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John Barnett MBE Becomes High Sheriff of Lancashire

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John Barnett MBE, a successful businessman from Blackpool, officially started his role as the new High Sheriff of Lancashire on Wednesday 13 April 2016. At the installation ceremony at County Hall in Preston, he promised to do everything he could for the people of Blackpool and Lancashire over the next year. In the Fylde Coast community, he’s well known for founding Radio Wave and serving as Chairman for many years after he retired. Even though many of the High Sheriff’s powers have been reduced over time, the role still carries out important duties. It’s a voluntary position with no salary… Read more »

Blackpool Born David Thewlis Lands Harry Potter Role

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David Thewlis landed the role of Remus Lupin in the Harry Potter films after a detailed casting process. He first appeared as Lupin in “Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban,” where he brought a lot of depth and warmth to the character of the Defense Against the Dark Arts professor. People really praised Thewlis for showing Lupin’s struggles with lycanthropy and his role as a mentor to Harry Potter and his friends. His performance added a lot of talent to the Harry Potter cast and helped make the series so successful and beloved. David Thewlis was born and raised… Read more »