- I’m hairdresser to the stars and I’m supporting Blackpool beauty therapistsby Ciara Fearn on May 11, 2026 at 6:45 pm
Celebrity hairdresser Andrew Barton has spoken of his passion for helping young people build careers in hairdressing as he arrived in Blackpool for the national finals of the Association of Hairdressers and Therapists competitions.
- We need a democratic contest involving the most talented leaders from across our movementby Ciara Fearn on May 11, 2026 at 6:20 pm
‘We need a democratic contest involving the most talented leaders from across our movement’
- This clever add-on turns your existing desk into a standing workstation (aff)by Gareth Butterfield on May 11, 2026 at 6:14 pm
The gas-assisted Fellowes Corviso workstation lets users switch between sitting and standing in seconds
- This BBQ grill and fire pit is a garden essential for summer evenings and World Cup parties (aff)by Natalie Dixon on May 11, 2026 at 5:49 pm
A compact charcoal grill and fire pit combo that feels perfect for summer.
- Irvine Welsh’s Trainspotting The Musical coming to Blackpool’s Winter Gardens in major UK tourby Jack Marshall on May 11, 2026 at 5:34 pm
‘I can’t wait…’
- MP visits Ansdell Primary School to champion smartphone free childhoodby Ciara Fearn on May 11, 2026 at 5:11 pm
Fylde MP Andrew Snowden visited Ansdell Primary School to support the growing Smartphone Free Childhood campaign.
- Blackpool FC legend backs campaign to kick mental health stigmaby Ciara Fearn on May 11, 2026 at 4:53 pm
Former Blackpool defender Clarke Carlisle has backed a new NHS campaign challenging the stigma surrounding mental health, urging people to seek support and “take action to be well”.
- Blackpool woman, 25, sadly found unresponsive in hotel room by boyfriend died due to drugs, inquest hearsby Tony Durkin on May 11, 2026 at 4:44 pm
No evidence that much-loved young woman had intended to do herself any harm
- Polish community event at St John Vianney Centre, Blackpool brought different generations togetherby Anna Paprzycka on May 11, 2026 at 4:26 pm
Guests included descendants of Polish RAF pilots and soldiers who remained in Britain after the Second World War, younger generations of Polish families living in Lancashire, as well as local residents and lovers of Polish cuisine and culture.
- Man charged with attempted murder after knife incident in Palatine Road, Blackpoolby Jack Marshall on May 11, 2026 at 4:08 pm
Police were called to Palatine Road shortly after 12.30am on May 5 and found a man in his 30s with a number of injuries to the arm.
- Fylde Council takes action during Noise Action Week as residents’ most annoying sound revealedby Tony Durkin on May 11, 2026 at 4:08 pm
Campaign aims to help residents take back the peace in their homes and communities
- Historic Grade II listed building on Kirkham high street to become new sports bar named 1860by Tony Durkin on May 11, 2026 at 3:42 pm
“We are pleased that this restoration project has preserved the building’s historic character”
- ‘Difficult decision’ – Around 50 jobs at risk at Victrex in Thornton after £44m loss announcementby Vanessa Sims on May 11, 2026 at 3:27 pm
Thornton-based manufacturer Victrex, which employs 1,100 employees globally, now plans to reduce its workforce in the third quarter of 2026.
- All the finishing times for female runners at Blackpool’s Beaverbrooks 10kby Jack Marshall on May 11, 2026 at 3:26 pm
Well done to everyone who took part!
- Sakan wins learning excellence awards in Londonby George Jones on May 11, 2026 at 3:19 pm
Global recognition for advancing community awareness and sustainable housing impact.
- All the finishing times for male runners at Blackpool’s Beaverbrooks 10kby Jack Marshall on May 11, 2026 at 3:14 pm
Well done to everyone who took part!
- Tough times for ex-Blackpool winger continues after Bolton Wanderers snubby Amos Wynn on May 11, 2026 at 3:00 pm
Rob Apter departed Blackpool for Charlton Athletic last summer.
- 25 incredible memories of Blackpool in 1989 – you may recognise people and placesby Claire Lark on May 11, 2026 at 3:00 pm
It was the year when Corrie’s Alan Bradley was famously killed by a tram.
- ‘I literally started mixing straight away’ Blackpool DJ icon Jason Fubar takes us right back to his early daysby Claire Lark on May 11, 2026 at 3:00 pm
Blackpool’s legendary DJ Jason Fubar is celebrating 35 years behind the decks in the resort where he has kept the music spinning and the dancefloors alive. He’s still going strong with regular party days and nights, many with a nostalgic nod to the glory days of the 1990s at his Clifton Street bar The Retro Lounge. In the first of a series of chats, we caught up with him to talk about where it all began…
- I tour one of Blackpool’s most impressive homes for sale, a luxury detached property with stunning gardensby Ciara Fearn on May 11, 2026 at 3:00 pm
This striking detached home on St Annes Road combines luxury, flexibility and privacy, featuring expansive living spaces.