David Thomas, a popular Lancashire hairdresser, has died after being diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease.
Fylde Council will consider a request to bring in powers to potentially block more licensed premises.
Founder Peter Taylor promises an "amazing" festival, with Michael Bublé and Pet Shop Boys also on stage.
A selection of family-friendly half-term events across the region to keep the kids entertained.
Organisers were forced to cancel the singer-songwriter's appearance at the festival last year.
The Canadian singer will headline Friday night of the five-day event when it returns in July next year.
Patrick Coyle, 57, conned six 'mainly elderly or vulnerable' victims out of a total sum of £25,000.
The founder of the Lytham Festival says not having a late Preston train was a "fly in the ointment".
The British electronic-duo will play at the Lancashire festival on 4 July next year.
