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ID checks plan for Heysham ferry passengers
The Isle of Man Government is inviting views on a proposal to require passengers travelling with the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company from Heysham, Liverpool, Birkenhead, Dublin and Belfast to carry identification when they travel.
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Music festival to raise funds and remember Morecambe's much-loved dancing man
A music festival will be held in Lancaster to raise funds in memory of a much-loved local legend known for his dancing feet.
Lancashire pension savers are unwittingly bankrolling disastrous US gas expansion
Do you know where your pension cash is being used? Lancashire pension savers are unknowingly bankrolling a controversial US gas expansion, reports the Bureau of Investigative Journalism.
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Lancaster part of drink spiking support pilot scheme
Lancaster is part of a pilot scheme designed to improve access to support for victims of drink spiking.
Lancaster dad sets up community clean-ups in bid to rid River Lune of rubbish
A Lancaster man dedicating his spare time to cleaning up the River Lune is calling on the community to help.
Driver taken to hospital after two car collision in Lancaster
A motorist was taken to hospital after a collision in Lancaster.
New Heysham skatepark plans unveiled
Plans have been revealed for a new skatepark in Heysham.
May the forks be with you at Star Wars themed beer and pie festival in Lancaster
The White Cross, Merchants 1688 and Stonewell Tap Pubs are holding their 18th Annual Beer and Pie Festival this weekend from April 24 to 26.
Beyond Radio licence renewed by Ofcom for next five years
Beyond Radio is delighted to announce that our licence to broadcast has been renewed for another five years.
Owners raise a glass to 20 years at Lancaster pub
Twenty years ago, Hannah and Martin Horner decided that The Blob Shop in Dalton Square was simply too good a venue to be overlooked.
Carnforth business shortlisted for major award
A Carnforth business has been named a finalist for Construction & Building Services StartUp of the Year at the North West regional final of the UK StartUp Awards 2026.
Driver taken to hospital after two-car crash in Lancaster
A motorist was taken to hospital after emergency services were called to a road traffic collision in Lancaster.
Man jailed after throwing brick in face of Lancaster police officer
A man has been jailed after a Lancaster officer was seriously injured after being hit in the face with a brick thrown through the window of a police car.
Man jailed after hitting police officer with a brick during routine stop in Lancaster
A man has been jailed after assaulting a Lancaster police officer in the street during a routine stop.
Contractor sought for next phase of Lancaster’s Canal Quarter development
Lancaster City Council has begun the search for a partner to undertake the next phase of the Canal Quarter development.
Affordable housing plans progress on Lancaster's Canal Quarter
Plans for much-needed new affordable housing in Lancaster have taken a step forward.
Council tax discount under review for thousands of Lancaster and Morecambe residents
Lancaster City Council has launched a review of households currently receiving a single person Council Tax discount to ensure support is reaching only those who are eligible.
Outdoor learning strengths underlined at University of Cumbria conference held in Lancaster
The strengths of outdoor learning took centre stage as a wide range of education professionals gathered at the University of Cumbria.
CCTV appeal after fuel thefts from petrol station in North Yorkshire village
Police have issued a CCTV image of a person they would like to speak to following a series of thefts from a petrol station in Ingleton.
Review begins of Council Tax single person discount in Lancaster district
Lancaster City Council has launched a review of households currently receiving a single person Council Tax discount to ensure support is reaching only those who are eligible.