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Lancaster University signs landmark co-operation deal ‘to help county flourish’
The new agreement aims to improve the county’s prospects.
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Man charged after bottles of alcohol stolen from Lancaster Sainsbury’s
A man has been charged with a shoplifting offence after alcohol and other items were taken.
Fantastic pictures of events in Lancaster's Williamson Park through the years
Home to the iconic Ashton Memorial and 54 acres of park and woodland, Williamson Park has been loved by generations of Lancaster folk and will be for many more years to come.
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Controversial plans for 200 homes on fields near Lancaster given go-ahead after appeal
Controversial plans to build up to 200 houses on fields between Slyne and Bolton-le-Sands has been given the green light after an appeal by the developers was upheld.
100th birthday celebrations for Morecambe woman
A Morecambe care home resident has celebrated her 100th birthday.
Bin collections may be hit as road closures underway in Carnforth and Bolton-le-Sands
Bin collections may be affected by road closures in Carnforth and Bolton-le-Sands for pre-Tour de France road works.
31 nostalgic photos take us dancing through the years in Morecambe and Lancaster
In its heyday, Morecambe had plenty of places where people could go dancing including the piers, the Winter Gardens ballroom and the Floral Hall.
MP visits residents and staff at Bolton-le-Sands sheltered housing scheme
Residents and staff at sheltered housing in Bolton-le-Sands welcomed their local MP to mark Supported Housing Week.
Lancaster leisure business expands with multi-million pound acquisition
A Lancaster leisure business has expanded with a multi-million pound acquisition.
Outpouring of love for Morecambe veterinary nurse as popular pet centre faces uncertain future
The much-loved owner of an independent Morecambe business has revealed the heartbreaking reality of keeping it afloat.
Lancaster’s young performers bring Chicago glitz and glamour to Glasgow
Stagecoach Lancaster students lit up a Glasgow theatre with ‘Rags and Razzle’...
Have your say on future development in Lancaster District
People from across the Lancaster district are being asked to have their say on where future development should take place.
Consultants appointed to help deliver new social housing in Lancaster
A firm has been appointed to help deliver a new social housing scheme in Lancaster.
Outpouring of love for Morecambe veterinary nurse as popular pet centre faces uncertain future
The owner of a pet hydrotherapy and health centre in Morecambe is considering selling the business she has spent a decade building.
Controversial housing plan in fields near A6 given green light after appeal
A controversial plan to build up to 200 houses in fields between Bolton-le-Sands and Slyne has been given the go-ahead after an appeal was successful.
Lancaster and Morecambe Chamber of Commerce column: Light, opportunity and confidence for the months ahead
This week’s Chamber Chat column comes from Graham White, the Chief Executive of Lancaster & Morecambe Chamber of Commerce.
Man breath tested in Lancaster village was five times drink drive limit at roadside
Police in Milnthorpe breath tested a man suspected to be drink driving and his reading was five times the drink drive limit.
Lancaster Brewery launches new beer for craft ale drinkers
Lancaster Brewery has launched Little Tales Brew, a small-batch craft beer brand for a new generation of drinkers.
Thumbs up for 150-acre 17th century estate near Lancaster to become spa and hotel
Plans to build 20 holiday lodges, a spa and an orangery at a Grade II listed mansion-turned-wedding venue have been given the green light.
Lancaster gym and Cancercare relaunch 'run for charity' campaign
Runners, swimmers and cyclists can now enter over 800 events to support a cancer charity thanks to the support of a Lancaster gym.