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Morecambe and Carnforth named top two trending UK staycation spots
Morecambe is the fastest-rising place for British people holidaying in the UK - with Carnforth in second - says one of the world's largest online travel agents.
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Lancaster City Council issues fresh warning over £60 fine for leaving wheelie bins out
Lancaster and Morecambe residents face a £60 fine if they don’t return their rubbish, food bins and recycling wheelie bins onto their property 24 hours after collections.
Striking new floral tribute appears in Morecambe to mark comedian Eric’s 100th year
A colourful birthday tribute to the late Eric Morecambe has been installed in Morecambe.
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Popular Carnforth truck stop bought by petrol forecourt company
A popular truck stop in Carnforth has been bought by a Pembrokeshire-based forecourt operator.
Lancashire Police praise football fans for winning performance during World Cup
Lancashire Police say local football fans have been on their best behaviour so far during the World Cup.
Community food workshops aim to empower people across the Lancaster district
A training programme aimed at empowering people interested in community food projects kicks off in the Lancaster district later this month.
£10 park show tickets part of Lancaster theatre's scheme to help with cost of living crisis
A Lancaster theatre has announced it will include this year's open-air park show as part of its affordable ticket scheme.
Dangerous predator tried to rape teenage girl in 'abhorrent' attack in Morecambe
Florin Panainte has been given a 14-year sentence
Man given lengthy jail term for attempted rape in Morecambe
A man has been jailed for attempting to rape a teenager in Morecambe.
Three people sentenced after death of Heysham pensioner following Bay Gateway crash
Three people have been sentenced at court in connection with the death of a Heysham pensioner after a crash.
Man jailed for attempted rape of teenage girl in Morecambe
A man has been given a 14-year sentence for attempting to rape a teenager.
Capacity audience watches Morecambe's first screening of landmark climate documentary
A capacity audience attended Morecambe’s first screening of the People’s Emergency Briefing, held at Morecambe Town Hall.
House prices in North West rise by 2.4% but ' buyers are not getting carried away '
‘We expect the housing market to continue moving at a measured pace’
Lancashire Reform UK group says Nigel Farage 'right to quit as an MP'
The party in control at County Hall has given its backing to the Reform UK leader’s move.
Enjoy historical walk ‘in the footsteps of monks’ around Morecambe Bay
History lovers, walkers and nature enthusiasts are invited to experience an unforgettable guided journey walking in the footsteps of monks around Morecambe Bay.
Morecambe firm celebrates new chapter as chairman steps down after successful employee ownership transition
Independent optical laboratory Optimum Rx Group is celebrating 15 years of growth, innovation and independence as the business passes into the hands of its employee owners.
Two men reported for poaching offences after being detained by police near Carnforth
Officers from the Lancaster, Morecambe & Wyre Rural Task Force responded to reports of hare coursing in the Farleton area near Carnforth last week.
Woman saved by lorry driver after being bitten 17 times in savage dog attack near petrol station
“I was incredibly lucky a lorry driver stopped and saved me. I genuinely believe he saved my life...”
Work continues to restore Morecambe Winter Gardens as it remains on national 'at risk' register
Morecambe’s Winter Gardens remains on the national Theatres at Risk Register.
Ingleton business invests in digital technology through Government-backed programme
An Ingleton manufacturer is investing in digital technology to improve efficiency, strengthen productivity and support future growth, with support from Made Smarter Yorkshire.