Local News

New car park branded a ‘tarmac desert’
A new town centre car park has been branded a ‘tarmac desert’ by a councillor who had called for the space to be transformed into a green space instead.
Hotel wins back its alcohol licence following hearing
A Blackpool hotel has had a ban on selling alcohol lifted despite objections from the police.
Work begins on new passenger terminal at Blackpool Airport
Work has begun to build a new passenger handling terminal at Blackpool Airport as the Squires Gate hub continues with its expansion plans.
Poulton councillor elected to be next mayor of Wyre
Poulton councillor Steve Nicholls is to be the next mayor of Wyre.
Plans approved for new holiday flats
Proposals to convert space above a popular cocktail bar into holiday accommodation have been given the go ahead.
Youngsters photo exhibition on display in Parliament
Youngsters from Blackpool have seen their creative work go on display at Westminster for the second time after being chosen to put on an exhibition.
Fundraiser set up for Blackpool charity worker
A fundraiser has been launched to help meet the costs of a funeral for a former Blackpool soup kitchen worker who died suddenly.
Angry exchanges in council over stinking landfill issue
There were angry exchanges at a Wyre Council’s full council meeting last night as emotions ran high during a discussion over the noxious, stinking landfill site which has been plaguing communities for over a year.
Road repairs boost for golf centre
The only holes at a Blackpool golf centre will be on the course in future after work was carried out to repair pot-holes on the access road.
Road closure fees waived for VE Day street parties
Blackpool Council has agreed to waive its road closure fees for residents planning to mark VE Day with a street party.
Chance for residents in Thornton to have say over how to improve green space
Residents in Thornton are being asked to have their say about how to improve a public open space in the Bourne area.
Councillor highlights school’s national success
Blackpool Football Club’s hopes of a Wembley final may be fading for this year – but one group of young players from the town have secured their place at the home of soccer.