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Emergency services at scene of M6 crash near Lancaster
Emergency services have been called after a crash on the M6 near Lancaster.
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Luxury glamping retreat in Carnforth is fully booked every night for third year in a row
A luxury glamping retreat in Carnforth is proving that guests are looking for far more than simply a place to stay, after becoming fully booked every night of the year for the third consecutive year.
Lancaster Lib Dems raise alarm over police use of AI tools from controversial US ‘spy-tech giant’
The North Lancashire Liberal Democrats are calling for Lancashire Police to reveal the full extent of its dealings with controversial US tech firm Palantir.
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Graphic designer living in tent in Gaza bids to take up Lancaster University study offer
A graphic designer living in war-torn Gaza is hoping against the odds to take up her place to study at Lancaster University.
Lancashire NHS workers take on 140-mile challenge with a football twist
A team of around 20 healthcare professionals is uniting the region's top clubs for a vital cause
Inpatient survey results reflect improvements across Morecambe Bay health trust say leaders
A national survey has highlighted positive experiences of inpatients at Morecambe Bay health trust.
£300k refurb for Lancaster city centre bank
NatWest has invested £302,000 to transform its city centre branch into a modern, customer‑focused banking space, with upgraded technology to improve service and reliability.
Heysham power station apprentices are on the right track
Power station apprentices have helped to keep a local heritage attraction on track while developing the practical engineering skills that will support the next stage of their careers.
Owners of closed-down Lancaster music venue fined
The owners of a derelict former Lancaster pub and music venue have been fined more than £4000.
Heysham Power Stations apprentices on right track at Carnforth mini railway
First-year apprentices at Heysham Power Stations have been praised after they helped out and honed their skills at a Carnforth mini railway.
Speed limit to change along part of A6 south of Lancaster
The speed limit along part of the A6 between Lancaster University and Galgate has been officially updated to 50mph.
£4k bill for owners of derelict Lancaster pub
Owners of a former city pub have been ordered to pay fines and costs of more than £4,000 for failing to comply with planning enforcement requirements.
Adventurers prepare for Lancaster hospice China fundraising trek to celebrate 40th anniversary
After almost two years of training and fundraising, 82 intrepid Lancaster trekkers are counting down the days until they leave for an adventure of a lifetime.
Morecambe FC Community Foundation awarded £216,000 National Lottery grant
The Morecambe FC Community Foundation has received a £216,000 grant through the National Lottery Community Fund.
Inpatient survey results highlight positive patient experiences at Morecambe Bay hospitals trust
A national survey has highlighted positive experiences of inpatients at University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust.
Morecambe Bay walks under threat after vandals target tractors
The organisers of the cross bay walks have said vandals targeting their safety equipment could threaten the future of the iconic tradition.
These rarely seen old pictures show a remarkably different Lancaster in the 1950s
Today we present some images of Lancaster in the Fifties – the rock ‘n’ roll era and the start of a new Elizabethan age.
Lancaster supermarket legend celebrates 90th birthday
The face of a Lancaster supermarket described as a "true gent and legend" has celebrated his 90th birthday.
Fabulous flowers, fruit and veg on display at village's 96th annual summer show
The 96th annual summer show in Bolton-le-Sands has kept a cherished tradition alive.
Nursery planned for disused school house in Lancaster
Plans have gone in to convert a disused Lancaster school house into a nursery.