The next scheduled meeting of the Lancashire Local – Lancaster District will be held at Bleasdale House Special School, Silverdale Tuesday 2nd December 2008 at 1.30 pm.
I am a member of the Children and Young People Overview and Scrutiny Committee which will meet on Thursday 27th November 2008.
The annual Lancaster and District Art Society exhibition, showcasing the work of talented, local artists, will be on public display this winter at Lancaster City Museum.
TWO major arts projects across Lancaster and Morecambe are to benefit from a £5,000 funding boost from Lancashire County Council.
I am a member of the Children and Young People Overview and Scrutiny Committee which will meet on Tuesday 4th November 2008.
I am a member of the Communities and Partnerships Overview and Scrutiny Committee which will meet on the 16th October 2008.
AN iconic Roman cavalry tombstone will be returned to Lancaster and officially unveiled by Lancashire County Council and the Lancashire Museums Service at Lancaster City Museum on Wednesday 15 October 2008.
WORK to introduce a 20mph zone West End Road area of Morecambe is to begin on 6th October.
I am a member of the Children and Young People Overview and Scrutiny Committee which will meet on Tuesday 7th October 2008.
The Full Council will meet on the 2nd October 2008.
A GROUP of disabled people across Fylde, Wyre and Lancaster has worked with Lancashire County Council in developing a new web site to improve information sharing, consultation, and to assist in shaping public services accessible for disabled people.
LANCASTER Maritime Museum is celebrating the world of model boats as part of the ‘Lancaster Unlocked’ special events weekend.
I am a member of the Children and Young People Overview and Scrutiny Committee which will meet on Tuesday 16th September 2008.
The fantastic 18th Century Concert Orchestra will be performing an intimate concert for one night only at Lancaster Castle in September.
A Lancaster business that specialises in the supply and distribution of rubber and plastic products is here for the long-term thanks to Rosebud Finance.
I am a member of the Communities and Partnerships Overview and Scrutiny Committee which will meet on the 3rd September 2008.
The next scheduled meeting of the Lancashire Local – Lancaster District will be held in the Rainbow Centre, Clarence Street, Morecambe on Tuesday 2nd September 2008 at 6.30 pm.
ADULT Learners on the Access to Higher Education (HE) Diploma Programme at The Adult College Lancaster are celebrating their success this week.
LANCASTER City Museum is offering visitors a rare opportunity to view previously unseen watercolours and drawings, both day and night, in a new virtual exhibition.
LANCASTER Maritime Museum is looking for volunteers over the summer to help prepare for a new Viking workshop for schools.
The next scheduled meeting of the Lancashire Local – Lancaster District will be held in the Banqueting Room, Town Hall Lancaster on Tuesday 2nd July 2008 at 6.30 pm.
I am a member of the Children and Young People Overview and Scrutiny Committee which will meet on Monday 21st July 2008.
The Full Council will meet on the 10th July 2008.
A LANCASTER primary school which “echoes with laughter and good humour” has been awarded the highest accolade from Ofsted.
I am a member of the Communities and Partnerships Overview and Scrutiny Committee which will meet on the 26th June 2008.
The next scheduled meeting of the Lancashire Local – Lancaster District will be held at Midland Hotel, Morecambe, on Tuesday 17th June 2008 at 1.30 pm.
Morecambe Brass Band will be performing for one night only at Lancaster Castle in June.
A host of local events will be taking place in Morecambe to celebrate this year's national Carers Week which runs from 9 – 15 June.
YOUNG Travellers from Lancaster district held an open day this week to celebrate their new youth group.
The Full Council will meet on the 29th May 2008.
GREEN-minded school children from Lancaster have scooped high-tech prizes for their recycling efforts.
EXCITING plans for a new garden and courtyard to be enjoyed by people from Skerton have been unveiled.
ICONIC Lancaster Castle and Lancaster Maritime Museum have joined other prestigious visitor attractions such as Kew Gardens, The London Eye and Castle Howard after being named a Quality Assured Visitor Attraction by Visit Britain - the official site of the British Tourist Authority.
LANCASHIRE County Council Adult Learning will celebrate the start of national ‘Adult Learners Week’ on Saturday 17 May with a full day of FREE ‘taster’ courses at The Adult College, Quarry Road, Lancaster.
I am a member of the Children and Young People Overview and Scrutiny Committee which will meet on Tuesday 20th May 2008.
LANCASTER Royal Grammar School has added another trophy to its awards cabinet after winning a 2008 Mathematics Challenge district final.
YELLOW school buses will be a key topic for discussion at the next meeting of Lancashire Local - Lancaster district.
LANCASHIRE County Council's award-winning project 'Get It Loud in Libraries' has announced a spring and summer programme at Lancaster Library that will feature some of the hottest tipped bands in the UK.
I am a member of the Children and Young People Overview and Scrutiny Committee which will meet on Tuesday 8th April 2008.
IT all added up to success when West Craven High Technology College won a district heat of the 2008 Maths Challenge.
HOT new band Royworld has announced a unique Get it Loud in Libraries tour of UK libraries this spring including a performance at Accrington Library on 26 March and Lancaster Library on 12 May.
The next scheduled meeting of the Lancashire Local – Lancaster District will be held in the Banqueting Room, Town Hall, Lancaster on Tuesday 22nd January 2008 at 6.30 pm.
I am a member of the Children and Young People Overview and Scrutiny Committee which will meet on Wednesday 27th February 2008.
The Full Council will meet on the 14th February 2008.
The next scheduled meeting of the Lancashire Local – Lancaster District will be held in the Banqueting Room, Town Hall, Lancaster on Tuesday 22nd January 2008 at 6.30 pm.
I am a member of the Children and Young People Overview and Scrutiny Committee which will meet on Tuesday 15th January 2008.
Zero Carbon at Clifton Fields thanks To a Rural Lancashire Development Grant
REDUNDANT farm buildings have been transformed into a zero carbon managed workspace at Clifton Fields, Fylde, with help from a Rural Lancashire Development Grant.
The Full Council will meet on the 13th December 2007
The next scheduled meeting of the Lancashire Local – Lancaster District will be held at the Melling Institute, Lancaster on Tuesday 4th December 2007 at 6.30 pm.
The next scheduled meeting of the Lancashire Local – Lancaster District will be held at the Victoria Institute, Caton, Lancaster on Monday 26th November 2007 at 4.00 pm.
PROUD Lancastrians will be coming together on Tuesday 27 November to celebrate Lancashire Day.
CLASSICAL music concerts for babies are being rolled out in venues across the county including recitals in December at children's centres in Lancaster.
I am a member of the Children and Young People Overview and Scrutiny Committee which will meet on Tuesday 20th November 2007.
Residents in Carnforth basked in some unseasonal Latin American warmth when the Batala Samba Band hit the streets.
YOUNG people from Lancaster and Morecambe have united for an innovative film-making project.
LONGHORN Stables at St. Michaels has been able to diversify, thanks to a Rural Lancashire Development Grant.
Older people can now access the services of Age Concern Lancashire thanks to their refurbished office in Lancaster.
LANCASTER'S Judges' Lodgings Museum is hosting a week packed full of family friendly events during October to celebrate Halloween.
The next scheduled meeting of the Lancashire Local – Lancaster District will be held at the Methodist Chapel Hall, Tanhouse Lane, Galgate, Lancaster on Tuesday 16th October 2007 at 1.30 pm.
The consultation over the possible closure of Skerton and Hornby High Schools is due to begin next week.
I am a member of the Children and Young People Overview and Scrutiny Committee which will meet on Tuesday 9th October 2007.
The Full Council will meet on the 4th October 2007
A dairy farm in Staining that was experiencing a downturn has been transformed into a nine-hole golf course and a crown bowling green with the help of a Rural Lancashire Development Grant.
LANCASTER district residents have the chance to quiz some of the county's leading politicians later this month.
A DISUSED dairy has been turned into workspace thanks to the help of a Rural Lancashire Development Grant.
A RIBCHESTER building has been transformed into a wheelchair user-friendly holiday home thanks to a Rural Lancashire Development Grant.
The next scheduled meeting of the Lancashire Local – Lancaster District will be held at Morecambe High School, Dallam Road, Morecambe on Tuesday 4th September 2007 at 6.30 pm.
I am a member of the Children and Young People Overview and Scrutiny Committee which will meet on Tuesday 28th August 2007.
The Full Council will meet on the 26th July 2007
The next scheduled meeting of the Lancashire Local – Lancaster District will be held at the Gaskell Hall, Emesgate Lane, Silverdale on Tuesday 24th July 2007 at 1.30 pm.
I am a member of the Children and Young People Overview and Scrutiny Committee which will meet on Tuesday 17th July 2007.
COUNCILLORS and other interested people from Lancaster and other parts of Lancashire will be meeting in Chorley on Monday to discuss issues relating to probity in public life, on how local authorities can work together to do so and also to agree questions that need sending in an upward direction to people who understand the issues that may recur elsewhere in the country.
LANCASTER Royal Grammar school has added the Maths Challenge champion’s trophy to their triumphs.
The next scheduled meeting of the Lancashire Local – Lancaster District will be held at the Victoria Institute, Caton, Lancaster on Tuesday 19th June 2007 at 7.00 pm.
The next scheduled meeting of the Lancashire Local – Lancaster District will be held in the Banqueting Suite, Town Hall, Lancaster on Tuesday 13th March 2007 at 1.30 pm.
The Full Council will meet on the 22nd February 2007
The next scheduled meeting of the Lancashire Local – Lancaster District will be held at Skerton Youth & Community Centre, King George Field, Slyne Road, Lancaster on Tuesday 30th January 2007 at 7.00 pm.
THE aviation industry is seeking out the expertise of a small firm in Padiham, thanks to a loan from Rosebud, Lancashire County Developments Ltd’s finance package for business start up and expansion.
PEOPLE looking to shed a few pounds following the festive period are urged to board the Bittern Bus - a bargain at just £3 for an all day pass.
RECONSTRUCTION work in the New Year will bring new life to a Lancaster canal bridge.
Lancashire County Council has signed a contract to fully refurbish the footbridge over the Lancaster Canal between Shaw Street and Wolseley Street, approximately 500m north east of the city centre.
A FUNDRAISING Christmas party has raised over £800 for St John’s Hospice on Slyne Road in Lancaster thanks to generous carers, service users and staff.
PARTIES in spooky castles, pink disco rooms and an “undersea” environment are attracting children and parents to Pendle from across the North West.
The Full Council will meet on the 14th December 2006.
The next scheduled meeting of the Lancashire Local – Lancaster District will be held at Glasson Dock Village Hall, Bodie Hill, Glasson Dock, Lancaster on the 21st November 2006 at 2.00 pm.
The Full Council will meet on the 5th October 2006.
The next scheduled meeting of the Lancashire Local – Lancaster District will be held at Heysham High School (Theatre/Studio), Limes Avenue, Morecambe, on the 3rd October 2006 at 7.00 pm.
PRIMARY school pupils from Lancaster have taken a safe step in the right direction thanks to a leading child pedestrian training programme.
The next scheduled meeting of the Lancashire Local – Lancaster District will be held at the Hornby Institute, Main Street, Hornby, on the 18th July 2006 at 2.15 pm.
FOLKS at a Lancaster day centre celebrated a blooming marvellous result after Prince’s Trust volunteers spruced up their garden.
Long established Lancashire engineering company R Kirk Ltd started as a blacksmiths in 1907. Over the years the company has developed into a specialist in water management and water treatment solutions and is now leading the way in its field delivering first class products to the whole of the UK and exporting its technology to places as far afield as America, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand.
Young people in Skelmersdale are benefiting from Lancashire’s Grants For Growth scheme which has enabled the Crisis Centre in the town to employ a worker to help co-ordinate training.
The Backhouse Horse Welfare, Assessment, Rehabilitation and Therapy Centre in Mawdesley near Chorley is a magical place.
A special competition for Lancashire primary school pupils to design a logo for this years Lancashire Maths Week has been won by Harriet Bowyer.
The South Ribble district heat of this year’s Lancashire Maths Challenge took place this week at All Hallows Catholic High School, Penwortham.
Lancashire County Council’s economic development department, Lancashire County Developments Ltd, has been working with officers from the Lancashire Rural Recovery Action Plan to really make a difference to the rural economy in the county.
Lancashire County Council’s economic development department, Lancashire County Developments Ltd, has been working with officers from the Lancashire Rural Recovery Action Plan to really make a difference to the rural economy in the county.
The Lancaster District Final of this year’s Lancashire Maths Challenge held at Lancaster Royal Grammar School saw a packed audience of parents, teachers and supporters watch as teams from ten local secondary schools worked their way through a series of rounds to identify the murderer in a ‘Cluedo’ like scenario.
Lancashire based business Engaero Ltd is growing – thanks to the Rosebud scheme offered by...
The Preston district heat of this year’s Lancashire Maths Challenge took place this week at Archbishop Temple CE High School and Technology College in the city.
The latest Lancashire company to benefit from Rosebud, a special source of finance for businesses, is Works With Water Nutraceuticals Ltd in the Ribble Valley.
The West Lancashire district heat of this year’s Lancashire Maths Challenge took place this week at Glenburn Sports College in Skelmersdale.
The Internal Overview and Scrutiny Committee will meet on the 29th March 2006.
The first District Heat of this year’s Lancashire Mathematics Challenge was won by Hodgson High School Technology College.
The Education Overview and Scrutiny Committee will meet on the14th March 2006.
Rosebud has won the top prize of Fund of the Year 2006.
Visitors to the Ski Slope and other attractions managed by Rossendale Leisure Trust can look forward to even better service, thanks to Lancashire County Developments Ltd, Connexions Business Servies and the Lancashire and Blackpool Tourist Board.
HELP is at hand for bus users who need help getting about their area.
The Full Council will meet on the 16th February 2006
Photos from the visit two weeks ago
Happy Chinese New Year!
Specialist hose and couplings company Premier Hose Technologies Limited from Clifton near Preston are one of Lancashire’s latest Rosebud companies.
Lancashire County Developments Ltd’s Rosebud scheme is helping ensure one of our traditional skills thrives.
I am a member of the Internal Overview and Scrutiny Committee which will meet on the 25th January 2006.
I am a member of the Internal Overview and Scrutiny Committee which will meet on the 18th January 2006.
The Education Overview and Scrutiny Committee will meet on the17th January 2006.
Vision reader John Cowley will be flying high on aircraft history thanks to Lancashire County Developments Ltd (LCDL), the county council’s economic development company.
Christmas Day is almost here, but what are you planning do do with the tree, cards and all that wrapping paper afterwards?
A brand new children’s fun centre in Skelmersdale has been set up with the help of a Rosebud loan.
One of Lancashire’s newest and fastest growing businesses is also a Rosebud company.
On Wednesday a planning application for the completion of the Heysham to M6 Link was submitted.
The Full Council will meet on the 15th December 2005
An exciting project in Lancaster is now under construction thanks to the REMADE in Lancashire programme, funded by the Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA).
Staff at a Ribble Valley Hotel have been studying hard to gain a qualification in Basic Food Hygiene.
Strangers prowling the corridors of County Hall, blood being drained from Councillors - what’s going on?
Lancashire County Developments Ltd, the County Council’s economic development company, supports Enterprise Week 2005.
IT and management training specialists Datrix Training Ltd are growing, and Lancashire County Developments Ltd are helping through their Rosebud scheme.
The Internal Overview and Scrutiny Committee will meet on the 23rdt November 2005.
The Education Overview and Scrutiny Committee will meet on the15th November 2005.
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Baseline Industrial Materials Company Benefits From Rosebud
As bonfire night approaches here are some handy tips to make sure you enjoy yourself safely
A picture of the stone jetty at Morecambe wins this year’s ‘Essential Lancashire’ competition organised by Lancashire County Developments Ltd.
Local residents aged 55 and over from Lancaster and Morecambe are being invited to have a greater say in how local services are shaped and developed through the creation of a multi-agency partnership board.
The next meeting of the Internal Overview and Scrutiny Committee will be on the 28th September 2005.
A KIND-HEARTED group from a Morecambe Day Centre have been digging deep to raise funds for a tsunami stricken region of Sri Lanka.
Winner of a special award in this year's Lancashire County Developments and North West Vision Photographic Competition, Daniel Jones, 8, from Poulton-le - Fylde got a big surprise when I invitied him to County Hall.
LANCASTER’S historic Crook O’Lune Bridge has re-opened after an £880,000 restoration.
I am a member of the Internal Overview and Scrutiny Committee
The Full Council will meet on the 14th July 2005
Lancashire County Development Ltd's Rosebud scheme is branching out - and helping a company that "thrives" on red tape, wherever it exists.
Preston based photographer Andrea Johnson has been going from strength to strength - with a little help from Lancashire's Rosebud Scheme.
The first meeting of the Full Council after the local election will be held at County Hall, Preston on the 26th May 2005.
Your local county councillor is back on the web!
Tonight at 9.00pm on Channel 4 Chef Jamie Oliver will be serving up another helping of his new series
Find out the latest information from the Food Standards Agency.
Cyclists from across the country will be heading for Preston later this year to take part in the 2 Move Festival being held on 18th September 2005.
Lancashire County Council are working with District Council’s to ensure shelves are cleared of foods containing Sudan 1.
A Lancashire County Council organised conference for teachers will focus on how today's pupils can be inspired to take care of tomorrow's environment.
The Full Council will meet on the 24th February 2005
On the 17th February 2005 Full Council will discuss the 2005/06 budget.
Lancashire is packed with festivals and special events throughout the year and a wide selection are featured in the 'Guide to Events- Lancashire 2005' leaflet recently produced by Lancashire's Tourism and Economic Development Services Team.
LEADING educationalists are to speak at a Lancashire County Council organised conference, "Creativity in Primary English."
Businesses across the County are warned about a "health and safety"registration demand scam
I do my bit to help the Chairman's charity bike ride.
People are being reminded to get snapping to take part in a special photographic competition aimed at picturing 'Essential Lancashire'.
On Sunday Channel 4’s Time Team TV series featured an archaeological dig in Lancashire
Find out the latest weather information and flood warnings.
Officers from Lancashire County Developments Ltd, the County Council's economic development company, will be promoting the county to potential visitors from Holland and Ireland at three major holiday exhibitions being held in January.
The next meeting of the Full Council will be on the 16th December 2004
The business community in Lancashire came out in force to support a pioneering event held recently in Colne.
The village of Hurst Green in the Ribble Valley is celebrating a double success in this year's Lancashire Best Kept Village competition, sponsored by Lancashire County Developments Ltd.
It may not be magic, but a new financial alternative is being developed for the people of East Lancashire.
Representatives from Credit Unions across Lancashire - and beyond - gathered in Preston this week to share experiences and discuss ways of improving how they work for the future.
Lancashire County Developments Ltd, the County Council's economic development company, is hosting a special Rosebud event with sports personality Sally Gunnell as guest speaker.
The battle to make streets safer for children is being won in Lancaster and Morecambe.
A visit to the Royal Lancs Show by workers at Piccadilly Gardens in Lancaster proved extra special for one young man.
Business is booming at the newly opened Cheeky Monkey's Playcentre in Bamber Bridge. In the first three weeks of opening over 2,800 children have visited the colourful and friendly new facility.
A new 24 hour mobile service for Lancashire area is up and running thanks to Lancashire County Developments Ltd's Rosebud fund.
PARENTS are being warned about the UK's number one child killer as the summer holidays begin.
Make domestic violence as unacceptable as any other form of murder
A community effort to make sure the team look as good as they play
