https://www.wyre.gov.uk/news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Wed, 29 Jul 2026 20:02:05 +0000 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 20:02:05 +0000 https://www.wyre.gov.uk/news/article/657/fleetwood-comes-alive-this-august-with-three-days-of-food-music-and-family-fun Fleetwood is gearing up for its first Food, Fish and Music Festival which arrives in town from 14–16 August 2026, offering three days of FREE entertainment, fantastic food, live music and fun for all ages. Tue, 28 Jul 2026 11:28:00 +0100 https://www.wyre.gov.uk/news/article/656/rural-businesses-invited-to-help-shape-the-future-of-support-in-wyre Rural businesses across Wyre are being encouraged to have their say as Wyre Council launches a new consultation aimed at understanding the challenges, opportunities and support needs of businesses operating in rural areas. Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:12:00 +0100 https://www.wyre.gov.uk/news/article/655/government-announces-local-government-reorganisation-decision-for-lancashire The Government has today announced its decision on Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) in Lancashire. This decision, subject to Parliamentary approval, represents the biggest change in local government in more than 50 years. Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:48:00 +0100 https://www.wyre.gov.uk/news/article/654/update-on-former-ex-catalogue-shop-fleetwood Following the recent fire at the former ex-catalogue shop building on Lord Street in Fleetwood, Wyre Council’s priority has been to ensure public safety whilst minimising disruption to residents, visitors, and local businesses. Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:10:00 +0100 https://www.wyre.gov.uk/news/article/653/five-parks-in-wyre-awarded-the-coveted-green-flag-award-and-officially-recognised-as-some-of-the-country-s-best-parks Today, Wyre Council is celebrating after receiving five Green Flag Awards for Poulton's Vicarage Park, Wyre Estuary Country Park and Hawthorn Park in Thornton, and Memorial Park and The Mount in Fleetwood. Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:48:00 +0100 https://www.wyre.gov.uk/news/article/652/further-allotment-site-recommended-for-contaminated-land-determination Experts have concluded that an additional allotment site in Thornton-Cleveleys meets the criteria to be determined as contaminated land as part of an ongoing environmental investigation. Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:20:00 +0100 https://www.wyre.gov.uk/news/article/651/residents-urged-to-keep-reporting-odour-issues-after-abatement-notice-issued Residents impacted by unwanted odour in their homes from a nearby landfill are urged to continue to record incidents while an abatement notice is in place. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:43:00 +0100 https://www.wyre.gov.uk/news/article/650/fifteen-years-in-the-making-fleetwood-market-new-business-incubator-programme-proves-a-success Fleetwood Markets Aspiring entrepreneur Rebekah Morris has thrived in the Incubator Programme which provides opportunity to develop real-world business skills through a unique training programme at Fleetwood Market. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:06:00 +0100 https://www.wyre.gov.uk/news/article/649/have-you-say-on-how-lancashire-manages-its-waste-in-future Residents in Wyre are being asked for their views as Lancashire’s waste partnership draws up a new 10-year strategy for how rubbish and recycling will be managed from 2026 to 2036. Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:17:00 +0100 https://www.wyre.gov.uk/news/article/648/final-tickets-released-for-wanderland-2026-secure-your-place-at-wyre-s-favourite-family-festival Wyre’s much-loved family festival is back and with just weeks to go, final release tickets are now available from only £12 per person. Families are being urged to book now to avoid missing out on what promises to be one of Wyre’s biggest and best summer days out. Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:22:00 +0100 https://www.wyre.gov.uk/news/article/647/a-century-of-memories-celebrated-at-jean-stansfield-memorial-park Residents and visitors came together on Saturday 20 June to celebrate a major milestone as Jean Stansfield Memorial Park marked its 100th anniversary with a successful day of free family entertainment. Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:07:00 +0100 https://www.wyre.gov.uk/news/article/644/thornton-little-theatre-set-for-revival-under-new-leaseholders A much-loved community venue in Wyre is set to reopen as new leaseholders prepare to bring Thornton Little Theatre back to life with an ambitious programme of entertainment, theatre, community events and creative opportunities. Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:48:00 +0100 https://www.wyre.gov.uk/news/article/646/major-gym-transformation-completed-at-thornton-health-and-fitness-centre Wyre Council is delighted to announce the completion of a major refurbishment at Thornton Health and Fitness Centre, following an investment of more than £230,000 to transform the gym facilities. Fri, 19 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100 https://www.wyre.gov.uk/news/article/643/wyre-council-secures-temporary-transport-service-to-support-fleetwood-during-tram-disruption Wyre Council has worked in partnership with Blackpool Transport to introduce a temporary shuttle service in Fleetwood, ensuring continued access to the town centre and market following disruption to tram services on Lord Street.  Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:17:00 +0100 https://www.wyre.gov.uk/news/article/642/entries-now-open-for-the-wyre-business-awards-2026 The Wyre Business Awards are back for 2026, and entries are now officially open for the borough’s biggest celebration of local business success. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100 https://www.wyre.gov.uk/news/article/641/free-family-fun-planned-for-jean-stansfield-park-s-100th-anniversary-celebration Wyre Council, in partnership with Poulton Partnership, is inviting residents and visitors to join a special celebration marking 100 years of Jean Stansfield Memorial Park. Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:50:00 +0100 https://www.wyre.gov.uk/news/article/640/have-your-say-on-design-proposals-for-jubilee-gardens Proposals to reinstate and revitalise Cleveleys’ largest park as an active, nature-rich and multi-generational space are now being shared with the community for feedback. Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:32:00 +0100 https://www.wyre.gov.uk/news/article/639/more-to-be-proud-of-in-fleetwood-1-3m-investment-to-transform-marine-hall Wyre Council is moving into the next phase of improvements at Marine Hall in Fleetwood, with plans to invest £1.3 million to bring a key part of the venue back into use and expand what it offers to residents and visitors, following approval by Wyre Council’s Cabinet. Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:30:00 +0100 https://www.wyre.gov.uk/news/article/638/more-to-be-proud-of-in-wyre-1-million-boost-for-community-spaces Community organisations across Wyre could soon benefit from a £1 million funding programme designed to transform local spaces and create lasting impact for residents, following approval by Wyre Council’s Cabinet. Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100 https://www.wyre.gov.uk/news/article/637/newly-upgraded-gym-opens-at-poulton-health-and-fitness-centre Following the completion of major improvement works at Poulton Health and Fitness Centre, the upgraded gym was officially opened by Wyre’s Mayor, Councillor Steve Nicholls and Deputy Mayor, Councillor Steve Livesey. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:06:00 +0100