About Lancaster

Lancaster

Lancaster is a city in Lancashire in the North West of England on the banks of the River Lune, close to the popular coastal resort of Morecambe and near to the M6 motorway. A historic and vibrant university city, Lancaster is also host to a range of industries including the service sectors, high tech industry and production. Lancaster has a range of popular attractions including The Peter Scott Gallery, Lancaster City Museum, Lancaster Maritime Museum and three theatres; Lancaster Grand Theatre, The Dukes and Lancaster Nuffield Theatre.

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Featured Local Businesses

  • Cleveleys IT Solutions Ltd
  • Martin's The Funeral Directors

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Regional News from the BBC

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Gas and air accused medic 'lucky'
A doctor who inhaled gas and air while on duty at a children's ward admitted he was lucky he did not harm any of his patients.

Arrests over murder on night out
Two more teenagers are arrested by police investigating the murder of a man attacked in a town centre.

Tax bill hits children's hospice
A charity that cares for terminally ill children is hit with a £350,000 tax bill after it managed to raise £2m for a new development.

Appeal helps catch wanted men
Four of Lancashire's most wanted men are arrested following appeals on the Crimewatch Roadshow.

Cobbles replaced in town revamp
A cobbled area in a Lancashire town centre is removed as part of a £16,000 project.

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Links to other local news internet sites in Lancashire

Economy woes
How the recession is hitting the north-west of England

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