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Lancaster student shines in national competition which recognises talented young innovators
A Lancaster Girls’ Grammar School student was among those awarded at a prestigious nationwide competition for young engineers, scientists and technologists.
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Police appeal after sexual assault in Lancaster
Police are investigating after a sexual assault in Lancaster.
Elderly Morecambe couple scammed by fake police officer
An elderly couple from Morecambe have been the victims of fraud by someone posing as a police officer.
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Police appeal after woman sexually assaulted near Asda Lancaster
Police are appealing for information after a sexual assault in Lancaster.
Court round-up for Lancaster and Morecambe
The following people were dealt with by magistrates at Lancaster and Preston:
Lancaster youth workers to take on cycling challenge in memory of teen
A team from a Lancashire-based youth charity will cycle the length of Britain this summer in memory of a special teenager.
Butterfly house and mini zoo reopen at Lancaster park after repair work
The Butterfly House and Mini Zoo at Williamson Park have reopened after repair work.
Morecambe MP responds to damning NHS maternity services inquiry
The MP for Morecambe and Lunesdale said that "families have been treated appallingly after tragedies" in her response to an investigation into maternity services.
Legal action on the cards after travellers set up camp in Lancaster park
Lancaster City Council is to take legal action after travellers set up camp in a city park.
Elderly couple from Morecambe targeted by scam involving London 'police officer'
The couple were told to withdraw money
Morecambe Bay mum feeling wonderful after reaching final of Ms Great Britain Classic
A mum of two from the Morecambe Bay area has been named a finalist in the Ms Great Britain Classic beauty contest for women aged 45 and over.
Lancaster youth charity team to face epic cycling challenge inspired by teenager
A team from a Lancaster-based youth charity will cycle the length of Britain this summer in memory of a special teenager.
Lancaster restaurant owner makes heartfelt plea as VAT petition to government gathers pace
The boss of a Lancaster restaurant has backed a countrywide plea for the government to cut VAT for the hospitality trade.
Morecambe couple in their 80s scammed by fake police officer
A Morecambe couple in their 80s have fallen victim to scammers, said police.
Lancashire Police launch summer crackdown on drink and drug driving
Lancashire Police are urging motorists not to drink or drug drive throughout the summer, warning offenders they will face the full force of the law if they do, like any other time of year.
Lancaster University appeals for citizen scientists after Venezuela earthquakes
Scientists from Lancaster University are appealing for volunteers to help a citizen science project helping the delivery of humanitarian aid in the wake of two earthquakes within less than one minute of each other in Venezuela.
Thousands in Lancaster yet to benefit from major broadband upgrade
Most of Lancaster is now covered by Full Fibre but many residents and businesses still haven’t made the switch...
Morecambe MP column: Why I am backing Andy Burnham to become the next Prime Minister
‘ The Prime Minister showed careful leadership and judgement ...but it was the right time to go’
Intrepid Royal Lancaster Infirmary team to take on mammoth challenge to support hospital charity
A team from the Royal Lancaster Infirmary’s Acute Surgical Unit is to take on a Lake District challenge to support the hospital’s own charity.
Ofsted success for school near Lancaster as boarding rated 'Good' across all areas
Boarders at Dallam School enjoy a positive boarding experience, feel safe, make good academic progress and benefit from strong pastoral support.