There’s a change of line up to previously announced dates at Lancaster’s Robert Gillow folk nights this month. Sadly, Pete Morton is unable to perform at The Robert Gillow on […]
Sustainability on the agenda at Ambleside
Renowned writer and broadcaster Jonathon Porritt delivered a sustainability masterclass at the University of Cumbria at Ambleside on Friday 20 July. The university joined with the Lake District National Park […]
Spotlight Club moves to the Park Hotel
Lancaster’s Spotlight Club – the monthly writers, musicians and poets performance event – is moving venues from The Storey to the Park Hotel for its next event in September, due […]
Greens warn on dangers of Centros deal; developer absorbed by 'Sovereign Land'
Lancaster’s Green Party have hit out at the City Council’s continued support for developer Centros, who have recently re-submitted new plans for Lancaster’s Canal Corridor area. The Greens voted against […]
Opinion: How to tell if a development deal is dodgy?
There are two advantages for a development company registered in an offshore tax haven when securing a development deal. The first obviously, is that they contribute little in the way of […]
Heysham power station backs new access to engineering apprenticeship
An innovative scheme backed by Heysham power stations to help youngsters land prestigious engineering apprenticeships is being trialled at Lancaster and Morecambe College. The new access to engineering course starts […]
Robbers sought after Heysham Post Office scam
Police are appealing for information after two men stole £250 from Heysham Post Office last month. The offence took place around 11.50am on Friday 15th June when the men entered […]
CCTV appeal after security guard is spat at in Morecambe
Police have issued a CCTV image of a man they want to speak with in connection with a common assault in Morecambe. The offence took place at 3.00pm on Thursday […]
B4RN project speeds ahead
The B4RN at work laying cables earlier this month. Photo: B4RN (with thanks to Martyn Dews): Matters are moving apace at B4RN, the community-based rural fibre optic project connecting up […]
Morecambe gains ‘Portas Pilot’ Funding for new cafe
Morecambe is to receive £100,000 in government funding to set up a new community café in the town centre and help support local businesses. The town is one of 15 […]