An exhibition with a difference is coming to Morecambe Library. A special patchwork quilt, created by young people who are supported by Lancashire County Council, will be on display at […]
Warning not to give money to fraudsters as ‘assassin’ email circulates Lancashire
Police and Trading Standards are warning people not to be tricked into handing over cash to internet fraudsters following the circulation of a dramatic but bogus email. The electronic message, […]
Lancaster’s support scheme will protect all council tax benefit claimants, say Greens
On Wednesday night Lancaster City Council voted 33-13 to preserve council tax benefit levels for all claimants in the face of a cut in government funding for the benefit. The […]
Storey Garden may re-open to the public
A new group that hopes to re-open one of Lancaster’s hidden gems, the Storey Garden, is holding a meeting next Tuesday to consider ideas for its renovation. Lancaster City Council […]
Fines for fouling and littering come into force
Irresponsible dog owners and litter louts are to be given fines by Lancaster’s city centre neighbourhood police team in order to clean up local communities. Police officers and PCSOs on […]
Work begins to restore Lancaster's iconic Ashton Memorial
Photo: Ant Mercer Specialist restoration work to one of Lancaster’s iconic landmarks has begun. The steps leading to the Ashton Memorial in Williamson Park have been closed for over […]
Motorists urged to take care in snow
Lancashire Constabulary is urging motorists to take care in adverse driving conditions as snow is forecast across the county. The Met Office has issued an amber warning for the North […]
Major service cuts ahead at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary?
(Updated 19/1/13): Green Party councillor Jon Barry has learned from a hospital source that plans are well advanced to drastically reduce the services at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary after a […]
Police hunt “Postman Pat” burglars
Morecambe police are appealing for information after over £10,000 worth of items were stolen during a burglary in Morecambe last week – including a Postman Pat figure stuffed with coins. […]
City Council votes to keep council tax support at existing levels
The City Council has voted not to change its existing levels of council tax support for the year commencing 1st April, despite reduced grant from the government. The decision was […]