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The Morecambe and Lancaster MPs have both backed a historic bill on assisted dying as it passed a vote in the House of Commons.

Foodbanks across the Lancaster and Morecambe District are seeing a "drastic drop" in food donations despite record numbers of people in need.

An annual car rally has continued a proud tradition which began during the era of the famous Morecambe Illuminations.

Owners of local businesses have rolled up their sleeves to get involved at a Morecambe charity for young people with disabilities.

The Lancaster Grand is looking for new trustees and a new chair to play vital roles in the running of the UK's third oldest working theatre.

A festival celebrating Morecambe's maritime heritage will return to the town later this summer.

A senior hospital consultant from Lancaster has been convicted of abusing his position to sexually assault female members of staff.

A teenager will embark on a 250-mile cycle ride from Lancaster to support his grandmother who has blood cancer.

A Lancaster pub has been crowned best in the UK in the annual Countryside Alliance Awards.

Firefighters were called to deal with a tractor that had caught fire in a village near Lancaster last night.

A champion of the LGBTQ+ community spoke out at Morecambe Town Hall about the "fear and panic" among trans and intersex people following a Supreme Court ruling on biological sex.

Two carved wooden owls who 'watched over Carnforth' for several years have had to be removed.

Two people have been arrested after police chased a stolen car through Morecambe.

British Transport Police said a person has been pronounced dead after emergency services were called to Carnforth railway station.

Bosses at Lancaster University say increased costs and falling overseas student numbers mean they will have to cut a number of jobs, in a bid to save up to £30m.

The MP for Westmorland and Lonsdale will visit Morecambe to speak at a public meeting held by local Liberal Democrats.

Police have appealed for information after a spate of burglaries at homes in Lancaster.

Police have renewed an appeal over the theft of two "distinctive and rare bikes" from a garage in Lancaster.

Beyond Radio was delighted once again to be part of the annual Barefest Festival in Morecambe.

Walkers helping to raise £60,000 and counting on the St John's Hospice Moonlight Walk spoke to Beyond Radio during a special live programme from the event.

Tens of thousands of motorcyclists are set for a mammoth ride from London to Barrow to celebrate the life of Hairy Biker Dave Myers.

A number of people from South Cumbria have been recognised in the King's Birthday Honours for 2025.

Kirkby Lonsdale has a new landmark which its creator hopes will reflect the heritage of the town and serve as a symbol for civic pride.

The waiting shelter at Silverdale station has been restored, improving the experience for customers travelling along the scenic Cumbrian coast.

Three 10-year-old boys have been arrested on suspicion of burglary in Kirkby Lonsdale.

Here are the results for Lancaster and Morecambe Athletics Club runners for May 2025.

Striker Jack Stretton has become Morecambe FC’s first signing of the summer. 

Morecambe arrived at Penrith looking to get back to back victories, away from home after last week’s thrilling win versus Fylde. 

Barry Roche is to leave Morecambe Football Club to pursue new opportunities, ending a 17-year association with the Shrimps.

Lancaster light heavyweight Troy Gallagher scored a comfortable points win in his third professional fight.

Beyond Radio was delighted once again to be part of the annual Barefest Festival in Morecambe.

Walkers helping to raise £60,000 and counting on the St John's Hospice Moonlight Walk spoke to Beyond Radio during a special live programme from the event.

A Beyond Radio presenter has started work as a volunteer for the hospice in Lancaster.

Beyond Radio was honoured to be invited to meet the King at a special reception for local community groups at Lancaster Castle.

We were delighted to welcome local favourites, The Size, into the studio for a session in the Beyond Radio Live Lounge this week.

We were delighted to welcome local favourites, The Size, into the studio for a session in the Beyond Radio Live Lounge this week.

Top rock band Massive Wagons will play two shows at The Great Hall at Lancaster University - historically a hotbed venue for the biggest names in music.

A mix of surf, punk, psychobilly, 60s garage rock, spaghetti western soundtracks and outsider country and blues is in the offing this Friday as Lancaster Music Co-op hosts its latest monthly fundraiser at The Pub.

Popular local singer-songwriter, Molly Warburton, paid a visit to the Beyond Radio studios to surprise one of our presenters.

An acclaimed screen, stage and radio writer will next week bring tales of his time travelling across Europe in the 1970s to Lancaster University for a special evening in support of Lancaster Music Co-op.

Owners of local businesses have rolled up their sleeves to get involved at a Morecambe charity for young people with disabilities.

A Lancaster pub has been crowned best in the UK in the annual Countryside Alliance Awards.

A new craft ale bar has opened inside an iconic former restaurant on the Prom to a hugely positive response from locals and visitors alike.

A new McDonalds is set to open in a closed-down former restaurant in Morecambe after plans were approved.

A new takeaway serving traditional Turkish cuisine has opened in Morecambe.

Here is our guide to What's On in local entertainment this week.

A festival celebrating Morecambe's maritime heritage will return to the town later this summer.

A festival dedicated to helping people live a healthy lifestyle will return to Lancaster.

The legendary Lancaster scientist who coined the term 'dinosaur' will be celebrated at the inaugural 'Richard Owen lectures' in the city.

Here is our weekly guide to What's On across Lancaster and Morecambe Bay.

A historic Lancaster pub located inside 17th century wine cellars is celebrating its 40th birthday.

Cosy Homes is offering Government funded grants for heating, insulation and more.

A business helping students to find quality accommodation in Lancaster is celebrating a significant milestone.

Eden Private Hire is going from strength to strength providing taxi, private hire and coach hire services throughout the local area.

An estate agent is celebrating 30 years of business in Lancaster.