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Jack Earl safe after his ordeal in the Lancaster Canal at Borwick.

Passersby save man who fell in canal

An 86-year-old great-grandfather had a miraculous escape when he fell from his bicycle into the canal.

All 60 of the county's fire engines have been fitted with life saving defibrillators.

New fire engine equipment is a real lifesaver

All 60 of the county’s fire engines have been fitted with a new piece of life-saving equipment.

Ryan Joseph Rostron.

Tributes to student, 22 who died in accident

Tributes have been paid to a university student who died in a road accident on Sunday.

The cannabis plants that were discovered in St Laurence's Church.

Church cannabis farm a ‘sophisticated set-up’

A 51-year-old man is currently helping police with their enquiries following the discovery of a cannabis farm in a disused church.

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The Green triplets Dylan, Lily and Jude with mum and dad Suzy and Dave and sister Rosie.

Triplets celebrate birthdays

The first set of triplets to be delivered at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary for 10 years celebrated their first birthdays at the weekend.

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Mike Willets demonstrates how to make fresh pineapple and banana muffins to the Ugandan women.

New boost for orphans project

A project to start a school in the bush in Uganda to teach and feed 75 orphaned children has expanded.

Sport rss

Gareth Southgate during his visit to Slyne-with-Hest St Luke's Primary School.

Slyne pupils set for Wembley final

Slyne-with-Hest St Luke’s Primary School will represent Morecambe FC at Wembley Stadium on Saturday.

David Beckham hugs Lancaster City goalkeeper Mark Thornley during a pre-season friendly at Giant Axe in 1997.

The day David Beckham came to Lancaster

Former England captain David Beckham has announced his retirement from football.

Jannisar Khan.

Lancaster look to kick start season

After seeing last weekend washed out Lancaster have a double header of action at Lune Road.

Sam Wallbank.

Wallbank and Lin share top award at Vale presentation

It has been a season of mixed fortunes for the Vale of Lune’s teams but it did not prevent many of their loyal players turning out in force for the annual awards ceremony.

Arron Newby and Rob Fagg lifting a front wheel in action on the Manx National Rally. Picture: John Watterson.

Disappointed Arron vows to come back stronger

Bolton-le-Sands teenager Arron Newby cemented his reputation as one of the country’s brightest prospects despite having to retire from the Manx National Rally.

Isaac Lowe.

Fury lends support to academy fighters

Morecambe’s unbeaten heavyweight boxing sensation Tyson Fury was amongst the packed crowd at the Trimpell Club’s first-ever boxing show.

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Video: Seagull rescued from Winter Gardens roof video

Firefighters rescued a seagull trapped by wire on the roof of Morecambe’s Winter Gardens.

Lifestyle rss

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Here’s some fuel for thought

The Burning Question is… a bold new book written by an honorary research fellow at Lancaster University.

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New venture for concert orchestra

The Promenade Concert Orchestra (PCO) ends its sixth season of light music concerts with its first venture into the world of opera music at 3pm on May 19 at The Platform.

Vicky Winstanley, Ellie Garnock-Jones, Vicky Agnew and Shelby O'Neil in the Sitting Pretty vintage tea room and craft shop, Galgate

VIDEO: Former pub transformed into a vintage tea room video

A former pub has been transformed into a vintage tea room and craft centre.

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Eating Out: Try a taste of something New

Anyone looking for a meal that is a little different and totally delicious should make their way along the A6 to the New Holly at Forton.

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The Bookworms founder Jeannette Prescott (seated centre) and local author Suzie Tullett (seated right) with club members.

These Bookworms are turning over a new leaf

A magnificent seven ladies are starting a new chapter in their lives.

The Stone Roses.

Film is Made of Stone

Fans of The Stone Roses should get themselves along to Lancaster’s Dukes cinema on May 30 for a unique insight into the band.

Community rss

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Drop-in centre’s cafe has IMPACT

There’s now somewhere for visitors to a community drop-in centre to grab a snack and a drink.

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Our award sponsors do Care

Morecambe Bay Care Home is part of Four Seasons Health Care, the country’s leading independent provider of health and social care.

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