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Heysham dad whose heart stopped for eight minutes raises thousands from charity bike ride
A Heysham man who suffered a near-fatal cardiac arrest on a bike ride has completed a cycling challenge raising thousands for a hospital.
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Hottest June day and night ever recorded at Lancaster University’s Hazelrigg weather station
Scientists at Lancaster University’s Hazelrigg weather station have recorded the highest ever June temperature recorded since records began at the site.
Hottest June day and night ever recorded at Lancaster University’s Hazelrigg weather station
Scientists at Lancaster University’s Hazelrigg weather station have recorded the highest ever June temperature recorded since records began at the site.
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Morecambe Bay Fringe Festival chief slams plans for separate Lancaster event
The organiser of a long-running arts festival in Morecambe has hit out at plans to run a similar event in Lancaster - saying they should be working together.
The Normans invading popular Morecambe park this weekend
The Normans invade a popular Morecambe park at the weekend.
Police investigating after van flees scene of crash on Bay Gateway in Morecambe
Police are investigating after a van left the scene of a crash on the Bay Gateway in Morecambe.
Courageous Heysham campers complete demanding Duke of Edinburgh expedition
Pupils from a Heysham school took part in a challenging expedition as part of their Duke of Edinburgh Award.
Lancaster primary school secures £2,000 to create improved outdoor learning environment
A Lancaster school is celebrating a funding boost to improve its facilities.
UPDATED: Van makes off from scene after four vehicle crash in Morecambe
Police are investigating after a van made off from the scene following a four vehicle crash on the Bay Gateway in Morecambe.
Plans approved for Heysham skate park
A new skatepark will be built in Heysham, after plans were approved.
'I'm so proud to be building Eden Project now after leaving Morecambe years ago with a heavy heart'
The long-awaited work has now started, with the attraction due to open in late 2028
VIDEO: World famous steam engine spotted in Morecambe on historic journey
A renowned road locomotive has been spotted in our district bringing a historic steam train on its journey home.
Appeal after bin deliberately set on fire near Lancaster bus station
There’s an appeal for information after a bin was set on fire outside the bus station in Lancaster.
PHOTOS: Giant spade goes in ground at Eden Project Morecambe as August start date revealed
The first spade has gone in at the Eden Project Morecambe site at a 'breaking ground ceremony' after bosses said actual work on site will begin in August.
Hundreds gather to mark pivotal moment as Eden Project Morecambe moves a step closer to fruition
The plans are moving towards construction in August this year
New drumming festival to be held in Morecambe
A new free festival of drumming will rumble onto Morecambe Promenade later this year.
New four-day Lancaster Fringe Festival announced
A brand new arts festival inspired by the Edinburgh Fringe is coming to Lancaster next year.
Former Lancaster antiques centre revamp gets go-ahead
Plans to convert a former antiques centre in Lancaster into six units for various uses have been approved subject to conditions.
Controversial new housing plans near Lancaster given thumbs up
A scheme to build 93 homes to extend Galgate village has been given planning permission.
LISTEN: Plans revealed for 'permanent seasonal' Lancaster On Ice
Plans have been revealed for Lancaster On Ice to remain a long-term Christmas attraction for the city.