Local News

Lord Street in Fleetwood Opens Up
Final inspection of the works on the ex-catalogue shop means road closure has been lifted
Plans to turn part of former Fleetwood Hospital into student accommodation
Part of the former Fleetwood Hospital building could be used for student accommodation in the face of a shortage of suitable provision in the area.
Sister to walk 50 miles to Blackpool after family tragedy
The Miles for MYLES walk, which stared this morning (Sept 11th) began in Oldham and will end in Blackpool Tomorrow (Sept 12th).
Blackpool FC Community Trust confirms the appointment of Matt Hilton as CEO.
Matt has been part of the Trust’s senior leadership team for the past four years, serving as Deputy CEO before stepping into the role of Interim CEO earlier this year.
Blackpool Airport Enterprise Zone set for next phase of growth
Blackpool Airport Enterprise Zone continues to see significant progress, with major infrastructure projects completed, new development land released and further investment planned to support business growth and create new jobs across the Fylde coast.
Seasider buses set to prove a matchday winner for Blackpool fans
Football fans will soon be able to enjoy easier access to Bloomfield Road on match days thanks to a new partnership between Blackpool FC and the town’s transport operator.
Beach House Blackpool kicks off new Blackpool Football Club partnership
Beach House Blackpool is teaming up with Blackpool Football Club to sponsor the Official Player of the Month award this season!
Hotel seeking permission for basement proposals
The owners of a Blackpool hotel are seeking consent from planners to continue to use the building’s basement as holiday accommodation as part of the hotel operation.
Progress at Anchorsholme Park revamp as damaged ship now removed
Demolition work has been carried out on an unsafe fire-damaged play ship in Anchorsholme Park which was targeted by arsonists last December.
Update on plans for 5 self-contained apartments at resort properties
Proposals by the owner of two adjoining properties in Blackpool’s North Shore to lawfully continue to use them as five self-contained apartments have been approved by planners.
Verdict in on latest expansion of Blackpool and Fylde College
Blackpool and the Fylde College’s ambitious expansion plans are continuing as one of its latest projects – a new detached teaching block at Bispham – has been given the green light by planners.
Bestselling author Dr Kathryn Mannix to headline Blackpool's first-ever Good Grief Festival
Bestselling author Dr Kathryn Mannix to headline Blackpool's first-ever Good Grief Festival