Luke Littler Wins World Matchplay Darts Final
Luke Littler defeated Gerwyn Price 18-15 in the World Matchplay final, becoming the youngest winner at 19. Beau Greaves won the women's title.
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Blackpool Big Dipper riders evacuated, given Burger King
Riders on Blackpool's Big Dipper rollercoaster were evacuated after a suspected derailment. The ride rolled backwards, and passengers were offered Burger King as compensation.
Bodycam shows rescue of two boys seconds from drowning
Bodycam footage captures the dramatic rescue of two boys, aged 10 and 12, who were seconds from drowning after becoming trapped beneath Blackpool Pier on May 28.
World Matchplay Darts suspended as Menzies taken ill on stage
World Matchplay Darts was suspended after Cameron Menzies suffered a medical issue on stage at Winter Gardens in Blackpool, leading to his withdrawal from the match against Ross Smith.
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Boy, 13, dies in e-bike fire; tributes paid
Coby Keogh, 13, died in hospital five days after an e-bike sparked a house fire in Blackpool. A 19-year-old man remains in serious condition.
Black Lights review: Mica Levi, Moin, Klein thrill in Blackpool
The Black Lights festival in Blackpool, curated by White Hotel team, offers a bold mix of classical, electronic, and experimental music across iconic venues, celebrating kitsch and community.
Police hunt two men after Blackpool pier assault
Lancashire Police are searching for two men after a woman was allegedly pushed down stairs and racially abused on Blackpool's South Pier Promenade on May 29.
Kidney Cancer Concerns Near Lancashire Pfas Factory
Experts question government-funded study on kidney cancer rates near a Pfas factory in Lancashire, advising residents not to eat local produce within 1km.
Teacher gets whole life for murder of adopted baby son
Jamie Varley, 37, was sentenced to whole life for the murder and abuse of nine-month-old Preston Davey, whom he and his partner were fostering to adopt.
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Blackpool Cricket Endures: Outground Charm and Challenges
Lancashire's struggles contrast with Blackpool's enduring cricket spirit, from historic pros to Afghan refugees, showcasing the value of outgrounds.
Father: murdered baby Preston should be alive on birthday
Gary Nolan, biological father of murdered baby Preston Davey, says his son endured months of terror. Preston died aged 13 months after abuse by adoptive father Jamie Varley.
Teacher guilty of murdering adopted baby son he abused
Jamie Varley, 37, was found guilty of murdering nine-month-old Preston Davey after a campaign of abuse. His partner John McGowan-Fazakerley was convicted of allowing the death.
Teacher Denies Fabricating Bath Story in Son's Death Trial
Jamie Varley, accused of murdering adopted son Preston, denies inventing a bath drowning story. Pathologist ruled out drowning, citing 40 traumatic injuries consistent with abuse.
Teacher Denies Murdering Adopted Son, Says Baby Never Harmed
Jamie Varley, a teacher, denies murdering and abusing his adopted son Preston Davey, 13 months, in 2023. He admits shame over photos but says baby was never harmed.
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How Liza Minnelli on The Muppet Show Inspired My Drag Career
A drag performer recounts how watching Liza Minnelli's 1979 Muppet Show episode at age 18 set him on a path to West End success and inspired his artistry.
Baby Murdered by Teacher Had Sexual Abuse Injuries
A 13-month-old baby allegedly murdered by a teacher who was adopting him also suffered sexual abuse injuries, a court has heard. The toddler had over 40 trauma injuries.
Baby Had Bite Mark Before Murder by Adopted Dad
A court heard that a 13-month-old boy allegedly sexually abused and murdered by his adopted father had a human bite mark on his bottom weeks before his death.
Teacher Accused of Murdering Adopted Baby Told Police 'I'll Fight You'
Jamie Varley, 37, accused of murdering adopted son Preston Davey, 13 months, told detectives he would fight them 'til the day I die' during interrogation at Preston Crown Court.
UK Theme Park Unveils Record-Breaking £8.72M Gyro Swing
Pleasure Beach Resort in Blackpool reveals first images of Aviktas, the UK's largest gyro swing at 138ft, opening May 21 with VIP previews available.
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Teacher Sent 'Dead Meat' Text About Adopted Baby Before Death
Jamie Varley, 37, texted his partner 'your son's in hospital. I strangled him' as a joke, and called adopted baby Preston 'dead meat' before his death.
Foster Mother's Gut Feeling on Baby Abuse Before Murder
A foster mother sensed something was wrong with baby Preston Davey before he was sexually abused and murdered by teacher Jamie Varley, a court heard.
Teacher Accused of Murdering Adopted Baby After Abuse
A court hears that a 13-month-old boy was routinely ill-treated, sexually abused, and physically assaulted before his death, allegedly by his adoptive father, a secondary school teacher.
Circus Tickets Transform Girl's Life with Hypersensitivity
A mother's hesitation about circus tickets led to a life-changing experience for her daughter with hypersensitivity disorder, thanks to a neurodivergent-friendly circus.
Blackpool Hotel's Pitch View Blackout During Games
Guests at Blackpool Football Club's stadium hotel face curtain closure during matches due to EFL regulations, creating a unique matchday experience without the view.
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Photos of the Day: A World in Focus
The Guardian's picture editors curate powerful global images from 14 January 2026, capturing protests, tragedy, tradition, and resilience. View the full gallery here.
Firefighter, 90, Reunited With Baby He Saved 40 Years On
A retired firefighter's 90th birthday surprise was an emotional reunion with the woman he rescued as a baby from a Blackpool blaze four decades earlier. Read the heartwarming full story.
400 Blackpool Homes Face Demolition in £90m Regeneration
Up to 400 homes in central Blackpool will be bulldozed next summer under a £90m levelling up scheme, displacing hundreds of vulnerable residents. Critics call it a 'mass dispersion'. Read the full story.
Explosive Material Found in Blackpool, Teen Arrested
A 16-year-old boy is in custody after police discovered explosive material at a Blackpool address. Several homes were evacuated as bomb disposal teams worked on New Year's Eve.
Teen arrested after explosive materials found in Blackpool home
A 16-year-old boy has been arrested and bomb disposal experts called to a Blackpool street after potentially explosive materials were discovered. Residents evacuated.
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Inside Blackpool Illuminations: Climate Change & 150 Years
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