Central Radio News from Sunday, February 22nd, 2026

Appeal after pedestrian is seriously injured in collision at Alston

Lancashire Police are appealing for witnesses and footage after a man suffered serious injuries in a collision near Longridge.
New pond for controversial housing estate

A highly controversial near-600 home housing estate in Blackburn is to get a new pond as part of a drainage and layout reorganisation.
£1.2million to be spent on new bin trucks

Blackburn with Darwen Council is spending £1.2million on buying 16 vehicles as part of its fleet replacement programme for 2025/26.
Owners of Central Pier say they’re on top of repairs after visitor spots damage

The owners of Blackpool’s iconic Central Pier say ongoing repairs are under control after a visitor raised concerns over a snapped rusty crossbeam.