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Iconic Moby Dick ship to 'return' to Morecambe for popular light art festival
An illuminated galleon will bring back memories of an iconic part of Morecambe's past when the Baylight festival returns to town.
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Citizens Advice to hold open night in Lancaster as record numbers of people seek help
A charity helping people to cope with life's challenges will hold an open night in Lancaster as it sees record numbers of people coming through its doors.
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Strikes affecting Lancaster trains called off but reduced timetable will still run
Strikes due to affect trains at Lancaster on the next two Sundays have been called off but rail services will still be reduced.
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Bolton-le-Sands gastropub reopening with brand new look
A popular gastropub in Bolton-le-Sands is set to reopen after a major refurbishment.
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INTERVIEWS: Lord Lieutenant of Lancashire meets 100-year-old D-Day veteran on visit to Morecambe
The Lord Lieutenant of Lancashire has paid a visit to Morecambe where she met a veteran of the D-Day landings.
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Restaurant and cafe boss takes over as chair of Morecambe BID
A cafe and restaurant owner has become the new chairman of Morecambe BID.
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New council strategy aims to bring empty homes back into use across Lancaster district
Around 840 homes were classed as ‘empty’ in the Lancaster district last year, it has been revealed.
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INTERVIEWS: Mums are going to Iceland on Morecambe charity trek
Mums have spoken of their excitement ahead of the first ever overseas fundraising trek run by a Morecambe charity for disabled people.
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Morecambe MP seeks reassurance for local farmers after foot-and-mouth disease fears
The Morecambe MP wants assurances that foot and mouth disease won’t be allowed to return to the UK.
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INTERVIEW: Poignant words from terminally ill Morecambe hotelier as we join him on charity walk
A popular hotelier from Morecambe who has terminal cancer had an important message as we joined him on his month-long charity walk.
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Repairs due after complaints over flooded Morecambe shopping centre car park
Drain repairs will be carried out at a Morecambe shopping centre car park after complaints about flooding.
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Loud boom and 'smoke' from Heysham power station "no reason for concern"
Residents were alarmed by a loud boom and billowing 'smoke' after a reactor unit tripped at Heysham 2 power station.
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Vital repairs to a host of Lancaster district schools set to be given green light
Seven schools across Lancaster and Morecambe are in line to receive vital repairs over the next year as part of a programme by Lancashire County Council.
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Appeal after pedestrian seriously injured in A6 collision in Lancaster
Police are appealing for witnesses and footage after a collision on the A6 in Lancaster that left a woman with serious injuries.
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Police appeal after break-in attempts at hotel, amusement arcade and market in Morecambe
Police are investigating after attempts to break in to several businesses on Morecambe Promenade.
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Teenager arrested after police drugs raid in Lancaster
Police have arrested a teenager after a drugs raid in Lancaster.
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Arrests made after police recover large amount of Lego stolen from Lancaster shops
Arrests have been made after police recovered a large quantity of Lego stolen from Lancaster city centre shops.
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Opposition mounts to plans to scrap Lancaster City Council in shake-up of local government
Plans to abolish Lancaster City Council as part of a major redesign of local government are being opposed.
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Thousands expected to attend fast-growing Lancaster Chinese New Year Festival
Around 5000 people are expected to visit Lancaster for the annual Chinese New Year celebrations.
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Investigation continues after Carnforth pensioner defrauded by fake police officer
Police have released a CCTV image of a man they want to speak to after a pensioner in Carnforth was conned by somebody posing as a police officer.
South Cumbria News
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From sheep to sweater: Beyond Radio presenter’s new book is a right good yarn
A Beyond Radio presenter and her husband have released their latest book exploring yarn production in Cumbria.
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Kirkby Lonsdale continues to recover from devastating fire as appeal fund tops £87K
A public meeting will be held as Kirkby Lonsdale continues to recover from a devastating fire in which a much-loved local man died.
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Man sentenced after swimming across Windermere to steal boat
A man who swam across Windermere in the dark to steal a boat from Bowness Bay has been sentenced.
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How heavy snow impacted North Lancashire and South Cumbria
Heavy snowfall caused disruption in some areas of our region over the weekend - and none at all in others.
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Kirkby Lonsdale Fire Disaster Recovery Appeal launched
A disaster appeal has been launched to help the local community affected by the major fire in Kirkby Lonsdale earlier this month.
Local Sport
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Below par Lancaster City come back from Teesside empty handed
Lancaster City lost ground on the chasing play-off pack as a solitary goal was enough to dispatch a below par Dollies on Wednesday night in Teesside.
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Midfielder Callum Cooke becomes Morecambe’s second January signing
Attacking midfielder Callum Cooke has become Morecambe’s second January signing on a deal until the end of the season.
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Former Portsmouth goalkeeper becomes Morecambe’s first signing of transfer window
Goalkeeper Ryan Schofield has joined Morecambe on a short term deal until the end of the season.
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INTERVIEW: Tyson Fury's manager speaks out on boxer's shock retirement
Tyson Fury's manager has spoken to Beyond Radio about what the future may hold for 'The Gypsy King' after he announced his retirement from boxing.
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Tyson Fury announces his retirement from boxing
Former world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has announced his retirement from boxing.
Beyond Radio Station News
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From sheep to sweater: Beyond Radio presenter’s new book is a right good yarn
A Beyond Radio presenter and her husband have released their latest book exploring yarn production in Cumbria.
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Lancaster live music venue launches Unsigned nights supported by Beyond Radio
A leading Lancaster live music venue has announced an exclusive partnership with Beyond Radio to support unsigned local music talent.
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INTERVIEWS and PHOTOS: Beyond Radio teams up with Lancaster BID for biggest ever Christmas toy appeal
Beyond Radio hit the road to deliver presents with Father Christmas as part of Lancaster BID's biggest and best ever toy appeal.
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Beyond Radio station award winners announced
Beyond Radio presenters have been recognised at our annual volunteer awards ceremony.
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Beyond Radio volunteer will dance in Lancaster to help homeless
A Beyond Radio volunteer will do a public dance in Lancaster city centre to raise funds to help homeless people at Christmas time.
Local Music News
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£90,000 funding boost for Morecambe music charity’s ongoing work
A Morecambe based music and education charity had received a financial boost to help carry on its work in the local community.
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Lancaster independent record store to reopen bigger than ever
An independent record store in Lancaster is about to move to a bigger premises and will now be selling drinks as well as music.
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Music co-op pulls the trigger on key year in re-opening mission
A critically acclaimed artist heads to Kanteena for Independent Venue Week later this month as part of a special night in support of Lancaster Music Co-op.
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Lancaster live music venue launches Unsigned nights supported by Beyond Radio
A leading Lancaster live music venue has announced an exclusive partnership with Beyond Radio to support unsigned local music talent.
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Line-up revealed for annual music festival to help Lancaster and Morecambe schools
The line-up has been announced for an annual music festival raising money for schools in Lancaster and Morecambe.
Business News
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Bolton-le-Sands gastropub reopening with brand new look
A popular gastropub in Bolton-le-Sands is set to reopen after a major refurbishment.
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Restaurant and cafe boss takes over as chair of Morecambe BID
A cafe and restaurant owner has become the new chairman of Morecambe BID.
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Lancaster independent record store to reopen bigger than ever
An independent record store in Lancaster is about to move to a bigger premises and will now be selling drinks as well as music.
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Freeze on car parking charges likely - Lancaster and Morecambe businesses told
Car parking fees in council-run car parks are likely to be frozen this year, it has been revealed at a meeting of local businesses.
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Homecare provider holds special awards ceremony to recognise staff
A homecare provider with five branches across Lancashire and Cumbria held a special awards ceremony for the first time to recognise and thank members of its staff for all their hard work and passion.
What's On
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Walks, talks and tours set to reveal rich history of city of Lancaster
Historic and sometimes horrid happenings from Lancaster's storied past will feature in a series of new walks, talks and tours.
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Thousands expected to attend fast-growing Lancaster Chinese New Year Festival
Around 5000 people are expected to visit Lancaster for the annual Chinese New Year celebrations.
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Music co-op pulls the trigger on key year in re-opening mission
A critically acclaimed artist heads to Kanteena for Independent Venue Week later this month as part of a special night in support of Lancaster Music Co-op.
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What's On Guide WC Jan 13
Here is our guide to What's On in the North Lancashire and Morecambe Bay area over the next seven days.
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Morecambe club night for people with additional needs to hold next event
A club night for people with additional needs will hold its next event in Morecambe on February 3.
Advertising Features
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ADVERTISING FEATURE: Landlords past and present celebrate 40 years of historic Lancaster pub
A historic Lancaster pub located inside 17th century wine cellars is celebrating its 40th birthday.
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Cosy Homes in Lancashire - your local council scheme
Cosy Homes is offering Government funded grants for heating, insulation and more.
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ADVERTISING FEATURE: Student Housing Lancaster celebrates 20-year milestone
A business helping students to find quality accommodation in Lancaster is celebrating a significant milestone.
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ADVERTISING FEATURE: Eden Private Hire goes from strength to strength
Eden Private Hire is going from strength to strength providing taxi, private hire and coach hire services throughout the local area.
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ADVERTISING FEATURE: Estate agent celebrates 30 years in Lancaster
An estate agent is celebrating 30 years of business in Lancaster.