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Controversial plans to build new homes in Morecambe village could be back on the table
A developer who wants to build 110 homes in Torrisholme has asked Lancaster City Council if an Environmental Impact Assessment needs to be submitted as part of the planning application.
Morecambe Car Club rally recognising Illuminations tradition pays tribute to former winner
A classic car rally honouring a proud tradition beginning during the era of the Morecambe Illuminations has paid tribute to a three-time former winner.
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Lancaster children's nursery garden smashed up by vandals
A pre school in Lancaster has appealed for help after their nursery garden was targeted by vandals.
Milestone Lancaster housing scheme completed
Northstone and Great Places Housing Group are celebrating the completion of their first development delivered in partnership at Breacla in Lancaster.
These are the 10 most expensive houses for sale in Lancaster on property website Zoopla
If you’re looking for a taste of luxury, these homes will certainly fit the bill.
Lancaster care company marks National Carers Week
As National Carers Week is marked alongside supporting Lancaster BID’s Random Acts of Kindness week, it’s an important opportunity to recognise the people who make such a difference in the community every day through care, compassion and connection.
Police reopen investigation into death of Lancaster woman
Detectives have reopened the investigation into the death of 27-year-old Lancaster woman following a campaign by her family, who fear she could have been murdered.
Lancaster pub remains closed and acts cancelled due to unsafe building
A pub in Lancaster remains closed after a 'dangerous building' forced road closures over the weekend.
Date announced for Morecambe music festival designed by young adults with accessibility at its heart
Unique Gigz Festival 2026 will bring together live music, entertainment and family fun in an inclusive environment...
Lancaster war hero back home after D-Day commemoration in Normandy
A Lancaster war hero has returned home after being part of the 82nd D-Day commemorations in Normandy.
Road closure in place for filming of The Bay TV series
A further road closure next to the Promenade is due this week for filming of TV series The Bay.
Breaking ground ceremony confirmed as work set to start on Eden Project Morecambe
A breaking ground ceremony will be held to celebrate the official start of work on the Eden Project Morecambe site.
14 cyclists complete inspiring ride to support Lancaster hospice
A team of 14 dedicated cyclists took on a demanding physical challenge to raise more than £11,000 for St John’s Hospice in Lancaster.
Pubs and bars in Lancaster and Morecambe able to open later during men’s football world cup
Pubs and bars in Lancaster and Morecambe will be able to open later during the men’s football world cup thanks to an extension to licensing hours.
Earth tremors hit village near Lancaster weeks after previous quake
A village near Lancaster has been hit by earth tremors, just a few weeks after a previous incident.
Lancaster Uni regularly generating 100% of its own electricity for the first time
Lancaster University has taken a giant leap towards net zero.
Driver took Snapchat selfies moments before killing cyclist in Morecambe
Matthew Isherwood sent a message after the collision saying 'I've just hit someone'
Police appeal for wanted man who could be in Morecambe
Police are looking for a wanted man who has links to Lancaster, Morecambe and Burnley.
Men sentenced after death of cyclist, 81, in Morecambe
Two drivers have been sentenced for causing the death of an 81-year-old cyclist in Morecambe.