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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

Longford House (Credit: Fine & Country)

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

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 Pier Link, St Annes

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

Your top 21 places in Blackpool & the Fylde coast for Sunday Dinner

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...

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

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

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

Popular businessman & philanthropist Pete Marquis dies suddenly at 56

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

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

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

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

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

Blackpool FC

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

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

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

Top stories from 3addedminutes.com

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 head coach Ian Evatt has endured a frustrating few weeks

Blackpool boss backed for a possible League One play-off push

George Honeyman was shown a red card at Cambridge United last weekend

Blackpool win their appeal against captain’s red card last weekend

Dale Taylor linked up with Conor Washington during his time with Northern Ireland

Former team-mate backs Blackpool trio to shine for the Seasiders

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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Blackpool beach in 1928

17 incredibly old pictures from more than a lifetime ago

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

Gigli's Butchers in St Albans Road, St Annes

Fylde butcher wins big at National Craft Butchers Product Awards 2026

Artist and tattooist Adam Salisbury

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

Retro

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
These incredible pictures are mostly unseen and cast a fascinating insight into our two through two decades
Claire Lark

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

Blackpool Tower Roof Garden Zoo which eventually became the now closed Jungle Jim's adventure playground

49 historic pictures of iconic Blackpool Tower down the decades

Lifestyle

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

Bunches sells more than flowers, including plants and hampers

Adam Thomas from I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! and Waterloo Road, and Tilly Davenport aka Miss Blackpool 2026 at Nelly Mulligans in Blackpool. Photo: Lucinda Herbert

Nelly Mulligans is the closest you can get to Green Isle in Blackpool

Little Mabel with parents Cheryl and Chris

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

Haslemere Avenue (Credit: Purplebricks)

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

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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

I use face mist every day and this e.l.f skincare spray is on my autumn shopping list

The e.l.f face mist I’m eyeing up for my autumn skincare routine

Hear'Say shot to fame on Popstars in 2001, when this photo was taken. From left to right, they are Noel Sullivan, Suzanne Shaw, Myleene Klass, Kym Marsh and Danny Foster. Here's what they have all been up to in the last 25 years.

What have Hear'Say done since the band split? Where to see them now

The three-night breaks combine accommodation with live entertainment, tribute acts and a packed programme of activities.

Parkdean Resorts Celebrity Weekender serves up 90s nostalgia

Sport

Demolition underway on Henry Street in Blackpool

Major update on controversial house demolition behind Blackpool FC
“We cannot allow a project that will benefit local residents for generations to be stalled indefinitely as a result of one private landlord.”
Richard Hunt

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

Luke McCormick has joined AFC Fylde on loan from Yeovil Town

AFC Fylde complete a three-month loan move for Yeovil Town midfielder

Garmin's new Approach S72 golf smartwatch comes in two sizes and features advanced swing analysis, detailed course mapping and green-reading technology.

Garmin launches £700 golf watch packed with new features

Traffic and Travel

Two lanes - 1 and 2 - have since reopened, but lane 3 remains closed while National Highways assess damage to central reservation barrier. Lane 3 also remains closed on the southbound carriageway.

Major update on M6 and M55 delays after early morning lorry crash

The M6 is currently closed northbound between junctions 32 and 33 following a collision. One lane of the southbound carriageway is also shut

M6 and M55 chaos: Northbound carriageway shut after lorry & van crash

The OOONO Co-Driver No1 traffic alarm alerts drivers to speed cameras

Speed camera warning device reduced to £27

What's On

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

Blackpool Grand Theatre has received national recognition for its commitment to the people behind its performances after winning the Excellence in Workforce Culture Award at the 2026 UK Theatre Awards.

'We're immensely proud' - Theatre's major award for workplace culture

Puzzles

Quick CrosswordTo test and hone your word skills

SudokuThe ultimate logic-based numbers game

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UK Trending

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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The Celebrity Traitors

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

RNLI crew members and supporters ready to collect

It's Lifeboat Saturday - and here is where and when you can donate
Lytham St Annes RNLI station celebrating 175th anniversary this year
Tony Durkin

16-year-old Cohen Mahmood who has tragically died following a cardiac arrest. His dad, Anthony is raising money for his family. Pictured is Cohen when he was younger

Tributes paid to “beautiful” 16-year-old twin who died suddenly

Alfred Ryan has turned 100

I'm so proud of my amazing grandad and celebrating his 100th birthday

Ant and Dec with Ben Vara, owner of Jai Lounge in St Annes

Ant & Dec shock Fylde coast diners after Britain's Got Talent filming

Blackpool Airport

Blackpool Airport role with pay rising to £47,500 - how to apply

Around 250 children at five Blackpool primary schools are getting their first taste of ballet this week, free of charge, through workshops led by dancers from the Royal Ballet.

250 kids try free workshops in major Royal Ballet centenary project

Rats have been spotted at Asda car park and near to the Lower Lighthouse

Asda responds after 'giant rat' spotted in supermarket car park

Fleetwood and Knott End Coastguard teams joined forces for a night-time search exercise to practise finding missing people across challenging marshland.

'Unique and challenging' - Why Coastguard was out on marshes Over Wyre

Blackpool South MP Chris Webb has declared the resort as the “clear winner” in the race for UK City of Culture 2029, urging the government to formally recognise the town’s cultural heritage, creative talent and community spirit with the title.

Let's show a different side to Blackpool, we should be City of Culture

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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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