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Blackpool Gazette

How I can help you - my reflections on 10,000 cases

Chris Webb MP for Blackpool South

2 min  |

December 12, 2025
Blackpool Gazette

Blackpool Gazette

Doubts grow over whether care review can be trusted

A legal challenge could be mounted to the process being used to help decide the futures of 10 elderly care facilities across Lancashire - including in Fylde and Wyre-unless it is effectively restarted so that it can be based on more up-to-date information.

1 min  |

December 12, 2025

Blackpool Gazette

Indianapolis Colts sign Rivers out of retirement

Philip Rivers has come out of retirement to rejoin the Indianapolis Colts, five years after the 44-year-old last played in the NFL.

1 min  |

December 12, 2025

Blackpool Gazette

December Gold glory beckons for Imperial

It may seem folly going against Dan Skelton in a big race on a Saturday but Imperial Saint looks better value in the Support The Hunt Family Fund December Gold Cup at Cheltenham.

1 min  |

December 12, 2025
Blackpool Gazette

Blackpool Gazette

Pass me my sonic screwdriver – we have the Sea Devils to defeat

Sue Wilkinson on her favourite Time Lord

2 min  |

December 12, 2025
Blackpool Gazette

Blackpool Gazette

Bid to demolish houses and build flats approved

Proposals to demolish two adjoining houses that had become an eyesore and replace them with a block of flats have been given the go-ahead.

1 min  |

December 12, 2025

Blackpool Gazette

Snow is falling around us – romantic reads to warm our hearts

Passion and presents, kisses and kindness - they are the ingredients of festive romantic reads which fill the shelves during the season.

1 min  |

December 12, 2025

Blackpool Gazette

Plenty of festive fun for children throughout Christmas holidays

Blackpool FC Community

2 min  |

December 12, 2025

Blackpool Gazette

Gunners and Palace 'in race' to sign £13m man as Blues target striker

All the latest Premier League transfer rumours including updates on Arsenal, Chelsea and Crystal Palace

1 min  |

December 12, 2025
Blackpool Gazette

Blackpool Gazette

Town branching out with its Christmas tree festival

The Christmas Tree Festival is coming to St Annes tomorrow and will be a week of festive celebrations for the family.

1 min  |

December 12, 2025
Blackpool Gazette

Blackpool Gazette

Hockey year ends with derby delight for AKS hockey stars

The final hockey fixtures of the term saw AKS unbeaten in derby games against Rossall, recording some impressive victories in the process.

1 min  |

December 12, 2025

Blackpool Gazette

Underestimate Rossendale at your peril – Loney

Having a strong squad available and playing the conditions well were key to Fylde RFC's 36-12 defeat of Sheffield Tigers.

1 min  |

December 12, 2025

Blackpool Gazette

Lancashire mayor views remain mixed amid council tax warning

The government has told Lancashire that an elected mayor would give local leaders \"the tools\" they need to boost the county's economy.

2 min  |

December 12, 2025

Blackpool Gazette

Stories of hope at the heart of new Blackpool book

A Blackpool author has launched a unique new book featuring local stories of remarkable transformation.

1 min  |

December 12, 2025

Blackpool Gazette

In Brief

He said: \"I was thinking a bit about sometimes the pain you feel as a parent when you don't have your child at Christmas.

1 min  |

December 12, 2025

Blackpool Gazette

Evatt's keeper gamble didn't backfire on Pool

Ian Evatt admits it's not unusual for him to leave out a substitute goalkeeper from his matchday squad.

1 min  |

December 12, 2025
Blackpool Gazette

Blackpool Gazette

Authority told to have a plan for 'deeper' devolution

The government's response to the LCCA will be discussed at a future meeting of the authority, as part of the conclusion of a review into Lancashire's existing devolution deal and the powers and cash that come with it.

2 min  |

December 12, 2025
Blackpool Gazette

Blackpool Gazette

'Wolves' finally get the chance to play at sanctuary

Three 'wolves' whose appearance near a Wyre village sent social media into a frenzy are making good progress in an animal rescue centre.

1 min  |

December 12, 2025

Blackpool Gazette

Bid to turn resort house into HMO for five people approved

Proposals to use a property in Blackpool as an HMO for up to five persons have been granted permission.

1 min  |

December 12, 2025

Blackpool Gazette

Seasiders end barren spell in league with big win at Millers

Blackpool returned to winning ways in League One as they claimed a 3-0 victory over Rotherham United.

1 min  |

December 12, 2025

Blackpool Gazette

Gibson and Fear head GB's figure skating hopes

Lilah Fear and Lewis Gibson will head to the Winter Olympics next year with genuine hopes of landing Great Britain's first figure skating medal since Torvill and Dean.

1 min  |

December 12, 2025

Blackpool Gazette

Weather alert as heavy rain brings risk of flooding

A spell of persistent, heavy rain is expected to hit parts of Lancashire this weekend, with the Met Office warning of possible flooding and longer journey times.

1 min  |

December 12, 2025
Blackpool Gazette

Blackpool Gazette

This delightful terraced home makes a great first-time buy

With three bedrooms and two bathrooms, a lovely lounge with a feature fireplace, a well-equipped kitchen-diner and wonderful, low-maintenance outside space, this terraced home in a quiet village is a great addition to the market

1 min  |

December 12, 2025

Blackpool Gazette

WTA signs 'significant deal' with Mercedes

The Women's Tennis Association has announced a long-term partnership with Mercedes-Benz which has the potential to be the largest in women's sport.

1 min  |

December 12, 2025

Blackpool Gazette

'Killers can't have more rights than victims' families'

A Fylde coast MP has said the case of a young Blackpool woman who was murdered more than 10 years ago shows the need for more rights for victims' families.

1 min  |

December 12, 2025

Blackpool Gazette

'Standout' Olly faces a fight to regain his spot

Defender missed Millers win with a minor injury

1 min  |

December 12, 2025

Blackpool Gazette

David's 'lonely this Christmas'

David Walliams will be spending Christmas apart from his 12-year-old son Alfred.

1 min  |

December 12, 2025

Blackpool Gazette

Dealing with the emotional fall out from the end of a marriage

Infidelity forces you to confront every insecurity you've stored away, every flaw you thought you'd made peace with.

1 min  |

December 12, 2025

Blackpool Gazette

Harry the Christmas lorry spreading cheer and raising funds for charities

Meet the man bringing Christmas cheer back to the Fylde coast - the fundraiser who built his very own Coca-Cola-style truck to keep the festive magic alive.

1 min  |

December 12, 2025

Blackpool Gazette

Seasiders stuck to gameplan perfectly

Ian Evatt believes Blackpool demonstrated a different side of themselves in their 3-0 victory over Rotherham United.

1 min  |

December 12, 2025