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Tributes have been paid to much-loved JJ Taylor, 32, who was the complex care manager at Grange Pharmacy on Grange Park after his sudden death

We're overwhelmed by the love which has been shown for my brother

Armed police stormed an address in Central Drive yesterday

Police hunt suspect after armed officers storm Central Drive address

Ofsted inspectors have criticised Blackpool Skills Academy for failing to carry out a robust safeguarding checks on new staff.

Ofsted criticise academy for failing to run robust checks on new staff

Stanley Park centenary celebrations

22 drone pics of Blackpool's epic Stanley Park centenary celebrations

PLAY Expo Blackpool at Norbreck Castle Exhibition Centre

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

Blackpool Pleasure Beach Resort's Journey to Hell is a Hallowe'en scare event to try if you dare!

12 spooky and scary places to visit across Lancashire this Hallowe'en

Fylde councillor Tommy Threlfall with Fylde MP Andrew Snowden

'We'll fight against cabling plan's destruction of our countryside'

The Coffee Pot, Birley Street

11 of the best coffee shops according to you on National Coffee Day

Blackpool heritage trams in San Francisco

'The heritage trams are a part of Blackpool I really miss'

Stanley Park 100th birthday celebrations

49 incredible photos of Stanley Park's 100th birthday celebrations

23 of the most transformative Fylde coast projects to be proud of amid major investment

23 most transformative projects to be proud of amid major investment

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

19 epic pictures from Blackpool's Stanley Park centenary drone show

Wyre Roadworks week commencing October 5

10 major roadworks planned to start this week

Blackpool FC

Fraser Horsfall played 30 games for Blackpool last season

Blackpool boss hasn’t been able to consistently field his best XI

Blackpool FC Community Trust is looking for an official transport partner to help fund the purchase of two new minibuses

Blackpool FC Community Trust: Seeking an official transport partner

Blackpool head coach Ian Evatt

Blackpool boss is backed to get the Seasiders’ season back on track

Blackpool lost at home and away to Manchester City in the 2010/11 season

Blackpool legend unsure what form a Manchester City penalty would take

Blackpool FC Ladies have had a fine start to the season

Blackpool FC Community Trust: Ladies’ impressive start to their season

Blackpool FC Community Trust are based at Bloomfield Road

Blackpool FC Community Trust is on the lookout for new Trustees

A fundraiser is taking place to finance a new project at the Blackpool section of the Fylde Memorial Arboretum

BFCCT and Blackpool fans join up for Fylde Memorial Arboretum project

Blackpool's Karoy Anderson is on international duty with Jamaica

Half-time update with Blackpool trio away on international duty

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Blackpool FC have held their 'Tangerine Teammates' draw for this season

Blackpool players discover their 'Tangerine Teammates' for this season

The show is taking place this Wednesday.

Blackpool FC legends Allardyce & Grayson to reunite for special show

Blackpool’s home game with Leicester City has been rescheduled

Blackpool’s new date for Leicester clash as keeper heads out on loan

Crime

Lancashire's PCC Clive Grunshaw from Fleetwood visits recycling centre last year, where seized the county's confiscated e-bikes and e-scooters are crushed.

We must stop reselling seized e-bikes & e-scooters to keep people safe

JJ Shingleton, 17, has lost his right eye following the horrific attack

Huge update on fundraiser for 17-year-old who lost eye in glass attack

Incident involving a bin wagon and several cars in Anchorsholme

Blackpool man, 44, arrested after bin wagon crashes in cars and house

Two men have been taken to hospital and arrested after a reported stabbing on Central Drive in Blackpool, close to Revoe Park.

Two men hospitalised and arrested after stabbing on Central Drive

Luke Smith, a violent and controlling bully, has been given a 22-year sentence after abusing and raping a woman.

Violent rapist bully tracked victim and told her when she could sleep

Detectives appeal for help to identify three men they want to speak to about an aggravated burglary in Foxhall Road, Blackpool which left a man with broken jaw

Detectives appeal for help to trace 3 men after aggravated burglary

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The winter vaccination programme has been launched in Lancashire

How to get free flu and Covid vaccines across the Fylde coast amid NHS warning

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

Remember Cobweb Records? This was in 1974 when the finishing touches were being made to the new centre

21 amazing shopping centre photos from the 70s to 00s

Owner Jason Fubar outside the venue's entrance.

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Retro

The Empire Theatre, Blackpool, Lancashire, 1895-1910. The Empire was built in 1895. Here, it advertises an appearance by the actor and music hall artiste, Cissy (Cecilia) Loftus. It was later converted into an ABC cinema. (Photo by English Heritage/Heritage Images/Getty Images)

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Fleetwood Civic Sunday parade past the Town Hall, 1952

25 historical photos of our coastal fishing town in days gone by

Anne Marie Smith was a Young Seasiders entrants at St Georges High School, Blackpool

Amazing pictures round-up all the memories of high school in the 1990s

Blackpool Victoria Hospital in bygone time

Historic pictures of our incredible hospital as it marks 90 years

The Big Dipper

30 years of the Pleasure Beach wrapped up in amazing scenes

Lifestyle

Olay eye gel drops are currently reduced to £10 on Amazon.

Olay eye gel drops drop from £25 to £10 in Amazon deal

The best pubs for a weekend pint in Blackpool

19 brilliant bars for a weekend beer... according to you

YuMove's special offers make it more affordable to support your furry friend

Pet joint support: 50% off your first two subscription months

Sainsbury's Taste the Difference range is currently 25% off for Nectar customers, with several freezer-friendly options that could help shoppers get ahead on Christmas food, including this Mini Pies & Vol Au Vent Sharing Selection.

Sainsbury’s Christmas food hack saves shoppers 25%

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A child’s first smartphone brings new independence, alongside important conversations about staying safe online

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I’ve just discovered Yoto Club and I think my eight-year-old is going to love what’s included

Yoto Club could be the next thing my son loves about his Yoto Player

Households could be paying up to £452 extra a year by letting an expired broadband deal roll on

The overlooked broadband date that could be costing you £452

The Kindle Paperwhite is getting a slimmer, lighter makeover as Amazon unveils its new generation of e-readers. Current Kindles are also on sale.

Amazon unveil new Kindles, but these existing models are now on sale

Sport

Fylde RFC were unable to back up their victory against Sheffield Tigers as they were beaten at Darlington Mowden Park

Fylde RFC’s inconsistent start brings defeat at Darlington Mowden Park
Fylde RFC now have two wins and three defeats from their first five matches in National Two North.
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AFC Fylde suffered defeat at Roots Hall (photo: Steve McLellan)

Southend United 3 AFC Fylde 1: Coasters fail to recover from worst possible star...

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

AFC Fylde lost to Carlisle United on Tuesday evening

Disappointment at defeat highlights AFC Fylde’s start to the season

A young Fylde RFC team defeated Sheffield Tigers last weekend

Fylde RFC boss pleased with youngsters’ improvement during weekend win

Traffic and Travel

Wyre Council leader Michael Vincent is still concerned about the long-term future of the Fleetwood to Knott End ferry service

'Don't play politics' with the Fleetwood to Knott End ferry', Wyre leader warns

Blackpool heritage trams in San Francisco

I had to go 6,000 miles to ride a Blackpool heritage tram on the coast

Major news as future of beloved Fleetwood to Knott End ferry revealed by Wyre and Lancashire County Councils

Extra cash pledge at 'short notice' to support ferry service return

What's On

10 wonderful reasons to visit Blackpool Grand Theatre this October including Lee Mead and Rufus Hound

10 wonderful reasons to visit Blackpool Grand Theatre this October

Richard Armitage plays maverick forensic pathologist Ethan Winter in the new ITV drama Winter, which began this week (Picture: Eagle Eye Drama/ITV/ITVx)

Winter verges on parody but remains weirdly watchable

To mark the 25th anniversary of his hit TV show, Dom Jolly is bringing Trigger Happy TV – Live! 25th-anniversary tour to Lowther Pavillion in Lytham on Tuesday, October 6

Comedian Dom Jolly heading to Fylde coast with Trigger Happy TV tour

Blackpool’s Stanley Park is celebrating its 100th birthday today.

Happy Birthday! Stanley Park celebrates 100 years of memories

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Donkeys like Lagdaf haul 400 litres of water to provide water for their community

Video of a working donkey shows demanding work and daily challenges

Eight in 10 Brits feel they learnt more lessons in the 'university of life'

Brits believe lessons learnt outside the classroom are more important

Just over half of Brits feel confident planning for retirement

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

Nearly half of homeowners have incurred late payment fees

Disorganised households estimate they pay an extra £801 on bills

You can check your tyre depth by using the border of a 20p coin

A simple hack can save drivers from a £2,500 fine and a driving ban

Homes and Gardens

Update on major 7-storey, £3.4m luxury apartment block on Prom
The North Shore plot formerly housed the Ambassador Hotel, which was demolished in 2020.
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Wasdale Road (Credit: Purple Bricks)

I love this bungalow with massive garden and stylish interior design

Silverdale (Credit: Purplebricks)

Tranquil 2-bed cul-de-sac bungalow with spacious garden on the market

Simba Sleep has launched a payday promotion with savings of up to 30% across selected mattresses, pillows, bedding and beds.

Simba mattresses slashed by up to 30%

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Willis will present Strictly alongside Johannes Radebe and Josh Widdecombe (Guy Levy/BBC)

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People

More than 40 people are currently taking part in a 26-mile walk from Lancaster Castle to Blackpool Tower in memory of Blackpool dad and Army veteran Kieron Halsall, who died suddenly aged 34.

Epic 26-mile walk for Blackpool dad and Army vet after tragic death
“His passing really shook everyone. Just the suddenness...”
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Ofsted praise Blackpool's Norman House Independent School with fees of up to £80,000 a year

Ofsted praises independent school with fees of up to £80,000 a year

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

Major Fylde Council update on St Annes town centre works as expert restoration of mosaics completed

Major town centre works completed as council issues update

Author Heather Morris. The Piano Teacher of Montparnasse is published by Firefinch, 22 October

Author of Tattooist of Auschwitz to launch new novel on Fylde Coast

Some of the artist you would love to see in Blackpool in 2027

Stars wish list for 2027 - who would you like to see on stage?

527 properties are without power in Cleveleys

Breaking Major update as 527 properties without electricity after power cut

Royal visit for Fylde coast school as Princess Anne inspects Combined Cadet Force

Royal visit for Fylde coast school for Combined Cadet Force inspection

Doug Smith and his “Santa Comes To Town” parades hand a cheque for over £30,000 to Brian House Children’s Hospice and Trinity House Hospice. This year they are looking for sponsors to help build their float

Can you help build a float for Santa Comes to Town?

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