Central Radio News from Wednesday, April 15th, 2026

Tributes paid to man who died in Blackburn collision

A family have paid tribute to a man who died in a collision in Blackburn earlier this month.
Stop using Metropole Hotel to house migrants, urges Blackpool MP

The Blackpool South MP has made an urgent call to end the use of the town’s Metropole Hotel to house asylum seekers.
Investment in Grundy strengthens Blackpool’s cultural ambitions

A £478,000 investment in Blackpool’s Grundy Art Gallery will continue their town’s commitment to culture.
New jobs on way at new Tenpin bowling centre in Blackpool

Bowling operator Tenpin has announced the next round of new job vacancies up for grabs in the run-up to opening a new centre in Blackpool this summer.
Blackpool pupils benefit from AI super curriculum

Secondary school pupils and students from across Blackpool are benefitting from an AI super curriculum designed to boost digital skills and highlight employment opportunities in the cyber industry.