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Galleon Bar owner Stephen Pierre is launching a new arcade bar venture, and it's progressing.

Exciting update on Galleon Bar owner Stephen Pierre's new arcade bar

Stanley Mitchell, 16, has tragically died following a year-long battle with cancer.

'Watch the seasiders in heaven ' - tributes to BFC fan after sad death

The sessions help children learn essential skills before starting Reception.

Blackpool Family Hubs help children prepare for school

Roadworks in Wyre starting November 2

These are the major roadworks planned this week

How will John Healey's budget help the Fylde coast?

“The £100 council tax payment doesn’t even cover a week’s shopping”

Riley Burrell, 18, has created an app to help visually impaired people in public.

I am partially blind, so I created an app to help other blind people

Spooky times at Centre Barcs doggy day care in Lytham, as dogs get dressed up in the Halloween garden display. Photo: Lucinda Herbert

6 adorable pictures of Centre Barcs dogs dressed up for Halloween

Welcoming Winter event on Mereside, organised by Left Coast, during the Lightpool festival. Photo: Lucinda Herbert

10 mesmerising pictures from the Welcome to Winter light event

17 of the most underrated pubs in Blackpool and the Fylde coast according to readers for an Autumn pint

17 of the most underrated pubs in Blackpool and the Fylde coast

Bailey Lister with one of the rescue owls

Coroner's verdict on death of animal lover, 22, who was trolled online

Paddy McGuinness at the Blackpool Illuminations Switch On 2026

Legendary comedian Paddy McGuinness announces Blackpool return

Hunters and Carters

We're in Tripadvisors top 10% and we're right on your doorstep

Food Hygiene Ratings

23 new Food Hygiene Ratings including Costa Coffee and a 1-star

Blackpool FC

Henrik Pedersen left his job as Sheffield Wednesday head coach

Blackpool boss pays tribute to former Sheffield Wednesday head coach

Blackpool's match at Notts County has been rearranged for January

Blackpool confirm new Notts County date as youngster makes loan move

Blackpool head coach Ian Evatt

Blackpool boss to run the rule over FA Cup opponents at AFC Fylde

Blackpool keeper Bailey Peacock-Farrell

Blackpool goalkeeper is relishing his return to Sheffield Wednesday

Kevin Phillips played with Ian Evatt at Blackpool

Ex-Blackpool ace gives his verdict on Blackpool's tough run of results

Blackpool defender Fraser Horsfall

Blackpool defender suffers a setback after his midweek return

Blackpool head coach Ian Evatt

Blackpool boss satisfied with his players’ reaction to weekend defeat

Blackpool FC Community Trust showed its support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October

Blackpool FC Community Trust: October’s packed programme of events

Top stories from 3addedminutes.com

The ten best free agents on FM27 - including three ex-Man United gems

Forget Eddie Howe: Man Utd's next manager decision could be pointless

Glasner's job is at risk but he isn't Nottingham Forest's only problem

The Wonderkid Power Rankings: New entries from Aston Villa & Chelsea

More Blackpool FC

Jordan Brown celebrates his long-distance strike against Aston Villa’s U21s on Tuesday

Blackpool players are challenged to shoot from distance more often

Fraser Horsfall made his comeback from injury for Blackpool on Tuesday

Blackpool defender makes a welcome return as a second-half substitute

Blackpool central defender Olly Casey

Blackpool v Aston Villa U21 ratings: Pool central defender led the way

Crime

A police sign on a PSNI vehicle

Breaking Man arrested after haul of drugs and cash found in car

Former Lancashire detective and county councillor Graham Gooch has died, after a remarkable working life

Top Blackpool murder detective-turned-councillor Graham Gooch dies

David Devlin, 35, is wanted for absconding from HMP Kirkham earlier this year whilst serving a 22-year sentence.

Police appeal for violent offender, 35, who absconded from HMP Kirkham

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.

'Heartbroken' - Thieves target café trying to recover from awful fire

A man has been arrested following an e-bike fire on the promenade

Breaking Major police update on arrest following e-bike fire

David Gilbert - a sex offender - snared in a "sting" by a gang of paedophile hunters in Blackpool has been jailed by a judge.

'I hate myself' - Sex offender snared in paedophile hunters' sting

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Blackpool Council has defended the proposed rock groynes aspect of the coastal management scheme.

If we don't agree on rock groynes we could lose funding

Tributes have been paid to Tony Shaw, the former Managing Director of the Blackpool Gazette

Tributes paid to ex-Gazette MD and memorable civic leader

Bevs features an extensive wine and cocktail list

9 stylish photos reveal the Fylde coast's newest wine and cocktail bar

Belle Vue pub on Whitegate Drive has reopened after a revamp, and is ready to welcome customers back for food, drink and entertainment. Photo: Lucinda Herbert

13 exciting pictures of the Belle Vue pub as it reopens after revamp

Retro

At the entrance to Pleasure Beach in 1996 they were celebrating the park's Centenary. The Attic Nightclub was still there and in the Horseshoe Bar, Mystique were performing, Little and Large with Frank Carson in the Paradise Room

19 pictures take you back to fun filled days at the Pleasure Beach
These amazing pictures from the 1990s remind us what Blackpool Pleasure beach was like when we were kids
Claire Lark

A 1902 Tower-top view showing the position of the Foudroyant's anchor at the start of the widened section of North Pier

25 nostalgic pictures of the piers in past times

Cricketing maidens at a Lancashire school have just pulled off a splendid hat-trick. Girls from Elmslie Girls School, on Whitegate Drive, Blackpool, have clinched the Lancashire and Cheshire championship for the third season in a row. Pictured: Elmslie Girls School cricketers, from left: Louise Cox, Hayley Cook, Melanie Olsen, Susan Eccles, Adele Scarlett, Vicky Parkinson, Lisa Collum, Tracey Holt, and Rachel Walker

25 memorable pictures that go back to the mid-1980s

Talbot Road, Blackpool - south side between Abingdon Street and Topping Street. J.H. Berry & Son pork butcher and pie shop. Marlow's outfitters, Norwich Building Society, Charles Clayton and Co solicitors

61 historical pictures of shops and people that remind us of old times

The old Star Inn / Fred Oliver Star Inn , South Shore, Blackpool
Pictured in 1932.
" A reader recalls that in earlier days the Inn was surrounded by the sea at high tide"

18 evocative historical pictures from the 1930s

Lifestyle

Planning applications received at Wyre Council this week

Latest planning applications received and validated this week

Luke Bowen-Price demonstrates one of the build-you-own dessert options at BAD Desserts on Lytham Road, Blackpool Photo: Lucinda Herbert

10 mouth watering pics from inside Blackpool's new BAD Desserts shop

Film star & musical heavyweight Adam Garcia visits Blackpool's West Coast Rock Cafe during downtime in resort

Film star and musical heavyweight visits popular Blackpool restaurant

Kia EV2 review: a small electric SUV with big-car appeal

Recommended

Toy Story 5 has just landed on Yoto and I've ordered it straight away for my son

Disney's Toy Story 5 is now on Yoto and I ordered it right away

Take part in creative classes as part of your autumn holiday

These £99 grown-up UK getaways offer activities for adults

Have a cracking Christmas! Boots has launched three giant beauty crackers – Joy, Magic and Cheer – each costing £25 and packed with six beauty treats worth over £70.

Boots unveils £25 beauty crackers worth over £70

Sentier’s Scent Library lets you discover 10 luxury fragrances at home for just £25

Sentier's Scent Library features 10 fragrances for just £25

Sport

AFC Fylde new boy Archie Lang

AFC Fylde eventually land midfielder following Bamber Bridge departure
Former Bamber Bridge midfielder becomes AFC Fylde’s latest addition.
Gavin Browne

AFC Fylde defeated Hornchurch at Mill Farm on Friday evening

Striker is at the double as AFC Fylde pick up another three points

Pitch invasion broke out at Highbury as Fleetwood recorded incredible victory.

'Fleetwood won...Football won' - fans look back at Arsenal win

James Anderson has been released by Lancashire

Legendary fast bowler James Anderson shocked by Lancashire departure

Cam Brown is the latest new face at Fylde RFC

Fylde RFC bring in Brown to boost selection options at the Woodlands

Traffic and Travel

Blackpool’s Council leader Lynn Williams has issued a new statement on Tramtown and the heritage tram fleet.

Council reveals plans are now in hand to revive Tramtown attraction

Minister praises improvements to Blackpool's Adult Social Care services after damning CQC report last year

Blackpool’s Adult Care services improvements praised by minister

Wigan Lane this evening. A damaged motorbike remains in the middle of the road

Breaking Biker seriously injured in road smash

What's On

33 spooky pics from the 3 scariest homes in Blackpool this Hallowe'en

33 spooky pics from the 3 scariest homes in Blackpool this Hallowe'en

Owner Jason Fubar outside the venue's entrance.

'It's got a super club feel' - Jason Fubar ready to launch new club

Stephen Mulhern with the cast of Pleasure Beach Resort’s Las Vegas Christmas Party Nights

Massive TV star surprises cast with unexpected visit

A BBC documentary capturing everyday life in three Blackpool hairdressing salons is being screened for free at Arc Cinema Blackpool as part of Lightpool Festival.

Free showings of Blackpool BBC documentary at Arc cinema for Lightpool

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SudokuThe ultimate logic-based numbers game

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Joy Cullen gave up her job as her hip pain pre-surgery was too severe

NHS patients choose to travel further for surgeries under scheme

More than half of adults have avoided buying clothes over concerns about caring for them

Eight in 10 Brits suffer from 'laundry anxiety', according to research

Three quarters of Brits believe a week of guaranteed sunshine would boost their mood.

Six in 10 Brits face 'sun withdrawal'

Shoppers are preparing for Black Friday by tracking prices and researching products before buying.

Brits fear autumn budget will put pressure on finances

Research found more than four in 10 Brits are envious of Spain’s laid-back approach to mealtimes

Eating out in Britain has become an increasingly rushed affair

Original fireplaces, exposed beams and cornicing have been named the ultimate signs of good taste in the home, according to new research

Period features still deemed 'most stylish' property features

Homes and Gardens

Out Rawcliffe (Credit: Armitstead Barnett)

Unique 9-bed mixed use mega-property set in 64 acres on the market
There really are very few homes quite like this...
Jack Marshall

Beach Street (Credit: Lytham Estate Agents)

Breathtaking Grade II listed seafront Georgian period home for sale

Elmfield (Credit: Stephen Tew)

Thriving 11-bed Blackpool hotel near Pleasure Beach Resort for sale

Police impersonation fraud warning issued after reports of scam

'Don't let your home be used for crime' - Police cannabis farms update

Electricity North West update as power cuts affect 148 homes

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Krispy Kreme launches £2.99 The Traitors doughnut

Willis will present Strictly alongside Johannes Radebe and Josh Widdecombe (Guy Levy/BBC)

Josh Widdicombe on Strictly’s ‘no ego’ new hosting team

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

I’ve found the easiest way to give my home an autumn update

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The e.l.f Soft Glam makeup products I’m tempted to add to my basket

People

Blackpool Victoria Hospital A&E entrance

NHS bosses stress-test health services ahead of influx of patients
North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) have partnered with Age UK across the region to help prevent falls in the community this winter.
Vanessa Sims

Mental health rehabilitation services at Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust have retained their ‘Good’ rating following an inspection that highlighted the positive experiences of patients, families and carers.

New CQC score for mental health rehab service at Fylde coast NHS trust

Coastguard crews were called to a missing person search and a separate incident in Cleveleys as the aftermath of Storm Boelo continued to affect the Fylde coast.

Coastguard missing person update as cars engulfed by Storm Boelo foam

Blackpool golf club head greenkeeper Chris Hulme (right) has completed a remarkable 100-mile walking challenge after receiving a life-changing kidney transplant from his friend Oli (left), raising more than £8,500 for kidney research.

My mate gave me a kidney then I took on a 100-mile walk in Storm Boelo

The Flamingo Business Awards will return to Blackpool next month, celebrating entrepreneurial excellence with a full day of business expertise followed by a glamorous awards evening at Viva Blackpool.

Flamingo Business Awards back for day of entrepreneurial excellence

A Fleetwood care home has been praised for its kind, personalised care, positive relationships between residents and staff, and strong leadership after receiving a ‘Good’ rating across all five areas assessed by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Care home praised for personalised approach in latest CQC inspection

Last year' s Christmas lights switch-on and lantern parade in Fleetwood. Picture: Photo:Michelle Adamson

'Difficult year' - Emotional council update on beloved Christmas event

High street discounter Poundland has filed to appoint administrators, threatening the future of around 12,000 workers.

Poundland administration: future of 2 Blackpool stores uncertain

Nikki Sanderson partners with St John Ambulance to launch the CPR bra (PA)

Blackpool Corrie star opens up on crucial CPR which saved mum's life

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Sir Ian McKellen has led tributes to Sir Patrick Stewart following his death from Alzheimer’s disease, calling him “the most respected and beloved actor of his generation”.

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BBC TV licence fee could top £200 as thousands stop paying

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