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26 JUNE 2026

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Sarah's Surprise Has Its Own Surprise!

Sarah joins Dee-Dee in the Rovers, but as she takes a sip of her wine, she baulks and worried she might be pregnant, hurries out. Back at home Sarah looks at her positive pregnancy test in total shock. Stealing herself, she hands Adam the pregnancy test and admits that she doesn’t know who the father is, him or Damon. Adam reels in shock.
Sarah attends the DNA appointment and does her best to remain positive. Will Adam be by her side?
Adam finds Sarah and Michael celebrating in the Rovers. When Sarah enthuses about Owen and his passion for Nippersnapper, Adam takes the hump and leaves.

Max Can't Avoid the Drama

As Max heads towards Bec’s flat, Gav approaches and explains that he’s been released from the STC and he intends to marry Bec. When Max reveals that Bec has moved on and she’s going out with him now, Gav’s furious and grabs him. Spotting Bec, Max shouts at her to run, but has Bec got her own secrets?
Max is shocked when Lauren approaches, revealing that she fell out with her Mum, wants nothing more to do with her Dad or his right wing mates, and spent last night kipping in the bus station. Feeling sorry for her, Max takes her to the café.
Max tells Spider that the CPS want him to make a statement for Griff’s trial. Spider encourages him to do the right thing. With Shona at his side, Max meets with the CPS lawyer and confirms he’s willing to make a statement about how Griff groomed and manipulated him.

Evelyn Juggles Her Feelings! (Yes she does have them.)

Roy shows Evelyn the schedule he’s drawn up for Freddie’s care. When Evelyn discovers she’s got Freddie whilst Roy takes Yasmeen to a meeting of the Historical Society, she’s less than impressed.
Evelyn receives a call from the hospital, but chooses to ignore it. After much soul searching Evelyn calls at the hospital only to discover Cassie has discharged herself. Evelyn returns home to be met by Tyrone who reveals that someone called Cath has come to see her. Evelyn enters the living room and is horrified to see Cassie grinning at her from the sofa. When Tyrone enquires how they know each other, Evelyn’s thrown into panic.
As Evelyn grumbles to Tyrone about Roy spending time with Yasmeen, Cassie watches unbeknown to them. Following Tyrone’s advice, Evelyn steels herself and invites Yasmeen and Roy to join her later at the bistro. As Evelyn heads home, she spots Cassie across the street but chooses to ignore her. On her way to the bistro, she receives a call which stops her in her tracks. As Roy and Yasmeen wait for Evelyn, she hurries into A&E reception and explains that her daughter, Cassandra Plummer has been admitted as an emergency.

The Team Rallies Around Paul

Bernie orders Paul and Billy to enjoy some quality time together while she cleans the flat. Billy suggests Paul should come up with a bucket list while he’s still fit enough. Gemma organises a game of darts and to give Paul a chance, instructs Billy, Todd and Bernie to throw with their weaker hands. Paul’s touched.
Bernie and Gemma tell Paul and Billy about their idea for a chilli eating competition to raise funds for Paul’s equipment. Meanwhile as Paul discusses religion and sexuality with Billy.
Billy suggests to Paul that he could baptise him, but Paul refuses, adamant it’s not for him. Dee-Dee talks to Paul about her religion, about how it’s brought her comfort, will he reconsider?

Happy Canada Day! Let the Fireworks Begin!

As Elaine practises her Tai-Chi exercises, Stephen snaps at her and heads off for work leaving Elaine worried about his low mood. Michael reckons his bad mood is down to the fact he’s missing Canada. Meanwhile Jenny offers to put in a good word for him with Owen, Stephen’s grateful.
When Stephen reveals that it’s Canada Day, Elaine forms an idea. Determined to win Owen round, Stephen invites him for lunch. In the flat, Owen levels with Stephen and admits that he doesn’t trust him and suspects he’s using Seagull Ltd to siphon money from Underworld and wants Jenny for himself. As Stephen tries to argue, the door opens and Elaine, Audrey, Sarah and Michael burst in waving flags and wishing him a happy Canada Day. Stephen paints on a smile, but he’s taken aback to clock Elaine scowling at him.

Compiled by Andrea McGowan
Glenda Young - Blogging away merrily at Flaming Nora
Website: glendayoungbooks.com