Blackpool Wyre & Fylde News
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Fylde Council launches summer 2025 anti-litter campaign
As the main summer school holiday season gets underway, Fylde Council has created an eye-catching campaign to encourage everyone to dispose of their litter responsibly.
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Person rescued by lifeboat crew
A person has been rescued from the sea off Blackpool, around 250 metres from shore, in what the RNLI called its most serious call-out this week.
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Blackpool FC’s multiple-pitch training ground proposals take step forward
Ambitious multi-million pound proposals by Blackpool Football Club to build an elite training ground and academy have taken a step forward this week.
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Net zero blamed for high energy bills
Lancashire residents are being made “poorer” by “unachievable” attempts to hit net zero targets by 2050, according to the new environment cabinet member at Lancashire County Council.
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One arrested for assault as part of nightsafe operation in Blackpool
Officers were busy overnight in Blackpool and Fylde as part of the NightSafe operation, ensuring public safety in the nighttime economy.
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It’s Tram Sunday’s big 40 this weekend – here’s all you need to know
Fleetwood’s iconic Tram Sunday – officially known as Fleetwood Festival of Transport – celebrates its 40th anniversary this weekend.
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Norcross roundabout is dangerous and still needs highlighting, says MP
Blackpool North and Fleetwood MP Lorraine Beavers has joined calls for action to be taken over Norcross roundabout and the continued congestion problems on parts of the A585.
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Our Friends group keeps Pleasure Beach train station ship-shape
Volunteers are helping to ensure that rail visitors arriving directly outside Blackpool’s famous Pleasure Beach Resort have a good impression before they even enter the amusement park.
Preston, Leyland & Chorley News
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EV infrastructure boost from new funding
The North West Ambulance Service has secured nearly £300,000 to install electric vehicle chargepoints at nine sites, including Preston.
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Four injured after pub shooting in Leyland
Four people have been injured after a shotgun was fired near a pub in Leyland.
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Net zero blamed for high energy bills
Lancashire residents are being made “poorer” by “unachievable” attempts to hit net zero targets by 2050, according to the new environment cabinet member at Lancashire County Council.
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Road upgrade funding confirmed
A long-awaited revamp of one of the busiest roads in Central Lancashire is set to get the government funding needed to make it a reality.
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Police warning after motorists film aftermath of horror M6 crash
Police have warned motorists after footage circulated online following a collision on the M6 in which nine people were injured.
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Parking fee changes at Preston Bus Station
The price of parking at Preston Bus Station is to increase by 20 percent.
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As England's Women look to continue their march in the Euros we look at the original Lionesses.
Preston's Dick, Kerr Ladies drew huge crowds in their day and are seen as the trailblazers of the women's game.
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The woman getting Preston moving to Bollywood beats
Getting Preston moving to the Bangra beats has become more than just a hobby for one woman in the city.
East Lancashire News
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Net zero blamed for high energy bills
Lancashire residents are being made “poorer” by “unachievable” attempts to hit net zero targets by 2050, according to the new environment cabinet member at Lancashire County Council.
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East Lancashire’s historic Towneley Hall to reopen
East Lancashire’s historic Towneley Hall will reopen to the public on Friday.
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Arrests made following serious incidents in Accrington
Police have arrested three people following serious incidents in Accrington.
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Members of East Lancashire cocaine gang jailed
A gang who worked to flood the streets of East Lancashire with cocaine have been jailed.
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Dangerous man jailed for cowardly attack on woman outside her Blackburn home
A man has been jailed for a cowardly attack on a woman outside her Blackburn home.
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Drug-dealing dad from Burnley jailed for ten years
A man from Burnley has been sent to prison for ten years for drug dealing.
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Taxi driver jailed for sexual offence against 14-year-old girl in Burnley
A taxi driver who engaged in sexual activity with a 14-year-old girl while working as a taxi driver in Burnley, has been jailed.
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New homes to be built on former allotments
A patch of land once used as allotments is set to be redeveloped as new homes.
Today's Weather
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Blackpool
Sunny intervals
High: 21°C | Low: 16°C
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Preston
Light rain shower
High: 22°C | Low: 14°C
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Chorley
Light rain shower
High: 23°C | Low: 14°C
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Burnley
Light rain shower
High: 21°C | Low: 13°C