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Increased police presence around Lancaster district ahead of TT Races
Lancashire Police say dedicated resources are being deployed both locally and across the county ahead of bikers heading to Heysham Port for the Isle of Man TT Races.
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Historic Lancaster church spire to undergo repair work
The Churches Conservation Trust has submitted a listed building application for a package of repair works on an 18th century church in Lancaster city centre.
Rare portrait painted by Eric Morecambe comes to light after 60 years
A rare portrait of a pike painted by the late comedy legend Eric Morecambe has come to light after 60 years.
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Shirt stunt at Morecambe FC backs Tyson Fury and Zlatan Ibrahimovic takeover bid
Pro wrestlers appearing on a show at Morecambe FC added fuel to claims that Tyson Fury and Zlatan Ibrahimovic are lining up a takeover bid for the football club.
Festa Italia sees tens of thousands of people descend on Lancaster
Visitors came from far and wide as Lancaster’s much-loved Festa Italia returned to the city at the weekend.
Lancaster hospital launches ‘Grab Bags’ scheme for patients fleeing violence
A scheme to help patients fleeing violence or abuse has been launched at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary.
No knives sold to underage buyers after test purchase operation in Lancaster district
A test purchase operation between police and Trading Standards revealed no shops visited in the Lancaster district sold a knife to an underage buyer.
Renovation plans unveiled for site of former secondary school near Lancaster
Plans have been submitted to the city council for a school on the site of a former secondary school to be redeveloped.
Morecambe man sentenced for historic sex offences
A man has been sentenced for the sexual touching of a man in North Devon.
Celebrating 35 years of Lancaster’s St Nicholas Arcades
Celebrating 35 years as a key part of Lancaster city life, St Nicholas Arcades (often known as St Nics) continues to be Lancaster’s premier undercover shopping destination.
Stark warning issued over financial future of Morecambe Football Club as accounts reveal another million pound loss
The chairman of Morecambe FC says he's confident the club can meet its financial obligations after it was revealed the Shrimps made a loss of more than a million pounds for the third year in a row.
Tyson and Paris Fury jet off on holiday as daughter returns from honeymoon
The couple flew out on the bank holiday amid the hot temperatures
Latest scores on the doors as 15 businesses in Lancaster and Morecambe get new food hygiene ratings
These 15 businesses in Morecambe and Lancaster have been awarded newly updated hygiene ratings by the Food Standards Agency.
Increased police presence along routes to Heysham Port ahead of TT Races
Lancashire Constabulary is reinforcing its commitment to public safety ahead of the upcoming TT racing period, with dedicated resources deployed across the county to protect road users and prevent crime.
PHOTOS: Wrestlers make history with first ever outdoor show at Morecambe Football Club
The first ever professional wrestling event has been held on the football pitch at Morecambe FC - with even club mascot Christie the Cat getting in on the action!
Police tackle underage knife sales in Lancaster shops
Lancaster Police teamed up with Trading Standards to tackle the sale of knives and other bladed items to underage buyers.
Lancaster football star’s overhead kick features on new £20 banknote
A £20 note featuring an image inspired by a Lancaster footballer’s overhead kick has been unveiled by the Bank of Scotland.
Lancaster gallery hosts exhibition of paintings and drawings from self-taught artist
King Street Arts in Lancaster are hosting an exhibition of personal paintings and drawings from self-taught artist Thom Draven.
Crews tackle carpet fire at Lancaster flat
Fire crews tackled a blaze at a property in Lancaster in the early hours of Tuesday morning.
Police tow vehicles parked dangerously at popular Kirkby Lonsdale beauty spot
Police have slammed inconsiderate and dangerous parking at Devil’s Bridge in Kirkby Lonsdale over the bank holiday weekend.