Local News
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Storm-damaged Lancaster park cafe to be demolished as talks on replacement continue
A Lancaster park cafe damaged by storms will be demolished in the new year as talks continue on a replacement.
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Council leader defends plans for "smaller" Eden Project Morecambe
The leader of Lancaster City Council has defended the plans for a "smaller" Eden Project in Morecambe.
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World record attempt and TV documentary among ideas for Eric Morecambe's 100th birthday
Ideas to celebrate Eric Morecambe's 100th birthday include a TV documentary, a comedy night, an exhibition and a world record attempt for the most people dressed as the famous comedian.
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Views sought on proposed Lancaster day centre closure
Lancaster City Council is asking for people’s help to respond to proposals that could see the closure of Vale View day centre.
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Praise for Lancaster and Morecambe youngsters who took part in 'tongue movement' project
Young people from Lancaster and Morecambe have been involved in a project to investigate language and identity through artwork.
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Clinic where students offer free legal advice to reopen at Lancaster University
A clinic in Lancaster where university students offer free legal advice to the public will open later this month.
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Lines reopen after train derailment on Scotland-London line
Railway lines north of Preston have reopened following a train derailment on the West Coast Main Line.
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Police arrest two and seize illegal bike in Morecambe
Police have made two arrests and seized an illegal bike after a crackdown in Morecambe town centre.
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ITV commissions sixth series of Morecambe crime drama The Bay
A sixth series of hit television crime drama The Bay has been commissioned by ITV.
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E-bike shop moves from Lancaster to new Carnforth showroom
An e-bike shop is moving from Lancaster city centre to a new location in Carnforth.
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Lancaster workshop to tackle the issue of drink and needle spiking
A powerful and eye-opening event in Lancaster will tackle the issue of drink and needle spiking.
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Morecambe raw feeds shop up for three 'Animal Star' awards
A raw feeds shop in Morecambe has a chance of winning three prestigious awards given to people and businesses who help animals.
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Two new festivals proposed for Morecambe entertainment venue the Platform
Fans of a Morecambe venue are being invited to an open afternoon to hear about plans for its future including two proposed new festivals.
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Second day of disruption as work continues after train derails in Cumbria
Passengers are being asked not to travel north of Preston for the second day running as work continues following the derailment of a train on the West Coast Main Line.
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Morecambe lifeboat crew’s swift response rescues swimmer ‘being swept dangerously out to sea’
The fast actions of the local lifeboat crew saved a swimmer in difficulty from being swept out to sea in Morecambe Bay.
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'Street Meets' announced to answer your questions amid new wheelie bin roll-out
Residents who are worried about major changes to bin collection services can air their views at a series of 'Street Meets'.
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Campaign group welcomes new "life changing" bus service to Morecambe
Campaigners have gathered to welcome a new bus service to Morecambe described as a potential "life changer".
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Lancaster prison worker jailed for drug offences
A mental health counsellor working at Lancaster Farms prison has been jailed for 10 months on misconduct and drugs offences.
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Major disruption as train derails on West Coast Main Line
A train has derailed on the West Coast Main Line this morning.
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Talks begin for events to mark Eric Morecambe's 100th birthday
Talks are under way on plans to hold events to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the birth of Eric Morecambe.
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Lancaster music venue due to shut will now stay open "well into 2026"
A popular Lancaster music venue due to close at the end of the year will now stay open well into 2026.
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Halloween What's On Guide
It's spooky season and here are some of the ghostly goings-on throughout the Lancaster and Morecambe Bay area.
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LISTEN: Launch of new group in Morecambe to help with gambling addiction
A new support group for people struggling with gambling addiction has been set up in Morecambe.
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LISTEN: New centre for people with disabilities to open in historic Lancaster location
A new multi-sensory centre for children and adults with disabilities is set to open at a historic house in Lancaster.
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Mayor of Lancaster launches children's Christmas card competition
The mayor of Lancaster has launched a competition for children to design a Christmas card fit for the King.
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Councillor loses her seat for not attending meetings for six months
A former Tory councillor who lost her seat has explained why she did not attend council meetings for six months.
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Firefighters attend two call-outs for vehicle fires in Lancaster area
Firefighters were called to two separate vehicle fires in the Lancaster District within a 24-hour period.
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Lancaster youth charity announces new CEO
A Lancaster youth charity has appointed its new chief executive officer.
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LISTEN: Lancaster singer-songwriter tells how music saved her life
A Lancaster singer has revealed how music literally saved her life when she was in a coma as a child.
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Warning after youths try to use fake £20 notes in Lancaster shops
Lancaster businesses are being warned to be vigilant after reports of youths trying to spend fake £20 notes in shops.
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LISTEN: Beyond Radio presenter talks about living with a visible difference at Halloween
A Beyond Radio presenter who lost an eye to cancer has spoken about the challenges of living with a visible difference at Halloween.
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Firefighters called to outbuilding fire in Morecambe
Crews have tackled an outbuilding fire on the front in Morecambe.
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Appeal after death of badly injured puppy found in cage at Lancaster riverside
The RSPCA has launched an appeal after the death of a puppy who was found on a footpath in Lancaster. (Please note, some may find the images in this story distressing.)
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LISTEN: Beyond Bear locked up as 'Jail and Bail' raises thousands for Lancaster hospice
Naughty Beyond Bear was locked up for the second year running to help raise funds for the St John's Hospice 'Jail and Bail'.
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Residents invited to attend Remembrance Sunday services across Lancaster district
This year's Remembrance Sunday falls on November 9 and a number of services have been arranged across the Lancaster district.
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Payphone on Lancaster street stages photo exhibition as its last hurrah
A photographer's exhibition of life on a Lancaster shopping street has gone on display inside a public phone box before it is removed for good.
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Residents to help create new remembrance display for Morecambe train station
More than 500 metal poppies will be painted for a special remembrance-themed display at Morecambe train station - and residents have been invited to get involved.
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Plans go in for 'phase 2' of housing development at village near Carnforth
Plans have been submitted for 37 new homes as the second phase of a housing development in Over Kellet.
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Illegal cigarettes and vapes valued at £3,000 seized from Lancaster shop
Police have seized thousands of pounds worth of illicit cigarettes and vapes from a shop in Lancaster as part of proactive operations to target businesses flouting the law across Lancashire.
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New all-weather sports pitches at Heysham get green light
Plans for new multi-use sports pitches in Heysham have been given the go-ahead.
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Lancaster hospital bosses take extra measures to cope with pressures on services
The Trust that runs the Royal Lancaster Infirmary says it's taking additional steps to maintain safe services and cope with growing demands.
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New houses and care home at Slyne are approved again
A new housing and care home scheme at Slyne has again been given planning permission.
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Fire crews rescue foal stuck in mud near Bay Gateway
Fire crews were called out to rescue an animal trapped in mud on land near to the Bay Gateway.
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New housing on Lancaster city centre car park gets thumbs up
Plans to build houses on a Lancaster car park have been approved despite claims that "it isn't the right site or the right time".
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Skerton High School and Mainway housing plans move forward
A new approach to delivering much-needed affordable homes in Skerton has been approved by Lancaster City Council.
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Our guide to local public bonfire events and fireworks displays
Here is a list of some of the local bonfire night events and fireworks displays announced for this November.
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Chance to meet your neighbourhood policing team across Lancaster district
A mobile police station will be set up at various location across the Lancaster district this week.
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‘Close call’ as man rescued from quicksand in Morecambe Bay
A man had to be rescued from quicksand in Morecambe Bay over the weekend, in what emergency teams described as a ‘close call’.
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Morecambe man given 15 year sentence for causing death of taxi passenger by dangerous driving
A Morecambe man has been jailed after admitting causing the death of a taxi passenger by dangerous driving.
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LISTEN: Light Up Lancaster set to illuminate city once again
Lancaster's celebrated festival of light will return for three days of magical illuminated artworks.
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LISTEN: Lancaster school pupils and The Thick of It writer team up on time travel film
Pupils at a Lancaster school and an Emmy-winning writer have joined forces once again - this time to make a film about time travel.
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Lancaster and Morecambe stage school wows audiences in London's theatreland
Musical theatre students from Lancaster and Morecambe have performed in the heart of London's West End.
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Talk on 'China's Sea Power and UK Security' to be held in Lancaster
World-leading experts will gather in Lancaster next month to examine the expansion and global implications of China’s maritime power and its significance for UK security.
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Theatrical scavenger hunt coming to secret locations in Morecambe
The streets, buildings, nooks and crannies of Morecambe will be the stage for an undercover scavenger hunt.
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Owners reveal more on plans to tidy up eyesore Morecambe alleyway
Owners of a derelict alleyway overlooking Morecambe seafront have revealed more on their plans after a long-awaited revamp was approved.
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Lancashire leaders meet to tackle violence against women and girls
Leaders from across Lancashire have joined forces to tackle violence against women and girls across the county.
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Man handed ban from Lancaster city centre
A man has been given a Criminal Behaviour Order banning him from Lancaster city centre.
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Teacher from Carnforth sentenced after admitting incidentally assaulting child
A teacher from Carnforth has been sentenced for non-recent sex abuse on a female student.
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Lancaster food business fined £20,000 for health and safety breaches
A Lancaster food business has been handed a £20,000 fine for health and safety failures.
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Reopening date announced for popular Lancaster pub
The reopening date for a popular pub in Lancaster city centre has been announced after a long period of closure.
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Lancaster Pizza Hut closes after administrators appointed
The Lancaster branch of Pizza Hut is among 79 outlets to close nationwide after administrators were appointed.
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Witness sought after attempted knifepoint robbery in Morecambe
Police are investigating after a woman was robbed at knifepoint on a street in Morecambe over the weekend.
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PHOTOS: Intrepid team treks across iconic pilgrimage route for Lancaster hospice
A group of intrepid local adventurers have completed a charity trek across a famous ancient Spanish pilgrimage route to raise money for a Lancaster hospice.
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First glimpse of Eden Project Morecambe to go on display at Chelsea Flower Show
A garden to be part of Eden Project Morecambe - named with a nod to the town's favourite son - will go on display at the world famous Chelsea Flower Show.
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Carnforth Town Council award funding to swimming pool solar panels
Carnforth Town Council has awarded £3,000 to support the installation of solar panels at the local community swimming pool.
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Eden Project seeks green light for design changes to £100m Morecambe attraction
An updated planning application has gone in for the Eden Project Morecambe - described as a "once in a generation opportunity" for the town.
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Man charged following burglary and theft in Morecambe
A man will appear in court after being charged with offences including a burglary in Morecambe earlier this month.
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'The Traitors' game featuring Beyond Radio raises £6400 for Lancaster cancer charity
An evening of deceit, code-breaking and fun based on hit TV show 'The Traitors' - and involving Beyond Radio - has raised more than £6400 for a Lancaster cancer charity.
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Search for young heroes of Lancashire gets under way
A search for the county's most inspiring young people has been launched.
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Lancaster declares itself a Butterfly-Friendly City
Lancaster City Council has announced a pledge to become a Butterfly-Friendly City in partnership with national charity Butterfly Conservation.
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LISTEN: How creative team are bringing 'Good Things' to Morecambe
A group of creative people are literally bringing 'Good Things' to Morecambe and have big plans to expand their work further.
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Baylight organisers’ new Chair promises ‘even more spectacular’ event in 2027
The new Chair of the organisation behind Morecambe’s popular Baylight Festival says the event will return ‘even more spectacular than before’ in 2027.
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Appeal after vehicle hits parked cars and fails to stop near Lancaster school
Police are appealing for information after a vehicle failed to stop after hitting parked cars close to a school in Lancaster this morning.
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Stunning textile sculpture installed at Ashton Memorial in Lancaster
A stunning textile sculpture has gone on display inside the Ashton Memorial in Lancaster.
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Morecambe charity for disabled people to open Santa's Sensory Grotto in Lancaster
A charity supporting children and adults with disabilities will open an accessible Santa's Grotto in Lancaster this Christmas.
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PHOTOS: Candlelit vigil held in Lancaster to remember little loved ones
A poignant candlelit gathering has been held in Lancaster during Baby Loss Awareness Week.
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Morrisons Daily opening soon on main road between Morecambe and Lancaster
A sign has gone up announcing the opening of a new Morrisons Daily on a main road between Morecambe and Lancaster.
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Hundreds sign petition to save Lancaster Day Centre from closure
Hundreds of people have signed a petition to save a Lancaster Day Centre from closure, after the County Council revealed it was on a list of adult social care facilities under review.
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'Mr Morecambe FC' completes line-up for 'The Traitors' charity game in Lancaster
A Morecambe Football Club legend has joined the contestants who will play a game for charity inspired by TV show The Traitors.
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Police step up patrols at Lancaster park amid rising damage and arsons
Youth anti-social behaviour is on the rise at a Lancaster park where thousands of pounds has been spent on play equipment for kids.
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LISTEN: Inspiring Lancaster paraplegic adventurer takes on deadly scuba dive
Lancaster wheelchair adventurer Shaun Gash has completed his latest amazing challenge - an infamous scuba dive which has claimed more than 100 lives.
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Drive to reduce hate crime in the workplace launched in Lancaster district
An initiative to reduce hate crime in the workplace has been launched in the Lancaster district.
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Trees around Ryelands Park to be removed over safety fears
A number of trees are to be removed from in and around a Lancaster park due to safety concerns.
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Four-day music festival hailed as fantastic weekend for Lancaster
Hospitality venues have praised a city-wide music festival which took over Lancaster with more than 450 live gigs over four days.
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New housing on Lancaster pay-and-display car park recommended for green light
Plans to build 39 new homes on a public car park in Lancaster city centre have been recommended for approval.
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Lancaster student’s research aims to reduce suicide rates in construction industry
Research by a Lancaster University student is aiming to reduce suicide rates among workers in the construction industry.
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Lancashire Police reveal results of Safer Streets Summer campaign
Lancashire Constabulary has wrapped up its Safer Streets Summer campaign, a national initiative focusing on reducing town centre criminality, street crime and anti-social behaviour.
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United Utilities’ team raise £10,000 for Lancaster hospice
More than 100 people from United Utilities and its partners raised more than £10,000 for a Lancaster hospice by completing a guided walk across the sands of Morecambe Bay.
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LISTEN: 'Wave of Light' in Lancaster to support families in Baby Loss Awareness Week
A candlelit gathering in Lancaster will be held to remember little loved ones as part of a mission to support bereaved families in the local area.
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Lancaster park show Wizard of Oz up for Lancashire Tourism Award
The annual walkabout theatre show in a Lancaster park has been shortlisted for a Lancashire Tourism Award.
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New India branch campus on the horizon for Lancaster University
Lancaster University has announced it has taken a step closer to opening a new branch campus in Bengaluru, India.
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Heysham breast cancer survivor tells her story during awareness month
A woman from Heysham who has raised thousands for charity is encouraging women to attend their routine screening appointments after her own breast cancer diagnosis.
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Banking hub and new cafe set to open in Morecambe shopping centre
Work is under way on a new community banking hub and a cafe set to open soon inside a Morecambe shopping centre.
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LISTEN: 875-year-old Lancaster Castle tower to host live music gigs for first time
The oldest part of Lancaster Castle will open for a weekend of gigs for the first time in its 875-year history.
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Morecambe RNLI shop and boathouse manager receives excellence award
A leading light of the Morecambe RNLI has received an excellence award for his selfless work supporting the town's lifeboat service.
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Resurfacing work and road closure under way at Shrimp Roundabout in Morecambe
Resurfacing works are taking place on a major roundabout taking traffic in and out of Morecambe.
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Morecambe crew give birthday surprise to 100-year-old who served as firefighter in Second World War
A fire crew from Morecambe gave a special surprise to a care home resident on her 100th birthday.
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Lancaster City Museum awarded £40,000 improvement grant
Lancaster City Museum has been awarded a grant of more than £40,000 from the government's Museum Renewal Fund.
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Crews tackle diesel tanks fire near Lancaster
Fire crews tackled a blaze involving an outbuilding and diesel tanks at an address on the outskirts of Lancaster.
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Morecambe crime series The Bay up for Best Drama at North West television awards
Morecambe-based TV series The Bay has been nominated for a top television award.
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LISTEN: How men's mental health group opening in Morecambe is saving lives
A vital men's mental health charity is set to expand into Morecambe with new sessions at the football club.
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Morecambe singer writes new single for pop legend Marti Pellow
A Morecambe singer-songwriter has been praised on TV by Marti Pellow after penning three songs for his latest album including his new single.
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‘Dynamic’ local culture champions appointed to lead Lancaster District Arts Partnership
A key organisation which supports and advocates the arts across the Lancaster district has appointed new co-chairs to drive their ambitions further forward.
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Lancaster choirs want your vote in Lancashire finals
Three choirs from Lancaster need your help as it hopes to be named as Lancashire's best.
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Crews tackle derelict property fire in Lancaster
Fire crews were called out to deal with a fire at a derelict property in Lancaster on Sunday.
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Third generation Morecambe chimney sweep proud to continue family legacy
A third generation of a Morecambe family of chimney sweeps has picked up the iconic brush.
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Audio play narrated by The Archers actor tells of life in Morecambe
A new audio play telling the story of Morecambe by the people who live there has been released - and it's narrated by a local actor.
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14,000 wheelie bins rolled out so far to replace recycling boxes across Lancaster district
More than 14,000 recycling bins have been delivered to households across the Lancaster district so far, replacing the former smaller boxes.
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Morecambe man jailed for rape of woman he met on night out
A man who took advantage of a vulnerable woman before raping her has been jailed.
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Morecambe street band perform at special City of Culture celebration
A Morecambe street band were invited to join a special celebration of culture alongside other similar bands from across the UK.
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Council to consider review of Lancaster adult social care service
A day centre in Lancaster is on a list of providers that is set to be part of a strategic review into adult social care services across Lancashire.
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Leisure centre hub renamed in memory of much-loved Lancaster fitness instructor
A hub at a Lancaster leisure centre has been renamed in memory of a popular class instructor passed away earlier this year.
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Morecambe teen to appear in court charged with dozens of burglaries
A teenager from Morecambe will appear in court next month charged with dozens of residential burglaries.
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Arrests made after rural burglaries in Lancaster district
Three people have been arrested following reports of rural burglaries around the Lancaster district.
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Morecambe FC announce departure of Head of Commercial after six years
The outgoing Head of Commercial at Morecambe FC says he ‘couldn’t be prouder’ after his departure from the club was announced.
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Car crashes into other vehicles after making off from police in Morecambe
A car making off from police collided with several vehicles on a road in Morecambe yesterday.
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Lancaster MP celebrates Government's move on permanent fracking ban
The Lancaster MP has welcomed a government announcement about moves to permanently ban fracking.
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Ban on dogs on Morecambe beaches lifted
Owners are now once again allowed to exercise their dogs on Morecambe beaches.
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Crews tackle commercial premises fire on Morecambe industrial estate
Fire crews were called to deal with an incident on an industrial estate in Morecambe.
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Morecambe Punk Festival receives grant boost
The annual Morecambe Punk Festival has received a grant to enable the event to expand.
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Lancaster community bar scoops three awards
Lancaster’s only community run café bar has won three prestigious awards and is now in the running for a national prize too.
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Hospital team smashes Rehab 500 charity challenge
Staff at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary have undertaken a challenge to raise money for a special rehabilitation bike for patients.
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Plans submitted to turn Carnforth depot into padel courts
Plans have been submitted to convert a former depot in Carnforth into padel courts.
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Plans for 23 new homes in village near Lancaster approved
Permission has been granted for 23 new homes to be built in the village of Hornby.
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Drugs raid carried out at flat in Lancaster
A man has been charged after police carried out a drugs raid at a flat in Lancaster.
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Business leaders back Lancaster council merger with Blackpool, Wyre and Fylde in local government shake up
The local Chamber of Commerce has had its say on the future local government in Lancashire, including changes to services in the Lancaster district.
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Funeral details announced for popular former councillor and champion of Morecambe
The funeral details have been announced for a former councillor and Armed Forces veteran from Morecambe following his death earlier this month.
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Women's clothing store in Lancaster shopping centre to close
A women's fashion store in a Lancaster shopping centre is set to close down.
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Morecambe FC appoints supporters' champion as new Director of Fan Engagement
Morecambe FC has appointed a leading champion of the football club as its new Director of Fan Engagement.
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Lancaster nightclub to reopen under new 'LA1' name
A venue in Lancaster is set to reopen under a new name and new ownership.
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£20m boost for West End of Morecambe as people get more power to tackle eyesores
The West End of Morecambe will be given £2m of funding for each of the next 10 years in efforts to regenerate the area.
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Live bus updates coming to stops in Morecambe and Carnforth
Live bus updates via electronic displays are coming to stops in Morecambe and Carnforth.
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Help with housing in later life on offer at event in Morecambe
A special event will be held to help local people explore housing options to make the most of later life.
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Open day to celebrate new Morecambe gym in memory of teenage boxing champion
A grand opening event for the community will be held at a new gym in Morecambe created in memory of a much-loved teenager.
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LISTEN: Singing author from Lancaster releases new book about positive ageing
A Lancaster musician hopes her new book about ageing positively will inspire others to make a change.
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New Japanese ramen restaurant to open in Lancaster city centre
A new restaurant specialising in a popular Japanese noodle dish will open in Lancaster city centre.
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LISTEN: New Morecambe coffee shop set to open overlooking the Bay
A new coffee shop will open in the West End of Morecambe and it's a labour of love for the couple who are working hard to get it ready.
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LISTEN: Morecambe hairdresser celebrates 40 years in business
A popular hairdresser is celebrating 40 years in business as a mainstay of Morecambe town centre.
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Housing on once-thriving Morecambe shopping street gets thumbs down
Plans to convert three shops to housing on what was once "the best shopping street in Morecambe" have been refused.
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'Love Lancaster Live' music festival set to be "monster of an event"
An organiser of the upcoming 'Love Lancaster Live' music festival says it is shaping up to be a huge event for the city.
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Director and company fined for planning breaches at landmark Lancaster building
A director and a Lancaster company have been sentenced for breaches of planning law at a prominent building at the gateway to the city.
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Morecambe Bay to be part of major new national health scheme
Morecambe Bay is to benefit from the support of national and regional teams to work with local leaders and communities to further develop neighbourhood health services.
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Historic fishing vessel to return permanently to Morecambe
One of the few remaining Morecambe Bay Prawners is to have a new permanent home in the town.
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Have your say on the future of local government in the Lancaster district
Lancaster City Council has launched a new survey to consult everyone on their views of how public services should be run in the Lancaster district.
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Morecambe Poetry Festival praised as 2026 plans unveiled
Morecambe Poetry Festival has announced dates for the 2026 edition, promising to make it the most spectacular yet.
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'Strictly Come Dancing' event for hospice heads to Morecambe Winter Gardens
Couples will take to the dance floor at the Winter Gardens in Morecambe in the first ever 'Strictly St John's' in aid of Lancaster's hospice.
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Plans for new Morecambe taxi office spark fears over 'dangerous junction'
Councillors have spoken out about plans for a new taxi office in the West End of Morecambe - saying it could lead to traffic chaos on a nearby road junction.
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Fundraiser set up to honour life of Morecambe Army veteran and former councillor
Funds are being raised to help remember a former councillor and Armed Forces veteran from Morecambe following his death aged 54.
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Shrimp Roundabout in Morecambe to shut for resurfacing
The main roundabout at the gateway to Morecambe will close for road resurfacing works.
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Plans go in for new 158-space car park on Canal Quarter site in Lancaster
Plans have been submitted for a temporary car park within the site earmarked for the long-awaited Canal Quarter development.
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Lancaster event to shine light on city’s work to tackle climate crisis
An event in Lancaster later this week will showcase the work being done in the city to help tackle the climate crisis.
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Cyclist in his 70s suffers serious injuries in Lancaster collision
Police are appealing for information and footage after a cyclist suffered serious injuries in a collision in Lancaster.
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Former Lancaster vegan eatery reopens with new name as ‘wellness’ pantry and café
A Lancaster vegan café that closed down earlier this month has reopened its doors under a different direction and name.
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Former Barclays bank in Morecambe sold at auction
A 19th century former bank building in Morecambe town centre has been sold at an auction for £255,000.
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Morecambe lifeboat crew respond to report of person stuck in sand
The RNLI responded to an emergency call out following reports a person was stuck in sand in Morecambe Bay.
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Rollout plans announced for controversial changes to waste recycling in Lancaster & Morecambe area
A timeline for changes to waste bin collections for households across the Lancaster & Morecambe District has been announced.
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Lancaster man sentenced after illegal waste operations uncovered
A man from Lancaster has been fined and ordered to carry out 150 hours of unpaid work for his part in the operation of an illegal waste site.
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Plans for 23 new homes in village near Lancaster move step closer
Plans for 23 new homes in the village of Hornby have been recommended for approval.
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Lancaster animal charity thanks generous public after hundreds raised in 20 minutes for cat's op
Animal lovers raised hundreds in double-quick time through a Lancaster charity's online campaign to help a cat with a huge growth on his neck.
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Charities launch Morecambe Bay calendar to support locals in need
Two of the district’s leading charities have joined forces to create a Morecambe Bay calendar to raise vital funds for community support.
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Crews tackle commercial building fire in Morecambe
Fire crews tackled a commercial building fire in Morecambe last night.
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New exhibition gives voice to victims of Lancaster killer doctor Buck Ruxton
A new exhibition will tell the story of two women whose lives were cruelly cut short in Lancaster by infamous killer Dr Buck Ruxton.
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Lancaster neurological charity given £8,000 grant boost
A Lancaster neurological charity has been given a financial boost thanks to a scheme operated by insurers, NFU Mutual.
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Lancaster stays in the top 15 universities in the UK in Guardian league table
Lancaster University is in the top 15 universities in the UK in the Guardian University Guide 2026, ranked 14th out of 123 institutions.
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Hospital consultant from Lancaster jailed for sexually assaulting staff
A senior hospital consultant from Lancaster has been jailed for six years after abusing his position to sexually assault female members of staff.
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Free parking announced for Christmas shoppers in the Lancaster district
Shoppers will be able to enjoy free parking at selected times in Lancaster and Morecambe in the run up to Christmas.
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Renewed calls for 'Heysham 3' as UK and USA prepare to sign new nuclear deal
There have been further calls for new nuclear at Heysham as the UK and USA prepare to sign a landmark deal during Donald Trump's visit.
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Long-time Lancaster restaurant chef known for his famous sauce has died
A chef who worked in Lancaster restaurants for more than 40 years and was famed for his secret kebab sauce recipe has died, aged 81.
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Tributes to Forces veteran and former councillor who was true champion of Morecambe
Tributes have been paid to an Army veteran and former councillor known for his passion for Morecambe who has died aged 54.
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Man jailed for breaching Lancaster city centre banning order
A man has been jailed for breaching an order banning him from Lancaster city centre.
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Police charge teenager in connection with Morecambe break-ins
Police have charged a teenager with burglary and theft offences in the Grosvenor Park area of Morecambe in the early hours of last Friday.
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Lancaster food justice partnership gets charity status as it launches winter campaign
The Lancaster District Food Justice Partnership (LDFJP) has been granted charitable status, making it better able to help people facing food poverty in the district.
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Morecambe Bay health trust part of national maternity care review
A Morecambe Bay health trust will be part of an investigation into maternity services to share improvements made in the decade since a damning inquiry into baby deaths.
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LISTEN: New Morecambe FC Armed Forces veterans team formed
Morecambe FC's first ever football team for Armed Forces veterans has been formed and we've been finding out all about it.
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Vintage bus parade marks 100 years of Lancaster to Lakes route
A parade of historic buses has marked the centenary of the iconic Lancaster to Lakes route.
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Police appeal after spate of break ins at Morecambe estate
Police are asking residents to be vigilant following a series of burglaries and attempted break ins on an estate in Morecambe.
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Kanteena team "exploring all options" as they hope to continue in Lancaster
Bosses at a popular music venue say they are in talks over staying in Lancaster amid controversial plans to demolish their home.
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Your guide to Heritage Open Days in Lancaster
Some of Lancaster’s historic buildings will be open to the public as part of the annual Heritage Open Days.
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Music festival held in Lancaster raises more than £2,000 to help prevent suicides
A festival held in Lancaster to promote the importance of mental health ahead of World Suicide Prevention Day has raised thousands.
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Lancaster choirs named as finalists in Lancashire Choir of the Year
Three talented choirs from Lancaster have been chosen as finalists for the popular Lancashire Choir of the Year 2025 singing competition.
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Key figures behind hit TV crime drama The Bay to give talk in Lancaster
A free talk in Lancaster will reveal how hit Morecambe-based TV crime drama The Bay is rooted in the real-life experiences of police.
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Ovarian cancer campaign to visit Lancaster
A campaign to promote awareness and boost early diagnosis of ovarian cancer will be visiting Lancaster next week.
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Lancaster antiques centre to appear on Salvage Hunters on TV
A popular antiques showroom in Lancaster city centre will feature on television show Salvage Hunters later this month.
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Teenager charged after spate of burglaries in Bare
A teenager has been charged after a series of burglaries in Bare.
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M6 closed after overturned lorry catches fire
The M6 will be closed for most of the day between Junctions 36 and 38 after an overturned lorry caught fire.
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Morecambe man admits causing death of taxi passenger by dangerous driving
A Morecambe man has admitted causing the death of a taxi passenger by dangerous driving.
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Morecambe FC celebration event raises more than £5,000 for the Shrimps Trust
A special Morecambe FC celebration event at the Winter Gardens raised more than £5,000 for the Shrimps Trust.
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Father and son with cancer to parachute jump for Lancaster hospice
A father and son who both have cancer are planning a tandem parachute jump to raise funds for St John's Hospice.
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Fire crews tackle fence posts fire in village near Lancaster
Fire crews were sent to tackle fence posts fire in a field at a village near Lancaster last night.
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Motorists warned to expect delays on M6 due to central barrier replacement
Motorists travelling through Lancaster on the M6 are being warned to expect delays next week.
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Lancaster teacher banned from profession for life after assaulting pupil with additional needs
A teacher who assaulted a student by repeatedly hitting him against a wall has been banned from the profession for life.
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Venue boss 'humbled' by level of support as developers and MP have say on demolition plans
Management of a Lancaster music venue, developers and the city's MP have spoken out after hundreds of people objected to its demolition.
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Lancaster Wetherspoon pub reopens after £2.4m upgrade
A Wetherspoon pub named after one of Lancaster's most famous sons has reopened following a £2.4m revamp.
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Launch of new Lancaster and Morecambe youth musical theatre group
A new youth musical theatre group has been formed in the Lancaster and Morecambe area led by a team with a wealth of experience.
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Jobs and Careers Fair to be held in Morecambe
Jobseekers and those looking for a new career can meet with employers face-to-face in Morecambe later this month.
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PHOTOS: Dramatic pictures as crews tackle barn fire in village near Lancaster
Firefighters pumped water from a river across two fields to tackle a fire in a barn in Arkholme.
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Morecambe Youth Festival to celebrate young people of our area
Young residents of Lancaster and Morecambe will help shape the vision of the future of the area at a free one-day youth festival.
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Plans to convert former Mountain Warehouse store into student flats
The former home in Lancaster of the popular outdoor clothing store Mountain Warehouse is being earmarked for student flats.
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Man arrested on suspicion of robbery at Lancaster off licence
A man has been arrested on suspicion of robbery at an off licence in Lancaster city centre.
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Council begins search to find developer to build housing on Lancaster car parks
Lancaster City Council has launched its search for a developer to build housing on two connected car parks in the city.


