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• Family of Lancaster baby who spent her first six months in hospital back kids' play area appeal

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• LISTEN: Lancaster Music Festival returns with local and international appeal

  Tens of thousands of locals and visitors alike poured into the city centre to enjoy the return of Lancaster Music Festival.

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