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• Lancaster primary school recognised for healthy food initiatives

  A primary school in Lancaster has been recognised for its commitment to promoting a healthy food culture.

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• Lancaster pupils get royal approval for 'Together at Christmas' carol service

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  People have rallied together to raise thousands of pounds after a man died and residents lost their homes in a fire in Kirkby Lonsdale.

• Millions listen as Morecambe mum who runs toy appeal gets surprise visit from Radio 1

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