Morecambe and Lunesdale MP David Morris challenged the Government on its commitment to public transport this week – especially buses – asking what the Department of Transport is doing to […]
Crime generally continues to fall in Lancashire, but sexual and drug offences rise
On the day after the Chancellor of the Exchequer announced swingeing cuts to public services, including the police, Home Office crime statistics released today show that Lancashire is still a […]
“Serious Challenges” ahead for local university as cuts announced
The Vice Chancellor of the University of Cumbria has warned that Higher Education faces “serious challenges” after Coalition government announced cuts for the sector. The Chancellor George Osborne has announced […]
Human skull find is cockle picking victim
Police have confirmed that a human skull found in Silverdale is that of a Chinese woman Liu Qin Ying who was believed to have lost her life along with her […]
Howl with laughter for Hallowe’en at The Borough
Simon Bligh If the thought of trick or treaters fills you with horror this Hallowe’en then The Lancaster Comedy Club will be providing the ideal solution! Avoid the thinly veiled […]
Residents and businesses warned of dangers of identity theft
A Lancashire detective who has himself been the victim of identify theft is urging others to take precautions with their personal details at home and at work. The officer’s warning […]
Ron Freethy Book Signing in Carnforth
Author Ron Freethy will be signing his latest book, Memories of the Lancashire Fishing Industry, at Carnforth Bookshop, on 6th November. Over the last 70 years or so, Lancashire’s fishing […]
Business Network Launches in Lancaster
Michelle Malkin, founder of Business Network Lancaster An entirely new concept in networking, whose organiser says has generated tens of millions of pounds worth of business for entrepreneurs in other […]
Argh! The ups and downs of life as a comic book creator
If Beryl the Peril, Korky the Cat, Spider-Man, Desperate Dan and the Bash Street Kids are some of your favourite cartoon characters, then get along to Morecambe’s Platform venue on […]
Have a Safe and Happy Hallowe’en
Lancashire Police are taking action to ensure that Hallowe’en is an enjoyable time – both for those who celebrate the spooky spectacular and those who choose not to. They are […]