Lancashire County Council is urging everyone to be ready for the arrival of freezing weather this winter. Despite the milder weather last winter, in recent years Lancashire has been hit […]
Government promises more jobs for nuclear industry, Heysham 1's "life" to be extended
The Government has just published its Nuclear Supply Chain and Skills Action Plan which has been developed by Government in partnership with developers, professional bodies, trade associations and industry. The […]
Action to prevent the spread of measles in Lancashire as cases rise
Parents throughout Lancashire and Cumbria are being urged to ensure that their children are fully protected by MMR vaccine as measles cases continue to be reported in the two counties. […]
Safer sleep for baby
A new campaign to help keep babies safe while they sleep has been launched. Promoted by the Lancashire Safeguarding Children Board, it’s called ‘Safer Sleep for Baby‘ and offers six […]
Festive cheer from the Long Lost Band
Ace local muscians the Long Lost Band have just released “Twelfth Night”, a wonderful Christmas single, and are promoting it with a video that was shot entirely in Lancaster. Locations […]
Animal ban for teenage ASBO cousins
Jordan Price Two young cousins who mistreated pets have been banned from being in possession of animals under the terms the anti-social behaviour orders they have been given. Under the […]
Hangman’s tale and outlaw deeds part of Dukes 2013 spring season
Albert Pierrepoint – the focus of a new drama at The Dukes Famous names past and present play their part in The Dukes forthcoming season – and outlaw Robin Hood […]
Moorgate hold up men sought by police
Police are appealing for witnesses following an attempted robbery of a Lancaster newsagent by two men late last month, one brandishing a meat cleaver. The incident happened at Moorgate Shop, […]
Quartet screening beams into The Dukes
Lancaster’s Dukes cinema is to present a preview screening of Quartet, Dustin Hoffman’s directorial debut, on Tuesday 11th December. This special screening at 6.45pm will be followed by a live […]
Last chance to have your say on draft Local Development Plan
Lancaster City Council’s consultation on a new draft Local Development Plan for the district is due to end on Friday 14th December. The Local Plan will allocate land for the […]