Blackpool Gazette

The Blackpool Gazette, often referred to as The Gazette, is a daily newspaper from Blackpool, Lancashire, in England. It is published every day except for Sundays and focuses on the towns and areas along the Fylde coast. Originally established as The West Lancashire Evening Gazette in 1929, it later changed its name to the Evening Gazette before finally becoming the Blackpool Gazette. The newspaper has its roots in a weekly publication that started in 1873.

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Five Lancashire businesses fail food hygiene inspections after 17 establishments visited

17 hours ago | blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Sean Gleaves

17 businesses in Lancashire have been awarded newly updated hygiene ratings by the Food Standards Agency. When you eat out, you want to be assured that the café or restaurant you've chosen is clean and well maintained. That's why it's useful to know what the Food Standards Agency makes of businesses in Lancashire,The Food Standards Agency scores food serving businesses from zero to five.
What time England’s next World Cup qualifier is on TV - and who is the presenter

1 day ago | blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Matthew Mohan-Hickson

England’s road to the 2026 World Cup continues this weekend 🦁The road to the 2026 World Cup continues this weekend. Thomas Tuchel’s England side take on Andorra in Group K. But how can you watch the action at home? England’s quest for glory at the 2026 World Cup will continue this weekend with the latest round of qualifying. Thomas Tuchel officially took over the team at the start of the year and is starting to shape his squad.
Suspected drug dealer arrested after police raid

1 day ago | blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Sean Gleaves

A 37-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of drug dealing following a police raid at a property in Fleetwood. Officers from the Wyre Task Force carried out the operation earlier today as part of ongoing efforts to tackle serious and organised crime in the area. The man, from Fleetwood, was arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply Class A drugs.
Man wanted in connection with numerous burglaries has links to Blackpool

1 day ago | blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Sean Gleaves

A man who is wanted in connection with numerous burglaries has links to Blackpool. Officers want to speak to Ross Chevreau as part of their investigation. The 29-year-old is described as 5ft 7in tall, of slim build, with short, dark brown hair. He is clean shaven and has a scar on his left cheek.
BGT winner Harry Moulding wows Lancashire care home residents in first post-victory performance

1 day ago | blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Sean Gleaves

Fresh off his Britain’s Got Talent 2025 win, Lancashire magician Harry Moulding paid a visit to a local care home, delighting residents with a private performance. The 24-year-old illusionist, who captured the nation's hearts with his daring and imaginative routines, was crowned champion during Sunday’s live finale.
Food hygiene ratings handed to 19 businesses in Lancashire - three establishments fail

1 day ago | blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Sean Gleaves

19 businesses in Lancashire have been awarded newly updated hygiene ratings by the Food Standards Agency. When you eat out, you want to be assured that the café or restaurant you've chosen is clean and well maintained. That's why it's useful to know what the Food Standards Agency makes of businesses in Lancashire,The Food Standards Agency scores food serving businesses from zero to five.
Convicted thug wanted on recall to prison known to frequent Blackpool, Fleetwood and Preston

2 days ago | blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Sean Gleaves

A convicted thug who is wanted on recall to prison after breaching the terms of his licence is known to frequent parts of Lancashire. Sean McDermott, 37, from Liverpool, was released in May 2025 after serving a prison sentence for actual bodily harm. He has since failed to comply with the conditions of his release and is now being sought by authorities. He is described as white, around 5ft 10in tall, of proportional build, with blue eyes, short brown hair, facial hair and tattoos on his neck.
18 wraps of cocaine fall from drug dealer's boxers during police search in Blackpool

2 days ago | blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Sean Gleaves

Police were in for a big surprise when they asked suspected drug dealer Elliott Wright to drop his trousers during a routine search in Blackpool. Eighteen wraps of cocaine fell from his boxers, a court in Preston was told. The 24-year-old from Blackpool admitted he had been caught with his pants down when he appeared before a judge and was subsequently sent to prison for possessing drugs with intent to supply.
Five e-bikes seized and one rider arrested for drink-driving following police crackdown in Blackpool

3 days ago | blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Sean Gleaves

Five high-powered e-bikes have been seized and one rider arrested following a police crackdown on illegal and antisocial vehicle use on Blackpool’s Grange Park estate. Officers carried out proactive patrols on Monday targeting the illegal use of electric motorbikes, including models such as Sur-Rons, which are often used in antisocial behaviour and criminal activity. During the operation, specialist tactics were deployed resulting in the seizure of five bikes.
'Turn on staff and you'll face a fight': unions issue warning to Lancashire DOGE team

3 days ago | blackpoolgazette.co.uk | Paul Faulkner

Union leaders have told the Reform UK ‘DOGE unit’ set to scrutinise the finances of Lancashire County Council that it will find little fat to cut – and will face a fight if it suggests sacking staff. They were reacting to the announcement that the authority is next in line to receive a visit from the party’s cost-cutting squad, which has been modelled on Elon Musk’s controversial Department of Government Efficiency in the United States.