Artists seek permission to bring back hand-painted ads on Blackpool building walls, reminiscent of vintage designs. Urban Art Revival Proposed for Blackpool Promenade Building Walls Blackpool could see hand-painted ads return soon. Artists want to paint ads on building sides, creating a look reminiscent of old-fashioned ads from 100 years ago. Urban Art Media has…
Young campaigners in Blackpool champion safer transport for women, addressing safety concerns raised by local girls. Blackpool Youth Demand Safer Buses for Women and Girls A youth group in Blackpool will soon visit Parliament. This group is led by the United Youth Alliance (UYA). Their aim is to amplify the voices of young women, with…
Leisure centre prices are rising by 5%, but gym rates remain the same due to rising costs. Blackpool Leisure Centre Prices Rise While Gym Fees Stay Frozen Hey, I have some news about Blackpool’s leisure centers. Prices are going up by five percent. This affects swimming, sports halls, and football pitches. They need to cover…
Former Littlewoods employees fondly remember their time, citing strong company culture. Liverpool’s ‘Best Job Ever’ Workers Recall Littlewoods Golden Era Littlewoods started in Liverpool over a century ago. The company employed many families there. Before the lottery, people played the Football Pools, a betting game to win money. Sir John Moores founded Littlewoods in 1923…
A 17-year-old boy was arrested in Lancashire after £20,000 worth of goods were stolen from multiple stores. Teen Arrested After £20k Lancashire Store Thefts Investigation A teen got arrested for theft. He is seventeen years old. Police said he stole from shops, and these thefts occurred across Lancashire. The shops targeted are located in Lytham,…
Parking fees in Blackpool stay the same to support businesses, residents, and tourism amid rising costs. Blackpool Freezes Parking Fees to Aid Local Economy and Boost Tourism Blackpool will keep parking fees the same, helping the local economy. Parking meter costs stay as they were in 2022, remaining £1.50 for one hour. You will pay…
Campaigners are pushing to reopen the Colne to Skipton railway to improve connections between Lancashire and Yorkshire. Railway Reopening Campaign Gains Momentum for Lancashire Yorkshire Link A group wants to reopen the Colne to Skipton railway. This could mean faster trains between Lancashire and Yorkshire. They are holding their annual meeting in Colne soon. A…
Driver fled scene in Blackpool after e-scooter collision. Teenage girl suffers serious injuries; boy arrested. Police Seek Driver After E-Scooter Crash Leaves Girl Seriously Injured Hey, guess what I just read? Police are looking for a driver. The driver fled after a crash where a teenage girl got seriously hurt. It happened in Blackpool after…
Blackpool hosts a job fair next week at Winter Gardens, offering 1,000 jobs from 100 employers like Haven and Pleasure Beach. Blackpool Job Fair Offers 1,000 Roles Hampton by Hilton, Haven, Pleasure Beach Hey, listen to this about a Blackpool job fair. It sounds pretty helpful for people there. The Winter Gardens hosts it next…
Blackpool libraries extend their fine free policy for a sixth year to improve accessibility and support residents. Blackpool Libraries Sustain Fine Free Policy to Enhance Community Access Blackpool libraries will not charge fines for another year. This policy began in 2019. They want to encourage library use, especially aimed at people struggling financially. The council…