Blackpool news on Friday, October 30, 2026
In Blackpool on Friday, October 30, 2026: M&S flagship store progress; council merger options revisited. Also: New multi-million-pound M&S flagship store on track with major progress visible; Council merger decision for Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre will be retaken with all options considered. Weather: Mostly cloudy with rain holding off, highs of 13°C and winds gusting to 27 km/h.
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News & local government
- Council merger decision for Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre will be retaken with all options considered.Blackpool Gazette ·
- Blackpool seeking views on £65 million multiversity plans to transform town's education.BBC ·
Events & going out
- Major TV star surprised Blackpool Pleasure Beach show cast with unexpected visit.Blackpool Gazette ·
Business & new openings
- Poundland faces administration risk affecting 12,000 jobs; two Blackpool stores' futures unclear.Blackpool Gazette ·
- Jason Fubar preparing to open new Blackpool venue with a super club atmosphere.Blackpool Gazette ·
Health & care
- Fleetwood Hall Care Home receives praise for personalised approach in CQC inspection.Blackpool Gazette ·
Sports
Community & volunteering
- Blackpool Zoo welcomes new lion cub; health checks made by same vet who examined father 11 years ago.Blackpool Gazette ·
- Flamingo Business Awards return celebrating entrepreneurial excellence and local glamour.Blackpool Gazette ·
- Blackpool Council gives emotional update on beloved Christmas event after difficult year.Blackpool Gazette ·
- Man completes 100-mile walk in Storm Boelo after receiving kidney from friend.Blackpool Gazette ·
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