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Lancaster one-way system reopens after wall collapse causes traffic chaos
Part of the one-way system in Lancaster city centre has now reopened after it was closed following the collapse of a wall.
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Morecambe MP dances with Strictly Come Dancing stars and replies to critics of event
The Morecambe MP has been dancing with Strictly stars in Westminster - and has responded to criticism of the timing of the event given the crisis in the Middle East.
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Lancaster D-Day war hero, 101, humbled to be awarded city's highest civic honour
A 101-year-old D-Day war veteran from Lancaster has received the Honorary Freedom of the City of Lancaster in a ceremony.
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Update on broken Lancaster Bus Station digital timetables
Plans to replace the digital timetable screens at Lancaster Bus Station are in the works.
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PHOTOS: Traffic chaos as wall collapses onto parked car in Lancaster city centre
Roads in Lancaster city centre were closed after a wall collapsed onto a parked car during rush hour.
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LISTEN: Friends pay heartfelt tribute to Lancaster pub landlord
Friends of a much-missed Lancaster publican have shared memories of a man they described as "the beating heart" of their community.
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VIDEO: Morecambe road safety champion out on 'Pothole Patrol'
A road safety champion has thrown down the gauntlet to highways bosses over the number of potholes in Morecambe.
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Money laundering arrests after stops in Lancaster and Morecambe
Lancashire Police have made a number of arrests in Lancaster and Morecambe on suspicion of money laundering.
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Lancaster man jailed after police find drugs hidden in crisp packets
A drug dealer has been jailed after cocaine was found hidden in crisp packets during a raid at a property in Lancaster.
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Crews spend three hours dealing with commercial property fire in Carnforth
Fire crews spent three hours dealing with commercial property blaze in Carnforth on Wednesday morning.
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Fire crews tackle blaze at Morecambe property
Fire crews were sent to deal with a blaze at an address in Morecambe on Wednesday afternoon.
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National League place Morecambe FC under embargo
Morecambe Football Club has been placed under an embargo by the National League for reported ‘non-compliance with league financial regulations.’
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LISTEN: 'Wacky Week' of events to celebrate Eric Morecambe's 100th birthday
The centenary of Eric Morecambe's birth is coming up and a series of 'Wacky' events will be held to celebrate.
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Dropped kerbs in Lancaster will "make a real and meaningful difference to people's lives"
A campaign is continuing for new mobility crossings across the Lancaster and Morecambe District to make life easier for disabled residents.
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LISTEN: Ice cream day held to remember figurehead of Lancaster hospice
A triple celebration has been held to remember a driving force of Lancaster's hospice with help from a well-known ice cream firm.
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Morecambe cheerleaders backflip their way to double international gold
A Morecambe cheerleading group have clinched a double gold medal at a prestigious international competition in Germany.
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LISTEN: How you can help save vital Lancaster animal shelter
A charity in Lancaster which has helped thousands of animals find loving homes over almost 50 years is in urgent need of financial help.
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Calls for Lancaster restaurant to lose licence over use of illegal workers and unpaid fines
A Lancaster Indian restaurant could lose its premises licence as thousands of pounds of penalties relating to the use of illegal workers remains unpaid.
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New era beckons for Morecambe pub after 18 years of Lancaster Brewery ownership
A popular Morecambe pub will soon be under new ownership, it has been announced.
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Morecambe West End Pride in Place Board holds inaugural meeting
The group who will decide how £20 million of funding for the West End of Morecambe will be spent have held their inaugural meeting.
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Plaque unveiled to officially name carved owls known as 'Guardians of Carnforth'
Two carved wooden owls who 'watched over Carnforth' for several years have been officially named in tribute to the famous movie filmed at the town’s train station.
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Public urged to be vigilant about counterfeit currency in Lancashire
Lancashire Police are urging residents and local businesses to remain vigilant following a spike in reports involving counterfeit currency being used across the county.
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Reminder as every-three-weeks bin collections due to start soon
Bins in the Lancaster and Morecambe District will be collected on a cycle of every three weeks instead of two from Monday, March 30.
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Climate change and Local Government Reorganisation talks to be held in Lancaster
You can find out about two major issues - the climate and Local Government Reorganisation - at two public meetings in Lancaster this month.
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Plans to spend £72m on roads after Reform UK sets first Lancashire County Council budget
A £72m programme to improve roads in Lancashire is set to be approved after the Reform UK county council set its first budget.
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Digital bus timetables installed in Morecambe and Heysham
New electronic bus timetable display screens are being tested in Morecambe and Heysham.
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£1.5 million funding will empower ‘Our Bay Our Future’ to grow green jobs
Thousands of local young people are set to gain access to new climate action projects designed to grow the skills needed to care for Morecambe Bay.
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Police issue warning over ‘urban exploring’ of abandoned buildings in Lancaster
Police say young people are putting themselves at risk by entering abandoned and derelict buildings in the Lancaster area.
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Dispersal order in place after up to 50 youths brawl in Morecambe town centre
Police have been called to a fight in Morecambe town centre involving a group of up to 50 youths.
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Life-saving kit handed to Morecambe FC after Manchester Arena inquiry
Morecambe Football Club has received a potentially life-saving first aid kit as part of a countywide campaign stemming from the Manchester Arena terror attack.
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"Big difference" as new food recycling scheme rollout continues in Lancaster and Morecambe area
Lancaster City Council says two tonnes of waste has already been stopped from entering landfill as rollout of a scheme to reintroduce food recycling continues.
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Crews tackle wheelie bin fire in Lancaster
Firefighters were called to a fire in Lancaster involving two wheelie bins.
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Tory's speech likened to "ramblings of Donald Trump" as Lancaster City Council sets budget
The Conservative leader's speech was compared to the "ramblings of Donald Trump" as Lancaster City Council voted through its budget.
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Update "imminent" on housing plan for site of demolished Lancaster school
The leader of Lancaster City Council said an update on housing plans for the former Skerton High School site is "imminent".
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Ex-Morecambe MP pictured with Vitali Klitschko and Boris Johnson on visit to Ukraine
The former MP for Morecambe and Lunesdale has joined other dignitaries in Ukraine as events were held to mark the fourth anniversary of the war.
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Police appeal after farming community targeted for spate of thefts in south Lancaster
Police have appealed for help after a spate of 13 thefts in two months in the rural areas of south Lancaster.
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King and Queen present Lancaster University with UK's highest education honour
Lancaster University has collected the Queen Elizabeth Prize for Education from their Majesties the King and Queen.
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Lancaster school joins in day of action amid safety fears over road
A Lancaster school has joined in a day of action across the county as part of a campaign for drivers to slow down on a dangerous road.
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Upstairs galleries at Lancaster City Museum closed for renovations
Lancaster City Museum has announced a temporary partial closure for work on its staircase.
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Lancaster church begins 150th anniversary year of celebrations
A year of events is under way to celebrate 150 years of a Lancaster church.
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Morecambe hiker who walked length of Britain in 36 days wins top award
A hiker from Morecambe who completed the famous John O'Groats to Land's End walk for a Lancaster hospice has received a special award.
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Health bosses take extra measures to cope with pressures on services at Royal Lancaster Infirmary
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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Tributes after death of friendly face at popular Morecambe coffee shop
A friendly and welcoming front man at a popular Morecambe ice cream parlour has died, it has been announced.
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Irish music star Dermot Kennedy to perform in Lancaster
Musician Dermot Kennedy has been announced for a special gig in Lancaster.
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Campaign launched to help much loved Morecambe prom café
A fundraiser has been launched to help keep alive a popular Morecambe Promenade café that has served the town for the last 38 years.
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Multi-vehicle crash on M6 near Lancaster
A lorry and two cars were involved in a crash on the M6 near Lancaster.
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Two arrests after police stop and search on M6 near Lancaster
Two people were arrested after a car was stopped on the M6 motorway near Lancaster.
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Long-serving Heysham councillor and former mayor has died
Tributes have been paid following the death of a long-serving Heysham councillor and former mayor.
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Tributes after death of Labour stalwart awarded MBE for services to politics
A former mayor of Lancaster and long-serving councillor who received the MBE for her many years of political service has died.
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Three boys raise thousands for Heysham school from inspiring triathlon challenge
Three determined schoolboys have completed an inspiring challenge to help transform their school playground.
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Crews tackle property fire in Skerton
Fire crews were called to tackle a blaze at an address in Skerton.
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Morecambe FC’s Head of Commercial returns to club
Martin Thomas has returned to Morecambe Football Club as Head of Commercial.
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PHOTOS: Traffic light flattened after crash near busy Lancaster city centre junction
This fallen traffic light is shown blocking a busy pavement in Lancaster city centre a week after a road crash.
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PHOTOS: New Tesco Express supermarket set to open in Lancaster
A new Tesco Express and car park is almost ready to open on a former pub bowling green in Lancaster.
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Crews tackle Lancaster caravan fire
Fire crews have tackled a blaze at a caravan in Lancaster.
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High street chain Savers opens in Lancaster shopping centre
A popular high street retailer selling health, beauty and household goods is opening inside a Lancaster shopping centre.
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Talks held on Morecambe UK Town of Culture tilt
Could Morecambe be the first ever UK Town of Culture?
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Morecambe FC announce appointment of Chief Operating Officer
The appointment of a Chief Operating Officer has been announced by Morecambe Football Club.
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Cat rescue champion hits out after Lancaster supermarket removes charity's collection point
A volunteer for a cat rescue charity has spoken out after a vital donations trolley was removed from a Lancaster supermarket.
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Businesses wanting to team up with Eden Project Morecambe invited to drop-in event
Local businesses interested in joining forces with the Eden Project while they build and open their new visitor attraction on the Prom have been invited to get on board.
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LISTEN: Film festival in Lancaster area to show powerful stories of refugees
A festival celebrating refugee stories on film is coming to the Lancaster and Morecambe area.
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Disappointment for Lancaster as 2026 International Youth Games called off
This year's International Youth Games - where Lancaster was again due to compete against its twin towns - have been cancelled.
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New car parking spaces open in Lancaster city centre
New car parking spaces have opened in Lancaster.
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Stars to play in celebrity football match in Morecambe in memory of brave teenager
Soap and reality TV stars will play in a football match at Morecambe FC to raise money for a local cancer charity set up by a much-loved schoolboy.
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U-turn confirmed on decision to pause Autism and ADHD referrals across Lancaster and Morecambe Bay
Plans to pause new referrals for autism and ADHD diagnoses for young people in Lancaster and Morecambe Bay have been put on hold, it has been confirmed.
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Morecambe Promenade will NOT close during £2.6m electricity works
Residents and businesses have been reassured that Morecambe Promenade will remain open to traffic as a multi-million pound electricity upgrade continues.
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Thumbs up for design changes marks start of "transformative year" for Eden Project Morecambe
Changes to the design of Eden Project Morecambe have been given planning approval - a decision hailed by Eden as a "major milestone".
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Bolton-le-Sands pensioner, 81, targeted in telephone courier fraud banking scam
A Bolton-le-Sands pensioner in her 80s was targeted in a telephone courier fraud banking scam earlier today, said police.
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LISTEN: Up to 200 homes between Slyne and Bolton-le-Sands refused
Plans to build up to 200 homes in fields between Bolton-le-Sands and Slyne-with-Hest have been turned down.
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Volunteers plant 120 native trees at Royal Lancaster Infirmary as part of major nature recovery project
Volunteers from the Royal Lancaster Infirmary have helped plant 120 native trees in the hospital grounds, marking the latest step in a major programme to improve biodiversity and create greener, healthier spaces.
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Celebrating 25 years since opening of Lancaster’s iconic Millennium Bridge
Lancaster’s iconic Lune Millennium Bridge is turning 25 today.
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Lorry driver flees scene as teenagers suffer serious injuries in M6 collision near Lancaster
A teenage driver and his passenger suffered serious injuries following a collision involving two cars and a lorry on the M6 near Lancaster last night.
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Autism and ADHD referrals paused across Lancaster and Morecambe Bay over high demand
New referrals for autism and ADHD diagnoses for young people in Lancaster and Morecambe Bay have been paused over "unprecedented high levels of demand".
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Uber granted operators licence for Lancaster district
Taxi operator Uber will be regulated by the local authority after it was granted a private hire operator licence by Lancaster City Council.
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Appeal to find relatives as memorial benches to be removed near Eden Project Morecambe site
Around 15 memorial benches will be removed near the site of the planned Eden Project Morecambe and relatives have been asked to come forward.
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Lancaster branch of Lloyds bank to close this summer
The Lancaster branch of Lloyds bank is set to shut later this year.
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Child's trike stolen from garden in Morecambe is found after police appeal
A little boy has been reunited with his trike after it was stolen from a garden in Morecambe.
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Rock star John Waite proud of Lancaster roots on visit to home city
Lancaster rock star John Waite has delighted residents on a visit back home.
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Morecambe and Heysham pubs win big at Lancashire Tourism Awards
Pubs from Morecambe and Heysham were among the winners at a county-wide celebration of the best in tourism.
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First spades in the ground at Morecambe school's pioneering eco-garden
Land at a Morecambe primary school is being transformed into an eco-garden for pupils to learn about nature, wellbeing and the outdoors.
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Morecambe FC Director of Fan Engagement resigns
The Morecambe Football Club Director of Fan Engagement has resigned after four-and-a-half months in the role.
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65 e-bikes and e-scooters seized in three months during Lancaster district crackdown
65 e-bikes and e-scooters have been seized by police over the last three months in the area of the county including the Lancaster district.
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Police appeal for theft of calculators from Lancaster stationers
Police are appealing for information after the theft of a quantity of calculators from a Lancaster stationers.
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Major investment announced for Williamson Park
A major new programme to future proof much loved heritage assets at Williamson Park is set to get underway.
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Calls for public consultation into ward closure plans at Lancaster hospital
A group of councillors have called for a public consultation into plans to close a ward at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary.
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Lancashire Climate Action Forum to be held in Lancaster
Communities from across the county will come together in Lancaster for the third Lancashire Climate Action Forum.
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LISTEN: Return dates announced after success of third Bay International Film Festival in Morecambe
A third annual 10-day festival bringing world class film to Morecambe has earned rave reviews while rewarding local movie-makers.
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Arrest after more mobility scooter thefts in Morecambe
Police have again warned owners of mobility scooters be on their guard after more thefts in Morecambe.
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Food champions to gather in Lancaster for national award talks
A public meeting in Lancaster this month will set out the path for North Lancashire to achieve a nationally recognised food sustainability award.
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Morecambe school pupils brave chill to raise hundreds for local charities
Students from Morecambe Bay Academy have raised money for two vital local charities.
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PHOTOS: Lancaster glows with vibrant Chinese New Year celebrations
Chinese New Year celebrations brought Lancaster to life with colour, rhythm and celebration.
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King Charles returns to Lancaster while on visit to county
King Charles has passed through Lancaster again while on a visit to other parts of Lancashire.
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New holiday apartments plan revealed for Lancaster city centre
A planning application has gone in to convert an empty former photography studio in Lancaster into four holiday apartments.
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Lancaster student jailed for attempting £48k fraud using stolen data
A man who tried to scam thousands of pounds using stolen data while studying at Lancaster University has been sent to prison.
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Carnforth sex offender jailed again after breaching rules by living 'off grid'
A registered sex offender is back behind bars after failing to comply with his notification requirements.
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Police appeal for Lancaster pub assault victim to come forward
Police are appealing for the victim of an assault in a Lancaster pub to contact them.
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Lancaster and Morecambe Armed Forces celebration to expand to three days
A celebration of the Armed Forces in Morecambe will expand to three days when it returns this summer.
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Spring opening now planned for new Morrisons Daily in Morecambe
Morrisons have announced a new date for opening a new 'Daily' store on a main road between Lancaster and Morecambe.
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Lancaster Grand Prix races return for 2026
The Lancaster Grand Prix Cycle Races will return to the city in the summer, it has been confirmed.
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LISTEN: Eric Morecambe centenary celebrations announced for Winter Gardens
A West End stage show paying homage to Morecambe and Wise is coming to the Winter Gardens to mark 100 years since Eric Morecambe was born
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City centre businesses vote 'Yes' to Lancaster BID for another five years
Lancaster BID has been re-elected to work on behalf of city centre businesses for another five-year term.
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Lancaster Park Show 2026 is revealed
This summer's walkabout theatre show in Williamson Park in Lancaster has been exclusively announced on Beyond Radio.
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Former Morecambe church to go up for auction
A 19th Century former Morecambe church is set to go under the hammer.
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Lancaster cancer charity launches scheme giving donors a greater say
A Lancaster-based cancer charity has launched a new scheme putting supporters in control of how donations are spent.
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Emergency services called to road traffic collision in Lancaster
Emergency services have been called to a road traffic collision involving one car in Lancaster.
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Police appeal after rise in mobility scooter thefts in Morecambe
Police have issued an appeal to find the owner of an abandoned mobility scooter believed to be stolen - amid a rise in similar thefts.
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Design changes at Eden Project Morecambe backed by council officers
Design changes and flood defences at the Eden Project Morecambe have been backed by council planning officers.
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Morecambe rogue roofer jailed after scamming elderly residents out of thousands of pounds
A rogue roofer from Morecambe who scammed three elderly residents out of thousands of pounds has been jailed.
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Rallying cry as crunch meeting looms on 'Bolton-le-Slyne' housing plans
Campaigners say the fate of their local area rests on a crunch meeting to decide if a controversial housing development near the A6 gets the go-ahead.
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Work continues on new McDonald's restaurant in Morecambe
Work is continuing ahead of the opening of a new McDonald's restaurant in Morecambe.
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Three fire engines called out to fire in Lancaster
Crews have tackled a fire at a property in Lancaster.
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Lancaster youth charity launches 10 Challenges campaign
A Lancaster-based youth charity is marking its 10th anniversary by launching a challenge to the community.
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£30k campaign launched for new Lancaster community farm
A fundraising campaign has been launched to bring a new community farm in Lancaster to life.
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Carnforth chiropodist honours her late husband with clinic fundraiser
A chiropodist from Carnforth has paid tribute to her late husband and helped raise money for charity at a special 'clinic-warming' event.
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Lancaster City Council agrees 2.99 per cent rise in Council tax share
Lancaster City Council has voted through a 2.99 per cent increase in its share of Council tax.
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Lancashire Police’s share of Council tax to rise by 5.4 per cent
Lancashire’s Police and Crime Commissioner has explained how a 5.4 per cent rise in Council tax share will be spent.
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Guys Thatched Hamlet closes suddenly after 46 years
The operators of Guy’s Thatched Hamlet have announced they have ceased trading after 46 years.
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Teenager spared jail for causing death of newborn child in Morecambe
A woman who admitted causing the death of her newborn baby son in Morecambe when she was 15-years-old has been spared jail.
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Morecambe Town Council agrees budget and 2.46 per cent rise in Council tax share
Morecambe Town Council has voted through its budget including a 2.46 per cent rise in its share of Council tax.
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Builders of new Lancaster housing development offer £2k cash pot to community groups
A home builder working on a new housing development at the gateway to Lancaster is offering community groups the chance to bid for a share of £2000.
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Lancaster centre welcomes mayor for opening of new community kitchen
A Lancaster centre has celebrated the official opening of its new community kitchen with a visit from the mayor.
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Lancaster shop to close as high street gaming chain faces administration
A Lancaster high street gaming store has announced it will shut as the company stands on the brink of administration.
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Jim Bentley returns for second spell as Morecambe FC manager
Jim Bentley has been appointed as the new manager of Morecambe Football Club, returning for a second spell in charge at the Mazuma Mobile Stadium.
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Ashvir Singh Johal’s reign as Morecambe manager comes to an end
The reign of Ashvir Singh Johal as manager of Morecambe Football Club has come to an end after the Shrimps announced he had left the club with immediate effect.
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Lancaster writer's ghost story of Morecambe to be voiced by acting legend on Radio 4
A Lancaster writer's ghost story set in an imagined version of Morecambe - narrated by a much-loved actor - will be aired on national radio.
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Change of name announced for popular Morecambe bar
A craft ale bar overlooking Morecambe Bay will be getting a new name.
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Opening announced for new Morecambe bistro inside former post office
The opening date has been announced for a new bistro and tearooms in a former post office in Morecambe.
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Health watchdog report shows improvements to services at Royal Lancaster Infirmary
The improvements to services and leadership made by teams working at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary have been recognised in an inspection report, published by the Care Quality Commission.
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LISTEN: How Leo's Gym is making a difference in memory of young Morecambe boxer
A community gym set up in tribute to a teenage boxer from Morecambe is going from strength to strength.
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LISTEN: Lancaster set to celebrate Chinese New Year
Members of the team behind the Lancaster Chinese New Year celebrations have visited our studio to chat about this year's events.
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Lancaster’s Vue Cinema under new ownership
Hurstwood Holdings, a Manchester-based property investment and development company, has bought Lancaster’s Vue Cinema.
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Lancaster city centre car park to close ahead of "catalyst for the development of the Canal Quarter"
A car park in Lancaster city centre will be closed from next week ahead of the first phase of development plans for the Canal Quarter.
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Crews tackle commercial building fire in Lancaster
Fire crews dealt with a blaze at a commercial building in Lancaster last night.
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Heritage plaque to mark first Lancaster University site and Gillow factory
A heritage plaque is being planned at the first site of Lancaster University which was also a furniture factory for Waring & Gillow.
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Heysham men appear in court in connection with death of cyclist in Morecambe
Two men from Heysham have appeared in court in connection with the death of a cyclist after a road traffic collision in Morecambe.
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Fundraiser launched for Heysham family who lost everything in house fire
A fundraiser has been set up to help a family of six after their house in Heysham was destroyed by fire.
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Heysham onshore wind farm under new ownership
Two onshore wind farms, including one at Heysham, are under new ownership after being sold to an independent renewable energy producer.
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Family's delight at bench for little Lancaster girl who had open heart surgery
A Lancaster toddler has been celebrated in a special way for her courage in battling a life-threatening rare heart condition.
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Lancaster University to lead multi-million pound research initiative to transform mental health support
Lancaster University has been awarded almost £11 million pounds for pioneering mental health research following a major investment by the National Institute for Health and Care Research.
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Public asked to stay away from Williamson Park due to Storm Chandra
Members of the public are being advised to stay away from Williamson Park today due to the weather.
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Police issue drug warning after three deaths in Morecambe and Carnforth
Police are investigating the possible drug related deaths of three people in Morecambe and Carnforth, including one linked to taking contaminated heroin.
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Lancaster to celebrate life of city's groundbreaking inventor
The life of a remarkable artist and pioneering inventor who lived and worked in Lancaster more than a century ago will be celebrated this year.
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Carnforth residents set to pay less Council tax to town council
Carnforth residents will see a fall in their town council's share of Council tax on their next bill.
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Lancaster and Morecambe School Aid music festival taking a break in 2026
Organisers of a music festival raising funds for local schools said the event will not take place this year.
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Morecambe Town Council proposes 2.46 per cent rise in Council tax share
Morecambe Town Council has proposed a 2.46 per cent rise in its share of Council tax for 2026/27.
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Lancaster City Council proposes 2.99 per cent rise in Council tax share
Lancaster City Council is proposing to increase its share of Council tax by 2.99 per cent.
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Shrimps Trust call for ownership communication in open letter to Morecambe FC chairman
The Shrimps Trust is urging the owners of Morecambe FC to significantly improve fan engagement, claiming an ongoing lack of communication with supporters was damaging the club.
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Appeal after man dies following collision in Forton
Police are appealing for witnesses and footage after a man died in a collision in Forton.
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Free bike marking event to take place in Lancaster
An event to improve bike security takes place in Lancaster next month.
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Lancaster drivers to be fined under new powers if they attempt dangerous manoeuvres
Drivers in Lancaster will be fined if they attempt unlawful manoeuvres, under new powers being rolled out for enforcing moving traffic offences at a dangerous junction.
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Arrests made and drugs seized in Morecambe police operation
An initiative in Morecambe to tackle crime has led to several arrests and the seizure of a quantity of drugs.
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Family pays heartbreaking tribute to Lancaster University student found dead on Christmas Day
The family of a Lancaster University student whose body was found in woodland on Christmas Day have paid tribute to an "incredibly intelligent and caring young man".
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Chair of board who will decide how £20m West End funding is spent announced
The chair of a board who will decide how a £20 million investment is to be spent in the West End of Morecambe had been announced.
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Council crackdown reveals no breaches of licencing rules in Lancaster venues
A council crackdown has revealed no breaches of licencing rules across dozens of pubs and clubs across Lancaster and Morecambe.
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Lancaster MP calls for clarity over future of under threat day centre
The Lancaster MP has called for clarity over the future of a day centre that was earmarked for possible closure by Lancashire County Council.
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Marathon fundraiser to support prostate cancer charity after Morecambe businessman's diagnosis
A marathon fundraiser will be held to raise money for a charity after a popular Morecambe businessman was diagnosed with prostate cancer.
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Lancaster service will commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day
An annual service to commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day will take place in Lancaster.
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Alexei Sayle and Nigel Planer confirmed for Morecambe TV and Film Festival
Alexei Sayle and Nigel Planer, stars of 80s comedy The Young Ones, will appear in conversation at The Morecambe TV and Film Festival later this year.
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Morecambe promenade hotel could become apartments
Plans have been submitted to turn an empty Morecambe hotel into up to nine apartments.
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New Maternity Triage and Bereavement Suite to open at Royal Lancaster Infirmary
A new unit for expectant mothers and bereaved families is set to open at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary.
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Lancaster MP joins calls for government to bring in social media ban for under 16s
The Lancaster MP has joined dozens of other Labour MPs in calling for a ban on social media access for under 16s in the UK.
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New Lancaster group aims to support a better way of life on the water
A new group has been set up offering support for the boating community who live on the Lancaster Canal.
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Winter feast will celebrate milestone year for Lancaster district food projects
A team of local food growers are inviting residents to join them for the annual FoodFriends Feast in Lancaster this month.
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LISTEN: New lease of life for one of Lancaster's oldest pubs
One of Lancaster's most historic pubs is open again and its new boss has spoken to Beyond Radio about the challenges he's faced in bringing it back to life.
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Management of Lancaster student accommodation moves to new operator
Two student accommodation blocks in Lancaster city centre have transferred to a new operator.
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Police release video footage of men wanted in connection with Lancaster attack
Police have released images of two men wanted in connection with an investigation into an assault and robbery in Lancaster city centre.
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£800k funding pot will help Lancaster district residents stay warm and well all year round
£800,000 in new funding has been secured to help a Lancaster charity assist local people with their energy use.
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Heritage plaque unveiled to celebrate achievement of Lancaster suffragette
A permanent memorial to an inspirational figure in the fight to get votes for women has been unveiled in Lancaster city centre.
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LISTEN: Film festival in Morecambe going from strength to strength
BAFTA and Oscar nominees will join local talent for the third edition of an ever-growing film festival held in Morecambe.
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Former Morecambe hotel and nightspot is unsold at auction
A former bar and hotel overlooking Morecambe seafront has been unsold at an auction.
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Family handing over to new couple after special time in charge at historic Lancaster pub
A family will hand over the reins of a historic Lancaster pub after what they described as "the best two and a half years we could ever have wished for".
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Family pays tribute to much-loved Morecambe man who died after A6 crash
The family of a Morecambe man who died in a road crash have paid tribute to him as "a man of deep faith, integrity and warmth".
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Ten-year-old boy among youths arrested in investigation into attack on Lancaster pensioner
A ten-year-old boy is among four people arrested as part of an investigation into the serious assault of a pensioner in Lancaster.
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Police charge man with Lancaster robberies over Christmas
Police charged a man with two offences of robbery in Lancaster over the Christmas period.
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March to be held in Morecambe to support victims of violence against women
A march in solidarity with women who are victims of violence - calling for safe spaces for everyone - is set to take place in Morecambe.
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"Once in a generation moment" as Tour de France to visit Lancaster and Morecambe District
The world's greatest cycle race - the Tour de France - is set to pass through the Lancaster and Morecambe district.
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Morecambe FC CEO quizzed on future of manager Ashvir Singh Johal at fans' forum
The CEO of Morecambe Football Club has responded to fans on the future of under-fire manager Ashvir Singh Johal.
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Award winning restaurant to host pop-up at Lancaster & Morecambe College
Lancaster and Morecambe College will host a special one night, pop-up event in collaboration with a popular Lancashire restaurant.
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Tributes paid to popular Lancaster businessman after his sudden death
Tributes have been paid to a popular Lancaster businessman who has passed away suddenly at the age of 56.
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MP praises Morecambe gym set up in memory of teenage boxer
The MP for Morecambe and Lunesdale has visited a gym in the town set up in memory of a young boxing champion.
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Lancashire County Council's share of Council tax proposed to rise by 3.8 per cent
Lancashire County Council is proposing its lowest Council tax rise for 12 years but opponents of Reform UK have accused them of going back on pre-election promises.
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Appeal to trace owner of dog found abandoned near Lancaster canal
There’s an appeal for information after a dog was found abandoned near a canal in Lancaster.
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Strike action at Lancaster and Morecambe College called off after pay deal reached
Planned strike action by staff at Lancaster and Morecambe College has been called off.
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Lancaster’s Highest Point music festival won’t return in 2026
Organisers of Lancaster’s Highest Point say it ‘isn’t the end’ after confirming the music and arts festival wouldn’t be taking place in 2026.
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Boy, 6, airlifted to hospital after emergency services called to Lancaster leisure centre
An investigation is under way after a six-year-old boy was airlifted to hospital following an incident on a climbing wall at a Lancaster leisure centre.
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Lancaster city centre pub to relaunch as Irish bar
A Lancaster high street pub is set to reopen as a new Irish bar.
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Annual visitor numbers to Lancaster and Morecambe District rise again
The latest tourism figures for the Lancaster district show the number of visitors has risen again year-on-year.
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Eric flower beds help bring silver success to Morecambe
Beautiful flower beds near the Eric Morecambe Statue have helped the town win a major award.
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Figures show festive trading boost for Lancaster city centre
Many shops and pubs in Lancaster city centre have reported strong trading figures during the Christmas period.
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Lancaster's pioneering zip wire and bunjee tower removed after decline in use
An outoor attraction billed as the first of its kind in Europe has been removed from a Lancaster sports centre due to a drop in popularity.
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Chinese New Year celebrations to return to Lancaster
Thousands of visitors are expected to attend the Chinese New Year celebrations in Lancaster, welcoming the Year of the Horse.
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Plans for up to 90 new homes in Lancaster field revealed
Plans have been submitted to build up to 90 new houses in a development described as providing "a new edge to Torrisholme".
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Cafe and shop demolition at Lancaster park given green light
Plans to demolish the cafe and shop at Williamson Park in Lancaster have been approved.
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'Shocking' number of arrests as Lancashire police reveal extent of crackdown on drink driving
Police have revealed what an inspector described as a "shocking" number of arrests during a crackdown on drink and drug driving over the Christmas period.
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Lancaster pensioner beaten unconscious by gang of youths in Lancaster
A Lancaster pensioner suffered broken bones after being beaten unconscious by a gang of youths.
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Popular steampunk festival to return to Morecambe with pirate theme
A splendid steampunk gathering will be back in Morecambe this summer.
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Plan for new flood defence wall at Eden Project Morecambe
The Eden Project has asked for permission to build a new flood defence wall to help protect its new visitor attraction on Morecambe Promenade.
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Crews tackle fires in Lancaster and Morecambe
Firefighters have tackled fires at two properties in Lancaster and Morecambe.
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Award-winning coffee shop team open new sandwich shop in Lancaster
The team behind a popular Lancaster cafe have opened a new sandwich shop in the city centre.
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Owners of Lancaster cocktail bar to take over city centre pub
The owners of a Lancaster cocktail bar are to take over a popular city centre pub.



