Local News from Wednesday, August 12th, 2026

Government housing inspectors tell Lancaster City Council that improvement is needed

An inspection by the Regulator of Social Housing has told Lancaster City Council that "improvement is needed" in a number of areas.
Morecambe FC censured by football regulator

Morecambe Football Club and its owners have been officially reprimanded by the Independent Football Regulator (IFR).
New Indian restaurant opening soon in Lancaster

A new Indian restaurant is set to open in the heart of Lancaster city centre.
Investigation after fire in touring caravan on Promenade in Morecambe

The cause of a fire in a touring caravan on the Promenade in Morecambe is under investigation.
Lancaster and Morecambe Bay area prepares for best eclipse for a quarter of a century

People across Lancaster and Morecambe Bay are getting ready to view the fullest solar eclipse since 1999 but have been warned not to look directly at the sun.