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HMP Lancaster Farms to gain 4 new houseblocks boosting its capacity by more than 40 per cent
HMP Lancaster Farms will see places increase from 584 to 824, with cells equipped with modern security features such as reinforced windows to tackle threats like drones carrying contraband.
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New Morecambe community group aims to bring women together
A community group aimed at bringing women together who may be feeling isolated has been launched by two Morecambe friends.
Activists from Lancaster among group who halt company shareholder meeting over alleged links to controversial weapons
Activists from the Paper Not Planes campaign were ejected from the annual shareholder meeting of James Cropper plc after raising questions about the company’s alleged involvement in supplying materials used in Israel’s warplanes.
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M6 to close two nights a week south of Lancaster
The M6 northbound will be closed between junction 32 Preston and junction 33 Galgate on Thursdays and Saturdays from September 12.
Morecambe resident thanked for alley clean-ups by town’s MP
A Morecambe resident who has been cleaning up the alley behind his house since 2017 has received a letter of thanks from the town’s MP.
Police seek VW driver who fled scene of crash in village near Carnforth
The driver of a VW van which crashed in a village near Carnforth fled the scene of the accident.
Police appeal after biker seriously injured in Carnforth collision
Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after a collision in Carnforth.
Investigation launched after biker seriously injured in A6 horror crash
The A6 in Carnforth was closed for several hours following the incident
'Buy a coffee' plea to support Morecambe cafe after break-in
A fundraiser has been set up to support a Morecambe coffee shop after it suffered a break-in.
Kirkby Lonsdale butchers shortlisted in five UK Sausage Week categories
Dales Traditional Butchers Ltd of Kirkby Lonsdale has been named a finalist in five categories of the 2026 UK Sausage Week competition.
Morecambe care home chef wins national competition
A chef at a care home in Morecambe has won a national competition.
Court round-up for Lancaster and Morecambe
The following people were dealt with by magistrates at Lancaster and Preston:
Biker rushed to hospital after A6 Carnforth crash as road closed and air ambulance lands
Emergency services remain at the scene with motorists urged to avoid the area
Pedestrian crossing changes planned for Lancaster roads
Changes are in the pipeline to pedestrian crossings along sections of the A6 and surrounding roads in Lancaster.
Biker taken to hospital after Carnforth collision
A biker has been taken to hospital with serious leg injuries after a collision in Carnforth.
Fascinating snapshots of Lancaster village in early 20th century
War historian Shaun Corkerry recently acquired some scarce postcards of Galgate.
Lancaster schoolgirl takes bee-saving campaign to Parliament
An eight-year-old has taken her campaign to save Britain’s bees all the way to Parliament after creating a petition at school.
Lancashire’s much anticipated new Eden Project Morecambe set to open in 2028 announces jobs on offer
“Eden Project Morecambe requires talented, highly skilled people who are passionate about playing their part in shaping a new world-class destination the UK can be proud of.”
CCTV appeal after man assaulted at Lancaster railway station during large scale fight
British Transport Police (BTP) officers investigating an assault at Lancaster railway station have released CCTV images of a man who could assist with their enquiries.
CCTV appeal after 'large-scale fight' erupts at Lancaster train station following football match
A man suffered a haemorrhage to his eye after stepping in to try to calm the situation