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How Lancashire's new innovation hub will 'stop people leaving the county for better jobs elsewhere'
An ‘innovation hub’ is set to be built in the heart of Lancashire to help the county make the most of what has been described as a “once-in-a-generation" opportunity to transform its economy.
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New digital ID app unveiled as shoppers and pubgoers to be able to prove age with phones
A video demonstration shows how the government’s new digital ID app can be used as proof of age, as well as an app which will allow users to see updates on their benefits, pay vehicle tax and more.
Popular pub with two-bed flat available to lease in Lancaster city centre
A Lancaster city centre pub is on the look out for a new landlord.
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Plans for balanced council budget will mean another tax rise for residents
Frontline services will be protected but Lancaster City Council's share of Council tax will rise by the maximum allowable if budget plans get the go-ahead.
Arrests made after four drug raids on Lancaster’s Marsh estate
Police have executed four drug warrants this year in the Marsh area of Lancaster and seized suspected Class A and Class B drugs.
Agency celebrates 10 years of bespoke marketing in Lancaster and overseas
Lancaster marketing agency Noise Agency celebrated their tenth year in 2024, where they created and delivered even more successful bespoke marketing campaigns for international and local clients alike, marking another fantastic year of exciting projects.
Lancaster to commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day with special service
An annual service to commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day will take place in the Garden of Remembrance at Lancaster Town Hall on Thursday January 30 at 6pm.
Council tax increase expected as part of new Lancaster budget proposals
Lancaster City Council has published its draft proposals to deliver a balanced budget and protect essential frontline services in the next financial year.
Lancaster arts centre receives funding boost for climate emergency initiative
New free events and activities at Lancaster’s oldest community and arts centre aim to raise awareness of the climate crisis.
Weather: Met Office expands yellow weather warning for UK as Storm Éowyn could bring winds in excess of 80mph
Storm Éowyn, set to hit the UK this week, is explained in a Met Office video forecast, as yellow warnings for wind are expanded.
Beyond Radio roadshow announced for Wray Fair
Beyond Radio will be live at the Wray Fair later this year, as the dates for the 2025 Scarecrow Festival have been announced.
Dates announced for circus-themed Wray Scarecrow Festival & Fair
The dates for the 2025 Wray Scarecrow Festival have been announced.
Kid Rock: what happened during his 'cringe' BBC News interview - what was said?
Kid Rock left a BBC presenter speechless after calling her ‘sexy’ live on air 😳
Lancaster to host service to commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day
An annual service to commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day will take place in Lancaster next week.
WorkWell support service launches across the Lancaster district
A support service designed to help disabled people and people with health conditions to start, stay or succeed in work has been rolled out across the Lancaster district.
New support service will help people with physical and mental health conditions across Lancaster district
A national support service designed to help disabled people and people with health conditions to start, stay or succeed in work has been rolled out across the Lancaster district.
All the Lancaster and Morecambe schools due for major repairs in 2025/2026
A £14m repair plan for Lancashire’s schools will only be able to tackle the most urgent problems that pose an immediate health and safety risk and could result in buildings having to close.
Storm Éowyn to hit the UK as Met Office forecasts weather bomb with winds strong enough to bring down trees
A Met Office map shows how Storm Éowyn’s strong winds will move across the UK this week.
Lancaster Labour leader announces shadow cabinet
Since moving into opposition in December 2024, Lancaster Labour Group has been developing its plans to act as a constructive and effective opposition to the ruling Green, LibDem and Morecambe Bay Independents coalition on Lancaster City Council.
Delays expected as road repairs are carried out along A6 into Lancaster
Work is due to take place on upgrading the road surface of a busy stretch of the A6 in Lancaster.