help if we see someone injured.
“I would like to think other people would do the same thing if it happened to me.
“I’m happy that, by all accounts, Darren has made a full recovery.
“I hope we’ll have a life-long friendship.”
Police continue to hunt Darren’s attacker. Call Lancashire Police on 101. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/crime/attacked-security-guard-meets-blackpool-victoria-hospital-medic-who-saved-his-life-1-8090116 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/3408ca4c1ed66f109256311bd6502082351bbc7afd346861d7cbff1c9a3494f8.json |
[] | 2016-08-29T06:47:59 | null | 2016-08-29T06:00:00 | Visit now for the latest Blackpool FC news and reports - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fblackpool-fc%2Fblackpool-great-ormerod-s-fan-tastic-farewell-1-8093787.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8093786.1472425129!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Blackpool great Ormerod’s fan-tastic farewell | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | There are popular footballers and then there are club legends.
And there is little doubt which category Brett Ormerod fits into as far as Blackpool FC fans are concerned.
So there was little surprise when Ormerod’s testimonial match at AFC Fylde yesterday drew a massive crowd.
The new Mill Farm stadium was packed with 3,615 roaring Seasiders fans.
They were determined to salute their hero, who wore the famous tangerine in two tremendous stints spanning 15 years (1997-2012), scoring 61 goals in 215 league appearances.
Those league appearances famously spanned all four divisions in the English game and Ormerod became the only Blackpool player to score in all four.
Ormerod’s sheer commitment is one of the reasons he inspired such fan devotion, battling back from a serious leg-break and contributing to Pool’s glorious Premier League adventure under Ian Holloway..
By that time Ormerod had already graced the top-flight with Southampton, for whom he also appeared in an FA Cup final.
He gave his wholehearted service to a dozen clubs in a playing career which ended only last year at Bamber Bridge, at the age of 39.
The most special of Ormerod’s countless footballing memories concern Blackpool.
But with Bloomfield Road considered an inappropriate venue for yesterday’s match in view of the ongoing unrest between club and supporters, AFC Fylde turned tangerine for the day as Ormerod’s team of All Stars took on an AFC Fylde Select chosen by Coasters boss Dave Challinor.
How Blackpool fans must have wished they could still field a side of such pedigree today. Among those lining up alongside Ormerod were Matt Gilks, Gary Taylor-Fletcher, David Vaughan, Phil Clarkson, Stephen Crainey, Ian Evatt, Johns Hills and Keith Southern.
It was certainly apt that Ormerod, the hero of the day, scored a hat-trick in a 5-5 thriller – one a glorious gem of a header from Hills’ cross, the other two textbook penalties.
And his two young sons, Riley and Dylan, even got in on the act, joining their dad on the pitch.
Ormerod left the field with just a couple of minutes remaining to a deserved standing ovation, but returned after the final whistle for more applause.
And he thanked those who had played their part in a day to remember, including host club AFC Fylde, his fellow players and the fans.
Ormerod said: “I appreciate everyone coming out, I really do. I’d like to Dave Challinor – he’s got a great team here – and David Haythornthwaite (Fylde owner/chairman) for giving me the opportunity to say goodbye.
“I can’t thank all the players enough – they are like family. They’ve even put up with my mood swings!
“And I’d like to thank the fans. You took me to your hearts and without you I wouldn’t be here.”
Some of the proceeds from the match, organised by Blackpool Supporters’ Trust, will go towards a fund set up to help former Seasiders player and coach Gary Parkinson, who has been seriously incapacitated by locked-in syndrome following a stroke.
Fans at the match couldn’t speak highly enough about Pool hero Ormerod.
Gary Armer, 31, from Whinn Lane , Out Rawcliffe, said: “We had to be here today.
“Brett Ormerod’s work rate was always amazing. He proved it time and again.
“He broke his leg but he came back better than ever. He is a club legend.”
Gary’s pal Simon Fielding, 31, from Argyle Road, Poulton, agreed.
He said: “Brett’s commitment rubbed off on other players and he’s done that throughout his career.
“It’s not just that he played in all four divisions, it’s the way he did it.”
Veteran Pool fan Kay Eaves, 72, of South Shore, said: “Brett Ormerod always gave 100 per cent.”
And Mark Cavney, 49, of Red Bank Road, Bispham, said: “I really enjoyed the game. It was a brilliant occasion.
“Brett Ormerod is a great ambassador for the game, not just Blackpool.
“He’s a down to earth lad, the sort you’d like to go for a drink with.”
Ormerod’s final game in a tangerine shirt certainly left his loyal fans feeling glad all over. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/blackpool-fc/blackpool-great-ormerod-s-fan-tastic-farewell-1-8093787 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/47b589ba8ce9d2b8a501cfc84fde600d04027c44080d1df96d64460ddd1c62ba.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T13:13:58 | null | 2016-08-24T12:30:36 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fstrictly-star-is-eyeing-stardom-on-blackpool-stage-1-8085659.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8085658.1472032539!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Strictly star is eyeing stardom on Blackpool stage | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Robert Rinder, star of reality show Judge Rinder, is targeting wowing Blackpool crowds after joining Strictly Come Dancing.
The 38-year-old criminal barrister said he had signed up for the show after being “mildly inspired” by former contestant Scott Mills’s Under The Sea red lobster dance.
She taught me how to cha cha. So I can do that one
Discussing his fellow contestants, Rinder said he had initially thought pop star Anastacia was “the surviving princess of Russia”, while the name Melvin Odoom “sounds like something from Lord of the Rings”.
The TV personality said he had a head start on the cha cha cha, having been taught to dance by his school nurse, Mrs Cornish.
“I didn’t really suit childhood terribly well so I’d go and sit in her room,” he said.
“She taught me how to cha cha. So I can do that one.”
He dismissed the idea that he would be happy to get as far as the Blackpool Tower Ballroom, saying: “People want you to pretend a little as if you don’t want to get as far in the programme as possible...what nonsense.”
Rinder oversees disputes over consumer issues, business, neighbourhood rows and allegations of negligence in his ITV courtroom.
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] | 2016-08-26T12:52:41 | null | 2016-08-22T10:00:51 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flancashire-recommends-book-stores-1-8078725.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8078723.1471611796!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Lancashire recommends.... book stores | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Here is a list of five popular bookshops in the county
Ebb & Flo, Chorley
Broadhurst's in Southport
Ebb & Flo bookshop is an independent bookshop in Gillibrand Street, Chorley.
Alongside more recognisable titles, its book selection offers something quirky to customers. With a children’s den area, there are activities and sessions for young learners.
The store stocks a wide range of French Djeco crafts, as well as handmade crafts by Darcey Fleur.
The shop also boasts an upstairs gallery, where local artists and photographers can exhibit their work. Prints and artwork are often for sale. The room is also available for hire.
Broadhurst’s Bookshop, Southport
Broadhurst’s Bookshop in Market Street, Southport has four floors of hidden treasures.
The ground floor houses the new bookshop, with fiction and non-fiction. Other floors include an extensive new children’s book department, two rare book rooms specialising in 19th and 20th century literature, modern first editions, private press books and a wide and interesting selection of antiquarian titles. There is also eight second-hand book rooms containing upwards of 50,000 titles on all subjects and a varied selection of 18th, 19th and 20th century prints and maps.
Halewood and Sons, Preston
Halewood and Sons is a family business established in 1867 by William Halewood. It has a vast stock of rare, interesting and collectable books, maps and prints in all subject areas.
Located in 37 Friargate, there is ample choice to browse around for the perfect second hand and antiquarian book. The five-generational store is particularly strong in travel, exploration, local history, Arthur Conan Doyle, and natural history.
For more information and a book search, email dhalewood@aol.com
Book, Bean and Ice Cream, Kirkham
Book, Bean and Ice Cream, run by Elaine Silverwood, is at the site of the former SilverDell bookshop, in Poulton Street, Kirkham. The shop relaunched with a new name, linking with Silverwood Events, to provide cultural and literary activities in a cafe and book shop setting.
Carnforth Bookshop, Carnforth
Carnforth Bookshop, in Market Street, is an independent, family run bookshop, established in 1977.
Situated over three floors, it stocks a wide variety of products, including new, second hand and antiquarian books, as well as a large selection of maps, gifts, cards, toys, stationery and art materials. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/lancashire-recommends-book-stores-1-8078725 | en | 2016-08-22T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/d8d1f2a8a5fa5b8df7e605d684dd2cbbd1a6ac352cbbc47dcba5f9d9f1b82d7c.json |
[] | 2016-08-29T10:49:49 | null | 2016-08-29T09:41:26 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fteen-charged-after-man-stabbed-to-death-1-8093979.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8093893.1472455772!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Teen charged after man stabbed to death | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | A teenager has been charged with murder after a man died from multiple stab wounds.
Daniel Bamford, 18, of Harvey Lane, Golborne, has been charged with the murder of a 42-year-old man and with wounding with intent after two people were stabbed in Darwen.
Officers were called by the ambulance service to Hazel Avenue at around 4.15pm on Thursday following reports a man and woman had been stabbed.
The man, 42, was pronounced dead at the scene having suffered a number of injuries.
A 42-year-old woman was also wounded and taken by ambulance to the Blackpool Victoria Hospital. She has since been released after receiving treatment.
Three males from Liverpool aged 15, 16 and 43 were arrested on suspicion of murder at a nearby address on Frances Street. They have since been released no charge.
A further three men aged 17, 18, and 33 were arrested in Liverpool on Friday afternoon.
The 18-year-old was being held on suspicion of murder and being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs, while the other two were being questioned on suspicion of assisting an offender and being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs.
A further three men aged 19, 23 and 44 were arrested later that day (Friday, August 26) in St Helens, Merseyside. All were arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender.
Following investigation, detectives charged Bamford who has been remanded in custody to appear at Preston Crown Court on Monday.
The remaining men aged 17, 19, 23, 33 and 44 have all been bailed to October 25.
Following formal identification, police can confirm the name of the deceased as Michael Keen, 42, of Darwen. A post mortem revealed he died from multiple stab wounds.
Detective Supt Paul Withers, from the Force Major Investigation Team, said: “A man has sadly lost his life and my thoughts remain with Mr Keen’s family and friends at this incredibly difficult time.
“While we have made a number of arrests and since charged a man, we would continue encouraging people to come forward and help with our enquiries.
“If anyone has any information about this incident that could help us I would urge them to either speak to a local officer or to call us direct.”
Anyone with information can contact police on 101 quoting incident reference 917 of August 25th.
Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers.org. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/teen-charged-after-man-stabbed-to-death-1-8093979 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/352bb48e7da14a948a5c50725ffc83da87fcd41e62a4af54abb86655749bade7.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T06:48:11 | null | 2016-08-30T06:00:00 | Visit now for the latest Blackpool FC news and reports - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fblackpool-fc%2Fblackpool-boss-slams-timing-of-trophy-tie-1-8095000.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8094999.1472508669!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Blackpool boss slams timing of trophy tie | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Blackpool make their bow in the new Checkatrade Trophy tonight – but manager Gary Bowyer isn’t happy about it.
The Seasiders welcome Cheltenham Town to Bloomfield Road (7.45pm) for their opening group tie.
The competition replaces the Johnstone’s Paint Trophy for League One and Two teams, with the addition of Under-23 sides from higher-level clubs.
No longer a straight knockout, the opening stage involves four-team groups, with Pool travelling to Bolton (October 4) and facing Everton’s youngsters (November 8). While Bowyer is irked by some of the competition rules, he’s especially unhappy at the timing of the first match.
The Pool boss said: “It’s our eighth game in August and the day before the (transfer) window closes.
“I’m sure you’ll hear lots of managers talking about it and I’ll bet there are not many talking positively about it.”
The competition has come in for plenty of criticism. Sixteen category one Academy sides were invited to take part, with the apparent aim of developing younger players, though both Manchester clubs along with Liverpool, Arsenal, Tottenham and Newcastle have all declined.
As well as the usual three points for a win and one for a draw, there will be a chance to earn two points via penalty shoot-outs which will follow any games that are level after 90 minutes.
The top two in each of the 16 groups will go through to the knockout stages. As in the JPT, teams must include players who featured in their latest League match. Bowyer added: “We have to play five who played against Plymouth. I see it as a missed opportunity for some of my younger players.
“They are talking about it being a development thing but it’s stopping the development of some of my younger players.
“We’ve got players who need minutes, players coming back from injuries and younger players doing ever so well but we have to play five from Saturday.”
Bowyer isn’t ruling out one last move in the transfer market before the window closes at 11pm tomorrow. With the emergency loan system scrapped, clubs must wait until January for the next chance to recruit.
Having reshaped his squad over the summer, Bowyer would welcome an additional goalkeeper following Kyle Letheren’s move to York last week.
Inexperienced teenager Myles Boney was the manager’s only bench option last weekend as cover for number one Sam Slocombe.
Bowyer said: “We can’t leave ourselves short with two keepers.
“Myle has done ever so well from when he first came in to where he is now.”
Latest signing Jack Payne had a memorable debut on Saturday after his move from Peterborough.
The midfielder was sent off within six minutes of coming off the bench, referee Nigel Miller deeming that his foul on Jake Jervis had denied a goalscoring opportunity.
Bowyer backed the 24-year-old, saying: “It’s his debut and he’s desperate to do well.
“He’s already got himself sorted with accommodation and he wants to make a success of his career.” | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/blackpool-fc/blackpool-boss-slams-timing-of-trophy-tie-1-8095000 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/ec2473b9edfe590e7770bd63aab962a3245246708e4a05858190d308426f4895.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T06:49:52 | null | 2016-08-30T06:30:00 | Visit now for news and features in Blackpool from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Four-region%2Fblackpool%2Ffamily-offered-8k-for-moving-out-on-flats-demolition-day-1-8094904.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8094903.1472498152!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Family offered £8k for moving out on flats’ demolition day | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | A family were given an £8,000 handout in order to leave their home ahead of a huge flats demolition, The Gazette can reveal today.
The family, who live in Addison Crescent, close to the site of the former tower blocks at Queens Park, Layton, were given the cash by demolition firm Lovell.
In secret documents seen by The Gazette, the pay-out was for “ongoing disturbance” and to vacate their property during the explosive demolition of the three blocks on July 31. While many residents in nearby homes agreed to move out temporarily without fuss, one family complained to the firm about the impact on them with Lovell agreeing to pay the £8,000 to settle the row.
In one letter, the company said: “Further to our recent correspondence regarding the ongoing demolition work at Queens Park, Blackpool, I would confirm that Lovell is prepared to make an ex-gratia payment to you in recognition of the disturbance you have experienced and more particularly in lieu of your confirmed willingness to vacate your home at Addison Crescent throughout the operation of the temporary demolition exclusion zone at Queens Park during the ‘blow-down’ of the three remaining tower blocks.
“Specifically it is hereby agreed that Lovell will pay you the sum of £8,000 in two instalments; £4,000 on receipt of receiving your signed acknowledgement and acceptance of the terms set out in this letter, and the balance of £4,000 to be paid immediately after the event.
“The terms set out in this letter are confidential between ourselves and you undertake to us not to disclose any of these terms to any third party save with our consent or if compelled to do so by any court or authority of competent jurisdiction.
“They also represent a full and final settlement in respect of your ongoing complaints.
“If the above terms are acceptable to you, please sign, date and return to us the enclosed copy of this letter. Upon receipt we will make arrangements to process the first payment to you.”
It is signed by Bruce Lister, Lovell’s regeneration manager who worked on the £22m project. In a second letter, which again uses Mr Lister’s name, Lovell said: “A payment of £8,000 has today been made into your current account, as per your requirements. I now await confirmation that you will comply with the terms of our agreement and also seek reaffirmation that this agreement will remain confidential between us.”
Today, a Lovell spokesman refused to confirm that the payment was made and said: “We won’t be commenting on this, apart from to reiterate that – as the company has previously publicly stated – the earlier postponement of the demolition was entirely because our specialist demolition subcontractors advised that more time was needed to ensure the safe demolition of the blocks.”
Blackpool Council paid a set fee to Lovell to carry out the operation, with the cost of the £8,000 pay-out being met by Lovell and not the town hall.
The family refused to comment when approached by The Gazette.
The July 31 demolition operation was hailed a success on the day with residents only out of their houses for a few hours.
It was the final clearance phase of the scheme which had begun in March 2013 with the removal of the Healey Street maisonettes.
Two other tower blocks Ashworth Court and Charles Court, were taken down gradually to make room for new houses, but it was decided it would be better to blow up the final three.
Residents were asked to evacuate the area at 8.15am and four special support centres were set up where people could get free hot breakfasts and refreshments.
Hundreds did so without serious complaints although some people said that the dust cloud which enveloped spectators downwind had caused alarm.
Lovell called in teams to clean up the dust from the area and clean residents’ windows after the event and said all harmful material had been removed from the towers before the blasts. The demolitions had been originally scheduled for May, but had to be delayed due to more work needing to be done to weaken the structures and to give time for lessons to be learned from a similar demolition in Liverpool at Seaforth which failed to bring the buildings down.
The day after the demolition Mr Lister said: “It was well planned but there’s a great sense of relief that everything appears to have gone well.
“It couldn’t have been done if people hadn’t been prepared to move out for a few houses while the work was done – so my thanks to them.”
The rubble from the three flats, twenty-three storey Walter Robinson Court and 16-storey Elizabeth and Churchill Courts, will be used to provide foundations for 99 new homes to be built on the site which should be completed by Spring 2018.
It is the second phase of the development carried out by Lovell. The first phase involved the gradual dismantling of the Ashworth Court and Charles Court tower blocks and the construction of 92 new homes.
The demolition was shown live on the Gazette’s Facebook page and was seen by 2.5 million people around the world. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/our-region/blackpool/family-offered-8k-for-moving-out-on-flats-demolition-day-1-8094904 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/d8f72d09033a4a836259205550c7f0fbda256aa27f4b0238e5c7bea7091ec750.json |
[] | 2016-08-28T16:47:46 | null | 2016-08-28T17:10:25 | Visit now for the latest AFC Fylde news and reports - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fafc-fylde%2Fafc-fylde-3-halifax-2-full-report-and-reaction-1-8093418.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8093416.1472400605!/image/image.jpg | en | null | AFC Fylde 3 Halifax 2: Full report and reaction | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | AFC Fylde moved back to the top of National League North after Bohan Dixon’s late strike sealed their first-ever win at Mill Farm.
Halifax are tipped to be among AFC Fylde’s promotion rivals this season but Coasters manager Dave Challinor was determined not to read too much into Halifax defender Danny Hone scored at both ends in the second half as Fylde survived a late red card for substitute Matt Blinkhorn to take full points after drawing their first two games at their new home.
Manager Dave Challinor stuck with the starting line-11 that drew 3-3 with Salford City in midweek, but Halifax made a bight start and could have taken the lead when Scott Garner was first to a loose ball in the area but saw his shot deflected wide.
Josh MacDonald then tried an ambitious overhead kick but Fylde keeper Tony Thompson saved comfortably.
Danny Rowe had the Coasters’ first chance on 15 minutes, testing Steven Drench with a trademark free-kick, though the keeper got down well to block the striker’s thunderous 40-yard strike.
The hitman took aim again when the ball broke kindly for him to the right of the penalty area but he dragged his shot wide and beyond the reach of the lurking Andy Bond.
At the other end, MacDonald was just wide with a glancing header at the near post.
And it was the visitors, like Fylde going into the game unbeaten, who opened the scoring on the half-hour.
Their towering talisman Tom Denton was played in by MacDonald from the right, and although his initial strike was blocked by Josh Langley, the striker swept home the rebound from 10 yards.
Their joy was shortlived, though, as the scores were level again two minutes later.
Caspar Hughes advanced towards goal before drilling a low strike into the bottom left-hand corner.
Hughes was soon on the prowl for a second but couldn’t quite get on the end of a James Hardy flick-on after Dixon’s shot had been blocked.
An evenly-contested match reached its midpoint with honours even, despite two late visitors to regain the lead.
First Halifax midfielder Jake Hibbs’ free-kick from the edge of the box sailed just over, then Denton’s overhead kick was headed off the goal-line by Rowe.
The hosts were first to threaten after the break as Rowe whipped in a delightful cross from the left that flashed wide of the far post.
Fylde took the lead on 50 minutes, when Rowe shifted the ball on to his left inside the box and unleashed a powerful strike which defender Hone could only turn into his own goal.
The momentum was with the Coasters and Sam Finley unleashed a fizzing effort from distance which Drench claimed at the second attempt.
Hone looked to make amends on the hour, when he met MacDonald’s cross from the right, but his effort went straight into the grateful clutches of Thompson.
Hone found redemption after 72 minutes, when he netted a scrappy goal from MacDonald’s low cross.
But Fylde were not to be denied and scored the winner seven minutes later.
Dixon picked up the ball 25 yards from goal, beat his man and slid a neat finish into the bottom corner of the net.
There was still life in the visitors’ attack and Garner flashed a shot wide as Halifax desperately looked for a way to keep their unbeaten record intact.
They very nearly found one when Kosylo nipped in but Thompson pulled off a fantastic fingertip save to nudge the ball on to the post.
There was a nervy finale for Fylde as substitute Matt Blinkhorn was adjudged to have kicked out at Hone and was given his marching orders just moments after entering the field.
But the Coasters held on to go into this afternoon’s round of fixtures ahead of Harrogate and 1883 Darlington – the league’s other unbeaten sides – on goal difference.
Challinor said: “I’m not one who goes along the line of it being a significant win so early in the season.
“It’s great to win – don’t get me wrong – but will it affect what happens during the rest of the season? Not in my opinion.
“I’m focused solely on us getting better, especially defensively. To win is great and we’ll enjoy our wins, but we must recover for Monday against Bradford Park Avenue now.
“I truly believe Halifax will be up there and we’ve taken three points off one of our rivals – that’s the one big thing from the game for me.
“The disappointment of conceding didn’t last very long because we scored straight away, but the way we defended was still disappointing because we’ve got an experienced back four and they need to take responsibility. At the minute, we’re not doing that well enough.”
But the manager realises there’s little time to iron out the errors between matches. “We don’t get much time to work because we have a game in less than 48 hours, then we have games on Saturdays and the next two Tuesdays.
“It’s further down the line before we go Saturday to Saturday (without a game). In the meantime, we’ve got to keep on going and picking up wins.”
CHRIS COUGHLIN
AFC Fylde: Thompson, Holmes, Langley, Williams, Kennedy, C. Hughes (Baker 77), Bond, Finley (Collins 87), Hardy, Dixon (Blinkhorn 81), Rowe.
Subs not used: M. Hughes, Newell.
Halifax: Drench, Hibbs, Wilde, Roberts, Hone, Garner, MacDonald, Kosylo, Denton, Sinnott, Peniket (Burrow 81).
Subs not used: Nicholson, Hughes, O’Brien, Barrows | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/afc-fylde/afc-fylde-3-halifax-2-full-report-and-reaction-1-8093418 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/4101d7be4ade4020d9a222e064067aaa7ec201a3ec17b3735188327de44e5be2.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T13:05:36 | null | 2016-08-25T06:00:00 | Visit now for the latest Blackpool FC news and reports - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fblackpool-fc%2Fblackpool-boss-has-high-hopes-for-giant-striker-1-8087103.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8087102.1472079042!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Blackpool boss has high hopes for giant striker | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Gary Bowyer has high hopes for new signing Armand Gnanduillet following his first two appearances for Blackpool.
The French striker, signed from Leyton Orient last Friday, made a 25-minute cameo debut against Wycombe the next day, followed by his first start in Tuesday’s 2-0 EFL Cup defeat at Crystal Palace, where he lasted 70 minutes.
It was always going to be hard for Gnanduillet as the lone man up front against a pair of proven Premier League central defenders in Scott Dann and James Tomkins.
However, he showed enough good touches to encourage the travelling supporters. His stand-out moment came three minutes after Pool had fallen behind in the first half, fashioning an opportunity for Jim McAlister which was cleared off the line by James McArthur.
Manager Bowyer said of Ganduillet: “He won his fair share of headers and he set Jim up. That’s his first real bit of football because he’s not had much of a pre-season.
“He’s only going to get better as he gets fitter. He’s not just a big target man – he’s got decent feet and he’s only young (24).
“We’re going to work with him and make him better. He’s showing promising signs from his two appearances so far.”
Having won their first two games of the season, Pool will be seeking to end a run of four without a victory when they return to League Two action at home to Plymouth on Saturday.
Useful as it was for Bowyer’s squad to test themselves against Palace’s £80m-plus starting XI, the manager knows it is more important to improve a recent league record of two points from nine.
The manager said: “We showed promise against Wycombe on Saturday and it’s a case of building from that.
“We came to Palace trying to get through, but we knew it would be a tall order and so it proved. The main focus has certainly got to be in the league.
“If you’ve got anything about you as a footballer, you’ve played against Premier League opposition and it should equip you to play against the type of opposition we face in our league.
“Hopefully we will see a response from that on Saturday.” | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/blackpool-fc/blackpool-boss-has-high-hopes-for-giant-striker-1-8087103 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/7ecbe9d70cdef1f20f186ab5981274d3269ebb5e0b073f0059532ad774345b6d.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T12:49:19 | null | 2016-08-30T11:45:54 | Visit now for the latest theatre & comedy news - direct from The Gazette in Blackpool | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fwhats-on%2Ftheatre-and-comedy%2Faliens-and-underpants-take-over-the-grand-1-8095596.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8095614.1472554323!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Aliens and underpants take over The Grand | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Blackpool is all set for a world premier at The Grand Theatre this week – and it’s pants.
Underpants, to be exact.
Because Aliens Love Underpants. And they’re coming to The Grand to tell their zany and hilarious tale based on the best-selling children’s book of the same name.
The book is being brought to life on stage for the very first time.
Just remember: aliens love underpants of every shape and size, but there are no underpants in space so here’s a big surprise!
With stunning effects, madcap action, original music – and lots of aliens of course – this production based on the Claire Freedman and Ben Cort book should be a delight for the whole family.
The Big Wooden Horse and Nick Brooke production has a two-day run at The Grand, on Friday and Saturday.
Shows are at 1.30pm on Friday, and 11am and 2pm on Saturday.
Tickets are priced at £15 each. Call (01253) 290190 for details. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/whats-on/theatre-and-comedy/aliens-and-underpants-take-over-the-grand-1-8095596 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/8dfe14c1508239ef64b88d7a933091e82132ad700f071dad099309e648384f22.json |
[] | 2016-08-29T06:47:57 | null | 2016-08-29T07:00:00 | Visit now for the latest Fleetwood Town FC news and reports - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Ffleetwood-town-fc%2Frosler-s-relief-after-classy-fleetwood-win-1-8093778.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8093777.1472424683!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Rosler’s relief after classy Fleetwood win | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Uwe Rosler wished his Fleetwood side had given him a less nervous afternoon by sealing their 2-0 win at Southend earlier than they did – but the head coach was otherwise delighted with Town’s first away win of the season.
It wasn’t until Ash Hunter scored his third goal of the campaign after 77 minutes, doubling the lead provided by fellow striker Chris Long’s first goal for the club in the first half, that Rosler could begin to breathe easily.
But this was a dominant display to secure Town’s first-ever win over the Shrimpers and Rosler was rightly overjoyed.
He said: “We should have killed the game off earlier to give me a little bit of rest with my heart.
“I think in this league, even at 2-0, anything can happen but I was delighted at how we stood up to the challenges and how organised we were.
“I think we have a good mix, both with and without the ball, and a great work ethic. It was a game we deserved to win.”
Town had the lion’s share of the chances and no-one was unluckier than Devante Cole, who twice had goals disallowed as he waits for his first of the season.
Rosler added: “We used the gaps they left between the midfield and the defence. We came into the pockets, and we turned and ran at them.
“We created numerous chances and I am just delighted that the players are getting the rewards for their hard work.”
The Town boss hailed his substitutes as midielder Martyn Woolford came on for a second-half debut.
But none of the replacements made a bigger impact than Hunter, who scored just four minutes after replacing Long.
“Our players from the bench made a big impact,” said Rosler. “Ash came on and scored a fantastic goal.”
This second League One win has left Town in eighth spot, and Rosler believes the teams to have taken points off Fleetwood so far are destined to be among the high-flyers.
He added: “Southend are a team who are experts at finishing in the top six.
“Bolton (the only team to have beaten Town in the League so far) will finish in the top six and Scunthorpe (who drew at Highbury) should be in the top six too with their budget.
“We have played them all and gave each of those teams a big run for their money.” | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/fleetwood-town-fc/rosler-s-relief-after-classy-fleetwood-win-1-8093778 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/4b2ea8b56d248147f30a15fa45e195e832a6660f0b1701bf8c733efc861040c8.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T13:10:27 | null | 2016-08-26T08:47:19 | Visit now for the latest entertainment and leisure news and features - from The Gazette in Blackpool | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fwhats-on%2Ffylde-jigsaw-festival-seeks-volunteers-1-8090081.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8090080.1472197620!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Fylde jigsaw festival seeks volunteers | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | St Annes Jigsaw Festival is facing an uncertain future as organisers prepare for the 10th anniversary.
The festival, which has been held at the United Reformed Church Hall on St George’s Road since 2007, has been reduced this year to three days’ duration from five because the organisers are now fewer in number – and fresh offers of voluntary help would be welcome if the popular event is to continue.
The festival starts continues up to and including Saturday and features more than 200 completed jigsaws on display, all for sale, with plenty more in reserve to take their place as they are snapped up.
The event regularly attracts hundreds of people, with many travelling from other parts of the country – but organisers’ spokesman Matthew Willey admitted there is a chance that this year could be its last unless more help is found.
“As with many things, it is an older generation which is involved in the organising and as each year goes by, fewer people are available to put in the extensive amount of work which is needed to keep the show going,” he said.
“It would be good if we could get some new help and we would be delighted to hear from anyone who would like to get involved.
“We always said we would do it for 10 years and this is the 10th.
“We have reduced it to three days this year and can only wait and see how it goes from here.
“When we started the event, a few people said to us that, with new technology, jigsaws were rather old-fashioned but they are as popular as ever.”
The festival is open from 10am to 4pm each day, with admission £2 for adults, including a free drink, and entry free for children. Details of how to get involved from Matthew on (01253) 724023. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/whats-on/fylde-jigsaw-festival-seeks-volunteers-1-8090081 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/a755d93ea1d5e057760e0e0ef1b42b358ef4992f96f9273500499074a909e961.json |
[] | 2016-08-28T10:48:51 | null | 2016-08-28T11:32:48 | Visit now for the latest entertainment and leisure news and features - from The Gazette in Blackpool | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fwhats-on%2Fcall-to-revive-carnival-spirit-1-8093040.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8093039.1472380347!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Call to revive carnival spirit | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | A community group is set to bring a taste of the Rio Carnival to the resort after winning a £10,000 lottery grant.
The Blackpool Carnival Group is urging everyone to get behind the event, which aims to revive the tradition of the Lions’ Carnivals which ended in 2008.
The grant is great but it is just the start. We need the whole community to get behind this Geoff Moore
Organisers are calling on all Blackpool schools, children’s groups, sports groups, adult organisations and businesses to enter a troop into the Carnival Parade which will go on foot from North Pier to South Pier.
They are also inviting musicians and groups to play at the central stage on the Waterloo Road Headland.
Donna Jackson, chairman of the carnival committee, said: “The carnival will have an international flavour representing the culture of many of the people now living in Blackpool and the North of England from other cultures. We are in talks with groups to engage Hindu dancers, Chinese lions, Caribbean food and so much more.”
Susanne Johnson, chairman of the South Beach Beacons, which is part of the organising group along with AFRA, the Afro-Caribbean group and the resort’s Hindu Society, said the idea was to have fun and attract more visitors to the area.
She said: “The Lions staged a regular carnival for many years and there was one organised by councillors Tony Lee and Ian Fowler a few years ago but we want this to be an annual attraction.
“Gaining this funding from the Lottery fund is part of our improvement activities for the South Beach area.
“We hope to bring people to this area of Blackpool to invigorate it, but also to gather people from both this area and the other areas of Blackpool to boost community spirit and local pride.”
Geoff Moore, from the Canberra Hotel and one of the South Beach Beacons, said: “The grant is great but it is just the start. We need the whole community to get behind this. “This is about having fun and creating something new for Blackpool another reason to visit and for visitors to stay longer. If people are staying longer it is better for the economy.”
Anyone interested can contact BlackpoolCarnival@Yahoo.co.uk | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/whats-on/call-to-revive-carnival-spirit-1-8093040 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/8260a92953af31244289cf5a668cf92ffe7267f9efb682cace2014ec7936e87d.json |
[] | 2016-08-27T08:49:00 | null | 2016-08-27T09:30:30 | Visit now for the latest Blackpool crime news - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fcrime%2Fmum-was-abusive-to-officer-in-street-row-1-8091417.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8087331.1472223619!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Mum was abusive to officer in street row | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | A mum-of-two was described as using ‘grossly offensive’ language to a police officer in Warton.
Beverley Stewartson, 45, of Butlers Meadow, Warton, pleaded guilty to being drunk and disorderly.
She was fined £80 with £85 costs and ordered to pay £30 victims’ surcharge by Blackpool magistrates.
Chrissie Hunt, prosecuting, said police were called to Butlers Meadow where Stewartson, who was with a man and two young children, was drunk on August 11 at 7.30pm.
The court was told she was rude to an officer and warned about her behaviour. Later that evening police were called back. Stewartson was so abusive she was arrested.
Stewartson told the judge her former partner lived across the road with his new girlfriend. They had been egging her on. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/crime/mum-was-abusive-to-officer-in-street-row-1-8091417 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/e0c6818b398263be710b10bce42575a1148a137f833a0960e485cc8a08e64375.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T12:50:04 | null | 2016-08-25T14:00:00 | Visit now for the latest entertainment and leisure news and features - from The Gazette in Blackpool | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fwhats-on%2Fclassic-blackpool-coach-up-for-auction-1-8087349.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8087347.1472112908!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Classic Blackpool coach up for auction | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | A pre-war Blackpool motor coach, which is still going strong after 82 years, is set to fetch up to £40,000 at auction.
The AEC Regal Motor Coach was supplied new in March 1934 to W.Salisbury and Sons, motor coach proprietors based at 7 Pleasant Street, Blackpool.
The coach later became part of the Ribble Service Fleet as a driver training vehicle and classroom and at some point was “re-bodied” with its present body, which came from a Ribble Leyland Tiger TS6 motor coach dating from 1933.
It is not known how much the coach cost new in 1934, but its original purchase price is thought to be considerably less than the £35,000 to £45,000 it is now set to fetch at a Bonhams auction at the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu ,Hampshire, on September 3.
It is also not clear whether the coach’s Blackpool number plate – FV 4548 – is its original number plate or whether that was acquired later.
In the 1930s, towns, cities and counties were allocated specific letters for their number plates and Blackpool’s letters were ‘FV.’
In or around the 1960s the Blackpool coach was owned by a collector named Colin Shears, who was based at Winkleigh, Devon.
Mr Shears then sold the coach to a group of enthusiasts in Swansea, south Wales, who restored the coach and repainted it in the colours of the Welsh motor coach operator, Gower Vanguard.
The coach was then bought by another enthusiast named Clive Screeton, before it was bought by a Warrington company named Wild Rose.
Then, in 2006-2007, the coach was re-framed and re-bodied by the Lawton Motor Body Building Company Ltd and finished in its current blue and gold colours.
According to auctioneers Bonhams “the coach boasts a Pullman style interior with high back moquette seats, tables with lamps and a small galley-service area...the vehicle also comes with a V5 registration document and Certificate of Initial Fitness.”
Back in 1934, a pint of bitter cost seven old pennies (about 3p in modern money), a gallon of petrol cost one shilling and fourpence halfpenny (about 7p in modern money) and the average British house cost £515. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/whats-on/classic-blackpool-coach-up-for-auction-1-8087349 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/7f693dd0a6de961241eeb502173f62714016ce640d66ef8a36eea81cf8f6f866.json |
[] | 2016-08-27T16:47:24 | null | 2016-08-27T17:11:01 | Visit now for the latest Fleetwood Town FC news and reports - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Ffleetwood-town-fc%2Fsouthend-0-fleetwood-2-match-report-1-8092532.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8092531.1472314242!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Southend 0 Fleetwood 2: Match report | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Fleetwood Town recorded their first away win of the season with a goal in each half from strikers Chris Long and Ash Hunter.
Uwe Rosler’s side were good value for the points and could have won even more convincingly had not Devante Cole had two efforts disallowed
Town boss Uwe Rosler recalled Bobby Grant and Devante Cole in an attacking line-up and it was Grant who had their first opportunity after five minutes, firing over from Nathan Pond’s pass.
Long, Town’s loan striker from Burnley, took Amari’i Bell’s pass to fire home from outside the area for his first Fleetwood goal after 18 minutes.
All the chances of note were falling fleetwood’s way as an Eggert Jonsson header was cleared off the line by Jason Demetriou.
Cole had a shot blocked and Pond headed just wide from a corner as a Fleetwood second goal looked far more likely than an equaliser for the hosts.
Indeed, Ryan Leonard’s drive over the bar two minutes from the break was Southend’s first opening of note.
They ended the half strongly, however, as Luke O’Neill’s effort forced Chris Neal into his first save of the afternoon.
O’Neill also had the first chance of the second half, slicing a shot over the top.
Town went closer at the other end, when scorer Long’s deflected shot wouldn’t quite fall for fellow striker Cole.
Town continued to threaten to score a second and Cole had a goal disallowed just past the hour because David Ball was ruled to be offside.
Undeterred, Cole went close again moments later, firing just over after dispossessing Ben Coker.
Midfielder Martyn Woodford then came on for his Town debut for the final 25 minutes, replacing Grant.
The unfortunate Cole then had a second strike disallowed on 72 minutes for a push following Jonsson’s free-kick.
Hunter came on for Long a minute later and was straight in the thick of the action, seeing an effort cleared off the line after Cole’s strike was blocked.
Hunter netted his third of the season in the 77th minute, firing home from a tight angle after good work by Jimmy Ryan. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/fleetwood-town-fc/southend-0-fleetwood-2-match-report-1-8092532 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/692064410bec91bee2c2f91005b3adc711fd2cce82248bdb79aef80bb2a1d1eb.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T13:08:42 | null | 2016-08-26T09:00:00 | Visit now for the latest Blackpool FC news and reports - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fblackpool-fc%2Fthe-ben-burgess-column-blackpool-need-a-win-1-8089904.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8089903.1472167350!/image/image.jpg | en | null | The Ben Burgess column: Blackpool need a win | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Another week without a victory leaves Blackpool needing three points against Plymouth on Saturday to keep the good spirit within the squad.
I was the first to praise their positivity in pre- season and their excellent opening two wins against Exeter and Bolton Wanderers, but after four games without a win (three league and one cup), doubt can begin to creep into the players’ heads so it’s time the Seasiders really got their season going.
The Wycombe game was disappointing, although the conditions were not conducive to great football. We all know how the wind can cause havoc at Bloomfield Road.
I still remember Burnley’s goalkeeper Brian Jenson struggling to kick it out of his area all those years ago.
Despite the defeat against Crystal Palace, the players would have enjoyed testing themselves against good Premier League players, especially £27million signing Cristian Benteke.
I can’t imagine Plymouth will quite have the same quality in their ranks.
Whilst there wasn’t any major or controversial talking points in Blackpool’s games last week, there certainly were in the Premier League.
Everyone knows about the new rules that the FA have introduced this season especially the punishments for dissent and physical contact with match officials.
One that raised the debate happened in the televised Stoke v Manchester City game and involved some ‘soft’ penalty decisions.
Everyone agrees that there is far too much contact and obstruction from defenders towards attackers during set pieces, but why was this new initiative enforced only in one game?
This is a rule that would have been explained to every player in every division before the season started.
If the FA are serious about stamping it out then they need consistency throughout all divisions and with all referees.
Unfortunately the refs will struggle to enforce it in the lower leagues where the penalty areas resemble a good old school WWE Royal Rumble.
Every team I played for worked on attacking and defending set pieces and there would always be players whose specific role was to ‘block’ attackers or defenders runs.
When I made my debut at 18 for Blackburn Rovers we played Portsmouth.
My job was to mark Steve Claridge. That should be easy enough, I thought. He’s only about 5ft 8”.
First corner and I’m marking him really tight at the near post, suddenly he spins towards the back.
I turn to follow him and end up smashing into a Linvoy Primus and Darren Moore shaped wall.
Fortunately, Claridge missed his free header at the back post! Other times I’ve had my ear bitten, nose broken twice and the worst I’ve seen is a player who would arm lock and break the opposition’s arms! Good luck referees!
On a happier and less violent note I would just like to encourage as many of you as possible to get down to AFC Fylde’s fantastic new stadium on Sunday for Super Brett Ormerod’s testimonial.
It’s hard to write any words about Brett that haven’t been said before.
He’s a down to earth guy that everybody can relate to and a guy that everyone has huge respect for.
His efforts with Blackpool over two spells were phenomenal and to see him scoring in the Premier League in a tangerine shirt was a wonderful sight for many.
It will be a great chance for all the Seasiders fans to be together as one to raise money for a great charity and to show their appreciation to a true legend, also to see just how out of shape some ex-players have become (not mentioning any names). | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/blackpool-fc/the-ben-burgess-column-blackpool-need-a-win-1-8089904 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/1d61135881b418ccd47deb9d72139c597b7a5d3a7df3b1b39f48d221952ef419.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T14:50:00 | null | 2016-08-30T15:44:21 | Visit now for the latest Blackpool crime news - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fcrime%2Fwoman-punched-in-face-in-blackpool-street-1-8096241.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8096240.1472568239!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Woman punched in face in Blackpool street | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | A woman was punched in the face as she walked to work in Blackpool
The incident occurred at around 7.10pm on Sunday close to the junction of Waterloo Road and Bolton Street in South Shore.
A police officer in the area was alerted by a member of the public, who reported that a woman had been pushed against a wall before being punched.
The officer attended the scene and found the woman, 41, had suffered some minor bruising to her face.
Police are now appealing for anybody with information about the incident to get in touch.
Detective Constable Paul Moon, of Blackpool Police, said: “We would like to reassure the public that this was not a random attack as it is believed the two parties are known to each other.
“However, the attack was unprovoked and we would now appeal to anybody who saw the incident, or has information that can help us piece together what happened, to contact us immediately.”
Anybody with information is asked to get in touch on 101, quoting log number 1277 of August 28.
A 52-year-old male from Blackpool has been arrested on suspicion of assault and bailed until October 3pending further enquiries. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/crime/woman-punched-in-face-in-blackpool-street-1-8096241 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/33f35efa79a06be01e878a7da5cf3a53d5f3f433f426135ec0b851992e8165f1.json |
[] | 2016-08-31T14:50:13 | null | 2016-08-31T15:10:43 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fpolice-hunt-stranger-who-dragged-girl-9-into-wooded-area-1-8098322.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8098197.1472649677!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Police hunt stranger who dragged girl, 9, into wooded area | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Police are appealing for witnesses after a young girl was grabbed from her bike and dragged into a wooded area in Marsh Green.
The nine-year-old was riding her bike along a footpath between Lancaster Road and Challenge Way on Monday (August 22).
This incident left the young girl feeling absolutely petrified and we are now trying to support her at this distressing time. Det Con Faye Johnson
She was then approached from the side and grabbed.
The offender forcefully dragged her into a nearby wooded area but ran off when the girl screamed.
It is not known if the offender was male or female.
Det Con Faye Johnson, of Wigan CID, said: “This incident left the young girl feeling absolutely petrified and we are now trying to support her at this distressing time.
“We are treating this as an attempted abduction and would ask that anybody who believes they might have information to please come forward.
“Although we believe this to be an isolated incident, I would urge people in the area to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to police.”
Anybody with information should contact Wigan CID on 0161 856 7770 or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/police-hunt-stranger-who-dragged-girl-9-into-wooded-area-1-8098322 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/9e93c9811b9a27c7547c3cde561565b61a8af9275e50646a8ffec86c04ac92e2.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T13:12:23 | null | 2016-08-26T09:00:00 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fplea-for-help-piecing-jigsaw-fest-together-1-8089018.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8089017.1472135221!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Plea for help piecing jigsaw fest together | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | St Annes Jigsaw Festival is facing an uncertain future as organisers mark its 10th anniversary.
The festival, which has been held at the United Reformed Church Hall on St George’s Road since 2007, has been reduced this year to three days’ duration from five because the organisers are now fewer in number – and fresh offers of voluntary help would be welcome if the popular event is to continue.
The festival continues up to and including Saturday and features more than 200 completed jigsaws on display, all for sale, with plenty more in reserve to take their place as they are snapped up.
The event regularly attracts hundreds of people, with many travelling from other parts of the country – but organisers’ spokesman Matthew Willey admitted there is a chance that this year could be its last unless more help is found.
“As with many things, it is an older generation which is involved in the organising and as each year goes by, fewer people are available to put in the extensive amount of work which is needed to keep the show going,” he said.
“It would be good if we could get some new help and we would be delighted to hear from anyone who would like to get involved.
“We always said we would do it for 10 years and this is the 10th. We have reduced it to three days this year and can only wait and see how it goes from here.
“When we started the event, a few people said to us that, with new technology, jigsaws were rather old-fashioned but they are as popular as ever.”
The festival is open from 10am to 4pm each day, with admission £2 for adults, including a free drink, and entry free for children. Details of how to get involved from Matthew on (01253) 724023. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/plea-for-help-piecing-jigsaw-fest-together-1-8089018 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/8a7e499cbc67950240c2b23724ed91172dd2bfedc5b11f6f32e6dd0d59430cc6.json |
[] | 2016-08-29T06:49:36 | null | 2016-08-29T06:45:00 | Visit now for news and features in Blackpool from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Four-region%2Fblackpool%2Fdaredevils-drop-onto-beach-1-8093776.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8093774.1472424493!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Daredevils drop onto beach | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | The idea of leaping from a 480ft crane – just 36ft short of Blackpool Tower – may not be everyone’s cup of team, but daredevils from all over the world came to Blackpool to do just that.
It was all part of the Blackpool AirgameZ, the UK’s only base-jumping festival, which attracted big crowds to South Promenade over the weekend.
Blackpool Airgames featured base-jumpers flinging themselves from a 500 foot-high crane on the promenade and (hopefully!) hitting a target on the beach. Heading for touchdown. PIC BY ROB LOCK 27-8-2016
Residents in the town were stunned to see the towering yellow structure on the prom and went to have a closer look.
Considered to be most dangerous extreme sport in the world, base-jumping sees the daredevils freefalling before opening their parachutes just seconds before impact, then using their skills and experience to land on targets placed on the beach.
This was a competitive event, so some of the world’s best base jumpers were in town to take part.
Among the special guests was Dan Witchall, base-jumping world champion and star of Channel 4’s The Men Who Jump Off Buildings.
International competitors included Klaus Rennz, the three-time world champion from Germany.
Organising the event was Julian Deplidge, 39, of Westbourne Avenue, Cleveleys, who was ranked second in the World Championships in 2014.
Julian, a theatrical producer by profession, said: “It does have a reputation for being one of the most dangerous sports and there is obviously that element of risk.
“If it goes wrong it will go wrong pretty quickly, but fortunately that doesn’t happen very often.
“It is more risk than chess, but personally I find the idea of doing backward flips on a motorcycle a hundred times more terrifying!
“I started with sky-diving and base jumping was a natural progression, I suppose. I fell in love with it and I’ve been hooked ever since.”
Although the sport does not have an official governing body, international competitions are held throughout the world and top competitors like Klaus Rennz travel the globe to take part. He has won three of them.
Staging the event is not cheap, however, and competitors in the Blackpool event have each had to pay a fee to cover the costs.
Julian said: “It costs thousands a day to hire the crane alone, so it is not a cheap thing to stage.
“But Blackpool’s headland is perfect for this kind of thing and hopefully businesses can come in and offer sponsorship.
“It would be my dream to host an even bigger extreme sports festival here, not just base-jumping but BMX stunt-riders and skateboarders.
“Maybe in the not so distant future we can see that happen.” | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/our-region/blackpool/daredevils-drop-onto-beach-1-8093776 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/b4123ef37a06d7547f0d15997a165cd0986e522f44d5d705ea52de4f089ab493.json |
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] | 2016-08-27T06:47:11 | null | 2016-08-27T06:00:00 | Visit now for the latest Fleetwood Town FC news and reports - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Ffleetwood-town-fc%2Ftown-s-players-are-on-a-learning-curve-1-8091623.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8091622.1472227062!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Town’s players are on a learning curve | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Uwe Rosler has hailed his Fleetwood Town players for their speed in getting to grips with his footballing beliefs.
Having been brought in to replace Steven Pressley days before the new League One season, Rosler takes his team to Southend United this afternoon looking for their second victory in five league matches.
Their only league defeat came this time last week with a 2-1 loss at Bolton Wanderers, leaving them 12th at this early stage of the season.
“In three weeks I think we have come a long way,” Rosler said.
“We are at least par with our opponents if not the better team but this is just the beginning.
“We are far from being where I want to be; the players have responded and tried to give it their best shot and that’s why we’re competitive in every game so far.
“For me, we have some good work on the training ground so we’ll go to Southend and be competitive.
“When we are our qualities will shine through and we have a chance to win the game.”
One lesson Rosler has been on keen on transmitting to his players is the need for collective work.
Winning as one and losing as one is a message every manager tries to get across to his players.
Rosler, however, takes that further when it comes to matters at both ends of the pitch.
“I think, for me, scoring goals or conceding goals is always a team effort,” he said.
“We want to attack with 11 players, including the goalkeeper, who is always the first point of attack.
“We want to defend with 11 players and that starts with the number nine up front; I see that as the whole picture.
“As a team we want to continue to score goals, create more chances and, collectively, everybody should know they have a responsibility of getting clean sheets.”
That message is one put across at the club’s Poolfoot Farm training facility.
Having played and managed at clubs higher up the footballing pyramid, Rosler is happy in his new surroundings.
“Brilliant facilities,” he said of his side’s training base.
“Every morning I have time to go through the next game, the next formation and my next team.
“I’ll pick out what we do in training so, when we come here, everything is more or less set up in my head.
“My staff is very positive and very willing to work with me.
“Working in a facility like this, it’s not a lot of League One clubs that say they have similar facilities.” | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/fleetwood-town-fc/town-s-players-are-on-a-learning-curve-1-8091623 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/09bc70361e2fc9dd18c51f419e95ed9f258a4d1b3cf81527196e36edab9b5c2d.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T12:59:57 | null | 2016-08-19T14:00:39 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fst-annes-couple-s-horror-wedding-1-8078302.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8078300.1471603605!/image/image.jpg | en | null | St Annes couple’s horror wedding | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | The divorce courts are full of people who would claim their wedding was like something from a horror movie.
But one couple from St Annes made sure their big day had more than a touch of the macabre about it.
PICS - Jose-Anne Shackleton
When Giuliana Nicholson walked down the aisle she wasn’t accompanied by the traditional Wedding March.
Instead it was the theme to Stephen Spielberg’s classic horror Poltergeist which soundtracked her last moments as a single woman.
And while groom Paul Hornby wore a traditional morning suit, the bride, on this occasion certainly did not wear white.
Giuliana favoured a black lacy number with a golden sash.
Both Giuliana and I have been avid horror fans for many years and it seemed fitting to have a horror-style wedding
Guests joined in the gruesome spirit of the day by dressing as their favourite scary story characters.
And the venue for the nuptials – Lytham’s Clifton Arms – was transformed from one of the Fylde’s poshest hotels into, in Paul’s words, “the depths of Hell”.
Life-sized skeleton props represented the happy couple and the venue was decorated with smoking witches cauldrons and blood-splattered props.
Driving instructor Paul, 34, and Giuliana, 28, both from St Annes, bonded over their love of spine-chilling movies and tales to chill the blood.
At the reception guests were served such delicacies as “cut-throat curry” and “Choking Chilli”.
And Paul and Giuliana, who works as a primary school teacher in Blackpool, danced to music from their favourite horror flicks.
But rather than jetting off to Transylvania for their “horrormoon”, the couple decided Florida would be a more enjoyable option.
Speaking from the Sunshine State, Paul said: “Both Giuliana and I have been avid horror fans for many years and it seemed fitting to have a horror-style wedding. Our guests loved dressing up as horror characters and the day was so much fun. The wedding cake was even horror-themed with figures of the guests as zombies featued on it.”
Top 10 wedding horror films
Haunted Honeymoon (1986)
Corpse Bride (2005) Bride of Frankenstein (1935)
Brides of Dracula (1960)
Blood Brides (1970)
The Bride Wore Black (1970)
Dark Honeymoon (2008)
Black Blooded Brides of Satan (2010)
Wedding Slasher (2008)
Zombie Honeymoon (2004) | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/st-annes-couple-s-horror-wedding-1-8078302 | en | 2016-08-19T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/84fa03900545a5028ca0ba556adfe5db8b1cd9adb057bc5eae841d816908d5eb.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T12:50:03 | null | 2016-08-30T12:00:00 | Visit now for the latest Blackpool business news - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fbusiness%2Fwhere-there-s-a-will-there-s-a-charity-way-1-8095282.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8095281.1472546461!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Where there’s a will, there’s a charity way | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Staff at Vincents Solicitors are raising money for the North West’s biggest cancer charity during ‘Wills Week’ this September.
The Christie Charitable Trust will receive all donations from people making or updating their will at the Garstang office from September 12 to 16.
Anyone, including existing clients and other members of the community, will be able to make an appointment to discuss their will with one of the Vincents team, who are giving their time for free.
The charity suggests a donation of £40 for an update and £90 for a new will, and people will also be encouraged to leave a further gift as a legacy.
Lisa Lodge, head of the Garstang office, will be among those donating their time.
She said: “Legacy giving is an excellent way for people to support charities that mean a lot to them, or which have helped them during their lives. This September, Wills Week gives us the opportunity to help raise much needed funds for The Christie, but also to remind people just how much of a difference they could help to make in the future, by deciding to leave some money to charity in their will.”
Last year, Wills Week raised more than £15,000, and almost half of all projects at The Christie were made possible thanks to gifts left in wills.
The charity, based in Manchester, provides care and treatment for people from across the North West and funds research into treatments for a range of cancer diseases.
Lisa added: “Sadly, the nature of this job is that we see a lot of people following a cancer diagnosis, when they are looking to put their affairs in order, so it is a cause that is close to our hearts.
“My grandmother, like so many people in our region, also received treatment there.
“It is a charity we all really wanted to support and we believe our clients and community will want to join with us to raise as much money as possible.”
To book an appointment for Wills Week September 12-16, or to register for a place on the September 22 seminar, contact Vincents Solicitors on 01995 606 442. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/business/where-there-s-a-will-there-s-a-charity-way-1-8095282 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/3c225c98e5a6c5eda74bf5bc736da0304b58cbeb5a68e09c478f21e0e32f08a1.json |
[] | 2016-08-29T10:49:40 | null | 2016-08-29T11:22:39 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fpervert-spared-jail-over-child-abuse-pics-1-8094192.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8094040.1472466139!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Pervert spared jail over child abuse pics | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | A FORMER volunteer firefighter who was caught with 90 moving clips of child abuse on his computer and tablet has been given a suspended jail term.
Stephen Oram, 31, of Fishergate, Preston, admitted three offences of making indecent images of children and and one of possessing them.
You must realise the seriousness lies in the fact each image is of a real child being abused by an adult
The father-of-one showed no emotion as sentence was passed at Preston Crown Court.
Prosecuting, Paul Cummings QC said: “On September 18 lat year police officers carried out a search warrant at his home after receiving intelligence. As they entered he made partial admissions that they would find images on some devices.
“On a tablet were 80 images and on a Dell computer were a further 10.”
Imposing 10 months suspended for two years, and a sex offender treatment programme, Judge James Adkin said: “
Search terms had been used by you which were recovered from the internet history which were directly referable to images of children.
“You must realise the seriousness lies in the fact each image is of a real child being abused by an adult.
“The searching and viewing of such images perpetuates the cycle of abuse and the long term psychological harm to each child.”
The judge also imposed a 10-year sexual harm prevention order on Oram, who studied firefighting and rescue at university.
It restricts his contact with children and internet use, and ordered him to sign on the sex offender’s register for 10 years.
Defending Darren Lee-Smith told the court he had suffered psychiatric problems as a result of experiences in his childhood. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/pervert-spared-jail-over-child-abuse-pics-1-8094192 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/3be18a9db3c2c1b549fdd53552c29645ed4b48f8c6db0f3eb131f9e067cb6c05.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T14:45:57 | null | 2016-08-12T16:38:39 | Visit now for the Blackpool nostalgia news and features from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Flifestyle%2Fnostalgia%2Fmeet-those-magnificent-men-and-their-trailblazing-flying-machine-1-8066760.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8066755.1471016271!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Meet those magnificent men and their trailblazing flying machine | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | This week marked 30 years since the first prototype of the Eurofighter Typhoon took to the skies.
In a new book, Allan Seabridge and Leon Skorczewski, who both worked on the project dubbed the Experimental Aircraft Programme, recall the early days of a Lancashire success story.
The Experimental Aircraft Programme - Britain's last manned aircraft Demonstrator - the precursor of the Eurofighter Typhoon
It is 30 years ago this week since the aircraft, known as the EAP, first took to Lancashire’s skies over BAE System’s aerodrome in Warton.
Today, it is known as Typhoon, the world’s most advanced swing role aircraft, and is still test flown from the aerodrome where it is assembled and delivered to air forces across the globe.
Leon Skorczewski, who was cockpit and avionics systems chief engineer on the programme, has helped write a new book about the early days of the ground-breaking aircraft.
He recalls: “It felt like we were doing things which people had never done before and indeed we were. Forget about 35-hour working weeks, people were eating, drinking and sleeping this programme, it was intense pressure but every week you were seeing something move to the next stage.
“We were at the cutting edge of technology doing things which today we may take for granted but, at that time, we were doing them for the first time.”
Indeed, the EAP boasts six world firsts, including being the first aircraft built to be unstable by design, the first co-bonded carbon fibre wings which were glued together rather than riveted, and the first aircraft with a colour display, full glass cockpit.
It also pioneered design techniques for robust, real time software-based systems for flight control, avionics and utility systems.
However, the programme which would deliver the EAP started in the early 1970s when the UK Ministry of Defence issued Air Staff Target 396, a programme to build a replacement for the Jaguar and Harrier aircraft.
Leon explains: “The UK Government had a desire to involve partner companies and this led to a series of study programmes, first with the Germans, then with the Germans and French and finally with the Germans and Italians.
“The last study, known as the Agile Combat Aircraft (ACA), proposed two pre-prototype aircraft and initially had the full support of the German and Italian governments and partner companies.
“By 1983, however, the political desire to widen this out saw the a study called the Future European Fighter Aircraft (FEFA) study set up, involving the UK, Italy, Germany, France and Spain, at which point the Italians and Germans withdrew their support from the ACA.
“But British Aerospace and its supply chain, together with the UK Government, decided to continue with a single technology demonstrator together with many of the Italian and German suppliers – this became the Experimental Aircraft Programme.”
The construction of the aircraft largely took place at a development facility at Warton where the front, centre and rear fuselage were assembled. However, the right-hand wing was manufactured at British Aerospace’s plant in nearby Samlesbury using manufacturing techniques which still exist on today’s Typhoon programme.
The left-hand wing was manufactured by the Italian partner, Alenia, with the foreplanes manufactured at British Aerospace’s sites in Preston and Samlesbury.
The Warton and Samlesbury sites today house key parts of the Typhoon manufacturing operation, with the aircraft’s front fuselage built at Samlesbury, before being shipped to Warton where they are married up with other parts from the four-nation jet- Eurofighter consortium.
Eurofighter is the consortium which manufactures and develops Typhoon and includes Germany, Italy and Spain alongside the UK.
It was April 1986 when British Aerospace’s employees got their first look at the aircraft, but they would have to wait until August 8, when then-executive director of flight operations, Dave Eagles, took it to 30,000ft and reached speeds of Mach 1.1 on its maiden flight. Just three weeks later, it appeared at the Farnborough Air Show and reached speeds of Mach 2.0, twice the speed of sound, and flew at 35 degree angles of attack, impressive for even a modern fighter.
By the time of the renowned Paris Air Show the following year the EAP took off for its landmark 100th flight.
It was May 1, 1991 that the EAP performed its 259th and final test sortie, retiring with more than 195 flying hours on the clock.
Initially, the prototype plane remained at Warton before finding a home at Loughborough University, where it was used to show students the components of a combat aircraft.
Only one of the EAP was ever made with a length of 48ft and a wingspan of 38ft 7ins.
Today it is based in the RAF Museum at RAF Cosford, in Shropshire, where its ground-breaking achievements have formed the centrepiece of a major attraction since 2014.
In Lancashire, BAE Systems is again involved in a technology demonstrator programme, Taranis, which has been developed to test unmanned aircraft technologies which will inform decisions taken by the UK on the future of its flying fleet.
Looking back at his days on EAP, Leon believes there are many similarities in what the company is delivering today.
He explains: “They are very similar in as much as they are research programmes designed to test technology to get an aircraft in the air, but they are programmes from very different eras.
“I imagine that, exactly as we were doing during our days on E.A.P, the company is exploring new materials, new sensors and new ways of working for the first time.”
• ‘The Experimental Aircraft Programme – Britain’s Last Manned Aircraft Demonstrator’ is available at Waterstone’s Preston, Plackitt & Booth in Lytham St Annes and online at amazon.co.uk | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/lifestyle/nostalgia/meet-those-magnificent-men-and-their-trailblazing-flying-machine-1-8066760 | en | 2016-08-12T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/e0ea37156f3cb77029a69768a1e8be4bacdcb7f677b90eca652a1e7a26f3d38a.json |
[] | 2016-08-31T12:50:20 | null | 2016-08-31T12:47:57 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flight-riders-gear-up-for-special-blackpool-seafront-treat-1-8097933.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8097915.1472644009!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Light riders gear up for special Blackpool seafront treat | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Thousands of cyclists got a sneak peak of Blackpool’s Illuminations at the annual Ride the Lights event.
Cyclists were able to pedal along the Promenade in safety after it was closed to all motor vehicles between 7 and 10pm, giving those taking part the chance to take in the Lights in safety– with an added bonus this year.
Ride the Lights along Blackpool promenade. Taking a moment to watch the sunset.
For Pleasure Beach staff were on hand to allow riders to pedal through the amusement park for the first time.
Radio Wave presenters Ged Mills and Hayley Kay hosted the main stage of live music and fun at a hub on the Tower Festival Headland, with bike firms CJ Cycles and Get Cycling on hand as well.
Ride the Lights along Blackpool promenade. Lord Lieutenant of Lancashire John Barnett and Mayor of Blackpool Councillor Kath Rowson officially begin the event.
Ride the Lights along Blackpool promenade. Cycling isn't only for those whose BMI is in single figures.
Ride the Lights along Blackpool promenade. Police cyclists join in the fun.
Ride the Lights along Blackpool promenade. Members of the Manchester Tweed Ride Ann Kolodziejski, Janet and Ian Wardlaw, and Rowan de Bonaire.
Ride the Lights along Blackpool promenade. Duncan Simpson and his 7 year-old son Joseph take a well-deserved drink.
Ride the Lights along Blackpool promenade. Hey dad, this Ride the Lights is easy!
Ride the Lights along Blackpool promenade. Enjoying the views from their buggy.
Ride the Lights along Blackpool promenade. Leading the way. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/light-riders-gear-up-for-special-blackpool-seafront-treat-1-8097933 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/e0948fafd09c1abbce0eafe14e7ce4d227cdd41e428ea806429f71d6bc584041.json |
[] | 2016-08-29T06:49:37 | null | 2016-08-29T07:00:00 | Visit now for news and features in Blackpool from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Four-region%2Fblackpool%2Fpervert-groped-sleeping-boy-1-8093781.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8041624.1472424860!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Pervert groped sleeping boy | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | A pervert who molested a 10-year-old boy at his flat in Thornton told police ‘age is just a number’.
Richard Stuchfield, 26, has been jailed for two years after pleading guilty to two counts of sexually assaulting the little boy.
Preston Crown Court heard the child, who can not be named for legal reasons, was asleep at Stuchfield’s flat when he woke to find the defendant touching him.
He told his attacker to stop and went back to sleep, but woke again to find Stuchfield continuing to grope him.
The boy told his mum when she came to collect him from the flat in Briarwood Close, and she immediately phoned Stuchfield to confront him.
Stuchfield denied he had molested the boy and said he had just cuddled him.
He eventually pleaded guilty three days before he was due to stand trial at Preston Crown Court.
In a victim statement, the boy said he had felt anger which he had kept inside and he had been worried about having to give evidence at court.
His school work was affected and he had lost a year of his life when he should have been enjoying life with his friends.
The court heard Stuchfield was questioned by police about what he considered to be an appropriate relationship between an adult and a child, to which he replied: “Age is just a number,”
He could not accept that he could have caused any harm or upset to the child he abused.
Judge James Adkin, sentencing, said: “You have little empathy or understanding of what you did or how harmful it can be to a child to commit a sexual offence against them.
“I do not accept you crept into bed with this child because you felt sorry for him and you accidentally touched him.”
He made Stuchfield the subject of a Sexual Harm Prevention Order and placed him on the barred list prohibiting him from working with children or vulnerable adults upon his release from prison. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/our-region/blackpool/pervert-groped-sleeping-boy-1-8093781 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/93f3f97dc9b6061b1cbf0c240c6f181755b5bd8c16019cb6fa14e5155c89182c.json |
[] | 2016-08-28T14:47:45 | null | 2016-08-28T14:48:53 | Visit now for the latest Squires Gate FC news and reports - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fsquires-gate-fc%2Fcongleton-town-3-squires-gate-2-1-8093235.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8093234.1472392114!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Congleton Town 3 Squires Gate 2 | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Gate’s six-match unbeaten start to the season came to an end, though they led at half-time in this Hallmark Security League clash.
Gate were missing four players, so handed a debut to Andy Speight in goal and a first league start for Ryan Tanser.
They had the worst of starts, conceding after only three minutes as James Kirby was given too much space and curled his shot past Speight.
It could have been two had not Gate captain Andy Richards cleared off his line, the resulting corner being headed wide.
Gate had their first opening on six minutes, but Anthony Stayte’s touch was too heavy for top scorer Ric Seear.
The visitors were back in the game on 19 minutes, when Joe Noblet’s corner bounced off the crossbar for Seear to bundle the ball home.
Two minutes later they were ahead, Tanser driving into the box down the right and firing low into the bottom corner.
Gate held their lead until half-time but the hosts were level within a minute of the restart through Nathan Haynes.
Twice within a minute Tanser could have restored Gate’s lead, first firing over from 12 yards following Seear’s cutback, then bursting clear of the defence only for the keeper to save with his feet.
Gate went close again just past the hour, when Noblet’s shot from the edge of the box was tipped over, then the resulting corner fell to Alex McKendrick but he couldn’t get his shot away.
They were made to pay when Congleton scored the winner on 72 minutes through unmarked striker Declan Fletcher at the back post.
Gate aim to bounce back at home to the premier division’s bottom club Darwen tomorrow.
MARK ASHMORE
Gate: Speight, Richards, Carroll, Penswick, Higham, Noblet, McKendrick, Gibson, Stayte, Tanser, R.Seear; Subs: Thornber, Buchan, Riley. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/squires-gate-fc/congleton-town-3-squires-gate-2-1-8093235 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/4bb49a20308e8a350d817fc7f75774ff3f953d5730528b810abe47f9fa86dfad.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T08:49:55 | null | 2016-08-30T09:33:26 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Ftributes-paid-to-teenager-after-festival-drugs-death-1-8095262.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8094556.1472546221!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Tributes paid to teenager after festival drugs death | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Tributes have poured in for a teenager who died after taking drugs at a music festival.
Friends and family of Lewis Haunch, 17, took to social media to say goodbye to the “kind and innocent” teenager following his death at the weekend.
The teenager, from Leigh, was rushed to hospital after collapsing at Leeds Festival at around 4.45pm on Saturday and died a short time later.
West Yorkshire Police have said it appears Lewis, a former Lowton High School pupil, had taken an unknown substance just before he collapsed.
Erica Mcguinness said: “This morning my life changed forever; finding out that my best friend has passed away has to be one of the hardest, if not the hardest things I’ve ever had to deal with.
“Words can’t describe how much I’m missing you already and the hurt I’m experiencing trying to take it all in. Couldn’t ask for a better best friend and I’m just devastated it got cut too short.
“Nobody will ever replace you, I hope you look down on me and your other friends and be proud.”
Joe Heaton added: “Just in absolute shock and speechless and can’t stop crying. My cousin Lewis died last night far too young.
“At just 17 years old, he was taken far too early from us all.
“What a kind innocent young man, who would never cause any harm to anybody.”
Charlie Heaton wrote: “Absolutely devastated that my cousin, one of the most harmless, nicest lads I know has been taken, can’t begin to describe the feeling.
“RIP Lewis, everyone is gonna miss you pal.”
Thomas Wright said: “Never expected anything like this too happen, you’re about too be missed by loads bro, missing you already lad sadly missed.
“RIP Lewis Haunch. Love you loads bro.”
Lewis was taken to St James’ Hospital by ambulance in a critical condition after collapsing at the festival. Despite receiving emergency treatment, he was pronounced dead shortly after midnight.
Police enquiries into his death and how he obtained the substance he took are ongoing but two males, both aged 17, have been arrested in the Greater Manchester area on suspicion of drugs offences. Both have since been released on police bail.
Leeds Festival’s Police Commander, Chief Superintendent Keith Gilert said, “Our thoughts are naturally with the family of the young man at this time.
“They were made aware of the incident by officers as soon as possible and were assisted to attend the hospital as quickly as possible. We will continue to support them through this difficult time. We are currently investigating the death and how he obtained the substance he took.
“At this time the indications are that the man consumed drugs immediately before he collapsed.
“I would though like to take this opportunity to remind anyone attending the Festival that there is no safe way to take drugs.
“Taking any illegal drug carries a risk to health and we would always advise people against it, but I would ask that people are particularly conscious of the risks following this young man’s death.” | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/tributes-paid-to-teenager-after-festival-drugs-death-1-8095262 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/6ced594334caf04290727ccda18ae7c06916d220d0f7e3a723375d2368ce9196.json |
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"Michelle Kilner"
] | 2016-08-27T06:46:12 | null | 2016-08-23T17:14:27 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Frecipe-for-a-calmer-life-georgie-hayden-tells-kate-whiting-about-the-emotional-journey-behind-her-new-recipe-book-1-8084702.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8084701.1471968963!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Recipe for a calmer life - Georgie Hayden tells Kate Whiting about the emotional journey behind her new recipe book | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | “We cook on so many levels, not just to feed ourselves,” says Georgie Hayden, taking a sip of tea.
As part of Jamie Oliver’s ‘Food Team’, the bubbly brown-eyed Londoner cooks for a living, dreaming up and styling recipes for Oliver’s books, magazine and TV shows. But she also cooked her way through a traumatic maternity leave, after her son Archie died just before birth two years ago.
“I can’t remember what happened for the first few months. I think we must have lived off food from nice people. I don’t think I cooked for a while. I really scared myself. I thought, ‘I just don’t care, I actually don’t care about food or anything’,” she recalls. “You feel really vulnerable and I didn’t want to go out... Then it sort of went full circle.”
Fearing she’d lost her love of food, Hayden gathered all her cookbooks together - including Honey & Co’s book, the Middle Eastern cafe where we meet today - and started thinking about food for her and husband Pete.
“After a few months of calming down, I thought, ‘Let’s start again... You’re going to sit down and start making a weekly meal plan’. Then I would drive myself to the supermarket and do the shop, and that’s actually what got me out again - having a purpose got me back into doing something and being a bit more confident.”
The familiarity and routine of cooking was like therapy and slowly eased Hayden, 34, through her bereavement.
What started out as a simple project has been gently nurtured into Hayden’s first cookbook, Stirring Slowly: Recipes To Restore + Revive. With chapter titles such as ‘A Sunny Start To
The Day’, ‘Bowl Food’, and ‘Bake Yourself Better’, it’s a book to turn to when you’ve had a long, tough day - full of warming, comforting and revitalising recipes.
In his foreword, Jamie Oliver says he loves Hayden ‘like a sister’, and she is equally full of praise for her mentor, with whom she’s travelled the world for work.
“After my maternity leave, I went back part-time, because I needed to sort my life out a bit. He said, ‘Whatever you need to do, we’ll make it work’. He’s phenomenal and he really cares.
It sounds cheesy, but the Food Team is family and it’s the most inspiring place to be.”
Hayden’s real family has had a huge impact on her love of food, too. Born to Greek Cypriot parents, her childhood memories are of Saturday pilgrimages from their home above her grandparents’ Greek restaurant to the ‘smelly shop’ - an Italian deli packed with hanging salami - around the corner.
Her dad worked in the family restaurant while her mum stayed home, teaching Hayden and her sister to bake. It sparked a lifelong passion - and she remembers shadowing both her grannies, determined to learn all the traditional Cypriot family recipes before they were lost.
“I still cook with my granny,” she says. “She’s amazing. She’s had such an influence on me.”
Hayden’s already planning her next cookbook - full of Cypriot food - but for now, she’s pleased to have created a legacy for Archie with her first one. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/recipe-for-a-calmer-life-georgie-hayden-tells-kate-whiting-about-the-emotional-journey-behind-her-new-recipe-book-1-8084702 | en | 2016-08-23T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/41c8994386fa7f9f7ce806f82a7978e360a5a85b95c70ca9d62ce38adf1b5c5d.json |
[] | 2016-08-31T12:50:11 | null | 2016-08-31T13:40:17 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fjoe-puts-his-art-and-soul-into-brush-strokes-1-8098103.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8098102.1472647195!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Joe puts his art and soul into brush strokes | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Academic work was never a strong point for young Joseph Scott.
When Joseph, of Kenilworth Avenue, Fleetwood, was at school he was trying to cope with the twin challenges of autism and epilepsy and struggled with lessons.
But his life was transformed when teachers at Cardinal Allen RC High School realised he had an incredible talent. Despite his disabilities, Joseph excelled in art and the school encouraged him and told his parents that this was an area he could do very well at.
And that’s certainly been the case since he left school. Joseph, now aged 20, has just been short-listed for the prestigious National Open Art competition with one of his oil paintings, called Reeling In.
And Joseph, about to embark on a BA honours degree in fine art and professional practice at Blackpool and the Fylde College, will launch an exhibition of his work at the Solaris Centre on South Promenade, Blackpool in October.
Joseph and his parents believe his story can inspire others who may not be naturally academic or may even be disabled but have other skills.
His mum, Kathryn Dale, said: “The school told us Joseph was unlikely to be academic but when they realised he had a real gift for art, the teachers were brilliant and really encouraged him. “
Joseph, who signs his work as JP Scott and works in many mediums such as oil, acrylic and water colour, said: “I really enjoy oil painting and the different textual effects. My goal is to become an independent artist selling work online.” | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/joe-puts-his-art-and-soul-into-brush-strokes-1-8098103 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/b032be8fe86da783a900d5934c237ad6f158e5e1ed14d2b60c8ef0e7682cade3.json |
[] | 2016-08-27T10:49:00 | null | 2016-08-27T10:53:18 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fpolice-appeal-after-theft-from-handbag-1-8092213.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8092212.1472292272!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Police appeal after theft from handbag | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Police in Blackpool want to speak to this woman after the theft of a pensioner’s handbag in the resort.
Money and bank cards were stolen from the elderly woman’s bag at an address on St Annes Road, Blackpool.
The victim’s son, aged 61, met the woman outside Ma Kelly’s Public House on Lytham Road at around 11.15pm on Friday August 19.
They travelled back to the man’s address on Lytham Road, when the woman told him she was going out to make a phone call.
However, the woman didn’t return and the man then discovered that bank cards and around £60 cash had been stolen from his 80-year-old mother’s bag.
PC Ian Byrne from Blackpool Police said: “If you recognise this woman or have any information that could assist us, please get in touch.”
Anyone with information can all police on 101 quoting incidentLC-20160820-0108. Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111 or at crimestoppers-uk.org. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/police-appeal-after-theft-from-handbag-1-8092213 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/2851511afb8bfa76422392ddc9c4a2261ef3af78c780ace357ccae9ed5aedb1e.json |
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"Gavin Browne"
] | 2016-08-30T08:48:13 | null | 2016-08-30T08:29:59 | Visit now for the latest football news - from The Gazette in Blackpool | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fis-wenger-gunner-splash-the-cash-1-8095178.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8095177.1472542178!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Is Wenger Gunner splash the cash? | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | You're almost there.We've just sent a confirmation email to . Check it out to confirm your registration.
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Please try again later by clicking the resend welcome email link from your profile page. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/is-wenger-gunner-splash-the-cash-1-8095178 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/3ef0810b2315072c6d3b67765fb9c88dce1a97c4e3164a08f2f9d317b2f7b545.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T12:57:55 | null | 2016-08-19T10:27:23 | Visit now for the offbeat news - from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Foffbeat%2Fdo-you-think-it-s-okay-to-allow-children-to-drink-some-alcohol-at-home-1-8078038.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8078037.1471608443!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Do you think it’s okay to allow children to drink some alcohol at home? | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Do you think it’s okay to allow children to drink some alcohol at home?
A study has found that half of parents with children under the age of 14 allow them to drink alcohol at home.
And, perhaps more worryingly, one in ten respondents to the Churchill Home Insurance survey allow children between the ages of five and seven to drink alcohol.
While it is not illegal for a child between the age of five and 16 to drink alcohol on private premises, it flies in the face of advice from the Chief Medical Officer whose official advice warns: “Children and their parents or carers are advised that an alcohol-free childhood is the healthiest and best option. However, if children drink alcohol underage, it should not be until at least the age of 15 years.
“Parents and young people should be aware that drinking, even at age 15 or older, can be hazardous to health and that not drinking is the healthiest option for young people.”
The UK Chief Medical Officer highlights that “drinking, even at age 15 or older, can be hazardous to health and that not drinking is the healthiest option for young people.” | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/offbeat/do-you-think-it-s-okay-to-allow-children-to-drink-some-alcohol-at-home-1-8078038 | en | 2016-08-19T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/d8fd8671c537025a0bfd969dcb16d821d6ae5d9f9654a6e2833c0a884527f4d0.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T13:11:38 | null | 2016-08-26T10:11:38 | Visit now for the latest Blackpool crime news - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fcrime%2Fthief-s-650th-offence-on-the-fylde-coast-1-8090268.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8087331.1472202681!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Thief’s 650th offence on the Fylde coast | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | A man with a string of concvictions so long it stretches to 75 pages of foolscap paper, notched his 650th offence on the Fylde coast.
Patrick Ryan’s list of convictions is now so long that police and court staff no longer print it all out to try and save paper.
To say my client is a persistent offender is an under statement
Ryan, 61, of Fox Street, Preston, has committed offences the length and breadth of Britain and is believed to be one of the most prolific criminals in the country.
And for his 650th crime, he chose the market town of Poulton.
He travelled by train from Preston, spent time in a church and then went out and stole two bottles of Honoro Vera red wine, valued at £12.90, from a branch of Booths supermarket.
Ryan admitted the theft.
Pam Smith, prosecuting, said Ryan was seen trying to leave the store without paying and when asked by a store member to halt, the bottles were found inhis bag.
Ryan, who is on Jobseekers Allowance, was given a 12-month conditional discharge by chairman of the Bench Ian Robertson who told him:”That means keep out of trouble for a year – we shall see.”
His lawyer Peter Manning said: “To say my client is a persistent offender is an under statement
“But he has calmed down a little these days.”
“He has not got many shoplifting convictions on his record over the years.
“This was perhaps a relapse as he is trying to put his alcohol problems behind him.”
“He travelled to Poulton and then went to church before being tempted to steal the wine. His judgement was obviously blurred.” | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/crime/thief-s-650th-offence-on-the-fylde-coast-1-8090268 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/7b9f9d53eb2e01a08ba110c029b503d6f0490bc2ace9a4a77fa413dbc8f9de75.json |
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"Colin Ainscough"
] | 2016-08-26T13:00:50 | null | 2016-08-25T12:04:11 | Visit now for travel news and features from The Gazette in Blackpool | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Flifestyle%2Ftravel%2Famericans-flock-to-the-uk-thanks-to-kate-middleton-and-fish-chips-1-8088030.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8088029.1472123142!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Americans flock to the UK thanks to Kate Middleton and Fish & Chips | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | As the pound continues to go in the dollars favour 42% of Americans say they are more likely to visit the UK for a holiday, according to new data* from Hotels.com™.
London topped the list of destinations Americans would most like to visit (88%), with Cambridge (41%) and Liverpool (39%) closely vying for second place for statesiders looking for a cultural fix. The unexpected winner, however, was Grimsby with more respondents keen on visiting the northern fishing town than the majestic Snowdonia.
The Royal Family still has huge appeal for visitors from the States with Buckingham Palace the attraction they'd most like to visit (76%) with the home of the crown jewels (the Tower of London, 65%) and royal wedding venue, Westminster Abbey, (52%) also in the top five attractions. Finishing off the royal fever, Kate Middleton was the number one celebrity Americans would most like to meet, closely followed by Her Majesty the Queen. In a girl power worthy line up, the top five famous faces respondents would most like to meet were all women:
1.Kate Middleton (46%)
2.The Queen (45%)
3.JK Rowling (31%)
4.Adele (30%)
5.Kate Winslet (27%)
It seems Britain's culinary kudos isn't as poor as it once was with 68% of Americans keen to try the cornerstone British cuisine – the humble fish and chips. However, sweet treats rounded out the top five with apple crumble (44%), cream tea (43%) and a traditional afternoon tea (39%) just behind a full English (48%).
When quizzed on their perceptions of Britain as a nation many stereotypes rung true with a third of Americans believing Brits loved their pubs and that it always rains (only during a great British summer of course). Yet it seems Americans love our chit chat, as almost three quarters state their favourite thing about Brits is our accents and over a third love our sense of humour.
Simon Matthews, Senior PR Manager of Hotels.com Brand comments, “The fact that some Americans want to visit Grimsby on their next trip proves they must be really savvy about where to get the best British grub, as we all know Grimsby is famous for its Fish and Chips! The rising interest from our American cousins is likely more to do with the strong dollar than the draw of our culinary delights, however it would be a welcome boom for the UK travel industry.”
*2,000 adults from the U.S. were polled by One Poll, commissioned by Hotels.com in July 2016 | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/lifestyle/travel/americans-flock-to-the-uk-thanks-to-kate-middleton-and-fish-chips-1-8088030 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/e59a56fdd41b15c3b8337ec678c2e46c224a52c651a6574d548a016e647b16c2.json |
[] | 2016-08-29T10:49:46 | null | 2016-08-29T09:51:07 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fmum-and-baby-escape-house-blaze-1-8093985.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8093984.1472460649!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Mum and baby escape house blaze | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | A mum and her baby were forced to flee from a smoke-filled Blackpool home.
Fire crews were called to the terraced house in Tyne Avenue, close to Stanley Park, at 8am today.
They were responding to reports a tumble dryer had caught fire.
Crew manager John Riley from Blackpool Fire Station said: “The tumble dryer had been turned on about 30 minutes prior to the fire.
“A woman inside the house smelled smoke and looked into the kitchen, saw the flames and alerted the family.
“They escaped the house and called the fire service.”
On arrival firefighters found the house smoked logged and a team of two wearing breathing apparatus were deployed a hose reel.
Once the fire was extinguished a ventilation unit was used to get rid of the smoke in the property.
The kitchen was badly damaged due to the fire, there was very slight damage to the rest of the property due to the occupier closing the kitchen door and preventing fire spread.
Crew manager Riley said there had been no working smoke alarm in the property.
He said: “Smoke alarms save lives, You are more than twice as likely to die in a fire at home if you haven’t got one.
“A smoke alarm is the easiest way to alert you to the danger of fire, giving you and your family precious time to escape.” | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/mum-and-baby-escape-house-blaze-1-8093985 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/4077bfa27988a7ff65459ad4e8c86ac9d0c6a746bcfc2451996244efc87edc4e.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T13:07:08 | null | 2016-08-26T11:07:05 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fnineteen-straight-defeats-but-all-not-lost-at-fylde-cc-1-8090451.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8090742.1472211356!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Nineteen straight defeats...but all not lost at Fylde CC | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | They may be the whipping boys of the Palace Shield premier division but for Fylde CC all is not lost.
Captain Anthony Ellison has presided over 19 straight defeats to leave Fylde marooned at the bottom, heading rapidly for the relegation trapdoor with just 22 points.
Following their latest defeat to leaders Fulwood and Broughton, the Poulton-based side have three more chances to record a win.
They lost a rain-affected 20-over match at Fulwood by 108 runs, having been dismissed for just 59.
Three teams finished below Fylde last year, so what had gone wrong in 2016? Losing most of your established first-team players doesn’t help.
The top six batsmen departed the Moorland Road club before a ball was bowled in April, including last season’s skipper Dave Crawforth and club stalwart Michael Watkinson.
All-rounder Joe McMillan left for Thornton Cleveleys, opening batter Paul Willis departed for Fleetwood, Steve Wright headed south to Standish, while Conor Jones and Joe Calvert have been largely unavailable.
The uphill climb has become steeper and steeper for the club since game one.
For Ellison, just 26 himself, bringing many second-team batsmen up to the premier division to tackle more precise bowlers every week has proved a step too far.
But Ellison is still enjoying the role. He said: “Being out of our depth, our confidence and team spirit have undoubtedly been the best in the league.
“Keeping morale and confidence high going into the concluding games of the season, and taking that into the next season, will be essential for progression with a young side. I am looking forward to rebuilding next season in the first division.”
Fylde have failed to score more than 100 in 13 of their 19 league games but Ellison says it is not complete gloom.
“There are lots of positives to carry into next season, with young players performing well,” he said. “This gives me confidence that fielding a younger side next season can help us fight for promotion.
“It has been a challenging first season as first-team captain but I have enjoyed it.”
He has plenty of young talent at his disposal thanks to the club’s thriving youth set-up. Some have been blooded this season, earlier than the club would have wished, but they have shown much promise alongside older heads like Danny Smith.
Smith has been the star performer with the ball, taking 25 wickets, Ellison chipping in with 24.
Young Anthony Churchill and Ben Anderson have shone, while fellow teenagers like Jack Davies, who has taken eight catches, have gained valuable experience of an unforgiving league, in which they tackle Croston tomorrow. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/nineteen-straight-defeats-but-all-not-lost-at-fylde-cc-1-8090451 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/468c4ab3d32e6bf721f219608a76ac006f031699209f36b643cf527bd9ea9264.json |
[] | 2016-08-29T12:49:03 | null | 2016-08-29T12:34:02 | Visit now for the latest theatre & comedy news - direct from The Gazette in Blackpool | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fwhats-on%2Ftheatre-and-comedy%2Fcarmen-down-to-the-grand-for-top-opera-1-8094304.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8094303.1472470422!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Carmen down to the Grand for top opera | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | The critically acclaimed Russian State Opera will be bringing ‘Carmen’ to the Blackpool Grand Theatre on Sunday, September 18.
Georges Bizets’ Carmen, described as “The most powerful and enjoyable opera”, features a live orchestra with more than 30 musicians. The songs are in French but there will also be English subtitles available for those, like myself, whose French vocabulary stretches as far as ‘bonjour’ and ‘au revoir’.
Set in 19th century Seville, It tells the story of the downfall of Don José, a naïve soldier who is seduced by Carmen, free-spirited femme fatale. José abandons his childhood sweetheart and deserts from his military duties, yet loses Carmen’s love to the glamorous toreador Escamillo.
The music from the opera, which was first performed in 1875, is widely acclaimed and the ‘Toreador Song’ is among the best known of all operatic arias.
Producer Alexej Ignatow, of Amande Concerts Ltd, who has co-ordinated the UK tour, said: “We are constantly on the lookout for new challenges, to ensure that our opera and ballet audiences get a chance to experience a wide spectrum of various classic pieces.
“With extensive national tours that get our productions seen the length and breadth of the country, we are able to offer national audiences in various theatres an unforgettable experience at a fraction of the price, all without sacrificing quality. So, it is very close to my heart to continue working with theatres all over the UK to deliver top quality productions every year and make new converts wherever we go.
“No experience is needed to enjoy these classics. Our sets and costume designs, as well as the informative programmes make the productions very accessible and most of all, enjoyable. For opera, English surtitles make it easy to follow the story as you listen to the performance sung in its original language.”
If you’ve never been to an opera before but have always been interested, then this might be the perfect opportunity. With exciting themes such as love, treachery, passion and betrayal, as well as the English subtitles, this might just be the perfect way in.
Tickets are priced between £18.50 and £35.50. A special discounted price of £12.50 is available to under 26’s, subject to availability. Call 01253 290 190. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/whats-on/theatre-and-comedy/carmen-down-to-the-grand-for-top-opera-1-8094304 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/4051a9e14ac085b15e17230c5a6186c79faa5a7955cc15ec5b108732f1d62bfa.json |
[] | 2016-08-29T10:49:42 | null | 2016-08-29T11:04:04 | Visit now for the offbeat news - from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Foffbeat%2Fparents-blame-technology-for-kids-antisocial-behaviour-1-8094126.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8094125.1472465025!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Parents blame technology for kids’ antisocial behaviour | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | A new survey has revealed that over a third of parents believe mobile phones and tablets are making their children unsociable.
The study has shown that 39 per cent of parents believe the gadgets have had a negative effect on their child’s willingness to socialise.
It was also discovered that more than half of parents think a device has had a negative effect on their child’s willingness to participate in physical activity.
The research, conducted by insurance firm Row.co.uk, has also found that a third of parents also found their child to be more argumentative, had a lower attention span and received a lesser quality of sleep since the introduction of these gadgets.
Yet despite this, almost half said the tech has improved their child’s creativity and over a third said it had increased their happiness.
It was also revealed that almost a third of parents believe their child spends too much time using their devices, while 17 per cent regret giving their children a mobile phone or tablet.
Row.co.uk’s research also showed that almost a third of parents said they typically ban their child from using the devices at least once a week, with five per cent saying they have to remove the items once a day - resulting in tears, tantrums and one parent even comparing the reaction to that of an addict.
Data released by Ofcom in November 2015 revealed that three quarters of five to 15-year-olds own a tablet, as well as over half of three to four-year-olds.
The Row.co.uk survey showed that children spend an average of four hours on their mobile and four and a half hours on their tablets each week.
Parents also estimated that their children spend six and a half hours a week watching television, although only 18 per cent of parents think this is too much, compared to 29 per cent who think their child uses their tablet too much.
Over ten per cent have found their child using the device to listen to inappropriate music or playing inappropriate games, while six per cent claimed to have discovered their children using the devices to view pornography.
Richard Waters of Row.co.uk commented: “Gadgets have become a huge part of our lives, and over the last decade we’ve seen our dependency on electronics steadily increase.
“While technology is a big part of education for children, it is important that they feel safe and supported in their gadget use.
“Ensuring that parental controls are activated, and capping the amount of time spent using gadgets every week are just two ways parents can make sure their children are safely using their devices.
“Teaching our children about internet safety and how we should conduct ourselves online is also a good way to increase your son or daughter’s awareness about secure internet use.” | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/offbeat/parents-blame-technology-for-kids-antisocial-behaviour-1-8094126 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/772b80e3a763cd738485b004cdc22924462ef8efa3d15fa4aada75fb0e2a8107.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T10:49:59 | null | 2016-08-30T10:28:06 | Get the latest news from The Gazette in Blackpool - politics, transport, education, health, environment and more. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Ffamily-s-dread-over-killer-s-release-bid-1-8095362.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8095323.1472551700!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Family’s dread over killer’s release bid | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | The grieving parents of a domestic violence victim say they are expecting a call they dread “any day now”.
Trevor and Sheila Fairhurst are bracing themselves for news of killer Darren Pilkington’s parole hearing, which could see him back on the streets within weeks.
Carly Fairhurst
A decade ago Pilkington, who was then dating their 19-year-old daughter Carly, pushed her downstairs at a house they were minding and left her for dead.
The critically injured Hindley teenager was on a life support system for several days before losing her battle for life.
Pilkington, now, 33, became one of the first people in British legal history to admit to two separate cases of manslaughter. He was serving a jail term for his part in the death of Hindley man Paul Akister when he first became close to Carly.
He has already served many years over his original minimum tariff, and could in fact have already been released had there not been an incident at an open prison when he was not found to be in his cell.
He was thereafter returned to a higher category jail and the system decrees that he will not return to a lower category one before release.
Mr and Mrs Fairhurst have been waiting for months to discover when the all-important parole hearing will be, when a panel will decide whether he needs to stay behind bars longer or be released on licence.
Mr Fairhurst said: “It has been an anxious wait. It’s odd because no news is good news – the longer he stays behind bars the better. But we are also waiting for the news of the hearing and it can’t be long now.
“I imagine that during the summer break it is difficult to get everyone together for consultation on his fitness to be released. You need the prison governor, a senior probation official, a representative of the Secretary of State and police.
“He is past his tariff and, since that incident at the open prison, he seems to have played the system so he could well be released. It is a worry.”
If Pilkington is allowed out there will be very strict licence terms imposed. These are likely to include not entering Greater Manchester for at least 10 years. He will also be in a hostel where he will be tested for drugs and alcohol every evening and, of course, he must make no attempt to contact the Fairhursts.
Any breach of these conditions and he will find himself back behind bars. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/family-s-dread-over-killer-s-release-bid-1-8095362 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/ceba971ea36db947f82638bbf9f25d77ba54c7fffae22552708a2b1bcd56516b.json |
[] | 2016-08-31T12:48:36 | null | 2016-08-31T12:14:15 | Visit now for the latest horse racing news and reports - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fhorse-racing%2Fsimpson-s-selections-1-8097787.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8097785.1472642033!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Simpson’s Selections | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | You're almost there.We've just sent a confirmation email to . Check it out to confirm your registration.
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[] | 2016-08-31T12:48:34 | null | 2016-08-31T13:27:43 | Visit now for the latest Blackpool and Lancashire cricket news and reports - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fcricket%2Flancashire-in-vain-struggle-for-wickets-1-8098056.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8098055.1472646442!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Lancashire in vain struggle for wickets | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Progress was slow on day one of Lancashire’s Specsavers Division One clash against Somerset at Emirates Old Trafford.
Lancashire won the toss and inserted the visitors who were 69 for no wicket at lunch.
Both Marcus Trescothick and Tom Abell played a few false shots against the three front-line Lancashire seamers but the openers also stroked some fine boundaries during a session which was twice interrupted by rain but ended in bright sunshine.
Trescothick reached a thousand Championship runs for the season when he cut Lytham Cricket Club’s Toby Lester for four in the 13th over and was 37 not out at lunch.
His fellow opener Abell, was unbeaten on 32 although he was dropped five minutes before the interval when Rob Jones shelled a catch in the gully off Luke Procter.
Earlier Lancashire had included the fast-medium bowlers Tom Bailey and Lester in place of Nathan Buck and Arron Lilley in the only changes from the side that lost to Surrey last week | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/cricket/lancashire-in-vain-struggle-for-wickets-1-8098056 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/90c1e35b5b7bda755471459cf9e2f5f3528c71345b7e9b6143b516c6a9068a88.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T13:06:52 | null | 2016-08-26T07:00:00 | Visit now for the latest Blackpool and Lancashire cricket news and reports - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fcricket%2Ffylde-coast-cricket-preview-lots-still-to-play-for-at-lytham-1-8089902.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8089901.1472166723!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Fylde coast cricket preview: Lots still to play for at Lytham | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Lytham CC captain Dom O’Brien hasn’t ruled out a top-four finish but admits his side are still in a Liverpool Competition relegation battle.
It’s been a disappointing season for the Church Road side, spent mostly in the lower half of the ECB premier league, but Lytham halted a run of defeats with a battling home draw – which was just a handful of runs from being a win – against leaders Northern last Saturday.
Now Australian O’Brien wants to build on that in the final four games to ease lingering fears and propel his side up the table, starting at Bootle tomorrow.
“It’s been a very mixed season and we’ve struggled to build momentum,” O’Brien told The Gazette.
“Climbing the table will be tough but four wins could get us into the top four, though we are certainly not clear of relegation either.”
Fifty points separate Lytham from the bottom two, but with 20 for a win nothing is cut and dried. O’Brien added: “We have a strong group of young players. The season has been challenging for them but their confidence is high, so hopefully we can finish strongly.”
And O’Brien, who is approaching 4,000 runs for the club and has scored 624 in the league this season, hopes the performance against Northern can act as a turning point for the run-in.
Last week’s draw was all the more admirable for being achieved without their Lancashire paceman Toby Lester, who has taken 50 wickets for Lytham this season. Another key player in the remaining weeks is likely to be wicketkeeper Gary Knight, who has scored 500 runs.
“We still have to play teams above us, so there’s a good chance to climb the table,” said O’Brien.
While Lytham prepare for one big game this weekend, their neighbours in the Northern League face at least two.
It’s a double-header bank holiday weekend as the title race hots up, with Monday’s derby clash between Fleetwood and Blackpool the obvious eye-catcher.
Before then, leaders Blackpool must negotiate two matches against Netherfield, in the league tomorrow and in the Readers Cup semi-finals 24 hours later – the winners face Lancaster in the final on Sunday week.
Third-placed Fleetwood warm up for Monday’s derby with a trip to Preston tomorrow.
St Annes have two home games over the holiday weekend. They welcome Penrith to Vernon Road tomorrow and Chorley on Monday.
Garstang are celebrating glory in the Palace Shield’s Meyler Cup and are dreaming of a league and cup double.
They won a rain-affected cup final at Vernon Carus on a faster run-rate, reaching 153-1 in pursuit of 196-0.
Standing third in the premier division, Garstang are very much in contention for the double heading into tomorrow’s crunch clash away to leaders Fulwood and Broughton.
Tomorrow’s CRICKET
Northern Premier League: Barrow v Morecambe, Lancaster v Kendal, Leyland v Chorley, Netherfield v Blackpool, Preston v Fleetwood, St Annes v Penrith.
Liverpool Competition ECB premier league: Bootle v Lytham
Moore and Smalley SE+ Palace Shield
Premier division: Fulwood and Broughton v Garstang, Fylde v Croston, Penwortham v Whittingham and Goosnargh, Thornton Cleveleys v Freckleton, Torrisholme v Longridge, Vernon Carus v Great Eccleston
Division One: Garstang 2 v BAC/EE Preston, Kirkham and Wesham v Vernon Carus 2, Longridge 2 v Norcross, Rufford v Eccleston, White Coppice v Hoghton, Withnell Fold v Fulwood and Broughton 2.
Division Two: Great Eccleston 2 v Thornton Cleveleys 2, Gregson Lane v Penwotham 2, Mawdesley v Wrea Green , New Longton v Tarleton, Walton-le-Dale v South Shore, Whittle and Clayton-le-Woods v Blackpool 3 | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/cricket/fylde-coast-cricket-preview-lots-still-to-play-for-at-lytham-1-8089902 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/6560ada581b00a8f2122c4fadabf834ffe842e8d989bf21784ab2963d9f58be5.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T15:13:02 | null | 2016-08-26T12:15:03 | Visit now for the latest entertainment and leisure news and features - from The Gazette in Blackpool | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fwhats-on%2Ftime-to-enjoy-the-ride-of-your-life-1-8090679.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8090677.1472210086!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Time to enjoy the ride of your life | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | If you just can’t wait another week or so to see the Illuminations then Ride The Lights is once again giving people a chance to get a sneak peek next Tuesday.
Between 7pm and 10pm, the Promenade will be fully closed to vehicles other than bicycles for the event, which has become something of a yearly tradition for cyclists.
This year for the first time ever, riders will have the opportunity to detour through the Blackpool Pleasure Beach via North Gate, to be greeted by live DJ sets and characters.
The free event, which is attended by thousands of people every year, will have entertainment in the form of Radio Wave presenters Ged Mills and Hayley Kay, who will be hosting the main stage of live music and fun at Blackpool Tower Headlands.
Coun Gillian Campbell, Deputy Leader of Blackpool Council, said: “Ride the Lights is always extremely popular and is now a firm fixture on Blackpool’s calendar.
“It will be a great night of cycling, fun and entertainment and I hope everyone will have a fantastic time.”
For those wishing to get involved The route runs from Starr Gate, South Shore all the way through to Red Bank Road, Bispham with riders able to go in either direction or join the ride at any point on the promenade.
Riders can cycle as much or as little of the course as they choose. | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/whats-on/time-to-enjoy-the-ride-of-your-life-1-8090679 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/20ddb771ddb53554f0abe40d80c096b8e0d1626e2ed1a94dc0dfb86b3c04ae6b.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T20:48:50 | null | 2016-08-26T20:02:56 | Visit now for the offbeat news - from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Foffbeat%2Frevealed-britain-s-most-popular-pet-names-1-8091654.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8091653.1472227522!/image/image.jpg | en | null | REVEALED - Britain’s most popular pet names | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | The most popular pet name in the UK is Charlie, according to new research into the names we choose for our animals by Pets at Home.
Pets at Home surveyed more than 800,000 pet owners through its My VIP club and has found the top 50 most popular names for each pet type. Whether the pet is a bird, cat, dog, fish, horse, reptile or small animal, Charlie was the clear winner with almost 34,000 of British pet owners choosing this name for their animal friend, topping the list of most common names for birds, cats and horses.
Poppy also proved to be a popular choice for many pets, particularly canines and felines, ranking at number one for dogs and number two for cats. Other common selections include Alfie, Bella, Billy and Molly.
George also ranked highly across all species with almost 10,000 of those taking part choosing this name within the top 50, again regardless of pet type, suggesting the young Prince’s influence may not end with toddler fashion and toys.
The world of entertainment, particularly children’s cartoons, appear to have had an effect on the names owners select. Bird based film Rio saw the film’s title rank in tenth place for birds, while classic cartoon character name Tweety came in at number 32.
Bestselling book A Cat Called Alfie may have inspired cat owners, with Alfie being the eighth most popular name for cats. Winnie the Pooh fans are meanwhile drawn to Tigger, which ranked at 11 in cat names. Demonstrating that classic films can still influence our decisions, Thumper, who appeared in the 1942 film Bambi, is still the seventh most chosen name for rabbits. Nemo, is the second most popular name for the nation’s fish following Goldie in first.
Gavin Hawthorn, Group CRM Director, said: “It’s interesting to see that just as popular culture and famous faces influence what we name our children, likewise, these trends can help the nation’s pet owners select a name for their animals. It seems likely that children being allowed to name their first animal friend forms a big part of the naming process, particularly among the film and TV inspired monikers.
“However, it also seems that books and even the Royal family are also helping Brits to decide on what to call their pet. Meanwhile Charlie and Poppy scored highly across species, suggesting that cute, traditional names will always appeal when it comes to naming our pets.”
Top ten names for British pets by species
Top ten names for dogs
1. Poppy
2. Alfie
3. Bella
4. Charlie
5. Molly
6. Max
7. Daisy
8. Bailey
9. Ruby
10. Lola
Top ten names for cats
1. Charlie
2. Poppy
3. Molly
4. Bella
5. Oscar
6. Daisy
7. Tilly
8. Alfie
9. Millie
10. Smudge
Top ten names for small animals
1. Daisy
2. Fudge
3. Nibbles
4. Poppy
5. Rosie
6. Charlie
7. Thumper
8. Fluffy
9. George
10. Harry
Top ten names for reptiles
1. Spike
2. George
3. Rex
4. Charlie
5. Sid
6. Monty
7. Bob
8. Leo
9. Rango
10. Sheldon
Top ten names for fish
1. Goldie
2. Nemo
3. Bob
4. Bubbles
5. Fishy
6. George
7. Fred
8. Jaws
9. Dave
10. Tom
Top ten names for horses
1. Charlie
2. Jack
3. Rosie
4. Molly
5. Harry
6. Alfie
7. Billy
8. Poppy
9. Murphy
10. Lady
Top ten names for birds
1. Charlie
2. Joey
3. Billy
4. Bobby
5. George
6. Blue
7. Alfie
8. Rosie
9. Sky
10. Rio | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/offbeat/revealed-britain-s-most-popular-pet-names-1-8091654 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/cc9f17e8fa4b514e552cc1d6afa1d664c4a9da9adf8a968b4390606cf9f3a3f0.json |
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"Elizabeth Anderson"
] | 2016-08-30T12:50:05 | null | 2016-08-30T12:28:28 | Visit now for the latest Blackpool business news - direct from The Gazette | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackpoolgazette.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fbusiness%2Frevealed-the-top-uk-companies-for-work-life-balance-1-8095734.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimage/1.8095733.1472556549!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Revealed: The top UK companies for work-life balance | null | null | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk | A recruitment firm has been named the best company in the UK for work-life balance.
Financial recruiter Goodman Masson took first place in the list by jobs site Glassdoor, based on reviews submitted to its website by current and former staff.
The company, which is based in London and also has offices in Dusseldorf, was praised by staff for its “huge investment” in staff benefits and “great” parties twice a year.
“The attention paid to the wellbeing of staff is at a level rarely matched elsewhere,” said an anonymous employee working in the London office.
In second place was technology firm Cisco Systems, and in third place was insurer HomeServe.
West Midlands-based HomeServe, which employs 1,200 people at its headquarters in Walsall and has 2.1 million customers in the UK, was commended for its attitude towards the treatment of its staff.
“The salary is very competitive and you are rewarded very generously for your hard work and just for carrying out your role. The company has a great framework for career progression and is always looking to promote people internally for job roles,” said a water supply engineer working at the firm.
Greg Reed, chief marketing officer at HomeServe, said: “We believe if you take care of your people, they will take care of your customers. This means creating a culture where people genuinely enjoy coming to work every day because they feel what they do really makes a difference in our customers’ lives.”
Temping firm LOLA and Screwfix completed the top five. Other companies in the top 20 included Apple, American Express Lloyds Banking Group, Unilever and John Lewis.
Google is known for its plush offices, but doesn’t make the top 20 companies for work-life balance. Its new London office has sleep pods so workers can take a nap, although perhaps this is an indication of long hours.
For a company to have been considered, at least 50 work-life balance ratings must have been submitted by UK-based employees in the past year.
The top 20 companies for work-life balance:
1. Goodman Masson
2. Cisco Systems
3. HomeServe UK
4. LOLA Staffing
5. Screwfix
6. American Express
7. BP
8. Peninsula Business Services
9. ARM Holdings
10. Unilever
11.Thomson Reuters
12. Kantar Worldpanel
13. Atkins
14. Téléfonica
15. Credit Suisse
16. Rolls-Royce
17. John Lewis
18. Waitrose
19. Lloyds Banking Group
20. Apple | http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/business/revealed-the-top-uk-companies-for-work-life-balance-1-8095734 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/2454507aacdfeae76997350d21779d8fbd194a0196c73cb76ee18faf8dbb78c5.json |
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