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Police have arrested a man on suspicion of arson in Lancaster.

Man, 36, arrested on suspicion of arson after fire at former Supaskips site

Bin collections are set to change over the festive period.

Exact dates bin collections will move to over Christmas and New Year

Matt Humpage, David Hodges and Dan Hodges. David took part in a day of the cycle challenge with Matt and Dan.

Dad’s mammoth cycle ride to support children’s charity close to his heart

Blood donors in Lancaster are being asked to give the gift of blood this Christmas.

NHS needs blood donors to book and keep appointments this Christmas

How the Packet Boat pub used to look.

Former village pub could be converted into homes

The Big Christmas Day Out in Lancaster is next weekend.

Snap up last remaining tickets for Big Christmas Day out

The site of the land Applethwaite want to build 90 homes on.

Housebuilder bids to develop 90 new homes on edge of village

A smoke plume is still visible at the former Supaskips site which has been on fire since Sunday.

Council to spend up to £262k to demolish buildings at SupaSkips fire site

Police have said King Street in Lancaster has now reopened after a man was seriously injured in an accident.

Road reopened in city centre after man seriously injured in accident

Football

Another win for Lancaster City would be Grand for Simon

Dom Lawson scored Lancaster's winner against Whitby Town Photo: JOSHUA BRANDWOOD

Lancaster City 2 Whitby Town 1: First win for Teague team

Adam Mayor set up Morecambe's goal and created other chances for the Shrimps Picture: Jack Taylor

Morecambe start new era with home defeat

Ged Brannan has been named as Morecambe's new boss Picture: Morecambe FC

Morecambe coach named as new manager

Ged Brannan was devastated after Morecambe's 6-0 defeat at Wrexham on Saturday Picture: Jack Taylor

No excuses in defeat for Morecambe squad

Farrend Rawson came close to scoring for Morecambe Picture: Jack Taylor

Morecambe hit for six by Wrexham

Former Morecambe manager Derek Adams Picture: Jack Taylor

Morecambe coach surprised by Derek Adams' exit

Cost of Living

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Nearly 7 in 10 adults have told a lie relating to money in some way

Aldi boss says 'savvy shoppers' helped profits jump by £118m

The Bank of England has announced a new interest base rate after an unexpected drop in inflation. (Credit: Getty Images)

Bank of England announces interest rates will remain at 5.25%

Chris and Tamira sold their house in May and have been travelling in south east Asia with their daughters Olivia, Scarlett and Bella.

Family fed up with cost of living crisis sold home to travel the world

Sport

Dave Chisnall is back at Alexandra Palace next month Picture: PDC

Dave Chisnall finds out World Championship fate

Dave Chisnall lost to Luke Woodhouse in the last 16 of the PDC's 2023 Cazoo Players Championship Finals in Minehead Picture: Kieran Cleeves/PDC

Dave Chisnall makes last-16 exit in Minehead

Rachel Blackmore at Haydock Park

Rachel Blackmore documentary premieres at Haydock Park

See pics of the 16 winners and Highly Commended

21 pics of the winners and guests from the Active Lancashire Awards

Oscar Threlkeld has signed a short-term deal with Morecambe Picture: Morecambe FC

Morecambe add to their defensive options

Ged Brannan has said he will be interviewed for the Morecambe manager's position Picture: Jack Taylor

Morecambe coach set for managerial interview

Lancaster City's former boss Mark Fell (photo: Paul Dawson)

Mark Fell: Breakdown in relationship with chairman led to Lancaster departure

What's On

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Each pair of painted shoes tells a story at the exhibition.

Exhibition paints stark picture of lives affected by domestic abuse

The Wonderful World of Water: From Dams to Deserts by Sarah Garré, Marijke Huysmans and Wendy Panders

Water wonders, rewilding cities and a thrill ride: children’s book reviews

Lifestyle

Transform your conservatory into a cosy Christmas living space.

Sagars Conservatory Roof Insulation offers the solution for summer and winter
Transforming your conservatory into an additional room can give homeowners the scope to create much needed additional space this Christmas.

Aldi pay deal.

Aldi to give all Lancashire staff a January pay rise - here's how much

A flooded Lancaster Bus Station.

Eight years ago: 29 pictures show the devastating impact of Storm Desmond

The Lancaster House Hotel.

New swim-up bar and pools planned for health club at city hotel

Sylvia Mace recently celebrated her 100th birthday.

Sylvia, 100, marks special birthday with family and friends

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The exterior of Priory Close, Lancaster which is currently used as offices.

Stunning 19th century listed building on the market for sale or rent

Beech Stores proprietor James Brown with his daughter,

Popular Heysham shop is finalist for sought after national award

David and Kirsty Lawson from Firth's Jewellers, Lancaster.

Family-run business celebrates its 70th anniversary

Treat yourself to some festive fayre.

Review: Brewers Fayre and Beefeater serving up great Christmas dishes

Retro

The old doors which were removed from the new Global Link home.

Charity ordered to remove fire doors from new home

The Music Room in Lancaster's Sun Square.

Facelift is complete for historic coffee shop

Ashton Memorial.

Stunning snow pictures from years gone by

Adele at Lancaster Library in 2007 before she became an international superstar. During her Lancaster act, Adele borrowed a stool from the John O’Gaunt pub across the road. One of the library staff asked Adele outside if she was coming to the show, to which Adele replied, “Nah I’m playing.” She entertained crowds with her performance of Hometown Glory.

56 old pictures of Lancaster Library gigs include Adele and Ellie Goulding

Shopping

These are the best and spookiest costumes for children for Halloween 2023.

Cheap, scary Halloween costumes for kids - Wednesday and Marvel heroes

Best sleeping bags for camping: multi-season and lightweight

Best sleeping bags for camping: multi-season and lightweight

Top cabin bags and suitcases that you can carry on to an airplane

Top cabin bags that you can carry on to an airplane

UK Trending

The BBC licence fee is set to increase in line with inflation.

BBC should 'refocus on making wonderful TV and terrific local radio' Gary Shipton

Northumberland market town Hexham, located in the North East is 10th on the list. Hexham is close to the iconic landmark Hadrian’s Wall, and is home to the beautiful Sele Park and Hexham House.

The 10 happiest places to live in the UK - according to Rightmove

The BBC licence fee is set to increase in line with inflation.

BBC licence fee set to increase in 2024 - here's what you need to know

LEGO Fornite game mode has been released.

How to get the LEGO Fornite brand-new game mode

BBC News presenter Maryam Moshiri has apologised after she raised her middle finger to camera seconds before beginning her news bulletin. (Credit: BBC News)

BBC presenter Maryam Moshiri issues apology after middle-finger gaffe

Ishmael Duncan, 24, of Kennington, south east London, has admitted blackmailing dozens of young girls worldwide into sending indecent pictures and videos of themselves by posing as a model agency scout on social media Picture: NCA/SWNS

Blackmailer made young girls send him sexual pictures and videos

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