Blackpool police have appealed for information following a collision last night leaving one man in hospital in a serious condition. Lancashire police released the following info about the incident We are appealing for witnesses and footage after a motorcycle rider…
Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service crews are currently responding to an outdoor fire at Marton Mere in Blackpool this afternoon. The incident involves a fire in the open on the grounds, with emergency call handlers confirming attendance after calls were…
It is one of the most frequently quoted, hard-hitting statistics about our town: Blackpool is home to seven of the ten most deprived areas in England. It gets repeated in national news exposés, cited by politicians, and discussed across local…
Blackpool is heading straight into its autumn and winter season with a full lineup of free family entertainment scheduled along the Promenade: Ride the Lights (Tuesday 1 September 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM) The Promenade closes to all motor…
A 24-year-old local woman remains in police custody following a second stabbing incident on Cocker Street in Blackpool within the space of 36 hours. Lancashire Constabulary and North West Ambulance Service paramedics were called to Cocker Street at 1:35am on…
A masterclass in local authority policy delivery took place at Ibbison Court on Thursday night, but for the 80 residents gathered, it felt more like a funeral for their community. While Blackpool Council leaders arrived with a “well-versed” script and…
Tonight – Blackpool’s sky was abuzz with the sound of 2 very special helicopters. If you want to join our BPL ALERT channel for Blackpool on what’s app – read to the bottom for the link. Earlier today one of…
Popular Blackpool nightclub, Popworld, has announced its 2026 schedule of club nights for neurodivergent adults, adults living with autism and other conditions, beginning with ‘Spring in Da Club’ this Friday 13th February. In partnership with Accrington charities, Spring into Action and…
This is a monumental day for the Fylde Coast and a landmark victory for communities across Lancashire. Lancashire County Council’s Development Control Committee has delivered a decisive blow to the former fracking company, Cuadrilla, by unanimously refusing its final bid…
In a decision that reflects community concern over infrastructure, Wyre Council planning officers have refused controversial proposals for a 208-home estate in Poulton-le-Fylde. However, many residents and local commentators believe the battle is far from over, expecting the developer to…
