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John Kierdie Watson: A Tribute

Many people in Lancaster have been shocked and saddened to hear of the death of John Kierdie Watson, who was … Continue reading John Kierdie Watson: A Tribute

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Local Publisher Seeks Submissions

Local publisher Flax, which is back by Lancaster Litfest, is gearing up for new series of digital anthologies to be … Continue reading Local Publisher Seeks Submissions

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Bringing the House Down – Literally!

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Government, Business Brace for North West Downturn

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Looking Back on Poulton’s Past

Take a glimpse of Morecambe’s past with the ‘Looking back on Poulton-le-Sands Calendar 2009’. Poulton Neighbourhood Management, a Lancaster City … Continue reading Looking Back on Poulton’s Past

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Strictly Eleveneses with Ludus at The Borough!

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Putting the Spotlight on North West Food

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