Our Roads

I am happy to report that five of our worst roads for worn and potholed paving have been resurfaced. These are Albert Road, Warwick Road, Berwick Road, Hope Street and Park Road. Last year, the County Council allocated a certain extra amount of money for road repairs and many schemes came forward for Fylde. I requested many road repairs for our St. Annes trouble spots. The five streets listed above were approved, and I am so glad that they have received the make-overs they needed. Now, it is time to try and get some more of our worst roads taken care of. Sadly, there is no "extra" money put aside this year, but I will continue dialogue with the Area Manager for Highways North West; and, who knows, I might just get another road or to redone. I will keep trying, because there are so many which need immediate attention. Bad potholes, and cracked and crumbling paving are a danger to us all. Let's hope that we will see progress over the next year.

A Winner

This year, for the first time, St. Annes In Bloom held a Front Gardens Competition. Myself, as coordinator for St. Annes In Bloom, and Adam Nagy from the Fylde Borough Council Parks Department judged the competition. We awarded Gold, Silver and Bronze certificates, with the winner of the Gold Award receiving a £50 National Gardens Voucher. This year's winner was Mr. Porter who had taken his very small front garden and turned it into a vibrant and colourful space, which was a wonderful addition to his neighbourhood. I am very grateful to everyone who took part this year, and hope that even more residents will join us next year.