Blackpool and Newcastle united to join up in the Championship June 23, 2009
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Breaking News, Blackpool FC and Newcastle United are to merge for the new season. http://bit.ly/RdNpS
Facts about Blackpool Tower June 15, 2009
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Facts, history and pictures here – http://is.gd/12DMY
Blackpool airport chief departs June 15, 2009
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THE chief executive of Blackpool International airport has stepped down after nearly two years in the job.
A spokesman for the airport said David Kershaw’s decision was “entirely amicable” and praised his track record.
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Blackpool out2dance Outdoor dance festival this weekend May 20, 2009
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out2dance a big big free outdoor dance festival. all types of dance masterclasses demos and workshops http://is.gd/BNlz
Blackpool out2dance Marquelle Ward Dance Routine May 15, 2009
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Blackpool International Airport’s centenary year. March 26, 2009
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Secondary schools across Lancashire and the Lake District are being asked to ‘Reach for the Skies’ to celebrate Blackpool International Airport’s centenary year.
Blackpool International has pledged a £5000 prize to the school which comes up with the winning design for a commemorative plaque based on the theme, ‘100 Years of Flying from Blackpool’.
The plaque will be unveiled at a special ceremony at the airport on 18th October 2009 – exactly 100 years since flying first began in Blackpool and the resort hosted Britain’s first official air show attracting more than 200,000 spectators.
Blackpool ZOO KEEPERS LONDON-BOUND! March 24, 2009
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Five of Blackpool Zoo’s keepers are heading for London tomorrow as guests of “This Morning”, the daily magazine programme featuring Philip Schofield and Fern Britton. They’ve been invited to have a full makeover including hair, make-up and clothes.
Other staff at the Zoo are looking foward to seeing the girls in their finery. If you’re free and near a television, do tune in to ITV on Wednesday morning (25th March) at 10.30 am – 12.30 pm and watch their well-deserved transformation.
Boyzone at the Opera House Blackpool March 23, 2009
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Antiques Roadshow heads for Blackpool Tower February 25, 2009
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Some of Britain’s leading antiques and fine arts specialists will be on hand to offer free advice and valuations to visitors.
Geoff Sage, manager of Blackpool Tower, said: “Blackpool Tower is a Grade One listed building – a perfect venue for the BBC to hold the Antiques Roadshow and I’m sure it will lend credibility to a marvellous show and let people see how beautiful the Tower is.
Filming for the popular Sunday evening programme will take place on Friday April 3. The doors open at 9.30 am and close at 4.30pm.
World Wars At Blackpool’s Grand Theatre February 24, 2009
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Using actors and ground-breaking 3D special effects, this thrilling new adaptation of Terry Deary’s famous books make historical figures and events from the two World Wars come alive on stage and hover at your fingertips!
Discover how wars make people tell lies, how the enemies in the trenches stopped fighting to play friendly football matches and how the war brought foul food and worse water. Find out how soldiers dealt with fierce flies, loathsome lice, gruesome gas, sickness and sores. And see how war affects everyone from peace-loving protestors to suffering soldiers and civilians.
Frightful First World War
Experience the front line of the worst war ever. Relive the terror of the trenches and deal with dreadful new weapons. Join the soldiers as they go over the top and prepare yourself for battle!
Woeful Second World War
From the brutal Blitz to the soggy shelters, join young Alf and Sally as they are evacuated to darkest Wales where they deal with rotten rations, scary schools and new parents. But the bombers are on their way so be sure to take cover!
The marvellously macabre Horrible Histories is back at Blackpool’s Grand Theatre with the Frightful First World War and the Woeful Second World War from Tuesday 3rd March to Saturday 7th March.
Frightful First World War: Tuesday at 7pm, Wednesday at 10.30am, Thursday at 1.30pm, Friday at 10.30am, Saturday at 7pm
Woeful Second World War: Wednesday at 1.30pm, Thursday at 10.30am, Friday at 7pm, Saturday at 2.30pm — www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk
