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A spirited Morecambe fell to a 2-1 defeat against table topping Rochdale in the National League in their Boxing Day clash at the Mazuma Mobile Stadium.

In a performance which will not last long in the memory of the Dolly Blue faithful, Lancaster City were very much second best in the Boxing Day encounter against Bamber Bridge.

MATCH REPORT: West Park St Helens 21 Vale of Lune 30

Morecambe secured their first back to back victories of the season after overcoming Brackley Town in the National League.

Lancaster City dropped points in consecutive games following a 2-1 defeat at FC utd of Manchester in the Northen Premier League Premier Division.

Morecambe’s Dave Chisnall lost a thrilling encounter with Ricardo Pietreczko to crash out of the World Darts Championship in the second round at Alexandra Palace.

Morecambe fans will be able to ask questions of the club’s ownership at a Fans’ Forum event next month.

Morecambe darts star Dave Chisnall's doubling was the difference as he earned a straight sets first round win over Fallon Sherrock at the world championship.

Morecambe’s Dave Chisnall will take on Fallon Sherrock in a round one clash at the PDC World Championship this evening.

A local women’s rugby union club has announced it has been awarded a five-figure sum courtesy of a major body and sponsor in the sport.

MATCH REPORT: Vale of Lune 22 - 25 Widnes

It was defeat on the road for Lancaster City as Warrington Rylands claimed all three points at the Quickline Logistics Arena in the Northern Premier League Premier Division.

Morecambe comfortably got past Gateshead to move into the fourth round of the FA Trophy, following a 3-0 victory at the Gateshead International Stadium.

Key figures at Morecambe FC owners Panjab Warriors have answered criticism from the fans in an in-depth interview.

Runners from Lancaster & Morecambe Athletics Club had a busy month including taking part in the Lancaster half marathon and Morecambe Festival of Running.

A Morecambe amateur boxing club held its final show of 2025 featuring some of the area's top up-and-comers.

Two Morecambe FC former co-chairmen have issued a statement after resigning from the board of directors.

Morecambe FC stalwarts and the former co-chairmen have resigned from the board of directors.

Lancaster City’s game with Rushall Olympic was abandoned due to a waterlogged pitch.

MATCH REPORT: Vale of Lune 38 - 0 Winnington Park – Regional 2 North West

Morecambe delivered a well under par display to fall to a 3-0 defeat to Boston United to remain in the National League relegation zone.

Two professional boxers from Morecambe earned eye-catching wins on a bill at Blackpool Winter Gardens.

The man who fronted Panjab Warriors' takeover of Morecambe Football Club has been sanctioned by the UK government over accusations of his involvement in terrorism in India.

Families are invited to run off Christmas dinner at an annual Festive Fun Run in Lancaster.

MATCH REPORT: Birkenhead Park 17 - 53 Vale of Lune (Regional 2 North West)

A comprehensive 4-1 victory at Stocksbridge Park Steels has moved Lancaster City up to second in the Northern Premier League Premier Division table.

Morecambe remain in the National League relegation zone after a 1-0 defeat at fellow strugglers Braintree Town.

Lancaster City are third in the Northern Premier League Premier Division table after a late goal gave them all three points over Prescot Cables.

The new owners of Morecambe Football Club have received a prestigious award in Parliament.

MATCH REPORT: Vale of Lune 36 - 12 Northwich

Stockton Town scored a stoppage time winner to claim all three points from Lancaster City in the NPL Premier Division.

Morecambe remain in the National League relegation zone after a goalless draw with Yeovil at the Mazuma Mobile Stadium.

Lancaster City booked their place in the Lancashire FA Challenge Trophy quarter final with a glut of goals against Ashton Athletic.

Morecambe recorded a deserved victory after the Shrimps beat Brackey 2-0 in the National League on Tuesday evening.

Match Report: Aldwinians Under 14s 35 Vale of Lune Under 14s 28

Morecambe led twice before ending the game with ten men and falling to a 4-2 defeat at high flying York City in the National League.

A stalwart of road running in Lancaster has bounced back from a stroke with a positive fitness message for others.

Former Morecambe FC manager Derek Adams has returned to the game as new Director of Football at Plymouth Argyle.

MATCH REPORT: Douglas 31 Vale of Lune 8

Lancaster City picked up a vital point at Cleethorpes in the Northern Premier League Premier Division.

Morecambe remain in the National League relegation zone after surrendering a two goal lead against Sutton United at the Mazuma Mobile Stadium.

Morecambe has a history of producing tough and talented boxers, but local lad John Tom Varey’s debut professional performance was ‘exceptional’.

Morecambe recovered from conceding an early goal to earn a deserved point on the road at Hartlepool in the National League on Tuesday night.

It has been a busy three months for Lancaster and Morecambe Athletics Club.

MATCH REPORT: Vale of Lune U15s  54 Garstang U15s 52

Lancaster City and Whitby Town shared the spoils in a goalless draw in the Northern Premier League at the Giant Axe.

MATCH REPORT: Vale of Lune 34 - 24 Burnage

Lancaster City’s 12-game unbeaten run in the Northern Premier League came to an end at Warrington Town.

Morecambe remain in the National League relegation zone after a 2-1 defeat at Eastleigh.

Morecambe won away for the first time since Boxing Day 2024 with a dominant 4-0 display against Boston United in the National League.

A teenager from Lancaster has signed for one of the top rugby league teams in the UK.

It was an emotional evening as a Morecambe boxing club honoured a teenage champion while his debuting brother provided a thrilling fight of the night.

Match Report: Altrincham Kersal 26 Vale of Lune 31

Lancaster City maintained their lead at the top of the Northern Premier League Premier Division following a goalless draw with Hednesford at the Giant Axe.

Morecambe slipped to a 3-0 defeat against Southend United in the National League at the Mazuma Mobile Stadium.

Morecambe FC failed to qualify for the first round proper of the FA Cup for the first time since 2003, after the Shrimps were beaten by Chester in their fourth qualifying round replay at the Deva Stadium.

MATCH REPORT: Vale of Lune 21 - 48 Sandbach.

Lancaster City stretched their unbeaten league run to ten games to remain top of the Northern Premier League Premier Division.

Morecambe were held to draw by Chester after a stoppage time goal forced a replay in their FA Cup qualifying clash at the Mazuma.

Morecambe Football Club has announced the signing of goalkeeper Jamal Blackman on an initial deal until January.

After a superb start to the league campaign, the Dolly Blues turned their attention to cup football in midweek.

Morecambe remain bottom of the National League table after a 3-1 defeat to Scunthorpe in the National League at the Attis Arena.

A Morecambe born boxer has spoken about the honour of sparring with a huge star of the sport.

Burton-in-Kendal born Georgia Wilson played her part as Wigan Warriors Women defeated St Helens 16-12 in the Super League Grand Final on Sunday.

Lancaster City boss Jimmy Marshall has won the Northern Premier League Premier Division’s September Manager of the Month award.

MATCH REPORT: North Ribblesdale 34 Vale of Lune 17

MATCH REPORT: Vale of Lune 3rds 26 Garstang 2nds 24

Morecambe picked up a point on the road after drawing 1-1 with Tamworth in the National League on Saturday.

Lancaster City boss Jimmy Marshall has been nominated for the Northern Premier League Premier Division’s September Manager of the Month award.

Morecambe conceded four goals in the opening twelve minutes as they slipped to a heavy 5-2 defeat against Gateshead in the National League at the Mazuma Mobile Stadium.

Morecambe will host Chester in the FA Cup fourth qualifying round later this month.

Beyond Radio is once again partnering with Morecambe Football Club for full match commentary of every game in the National League season.

Lancaster City will go into October top of the Northern Premier League Premier Division league table after going the whole month of September unbeaten.

Ten-men Morecambe are bottom of the National League table after a heavy 5-0 defeat away at Truro City.

Ethan Packard looks back at a magnificent season for Morecambe Cricket Club as they lifted the Palace Shield Premier Division crown.

Morecambe FC has appointed a leading champion of the football club as its new Director of Fan Engagement.

Morecambe were beaten 2-1 by FC Halifax Town in the National League.

MATCH REPORT: Vale of Lune 29 West Park St Helens 6

There’s another new signing through the door at the Mazuma Mobile Stadium as winger Rolando Aarons has joined the Shrimps.

Lancaster City moved clear at the top of the Northern Premier League table after their fifth straight win at Ashton United.

Morecambe FC snatched all three points thanks to a late winner that gave them a 4-3 victory over Wealdstone in the National League at the Mazuma.

Morecambe CC Women's team have triumphed in the Northern Pyramid Super 8s Final.

A busy couple of days at Morecambe FC has seen four new loan players arrive at the Mazuma Mobile Stadium.

Morecambe Cricket Club’s victory over Preston was enough to secure the Palace Shield Premier Division title at the weekend.

Lancaster Phoenix played their first korfball games this weekend at the newly refurbished Highfield community court.

Morecambe FC's first ever football team for Armed Forces veterans has been formed and we've been finding out all about it.

MATCH REPORT: Widnes 22 Vale of Lune 41

MATCH REPORT: Vale of Lune Colts 68 Southport Colts 24

Morecambe FC Women were among the goals as a five-star performance followed progress in the FA Cup.

Lancaster City have moved to the top of the Northern Premier League after a superb victory over Ilkeston at The Giant Axe.

The points were shared in an eight goal thriller between Morecambe and Solihull Moors in the National League at Damson Park.

Welsh midfielder, George Thomas has become the latest addition to the Shrimps.

Lancaster light heavyweight Troy Gallagher was punch perfect in the most impressive performance yet of his pro career.

Lancaster City’s undefeated run in the Northern Premier League now sits at six games.

Morecambe FC have signed former Accrington Stanley and Gillingham winger, Jack Nolan.

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Another three points on the road helped Lancaster City climb the table and add to their impressive league run.

An afternoon to forget at Boreham Wood saw Morecambe fall to a 3-0 defeat in the National League.

Morecambe CC moved to within touching distance of promotion and winning the Palace Shield Premier Division title after victory over Burneside.

Morecambe were beaten by Forest Green Rovers in the National League at the Mazuma Mobile Stadium.

A much-loved Lancaster boxer who fought for the British title in a memorable bout has died, aged 68.

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Lancaster City exited the FA Cup at the first qualifying round stage after being beaten by fellow Northern Premier League side Whitby at the Giant Axe.

Morecambe went down to a 2-0 defeat to Woking in the National League at the Mazuma Mobile Stadium.

A charismatic former cage fighter turned podcaster and comedian will be the special guest at the open day of a Lancaster MMA gym.

Terrell Agyemang has become the latest edition to the Morecambe FC squad for the 2025/26 season.

Rising Morecambe boxer Nelson Birchall has celebrated what he described as a "cheeky, naughty, saucy knockout".

Lancaster City recorded their third victory in four games after beating Workington in the Northern Premier League on Bank Holiday Monday.

Morecambe fell to a 4-0 defeat at Aldershot Town in their first away game of the National League season on Bank Holiday Monday.

Lancaster Chess Club has held its third annual standard play chess congress.

Lancaster City played out a goalless draw with Gainsborough Trinity in the Northern Premier League.

Morecambe scored in the 98th minute to win their opening game of the National League season in dramatic fashion at the Mazuma Mobile Stadium.

Morecambe FC are back for their first game since the end of a crisis that threatened the club's future and we will bring you LIVE updates from the Mazuma on this historic day.

Five new signings have joined Morecambe FC as the Shrimps continue to rebuild their squad ahead of a new season some feared might not happen.

A Nic Evangelinos strike in the first half was enough for Jimmy Marshall’s side to claim their first away win of the season in the Northern Premier League.

It's a busy time at Morecambe Football Club as the Shrimps prepare for their first game of the season.

Morecambe FC assistant manager Danny Grainger has departed the Mazuma, the club has announced.

A stand of 211 paved the way for Morecambe Cricket Club to beat Leyland and lift the 2025 Meyler Cup on home turf.

Morecambe Football Club will return to play Altrincham at home this Saturday - the club has confirmed.

Morecambe FC has appointed Ashvir Singh Johal as the new manager to replace Derek Adams.

Morecambe FC has announced it has parted ways with manager Derek Adams just hours after new owners took over the club.

Morecambe FC staff have been paid outstanding wages owed to them for June as Panjab Warriors arrived for their first full day as club owners.

Lancaster City earned their first points of the Northern Premier League season in dramatic fashion at the Giant Axe.

It has been announced that the long-awaited sale of Morecambe Football Club has been completed.

The National League says Morecambe FC's suspension will be lifted and they could play again as early as next weekend - but only if a deal to sell the club is finalised.

Morecambe Cricket Club will take on Leyland Cricket Club this weekend to determine the winner of the 2025 Meyler Cup.

An agreement has reportedly been reached over the sale of Morecambe FC - and a Shrimps fans group has called it "a significant step forward" in the long-running saga.

A fundraiser has been launched to support Morecambe Cricket Club women's team.

Arnside Cricket Club’s captain says the club’s future is bright across the board after a recent cup win.

Lancaster City are still on the hunt for their first points and goals of the new season after being beaten by FC United of Manchester at the Giant Axe.

Morecambe CC made it ten straight wins in the Palace Shield Premier Division after a comfortable victory away at Westgate.

A local cricket club has been given a big boost towards its appeal to raise money for new facilities for its women’s section.

A Morecambe FC fans group has slammed the club's owner for "another empty, meaningless statement" after he said he was continuing to "work with a number of potential buyers".

Clubs from across the country have shown their support to Morecambe FC on what was due to be the start of the season for the Shrimps.

A rugby league player with local links bagged a try as England Women convincingly beat Wales.

Lancaster City began their Northern Premier League campaign with a narrow opening day defeat on the road.

The prospective buyers of Morecambe Football Club say a latest attempt to move the sale process on has been thwarted after the current owners cancelled a mediation meeting.

Lancaster-born football star Scott McTominay has been nominated the sport’s most prestigious individual prize, the Ballon d’Or.

Morecambe CC’s lead at the top of the Palace Shield Premier Division has been extended after a thrilling last over victory.

The head of Morecambe FC's official charity says their projects at the club will continue "until somebody puts a padlock on the front door".

The boss of Morecambe FC's kit suppliers has spoken about the incredible demand from fans for the club's new football strip during the current crisis.

The Morecambe FC women's teams are preparing for a new season amid the crisis surrounding the club.

Lancaster City's new season gets under way this Saturday when they travel to Hyde United in the NPL Premier Division.

The Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has spoken out on the crisis at Morecambe Football Club.

Morecambe FC fans queued in their hundreds to get their hands on the club's new kit in a show of unity for the crisis-hit club.

A rugby league player with local links has been included in the latest England Women squad.

Rugby league club Heysham Atoms have held a successful 'sponsored tackle' fundraising event which included a 'dunking' for some of its players!

Staff are continuing to work at Morecambe FC amid fears that the club would officially shut down today (August 4).

Tickets have flown out in the first 24 hours of sale for an event celebrating Morecambe Football Club.

A retired police officer and successful author has been named the new President of Vale of Lune Rugby Union Club.

The Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport has made a direct plea to the owner of Morecambe FC to sell the club and end the current crisis.

Shareholders of Morecambe FC and its prospective buyers say the crisis-hit club will "officially shut" on Monday unless a takeover is completed.

The chair of the Shrimps Trust fans' group is to step down from the role.

Two martial artists from a Lancaster academy have been crowned British champions.

Here are the latest results for the Lancaster and Morecambe Athletics Club as runners took part in races including the Abbeystead Supper Run and Morecambe half marathon.

Morecambe beat Lancaster to extend their lead at the top of the Northern Premier Division.

First-team football operations at Morecambe FC have stopped and more players will leave the crisis-hit club this week.

A team from the Lancaster area are competing in a milestone edition of a Europe-wide event getting under way today (July 30).

Further talks have taken place with would-be buyers of Morecambe Football Club in efforts to save the Shrimps.

The chair of a Shrimps supporters group and the town's MP have spoken out after Morecambe Football Club was suspended from the National League.

The National League has announced it has suspended Morecambe Football Club.

Morecambe FC faces a crunch meeting over its future after the National League said "further sanctions" could be brought against the club.

Morecambe's fine run of form continued as they beat Torrisholme by 54 runs in a top of the table clash.

A group of Morecambe FC shareholders have issued an ultimatum to the owner - sell the club within 48 hours or face High Court action.

Two local hockey clubs have merged to create a new Lancaster & District Hockey Club.

Morecambe FC's next pre-season fixture "will go ahead as planned" as concerns for the future of the Shrimps continue to grow.

An 11-year-old boy from Morecambe is continuing his family legacy after being picked to play for England at table tennis.

Dave Chisnall was beaten 10-7 by Mike De Decker in the first round of the Betfred World Matchplay in Blackpool.

It was a day of high emotion as fans of Morecambe FC gathered at the club they love, worried for its very existence.

The current owner of Morecambe FC says ‘sales agreements will be completed today’, after naming the man he says is leading a consortium to take over the Shrimps.

The Morecambe FC owner says "recent guesses" on the identity of a prospective new buyer of the club are "not accurate".

An Olympic boxer from the Lancaster and Morecambe area who went on to become one of the UK's most respected sport journalists has died, aged 82.

Morecambe FC fans have shown support for their team by clubbing together to raise money for a treat for the players.

Goals from Steven Yawson and Nathan Caine gave Lancaster City the win in a friendly at Kendal Town.

Morecambe are into the final of the Meyler Cup after edging past Penrith in their semi-final encounter at Woodhill Lane.

Morecambe remain top of the Palace Shield Premier Division after beating Rufford.

The head of a Morecambe FC supporters group says the crisis-hit football club is "effectively grinding to a halt".

A company who are all set to buy Morecambe FC say they may take legal action over the owner's last-minute U-turn on the sale of the club.

A Morecambe man is looking for players to join a new Lancashire walking football team - but only those with Parkinson’s disease, a neurological disorder or recovering from stroke should apply.

The long-awaited sale of Morecambe FC will be completed on Monday - the Shrimps' owners have said.

The owner of Morecambe Football Club says a new deal to sell the club will be signed with a last-minute buyer - throwing the Shrimps' future into further doubt.

The local MP has pleaded with the owner of Morecambe Football Club to sell up as the crisis at the Mazuma Mobile Stadium deepens.

Morecambe began their pre-season fixtures with a 2-1 victory at Longridge Town on Tuesday night.

Takeaways have rallied round to support Morecambe FC staff with free food as their salaries remain unpaid due to the crisis at the club.

The prospective new bosses of Morecambe FC have made a final appeal to the current owner to sell his shares and allow their takeover of the crisis-hit club.

A Morecambe-born boxer has turned professional and is now training at one of England’s most prestigious gyms.

The board of directors at Morecambe Football Club have resigned for a second time after a deal to takeover the Shrimps wasn't completed as expected today.

A local businessman who has stopped sponsoring Morecambe Football Club until it is sold says he is devastated to have to make that decision.

The Morecambe FC owner has released another statement in a tumultuous week for the club.

Morecambe extended their lead at the top of the Palace Shield Premier Division after beating Burneside.

Local MP Lizzi Collinge has highlighted the ongoing issues over the future of Morecambe Football Club in parliament.

Tyson Fury is up for a third fight with Oleksandr Usyk and has even named a possible date and venue.

The Morecambe FC owner has sacked the club’s board of directors as the future of the Shrimps remains uncertain.

The Morecambe FC board will call in administrators on Wednesday morning unless the long awaited sale of the club is completed before then.

The board at Morecambe Football Club say the deal to take over the ownership of the club is on the brink of collapsing.

Morecambe Cricket Club first XI are into the semi-finals of the Meyler Cup after a dramatic bowl out finish against Longridge.

Morecambe won the toss and elected to bat in a top of the table match with Preston knowing a win would replace their opponents at the top. 

Here are the results for Lancaster and Morecambe Athletics Club runners for May 2025.

Lancaster defeated Morecambe by 30 runs in a T20 local derby.

Striker Jack Stretton has become Morecambe FC’s first signing of the summer.