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Firefighters tackle lorry fire at business premises in Heysham
Crews have tackled a fire in a lorry containing seven tonnes of cardboard at a commercial premises in Heysham.
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Lancaster hairdresser named finalist in three categories at top awards
A Lancaster hair stylist been named a finalist in multiple categories at the prestigious UK Hair and Beauty Awards 2026, marking a significant milestone in her career.
Lancaster village dad invites public to join 630 mile coastal walk in memory of son who died aged 30
A Silverdale dad is inviting people across the North West to join an extraordinary 630-mile walking challenge along the South West Coast Path in memory of his son, who died suddenly from a previously undiagnosed heart condition.
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New six-day art festival coming to Lancaster
A new free Festival of Art combining an exhibition and opportunities to get creative and improve your wellbeing is being launched in Lancaster from May 11-16.
'No child should wait' - Lancaster charity highlights growing youth mental health crisis
A Lancaster based youth mental health charity has warned that young people are being left waiting more than six months for support, as demand rises and funding falls.
Lancaster slimmers raise over £10k for cancer charity by donating clothes that no longer fit
Slimming World members in Lancaster have raised over £10,000 for Cancer Research UK by donating the clothes they’ve slimmed out of to the charity’s shops.
40 breathtaking views show the true beauty of Morecambe and the bay
‘Beauty surrounds, health abounds’ is Morecambe’s motto and it’s easy to see how our town earned this description.
Lancaster logistics and recycling firm hits record £11.8m turnover
Lancaster-based data erasure specialist ICT Reverse has reported record turnover of £11.8m.
Candidates named for Lancaster by-election, but one major party will sit this one out
The unexpected poll comes after former university student stepped down
Lancaster police continue drive to tackle city centre street drinking
Police continue to work to tackle the problem of street drinking in Lancaster city centre.
Martin's Funeral Directors: LIVE updates following Lancashire Police raid in Preston
Police have raided a funeral directors in Preston this morning.
Splash Park in popular Morecambe park opening for season
The splash park in Morecambe’s Happy Mount Park is opening for the summer season this weekend.
Wave goodbye to eyesore Morecambe alley as new pictures show demolition well under way
Demolition is continuing in a former eyesore alley in Morecambe which is being transformed into a food court.
Lancaster law firm holds the key to your new home
As the spring rolls around, many of us are looking to make a new start in a new home.
Lancashire Police conducting enquiries at Martin's Funeral Directors in Tulketh Brow, Preston
Two people have been arrested after police raided a funeral directors in Preston this morning.
Firefighters tackle lorry trailer blaze in Heysham
Firefighters tackled a blaze in a lorry trailer in Heysham.
Candidates named ahead of Lancaster ward by-election
The candidates have been announced for the by-election called after a city councillor stood down.
Lancaster occupational therapist completes London Marathon in memory of family members lost to lung cancer
An occupational therapist from Lancaster completed the London Marathon on Sunday for a cause very close to her heart.
Exhibition inspired by Eden Project Morecambe to open in Lancaster
A photo exhibition celebrating the upcoming start of work on the Eden Project Morecambe will go on display in Lancaster.
Scorton tractor pull is back to thrill
Tractor Pulling, the world’s most powerful and exciting motor sport, returns to the region this May at Scorton Showground’s purpose-built track and, this year, it promises to be even more octane-filled and thrilling.