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March 11, 2026
Blackpool Gazette
Viva hails the King
Elvis was very much in the building in Blackpool this weekend as tribute artists took to the stage at Viva.
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March 11, 2026
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Lions and Predators hunted down success from their B&DYFL meeting
Two teams completing their second season in the Blackpool and District Youth Football League continue to enjoy the journey and make encouraging progress.
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March 11, 2026
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Simpson fourth in his defence of Super-G crown
Alpine skier Neil Simpson narrowly missed out on a medal for the second time at the Winter Paralympics in Cortina, finishing fourth in defence of his Super-G vision impaired title.
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March 11, 2026
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Verstappen will take on 24-hour Nurburgring race
Max Verstappen has confirmed he will complete a bucket-list target by competing in the 24-hour Nurburgring race in May.
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March 11, 2026
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A massive month for the Seasiders’ players
Pool looking to pick up points on the road tonight
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March 11, 2026
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Three simple terms make for a dangerous brew
Letter of the day
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March 11, 2026
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Devil's in detail of Alice Cooper tour
American singer Alice Cooper has announced the release date for his autobiography and a UK speaking tour.
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March 11, 2026
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Time to help your business take off
Trader applications are now open for the 2026 Blackpool Air Show.
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March 11, 2026
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Matilda ‘flabbergasted’ after selling her Nissan Micra to Banksy for £400
A Lancashire teenager has sold her 25-year-old 'banger' to the mysterious street artist for his exhibition in Manchester. Jessica Martin finds out more...
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March 11, 2026
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Massive distribution centre approved
Plans for a huge new storage and distribution centre which could bring in extra jobs have been given the green light.
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March 11, 2026
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Stubborn back issues still hamper Mcllroy
Rory McIlroy is continuing to be troubled by a \"stubborn\" back problem as he tries to be fit to defend his Players Championship title at Sawgrass next week.
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March 11, 2026
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Anything's possible if you master your confidence with Maya
Self-confidence and wellness are vital for a happy life and this week's podcast choices cover both areas.
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March 11, 2026
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Food waste changes coming to Blackpool and Fylde coast - here's what is happening
Food waste collections are on their way in Blackpool, Wyre and Fylde as part of national changes in the way we deal with household refuse.
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March 11, 2026
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Fylde - service delayed and
Unlike in Blackpool and Wyre, the new weekly food waste collections will not begin in April across Fylde but from Autumn 2026.
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March 11, 2026
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Wyre - starting on April 13
Wyre Council has been delivering new food waste caddies to every household since February 16 and is due to complete the roll out by March 23.
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March 11, 2026
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Job hope at airport growth zone as new £18.5m road nears finish
New developments at Blackpool Airport Enterprise Zone could bring over 150 jobs to the Fylde coast as a new £18.5m road nears completion.
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March 11, 2026
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England are in no mood to abandon kicking game
England are to double down on their unpopular kicking game for Saturday's clash with France, despite the recent slump that has forced the Rugby Football Union to give Steve Borthwick a vote of confidence.
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March 11, 2026
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Helping to deal with the impact of loss
Grief affects us all at one time or another in our lives - whether it be due to the death of a loved one or some other form of loss.
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March 11, 2026
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Resort gym to close its doors after 25 years
A Blackpool gym has announced it will close this week after 25 years.
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March 11, 2026
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Calls for everyone to join in annual plastic count
Households, schools and communities are being urged to record how much plastic packaging they throw away as part of an annual survey to show the true scale of the UK's waste problem.
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March 11, 2026
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Award honours David's lifetime of service to golf
Former Fairhaven Golf Club captain David Lodge was posthumously honoured at the 2026 England Golf Awards.
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March 11, 2026
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Council demands woodland restoration
About 100 young sycamore and ash trees have been felled at Broadwater Wood in Fleetwood as part of infrastructure works by United Utilities.
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March 11, 2026
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Town hall plays down any rift with MP over £12m funding
Blackpool Council has played down a clash with the resort's MP Chris Webb - a fellow Labour politician - over a financial settlement from the Government and council tax.
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March 11, 2026
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Leave out nibbles for hungry caterpillars
First it was \"love your slugs\", now conservationists and horticulturalists are teaming up to urge gardeners to let caterpillars feast this spring.
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March 11, 2026
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Master this ability and fairways will follow
This week, Blackpool North Shore Golf Club's Alastair Taylor shares a tip to help golfers hit more fairways...
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March 11, 2026
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Pear Tree School will benefit from Fairhaven's fundraisers
Kirkham's Pear Tree School can enhance children's learning experiences thanks to fundraising efforts at Fairhaven Golf Club.
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March 11, 2026
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Britain's Got Talent rediscovers magic with noble art of surprise
Jennifer Cartwright on why Britain's still got talent
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March 11, 2026
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Blackpool boxer Fahy keen to teach the sport in schools
Blackpool boxer Callum Fahy is excited about what 2026 could bring following his third professional victory.
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March 10, 2026
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School association tribute: 'Olivia was an incredible and ambitious pupil who always excelled in sport'
Olivia attended the former Arnold School in South Shore, Blackpool, now part of AKS in St Annes and the Old Arnoldonians alumni organisation of which she was a member paid glowing tribute: \"Olivia Jane Knowles was a well-respected Old Arnoldian who sadly lost her courageous battle with AML (Acute Myeloid Leukaemia).
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