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LISTEN: Morecambe Music Festival set to bring sunny vibes at town's four-day party
Morecambe Music Festival gets under way today (Thursday July 9) with thousands expected to party in the town in glorious sunshine.
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Investigation into Christmas Eve death of man just one day after release from Lancaster Farm Prison
The report was issued this week.
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.
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Police release image of man as they investigate sexual assault in Lancaster
Police have released a CCTV image of a man they wish to speak to in connection with a sexual assault in Lancaster.
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.
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.
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
Lancaster and Morecambe pubs, cafes and restaurants back TV chef's campaign to cut VAT
Pubs, cafes and restaurants in Lancaster and Morecambe have backed a campaign to reduce VAT to help struggling businesses.
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.