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Local News
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Lancaster paedophile given lengthy jail term for historic sexual abuse of young girl
A predatory paedophile from Lancaster who raped and sexually abused a young girl has been handed a lengthy prison sentence.
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LISTEN and PHOTOS: Town celebrates Eric Morecambe's 100th birthday in style
Morecambe played all the right notes - and definitely in the right order - to celebrate the centenary of its favourite son.
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D-Day hero to open new Lancaster Armed Forces veterans centre on 102nd birthday
A Second World War hero who took part in the D-Day landings will mark his 102nd birthday by cutting the ribbon on a new centre for veterans in Lancaster.
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Pothole Patrol sisters from Morecambe take their campaign to breakfast TV
Sisters from Morecambe who highlight the state of the local roads have appeared on BBC Breakfast to talk about the potholes problem.
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Morecambe beaches given national Seaside Award for cleanliness
Two Morecambe beaches have been recognised for their quality with national awards.
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Lancaster Oxfam charity shop set to reopen after closure
A charity shop on a Lancaster high street is set to reopen after being closed for a few months.
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LISTEN and PHOTOS: Pupils at Eric Morecambe's school say Happy 100th Birthday in style
Children at the primary school attended by Eric Morecambe have wished him a happy 100th birthday in a very special way.
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Mounted Police make arrests in Lancaster day of action
Mounted Police made three arrests in Lancaster earlier this week in a day of frontline action.
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Intrepid walkers scale heights to raise thousands for Lancaster charity
A resilient group of walkers from the hospitality industry and a local tech firm have completed a gruelling 14-hour hike to raise over £5,000 for a Lancaster based charity.
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Happy 100th birthday to Eric Morecambe: the man who brought us sunshine
Thursday May 14 marks 100 years since the birth of comedy great Eric Morecambe who alongside Ernie Wise still makes millions laugh to this day.
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Earth tremor hits Silverdale
An earthquake hit the Silverdale area on Wednesday morning.
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Lancaster Jazz Festival will not happen in 2026
Lancaster Jazz Festival will take a break this year - it has been announced.
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Beyond Radio to broadcast live on Eric Morecambe's centenary
Beyond Radio will host a special live programme to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the birth of Eric Morecambe.
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Family announce closure of Morecambe hobby shop after 30 years
A mother and daughter who run a popular arts and crafts shop in Morecambe have announced it will soon be closing down after 30 years.
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New bench in Lancaster offers Hope to people in Mental Health Awareness Week
A new Hope Bench will be officially installed in Lancaster as part of a project to promote mental wellbeing and ensure people know that help is always close.
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Young Morecambe creators prepare to show off Eden Project garden at Chelsea Flower Show
A group of local young people who co-created the first garden for the Eden Project Morecambe are heading to London to help exhibit it at the Chelsea Flower Show.
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No changes to services at Lancaster day centre ‘at this stage’, say County Council
Lancashire County Council say the provision of adult social care services, including the future of an under threat day centre in Lancaster, will be reviewed in the autumn.
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Crime Commissioner opens fund using seized criminal cash
Lancashire’s Police and Crime Commissioner is inviting applications for offender-funded grants of up to £5,000 open to support safer communities.
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Eric Morecambe centenary: Programme of events
A series of events is taking place this week to mark the centenary of the comedy legend Eric Morecambe.
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Firefighters called to garage fire in Lancaster
Crews have tackled a garage fire in Lancaster.
Local Sport
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Morecambe’s National League North opponents revealed
Morecambe FC's opposition in National League North next season has been revealed.
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Striker becomes Lancaster City’s first summer signing
Lancaster City Football Club have completed the signing of prolific striker James Bailey from Kendal Town.
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Cricket: Morecambe fall to Barrow defeat in Northern Premier League
Morecambe fell to defeat to Barrow in their opening Northern Premier Cricket League fixture of the season at Woodhill Lane.
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Rugby: Vale of Lune win promotion after play off triumph
MATCH REPORT: Manchester RUFC 13 Vale of Lune 16
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Morecambe FC legends announced for Festival of Football match
Legends of Morecambe Football Club will play in a special match featuring former players.
Beyond Radio Station News
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Beyond Radio to broadcast live on Eric Morecambe's centenary
Beyond Radio will host a special live programme to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the birth of Eric Morecambe.
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LISTEN: Beyond Radio team complete charity 10 for 10 Trek raising more than £1000
A team of Beyond Radio presenters has raised more than £1000 to split between 10 local community causes during a 10 mile sponsored walk.
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10 for 10 Trek: Kia Zake supporting A.C.E.
Beyond Radio volunteer Kia Zake has revealed the good cause she will be supporting as part of a fundraising team taking on our '10 for 10 Trek'.
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10 for 10 Trek: Roy Ward supporting Unique Kidz & Co
Beyond Radio presenter Roy Ward has revealed the good cause he will be supporting as part of a fundraising team taking on our '10 for 10 Trek'.
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10 for 10 Trek: Greg Lambert supporting Coastal Amateur Boxing Club
Beyond Radio presenter Greg Lambert has revealed the good cause he will be supporting as part of a fundraising team taking on our '10 for 10 Trek'.
Local Music News
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Lancaster Jazz Festival will not happen in 2026
Lancaster Jazz Festival will take a break this year - it has been announced.
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New single 'Small Town Party Girl' inspired by rising Morecambe singer's home town
Morecambe singer-songwriter Lois is set to release her new track and it's very much influenced by where she grew up.
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Vibrant Afro-Jazz fusion band to play Morecambe date
Audiences in Morecambe can experience the pounding rhythms of Africa blended with the explosive energy of a live band.
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Line-up announced for next Lancaster Music Co-Op Presents...
The line-up has been announced for the next 'Lancaster Music Co-Op Presents...' night of live music at a city venue.
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Forty venues announced for return of Morecambe Music Festival
Forty venues have been announced for the four-day Morecambe Music Festival - expected to once again be a major highlight of the town's summer season.
Business News
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Family announce closure of Morecambe hobby shop after 30 years
A mother and daughter who run a popular arts and crafts shop in Morecambe have announced it will soon be closing down after 30 years.
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Future of Lancaster restaurant uncertain as owners announce closure plans
A Lancaster family pub-restaurant faces an uncertain future after its owners announced plans to either close or sell its premises across the UK.
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New taxi booking office gets green light to open in Morecambe
A new walk-in taxi booking office has been given the thumbs up to open in Morecambe town centre.
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New Irish pub set to open in Morecambe
A new Irish pub is set to open its doors in the West End of Morecambe.
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Cafe couple love being back by Morecambe Bay as new sign goes up
A couple well-known for running cafes in Morecambe say they've definitely made the right move as they settle into their new premises close to the Eden Project site.
What's On
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Cast revealed for 2026 Lancaster 'Play in the Park'
The cast members have been revealed for Robin Hood - this year's promenade outdoor play in Williamson Park by The Dukes theatre.
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Eric Morecambe centenary: Programme of events
A series of events is taking place this week to mark the centenary of the comedy legend Eric Morecambe.
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What's On Guide WC May 11
Here is our What's On Guide for the week ahead including all the events celebrating the 100th birthday of the late, great Eric Morecambe.
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Music festival set for Lancaster over Bank Holiday postponed due to ‘ongoing planning’
A music festival due to take place in Lancaster over the Spring Bank Holiday weekend has been postponed until September.
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Replica RAF helicopter to go on display in Lancaster at three-day show
A replica RAF Chinook helicopter will be on display in the heart of Lancaster as part of a three-day roadshow giving people a rare chance to step inside military aircraft.
Advertising Features
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LISTEN: Singspiration Community Choir celebrating five years with 'The Rhythm of Life' concert
Singspiration Community Choir invites you to join them for an evening of uplifting songs and summer fun in the atmospheric setting of Lancaster Town Hall.
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LISTEN: Lancaster couple celebrating 20 years at city pub The Borough
A Lancaster pub, restaurant and hotel is celebrating 20 years of success at the heart of the city.
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Rest and Rise showroom opens in Morecambe offering tailored comfort in beds and chairs
One of the biggest independent showrooms of beds and chairs in the area has opened in Morecambe with a grand opening day coming soon.
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LISTEN: Vibrant and welcoming Rainbow Centre in Morecambe to hold Open Day
A centre described as a youth club for the over 50s is opening its doors for people to come along and see what it has to offer.
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LISTEN: Time 4 Nursery in Heysham celebrates 25 years of caring for children
A family-run children's nursery in Heysham is celebrating its 25th birthday.



