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Tour de France comes to Lancaster district: Full route breakdown
The exact route the Tour de France will take when it races through the Lancaster and Morecambe district next year has been unveiled.
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Serial burglar jailed for seven years after spree of Lancaster break-ins
A man who went on a burglary spree in Lancaster has been jailed for more than seven years.
Burglar jailed for Lancaster break-in spree
A man who went on a burglary spree in Lancaster has been jailed for more than seven years.
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Storm boards on Morecambe Prom ahead of "exceptionally high tides" and strong winds
Storm boards are in place on Morecambe Promenade as the District prepares for a predicted peak high tide of 5.01m combined with strong winds.
Storm boards put in place along Morecambe prom ahead of forecast high tides and strong winds
A team from Lancaster City Council has been busy putting in the storm boards on Morecambe prom today, Friday, ahead of expected stormy weather.
Extra staff and longer opening hours for same day emergency care among winter plans for Lancaster hospital
Morecambe Bay hospital trust is strengthening services across its hospitals to help meet increased demand this winter.
Lancaster shopping centre introduces conversation benches to help tackle loneliness
A Lancaster shopping centre is encouraging visitors to take a seat, strike up conversation and feel more connected to their local community with the introduction of its conversation benches.
Heysham 2 apprentice scoops national award
A Heysham nuclear power stations apprentice has won a UK-wide award for her outstanding work.
Government's 3-day emergency kit advice explained: What you really need at home
From 36 litres of water for a family of four to cash, emergency radios and phone chargers, here's how to prepare for three days without essential services.
Heysham 2 power station apprentice wins top award for third year running
A graduating apprentice from Heysham 2 nuclear power station, has scooped an Apprentice of the Year award at EDF’s annual apprentice celebration held at Aerospace Bristol.
Met Office issues new weather warning as Storm Austen hits Lancaster and Morecambe
The Met Office has issued a weather warning for Storm Austen for Lancashire including Lancaster and Morecambe which takes effect from 9am today (Friday) until 10pm.
Former MP David Morris officially selected as Conservative candidate for Morecambe and Lunesdale
The former Morecambe & Lunesdale MP has been officially selected to stand again for the Conservatives in the next general election.
Headliner announced for Lancaster Christmas lights switch on
Local rock legends Massive Wagons will be headlining the Lancaster Christmas lights switch on this year.
Extra staff and extended opening hours among plans as Lancaster hospital prepares for winter
The trust in charge of the Royal Lancaster Infirmary says it will be strengthening services at the hospital to help meet increased demand this winter.
Councillor apologises and admits "we got things wrong" over Blue Badge parking survey
A councillor has apologised for the "worry and anxiety" caused by a public survey into free parking for disabled people.
Court round-up for Lancaster and Morecambe
The following people have been dealt with by magistrates at Lancaster, Burnley and Preston:
Lifesaving lessons held at Heysham secondary school
Pupils at Bay Leadership Academy demonstrated their dedication to making a positive difference in their community by taking part in lifesaving workshops to mark Restart a Heart Day.
Services to take place across Lancaster district to mark Remembrance Sunday
This year's Remembrance Sunday falls on November 8 and a number of services have been arranged across the Lancaster district.
Lancaster champion calls for more respect for businesses after spate of youth crime
A champion of Lancaster city centre has spoken of his frustration at continued anti-social behaviour aimed at local businesses.
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The ‘Stevie Wonder’ Lancashire by-election row has taken a turn
This by-election campaign for Hyndburn Council in Lancashire is now even stranger after a candidate is suspended.