Blackpool, Wyre & Fylde News from Wednesday, January 28th, 2026

Fylde Ice Festival returns

The countdown is on for the return of the Fylde Ice Festival to Lytham.
Plans to build new attraction on Fleetwood Pier site gain momentum

A new non-profit company has been set up with the aims of developing the former Fleetwood Pier site into a vibrant attraction and reviving the town itself.
Councils granted more time to start food waste collections

Three Lancashire councils have been granted significantly more time to start dedicated household food waste collections – while two others have been unable to confirm whether they will meet the deadline for doing so.