Local News
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Blackpool set to commemorate D-Day anniversary
The 80th anniversary of D-Day will be commemorated in Blackpool on Thursday 6 June 2024.
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High profile national role for Trinity Hospice Palliative Care Consultant
A Trinity Hospice consultant has been named as the first ever National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Research Delivery Network National Lead for Palliative Care.
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Licensing hearing for proposed new bar
Proposals for a new bar in South Shore are set to go before a town hall licensing panel for approval after neighbours lodged objections to the application to sell alcohol.
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Council receives £500k of greening up money
Blackpool has been awarded £500,000 of government cash to spend on new trees, plants and seating in the town centre.
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Magnificent Ballroom Chandeliers Illuminate Empress Ballroom Once Again
The Winter Gardens’ iconic Empress Ballroom has reached a significant milestone as the final two chandeliers have been winched back into place, ready to light up this year’s spectacular Dance Festival.
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350 houses approved on edge of Blackpool
Plans to build 350 new houses on the edge of Blackpool have been approved by councillors despite concerns over flooding and that a diverted road could become a ‘rat run’.
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New mayor’s honour at representing seaside resort
Blackpool’s new mayor has spoken of his honour at becoming first citizen of the country’s number one seaside resort.
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Celebrating Blackpool’s Shining Community Stars
The stars were shining brightly at Blackpool Coastal Housing’s Community Awards ceremony held to recognise the achievements and contributions customers and community members have made throughout the past year.
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Deaf patient says he was handcuffed after sign language dispute
A deaf hotelier from Blackpool is calling on hospitals to ensure they can provide sign language interpreters after he says a delay in finding one caused him distress when he collapsed on holiday.
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First steps towards £90m housing regeneration
The first phase of a 20-year vision to transform housing in Blackpool’s inner areas is set to see massive regeneration of deprived neighbourhoods behind the resort’s famous Golden Mile.
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Tower to glow pink to mark Foster Care Fortnight
Blackpool Tower is set to turn pink in recognition of the hard work of foster carers in transforming children’s lives.
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Council to consider plans for next steps towards major housing regeneration in central Blackpool.
Blackpool Council’s executive is to consider a report asking for approval to enter into a grant funding agreement with Homes England.
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Charities To Benefit From TK MAXX Presents Lytham Festival 2024
Five charities from across the North-West have been selected to be official partners of Lancashire’s largest live music event.
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Contractor sought for new electric bus fleet
The first steps towards bringing all-electric buses to Blackpool are being taken after the council revealed it is seeking a contractor to transform the town’s main bus depot.
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Plans for 350 houses set for go ahead
Proposals to build 350 new houses on the edge of Blackpool look set to get the go-ahead provided the developer stumps up cash for extra local services.
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New MP Chris Webb sworn in to Parliament
Blackpool’s new MP Chris Webb has formally taken up his place at Westminster following his election last week.
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St Annes Salon Named Finalist for Salon of the Year
The prestigious HJ's British Hairdressing Business Awards 2024 In London
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Caledonian Leisure acquires Tartan Travel as part of wider partnership with Blackpool Promotions
7th May 2024 – Coach holiday and short break specialist, Caledonian Leisure has completed the acquisition of Tartan Travel as part of a wider mutual partnership with hotel and tour operator Blackpool Promotions.
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Patients still facing 12 hour waits in A&E
More than three-quarters of patients are being seen within four hours of arriving at A&E in Blackpool but the number spending more than 12 hours in the emergency department remains high, according to the latest hospital data.
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New hospital chief takes over
Blackpool’s new hospital boss says she is looking forward to tackling the challenges ahead following her first few weeks in the role.
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Charity golf day daises £25,000
The annual St George’s Charity Golf Day has scored an impressive £25,000 for local charities and saw one golfer claim the Hole in One prize.
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Legal proceedings launched against Blackpool FC owner
Blackpool Football Club owner Simon Sadler has appeared in court in Hong Kong to face allegations of insider trading.
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Plans submitted for 23 homes
Plans have been lodged with Blackpool Council which could see 23 new homes built in South Shore.
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Updated plans lodged for new food hub
Updated plans for a new food destination in South Shore have been submitted to Blackpool Council.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Preview: Blackpool vs Fleetwood
The League One Fylde Coast Derby approaches tomorrow.
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Preview: Fleetwood vs Cheltenham
Some may call this the relegation showdown of the 2022/23 League One season!
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How Blackpool can benefit from £121m of transport funding
Recently the government announced that Blackpool would gain an extra £121,000,000 in transport funding.
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Preview: Fleetwood Town vs Charlton Athletic
The Cod Army face the Addicks at Highbury Stadium this afternoon
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Fleetwood Town vs Wigan Athletic: Preview
The Cod Army take on 13th place Wigan Athletic tomorrow afternoon at Highbury Stadium.
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Fleetwood Town vs Barnsley: Preview
Fleetwood Town take on the Tykes at Highbury Stadium on Saturday at 3pm.
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Shania Twain final headliner for Lytham Festival
The 'Feel Like A Woman' singer will be accompanied by Rag'n'Bone Man on the Thursday Night.
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Lincoln City vs Fleetwood Town: Preview
The Cod Army take on the Imps away in Lincoln at 3pm this afternoon.
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Transfer News: Fleetwood Town
Fleetwood Town FC have confirmed their new signing of Owen Devonport.
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Transfer News: Fleetwood Town
Fleetwood Town FC has confirmed that defender, Drew Baker, has left their club on a permanent transfer.
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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.
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2023 in News Stories
Take a look at some of this year's biggest news stories dominating the Fylde Coast.
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Preview: Portsmouth vs Fleetwood Town
Portsmouth host to the Cod Army at Fratton Park this Saturday, being Fleetwood’s last fixture before Christmas Day.
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Blackpool beat Forest Green Rovers
The Seasiders now progress on to the third round of the FA cup, following a convincing victory.
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Preview: Fleetwood Town vs Peterborough
Fleetwood host at the Highbury Stadium on Saturday, playing at home versus Peterborough.
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How ‘Mental health football’ is helping people in Blackpool
Blackpool Football Therapy host weekly football sessions at Stanley Park to help improve the mental health of people across Blackpool, Wyre & Fylde.
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Blackpool continue cup as Fleetwood crash out
Blackpool came from behind to win at home, while Fleetwood suffered a hefty defeat.
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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.
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Greg Burns joins Coastal Drive
Greg Burns takes on 'Going Home' next month, while Hayley Tamaddon and Daniel Whiston take some time out to focus on other projects.
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Former Fleetwood Town player dies
Ron Bellwood the oldest known surviving former player of Fleetwood Town Football Club has died aged 92.
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Boxing Day fire on Church Street reduces building to rubble.
A commercial property on Church Street in Blackpool was engulfed in flames on Boxing Day as firefighters tackled to put out the flames.
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