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Lancashire Artist of the Year 2024 winner and finalists revealed
A Lytham St Annes woman has spoken about the positive impact art has had on her life after being named winner of Lancashire Artist of the Year. Kathryn Olley, 43, was named the overall winner of the 2024 competition at a special celebration event at Lancashire Archives, alongside the other finalists. Now in its second […]
Burnley horse charity gives second chance to equines
Two abandoned Thoroughbreds in desperate need of veterinary assistance and care are now safe and have a second chance of a brighter future full of love and happiness, thanks to equine charity HAPPA (Horses and Ponies Protection Association), based in Burnley, Lancashire. HAPPA’s mission to Give a Second Chance to equines through Rescue, Rehabilitation, Rehoming […]
New online farmers market for North Lancs launches in Lancaster
Producers of North Lancashire’s finest food are gathering in Lancaster on Saturday 19 October to celebrate the launch of the new North Lancs Food Hub, called Gather. The hub is an online farmers market and is a pilot project set up to test new infrastructure that aims to develop a thriving local food economy which […]
Craig Smith named one of the UK’s Top 50 Most Ambitious Business Leaders for 2024
Craig Smith, Group Managing Director of Morecambe-based ICT Reverse & Mazuma Mobile has been recognised as one of The LDC Top 50 Most Ambitious Business Leaders for 2024, in partnership with The Times. Created by trusted investment partner LDC – part of Lloyds Banking Group, The Top 50 celebrates entrepreneurs demonstrating remarkable ambition, and is now in its seventh year. This year the […]
Lancashire pumpkin artist creates magic at Barton Grange
Award-winning pumpkin carver Simon McMinnis will be showcasing his spooktacular skills at a free Halloween event taking place at Barton Grange Garden Centre in October. The Lancashire-based artist will be carving out the magic and transforming pumpkins into works of art in the garden centre’s outdoor plant area on Saturday October 19th and Sunday October 20th. […]
Design team appointed for Chorley town centre improvements
Following a successful bid for once in a generation funding of £20m from the UK Government, Chorley Council has appointed a design team to progress proposals to transform areas of Chorley town centre. A specialist team comprising of architects, engineers, design consultants, are working on plans for the three schemes (listed below), which are all […]
Chorley-based Churchill Support Services expands with new acquisition
Churchill Support Services, a leader in security solutions, has acquired Sonitech Systems Limited, boosting its capabilities with cutting-edge electronic security. This strategic move adds to Churchill’s comprehensive security services while marking its second acquisition in two years. Based in Sandbach, Sonitech Systems complements Churchill’s trusted security presence with advanced electronic expertise. “This acquisition transforms how […]
Lancashire Music Association launched to create pathways into the industry
University of Central Lancashire’s music industry expert Tony Rigg helps bring the prospect of real music related careers in the county into sharp focus Creating clear career pathways into the music industry was on the agenda for the 200 delegates who attended the launch of the Lancashire Music Association during the county’s first ever music […]
Blackpool’s Christmas By The Sea is back for 2024
Blackpool’s spectacular Christmas By The Sea village is returning for 2024 – and it’s going to be bigger and better than ever! VisitBlackpool has confirmed that the hugely-popular outdoor village will open on Friday 15 November with an exciting range of festive family attractions – plus extended opening hours for the free skating rink which […]
Showtown announces Charlie Cairoli Collection Acquisition
Showtown & Blackpool Council are proud to announce the acquisition of the Charlie Cairoli Collection, an invaluable assemblage celebrating the legacy of laughter from one of the 20th century’s most iconic clowns. This collection fills key gaps in Blackpool’s story and highlights its local and national significance in the evolution of British popular culture. Now […]
Finalists revealed for the 2024 Wyre Business Awards
Wyre Council has announced the finalists for the annual Wyre Business Awards 2024, with almost 40 standout businesses now progressing to the next stage of the prestigious awards across 14 individual categories. The finalists will now await the awards ceremony, taking place at Marine Hall in Fleetwood on Tuesday 12 November where the worthy winners […]
£2.5m released for delivery of Eden Project Morecambe
Eden Project Morecambe has been further strengthened following the release of an additional £2.5million for the development of the new world-class destination. It brings to £5million the development money that has been made available to date as part of the £50million investment designated to the project by the UK Government. The availability of the funds […]