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Candidates named ahead of Lancaster ward by-election
The candidates have been announced for the by-election called after a city councillor stood down.
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Lancaster occupational therapist completes London Marathon in memory of family members lost to lung cancer
An occupational therapist from Lancaster completed the London Marathon on Sunday for a cause very close to her heart.
Exhibition inspired by Eden Project Morecambe to open in Lancaster
A photo exhibition celebrating the upcoming start of work on the Eden Project Morecambe will go on display in Lancaster.
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Scorton tractor pull is back to thrill
Tractor Pulling, the world’s most powerful and exciting motor sport, returns to the region this May at Scorton Showground’s purpose-built track and, this year, it promises to be even more octane-filled and thrilling.
Lancaster churches back charity appeal to support families living in poverty
Churches in and around Lancaster are once again organising fundraising activities as part of Christian Aid Week 2026.
Morecambe MP column: New clean, homegrown energy measures to support you
As your MP for Morecambe and Lunesdale, one of my priorities is to help families in our community feel secure in the face of an increasingly uncertain world.
Morecambe vintage bus day gets £1.5k funding boost
Morecambe Town Council has awarded Ribble Vehicle Preservation Trust a £1,500 grant for the 2026 Morecambe Vintage Bus Day.
Lancaster man accused of e-bike motoring offences
A Lancaster man is due in court accused of motoring offences relating to an adapted mountain bike or e-bike.
Lancaster research finds NHS strikes improve emergency hospital admissions
More patients than usual are admitted to hospital Emergency Departments during doctors’ strikes say researchers, who examined changes to patient flows at an NHS trust in the north west of England.
How Lancaster scientists used Hollywood film technology to help London Marathon runners improve
London Marathon runners were able to select which shoes best enhance their performance thanks to a Lancaster University project using the latest motion capture technology.
Spectacular night-time drone show to be part of Armed Forces weekend in Morecambe
More events have been announced for this year's expanded Lancaster & Morecambe Armed Forces weekend including a night-time drone show above the Promenade.
Spectacular drone show plan revealed for Morecambe Armed Forces Day celebrations
Something big will be lighting up the skies of Morecambe for Armed Forces Day weekend.
Research study bid on notorious Lancaster Castle tower where Pendle Witches were incarcerated
Special permission is being sought for investigations to be carried out into part of Lancaster Castle.
LISTEN: Sing along as venue celebrates Eric Morecambe's 100th birthday
A mass sing along to 'Bring Me Sunshine' and other songs made famous by Morecambe and Wise will be held to mark the 100th birthday of Eric Morecambe.
Morecambe Vintage Bus Day receives grant boost
The popular Morecambe Vintage Bus Day has received a grant boost to help support the event next month.
Morecambe pensioner, 94, to release debut album for charity
A 94-year-old pensioner from Morecambe is to realise his dream of releasing an album thanks to the help of a local homecare provider.
Police appeal after biker dies and two seriously hurt in collision near Ingleton
Police are appealing for information following a fatal collision on the B6255 between Ingleton and Hawes.
Mental health champion arrives in Lancaster on 10-month charity walk
A writer walking 4,200km over 10 months across the UK and Ireland for mental health charities has been welcomed to Lancaster.
Celebrating a day of discovery in Morecambe with Lancaster University
Hundreds of visitors joined the popular Campus in the City festival, bringing research to life in the heart of the Lancaster and Morecambe community.
Forest Green Rovers 5 Morecambe 0: Dismal defeat on the final day of the season
Morecambe ended a miserable season with another heavy defeat as they went down 5-0 to Forest Green Rovers on Saturday.