Local News from Thursday, August 20th, 2026

North Lancashire vs Lancaster, Preston and Ribble Valley: Battle over name for new council

Council leaders are pushing for an alternative name for a new local authority covering the Lancaster and Morecambe District.
LISTEN: Caring animal rescue charity set to move to new home in Morecambe

A team who devote their lives to helping animals are set to move one of their vital charity shops to a new home in Morecambe.
New healthy drinks shop opens in West End of Morecambe

Two friends have opened a new healthy drinks cafe hoping to bring something different to the West End of Morecambe.
LIVE UPDATES: Businesses closed and roads flooded as heavy rain hits Lancaster and Morecambe area

Businesses have been forced to close and traffic is severely affected by flooding in the Lancaster and Morecambe area.