Nine candidates declared for Blackpool South by-election

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• Update over Red Arrows appearance at Blackpool Air Show

  The world-famous Red Arrows will not be taking part in this year’s Blackpool Air Show, it has been confirmed.

• Blackpool Police and partners tackle anti-social behaviour in town centre

  Blackpool's Neighbourhood Policing Team conducted joint patrols with partners to address anti-social behaviour (ASB) in the town Centre.

• Key work ongoing on Stanley Park’s Grade II-listed Cocker Clock Tower

  One of the most distinctive features of Blackpool’s Stanley Park is being renovated to coincide with the park’s centenary later this year.

• St Annes Beach wins Seaside Award

  St Annes Beach has been named among the winners of the 2026 Seaside Awards by environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy.

• Lorries shown struggling to negotiate junction on new £18.5m road

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  Some lorry drivers appear to be struggling with the design of a newly-opened £18.5million access road which provides a vital link to Blackpool Airport Enterprise Zone.

• Blackpool bar has licence revoked following serious assault

  A bar in Blackpool has been closed down following a serious assault last month.

• Ambitious plans for Marine Hall include new café and outdoor seating

  Ambitious proposals to extensively revamp Fleetwood’s Marine Hall – including the provision of a new café and outdoor seating – have now been lodged with Wyre planners.

• Celebrating 20 years of Blackpool Pride Festival

  Blackpool Pride Festival will be celebrating its 20th anniversary with a landmark three-day event and a two-day street party when it returns next month.