Local News

Fracking decision’s limited impact
A decision to refuse to allow more time for the restoration of a controversial fracking site on the Fylde will make little difference to how long the process actually takes, the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS) understands.
Plans to use Blackpool’s former St John Ambulance Station as school
Plans are being proposed to transform a former St John Ambulance Station base in Blackpool into a school for vulnerable children.
Decision in on plans for new padel centre with cafe
Proposals for a new padel tennis club and cafe in Poulton have been thrown out by planners.
Lancashire Police Share Update on Operation Limit
All across Lancashire, Police are working hard to catch drink/drug drivers and warn others about the dangers of driving under the influence.
Fylde Council Commits to Protecting and Restoring Kirkham Baths
Fylde Council has taken a decisive step towards the revival of Kirkham Baths, approving £150,000 of essential works to safeguard the building and prepare it for reinstatement
Avanti confirms it is reducing number of trains into Blackpool
Train operator Avanti West Coast has confirmed it is reducing its four daily weekday services to and from Blackpool to just one a day from next week.
Blackpool Police announce fourth annual ‘act of kindness’ Christmas competition
Blackpool Police are once again running their festive ‘Act of Kindness’ Christmas competition. The popular competition is now in its fourth year and encourages young people to show acts of kindness within their community.
More details on new micropub planned for Carleton
A new micropub planned for Carelton will have an ‘old-style London pub theme’ and possibly serve Jeremy Clarkson’s range of lagers.
Family and volunteers to serve up festive treat to the lonely on Christmas Day
Up to 150 folk who face being alone on Christmas Day are to be treated to a festive roast dinner – thanks to a big-hearted family and kindly volunteers.
Councillor calls for area to be designated as Health Vulnerable Zone status
A councillor is calling for an area around part of Thornton to be given special environmental protection.
Free flu vaccinations available at walk-in clinics across Blackpool
Blackpool Council is urging eligible residents to get protected this winter, with free flu vaccinations available, for those eligible, at walk-in clinics across Blackpool and the Fylde Coast.
Blackpool School of Arts Students to Exhibit New Work in London
Students from Blackpool School of Arts are set to exhibit their work at a dedicated London showcase as part of a major final-year industry project.