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The Valiants Farm site in Out Rawcliffe

Valiants Farm given go ahead for public events despite police objections

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13 businesses in and around Blackpool given new food hygiene ratings

Pictures from the Aladdin Panto at Blackpool Grand. The show runs until 01 January 2024.

I loved all of the magic, fun and naughty laughs at the Aladdin panto

Charlotte Dawson took to her Instagram story to open up about her current struggles. Images: @charlottedawsy on Instagram

Charlotte Dawson opens up about struggles as she asks for help

Chantelle Sykes , Sophie James , Nicola Finneron , Lucy Holliday and Cerise Fleming, 2005

39 pictures of festive revellers in Blackpool in the 90s and 00s

Here are all the planning applications fully submitted between Nov 27-Dec 3

Latest planning applications from Poulton-le-Fylde, Garstang and St Michael's

Peter Swann, wanted for breaching his sex offenders’ notification requirements, has links Blackpool, Preston and the Fylde

Wanted sex offender, who also has links to Preston, could be in Blackpool

72 Condor Grove - the annual Christmas lights display is back!

I visited the dazzling Christmas light display on Condor Grove

SimBar opens in Poulton this week.

Poulton to get new golf simulation bar which opens this week

Main image: Danny Hatchard is in the centre. Left inset: Bill Ward. Right inset: Jake Quickenden.

An interview with the stars of The Full Monty ahead of their Blackpool shows

A cannabis farm worth approximately £250,000 was discovered during a drugs raid in Poulton (Credit: Lancashire Police)

Man charged after substantial cannabis farm worth £250,000 discovered

BAE Systems is set to hire more than 1,500 new apprentices and graduates in the North West of England (Credit: Google)

BAE Systems to creates than 500 jobs in Lancashire for apprentices and graduates

Planning applications submitted between Nov 27- Dec 3

Blackpool planning applications from last week: inc new hotel, houses & bar

News

WATCH: Digital reporter Gayle Rouncivell with today's top north west news headlines and weather

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Retro

Another filming scene, Johnny Vegas is pictured

27 films and TV shows you might not know were filmed in Blackpool
From the Illuminations to the famous Tower, the beaches and piers, our town has drawn more than just tourists over the years.

A wave from Father Christmas as he leaves North Station in a Rolls Royce for the Co-op Lancastria Toyr Fair in 1972

19 scenes capturing magical moments at Christmas down the decades

The Commercial Hotel on the corner of Waterloo Road and Commercial Road later 20s/early 30s. The Dutton Arms replaced the hotel

33 photos from 1930-1932 including old shops, pubs, fires and cafes

A scene on Talbot Road in 1903

27 historical pictures taken at the turn of the 20th Century from 1900-1905

Desperate search underway in the immediate aftermath of the air disaster

19 sombre pictures of Freckleton Air Disaster nearly 80 years ago

Lifestyle

Duncan Raistrick, Blackpool

Spectacular pictures of detached house in Division Lane with a 180ft long garden

TJB Private Travel says get ready to explore the world in 2024.

The top "To Go" destinations In 2024

Treat yourself to some festive fayre.

Review: Brewers Fayre and Beefeater serving up great Christmas dishes

Gary Hemming CEO of ABC Finance

Beating the slowing property market with savvy renovations

Blackpool FC

Blackpool have issued a statement (Photographer Kevin Barnes/CameraSport)

Seasiders issue statement sharing 'bitter disappointment' following FA decision
Blackpool have expressed their “bitter disappointment” following the announced solution to their postponed FA Cup second round tie.

Further details for Blackpool's FA Cup second round tie have been announced

Resolution mapped out following postponed FA Cup tie against Forest Green

Blackpool's FA Cup second round tie was postponed (Photographer Alex Dodd/CameraSport)

Seasiders still awaiting confirmation of when FA Cup tie will take place

Bloomfield Road have a sold-out away end on Saturday. Carlisle United are their next opponents. (Photographer Lee Parker / CameraSport)

Blackpool braced for bumper crowd as Carlisle sell out away allocation

Blackpool's Jordan Rhodes is a defender's nightmare. The on-loan Huddersfield Town forward scores goals as well as being creative. (Photographer Andrew Kearns/CameraSport)

The 20 most creative players in League One including two Blackpool men

More Blackpool FC

Blackpool came from behind to beat Barnsley (Photographer Dave Howarth / CameraSport)

Critchley pinpoints key strength that gives him confidence in his squad

Seasiders supporters braved the cold for the game against Barnsley.

GALLERY: 21 photos of fans braving the cold the EFL Trophy tie against Barnsley

Tashan Oakley-Boothe (Photographer Lee Parker / CameraSport)

Critchley explains the reason behind second half substitution against Barnsley

Sport

Jake Beesley celebrates Blackpool's second goal

Three talking points from the Seasiders' EFL Trophy victory over Barnsley
Blackpool came from behind to claim a 2-1 victory over Barnsley in the EFL Trophy.

Jake Beesley scored the winner in Blackpool's victory over Barnsley (Photographer Dave Howarth / CameraSport)

Critchley shares pride following comeback against Barnsley in the EFL Trophy

We've taken a look at how Blackpool performed in their EFL Trophy tie against Barnsley.

PLAYER RATINGS: Key man claims 8/10 in EFL Trophy victory over Barnsley

Blackpool came from behind to beat Barnsley

REPORT: Blackpool 2-1 Barnsley

Blackpool have named their team to take on Barnsley

TEAM NEWS: Seasiders make eight changes from previous outing

Traffic and Travel

A drink-driver has been charged after a car crashed into a hedge near Preston (Credit: Lancs Road Police)

Woman caught three times over drink-drive limit after BMW crashes into hedge

Construction work on the A585 Windy Harbour to Skippool bypass. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard

New A585 Windy Harbour to Skippool bypass to open this month

Drivers in and around Lancashire will have nine National Highways road closures to watch out for this week

Drivers face delays of up to 30 minutes on M55, M6, M61 and A585

Crime

Joshua Hughes died in hospital after being punched outside a Lancaster nightclub.

Bouncer found not guilty of killing man he punched outside nightclub

Operation Night Guardian in Poulton proved a success.

How police have been protecting revellers in Poulton

Five offenders still wanted, from top left clockwise: Richard Berresford, Michaela Glover, Damon Chadwick, Katie Ainsworth and Danyal Hussain.

Five of Lancashire’s most wanted offenders still at large

The scene of a major fire in Lancaster on Sunday on the Lune Industrial Estate. Picture by Gary Watts.

Dramatic drone pictures show smoke pouring from building during major fire

Lancashire Police have arrested Joshua Gill on suspicion of robbery

Op. Calibre: One of Lancs' most wanted arrested in police robbery crack down

Officers want to speak to this man after two homeless men were attacked in Blackpool (Credit: Lancashire Police)

CCTV image of suspect released as police investigate attacks on homeless men

What's On

The Wonderful World of Water: From Dams to Deserts by Sarah Garré, Marijke Huysmans and Wendy Panders

Water wonders, rewilding cities and a thrill ride: children’s book reviews

The Ballroom Girls: Christmas Dreams by Jenny Holmes

Three super sagas for winter nights: book reviews

Sisters of the Sky by Lana Kortchik

Sisters of the Sky by Lana Kortchik: book review

The Nutcracker: And the Mouse King’s Christmas Shenanigans by Alex T Smith

Mischief and mayhem make magical Christmas reading: children’s book reviews

Puzzles

Quick CrosswordTo test and hone your word skills

SudokuThe ultimate logic-based numbers game

WordwheelPit yourself against the clock with our simple anagram game

UK Trending

Jools Holland will return to BBC Two for his Annual Hootenanny 2023.

How to watch Jools Holland’s Annual Hootenanny 2023 and full line-up

Fancy watching something a little different this Christmas? Look no further.

Christmas Day 2023 - Alternative watch guide

Many consumers don't use retailers who charge to return items

These to 'new' Christmas traditions are slowly pushing old ones out

British Gas electricity customers can claim half price electricity on Christmas Day.

British Gas offers half price electricity on Christmas Day

Retailer calls on psychic to aid customers find the perfect gifts

Homes and Gardens

Tiger Sales & Lettings, Blackpool

Sensational semi-detached house for sale with a summer house and bar
This semi-detached house has been uniquely designed over the years to create an outstanding family home.

By using your garden as a resource you can create some simple, yet beautiful decorative displays for the Christmas festivities

Tips on how you can have a green Christmas by using plants from the garden

Advice for homeowners on immediate actions to take if pipes burst. Image by CJ from Pixabay

Plumbing expert advises on immediate actions for burst pipes as freezing tempera...

More than 1,000 empty homes in Blackpool, as numbers rise in England

Empty homes scandal in Blackpool as families without homes on the rise

Hoole House and Lodge House, Lodge Lane, Elswick, Preston PR4 3YH (Credit: Fine & Country)

Mansion with summer house, pool, spa, gym, office, and 11-acre garden for sale

People

The Mount Hotel after the fire

Residents raise concerns over future of Fleetwood's Mount Hotel pub
Concerns have been raised about the future of a once popular Fleetwood pub which has been closed for months.

Michael Smith's front garden in Blackpool's North Shore.

Blackpool man transforms front garden with amazing Christmas display

Matt Roberts.

Determined teenager has grown his hair for three years to help two charities

Devan Hopkins ended up in a coma after being diagnosed with a blood infection (Credit: Tracy Hopkins / SWNS)

Man who was told he had flu by doctor ended up in coma for ten days

A troubled 15-year-old girl is having to be detained at an unnamed hospital due to a national shortage of secure accomodation. Image: Adobe

Teen needs 4 to 1 supervision in hospital as no space at secure accommodation

Shopping

L to R Anne, Coleen, Linda, Tommy, Denise and Maureen Nolan at The Cliffs Hotel. Picture: Aaron Parfitt

The Nolan Sisters talk ‘honour’ of receiving blue plaque in Blackpool

Love Zoe Print by Jen Allen

Blackpool Drag Star teams with local artist to produce ‘fabulous’ art

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