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Carrying the coffin.

'That's All Folks' 22 pictures from the funeral of Pete Marquis

Avian flu has been detected at a poultry farm near Garstang

Breaking DEFRA confirms bird flu outbreak at poultry farm

Farewell Pete Marquis - From bagpipes to uplifting music and dancing girls you sure knew how to put on a show

'Farewell Pete Marquis' - Send-off on for legendary businessman

A blaze broke out at a property in Devonshire Road

Update as fire crews tackle house fire in Devonshire Road

Blackpool RNLI have been called out twice over the weekend

Breaking RNLI updates as person pulled from sea in late-night sea drama

Claire and Tom became the first couple to tie the knot at the Thatched Hamlet's new wedding venue

We had the first wedding at Owd' Nells new venue & it was wonderful

Latest food hygiene ratings

17 new food hygiene ratings including KFC, Costa Coffee & Heron Foods

Check out our adorable gallery of youngsters across the Fylde coast embarking on their school life in 2026 for the first time

21 adorable images of new 2026 school starters across the Fylde coast

Fur Cottage Kennel and Cattery was devastated by fire

Kennel and cattery owner's emotional update after devastating blaze

A Banbury mother has raised concerns after ongoing transport problems have resulted in her son missing almost a month of school. Stock image.

Revealed: The 21 hardest primary schools to get a place at in 2026

Lytham St Annes beach is known for its vast, clean, award-winning sandy beaches and Victorian pier. It's a two and a half hour drive from Derbyshire. Beach Rd, Lytham St Annes, Lytham Saint Annes FY8 2PQ

If I could live anywhere... Top 17 Fylde coast places you'd move to

Blackpool’s Tower Festival Headland is preparing to transform into a winter wonderland as the popular Christmas By The Sea event returns for another festive season.

Christmas By The Sea back with new attractions - what you need to know

Cheroken Reigo-Bentley is a 16-year-old with a remarkable ambition. The entrepreneurial A-level student at St Mary’s Catholic Academy in Blackpool is looking to build a business with the aim of supporting young people's mental health across the country.

'Go on Girl!' - Community gets behind teen's business vision

Blackpool FC

Blackpool head coach Ian Evatt

Blackpool head coach pleased his players passed a test of character

Josh Bowler celebrates his winning goal against Hornchurch

Hornchurch v Blackpool ratings: Winger stars as Seasiders win through

Blackpool celebrate Josh Bowler's winning goal against Hornchurch

Blackpool leave it late to book their place in the FA Cup second round

Blackpool kick off their FA Cup campaign on Saturday

Ian Evatt’s FA Cup replay anger as Blackpool prepare for Hornchurch

George Honeyman has been one of the Blackpool players to have had spells on the sidelines with injury

Ian Evatt has 'never seen anything like' Blackpool's injury problems

Jamaica have confirmed a call-up for Blackpool midfielder Karoy Anderson

Blackpool boss: Call-ups can be great on one hand and bad on another

Blackpool’s players go to Hornchurch in the FA Cup after drawing at Sheffield Wednesday in League One last weekend

Blackpool SLO: Victory would be a fine week’s work in cup competitions

Ian Evatt and his Blackpool coaching team watched FA Cup opponents Hornchurch at AFC Fylde last week

Ian Evatt: Blackpool players must be professional to avoid FA Cup exit

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Tuchel got it right: Cole Palmer shouldn't be in the England squad

The Saliba conundrum: Whether Arsenal should play their returning star

What's gone wrong with Newcastle - and who should take the blame

The Wonderkid Power Rankings: Everton & Chelsea stars storm Top 10

More Blackpool FC

Blackpool central defender Fraser Horsfall will see a specialist later this month

Blackpool defender set for specialist after injury setback last week

Forces Football is one of the activities on offer to the Armed Forces community

Blackpool FC Community Trust: Our support for Armed Forces community

Blackpool head coach Ian Evatt

Blackpool boss is trying to get his players to be more positive

Crime

Steven Mitchell who has been jailed for drug offences

Man jailed for drug offences after police raided house

Five men, including three from the Fylde coast, have been convicted of hacking into thousands of private social media accounts to steal personal and intimate images, many of which were of children. (Clockwise from top left: Jack Lomax, Sean Robinson, Christopher Simpkin, Jamie McGunnagle, and David Woof)

Breaking Men hacked social media to steal private images including pics of kids

Fylde Police issued fixed penalty notices for drivers who had parked their cars illegally

Police issue update on Bonfire Night incidents

Police are appealing for help to identify this man after a teenager was sexually assaulted on a bus

Breaking Police release image of man after girl, 13, sexually abused on bus

A police officer wearing a hi-vis jacket beside police car

Court date set for man charged after racially abusing police officer

Fylde Police have issued a new update after a Warton man was charged after allegedly racially abusing NHS staff at a healthcare facility in Lytham.

Police: Man, 72, charged after allegedly racially abusing NHS staff

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Fylde coast's 18 high schools ranked on latest pupil absence rates

Cllr Julie Sloman has highlighted some of the issues faced by Wilvere Court residents living directly opposite a works compound needed for the coastal protection scheme.

Building work ruining our sea view is cracking the walls of our homes

Spire Fylde Coast Hospital in Blackpool has retained its overall rating of ‘Good’ following an assessment by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Spire Fylde Coast Hospital given new CQC rating after inspection

Chinese food

Revealed: Your top 27 Blackpool & Fylde coast Chinese restaurants

Retro

David Nelson D.J at Jellies Nightclub Blackpool

41 incredible scenes snapped at iconic nightclubs in 90s and 00s
If only we could go back for one last night out
Claire Lark

Undated picture of Butlins Metropole Hotel

37 historical photos of hotels in Blackpool in days gone by

The new Manchester Hotel built on the same site as the old hotel in the late 1930s

33 eclectic old photos are a window to the past

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Retirement Party to Miss J Lloyd

27 incredible pictures that sum up 1959 - places and long-ago memories

Talbot Road Layton, Blackpool close to the junction with Mather Street. Layton Bingo, Kia-Ora nurseries and D&M Textiles are all in the building which was once Blackpool Laundry and stables.

18 fascinating pictures to take you back to 1969

Lifestyle

Readers crown the best Sunday roast in Torbay

I love a roast! 21 best spots for Sunday Dinner according to you

Bispham beach, which has many fans on the Fylde coast and beyond

Top 35 spots to live in Lancashire, from Poulton & Lytham to Garstang

Disney World is a dream holiday destination for families

Mum saves £500 on Orlando attractions tickets with Black Friday deal

The latest planning applications at Fylde Council

Here are all the planning applications received this week

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Shein Black Friday deals: my seven fashion picks, including winter knits, leopard print jeans and a £13 bag

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The Cricut crafting machine that could turn a hobby into a business and it does more than just stickers

How to turn a Cricut machine into a creative side hustle

Most of the parks are right by a beach

February half-term holidays from £129 at a UK seaside park

Sport

AFC Fylde won their FA Cup tie at Harrogate Town

A four-midable day’s week sees AFC Fylde progress in the FA Cup
AFC Fylde overturned an early deficit to win their FA Cup tie on Saturday.
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AFC Fylde celebrated victory at Harrogate Town in mid-September

AFC Fylde look for a double with FA Cup victory at Harrogate Town

Kaidokan Judo Academy, Blackpool

Academy puts down community roots as a place ‘where everyone belongs’

Lorraine Beavers met with Lionesses legend Mille Bright to discuss football in the Fylde coast.

Legendary England and Chelsea footballer discuss sport on Fylde coast

Arsenal FC land at Blackpool Airport on the day of their clash with Fleetwood Town FC. Photo: Lucinda Herbert

European Champion football team to land at Blackpool Airport tonight

Traffic and Travel

A series of temporary road closures are planned for November.

18 major roadworks planned this week including road closures

The roadworks at Queensway, St Annes

Major update on how much longer drivers will face delays on key road

The temporary traffic lights at Queensway, St Annes

'I can't believe these roadworks have taken so long and still go on'

What's On

Frank Carson was a son of Belfast (Niall Carson/PA)

Blackpool comedian to be honoured with blue plaque at former school

Bradley Walsh hosted a game show with a twist on Channel 4 this week, The Million Pound Shot (Picture: Channel 4/Gary Moyes)

All bets are off in Bradley Walsh's game show with a twist

Comedy legend Harry Enfield is set to bring his new show, Harry Enfield and No Chums, to Blackpool’s Opera House Theatre at the Winter Gardens on November 23, 2026.

Comedy legend's new show at Blackpool Opera House - date & tickets

Chris McCausland

Comedian and Strictly winner's return date - how to obtain tickets

Puzzles

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Kevin the Carrot in top 20 mascots

Data revealed that the quality of toilet facilities affects how much people are willing to spend

UK hospitality industry risks losing £500m because of poor toilets

Over half of parents saying their child avoids creativity due to fear of getting it wrong

Parents say screen time and homework hold back children's creativity

Fern Brady reveals UK's biggest housemate icks

Brits biggest houseshare 'icks' revealed

1 in 3 are choosing to spend their weekends cooking

Brits ditch nights out for home cooking

Brits spend nearly four days a year handling ‘life admin’ for others on their phones

Brits spend nearly four days a year on phone life admin

Homes and Gardens

Islay Road (Credit: eXp)

Award-winning mansion with spa, pool and garden fire pit for sale
There really only is one word: wow.
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The latest Wyre planning applications

10 planning applications received including a children's care home

The new homes are earmarked for land close to Ennerdale Avenue in Warton

Verdict due on 152 homes proposed for Fylde coast village

Sunstone Avenue (Credit: Stephen Tew Estate Agents)

Slick modern 2-bed home with clean design and private garden for sale

Birchway Avenue (Credit: The Square Room)

Great 3-bed family home with landscaped garden yours for bargain price

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These Bunches flowers are the easiest way to update my home for the new autumn season

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People

A conference to support young men is to be held in Blackpool | United Youth Alliance

Every boy and young man in town deserves support and opportunities
“I’m keen to listen, learn and support the people working to give our young people the best possible start in life”
Tony Durkin

That's All Folks...

'My utmost thanks for the turnout to a day of celebration and sorrow'

Bobby Basterfield, landlord at the King Edward VII pub on Central Drive, is trying to turn the pub around for the past few months.

'Pub issues died out 'long ago' - Central Drive is much calmer'

Despite the benefits of the young people being able to connect with friends and family, it also leaves children open to risks.

Blackpool, Lytham and Fleetwood GPs ranked on receptionist helpfulness

Blackpool South MP Chris Webb has thrown his support behind a conference in Blackpool aimed at improving opportunities and outcomes for boys and young men.

Everything you need to know about What About The Boys? conference

St Annes, Fylde coast

I went to St Annes to see the high street and I was left surprised

Urban explorers Derelict Detectives get inside Blackpool's Metropole hotel and show extent of damage

Urban Explorers' tour shows its 'beauty' but needs 'millions'

Opening of Nelly Mulligans Irish bar in Blackpool with Waterloo Road's Adam Thomas and Miss Blackpool 2025 winner Tillie Davenport. The illuminated flags can be seen in the background

Not in keeping with the area? - Backlash over flag decision

Declan serves customers inside his bar.

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The Edge and Bono of U2 who will be playing four huge UK shows at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in June 2027

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James Norton stars as a rather different Santa Claus alongside Lucy Punch as Mrs Claus in the M&S 2026 Christmas advert, which has already prompted plenty of excited reactions from shoppers.

M&S 2026 Christmas advert leaves shoppers swooning over 'hot Santa'

Maryam Moshiri will appear in Taskmaster’s New Year Treat after becoming known for a viral BBC News moment in which she was accidentally shown making a middle-finger gesture during a studio countdown.

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