Be aware of a scam aimed at self-employed individuals and freelancers. Whilst genuine government financial help may be available, scammers are taking advantage of people’s current vulnerabilities, sending text messages suggesting eligibility for a tax refund. A link in the…
TV Streaming Scam
Nationally a large number of reports have been received regarding scams where householders receive a telephone call about their TV subscription coming to an end and that they will have to pay in order to keep the service. Initially, an…
Beware Doorstep Callers
Park home residents are advised to be on their guard to cold callers offering to carry out property repairs on their homes. An elderly park home owner in the Fylde area was targeted by traders who knocked on his door…
Switch to Cycling
‘Switch to Cycling’ is a new campaign from Lancashire County Council aiming to build on the momentum of those of you who have started cycling during lockdown and encourage more people to take up cycling for short journeys. It promotes…
Join the Prinnce’s Trust Team Programme and they can help you achieve your potential!
Team is a free 12 week personal development course for young people aged 16 – 25. Gain new skills, a nationally recognised qualification, meet new people and have fun! Take part in a community project, team building activities and gain…
Did you know that there were quarantine restrictions in Bolton-le-Sands in 1720?
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UHMBT’s Director of Finance leaves to take up new role in North West
Keith Griffiths, Director of Finance at University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust (UHMBT), will be leaving the Trust later this year to take up a new role in the North West.
From Bodeltone to Bolton-le-Sands
Follow the story of our village on the Lancaster City Museum website or, if you have Facebook, log on to Bolton-le-Sands Village and follow the articles written on the history of Bolton-le-Sands.
Temporary road and car park closures on Lancaster hospital site due to operating theatre building work
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust (UHMBT) is preparing to temporarily close an on-site road, a small public car park, a large staff car park and a smaller staff car park at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI) due…
Beware Fraudulent Gas Bill Emails
Householders are being warned about a national scam. Fraudulent gas bill emails are being sent to members of the public informing them they owe money. The message threatens the recipient with a fine if they do not pay. It reads…