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New toucan crossing installed following tragedy on St Walburgas Rd

A new crossing has been installed outside a school on a busy road in Blackpool after an unlicensed – uninsured motorcycle rider caused the death of a local man in November 2022. On the 12th of November 2022 the BBC…

Could New ‘Heads Up’ Camera Technology Come to Blackpool?

Manchester trial of new technology could pave way for other forces. Greater Manchester is set to trial advanced camera technology that automatically detects distracted drivers, and the system could eventually make its way to Blackpool. While Blackpool currently operates a…

Blackpool World Fireworks Championships 2024

If there’s one event that lights up the skies over the UK’s most iconic seaside resort, it’s the World Fireworks Championship Blackpool 2024. Scheduled for September 7, September 21, and October 5, this annual extravaganza promises to be a visual…

Blackpool Illuminations 2024

Tonight is the big night – It’s the Switch on of Blackpool’s world famous Illuminations. This year’s event is FREE TO ATTEND and the promenade has been prepared for the potential thousands of visitors due to attend tonight’s event. We’ve…

Council want Your opinion on traffic measures

Blackpool council is asking for help in it’s consultation about experimental traffic measures in the town centre. Remember: if you spot breaking news please email us at newsdesk@bplnews.co.uk Blackpool residents and businesses are reminded that there’s only 3 weeks left…