Nine candidates declared for Blackpool South by-election

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  People who regularly use buses run by Blackpool Transport are being urged to have their say on how the services can be improved.

• Plans for 38 new homes proposed for Over Wyre village

  Proposals for 38 new homes in Over Wyre have been submitted to planners as part of a major outline planning application.

• Fisherman’s Friend firm pushing plans forward to get new factory built

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• Lytham set to sparkle as Fylde Ice Festival returns for 2026

  Lytham will be transformed into a glittering winter wonderland again next year, as the Fylde Ice Festival returns to the town for its fourth year in 2026.

• M55 reopens after pedestrian hit by car

  The M55 motorway between Blackpool and Preston has reopened this morning following an overnight closure caused by a serious road traffic collision.

• Voting closes for the 2025 Fylde Coast Community Awards after overwhelming public support

  More than 4,700 nominations have been submitted to recognise the people, groups and businesses making a difference across the Fylde Coast, as anticipation builds ahead of the awards night.

• Mystery lights installation in Stanley Park explained

  A huge illuminated drone display over Stanley Park caught many people out this week as they were driving past.

• Resort looks set for new bowling alley and other leisure activities

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