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A customer arrives to re-fuel his car at a petrol station as fuel prices dip slightly in NI (photo by Bryn Colton/Getty Images)

Latest updated fuel prices at all 30 Fylde coast petrol stations

Daryl in Blackpool lit the Blackpool Tower pink for Breast Cancer Awareness this Feel Yourself Friday.

Blackpool Tower turns pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

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

Blackpool Booths, 1930

Supermarket founded in Blackpool marks 179 years serving community

The Government recommends households gradually build an emergency kit with practical essentials such as a torch, first aid kit, emergency radio and portable power bank.

Explainer What you need in a Government 3-day emergency kit

More than half a million UK workers suffered a musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) linked to their job last year

Ad Feature Jobs with highest ergonomic risk

Brian Connelly with his daughter Evlyn and wife Ellie. Brian, a plastering supervisor with Blackpool-based building company Evolution, was devastated when a friend and work colleague took his own life earlier this year. He is taking part in a 60km walking challenge as part of fundraising for Movember in support of men’s mental health.

'I'd no inkling' - Plasterer to honour life of friend lost to suicide

Blackpool's Stanley Park celebrates turning 100 in style with a grand drone show

Blackpool the place the UK comes to play - City of Culture bid detail

Much loved 90s soul group Lighthouse Family are bringing their new tour to Blackpool.

Popular 90s band Lighthouse Family bringing new tour to Blackpool

Search ’n Stuff brought more than 350 digital marketers together across two conferences

Ad Feature Search ’n Stuff wraps up a landmark year

Here's when the clocks will go back and why we gain an hour in Autumn

Hidayet, affectionately known as Mr Hiddy to his colleagues and hotel guests, has been working at Norbreck Castle Hotel since 1993

'It feels like a second home' - Hotel worker marks 30+ years service

More than half of people would do something frivolous if they won a major jackpot

Brits would buy next door to choose neighbours after lottery win

FIAT launches colour-matching service

Blackpool teachers are cracking down on bad behaviour as resort officially excludes the most kids in the UK

Teachers crackdown on bad behaviour as resort excludes most kids in UK

Blackpool is currently waiting with bated breath to find out it the resort has made the shortlist for the prestigious City of Culture 2029 award.

Blackpool waiting with bated breath for City of Culture 2029 shortlist
The decision on the shortlist is expected imminently.
Jack Marshall

Blackpool is set for a wet and unsettled week, with persistent rain forecast and the potential for strong winds as forecasters warn the UK could see its first named storm of the autumn later this week.

Week's weather as 1st named storm looms - when to expect rain and wind

Blackpool Airport

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

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

The legendary de Havilland Mosquito, nicknamed the 'Wooden Wonder', is the subject of a £229.99 limited-edition Corgi model supporting a project to return a British-built example to the skies.

Corgi unveils £230 limited-edition WWII Mosquito model

A new lasagna, and other favourites are on the menu at Blackpool's Joseph Holt pubs

New menu at 3 pubs brings a northern twist to Italian classic

The former Abingdon Street Post Office building

Breaking Landmark Blackpool buildings awarded share of major new £1.5bn fund

Photos included in the planning documents outline what the lodges could look like.

Fylde coast leisure park reveals £850k plans for 10 new holiday lodges

Funny Girls Blackpool issues update after disgraced associate and councillor Jason Zadrozny convicted of fraud

Breaking Funny Girls issues update after disgraced associate convicted of fraud

The BBC prison sitcom Porridge will return to the stage with a new adaptation. The 70s TV comedy, by Dick Clement and Ian La Frenais, follows the life of Norman Stanley Fletcher as he serves a five-year term for burglary and navigates life inside HM Prison Slade alongside his cellmate, Leonard "Lennie" Godber, and prison officer, Mr MacKay.

Stage show of popular prison sitcom Porridge returning to Fylde coast

Engineered board can offers numerous benefits over solid timber

Ad Feature Why more UK manufacturers are choosing FSC-Certified board

A Se Anar in South Shore has been awarded two prestigious awards.

Blackpool restaurant named in top 33 restaurants by Good Food Guide
“To every single person who has supported us, left us a review, recommended us to a friend, returned to see us, or simply believed in what we are doing, thank you, from the bottom of my heart.”
Will Atherton

The M55 eastbound carriageway at Junction 4 will be closed every night from today until Wednesday 21 October, between 9pm and 6am.

M55 Junction set for closure - everything you need to know

Professor Noel Fitzpatrick — best known to millions as The Supervet — is swapping the operating theatre for the rock ’n’ roll stage for a very special live show at Lowther Pavilion in Lytham

The Supervet to bring unique new show to the Fylde coast

A Wrea Green training company is celebrating 20 years in business, delivering around 2,000 training sessions annually to care teams and workplaces across the UK.

We're celebrating 20 years in business and 2,000 training sessions

People across the North West are being encouraged to seek free, confidential mental health support through NHS Talking Therapies services this World Mental Health Day on October 10.

World Mental Health Day: Fylde coast residents urged to seek support

Acts such as East 17, 911, and Liberty X are going to be on stage at Parkdean Resorts

Parkdean celebrity weekends from £164 with big-name 90s and 00s stars

Ultimate Hollywood insider Sandro Monetti is the man the stars talk to, and he was born and bred in Blackpool. Photo: Lucinda Herbert

I know Hollywood’s biggest stars, but I still call Blackpool home

Swissport executive team brought their face to face meeting to Blackpool. Pictured is Blackpool Pride of Place Director Andy Charles (left) and Swissport CEO Warwick Brady (right)

We're worth £3.3bn serving fliers at 312 airports - we love Blackpool

Duran Duran are touring the UK in October and are still wowing fans

Last-minute Duran Duran tickets available from £76

Major update from Police after horrors M55 crash

M55 named among UK's most challenging motorways in new study

Blackpool Victoria Hospital has responded to new analysis showing it recorded the highest proportion of patients spending more than 12 hours in A&E among major emergency departments in England.

Blackpool Victoria Hospital response to record 12-hour A&E waits

Shed Stories is coming to Poulton

Men's Sheds theatrically brought to life through powerful show

Ann Watson MBE is the CEO of Enginuity

Ad Feature SMEs are facing 'stagflation', survey warns

PLAY Expo Blackpool at Norbreck Castle Exhibition Centre

20 fun-filled images of PLAY Expo Blackpool at Norbreck Castle

The Stylistics, one of the most successful and enduring groups in soul music, will perform at Blackpool Grand Theatre on November 13

Philadelphia soul pioneers to perform in Blackpool - dates and tickets

Blackpool's Village Hotel launches search to find the next Luke Littler ahead of the PDC World Championships

Hotel in search for next Luke Littler ahead of World Championships

Readers have their say over suggestions the UK should rejoin the EU

We shouldn't re-join the EU - look at the cost of living in Ireland!

Iconic Fylde coast landmark Lytham Windmill lit purple for Cauda Equina Awareness Day

Here's why this iconic Fylde coast landmark was lit up in purple

Pure Gym is heading to the Fylde Coast

PureGym eyes Fylde Coast opening for 'state-of-the-art' 24/7 facility

What readers would do for Blackpool if they were Prime Minister for a day ...

If I was Prime Minister, I'd remove tax on beer to help cost of living

Dame Esther Rantzen manning the phone at The Silver Line

Blackpool helpline pays tribute to founder Dame Esther Rantzen

Just over half of Brits feel confident planning for retirement

Brits feel more confident with money than they were two years ago

Picture: Adobe Stock

Impact of local media such can be measured more clearly

Prices at all 30 Fylde coast petrol stations as cost of diesel hits all-time high

Revealed: Prices at all 30 Fylde coast petrol stations

Singing troupe G4, former stars of 'The X Factor'

X-Factor's G4 reveal Blackpool gig at Tower Ballroom - dates & tickets

Blackpool Airport has highlighted its refuelling facilities for aircraft travelling across the globe, offering fuel services seven days a week for visiting aircraft and longer-distance operations. (Inset pic credit: Andy Bell)

Blackpool Airport advertises facilities for international flights

Lancaster University issues response to losing North West top spot in The Sunday Times Good University Guide

University issues statement after losing top spot in NW uni rankings

Travel eSIMs can help holidaymakers stay connected for maps, messaging and trip planning, even when exploring more remote destinations.

The phone feature travellers should check before their next holiday

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Here's why children are seeing NHS dentists more than anywhere else

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