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Dilemma to use EV or hyrdogen fuel car (photo: Adobe)

What is the case for switching to hydrogen or all electric vehicles

Drivers faced significant delays on the M6 southbound near Lancaster on Friday afternoon

60-minute rush hour delays on M6 southbound due to roadworks

New Lancashire County Council leader Stephen Atkinson welcomes Nigel Farage to County Hall in Preston

'If Nigel Farage becomes PM, great things await this country'

Hugh Bonneville stars as DCS Brian Boyce, attempting to track down the Brinks-Mat loot in the new series of BBC drama The Gold (Picture: BBC/Tannadice Pictures/Ana Blumenkron)

The Gold review: Second time around proves to be better than the first

The Royal Preston Hospital is the centre at which thrombectomy treatment is carried out for patients from right across Lancashire

'I'm worried more people will die' - coroner on 45-year-old's stroke

Emma Parry-Thorpe, a home-based travel agent, has been shortlisted for two national travel industry awards.

Village-based travel agent shortlisted for two national industry awards

Shoplifters, thieves and burglars sentenced in Lancashire so far in 2025

The faces of 25 shoplifters, thieves and burglars sentenced in 2025

Former headteacher at Morecambe High School, James Foster JP, who has died aged 96.

Tributes to ‘much-admired’ headteacher who has passed away

Philip Walsh receiving his award from Superintendent Craig Kelshaw inside the museum.

Police museum volunteer wins top accolade at constabulary awards

Ad Feature Solar power on the go: New 3KW pack means more power and less bulk

Some budding soldiers take aim at Lancaster Carnival in 2000. Photo by DJ Clark.

25 years on: photographer brings back fond memories of community events

All of the Lancashire entries in the Michelin Guide

These are the 13 Lancashire restaurants named among the best in the UK

Lancaster and Morecambe District Armed Forces Day takes place on Saturday, June 21.

Battle of Britain Dakota display announced for Armed Forces Day celebrations

Lancaster and Morecambe College campus.

College closed for emergency work on water main

Jenny Foley is missing from her home in Morecambe.

Police ‘really concerned’ for missing woman last seen in town

Could this be the face of a £208 million EuroMillions winner? The viral £9 syndicate deal has already attracted over 100,000 hopefuls ahead of tonight’s draw.

EuroMillions hits £208m – grab 500 lines for £9 before tonight’s draw

Nigel Farage spoke to the new Reform cabinet at Lancashire County Council

'I know one thing Lancashire County Council can cut straight away'

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage [front, centre], pictured with the party's new administration in control of Lancashire County Council

'Do a good job - or else': Nigel Farage's message to Reform in Lancs

Charles Hanson, owner of Hansons Auctioneers, with the sketch of Muhammad Ali by Eric Morecambe.

Rare Muhammad Ali portrait by Eric Morecambe set to go under hammer

Lancaster Magistrates' Court.

Court lists for Morecambe and Lancaster

Firefighters tackled a caravan blaze in Lancaster.

Firefighters tackle caravan blaze in city

Gary Walker is hiking from John O'Groats to Lands End to raise money for St John's Hospice.

Pensioner hiking hundreds of miles for hospice fundraising challenge

An aerial view of Bolton Lodge and Proctor House.

Find out what it’s like to live in sheltered housing at open day

Dr Jo Heaton-Marriott is a Lancaster University science graduate who has led several award-winning events and marketing campaigns.

Comms expert returns home to launch new business

Can you help police with their enquiries?

Police launch appeal for stolen bikes and burglary suspect

Alfie Moore, policeman turned comedian, brings his show to Lancaster.

Policeman turned comedian brings his show to city theatre

A sign at Silverdale Railway Station. The village will be celebrated at this year’s Silverdale Art Group annual exhibition.

Bay’s ‘loveliest spot’ celebrated at art exhibition

Carnforth Big Lunch is on July 12.

Big Lunch is a recipe for community spirit!

Dog Daisies from left: Ste Hudson (guitar, keys, vocals), Tom Mellors (bass) , Ben Bibby (drums) and Katy Thomas (guitar, keys, vocals).

Band to play gig to celebrate release of third album

There will be two road closures for Lancaster drivers over the next fortnight.

Road closures: two for drivers over the next fortnight

Sam Counsell, a local firefighter and the founder of Frontline First Aid.

Firefighter launches first aid training business

CancerCare have launched a sunflower growing challenge.

Charity encourages budding fundraisers within the community

Overhaul for Lancashire SEND services after critical inspection report

9 famous folk from the North West who died in 2021 have been inducted into the Oxford Dictionary of National Biography

Gone but not forgotten - 9 local greats make Oxford Dictionary

Latest scores as 27 Lancashire businesses visited by food hygiene inspectors

Latest scores as 27 businesses visited by food hygiene inspectors

Little Tornadoes and their mums at Barton Road Centre in Lancaster.

Joy for families as pre-school sessions are extended thanks to cash windfall

Kristian Hill is wanted by police.

Police appeal to find wanted man

A past performance at Lancaster Priory.

Choral society still going strong after almost 200 years

Rev Leah Vasey-Saunders pictured when she became the first female Vicar of Lancaster in 2021. Photo by Darren Andrews

Vicar becomes 'part of history' as she takes up new Bishop role

3-1-5 gym in Lancaster is the UK's top clothing donation point.

Gym is UK’s top clothing donation point

Police specials seized two cars and dealt with other drivers for offences during two weeks in Lancaster and Morecambe.

Two cars seized and drivers dealt with for traffic offences

Trevor with his new owner, Karen Needham.

Three-legged lurcher Trevor finds loving new forever home at last

A section of #SilverdaleRoad near to Arnside will be closed to allow urgent utility repair works to be carried out by CHB Surfacing LTD.

Road closure to look out for near village

The site is on land west of Newlands Road.

Developers seek approval for 110 homes scheme

A television advert for Twix biscuits has been banned by the ASA for promoting "dangerous" and "irresponsible" driving

Bizarre reason a Twix advert has been banned from TV

14 Long Marsh Lane - one of the 'open yardens'.

Visitors welcomed at ‘open yarden’ weekend

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