News Homepage

Local News

Councillors launch free sports coaching for children
Youngsters are being offered the chance of taking part in free sports sessions at two Blackpool parks this summer.
Council hits budget target despite overspend in Children’s Services
Caring for vulnerable children cost Blackpool Council £6.6m more than expected last year despite a drop in the number of children living in care, new figures show.
Disco Donkeys, a Dippy Dinosaur and the return of Aliens: A stunning new look for Blackpool Illuminations 2024
Blackpool has unveiled a dazzling array of new, fun-packed features that will grace the 2024 Illuminations display.
Report puts spotlight on poor housing standards in resort
A £1.2m project targetting slum properties in Blackpool’s inner areas has found many tenants are living in accommodation which puts them at risk.

Skateboarding postponed by 48 hours at Olympics as rain continues to wreak havoc
Adverse weather conditions in Paris have led to the Olympic mens street skateboarding being postponed by 48 hours until Monday..
SNP Sarwars no austerity under Labour pledge coming back to bite him
Anas Sarwar has been warned his election pledge of no austerity under Labour has come back to bite him amid reports the UK Chancellor will announce a Â£20 billion black hole..
Common mouth bacteria found to melt certain cancers
A common type of bacteria has been found to make certain cancers melt, scientists have discovered..
Sir Keir Starmer hails excellent Team GB athletes ahead of Paris Olympics
Sir Keir Starmer has extended his well-wishes to Team GBs 327 athletes after watching flag-bearers Tom Daley and Helen Glover lead out the British contingent at the Olympic opening ceremony in Paris..