Skerton High campaigners on the terrace at the Houses of Parliament with David Morris MP. Photo courtesy Hands Off Skerton The future of Skerton High School looks like it might […]
Lancashire’s free travel scheme to help young jobless extended
Young people in Lancashire who are not in employment, education or training will continue to travel free on public transport, until March 2017. In February 2012, as part of its […]
New hope for Wyre Tidal Barrage?
The site of a proposed barrage on the River Wyre, which is a site of Special Scientific Interest. Photographer: Peter Wakely for Natural England The Government might be set to […]
Lancaster MP Backs HS2, despite concerns it might cost Lancaster economy up to £45 milliion in lost business
Despite recently revealed figures which indicate Lancaster may lose out if the controversial HS2 rail link is built, the plan continues to earn the support of its MP, Eric Ollerenshaw. […]
David Morris MP presents Skerton High petition to Parliament, backs campaign to save it
Skerton High pupils and Robyn Holtham with David Morris MP in London yesterday. Photo courtesy Hands Off Skerton Morecambe and Lunesdale MP David Morris has presented a petition to save […]
Appeal after man assaulted in Lancaster
Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward after a man was assaulted in Lancaster city centre following an altercation in a bar. The assault took place sometime between 12.30am […]
Remembrance Sunday services announced
This year’s Remembrance Sunday falls on 10th November and a number of services have been arranged in the Lancaster district. Everyone is welcome to go along to remember all who […]
Safety Warning after illegal fireworks found on sale in North West
Lancashire County Council has issued a warning that illegal and potentially dangerous fireworks may be on sale in the county. The Lancashire Trading Standards Service warning follows reports from Merseyside […]
Paul Chadwick sentenced for Bolton-le-Sands manslaughter
Lisa Clay and Joseph Chadwick A man has today (Wednesday 30th October) been sentenced after pleading guilty to the manslaughter of his partner and son on the grounds of diminished […]
Try your hand at setting the Lancashire County Council budget
In an effort to shed light on the problems it faces from reduced government funding, Lancashire County Council has launched a new online budget calculator where people can create their […]