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Luke Littler beats James Wade to win first World Matchplay crown in Blackpool

The 18-year-old set a new record of 64 180s for the tournament.

The Independent UK

Luke Littler finishes with a flourish to reach World Matchplay semi-finals

‘The Nuke’ will face Josh Rock in Blackpool on Saturday.

The Independent UK

James Wade holds off Gian van Veen to reach Matchplay semi-finals

The 42-year-old Englishman is into the last four at Blackpool for the 10th time.

The Independent UK

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Luke Humphries stunned by Gian van Veen in World Matchplay opener

Humphries was hoping to become just the fourth man to defend his title in Blackpool.

The Independent UK

Luke Humphries aims to be peerless in Blackpool again

The world number one is targeting back-to-back World Matchplay titles.

The Independent UK

‘If you hear your town is scum all the time that sinks in’: the young people in Blackpool refusing to be written off

The seaside resort has become a byword for coastal deprivation but its youth say there’s a world of creativity bubbling under the surface

The Guardian - UK

Britain in 2025: sick man of Europe battling untreated illness crisis

As poverty deepens across Britain, the Guardian visited some of the hardest-hit places where leaders are aiming to shift healthcare from hospitals to communities

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Jofra Archer ends four-year wait for a red-ball wicket for Sussex against Durham

The fast bowler, playing his first County Championship match since 2021, dismissed Emilio Gay during his 14 overs at Chester-le-Street

The Guardian - UK

Blackpool teacher charged with sexual assault and murder of baby

Jamie Varley and co-accused John McGowan-Fazakerley were in process of adopting 13-month-old Preston Davey

The Guardian - UK

BBC suspends EastEnders actor Jamie Borthwick for using ableist slur

Language used in video from Strictly Come Dancing set in Blackpool ‘unacceptable’, says broadcaster

The Guardian - UK

EastEnders star Jamie Borthwick suspended by BBC after disabled slur on Strictly set

Jamie Borthwick is reported to have made the offensive remark on a phone video while the cast were at Blackpool Tower Ballroom

Evening Standard

Britain’s Got Talent: Magician Harry Moulding named as 2025 winner

The Blackpool-native said he’s been on ‘the most incredible journey’

The Independent UK

Ant and Dec’s wax figures return to Madame Tussauds Blackpool after makeover

Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly’s wax figures were first unveiled at Madame Tussauds Blackpool in 2016.

Evening Standard

Inside the UK’s first Reform pub with beer, black pudding baps and Belinda Carlisle

INSIDE REFORM UK’S PUB AS FARAGE LOOKS TO BATTLE LABOUR FOR THE SOUL OF THE NATION – ONE PINT AT A TIME: Once a Conservative Party social club, The Talbot in Blackpool has defected to Reform. Barney Davis heads north to see what all the fuss is about

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Football fan killed with one punch in clash outside pub

Mr Johnson was among a group of Blackpool fans who gathered outside the pub

The Independent UK

Former Conservative club rebranded as Reform UK’s first pub

A former Conservative club in Blackpool has been rebranded as a Reform UK pub.

Evening Standard

Woman arrested after ‘trying to walk off with baby in pram’ at busy Blackpool seafront

The alarming incident happened at around 11.30am on Saturday near the Coral Island Amusement Centre

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Celebrating VE Day: Rare photographs of wartime filmmaking revealed by Historic England

From the role of Pinewood Studios in military filmmaking to the pioneering women of the WAAF, discover hidden pieces and perspectives of history

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Moment drink-driver who mowed down tourist in ‘life-changing’ crash is arrested after police chase

This is the moment a drink-driver was chased down and arrested by police after a hit-and-run on a tourist in Blackpool.

Evening Standard

BGT security steps in as audience member interrupts show to sing for stunned Simon Cowell

A local singer caused shock when they halted filming during the Blackpool auditions

The Guardian - UK

‘People have been pushed to the brink’: welfare cuts spark fear in Blackpool

Already one of the most impoverished towns in the UK, withdrawal of support has left many unsure how to cope

The Independent UK

How one of Britain’s ‘worst seaside resorts’ is reinventing itself with a multi-million transformation

Rhyl – once dubbed ‘Blackpool after a neutron bomb’ – hopes to improve its reputation

The Independent UK

Biggest-of-its-kind new ride to launch at Blackpool Pleasure Beach

The new swinging and spinning attraction will reach 138 feet at its highest point

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All You Need to Know About the Free Boiler Scheme in Blackpool

Blackpool winters can get brutal, especially if your boiler’s old or barely hanging on. There’s a handy fix though: the Free Boiler Scheme could land you a new one for free if you qualify. Here’s what you need to know about it in our town.

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Dad Given 12 Months to Live After Chilling Warning Sign While Eating Sandwich

A dad from Blackpool has been given just a year to live after a seemingly normal breakfast turned into a life-changing moment.

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