Beyond Radio News

A Lancaster University professor, who has championed compassionate and effective services for women whose children are at risk of entering the care system, has received an OBE in the King’s Birthday Honours.

A long-established hotel in Morecambe could be demolished to make way for a seven-storey aparthotel.

A developer has launched an appeal as a row over plans to build 110 homes in Lancaster continues.

The Morecambe and Lancaster MPs have spoken out after a busy week in Parliament included a government U-turn on winter fuel payments to pensioners and a spending review.

Lancaster and Morecambe College will be closed today (Friday June 13) due to emergency work on a water main.

Special permission has been granted to allow a phone mast to be put up on the top of the famous Pennine Tower at Forton Services.

A D-Day hero from Morecambe who helped to liberate Europe during the Second World War is set to celebrate his 100th birthday.

Lancashire Constabulary is set to benefit from an additional 53 police officers, as well as 30 new police community support officers and 20 special constables, thanks to extra Home Office funding.

Firefighters have tackled a caravan fire in Lancaster.

Plans for a £10m revamp of student flats in a former mill in Lancaster look set to be given the green light.

Hundreds of people have registered to take part in this year's Moonlight Walk for St John's Hospice and there is still time to sign up.

The Eden Project has said goodbye to a driving force behind their new Morecambe attraction while also welcoming a new face.

An Eden Project chief has called for Morecambe residents to "keep the faith" over their long-awaited attraction on the Promenade after he was told many locals are suffering from "Eden fatigue".

WH Smith has applied for permission for new signs at its shop in Lancaster ahead of its change of name.

Lancaster has retained its crown as the top university in North West England in the Complete University Guide 2026.

A star from hit TV show Gladiators delighted children on a visit to local schools.

A spokesman for the prospective buyers of Morecambe FC has told Beyond Radio there are "exciting times ahead" for the club.

A Nether Kellet based company has been ordered by a court to pay more than £37,000 after failing to comply with a planning enforcement notice.

The 175th anniversary of the completion and opening of the Leeds to Morecambe railway line has been celebrated.

Excited onlookers spoke to Beyond Radio outside Lancaster Castle about what the King's visit meant to them.

A number of people from South Cumbria have been recognised in the King's Birthday Honours for 2025.

Kirkby Lonsdale has a new landmark which its creator hopes will reflect the heritage of the town and serve as a symbol for civic pride.

The waiting shelter at Silverdale station has been restored, improving the experience for customers travelling along the scenic Cumbrian coast.

Three 10-year-old boys have been arrested on suspicion of burglary in Kirkby Lonsdale.

New revamped trains and extra services have been added to the West Coast Main Line as a nationwide shake-up of timetables came into effect.

Lancaster light heavyweight Troy Gallagher scored a comfortable points win in his third professional fight.

Morecambe travelled to Fylde looking to get back to winning ways after three consecutive losses in the league. 

A spokesman for the prospective buyers of Morecambe FC has told Beyond Radio there are "exciting times ahead" for the club.

The long-awaited sale of Morecambe Football Club has been cleared by the English Football League.

John McGuinness MBE finished in seventh and 16th place in his two starts at this year's Isle of Man TT races.

A Beyond Radio presenter has started work as a volunteer for the hospice in Lancaster.

Beyond Radio was honoured to be invited to meet the King at a special reception for local community groups at Lancaster Castle.

We were delighted to welcome local favourites, The Size, into the studio for a session in the Beyond Radio Live Lounge this week.

Beyond Radio has hosted the live music stage at a popular community festival in Lancaster.

Beyond Radio is delighted to welcome Andy Lawson as the new host of our Breakfast show.

We were delighted to welcome local favourites, The Size, into the studio for a session in the Beyond Radio Live Lounge this week.

Top rock band Massive Wagons will play two shows at The Great Hall at Lancaster University - historically a hotbed venue for the biggest names in music.

A mix of surf, punk, psychobilly, 60s garage rock, spaghetti western soundtracks and outsider country and blues is in the offing this Friday as Lancaster Music Co-op hosts its latest monthly fundraiser at The Pub.

Popular local singer-songwriter, Molly Warburton, paid a visit to the Beyond Radio studios to surprise one of our presenters.

An acclaimed screen, stage and radio writer will next week bring tales of his time travelling across Europe in the 1970s to Lancaster University for a special evening in support of Lancaster Music Co-op.

A new craft ale bar has opened inside an iconic former restaurant on the Prom to a hugely positive response from locals and visitors alike.

A new McDonalds is set to open in a closed-down former restaurant in Morecambe after plans were approved.

A new takeaway serving traditional Turkish cuisine has opened in Morecambe.

The fast-food chain McDonald’s have revealed plans to open a branch in Carnforth.

A Lancaster Forces veteran and construction firm boss is set to take on a 48-day double marathon challenge in full combat boots and pants.

A fun and colourful family show with a serious message written by Tracy Beaker author Jacqueline Wilson is set to open in Lancaster.

Everyone is invited to join in the fun at an annual celebration of Bare village in Morecambe.

Here is our What's On Guide for the coming week of entertainment.

One of dance music's best known DJs will headline a 35th anniversary night in Morecambe after surviving a horrific car crash.

A festival bringing together 1980s goth and punk bands - held to celebrate the Summer Solstice - will be held at the Winter Gardens in Morecambe for the first time.

A historic Lancaster pub located inside 17th century wine cellars is celebrating its 40th birthday.

Cosy Homes is offering Government funded grants for heating, insulation and more.

A business helping students to find quality accommodation in Lancaster is celebrating a significant milestone.

Eden Private Hire is going from strength to strength providing taxi, private hire and coach hire services throughout the local area.

An estate agent is celebrating 30 years of business in Lancaster.