Local News from Thursday, June 12th, 2025

Special permission granted to put phone antennas on top of tower at Lancaster services

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

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

Firefighters have tackled a caravan fire in Lancaster.
£10m revamp of Lancaster mill student flats moves step closer

Plans for a £10m revamp of student flats in a former mill in Lancaster look set to be given the green light.
Incredible story of how Morecambe D-Day veteran survived World War Two as he turns 100

A D-Day hero from Morecambe who helped to liberate Europe during the Second World War is set to celebrate his 100th birthday.
Developer appeals while council says housing plans would have "severe impact" on Lancaster traffic

A developer has launched an appeal as a row over plans to build 110 homes in Lancaster continues.
INTERVIEW: Lancaster hospice getting ready for 2025 Moonlight Walk

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