The Waterwitch The Lancaster Canal Trust held its annual Boatman’s Dinner at the Crooklands Hotel near Kendal last Friday, attracting 35 supporters attending from a large area, including Darwen, Bolton, […]
Gagging Law backed by local MPs reaches House of Lords
The House of Lords have started to debate the controversial “gagging law” we reported on earlier this year, which in its current form will put a stranglehold on campaign groups […]
Assembly Rooms: Council outlines past promotion, clarifies ‘tea room’ option
The Council is considering changes to Lancaster’s Assembly Rooms which might see a change of use from a Collectors’ Market to a tea rooms, despite the number of existing commercial […]
Appeal after cables are cut in Lancaster
Police are appealing for information after a number of telephone and satellite cables were cut outside homes in Lancaster. The most recent offence took place in the early hours of […]
Countdown begins to Light Up Lancaster
Lancaster’s skies and streets are set to light up with fireworks and an animated arts event like no other. The four day Light Up Lancaster festival will feature Light […]
Council’s bright idea for Lancaster’s Assembly Rooms – a tea room
(Updated): The future of the trading area in Lancaster’s historic Assembly Rooms will be discussed by the city council’s Cabinet on Tuesday 5th November, with plans on the table to […]
Silverdale Hoard exhibition opens at Lancaster City Museum
Part of the Silverdale Hoard A major collection of Viking silver that was buried for over 1,000 years goes on display at Lancaster City Museum from today. The exhibition, called […]
Salt Ayre Sports Centre services under review, Butterfly House future uncertain as cuts bite
Uncertain future ahead for Council services. Photo: Lancaster City Council Lancaster City Council’s Cabinet is to receive proposals for reviewing a number of the council’s services as it looks […]
Appeal after cyclist injured in Morecambe
Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward after a cyclist suffered extensive injuries after being involved in a collision with a car in Morecambe on Wednesday night (23rd October […]
Phil Halsall leaves role as chief executive of Lancashire County Council
The employment of Lancashire County Council’s chief executive, Phil Halsall, has been terminated by mutual consent following an investigation into possible large-scale corruption at the heart of the County Council. […]