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Annual visitor numbers to Lancaster and Morecambe District rise again
The latest tourism figures for the Lancaster district show the number of visitors has risen again year-on-year.
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Lancaster cadets reach national final after gaining top spot in north
Cadets from Ripley St Thomas CE Academy have reached a national final after coming out on top at the annual Regional Air Squadron Trophy (RAST) competition, held at Inskip Cadet Centre.
Everything you need to know as Lancashire primary school applications close this week
With primary school applications closing this week for schools in Lancashire we have provided the following guide.
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Lancaster law firm strengthens ties with local area
For more than 170 years, Holdens Law has been a pillar of the local community, providing expert legal guidance through the most significant moments of people’s lives.
Eric flower beds help bring silver success to Morecambe
Beautiful flower beds near the Eric Morecambe Statue have helped the town win a major award.
Figures show festive trading boost for Lancaster city centre
Many shops and pubs in Lancaster city centre have reported strong trading figures during the Christmas period.
Work well under way on new restaurant at Lancaster train station
Train passengers may have noticed building work taking place on part of Lancaster railway station recently.
Lancaster's pioneering zip wire and bunjee tower removed after decline in use
An outoor attraction billed as the first of its kind in Europe has been removed from a Lancaster sports centre due to a drop in popularity.
Lancaster city centre pub to relaunch as Irish bar
A Lancaster high street pub is set to reopen as a new Irish bar.
Chinese New Year celebrations to return to Lancaster
Thousands of visitors are expected to attend the Chinese New Year celebrations in Lancaster, welcoming the Year of the Horse.
13 fun things to do in Lancashire this February half term 2026 - from K-Pop parties to mud festivals
They’ve only just gone back to school after Christmas, but the next half term isn’t far away.
Morecambe celebrates success at North West in Bloom contest
Morecambe is coming up roses after achieving success for its first entry back into North West in Bloom.
Festive season brings boost to Lancaster city centre as businesses report increase in trade
Lancaster businesses saw a positive end to the year as visitors voted with their feet and chose to visit Lancaster city centre.
Lancaster cancer charity receives £60k cash boost to help children and young people
Local charity CancerCare has expressed its gratitude after receiving a grant to support services for children and young people affected by a cancer diagnosis or bereavement.
Plans for up to 90 new homes in Lancaster field revealed
Plans have been submitted to build up to 90 new houses in a development described as providing "a new edge to Torrisholme".
Three arrested during immigration crackdown at car wash in Morecambe
Three people suspected of working illegally in the UK were arrested after an immigration raid in Morecambe.
Cafe and shop demolition at Lancaster park given green light
Plans to demolish the cafe and shop at Williamson Park in Lancaster have been approved.
Lancaster MP welcomes stronger parental leave rights to give working families the 'security they deserve'
Lancaster MP Cat Smith has welcomed stronger parental leave rights to give working families the “security they deserve”.
Lancaster school pupils get behind the scenes look at city housing development
Students from a Lancaster school have been learning all about how rewarding a career in housebuilding can be.
'Shocking' number of arrests as Lancashire police reveal extent of crackdown on drink driving
Police have revealed what an inspector described as a "shocking" number of arrests during a crackdown on drink and drug driving over the Christmas period.