• 2 days ago
A round-up of all the top stories from across Lancashire.
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00:00Hello, my name is Luke Patrick and I'm a reporter for the Lancashire Post and the Blackpool Gazette.
00:05Here is the Daily Bulletin.
00:07Councillors condemned social media rumours over asylum seekers.
00:11Councillors have condemned irresponsible claims that former civil service officers in Blackpool could be used to accommodate asylum seekers.
00:20Councillor Julie Sloman told a full meeting of the council that speculation which had been spread on social media about Warbrick House was upsetting for many residents living in the area.
00:31Councillor Dave Flanagan, who represents Greenlands Ward, which includes Warbrick House, also said that such rumours had raised concerns.
00:42Campaign launched to save Cleveland's M&S food hall as no cross-replacement planned.
00:48That application, lodged with WIRE on January 7th, is the erection of a new retail food store which would have a net sales area of 1,465 square metres and 145 parking spaces.
01:01These new proposals to go alongside plans for the new housing at Norcross would create 50 jobs but also see the replacement enclosure of the smaller branch on Victoria Road West, if approved.
01:12The plans for a new larger store have been welcomed by some residents across the district but many do not want to lose the town centre shop.
01:22Preston's spud brother, Jacob, delivers huge announcements while making an offer to almost famous employees.
01:29When the spud bros are not busy helping feed the masses at their potato tram on Preston Flag Market, they are giving back to those in need.
01:40When half of the spud brothers, Jacob Nelson, 29, touched the duo's Facebook page on hearing the sad news that almost famous burger chain has closed its site this week, citing the cost of living and Covid as some of the reasons.
01:54Jacob, who is recovering after surgery, said, I have just seen the sad news that almost famous are completely shutting down.
02:01Preston's new cinema announces opening date.
02:05The eight-screen Arc Cinema, part of the city's new anime, leisure and restaurant complex, will officially open on 21st February.
02:14The post revealed earlier this month that the venue was set to open during the half-term week as a key milestone in the phased launch of the £45.8 million attraction.
02:26Signage was being erected on the building earlier this week.
02:30A statement from the Arc Cinema Preston Facebook page said the countdown is officially on.
02:35The Arc Cinema opens its doors on 21st February with free parking for all our visitors, luxury recliner seating, the latest blockbusters and plenty of popcorn.
02:45We can't wait to welcome you to your new favourite cinema.