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One of the Fylde coast’s most popular restaurants will be closing its doors permanently in November after a period of ‘careful consideration’ and ‘continual review’.

Popular restaurant issues new statement on shocking closure rumours

School Dinners at Hawes Side School

Do you remember Blackpool like this?

Some Fylde coast residents were left without power for over 40 hours.

'£100 worth of food gone'-resident's horror after40-hour power cut

Sea Foam at Cleveleys earlier this week

Why Storm Boelo left seafront covered in a blanket of sea foam

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

Leader of Reform UK, Nigel Farage with Reform UK Chairman for Blackpool & Fleetwood branch, Mark Butcher outside the newly rebranded Reform UK pub, The Talbot.

Blackpool Reform leader responds to PACT voter manipulation claims

A young dad has been awarded a "seven figure" payout after his life was ruined by a horrific workplace saw accident - that left him with two missing fingers.

I couldn't even hold my baby after I lost 2 fingers in a saw accident

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

Premier League champions Arsenal land at Blackpool Airport for EFL Cup

Police are appealing for help to trace a man they want to speak to in connection with a report of rape in the early 1980s

Police issue major update on 1981 rape case

Elmfield (Credit: Stephen Tew)

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

Fleetwood host Arsenal tonight.

Cup-fever in Fleetwood ahead of historic tie against Arsenal

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

'Our hilarious young man' - tribute to BFC fan, 16, after sad death

Waves break on the seafront in Blackpool (Danny Lawson/PA)

Latest weather as winds remain three times stronger than average

Blackpool FC

Blackpool central defender Olly Casey

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

Zac Ashworth scores for Blackpool against Aston Villa's U21s

Second-half goals give Blackpool a Jersey Mike’s Trophy victory

Blackpool head coach Ian Evatt

Blackpool head coach wants his team to take their chances in matches

The family of Sir Stanley Matthews, including son Stanley Matthews Jr (second left), daughter Jean Matthews (third left) and granddaughters Mandy Bray (third right) and Samantha Davis (second right) were at Monday's Ballon d'Or ceremony

Harry Kane marks Sir Stanley Matthews anniversary with Ballon d'Or win

Blackpool look to atone for last weekend’s home defeat

Blackpool head coach calls for an end to their inconsistency

Josh Bowler under pressure from Jon Russell during Blackpool's defeat to Mansfield Town at Bloomfield Road

Match verdict: Blackpool boss cannot be blamed for individual mistakes

Karoy Anderson in possession as Blackpool were well beaten by Mansfield Town at Bloomfield Road on Saturday

Ian Evatt: Blackpool players’ weekend performance was 'not acceptable'

Blackpool head coach Ian Evatt

Ian Evatt rues a 'fragile' second-half display from his Blackpool team

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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

The wonderkid who dazzled his way onto Liverpool and Arsenal’s radar

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

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Blackpool keeper Bailey Peacock-Farrell

Blackpool v Mansfield Town ratings: Penalty save highlights home loss

Dion Charles' goal had brought Blackpool on level terms

No defence as Blackpool pay the price for their second-half errors

Blackpool midfielder Leighton Clarkson impressed off the bench in midweek

Blackpool boss: Midfielder 'has been pushing and pushing to play'

Crime

Police impersonation fraud warning issued after reports of scam

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

Preston Crown Court

Date set for Crown Court hearing of man charged with raft of offences

Lancashire Police have released the CCTV image of a young man they'd like to speak to following a string of alleged bike robberies in Blackpool.

Police release CCTV image following string of Blackpool bike robberies

Stanley Park is one of Blackpool’s most cherished public spaces.

Plans to improve Stanley Park for residents and hire new park ranger

The Bishop of Blackburn has condemned the “grotesque” defacement of a Blackpool synagogue, warning that rising anti-Semitism is leaving Jewish communities feeling “vulnerable and bewildered”, as faith leaders across the Fylde coast rallied in support of the congregation.

Bishop condemns anti-Semitic hate crime at Blackpool synagogue

Finlay Cross-Adair was taken to hospital with serious injuries after he was involved in a crash on the A6 near Lancaster at around 5.10pm on October 5, 2023

Former Fleetwood Town player pleads guilty in court to drug offence

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Will the Chancellor, John Healey, have anything to say specifically to Lancashire during his budget speech?

Lancashire mayor question could finally be answered in the budget

Trans4orm opened in June without planning permission

Planners approve round-the-clock gym

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

Breaking Biker seriously injured in road smash

KCA cancer support group members Barbara Prince (left) and Lesley Taylor

We've been through cancer trauma, now we're helping others

Retro

Bank Hey Street as it was in 1972

33 amazing retro pictures of Blackpool in 1972 and 1973
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Barry and Pamela Hart recreate the moment twenty years ago when Barry proposed to Pamela whilst on the Log Flume. It was always a firm favourite and many of our readers agreed

19 Blackpool Pleasure Beach rides which will always be the best

Former Gazette reporter Andy Sykes talks to children at Waterloo Primary School in Blackpool about life working at a newspaper. L-R are Sophie Fletcher (9), Rachel Clarke (9) and Ryan Clarkin (8)

49 precious images of school life in Blackpool down the decades

Buses at the Blackpool Corporation depot in 1985

17 fascinating photos to take you back more than four decades to 1985

The new headquarters of the Blackpool Division of the St John Ambulance Brigade, on the corner of Hornby Road and Park Road, was opened in 1963 by the Rt. Hon.Lord Cozens-Hardy DL (chairman of the St John Council for Lancashire)

47 nostalgic 1960s pics from beach scenes, to the people of the resort

Lifestyle

Deals site Wowcher and Jet2CityBreaks have deals on trips to Christmas markets in Europe

Trips to gorgeous European Christmas markets under £100

O’Connor’s Bar in Cleveleys has been reduced in price, with the long-established licensed sports bar now being offered with a starting bid of £70,000.

'Priced to sell' - Sports bar put up for sale with £70k starting bid

Primary school-aged children across Blackpool South are being invited to design MP Chris Webb’s official Christmas card, with the winning entry set to be sent across the constituency and Westminster this festive season.

MP launches 2026 Xmas card competition for primary school children

Beach House Blackpool has announced a new programme of autumn and winter events, including a watercolour painting afternoon, a Christmas wreath-making workshop and a festive Santa experience overlooking the Irish Sea.

Luxury venue unveils autumn & winter events - what you need to know

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What is Nurosym? The wellness device featured in Netflix’s Don’t Die: The Man Who Wants to Live Forever

What is Nurosym and how does the wearable wellness device work?

Gladiators has been a big hit on the BBC and fans can see their heroes live in November and December

Half-price Gladiators tickets for show little boy calls 'best ever’

e.l.f. backs Spurs Women for another season while its Hypochlorous Mist (pictured) offers an easy on-the-go skincare refresh.

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Sport

Jack Morris completed the scoring for AFC Fylde against Hartlepool

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Fleetwood Town goalkeeper Jay Lynch celebrates his heroic penalty save

Lawlor calls win over Arsenal as greatest night in Town's history

Fleetwood Town celebrate after penalty shoot-out win over Arsenal at Highbury

Fleetwood stun Arsenal in Carabao Cup

Blackpool Netball Club's North West Regional Division Three squad

Blackpool Netball Club: Signs of progress despite two weekend defeats

TM Sports Under-11s on the ball against Spirit of Youth Neos

Youth League match of the week: TM Sports U11s v Spirit of Youth Neos

Traffic and Travel

All the roadworks planned in Fylde next week

5 major roadworks in place the week including a road closure

All the roadworks planned for Wyre this week

All the major roadworks planned this week in Wyre starting October 26

New proposals have emerged for a designated motorhome park on the Blackpool Central site, with those backing the plans saying it would provide a ‘massive boost’ for the town’s tourism.

Plans for motorhome park on site earmarked for new 20,000-seater arena

What's On

The Boo Radleys, Jesus Jones, Sleeper and A Certain Ratio are among the latest acts announced for Blackpool: Indie By The Sea.

Blackpool: Indie by the Sea reveals new acts - all you need to know

Del Amitri stars Justin Currie and Iain Harvie

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The world’s most talented circus performers have been hand-picked to perform at the Blackpool Tower Circus and trust me you won’t be disappointed

Roll up for the final chance to see Blackpool Tower Circus' 2026 show

The Snooker Shoot Out will return to The Blackpool Tower Circus from December 9 to 12, with tickets now on sale for four days of fast-paced competition.

Snooker Shoot Out back at Blackpool Tower Circus - dates and tickets

Puzzles

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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

Jenny Ryan put teams through their paces as part of a special celebration for Skipton Building Society members

Quiz star Jenny Ryan stuns punters with surprise pub appearance

Guests were matched with blooms tailored to their mood, leaving with a bouquet designed to uplift, calm or energise

UK’s first ‘Flower Pharmacy’ opens

Guests were matched with blooms tailored to their mood, leaving with a bouquet designed to uplift, calm or energise

UK’s first ‘Flower Pharmacy’ opens

Homes and Gardens

Electricity North West update as power cuts affect 148 homes
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A power cut is affecting 77 properties in Stanley, Blackpool, with engineers on their way to deal with the issue.

Breaking Power cut update as 77 homes without electricity due to cable issue

A total of 144 properties across the Fylde Coast and Wyre are without electricity following power cuts linked to unexpected incidents affecting overhead and high-voltage cables amid Storm Boelo.

Storm Boelo: Update as 144 Fylde coast properties without power

Planning applications for Fylde

Here are all the planning applications received this week

Historic Marsh Mill looks set for further renovation work. Picture by Julian Brown 20/1

Major update on plans for iconic Grade II-listed listed Marsh Mill

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High water levels on the River Wyre

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Harry's Play Centre in St Annes has been named the ninth best-rated soft play and indoor play centre in the UK, achieving an average Google rating of 4.94 stars from 223 reviews.

Fylde coast soft play named among UK's top 10 best-rated venues

Marston’s is joining forces with the Royal British Legion (RBL) for the third year running to raise funds for the annual Poppy Appeal, with 29 pubs across Lancashire taking part in this year’s campaign.

Fylde coast Marston’s pubs launch limited-edition Poppy Appeal glasses

Blackpool Airport was one of the first aviation sites in the UK, with a history dating back to 1909. Just a few years after the first powered flight in the States, passengers were being flown over the Fylde Coast. Maximum speed then was just over 40mph and a 30-mile flight was considered long distance, but this was the first place in the UK where non-aviators could take to the air as passengers

'Thank you' - Blackpool Airport looks back on busy year

Lytham Coastguard has carried out a patrol along the Fylde Coast after strong winds, wet weather and rising tides prompted concerns about public safety.

'We can confirm' - Coastguard message after Storm Boelo havoc

A flood alert has been issued for the coast between Fleetwood and Blackpool, with high tides expected to bring a risk of flooding on Monday evening and again on Tuesday.

Breaking Flood alert for Fylde coast as high tides threaten coastal areas

Paul and Leigh Hutchinson and their guests braved Storm Boelo when they married in Blackpool on Saturday

We didn't let Storm Boelo ruin our amazing once-in-a-lifetime wedding

French bulldog cross, Delboy, named after the much-loved Only Fools and Horses character, was continually overlooked by potential adopters and became RSPCA’s Longview Animal Centre in Stalmine longest-staying resident.

RSPCA's longest serving resident on Fylde coast finally finds new home

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Motorists can be asked by police to read a vehicle registration plate from 20 metres away to prove their eyesight meets the legal driving standard.

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Thousands of responses to a government health consultations came from AI bots, according to research

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French and British Paratroopers jump from RAF A400’s as part of Exercise RHINO TITAN.

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