Local News
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Update: Multi-agency response continues after heavy snowfall in South Cumbria
Cumbria’s road networks are continuing to experience challenging conditions following heavy snowfall yesterday and icy conditions today.
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Crews ‘likely to be on scene for days’ following Lancaster industrial estate fire
Fire crews are ‘likely to be on the scene for days’ following a major incident at a Lancaster industrial estate.
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VIDEOS and PHOTOS: Ten fire engines called to blaze on Lancaster industrial estate
Ten fire engines have been on the scene of a major fire on the Lune Industrial Estate in Lancaster.
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Major incident declared as heavy snowfall causes travel chaos in Cumbria
A major incident has been declared in Cumbria due to heavy snowfall, the county's police force has said.
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Patients at Lancaster hospice delighted by visit from Morecambe FC heroes
Patients at a Lancaster hospice have enjoyed a special visit from two of their Morecambe Football Club heroes.
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Silverdale pub celebrates being named in Top 20 list by national newspaper
A family-run pub in Silverdale is celebrating being named in a Top 20 list of the UK's best by a national newspaper.
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Morecambe singer releases book on early life of Elvis Presley
A singer and rock 'n' roll fan from Morecambe who has rubbed shoulders with the greats has released a new book on Elvis Presley.
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Operation Night Guardian returns across Lancaster district this Christmas
Police from across the Lancaster district will be taking extra steps to keep people safe this Christmas.
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Delight as Morecambe fundraisers announce return of popular home Christmas lights show
A couple have announced the return of a popular fundraising Christmas lights show at their home - saying it will be on a smaller scale to previous years.
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Police issue safety advice following spate of ‘sneak in’ Lancaster burglaries
Police have issued safety advice following a spate of ‘sneak in’ burglaries in two areas of Lancaster.
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Morecambe MP meets Ports Minister to discuss Heysham upgrades
The Morecambe MP has met with a government minister to discuss how Heysham Port could be upgraded.
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INTERVIEW: Lancaster jewellers hosts open day to celebrate 70 years in business
A family-run jewellers in Lancaster will mark its 70th birthday with a special open day this Saturday.
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INTERVIEW: "No shockers" in next Lancaster City Council budget plans as defecit falls to £1.7m
A leading councillor said he hopes for "no shockers" in the next Lancaster City Council budget as plans are being drawn up to bridge a £1.7m gap.
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Lancaster burger bar customers stunned by uncanny Ed Sheeran double
Customers of a Lancaster takeaway had to do a double-take after believing they'd spotted pop superstar Ed Sheeran!
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INTERVIEW: Foodbank in Lancaster launches Christmas appeal
A foodbank in Lancaster needs your help to bring a little Christmas joy to people in need.
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£3m affordable housing development in Lancaster completed
A multi million pound affordable housing development in Lancaster has been completed.
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United Utilities investing £17.7m to build new Wastewater Treatment Works in Forton
A multi-million-pound project to build a new Wastewater Treatment Works and upgrade the wastewater network near Lancaster is progressing well.
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Morecambe and Lancaster community heroes honoured with Lancastrian Awards
Community heroes from our local area have been honoured in the 2023 Lancastrian Awards.
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Conservative leader slams Labour over Platform U-turn
The Tory leader on Lancaster City Council has accused Labour of "blatant politicisation" of the Platform after the council decided to keep on running the venue.
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Proposed devolution deal for Lancashire signed at Lancaster Castle
A proposed devolution deal offering ‘local decision making at local level’ has been signed during a ceremony at Lancaster Castle.
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Lancaster Christmas Lights Switch On crowds match last year's record figures
Crowds at the Lancaster Christmas Lights Switch On matched last year's record figures, it has been announced.
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INTERVIEW: Councillor explains reasons for U-turn on Platform venue
A leading councillor has explained the reasons for a U-turn on the future of the Platform arts venue during a live interview on Beyond Radio.
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Phase 1 complete on restoration of 'Victorian masterpiece' floor at Morecambe Winter Gardens
The first stage of work to restore a 'masterpiece of Victorian design' inside the Morecambe Winter Gardens has been completed.
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INTERVIEWS: Beyond Radio backstage at Lancaster Christmas Lights Switchon
The Beyond Radio team was backstage at the Lancaster Christmas Lights Switchon bringing you all the news, interviews and gossip from the city's big festive event!
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Crews tackle kitchen fire at Lancaster property
Fire crews attended a domestic blaze in a kitchen at an address in Lancaster over the weekend.
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Ingleton man jailed after paying Filipino family to sexually abuse children
A man from Ingleton has been jailed after paying a Filipino family to sexually abuse children.
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Lancaster mental health nurse whose husband was captured by Taliban honoured after extraordinary year
A Lancaster mental health nurse whose husband was imprisoned by the Taliban has been honoured for her extraordinary efforts.
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PHOTOS: Lancaster Christmas Lights Switchon 2023
We had an amazing day hosting the 2023 Lancaster Christmas Lights Switchon in the city centre!
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Large amount of tools stolen during break-in at Happy Mount Park in Morecambe
A large amount of tools have been stolen during a break-in at Happy Mount Park in Morecambe.
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Police warn residents after rise in burglaries in Morecambe
Police have warned residents to be on their guard after an increase in burglaries in Morecambe.
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Lancaster Christmas Lights Switch On: Full line-up and stage times
Here is the full line-up of acts and performance times for the Lancaster Christmas Lights Switchon hosted by Beyond Radio!
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Bumper weekend expected in Lancaster for Christmas Lights Switch On and ice rink launch
Lancaster is gearing up for a bumper weekend as the city's Christmas lights are switched on and its popular outdoor ice rink and Big Wheel opens to the public.
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Man arrested after wagon hits pedestrian in Lancaster city centre
A man was arrested on suspicion of driving while unfit through drink/drugs after a wagon hit a pedestrian in Lancaster city centre.
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Large number of knives recovered across Lancaster district as part of Operation Sceptre
Hundreds of knives have been recovered across Lancashire Police’s West Division during a week of action.
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Illegal tobacco, vapes and clothing worth £20,000 seized from Lancaster shops
Illegal and counterfeit tobacco, illegal vapes and counterfeit clothing with an estimated street value of £20,000 have been seized in Lancaster.
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Plan for 49 new houses at former Pontins holiday camp could get green light
New proposals to redevelop the former Middleton Tower(s) holiday camp have been given the thumbs up by council officers.
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New 'Friends of Platform' and membership scheme announced as key to Morecambe venue staying open
A new membership scheme and 'Friends' group will be set up to generate cash to keep the Platform open, it has been revealed.
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Morecambe’s Platform venue saved from closure after council u-turn
The Platform concert and entertainment venue in Morecambe has been saved from closure after a council u-turn.
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Planners say 644-home scheme near Lancaster University should get thumbs down
Plans for 644 new houses near Lancaster University should be refused say council planners.
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Popular antiques TV show to air episode filmed in Lancaster
A popular antiques TV show is to air an episode filmed in Lancaster next week.
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Morecambe super-gran becomes 'oldest lady drummer in north' with help from Simply Red star
A musical 89-year-old gran has been 'holding back the years' with lessons from a celebrated drummer ahead of a live performance in Lancaster.
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Plan to demolish Morecambe businesses to make way for new 86-bedroom hotel moves step closer
Plans to bulldoze a row of Morecambe businesses to make way for a new hotel, shop and restaurant have been recommended for approval.
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Free public Q&A event will tackle some of Morecambe's biggest challenges
A free public event will look at how to tackle unemployment, health, housing and transport issues in Morecambe.
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Morecambe’s branch of NatWest bank to close early next year
The Morecambe branch of NatWest is to close at the end of February 2024, it has been revealed.
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‘A nice little stop!’ Million pounds worth of heroin seized by police on M6 at Lancaster
Heroin with a street value of £1m has been seized by police after a vehicle was stopped on the M6 at Lancaster.
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Schools get arty for Lancaster's big new Christmas family festival
Schoolchildren are helping to make a Lancaster park look festive for a new Christmas family festival.
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Lancaster solicitors take the plunge for cancer charity
A team of intrepid adventurers from Lancaster have successfully completed the Dare2Dip Challenge in aid of CancerCare.
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INTERVIEW: Lancaster mum tells inspiring story of her escape from terror to freedom
An inspirational mum from Lancaster has told how she fled her war-torn country for a new life of freedom.
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Cutting edge technology helps Lancaster residents with additional needs to live independently
Cutting edge technology is residents with additional needs to live independently at a new centre in Lancaster.
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Report says personal disclosures over missing Nicola Bulley by police 'unnecessary'
Lancashire's Police and Crime Commissioner has published a review of the police to St Michaels on Wyre missing person Nicola Bulley.
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School teacher chosen as Conservative general election candidate in Lancaster & Wyre
The Conservatives have chosen school teacher Peter Cartridge to contest the Lancaster & Wyre seat in the next general election.
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Police investigate burglary at Morecambe social club
Police are investigating after burglars broke into a Morecambe social club twice within the space of a few hours.
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Morecambe MP steps up campaign for ferry terminal facelift during visit to Heysham Port
The MP for Morecambe has stepped up his campaign to improve the Heysham ferry terminal on a visit to the Port.
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Derek Adams quits Morecambe to return to Ross County
Derek Adams has quit as Morecambe manager for a second time, to pursue an opportunity to rejoin Ross County in the Scottish Premiership.
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Heysham celebrates bumper win at North West in Bloom
Heysham village is celebrating a bumper win at the North West in Bloom awards.
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Champion of Lancaster and Morecambe businesses steps down from role after 18 years
A champion of businesses in the Lancaster and Morecambe area has stepped down from her role after 18 years.
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Full line-up announced for Lancaster Christmas Lights Switch On hosted by Beyond Radio
The full line-up has been revealed for the 2023 Lancaster Christmas Lights Switch On hosted by Beyond Radio.
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Outstanding Morecambe Bay nurse honoured at The King’s Birthday Reception at Buckingham Palace
A caring and compassionate nurse from Morecambe Bay has been recognised by The King for her contribution to the NHS at a royal reception at Buckingham Palace this week.
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Morecambe gelato and coffee shop moves full-time into town's shopping centre
A Morecambe gelato and coffee shop has taken up a full-time spot in the town's shopping centre.
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Morecambe’s new film festival earns universal praise
The first ever outing for Morecambe’s new film festival has been universally judged as a resounding success.
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Protest and march calling for Middle East ceasefire to be held in Lancaster
A protest march calling for an end to hostilities in the Middle East will take place in Lancaster.
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Developers launch appeal to overturn decision to refuse 129 new homes in Morecambe
Housing developers have launched an appeal to the government after plans for 129 new homes near Torrisholme Barrow were refused.
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'World's sexiest sportsman' Tyson Fury joined by Sylvester Stallone as historic Usyk fight confirmed for Feb 17
Tyson Fury celebrated being voted 'World's Sexiest Sportsman' as the date of his historic undisputed world heavyweight title fight with Oleksandr Usyk was confirmed - with Sylvester Stallone watching on.
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Fishermen and women of Morecambe Bay celebrated in new exhibition and book
The work of the fishermen and women of Morecambe Bay is being celebrated in a new book and photo exhibition.
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Sculptures to be unveiled at Lancaster church as part of project on city's slave trade past
Sculptures will be revealed at a Lancaster church as part of a project re-examining the city's slave trade history.
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Carnforth historic home celebrates another top environmental award
A historic home in Carnforth has won another top award for looking after the environment.
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Lancaster life coach launches mental health support group
A life coach from Lancaster has embarked on a mission to challenge the stigma surrounding men's mental health by launching a community support group.
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Blueprint for future of Frontierland revealed as public consultation gets under way
A blueprint for the future of the Frontierland site has been published where a new leisure-led redevelopment is preferred and housing is not ruled out.
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Morecambe MP gets his wellies on to learn about 'green' cows
The Morecambe MP has stuck on his wellies and visited a local farm to find out about how cows are going green.
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INTERVIEW: Lancaster community centre launches £20,000 fundraising drive
A Lancaster community centre has marked its 40th birthday by launching a campaign to raise £20,000 to ensure its future.
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INTERVIEWS: Cutting car parking spaces could 'kill Lancaster city centre' say worried residents
Residents and businesspeople say that plans to cut parking spaces in Lancaster could 'kill the city centre'.
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Local groups receive King’s Award for Voluntary Service
Four community groups in Lancaster and Morecambe are celebrating receiving the King’s Award for Voluntary Service.
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Memories of Lancaster University gigs wanted for new edition of book
The man who brought some of the biggest names in rock music history to perform at Lancaster University is looking for memories to include in a new edition of his book.
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Macmillan and Citizen’s Advice launch new benefits service in North Lancashire
Cancer patients and their families in North Lancashire will be able to access a brand-new benefits advice service thanks to a partnership with Macmillan Cancer Support and Citizen’s Advice.
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Lune Valley swimming pool receives government funding
A swimming pool in Hornby has received £17,000 in government funding to help with running costs.
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Family who ran popular Morecambe pub announce their departure
A family who ran a popular bar overlooking Morecambe Bay have announced their departure from the pub.
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Police appeal after Morecambe business vandalised
Police in Morecambe are appealing for information after a business in the town was vandalised.
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Operation Sceptre tackles knife crime in Lancashire
Operation Sceptre, a week of intense action to help raise awareness of the dangers of knife crime and the work being done to stop it, is underway.
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Remembrance Services take place across Lancaster district
This year's Remembrance Sunday was marked with a number of services in the Lancaster district.
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Lancaster boutique wins top national fashion retail award
A Lancaster boutique has been crowned Outstanding Business of the Year at a nationwide awards recognising top fashion retailers.
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Man suffers serious facial injuries in attack after getting into his car in Heysham
A man has suffered two broken cheek bones after he was attacked while getting into his car in Heysham.
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Supporters rally round to help after fire at Lancaster animal shelter
A Lancaster animal shelter has thanked everybody who rallied round to help after a fire broke out at its rehoming centre.
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Police watch over Morecambe War Memorial ahead of Remembrance service
Police have been watching over Morecambe War Memorial ahead of Remembrance Day services after a recent graffiti attack on the monument.
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Lancaster MP calls for urgent action on skip hire site after 'major incident' declared
The MP for Lancaster has called for urgent action to clear a skip hire site after a 'major incident' was declared.
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Details announced of Remembrance Services in Lancaster district
This year's Remembrance Sunday falls on November 12 and a number of services have been arranged in the Lancaster district.
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Leading light in Morecambe Vintage by the Sea becomes new chair at More Music
A driving force behind the Morecambe Vintage by the Sea festival has been named the new chair at More Music.
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Police in Lancaster and Morecambe support road safety event
Lancaster and Morecambe’s Neighbourhood Policing team recently attended a ‘Safe Street’ community event at Morecambe FC Mazuma Stadium.
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'Laser tag' game planned for closed-down shops on Morecambe Prom
A new indoor laser tag attraction is being planned to open on the site of former shops overlooking Morecambe Bay.
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Winners announced at Love Lancaster Business Awards
The winners have been announced at the Love Lancaster Business Awards night after more than 1500 nominations were received.
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Historic home of Lord Ashton in Lancaster boarded up due to fears of vandalism
The future of the home of Lancaster legend Lord Ashton is uncertain after it was boarded up due to fears of vandalism.
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Capernwray Hall near Carnforth removed from Heritage at Risk Register
A historic landmark near Carnforth had been removed from Historic England’s annual Heritage at Risk Register.
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Lifeline announced for Platform concert venue in Morecambe
The Platform looks likely to remain open after all after a leading councillor pledged to fight to keep it running as a concert venue.
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Residents and Morecambe MP fight against plan for new children's home in Bare
Residents and the Morecambe MP are campaigning against plans to convert a house in Bare into a children's care home.
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INTERVIEW: Comic book fan opens her first 'Miss Frog' store in Lancaster shopping centre
A new shop called 'Miss Frog' has hopped into a Lancaster shopping centre!
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Renowned horse and carriage firm mourns loss of much-loved 'Master'
A firm renowned for providing horse-drawn carriages for special occasions has announced the death of one of its most popular horses.
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Owners will reopen Carnforth pub under new management
Owners of a Carnforth canalside pub say they are aiming to reopen under new management 'as soon as possible'.
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Lancaster will still have 'appropriate number' of car parking spaces says council
Lancaster city centre will still have "the appropriate number" of car parking spaces in future - says the council - amid fears over the closure of car parks.
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Light Up Lancaster "breaks records" for crowds in city centre
The Light Up Lancaster event saw a record-breaking surge in numbers in the city centre, say organisers.
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New family Christmas event in Lancaster goes on recruitment drive for elves
Organisers of a new family Christmas event are looking for some little helpers for Santa.
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New gym opens in former dance studio in Morecambe
A new gym has opened in a former dance studio on Morecambe Prom.
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New student flats scheme approved at last remnant of Lancaster's industrial empire
Plans to convert the last remaining part of Lancaster's most famous industrial empire into student flats have been approved.
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Plans for new roof at Lancaster Music Co-Op given thumbs up
Plans to reopen the Lancaster Musicians' Co-Op have taken a step forward after a new roof was given the thumbs up.
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Controversial flats plan opposite Lancaster music venue gets green light
A controversial flats plan opposite a popular Lancaster music venue has been given approval.
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Lancaster City Museum celebrates centenary
One hundred years to the day since it opened, a celebratory event was held at Lancaster City Museum to mark the milestone over the weekend.
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Crews tackle Carnforth derelict building blaze
Fire crews tackled a blaze at a derelict building in Carnforth this morning.
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Police appeal after vehicle crashes into bridge in North Lancashire
Police are appealing for information after a vehicle crashed into a bridge in North Lancashire this morning.
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Lancaster artist is "a real inspiration" as he goes back to his old school
A popular artist has inspired pupils with his story and his skills at his former school in Lancaster.
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Government officials visit Eden Project Morecambe site after 'thorough review of progress'
Government officials have visited the site of the planned Eden Project Morecambe.
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Lancaster University gets £21m to decarbonise campus
A major new investment will help Lancaster University to further decarbonise its campus and help towards achieving a Net Zero future.
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Council secures listed Lancaster building after owners fail to carry out work
Lancaster City Council has stepped in to make a Grade II listed building secure and weathertight after legal notices demanding action were repeatedly ignored.
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Morecambe lifeboat scrambled after report of ‘swimmer in trouble’
Morecambe’s lifeboat crew were called out after receiving a report of a ‘swimmer in trouble’.
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Detective renews appeal for information as Lancaster murder probe continues
A detective inspector has renewed an appeal for information as police continue to investigate the murder of a Lancaster man in July.
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Schoolboy wins art contest designed to show off beauty of Morecambe
A talented schoolboy has won a competition to help design an annual calendar promoting the beauty of Morecambe.
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Lancaster BID announce Christmas Toy Appeal to return
Lancaster BID has announced its Christmas Toy Appeal will return, following the success of last year's campaign.
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Lib Dems announce Morecambe and Lunesdale candidate for next general election
The Liberal Democrats have annnounced their candidate for the Morecambe and Lunesdale seat at the next general election.
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Wonderful gift for Lancaster pub as much-loved painting is returned 40 years on
A Lancaster pub has been reunited with a long-lost piece of its history thanks to the power of social media.
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Passengers advised of urgent Lancaster station lift repairs next week
Rail passengers are being advised of urgent lift repairs at Lancaster station next week which will mean no step-free access to platforms 4 and 5.
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UPDATE: Man bailed after arrest on suspicion of racist abuse at Barrow v Morecambe match
A man has been bailed after he was arrested on suspicion of racially abusing a Barrow AFC staff member during the game with Morecambe earlier this week.
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Light Up Lancaster festival set to illuminate the city
A newly-extended Light Up Lancaster festival is set to get under way.
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Police appeal after Morecambe JCB theft
Police are appealing for information after a JCB was stolen in Morecambe.
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Birthday card bonanza in Lancaster to celebrate 102-year-old Sybil's big day
More than 220 cards from across the UK and as far afield as Italy have arrived at a Lancaster care home to mark a resident's 102nd birthday.
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Detective says police search for missing Daniel Hives 'still very much active'
A detective inspector says a police search for a man who went missing from Lancaster remains "very much active" after claims that it had ended.
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Morecambe residents celebrate Halloween with first ever 'Scarycrow Trail'
Residents in Morecambe have been displaying 'Halloween scarecrows' in their gardens for a new competition.
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Plans revealed for new student flats at former garage in Lancaster
Plans have been announced for new student flats on the derelict site of a former garage in Lancaster.
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Youngsters from Lancaster theatre school dance their hearts out at Disneyland Paris
A group of young dancers from the Lancaster area have performed in front of one of their biggest ever audiences at Disneyland.
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INTERVIEW: Morecambe dad says Halloween fundraiser 'means so much' as wife battles cancer
A dad-of-three who battled cancer says a fundraising Halloween display in his garden is all the more poignant this year because his wife is now also fighting the disease.
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Lancaster and Morecambe rail ticket offices to remain open after government U-turn
The railway station ticket offices at Lancaster and Morecambe will remain open, following a government U-turn on plans to scrap them.
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Children in Lancaster hospital get Halloween treat thanks to Team Reece
Sensationally spooky Halloween displays have been delighting young patients at a Lancaster hospital as part of the legacy of a very special boy.
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Residents begin fight against plans for 200 new homes near Bay Gateway
Residents have begun a fight against plans to build 200 new houses near the Bay Gateway.
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Controversial flats plan opposite Lancaster venue could go ahead despite 1800 objections
A controversial flats plan opposite a Lancaster music venue has been recommended for approval despite almost 1800 objections from the public.
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New kerbside coffee pod recycling service comes to the Lancaster district
Lancaster City Council is launching a new scheme to help residents to recycle used coffee pods.
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Arndale shopping centre in Morecambe sold prior to auction
The Arndale shopping centre in Morecambe has been sold prior to auction.
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Fundraiser launched to help find man who went missing in Lancaster almost 11 months ago
An online fundraiser has been launched to help find a man who went missing in Lancaster in December 2022.
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New Heysham coffee shop and wine bar opens its doors
A brand new coffee shop and wine bar has opened its doors in Heysham for the first time.
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New record store set to open in Lancaster
A new vinyl record store will open in Lancaster city centre next month.
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Tyson Fury gets off the floor to edge Francis Ngannou by split decision
Tyson Fury won a split decision points victory over Francis Ngannou but had to get off the floor to do so.
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UPDATED: ‘Dangerously out of control’ dogs seized after horses attacked in Lancaster field
Police have seized two ‘dangerously out of control dogs’ after horses were attacked in a field in Lancaster.
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Galaxy of stars including Cristiano Ronaldo turn out for gala event on eve of Tyson Fury fight
A who's who of superstars from sport and showbiz - including footballer Cristiano Ronaldo and rapper Eminem - turned out for a gala event the night before Tyson Fury's big fight.
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Lancaster man takes on ultimate challenge in Japan to help Morecambe charity
A Lancaster man has completed 'Japan's Ultimate Urban Challenge' to raise money for a Morecambe-based charity.
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‘Aggressive beggar’ behind bars after incident at Royal Lancaster Infirmary
A man is behind bars after being aggressive and abusive to staff at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary.
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Football fans urged to donate to Morecambe Bay Foodbank this weekend
Donations for the local foodbank will be accepted before this weekend’s Morecambe FC home match against AFC Wimbledon.
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Extra CCTV for Lancaster nightclubs after £288,000 boost
Lancaster city centre nightclubs will be given extra CCTV cameras thanks to a £288,000 cash boost.
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Heysham singer releases autobiography for Lancaster hospice
A singer and songwriter from Heysham has released his life story with all proceeds going to St John's Hospice in Lancaster.
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Carnforth doctor receives MBE from King Charles at Buckingham Palace
A Carnforth GP has been awarded an MBE by King Charles III at Buckingham Place.
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Plans to convert historic Lancaster pump house into student flats recommended for approval
Plans to convert a historic Lancaster pump house into student flats have been recommended for approval.
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TV documentary re-visits murder of Heysham pensioner
The murder of a 94-year-old woman in Heysham has been re-visited on a Channel 5 TV documentary.
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Hotel in Morecambe to no longer house asylum seekers by end of January
A hotel in Morecambe will no longer be used as accommodation for asylum seekers from the end of January 2024.
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INTERVIEWS: Excitement as Lancaster version of Monopoly is launched at Ashton Memorial
Excitement was in the air as the new Lancaster edition of the Monopoly board game was officially launched at the Ashton Memorial.
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Report: Bolton-le-Sands Horticultural Society Autumn Show
Bolton-le-Sands Horticultural Society's 74th Annual Autumn Show was held last weekend.
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INTERVIEW: Lancaster Olympic medallist's new dementia art exhibition pays tribute to his dad
A double Olympian has opened an exhibition in Lancaster hoping to raise awareness of dementia in memory of his dad.
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Last chance to have your say on Bay Gateway cycle lane proposal
A Lancaster man whose dad was given hours to live after being hit by a truck while cycling on the Bay Gateway is appealing for one last push in his efforts for a cycle path to be installed.
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Lancaster hotel welcomes trainee chef from Romania in new Academy intake
A Lancaster hotel has recruited a trainee chef from Romania to join a fledgling group of students aspiring to forge careers in the hospitality and catering industry.
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Grants available for drug and alcohol projects in Lancaster and Morecambe
Grants of up to £4,000 are available to assist with drug and alcohol support projects in Lancaster and Morecambe.
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Bolton-le-Sands mum crowned Europe’s strongest woman
A mum from Bolton-le-Sands has been crowned the strongest woman in Europe for the second year running.
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Morecambe Bay Academy judged 'Good' in latest Ofsted inspection
Morecambe Bay Academy has been judged to be ‘good’ in all areas following its latest Ofsted inspection.
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New Lancaster Monopoly goes on sale as local landmarks in game are revealed
The new Lancaster edition of the Monopoly board game goes on sale today (October 24) and all the local landmarks and organisations on the board have been revealed.
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Bar and barbershop to open in former GoBurrito in Morecambe
A new bar and a barbershop are set to open in one of the most prominent locations on Morecambe Prom.
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Lancaster Bus Station fully reopens after manhole work disrupts services for 24 hours
Lancaster Bus Station is now fully open once again after repairs to a manhole cover were completed.
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Community rallies round Lancaster charity shop after burglary causes "absolute devastation"
Customers have rallied round to help a Lancaster charity shop after £1,000 in takings was stolen and its office was ransacked.
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Could a McDonald’s be coming to Carnforth?
The fast food chain, McDonald’s, is asking for views on the possibility of opening a branch in Carnforth.
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Appeal after car flips onto roof in Caton collision
Police are appealing for information after a car ended up on its roof following a collision in Caton over the weekend.
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Morecambe fans spend night stranded in motorway services after minibus breakdown
A group of Morecambe fans had to spend the night stranded in a motorway service station after their minibus broke down on the way back from watching the Shrimps at the weekend.
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Company prosecuted for illegal advertisements on M6 near Lancaster
A company has been prosecuted for illegal advertising in fields next to the M6 near Lancaster.
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Utility workers to the rescue after Morecambe traffic accident
A team of United Utilities engineers found themselves in the right place at the right time to leap to the rescue after a vehicle collision on a busy Morecambe road.
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Morecambe sportsman and solicitor releases autobiography
A sportsman who rose from humble beginnings in Malaysia to become a highly-respected solicitor in Morecambe has released his autobiography.
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Firefighters tackle house fire in centre of Morecambe
Firefighters have tackled a house fire in central Morecambe.
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Part of Lancaster bus station forced to close again due to roadworks
Several stands at Lancaster Bus Station have been forced to shut due to roadworks - the second such closure this year.
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Dozens arrested in Lancashire county lines blitz
Fifty people have been arrested, cash, weapons and mobile phones seized and drugs recovered as part of a major police crackdown.
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Public meeting to be held on future of Lancaster city centre car parking
Plans for the future of car parking in Lancaster city centre will be discussed at an event at the Grand Theatre.
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Lancaster performing arts school to appear at Disneyland Paris
Pupils from a Lancaster performing arts school are heading off to perform at Disneyland.
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Homeless Morecambe man back in jail
A Morecambe homeless man will spend Christmas behind bars after being sent back to prison having only been recently released.
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Delivery driver has van stolen in Lancaster robbery
Police are appealing for information after a delivery driver had his van stolen during a robbery in Lancaster this afternoon.
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Light Up Lancaster’s ‘Quay Partners’ will help make event a success
A group of Lancaster quayside businesses are teaming up as part of next month’s Light Up Lancaster.
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Carnforth bistro thrives after pandemic struggles
A café and catering business in Carnforth is celebrating a successful year after negotiating the difficulties of the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Heritage Plaque will commemorate 200 years of Lancaster Medical Book Club
A special plaque will be unveiled to mark the fascinating history of a Lancaster book club on its 200th anniversary.
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Police chief calls for students to be watchful after arrests made for Lancaster flats burglaries
A police inspector has advised students to be on their guard after arrests were made for burglaries of Lancaster city centre flats.
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Lancaster charity shops burgled as £1,000 in takings stolen
Charity shops in Lancaster city centre have been burgled including one where £1,000 in takings was stolen.
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Work to begin on restoring Morecambe Winter Gardens floor after £45,000 target reached
The team at the Morecambe Winter Gardens are delighted after they reached a £45,000 fundraising target to restore the theatre foyer's mosaic floor.
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Tributes paid to Lancaster University manager who died after tragic rowing incident in River Lune
Tributes have been paid to an "extremely popular and personable" Lancaster University manager and member of a local rowing club who died after a tragic incident in the River Lune.
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Morecambe man becomes world wheelchair darts champion
A Morecambe player has triumphed in the wheelchair category at the World Disability Darts Association championships.
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Mayor of Lancaster launches Christmas card competition
The Mayor of Lancaster is asking primary school age pupils from across the district to design him a Christmas card.
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Rearranged date for International Booker Prize winner’s Lancaster lecture
Lancaster’s Litfest has confirmed a new date for a lecture due to be given by an International Booker Prize winner.
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New discount store to open in former Lancaster bank
A new discount store is set to open in a former bank in Lancaster city centre.
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PHOTOS: Beyond Radio hosts 2023 Morecambe Colour Dash for St John's Hospice
Hundreds of people have taken part in the 2023 Morecambe Colour Dash for St John's Hospice hosted by Beyond Radio.
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Woman suffers serious injuries after collision near Lancaster
Police are appealing for witnesses after a collision near Lancaster that left a woman with serious injuries.
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INTERVIEWS: Lancaster Music Festival rocks as a triumphant celebration of the city
Lancaster Music Festival was a huge success as a celebration of music and everything the city has to offer and Beyond Radio loved being part of it!
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Customers pay respects after death of long-time owner of Lancaster Italian restaurant
More than 100 customers of a Lancaster Italian restaurant have paid their respects to its long-time owner who has died aged 80.
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Time running out to have say on Carnforth resident parking scheme
Views are being sought on a potential resident’s parking scheme for Carnforth.
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Let's Get Brushing campaign aims to get Morecambe kids to start as early as possible
Morecambe families with young children are being urged to begin brushing their teeth with a fluoride toothpaste, twice a day, from as early as possible as part of a new campaign.
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Four people arrested after drugs and weapons found in car on M6 at Lancaster
Four people have been arrested after drugs and weapons were found in a car on M6 at Lancaster.
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Family memories revealed in new book detailing ‘definitive story’ of Morecambe and Wise
A new book has been published promising the ‘definitive story’ of Morecambe and Wise, told by the people closest to the iconic comedy duo.
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Movie actor Andy Serkis among crowds at Lancaster Music Festival
Acclaimed film actor Andy Serkis returned to his old stomping ground to take in some of the sights and sounds of the Lancaster Music Festival.
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Residents asked to give their views on taxi services in Lancaster and Morecambe area
Residents are being asked to give their views to help improve licensed taxi services across the district.
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INTERVIEW: Morecambe DJ appears on Coronation Street as Stephen Reid serial killer story reaches dramatic finale
A club DJ from Morecambe had a part to play in one of Coronation Street's biggest storylines inadvertently helping serial killer Stephen Reid plan his escape from justice!
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Residents could help revamp land in Morecambe in 'Patches for People' scheme
Two much-loved green spaces in residential areas of Morecambe have been chosen as pilots for a potential new 'Patches for People' scheme.
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School children visit Lancaster’s Judges' Lodgings Museum to mark Black History Month
School children were given a special tour from the artist behind a poignant exhibition at Judges' Lodgings Museum in Lancaster as part of Black History Month.
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Police appeal after Bolton-le-Sands collision
Police are appealing for witnesses and dash cam footage after a road traffic collision in Bolton-le-Sands.
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Lancaster Music Festival set to bring thousands to city over four days
Lancaster Music Festival gets under way today (Thursday October 12) with thousands expected to descend on the city for four days of live music.
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INTERVIEW: New Yorkers raise £3,300 to help breathe life into former Morecambe cinema and nightclub
Plans to transform a former cinema and nightclub in Morecambe have received a £3,300 boost from a most unlikely source - the customers of a New York hairdresser.
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Latest ‘Mini Police’ initiative launches in Lancaster
The latest ‘Mini Police’ initiative has launched in Lancaster.