Local News
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B&FC Showcases Skills for Life During National Apprenticeship Week 2026
Blackpool and The Fylde College (B&FC) is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week 2026 (9–15 February) by highlighting the positive impact apprenticeships have on individuals, businesses and the wider community.
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Pride in Place funding to reopen Tramtown museum
Blackpool Council has announced it will direct money to reopen Tramtown museum.
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Comedy Carpet artist says removal of controversial names not an option
The artist who created Blackpool’s award-winning Comedy Carpet says there must be no attempt to remove any controversial names from the famous artwork.
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Iconic Winter Gardens to be managed by council-owned tourism company
One of Blackpool’s most iconic venues is set for a major new chapter after plans were agreed to transfer its operation to Blackpool Council’s wholly owned tourism company.
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Plans to change shop into new cafe The Orchard in the centre of Blackpool
Plans have been submitted to transform a former charity shop in the centre of Blackpool into a new cafe.
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Blackpool’s homeless issues still more than twice the average in England
Blackpool continues to deal with a homelessness issue well over twice the average in England, a new report says.
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Showtown bosses say upturn in footfall sees thousands of children learning about Blackpool’s past
Bosses at Showtown Blackpool say they have improved footfall at the visitor attraction – including bringing in thousands of school children.
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We cannot lose this play area and Multi Use Games Amenity, says councillor
The future of a much-used children’s play area and multi use games area (MUGA) in Fleetwood is at risk, a councillor is warning.
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£350m Blackpool Talbot Gateway nears full occupancy with NHS move
Blackpool’s £350m Talbot Gateway has taken another step towards full occupancy, with 300 workers relocating to the heart of the town centre.
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Stanley Park marks 100 years in 2026, with special celebrations planned
For 100 years, Stanley Park has played a central role in Blackpool, providing residents and visitors with a landmark green space that combines heritage, recreation and natural beauty.
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Community union offers to help Blackpool’s Revoe residents worried over homes demolition plan
Residents worried over plans to demolish homes in Blackpool’s Revoe area as part of a controversial regeneration plan have been offered help by a national community union group.
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Listed building bid for changes to door in Decimus Burton building set for planners
An application for changes to an apartment door in a Grade II listed Fleetwood building designed by noted architect Decimus Burton is due to go before Wyre planners today
