Whats on in Lancaster Local News
Mum ‘leathered’ woman during school run – sentence
A MUM ‘leathered’ a woman with punches during the school run following an argument between her son and the complainant, a court heard. Courtesy of The Westmorland Gazette | North Lancs …
Police sergeant faces misconduct hearing over alleged Christmas drink-drive breach
Cumbria Police Sergeant Dawn Boyd is accused of driving to work while over the legal alcohol limit before reporting for duty at Ulverston Hub. Courtesy of The Westmorland Gazette | North Lancs …
Wasdale Mountain Rescue Team called three times in less than 24 hours
Three separate call-outs in less than 24 hours kept Wasdale Mountain Rescue Team busy this week as volunteers helped an injured walker, responded to reports of a mountain biking accident and assisted a woman suffering with an ankle injury. Courtesy of The Westmorland Gazette | North Lancs …
Road and footpath closures return for Kendal flood defence work
Final preparations are under way ahead of construction work beginning on Aynam Road as part of the Kendal Flood Risk Management Scheme. Courtesy of The Westmorland Gazette | North Lancs …
Lost racing pigeon found outside Kendal shoe shop miles away from home
A racing pigeon is set to be reunited with on its owner in Whitehaven after being found by officers from Cumbria Police wandering near a shoe shop in Kendal. Courtesy of The Westmorland Gazette | North Lancs …
T20 wins are crucial for Livingstone and Lightning
BARROW-BORN Liam Livingstone and his team-mates have two games left to save their T20 Blast campaign. Courtesy of The Westmorland Gazette | North Lancs …
Armed police called to incident as homes evacuated amid ‘substance’ fears
A man remains inside a property amid an ongoing police operation. Courtesy of The Westmorland Gazette | North Lancs …
Cumbrian mayoral authority agrees £4m funding for Tour de France
Cumbria Combined Authority (CCA) has agreed to offer more than £4million of funding to help deliver the organisation of the Tour de France next year. Courtesy of The Westmorland Gazette | North Lancs …
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Lancaster Guardian
- When will Sainsbury’s Christmas advert 2026 be released? The date fans should look out for
by Natalie Dixon on October 8, 2026 at 5:12 pmSainsbury’s has yet to confirm the release date for its 2026 Christmas advert, but its previous campaigns could offer a clue.
- Lancaster University research highlights importance of peer support after a termination for medical reasons
by Gayle Rouncivell on October 8, 2026 at 4:44 pmThe first study exploring women’s experiences of peer support following a termination for medical reasons highlights the profound isolation, misunderstanding and stigma women experience and the importance of peer support.
- Partnership delivers knockout results for young people in Lancaster
by Gayle Rouncivell on October 8, 2026 at 4:16 pmYoung people whose lives have been transformed through an innovative programme at Salt Ayre Leisure Centre joined partners and community leaders to celebrate its success.
- Lancaster village pre-school open day this weekend
by Michelle Blade on October 8, 2026 at 4:10 pmInfinity Pre-school in Halton is having a family open day this Saturday (October 10).
- Scarefest 2026: Frightening Final Exhibit brings yet more screams to Alton Towers
by Chris Holt on October 8, 2026 at 4:10 pmScarefest at Alton Towers is back and with a new addition to prompt even more frights
The Westmorland Gazette | North Lancs
- Ulverston property with shops and three flats hits market for £290,000by imogen.barber@newsquest.co.uk | Imogen Barber on October 10, 2026 at 6:00 am
A prominent town centre property offering commercial income and development potential is up for sale.
- Lake District family business celebrates four national food awardsby imogen.barber@newsquest.co.uk | Imogen Barber on October 9, 2026 at 6:00 am
A family-run business is celebrating after picking up four national food awards.
- Can you find them? Escaped creatures on the loose in Cumbrian Halloween treasure huntby imogen.barber@newsquest.co.uk | Imogen Barber on October 8, 2026 at 4:53 pm
Mischief is on the loose in Cumbria as part of a spooky family adventure.
- Barrow AFC pair in the running for National League awardsby Gary.Foster@newsquest.co.uk | Gary Foster on October 8, 2026 at 4:44 pm
BARROW AFC’s good run of form has earned them recognition from the National League.
- Northern to replace ageing fleet with upgraded trains from 2028by imogen.barber@newsquest.co.uk | Imogen Barber on October 8, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Train assengers can look forward to cooler journeys and more space as part of a major upgrade.
