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Pigeon power came to Blackpool as enthusiasts from all over the world winged in for the show of the year. The British Homing World spectacular at the Winter Gardens Olympia attracted a record entry of over 1,200. Pictured is Judge Tom Riding (right) with the Queen's pigeon manager Len Rush who threw a regal eye over the proceedings
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Regulars gather for a drink in the Wheatsheaf in Garstang
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Martin Sumber celebrated his 21st birthday in style with an impressive victory in the Preston and Fulwood amateur boxing show at a packed Preston Stadium. Light middleweight Sumner got to grips with Steve Judge of Hyndburn and emerged a worthy winner. Martin is pictured above with the rest of the Preston and Fulwood team