News

Over-70s face driving ban for failing eye tests
The proposed changes in England and Wales come after a coroner calls UK driving licensing system the "laxest in Europe".
Bowen: Israeli settlers intensify campaign to drive out West Bank Palestinians
In the shadow of the Gaza war, violence is rising in the occupied territories as radical settlers seize land with the backing of the government.
Five Al Jazeera journalists killed in Israeli strike in Gaza
The broadcaster condemns the "blatant attack on press freedom", while the IDF alleges one of the journalists was part of Hamas.
Record warm seas help to bring extraordinary new species to UK waters
The UK's seas have had their warmest first seven months of the year on average since records began.
Firefighters tackle large gorse blaze on Arthur's Seat
The blaze was seen spreading rapidly across the hill in Holyrood Park and police have urged people to stay away from the area.
Liverpool 2.0 launched at Wembley - and Slot has bugs to fix
Arne Slot's new-look Liverpool got their grand unveiling in the Community Shield defeat by Crystal Palace at Wembley - and the reviews are in.
Chip giants Nvidia and AMD to pay 15% of China revenue to US
One global trade expert told the BBC that the agreement is "unprecedented".
Australia to recognise Palestinian state in September
It follows similar moves by the UK, France and Canada.

AFC Fylde

New backroom staff added to support AFC Fylde boss

Chris Beech, who took over from Adam Murray in October, was given the full time management position in December.
Preview: AFC Fylde Vs Hartlepool

The Coasters take on 12th place Hartlepool at Mill Farm this Saturday, having not won a game since October.
AFC Fylde's Christmas Toy Appeal

AFC Fylde Community Trust will be welcoming donations of children's toys to Mill Farm for collection this weekend.

Fleetwood’s last preview of the season vs Burton Albion

Despite Charlie Adam’s team being officially relegated to League Two last weekend, they still have one last game to complete the season.
Preview: Leyton Orient vs Fleetwood Town

In Fleetwood’s last two games of the season, they look to pick up a full six points to escape relegation.
Preview: Fleetwood Town vs Northampton Town

A nervous end to the season as Charlie Adam’s men seek to escape the relegation zone before the end of the League One season.
Preview: Blackpool vs Fleetwood

The League One Fylde Coast Derby approaches tomorrow.
Preview: Fleetwood vs Cheltenham

Some may call this the relegation showdown of the 2022/23 League One season!

Blackpool FC reveal third kit sponsor

Proudly sponsored by The Blackpool Tower, and launched this morning at the Tower Circus, the third kit is made from Puma's DryCell technology, designed to wick moisture from the body.
Blackpool FC’s multiple-pitch training ground proposals take step forward

Ambitious multi-million pound proposals by Blackpool Football Club to build an elite training ground and academy have taken a step forward this week.
Preview: Blackpool vs Fleetwood

The League One Fylde Coast Derby approaches tomorrow.
Charlie Adam named Fleetwood Head Coach

The former Blackpool player takes over from Lee Johnson who departed the club after their 2:0 defeat to Bolton on Friday.
2023 in News Stories

Take a look at some of this year's biggest news stories dominating the Fylde Coast.

Fleetwood’s last preview of the season vs Burton Albion

Despite Charlie Adam’s team being officially relegated to League Two last weekend, they still have one last game to complete the season.
Preview: Leyton Orient vs Fleetwood Town

In Fleetwood’s last two games of the season, they look to pick up a full six points to escape relegation.
Preview: Fleetwood Town vs Northampton Town

A nervous end to the season as Charlie Adam’s men seek to escape the relegation zone before the end of the League One season.
Preview: Blackpool vs Fleetwood

The League One Fylde Coast Derby approaches tomorrow.
Preview: Fleetwood vs Cheltenham

Some may call this the relegation showdown of the 2022/23 League One season!

Nine men sentenced for disorder outside Blackpool pub following football derby

Nine men have been sentenced for their part in disorder which took place outside a pub in Blackpool following a football match.
Man jailed following collision that killed his 14-year-old son

At 12.18pm on 20th April of this year, Daniel Burba was behind the wheel of a Peugeot Bipper van when it collided with a tree just off the southbound hard shoulder of the M6 in Lancaster between junctions 34 and 33.
Convenience store given later licence despite concerns

A convenience store in Blackpool has been given the go ahead to sell alcohol until midnight, despite objections over drink-related problems in the area.
Decision made on multi-million plans to tranform iconic Art Deco pub

Work is finally able to press ahead on multi-million pound regeneration plans at one of Blackpool’s most iconic pubs
Future of local Claire’s Accessories UK shops remain uncertain

The future remains uncertain for a high street chain that was all the rage with teenagers and has two branches on the Fylde coast.
Bring back Blackpool’s heritage trams sooner, says councillor

Calls have been made to bring more of Blackpool’s much-loved heritage trams into use – and to do it sooner.