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Owen Oyston has revealed his controversial plans to purchase Blackpool FC back of Simon Sadler.

Breaking Oyston's new Blackpool FC takeover bid to help 'long suffering' fans

Older residents across Fylde are being encouraged to check they are receiving all the benefits they are entitled to after a local advice service identified more than £200,000 in unclaimed support in six months.

'£200k in unclaimed support' - I'm £200 per week better off after help

Remembrance Sunday in Wyre

14 moving scenes from Remembrance Sunday Services honouring the fallen

Broken crossbar and confusion on the terraces as Sunderland fans surge for the exit, 1987

19 fantastic old pictures of Bloomfield Road Stadium

Blackpool Zoo is asking members of the public to help choose a name for its female lion cub, with three traditional Swahili names shortlisted by keepers.

'Help us name our new lion cub!' - Blackpool Zoo makes public appeal

Police cordon off Talbot Road in Blackpool. Photo: Lucinda Herbert

Major police update on man, 18, charged after Blackpool incident

Train operator Northern has reached a landmark agreement with the RMT union which will bring an end to the longest-running industrial dispute on the railway and pave the way for more reliable Sunday services across the North West, including routes serving Blackpool.

Major travel update on Northern Sunday services across Fylde coast

Sarah Hallett from South Shore Pitstop Community Cafe was devastated to find the cafe has been broken into following the fire damage from earlier this year.

Police give update on cafe burglary that left owners heartbroken

Brandon Wyles from Tower Cards on Church St in Blackpool

Exciting trading cards shop opens - here's everything you need to know

Blackpool Grand Theatre has unveiled its newly refurbished Gallery, completing a major project to restore an important part of the Grade II* listed building while improving comfort and accessibility for audiences.

Grand Theatre unveils new £300,000 refurbishment of historic gallery

Retrospective plans to turn a plant nursery into a car valeting centre have been revealed.

Plans to turn plant nursery into Fylde coast car centre are revealed

Sherrie Hewson loves Lytham Festival

'I can't wait to see Robbie Williams performing at Lytham Festival'

Eren Wright has been missing since October 27

Breaking Major police update on woman missing for 13 days

Blackpool FC

Josh Bowler celebrates his winning goal at Hornchurch

Blackpool FA Cup matchwinner knew he would have to make an impact

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

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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

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

Crime

A market trader who repeatedly sold illicit tobacco and counterfeit goods has been sentenced following an investigation by Lancashire County Council's Trading Standards team.

Market trader sentenced as tobacco & counterfeit phone products seized

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

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Blackpool North and Fleetwood MP Lorraine Beavers has highlighted the potential for Fleetwood to play a crucial role in the UK's defence and energy sectors following a parliamentary reception attended by students and staff from Fleetwood Nautical College.

We could play a crucial role in the future of UK's energy and defence

Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service has announced the death of retired Fire Search Dog Davey, who has died following a short illness.

Lancashire Fire Service pays tribute to retired search dog Davey

Plans are being proposed for a new private pregnancy ultrasound and associated healthcare clinic to serve Blackpool.(Generic photo of a pregnant woman and scan photo.)

Plans for brand new pregnancy ultrasound facility revealed

Fleetwood People's Pier impression and inset, George Greenall

We want to create a new town 'Quarter' with People's Pier investment

Retro

Footballer Gordon West, outside Revoe School in 1965, with some local children

25 superbly nostalgic scenes from Blackpool in 1965
Right back to the mid 1960s with these cracking photos.
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David Nelson D.J at Jellies Nightclub Blackpool

41 incredible scenes snapped at iconic nightclubs in 90s and 00s

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

Lifestyle

The Miller Arms, at Singleton, is now available to lease.

Fylde coast pub on the hunt for new landlord weeks after closing

Our Fiat 600 Petrol La Prima has arrived for a three-month test, priced at £28,045 in rather fetching Sky Blue Bi-Colour

Fiat 600 Petrol Manual Long-term test: Report 1 , first impressions Gareth Butterfield

Boots' new Edit beauty collection brings together makeup essentials in sleek pink and purple packaging, with products designed to deliver a touch of affordable luxury.

Boots launches new EDIT make-up range from just £6

Jo Malone London's Pine & Eucalyptus Scented Candle captures the magic of Christmas with its fresh, uplifting fragrance and elegant festive presentation.

Five gorgeous Jo Malone London candles for Christmas

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Garmin Index S2 smart scales are available in black and white, offering six body measurements and automatic syncing with Garmin Connect.

Garmin Index S2: The smart scales that track so much more than weight

Tempting Christmas gift collections from Cartwright & Butler and Prestige Hampers, packed with festive treats, sweet indulgences and savoury favourites.

Luxury Christmas hampers packed with festive surprises

Sport

Fylde's Leo Gilliland scored a hat-trick of tries on Saturday

Fylde RFC earn a deserved bonus point after pushing Sedgley Park
Fylde RFC left with a bonus point as a tough season for the Woodlands club continued.
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Fylde Hockey Club's ladies' first team

Fylde Hockey Club: Firsts see off the students in claiming victory

Lytham St Annes Hockey Club's ladies' second team

Lytham St Annes Hockey Club: Double delight for the LSA ladies

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 celebrated victory at Harrogate Town in mid-September

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

Traffic and Travel

A series of temporary road closures are planned for November.

11 major roadworks planned this week including road closures

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

What's On

Santa, Rudolph, a snowman, and a Christmas tree giving small gifts to individuals around Cleveleys town centre last year.

Date set for Cleveleys Xmas Lights switch on- all you need to know

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

Blackpool comedian to be honoured with blue plaque at former school

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

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

Puzzles

Quick CrosswordTo test and hone your word skills

SudokuThe ultimate logic-based numbers game

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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

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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

Pagazzi's Bixby pendant light combines amber ribbed glass with brushed bronze detailing for an elegant finishing touch.

I transformed my hallway with Pagazzi lighting, now 15% off
From statement pendant lights to stylish table lamps, Pagazzi has an impressive collection of lighting for every room. I tried one of its beautiful amber glass pendants, and there's a discount on the latest arrivals.
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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

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

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

The latest planning applications at Fylde Council

Here are all the planning applications received this week

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Award-winning mansion with spa, pool and garden fire pit for sale

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People

A moving Remembrance Day service took place at Blackpool Cenotaph on 08 November 2026, to pay respect to all of the fallen heroes that sacrificed their lives in the wars. Photo: Lucinda Herbert

51 moving pics from Remembrance Day service at Blackpool War Memorial
Blackpool came together to pay tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
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Remembrance Sunday at Ashton Gardens, St Annes

11 pictures from St Annes' Remembrance Sunday tribute to the fallen

The Metropole Hotel's owners have issued a major update on the security of the site.

I thought the Government would pay for refurbishing The Metropole

Blackpool Travelodge (Credit: Fleurets)

Massive 124-room hotel with £747k annual income for sale for £10.95m

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

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

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

That's All Folks...

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

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