Police in Lancaster and Morecambe have launched Operation Boat to target criminals cashing in on crime at scrap metal dealers. As prices of scrap metal rises, the temptation increases for […]
Make space for Christmas this October with Bulky Matters
As the run up to Christmas begins, local recycling operation Bulky Matters is encouraging anyone having a clear out to take advantage of its October special offer. Bulky Matters, a […]
Cannabis factory found in Heysham house
Police discovered a 73-plant cannabis factory at a house in Heysham after residents told officers that they suspected drugs were being sold from the address. A drugs warrant was executed […]
Cone Alone: CCTV appeal after ice cream promotion stolen
Police have released CCTV stills after a £150 plastic promotional ice cream cone was stolen from a garage forecourt. The 4ft item was taken from the forecourt of Ryelands service […]
Local litter offenders pick up hefty fines
Four people who failed to pay fines for dropping litter in local streets have been ordered to pay a total of £770 by a court. All four were issued with […]
Solid weekend at Scarborough for McGuinness
Morecambe motorcycling champ John McGuinness made his annual trip to Oliver’s Mount, Scarborough at the weekend and the put in his usual solid performances around the woodland circuit. Armed with […]
Good news for mums-to-be at Carnforth Pool
Lancaster City Council is offering local mums-to-be with a gentle and relaxing way of exercising at its community pool in Carnforth. From Tuesday 5th October, the new antenatal classes will […]
"Carry on Council" ignoring Government spending warning on new road?
Is Lancashire County Council still working on its controversial M6 Link Road plan, despite being warned not to by the Government? In an interview with the Morecambe Visitor last week […]
How Bad Are Bananas?
Kicking off an exciting new series of “Transition Cafes” at the Lancaster’s Gregson Centre, author Mike Berners-Lee will talk about his new book How Bad Are Bananas:The Carbon Footprint of […]
Barrage scheme for the Wyre back on energy agenda?
The site of a proposed barrage on the River Wyre, which is a site of Special Scientific Interest. Photographer: Peter Wakely for Natural England While the expansion of nuclear energy […]