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Lancaster youth charity receives King's Award for Voluntary Service
A Lancaster charity giving creative opportunities to young people has been given the King's Award for Voluntary Service.
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Lancashire's North-South divide: council plan to cut the county in two
Just two new councils should be created to serve the whole of Lancashire when the county's 15 existing local authorities are abolished, Lancashire County Council is set to argue.
Lancaster University wins prestigious 'green' award
Ground-breaking green initiatives earned Lancaster University a win in the 2025 Green Gown Awards and national recognition for leadership and innovation in sustainability.
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Three drivers in Lancashire get licences revoked after failing 20m roadside eyesight test
Lancashire Police carried out 697 eyesight checks as part of the two week long Operation Dark Night.
Lancaster apprentice chef joins hotel group’s culinary academy
An apprentice chef from Lancaster has joined a North West hotel group’s specialist training academy.
Plans revealed for £100m Lancaster Canal Quarter development include hotel and new entertainment venue
On behalf of Lanmara Developments Ltd (LDL), Axis-RE and Marco Living have announced the first look at their masterplan for the regeneration of Brewery Lane, a three-acre site within Lancaster’s Canal Quarter.
Council urges residents to fight fly-tipping this November
Lancaster City Council is encouraging residents to take action against fly-tipping to help keep the district looking its best and free from waste crime.
Amber rain warning issued for UK as Lancashire prepares for strong winds from Storm Claudia
Lancashire is set to face strong, gusty winds on Friday as Storm Claudia sweeps across the UK, bringing the risk of flooding, travel disruption and damage to buildings.
CCTV appeal after ‘incident’ at Lancaster University
Police want to speak to a man captured on CCTV in connection with an incident at Lancaster University.
Heysham shop lodges bid for premises licence to sell alcohol
A convenience store in Heysham has applied for a premises licence to sell alcohol.
Full line-up announced for Lancaster Christmas Lights Switch On 2025 hosted by Beyond Radio
The full line-up has been revealed for a day of live music and performance at the annual Lancaster Christmas Lights Switch On.
Councillors set to consider proposals for local government reorganisation
Lancashire County Council say a new authority covering the Lancaster district should include Blackpool, Fylde, Wyre, Preston and the Ribble Valley.
First glimpse revealed of £100m Lancaster regeneration vision
A first look at plans to create a new £100m neighbourhood in Lancaster's Canal Quarter area has been revealed.
This super-warm neck gaiter is just £5 in a Black Friday sale
A winter essential for less – Regatta’s cosy neck gaiter is now just £5 for members in an early Black Friday deal.
Northern Lights to stun in UK skies tonight: Best time to see them - and what to expect from geomagnetic storm
The same event that causes the dazzling display could also trigger a big geomagnetic storm ☁
‘Coming soon’ billboards appear at Eden Project Morecambe site
Billboards are up at the Eden Project Morecambe site saying the attraction is ‘coming soon.’
Bag a Buff-style Regatta Multi-Tube 'snood' in the Regatta sale for less than £2
Regatta’s mid-season sale offers Buff-style snoods for £1.75 – lightweight, windproof, and perfect for layering in the cold
Sign put up on prom saying Eden Project Morecambe is ‘coming soon’
A sign has appeared on the promenade declaring the proposed £100m Eden Project Morecambe is ‘coming soon’.
Former Lancashire Police investigator denies advising drug dealer on how to avoid detection as trial date set
A former Lancashire Police investigator is accused of advising a drug dealer on how to avoid police detection.
Much-loved handyman at Morecambe care home wins award for going above and beyond
A kind handyman at a Morecambe care home has been recognised for being an ‘incredible part of the team’.