Local News from Thursday, April 16th, 2026

Professional wrestling show to be held on Morecambe FC pitch for first time

A professional wrestling event will be held outdoors on the Morecambe FC pitch next month, it's been announced.
Net Zero on the horizon for Lancaster University thanks to renewable energy investment

Lancaster University has taken a giant leap towards net zero, regularly generating 100% of its own electricity for the first time this spring through a new solar farm.
Vast majority of primary pupils get preferred school placement

More than 98% of Lancashire children starting primary school in September have been offered a place at one of their three preferred primary schools.
Hundreds of kids to pay homage to Eric Morecambe as more centenary celebrations revealed

More than 800 school pupils will perform the trademark 'Bring Me Sunshine' dance on the Promenade during a fun run to celebrate Eric Morecambe's centenary.
Tributes pour in for Morecambe legend Roger the dancing man

A music lover whose dancing feet made him a popular figure at events and festivals across the Lancaster and Morecambe area has died, aged 93.