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Martin Jones (inset) said it was believed the badly infected wound to his wife's leg (inset) was likely to have been caused by a bite by a False Widow spider

My wife endured a horrific skin infection after suspected spider bite

The former pub and restaurant is being demolished by Pete Marquis.

'We've lost a legend' - Tributes paid to 'true gentleman' Pete Marquis

Adelaide Surgery, a Blackpool GP, has been rated ‘Good’ across all five inspection categories after making significant improvements since being placed in special measures last year.

New CQC rating for NHS GP placed into special measures last year

The annual Kite Festival 2026, on Lytham St Annes Beach.

Revealed: The 35 best places to live in Lancashire according to you

The Blackpool Central site from the air

'I'd like to see the site hosting bands, DJs, beer and gin festivals'

Georgia Frankland, 28, is crowned Miss Blackpool 2026. The beauty pageant finals took place at Ribby Hall. Photo: Lucinda Herbert

15 fabulous pictures as Miss Blackpool is crowned at glittering event

Harry Whiteside

Tributes to village 'icon' who was the last salmon fisherman on river

Mamma's Ristorante in Topping Street, Blackpool closed in October but will reopen as San Marco's in December. Pictured outside the restuarant are new owners Cinzia and George Goldie and business partnerStephen Coles (top right), alongside former San Marco's owner and doyenne of Blackpool's hospitality scene, Lucia Frankitt (centre). (PIcture by San Marco's)

Revealed: Blackpool's top 17 restaurants of all time according to you

Tom Read Wilson with Carmen at Funny Girls

TV presenter proves a big hit on visit to iconic Fylde coast venue

Latest in Food Hygiene Ratings

12 businesses that scored low in Food Standard Agency inspections

Barman pulling a pint stock image

Revealed: Blackpool's best 25 pubs of all time, according to you

Hamish is renowned for being one of the finest live television directors on the planet.

I went from Blackpool to directing the Superbowl Half time show

Hive of activity - work is now underway at the former Yates Bar site

Major update on multi-million pound Yates Bar project on prom

Blackpool FC

Ian Evatt at Brisbane Road on Saturday (photo: Gareth Evans)

Fans can make all the difference, says Seasiders boss Evatt

Oliver Casey gets stuck in against Leyton Orient (photo: Gareth Evans/Blackpool FC)

Evatt left to rue decisions but accepts supporters’ booing

George Honeyman scored 7/10 in the 2-0 defeat at Leyton Orient (photo: Gareth Evans/Blackpool FC)

Seasiders' player ratings in defeat at Leyton Orient

Zac Ashworth during the League One defeat at Leyton Orient (photo: Gareth Evans/Blackpool FC)

Leyton Orient 2 Blackpool 0: Forrester and Scarlett goals leave Tangerines in d...

Ian Evatt takes his Blackpool players to Leyton Orient this afternoon

Blackpool boss expects to encounter a 'tough' test at Leyton Orient

Blackpool have launched a pink retro shirt to raise vital funds and awareness for the cancer prehab and rehab projects delivered by Blackpool FC Community Trust

Blackpool launch pink retro shirt to raise funds for cancer projects

Jerry Yates (left) and Tom Bloxham started up front for Blackpool at Cambridge United last weekend

Competition for places going forward is pleasing Blackpool head coach

Blackpool FC Community Trust welcomed children to Bloomfield Road for the annual Show Racism the Red Card event

Blackpool FC Community Trust: Pupils tackle racism and misinformation

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The Wonderkid Power Rankings: Arsenal & Aston Villa starlets on the up

The January deals Arsenal are linked with – and how likely they are

What happens next as Man City 'guilty' of breaking financial rules

The worst PL signings so far this season – including dire Spurs flops

More Blackpool FC

Blackpool central defender Fraser Horsfall

'Positive' development as Blackpool defender continues injury recovery

Will It Be Blackpool or PNE? is a soon to be released celebration of one of football’s fiercest local rivalries.

New Blackpool v PNE rivalry book - how to get your name included

Blackpool won their appeal against George Honeyman’s red card

Blackpool boss always had an inkling that red card would be rescinded

Crime

'Appalling betrayal' - Ex-funeral director stole ring from dead Lancashire Priest

'Appalling betrayal' - Ex-funeral director stole ring from dead Priest

Anne Marie Ryan stated that she has received reports indicating that individuals in the town and surrounding areas are breeding birds specifically for illegal fighting.

Man banned from keeping animals after cockfighting conviction

A woman has been arrested following a fire in Grenfell Avenue

Breaking Major update as police arrest woman following house fire

Armed officers arrest man after alleged threats to woman with knife

Sex Offender Marcus Pratt is wanted by police.

Sex offender believed to be in Blackpool wanted by police

Mother-of-three Emma Dennison, who described herself to probation officers as a “regular shoplifter” was part of a gang-of-four, which included Anthony Lynch, who targeted the B&M store in Blackpool.

Meet the shoplifters who attacked B&M worker over £130 of food & booze

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Shaftesbury (Credit: Purplebricks)

Magnificent Victorian family home near lovely seafront on the market

The Marton Institute

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Fylde coast ale trail

I created a Fylde coast ale trail for beer lovers across the area

RNLI fund-raisers in Lytham Square

RNLI volunteers' delight at response to Lifeboat Saturday fund-raiser

Retro

Blackpool beach in 1928

17 incredibly old pictures from more than a lifetime ago
Blackpool in 1928 balanced nostalgia and modernity along its busy seafront.
Claire Lark

circa 1937: Horse riders on Blackpool beach, silhouetted against the evening sky. (Photo by Fox Photos/Getty Images)

25 historic scenes showing the charm and life in a town a century ago

This scene shows the children's fairground opposite Olympia, Kiddies Corner. It is undated but probably mid-1980s

19 amazing old pictures captured across 30 years

More than 150 scooters took part in this parade which was part of the Blackpool Scooter Rally (1958)

35 historical pictures take us back to the 1950s

Clifton Hotel, Blackpool, early venue for the Clifton Lodge

37 amazing images that journey through our town's past to bygone days

Lifestyle

Yoto Mini 4th Gen review: I tried the £89.99 screen-free player for kids

Yoto Mini 4th Gen review: Is it worth £89.99?

Opening day at Orco Lounge in Cleveleys. Photo: Lucinda Herbert

New café bar welcomed by delighted diners as 'great addition to town'

A Blackpool care home has retained its ‘Good’ rating across all five inspection categories, with inspectors praising staff for their kind, compassionate and person-centred approach.

New Care Quality Commission inspection for Blackpool care home

Longford House (Credit: Fine & Country)

Deluxe multi-million-pound mansion with swimming pool for sale

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The Xkdoai expandable cabin backpack increases from 24L to 30L to provide extra packing space.

This '10/10' expandable cabin backpack is now £14.99 on Amazon

Bunches has plenty of options to choose from including flowers, hampers and greeting cards.

Bunches sells more than flowers, including plants and hampers

Haslemere Avenue (Credit: Purplebricks)

Spacious 3-bed family home with cottage-style garden on the market

The Santa Fe remains as striking to look at as it did when it first launched in the UK

Hyundai Santa Fe PHEV review: big, clever and surprisingly sensible

Sport

Luke McCormick and Cedric Main celebrate (photo: Steve McLellan)

AFC Fylde 5 Atherton Collieries 0: Mahon's men into FA Cup first-round draw
The Coasters progressed to the FA Cup with an emphatic victory over Atherton Collieries.
William Jones

Little Mabel with parents Cheryl and Chris

Update on campaign to help family of little girl with rare disease

Demolition underway on Henry Street in Blackpool

Major update on controversial house demolition behind Blackpool FC

AFC Fylde keeper Zac Jones kept another clean sheet last weekend

AFC Fylde head coach praises players his for their adaptability

Fylde RFC visit Huddersfield on Saturday after losing to Tynedale at the Woodlands

Fylde RFC aim to take their chance before the National Two North break

Traffic and Travel

Lancashire County Council's Reform UK administration says the road network is much improved compared to earlier in the year - but opposition councillors are far from convinced

Potholes: claim of "fantastic" improvement met with scepticism amid stats spat

Clifton Drive North, St Annes

Major roadworks scheduled to start and continue this week in Fylde

The Pier Link, St Annes

'An answer to a problem that didn’t exist' - your views on Pier Link

What's On

The Last Resort, South Shore

Invitation to 'raise a pint to memories, laughs and amazing times'

Last year's St Annes festive lights switch-on

St Annes all set for festive lights switch-on - all you need to know

Ali Slinger, the creative director of Dance Floor Heroes, calls for aspiring dancers to enter a Strictly Come Dancing style contest to raise funds for charity. Photo: Lucinda Herbert

How you can take part in a Strictly-style dancing ballroom experience

The South featuring members of The Beautiful South are bringing their new 2026 show to Blackpool this November

The South announce new Blackpool date to 2026 tour

Puzzles

Quick CrosswordTo test and hone your word skills

SudokuThe ultimate logic-based numbers game

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The top side hustling cities include Bristol and London

Half of Brits work a ‘second shift’ after hours on side hustles

Trending holiday destinations for 2027 include California, Japan, and Uruguay

Expedia's 2027 trending travel hotspots include California and Japan

The nation's favourite card games of all time are blackjack, poker and patience

Blackjack, poker and patience top nation's favourite card games

92 per cent of small business owners say keeping energy costs down is one of their biggest priorities

Small business owners' reveal biggest concerns

It was also found 21 per cent have walked away from a purchase altogether because they didn't think it would have much resale potential

Marketplace sellers buy fashion items to sell after just a few wears

Statistics from travel insurance policies show the number of people declaring neurodivergent conditions has risen by 79 per cent in just seven months

ADHD and autism is soaring among people over 50, suggests new data

Homes and Gardens

The Nikura AIRI Waterless Diffuser makes filling your home with beautiful fragrance effortless, with no water, mess or fuss.

Nikura AIRI Waterless Diffuser review: No water, no wires, no faff
I love having a diffuser running at home, but filling it with water and fiddling with cables has always irritated me. Nikura's rechargeable AIRI does away with both, and it could be the upgrade I've been waiting for.
Julie Bayley

Fairclough Road (Credit: Purplebricks)

Spacious 4 bed home with gardens, open-plan design & fitted kitchen

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Ash Road (Credit: Purplebricks)

Dream 3-bed extended family home with conservatory & garden for sale

Tumella's stormproof umbrella has dropped in price just in time for the inclement weather

The bargain brolly designed to stand up to autumn gusts

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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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People

17 of the most stunning Fylde coast villages to visit for a weekend day-trip according to you

17 stunning Fylde coast villages to visit for a weekend day-trip
The Fylde coast is a charming area that draws visitors and residents alike with its scenic towns, coastal beauty, and vibrant community life.
Jack Marshall

Around 4,000 poppies are set to be displayed in St Chad's churchyard, creating a special tribute to remember and honour all those who have served and sacrificed so much. Photo: Lucinda Herbert

11 brilliant pictures of poppies cascade at St Chad's Church, Poulton

Farmer Parrs have launched their pumpkin picking events at 'Parrs Patch' where families can pick their own pumpkins at the weekend in Fleetwood in the run up to Halloween. Photo: Lucinda Herbert

12 spooky images of Farmer Parrs Animal World pumpkin picking patch

The latest GP Patient Survey has revealed how satisfied patients are with the service and care they receive at GP practices across England.

Ranked: Fylde coast GPs graded on how helpful the reception teams are

Pete Marquis, local philanthropist and businessman, has died at the age of 56

Popular businessman & philanthropist Pete Marquis dies suddenly at 56

Artist and tattooist Adam Salisbury

"I have had the most craziest and heart-warming year"

Throughout the programme, teachers and school support staff received tailored training to better support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Stock photo.

Fylde coast high schools ranked based on latest student absence rates

Stuart Wignall in front of the former Post Office building in Blackpool

I want to bring new community hub to iconic former Post Office

RNLI crew members and supporters ready to collect

It's Lifeboat Saturday - and here is where and when you can donate

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Dad-of-three Brian Forbes has spent £6,000 preparing for disaster this year, stocking his specially equipped garden shelter with food, power banks, radios and night vision goggles.

Dad's £6,000 disaster preparations include 25 years of food

The River Coln could be fenced off in places after concerns that tourists are disturbing protected wildlife by paddling in the water.

Tourists face river ban in beauty spot village

SumUp's Tap to Pay feature allows small businesses and side hustlers to accept contactless card payments directly on a compatible smartphone, without needing a separate card reader.

How to turn your smartphone into a card reader

I found a UK weekend break from £163 with East 17, Liberty X and 90s nostalgia at Parkdean Resorts

Parkdean Resorts has a nostalgic celebrity weekend from £163

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