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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)

Four murder arrests after man assaulted at home
Officers believe the victim, named by police as Rob Kerr, was assaulted at his home in Blackpool.
Thief banned from all UK schools and universities
John Tinney, 62, targeted educational establishments to fund his alcoholism, a court hears.
No sign Eden Project Morecambe funding will be cut
Bosses behind the "global garden" concept at Morecambe Bay remain confident it will go ahead.
Bereaved parents' call to address racial imbalance
Vaishali Bamania says the government "needs to put in some resources" to support families after baby loss.
Injured loggerhead turtle released back into wild
The creature has been released in the Azores after a successful rehabilitation programme.
Horse charity marks 50 years with museum
HAPPA opens a museum at its rescue centre on Shores Hey Farm showcasing its work for equine welfare.
Farmer 'lucky to be alive' after electricity pole crash
A warning has been issued to farm workers after the accident brought down lines carrying 33,000 volts.
Illuminations 'to save Blackpool' after poor summer
Money pressures and bad weather hit summer bookings, but tourism chiefs hope lights will rescue resort.
Train company swipes left on dating apps
Northern has relaunched a campaign aimed at adults who might not have "found a holiday romance".
Football club to provide autism sensory packs
The packs include ear defenders and fidget toys to "make a more for comfortable environment" for fans.
Showbiz museum has its 50,000th visitor
Showtown features Strictly Come Dancing costumes, a vintage Sooty puppet and Stan Laurel's hat.
Children's home for one child blocked by planners
Objectors say the home would not be "aligned with the elderly demographic".
Anderson a target for USA's Major League Cricket
England's all-time leading Test wicket-taker James Anderson is a target for Major League Cricket in the USA, BBC Sport understands.
Motorcyclist seriously injured in crash
Police want to trace people who stopped to help the rider following Saturday's crash near Barrow.
Heritage building to be reopened as health hub
The Victorian Lancaster building, not used for a decade, will reopen for healthcare and pharmacy.
Monsters to appear on resort's rooftops for Halloween
The Monster Hunt is set to be one of the highlights of Blackpool's Halloween By The Sea celebrations.
Man rescued after flat blast is arrested over drugs
Two people were burned in the explosion at block of flats in Burnley, Lancashire Police say.
Lancs and Somerset trade 21 wickets on day one
Lancashire end the day on 16-1 in their second innings, a lead of 10 runs as an astonishing 21 wickets fall on day one against Somerset.
Joshua v Fury must happen by end of 2025 - Hearn
Tyson Fury v Anthony Joshua must "definitely" take place by the end of 2025 or it will never happen, says promoter Eddie Hearn.
AFC Fylde part company with head coach Beech
Head coach Chris Beech departs struggling AFC Fylde after defeat by York City leaves them with just one win in the National League this season.

Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)

No deal done for Ince - Appleton
Blackpool manager Michael Appleton says Liverpool are interested in Thomas Ince but denies a deal has been done.
Moores to nurture youth at Lancs
Peter Moores will continue to help young, local talent progress after extending his contract as Lancashire coach.
Alexander to reduce squad size
New manager Graham Alexander plans to reduce the size of the squad he has inherited at League Two side Fleetwood Town.
Foster display delights Westley
Preston manager Graham Westley says Luke Foster gave an "outstanding" performance on his debut against Bury.
Oxford Utd 2-0 Accrington
James Constable's seventh goal of the season helps Oxford beat Accrington and secures a place in the FA Cup third round.
Trio reach World Open last eight
England's Laura Massaro, Jenny Duncalf and Alison Waters reach the quarter-finals of the women's World Squash Open.
No plans to sell Austin - Burnley
Burnley say they will resist attempts to buy 22-goal striker Charlie Austin during the January transfer window.
Moores extends deal at Lancashire
Head coach Peter Moores will remain with Lancashire until the end of the 2014 season after extending his contract.
Appleton expects Basham to return
Blackpool are confident that midfielder Chris Basham will play a full part in the club's festive fixture programme.
Robinson remains in Berg's plans
Manager Henning Berg insists Paul Robinson has a future at Blackburn, despite leaving his keeper out at Blackpool.
Cyclist Wiggins wins BBC trophy
Olympic gold medallist and Tour de France winner Bradley Wiggins is voted the 2012 BBC Sports Personality of the Year.
England to rest Lancs' Anderson
Chris Woakes and Jos Buttler replace James Anderson and Jonathan Trott in England's one-day squad to face India.

National News Headlines

Mum says son died in 'hell on Earth' facility
Melanie Leahy addresses a public inquiry into 2,000 NHS mental health-related deaths.
Police probe actor's mistaken pepper-spray arrest
Reece Richards' arrest by officers in west London is being investigated by the Metropolitan Police.
Mum of baby murdered by Letby 'not taken seriously'
The mother of a baby killed by Lucy Letby believes suspicions about the nurse were not shared with her.
Hunt riders failed to stop fox pursuit, court told
Drone footage of two hunt members showed no apparent attempt to control hounds, a court hears.
Liverpool fan in Italy for match dies in crash
Philip Dooley, 51, died after he was hit by a vehicle in Bergamo, where he had gone to watch the team.
Tube pusher given indefinite hospital order
Donovan Kenlyn was found to have been insane when he punched and pushed men at Tube stations.
Judi Dench calls for cathedral trees to be saved
Plans to build a new Ripon Cathedral annexe involve the felling of 11 trees in the grounds.
Boys who died in fire called for help, court hears
Four young boys who died in a house blaze repeatedly called "there's a fire here", a court hears.
Stabbing victim 'made an impact wherever he went'
Frederick Mutala's family pay tribute after he died following an attack in Slough on 11 September.
Youngest boy in court over summer riots sentenced
The 12-year-old boy threw stones at police in the disorder which broke out in Southport in July.
The special mum who has helped more than 70 babies
Janet Wilcock wants to encourage more people to come forward as a foster carer or adoptive parent.
Blast victim climbs fell weeks after being in coma
Explosion survivor Leigh Taylor reaches a fell top just 37 days after leaving hospital.

Source: BBC News

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