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INTERVIEW: Top promoter joins team on Morecambe's longest running music festival
A man with years of experience of promoting and producing major live music concerts has joined the team to help keep Morecambe's longest running festival alive.
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Morecambe BID issue warning about kids climbing on rooftops
Officials from Morecambe BID says they’ve received numerous reports about children climbing onto rooftops of local buildings.
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INTERVIEW: Awards to be held in Morecambe celebrating amazing work of volunteers
Nominations are open for awards recognising the amazing work of volunteers across the Lancaster and Morecambe District.
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Crews tackle building fire in Morecambe
Firefighters were called to a building fire in the Westgate area of Morecambe.
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ELECTIONS: Lancashire goes to the polls - everything you need to know
Here is our guide to the Lancashire County Council elections 2025.
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Lancaster University researchers on the case to find mock jurors in the name of justice
A new appeal for members of the public to step forward and be mock jurors has been launched by a team of researchers at Lancaster University Law School.
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First 'behind the glass' Ukrainian food shop opens in Lancaster shopping centre
A store where you can watch cooks produce traditional Ukrainian food has opened in a Lancaster shopping centre.
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Singer Frank Turner's Lancaster charity gig raises more than £26K
A sold-out gig in Lancaster by singer songwriter Frank Turner has raised more than £26,000 for a charity.
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Beyond Radio boss, Lancaster MP, running rhino and giant medal all complete London Marathon 2025
The London Marathon always brings its fair share of local success stories and this year included one very close to home for Beyond Radio.
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Closure announced of Morecambe town centre butchers
A traditional butchers in the heart of Morecambe town centre will close its doors for the final time.
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Police called in after spate of deliberate fires in Morecambe park
Extra police patrols will be asked for following a spate of deliberate fires in a Morecambe park.
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Witness appeal after assault outside Lancaster food outlet
Police are appealing for information after an assault outside a Lancaster fast food restaurant.
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Lancaster submariner takes on almost 70 mile run in memory of friend who took his own life
A submariner from Lancaster will run almost 70 miles in memory of a friend who took his own life.
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Morecambe man appears in court charged with causing death of teenage boy by dangerous driving
A man has been remanded in custody charged with causing the death of a teenage boy by dangerous driving.
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Bomb squad carry out controlled explosion after suspicious package found in Lancaster city centre
Explosives experts have been on the scene of where a suspicious package was found in Lancaster city centre.
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BREAKING: Staff evacuated from Lancaster shops as road sealed off due to suspicious package
A main road through Lancaster city centre has been closed off and staff from nearby shops evacuated after a suspicious package was found.
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Family pays tribute after death in Morecambe of much-loved teenage boxing champion
The family of an 18-year-old boxing champion who died in a road collision in Morecambe have paid tribute to their 'caring and beautiful boy'.
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Bolton-le-Sands childminder launches new online guide for parents
A childminder from Bolton-le-Sands has launched a new website aimed at becoming a comprehensive guide for parents across the local area.
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Hero "overwhelmed" by touching message from brothers he saved from Lancaster fire 35 years ago
An Armed Forces veteran from Morecambe who saved a family from a burning Lancaster flat 35 years ago has received a touching message from the brothers he rescued.
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Family pays touching tribute to Morecambe teenager who died in M6 road crash
The family of a Morecambe teenager who died after a crash on the M6 have paid tribute to their 'loving, generous boy'.
South Cumbria News
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Art auction will raise money for Kirkby Lonsdale recovery appeal
An art auction as part of the Kirkby Lonsdale Fire Disaster Recover Appeal takes place later this week.
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Lancaster University professor joins Michael Portillo on Great British Railways Journeys TV show
A Lancaster University professor is on track to help railway guru Michael Portillo uncover the delights of Cumbria in the new series of 'Great British Railways Journeys' on BBC TV.
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Town centre road in Kirkby Lonsdale closed after fire is now open
Market Street in Kirkby Lonsdale has reopened to vehicles, after it closed following a major fire in December.
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Beyond Radio presenter's new book on Cumbrian wool helps Lancaster charity
A Beyond Radio presenter has written a good yarn - quite literally! - while helping raise funds for a Lancaster youth charity.
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Lorry driver from Morecambe arrested after positive roadside drug test
A lorry driver from Morecambe was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs in the South Lakes.
Local Sport
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Morecambe defender Luke Hendrie named Shrimps Live Player of the Season
Morecambe defender, Luke Hendrie, is the Beyond Radio Shrimps Live Player of the Season 2024/25.
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INTERVIEW: Morecambe FC co-chairmen look to future after relegation to National League
The co-chairmen of Morecambe Football Club have given their first interview to Beyond Radio since relegation from the football league.
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Lancaster Phoenix sees record number of korfballers
Lancaster Phoenix saw record numbers for their annual Easter korfball tournament at the weekend, with more than 50 youth players competing alongside an adult competition.
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Bare Cricket Club expands with two new teams for 2025 season
Bare Cricket Club will field two new teams for the 2025 season, enhancing their commitment to community engagement and talent development.
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Lancaster City’s season comes to an end with draw at Matlock Town
A 1-1 draw away at Matlock Town bought Lancaster City’s Northern Premier League season to a close.
Beyond Radio Station News
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Morecambe defender Luke Hendrie named Shrimps Live Player of the Season
Morecambe defender, Luke Hendrie, is the Beyond Radio Shrimps Live Player of the Season 2024/25.
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Beyond Radio boss, Lancaster MP, running rhino and giant medal all complete London Marathon 2025
The London Marathon always brings its fair share of local success stories and this year included one very close to home for Beyond Radio.
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Wray Scarecrow Festival gets under way this weekend
'Circus' is the theme for the annual Wray Scarecrow Festival and Fair, which gets under way this weekend.
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Beyond Radio presenter's new book on Cumbrian wool helps Lancaster charity
A Beyond Radio presenter has written a good yarn - quite literally! - while helping raise funds for a Lancaster youth charity.
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PHOTOS: Beyond Bear goes out and about on the Big Lancaster Spring Clean
Beyond Bear has been keeping Lancaster tidy as part of a project to tackle litter in the city centre.
Local Music News
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INTERVIEW: Top promoter joins team on Morecambe's longest running music festival
A man with years of experience of promoting and producing major live music concerts has joined the team to help keep Morecambe's longest running festival alive.
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Lancaster rocker reunited with iconic electric guitar after theft from gig in Germany
A member of Lancaster rock band Massive Wagons has spoken of his relief to be reunited with his iconic guitar after it was stolen from a gig.
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Lancaster music lovers can enjoy a late ‘Breakfast’
A hotly-tipped desert rock trio headline Lancaster Music Co-op’s monthly free music showcase this week.
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Venues announced for 2025 Morecambe Music Festival
Thirty four venues have been announced for this year's Morecambe Music Festival.
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Annual 'March of the Mods' in Morecambe raises £13K for Teenage Cancer Trust
A total of £13,000 has been raised for the Teenage Cancer Trust at an annual celebration of mod culture in Morecambe.
Business News
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First 'behind the glass' Ukrainian food shop opens in Lancaster shopping centre
A store where you can watch cooks produce traditional Ukrainian food has opened in a Lancaster shopping centre.
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Closure announced of Morecambe town centre butchers
A traditional butchers in the heart of Morecambe town centre will close its doors for the final time.
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Bolton-le-Sands childminder launches new online guide for parents
A childminder from Bolton-le-Sands has launched a new website aimed at becoming a comprehensive guide for parents across the local area.
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New craft beer pub set to open at former home of Morecambe restaurant
A new craft ale bar will open at the home of a former Morecambe restaurant which closed last year.
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INTERVIEW: New team set to reopen bar on Morecambe seafront
The new team at a Morecambe seafront bar are preparing to reopen its doors.
What's On
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INTERVIEW: Willy Wonka and Charlies chat ahead of 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' show in Lancaster
Get ready to be transported to a world of pure imagination and golden tickets as Charlie and the Chocolate Factory comes to the Lancaster Grand.
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What's On Guide WC April 28
Here is your weekly guide to local entertainment.
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Circus, dance and theatre combine for baking-based show in Lancaster
A show that combines circus, dance and baking comes to the Nuffield Theatre at Lancaster University on Thursday May 1.
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Wray Scarecrow Festival gets under way this weekend
'Circus' is the theme for the annual Wray Scarecrow Festival and Fair, which gets under way this weekend.
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Lancaster music lovers can enjoy a late ‘Breakfast’
A hotly-tipped desert rock trio headline Lancaster Music Co-op’s monthly free music showcase this week.
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.