South Cumbria News
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Traders preparing for move into fantastic temporary market
Final preparations are being made as Barrow Market traders get set to move into a fantastic new home while work starts on the the multi-million pound rejuvenation of the Market Hall.
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Theatre at Barrow’s Forum closed following discovery of asbestos
The theatre at Barrow’s Forum has been closed following the discovery of asbestos.
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Bumper Brilliant Barrow Summer of Fun gets under way
The Brilliant Barrow Summer of Fun is taking place once again throughout the school summer holidays to provide a range of free, family-friendly activities in the town centre.
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Visiting on Ward 6 at Furness General suspended due to Norovirus outbreak
Visiting on Ward 6 of Furness General Hospital continues to be suspended due to a Norovirus outbreak.
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Two people charged in burglary investigation
Two people have appeared court after they were charged by officers investigating a series of burglaries in Barrow.
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Three people charged with drug supply offences
Three people have been charged with drug supply offences following an investigation into drug supply in Barrow.
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Hutton Harmonies community choir looking to grow following grant support
A South Lakeland ladies community choir is looking to grow its membership after securing a four-figure grant from a renewable energy firm to help it cover its costs.
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New operator sought for Bowness Royalty cinema
The operator of the Royalty cinema in Bowness-on-Windermere has announced they are relinquishing their tenancy.
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Morecambe Bay Hospital Trust takes extra measures to cope with pressures on services
The Trust that runs hospitals in North Lancashire and South Cumbria says it's taking additional steps to maintain safe services and cope with growing demands.
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Phase two of Barrow flagship residential development set to start
Moves to develop a flagship residential development in Barrow have taken a major step forward.
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Celebrity chef to headline event celebrating Milnthorpe nursery’s 40th anniversary
Celebrity chef, Phil Vickery, is the special guest at an event celebrating the 40th of a South Cumbrian nursery.
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Thousands of pounds of damage caused to Walney golf course by off-road bike
Thousands of pounds of damage has been caused to Walney golf course by an off-road bike.
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Two bridges near Kendal could be demolished
Two bridges over the A591 that were closed due safety concerns could be demolished.
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Injunction secured against teen involved in anti-social behaviour in Ulverston
A teenager from Ulverston has been handed an interim anti-social behaviour injunction after being involved in crime, disorder, and anti-social behaviour in the town.
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Barrow man who attempted to sexually communicate with children online is jailed
A man from Barrow has been jailed for attempting to sexually communicate with who he believed to be two 13-year-old children, online.
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£1.7 million plan set to boost 30 bus routes in South Cumbria
Councillors have backed a £1.7 million plan to restore and improve 30 bus routes and services across Westmorland and Furness.
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Bespoke jewellery items stolen in Barrow burglary
Police are investigating a burglary where bespoke items of jewellery were stolen from a property on Windrush Crescent, Barrow.
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Significant progress at Barrow Alternative Provision as modular buildings arrive
A £2.9 million project to build a 40-place Alternative Provision in Barrow passed a major milestone recently as pre-built modular sections of the school structure started to arrive.
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Sniffer dogs uncover £7000 of hidden illicit tobacco in Barrow
Specially trained tobacco dogs have accompanied Westmorland and Furness Trading Standards and Cumbria Police to retail premises across the Furness area, in a bid to tackle the supply and demand of illegal tobacco products.
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Windermere mature student shoots for the stars to achieve PhD
A mature student from Windermere is over the moon to be awarded a doctorate in astrophysics after spending the last 14 years working towards it.
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Barrow County Lines drug supply case sees eight defendants jailed
Eight defendants have been jailed for their role in a conspiracy to supply Class A drugs in Barrow and Manchester.
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Drug dealer stopped on M6 near Carnforth jailed
A man has been jailed after £50,000 of heroin was found after a car was stopped on the M6 near Carnforth.
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Feel at home at Lake District Music Festival
Homegrown Cumbrian talent will be among a vast array of artists performing at this year’s Lake District Summer Music Festival.
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Consultation survey on preferred option for Ulverston Library and The Coro
People are being asked to share their views on the preferred option for Ulverston’s library services and The Coro.
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Conservation charity launches Lake District litter campaign
Landscape conservation charity Friends of the Lake District is launching a litter campaign to encourage people to care for the landscape when visiting this summer.
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Man jailed for Class A drug supply in South Cumbria
A man who was stopped by officers in South Cumbria has been jailed for possession with intent to supply Class A drugs.
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Crackdown on anti-social behaviour and serious violence across South Cumbria
Cumbria’s Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner secured an additional £1m of extra funding from the Government’s Hotspot Response Fund to target anti-social behaviour (ASB) and serious violence in hotspot areas across the county.
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Heaps of information at new Kendal compost demonstration site
A new Compost Demonstration Site which aims to encourage home composting is opening in Kendal this weekend.
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‘Happy Hopeful Hindpool’ initiative launched as part of Clear, Hold, Build strategy
Cumbria Police have rolled out a multi-agency partnership tactic called Clear, Hold Build which has been formulated by the Home Office to tackle serious and organised crime and rebuild neighbourhoods affected by this.
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New specialists appointed at Morecambe Bay hospitals to tackle domestic violence
Domestic violence and violence among young people are being tackled by two recently appointed specialists to work with hospitals across Morecambe Bay.
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Beautiful Cartmel gardens to be displayed for national charity
Three beautiful gardens in Cartmel village will be open to the public later this month as part of the National Garden Scheme charity initiative.
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Police appeal after high value shoplifting ‘likely from shops between Barrow and Garstang’
Police are appealing appeal for information after two men were arrested in connection with high value shoplifting offences.
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Police make arrest in Bowness high-value boat theft investigation
A man has been arrested by police as part of an investigation into a high-value boat theft in the South Lakes.
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Dalton man jailed for online child sex offences
A Dalton man has been jailed for attempting to engage with who he believed to be a 14-year-old child in sexual communication.
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GENERAL ELECTION: Tim Farron retains Westmorland and Londsdale
Tim Farron has been re-elected in Westmorland & Lonsdale for the Liberal Democrats.
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GENERAL ELECTION: Labour gain Barrow and Furness from Conservatives
Labour has gained the constituency of Barrow and Furness from the Conservatives.
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Winners of Cumbria Tourism Awards announced
The winners of the Cumbria Tourism Awards 2024 were announced at a special award ceremony at the Castle Green Hotel in Kendal this week.
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Rare military radio as used in Bluebird K7 loaned to the Ruskin Museum
A rare military radio, the type used by Donald Campbell CBE on his record-breaking hydroplane Bluebird K7 has gone on display at the Ruskin Museum in Coniston.
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Work begins on a new classroom extension at Kendal school
Westmorland and Furness Council in collaboration with the Diocese of Carlisle, have begun building works on a new extension to expand facilities at St Patrick’s C of E Primary School in Endmoor.
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Showing support for Armed Forces in South Cumbria
The Armed Forces Day flag is flying at Barrow, Kendal and Penrith, as part of Armed Forces Week 2024.
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Barrow Market set for temporary move
Barrow Market traders are set to move into new temporary accommodation while work is carried out on the Market Hall.
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Barrow officer named Cumbria’s Response Officer of the year 2024
An officer based in Barrow has been chosen as Cumbria’s Response Police Officer of the Year 2024.
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Dog rescued after damaging paws during Lake District walk
A dog had to be rescued after it could not walk any further while out in the Lake District.
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Officers investigating fatal collision on A592
Police are investigating a single vehicle collision that occurred on the A592 near Glenridding.
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New report states University of Cumbria equips students for future graduate success
A national survey shows that more than 97 per cent of graduates from the University of Cumbria are employed or studying 15 months after graduating, and 86.1 per cent are in professional employment.
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Junior doctors set to strike in North Lancashire and South Cumbria
Hospitals in North Lancashire and South Cumbria are preparing for more industrial action with junior doctors set to strike this week for the first time since February.
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The Factory to open studios as part of Kendal Town Trail launch
Artisans based at The Factory in Kendal will be opening up their studios and businesses this weekend to coincide with the launch of the Felltarn Kendal Town Trail 2024.
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South Lakes police warn of increase in local rural crime
South Lakes police have warned of an increase in local rural crime.
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Barrow man jailed for sexual harm order breach and indecent image offences
A man from Barrow has been jailed for two years and six months for breaching his Sexual Harm Prevention Order and indecent image offences.
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Dock Museum to close for refurbishment works
The Dock Museum in Barrow is set to close to allow for refurbishment works.
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Appeal following single vehicle collision in South Cumbria
Police are investigating a one vehicle road traffic collision in South Cumbria.
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South Cumbrians recognised in King’s Birthday Honours
A number of people from South Cumbria have been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours list.
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Three people arrested following drugs warrant in Kendal
Officers have conducted a Misuse of Drugs Act warrant at a property in Kendal.
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Kendal Town fail in appeal against move into Northern League
Kendal Town FC will play in a predominantly North East based league next season after an appeal against their move failed.
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Kendal Pride returns this weekend for second year
Kendal Pride returns this weekend with a bigger festival programme for 2024.
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Trading Standards seize £500,000 of unsafe, counterfeit goods at Appleby Horse Fair
Trading Standards Officers from Westmorland and Furness Council supported by Cumbria Police seized over £500,000 worth of goods from the market fields at this year’s Appleby Horse Fair.
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Traders and customers bid fond farewell to market stalwarts
Barrow Market traders marked the end of an era as they said a fond a fond farewell to two sisters who dedicated 50 years to their business and the community.
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GENERAL ELECTION: Full list of South Cumbria candidates
The full lists of candidates for the Westmorland and Londsale and Barrow and Furness constituencies in the general election have been officially announced.
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Kendal bridges to close for precautionary safety assessments
Brigsteer and Underbarrow bridges, which run over the A591 near Kendal, will close this week, as a precautionary measure due to structural concerns.
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Barrow man jailed following knife attack
A man from Barrow has been jailed after carrying out a knife attack in a street in the town in 2022.
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Tens of thousands of motorcycists flock to Barrow to celebrate life of Dave Myers
Tens of thousands of motorcyclists completed a mammoth ride from London to Barrow to celebrate the life of Hairy Biker Dave Myers.
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Body of man found in Lancaster village quarry
Police searching for a missing man from Cheshire have found a man’s body in a quarry in a Lancaster village.
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A warm Barrow welcome awaits for Dave Day visitors
Barrow is preparing to welcome thousands of motorcyclists heading to the town as part of a day of events to celebrate the life of Dave Myers.
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Council focusses on delivering value for money as it centralises Kendal offices
Westmorland and Furness Cabinet has agreed another step forward in its ambitions for delivering value for money services in modern, fit-for-purpose office buildings.
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Ulverston magician finishes runner-up on Britain's Got Talent
Ulverston magician Jack Rhodes came second on TV show Britain's Got Talent narrowly missing out on the £250,000 first prize.
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VIDEO: Ulverston magician through to Britain's Got Talent final and named favourite to win
A magician from Ulverston is through to the final of TV's Britain's Got Talent with one judge saying he's now favourite to win the competition.
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Trains at Lancaster and Oxenholme cancelled after derailment blocks line
Train services have been cancelled - affecting passengers at Lancaster and Oxenholme - following a derailment.
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Barrow brothers charged with supplying Class A drugs
Two Barrow brothers have appeared in court charged with Class A drugs supply.
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Barrow drug dealer jailed for eight years
A man from Barrow who sent messages to a fellow drug dealer claiming to have sold £750,000 worth of cannabis in eight months has been jailed.
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Woman who suffered heart attack during Lake District break thanks crew for their quick actions
A woman who suffered a heart attack while on holiday in the Lakes has been reunited with the ambulance service staff who came to her aid.
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West Road at Thirlmere reopens following repairs to the adjacent Crag
A road alongside a reservoir has reopened, two and a half years after it was shut due to storm damage.
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Woman airlifted to hospital after falling on Lake District mountain on 70th birthday
A woman was airlifted to hospital after falling on a Lake District mountain on her 70th birthday.
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Business owners urged to share insights in council’s first annual survey
Business owners are being invited to help ensure their views and insight to inform future economic support strategies and policies.
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Outrage over decision to move Kendal Town to Northern League
The South Lakes MP has written to football’s governing body after Kendal Town were told they’d be playing in a predominantly North East based league next season.
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Ban for South Cumbrian man who left wounded and scarred dogs without vet care
A Cumbrian man whose dogs were found suffering from injuries after the RSPCA investigated potential badger baiting offences has been banned from keeping animals for ten years.
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Corporate sponsors invited to support Bay Health Festivals events
Businesses and organisations are invited to support the upcoming Bay Health Festivals events in Lancaster and Kendal.
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Barrow man jailed for class A drug supply
A Barrow man has been jailed for supplying class A drugs in South Cumbria.
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Woman jailed for role in Kendal-Merseyside crime group
A woman from Kendal has been jailed for her role as a member of an Organised Crime Group (OCG) which trafficked Class A drugs between Merseyside and Kendal and the South Lakes.
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Police continue to appeal for information about missing man last seen in Silverdale
Police are continuing to appeal for information on the whereabouts of missing Nigel Redshaw who has not been seen for around four weeks.
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Cumbria-led £268,000 international research collaboration with ethnic minority groups in Vietnam secures British Academy funding
A new international collaboration led by the University of Cumbria will explore the impact of outdoor tourism on ethnic minority groups in Vietnam.
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Cannabis and a knife found during searches at Oxenholme station
Drugs and a lock knife were discovered as part of an operation undertaken by police at Oxenholme train station this week.
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Three wild swimming spots in Coniston given bathing water status
Three wild swimming areas in Coniston have been designated as bathing water sites by the government ahead of the summer.
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£100,000 fund open for event and festival grant applications
Groups organising festivals and events in Westmorland and Furness can now apply for grants of between £1,000 and £10,000 from a £100,000 fund.
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Unsafe South Cumbria bridge to be demolished and replaced
An unsafe bridge connecting Duddon Bridge and Corney Village in South Cumbria is to be demolished and replaced.
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Officers visit Cumbrian schools to educate young on dangers of knives
Cumbria Constabulary will be educating young people and carrying out test purchasing operations as part of its support for a national, week-long knife crime campaign.
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Lake District hiker found dead after mountain rescue search
A man has been found dead after going missing in the Lake District.
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Birth services suspended at Westmorland General’s Helme Chase unit
Due to staffing issues, birth services at Helme Chase will be temporarily suspended for a period of six months.
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Thousands flock to Coniston to see legendary Bluebird
Donald Campbell’s Bluebird K7 has made the Ruskin Museum one of the best tourist destinations in the Lake District, with over sixteen thousand people visiting in the first two months.
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Beyond Radio presenter’s ‘beer guide with a twist’ nominated for Lakeland Book of the Year prize
A book published by a Beyond Radio presenter has been nominated for the prestigious Lakeland Book of the Year.
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County lines drug dealer jailed for supply of heroin and crack cocaine in Barrow
A county lines drug dealer operating in Barrow under the name ‘Rico’ has been sentenced to four years in prison.
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Lib Dems maintain majority after Grange and Cartmel by-election
Andy Hull is the newly elected Westmorland and Furness Council Member for the Grange and Cartmel Ward, after winning the by-election.
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Train strikes this week: How you might be affected
Rail users through North Lancashire and Morecambe Bay face disruption this week due to strikes and an overtime ban.
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Kendal man seriously injured in collision
A Kendal man has been seriously injured in a single vehicle collision.
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Morecambe Bay midwives celebrated as part of International Day of the Midwife 2024
The hugely important work of midwives at University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust (UHMBT) is being celebrated as part of International Day of the Midwife 2024.
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Kirkstone Pass resurfacing works completed for Bank Holiday
Latest works have been completed on a multi-million road safety scheme on an iconic Lakeland pass - meaning the route will be open for the Bank Holiday weekend.
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Labour's David Allen elected Cumbria police and fire commissioner
Labour’s David Allen is the new police, fire and crime commissioner (PFCC) for Cumbria.
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Lancaster school pupils speak out in campaign to save Lake Windermere from pollution
Pupils from a Lancaster school have spoken out passionately about their campaign to save Lake Windermere from pollution.
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Conductor punched in head on train at Windermere
Police are investigating assault on a conductor on a train at Windermere station.
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Man charged after drugs found in vehicle at Tebay services
A man has been charged with a drug offence after his vehicle was stopped by police near Tebay Services.
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Ensure you have the medication you need ahead of Bank Holiday weekend
People living across North Lancashire and South Cumbria have been urged to get repeat prescription orders in early ahead of the upcoming bank holiday.
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Kendal musician awarded £25,000 to create brand new art piece for Cumbria
A Kendal musician has been awarded £25,000 to each create a brand new piece of musical art for Cumbria.
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Kendal man dies following fatal collision on A66
A man from Kendal died as a result of a fatal road traffic collision on the A66.
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Junior Citizen scheme for young people ran across Ulverston, Grange and Windermere
South Lakes Neighbourhood Policing Team, along with Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service, held a series of Junior Citizen days for local primary school children in Ulverston, Windermere and Grange this week.
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Recognition for South Cumbria officers who jailed County Lines drug dealers whilst safeguarding vulnerable
Teams of officers and staff who have worked to secure convictions against County Lines offenders have been commended by the Chief Constable of Cumbria.
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Multi million pound A595 investment in South Cumbria gets the green light
A multi million pound investment to improve the A595 at Grizebeck has been given the green light by Government.
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South Lakes MP pays tribute to volunteers at Kendal Town Football Club in Parliament
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has praised the hard work of the volunteers who run Kendal Town Football Club.
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Bomb squad called to Oxenholme station
Bomb disposal experts rushed to Oxenholme train station earlier today after a suspicious item was found.
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Morecambe rock band to headline tribute concert for Hairy Bikers star
Morecambe rockers, Massive Wagons, have been announced as the headline act at a concert in tribute to Barrow’s star of The Hairy Bikers, Dave Myers.
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Kendal climate change organisation awarded £20,000 grant
A Kendal climate change organisation has been awarded a £20,000 grant towards their latest project.
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New Astute class submarine named after Greek king at Barrow shipyard
A new Royal Navy submarine being built in Barrow-in-Furness has been officially named after the ancient Greek king Agamemnon.
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Man charged with drug supply following warrant in Kendal
A man from Kendal has been charged with drug supply offences.
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Police investigating fatal Lake District collision on A66
Cumbria Police is investigating a fatal collision which occurred on Saturday afternoon.
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£75,000 worth of drugs and cash seized during early morning Kendal raid
Drugs worth £75,000 and cash were seized during an early morning raid at an address in Kendal.
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98% of pupils secure place at first choice primary school in South Cumbria
More than 98 per cent of pupils have been offered their first-choice primary school in South Cumbria.
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Barrow man charged with burglary and fraud
A man from Barrow has been charged with burglary, fraud and assault offences after incidents in the town.
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Long-serving nurse marks retirement with head shave to help Barrow hospital baby unit
A long-serving nurse braved a head shave upon her retirement to raise funds to help babies at a Barrow hospital.
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Boxing champion turned poet joins dream project to show off the best of Barrow
A former boxing champion turned poet is among four artists working with Barrow people on a dream project.
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Kirkstone Pass to close for resurfacing works
Drivers are being reminded that Kirkstone Pass will be closed to all vehicles for two weeks from tomorrow (April 16) for resurfacing works.
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Labour leader makes nuclear pledge on visit to Barrow shipyard
The Labour leader pledged to protect the future of Britain’s nuclear deterrent when he visited South Cumbria.
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Works to start on new solar farm site in Barrow
Works to build a new solar farm site on council-owned land at Sandscale Park in Barrow are set to start over next few weeks.
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Bus service funding supports tourism businesses and communities
Hospitality and tourism businesses are being supported by new Westmorland and Furness Council-funded bus services helping staff get to work in the Lakes.
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Windermere Ferry gets ready for April inspection and upgrades
The Windermere Ferry will be taken out of the water for its five-yearly refit and full inspection.
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Barrow Raiders to stage tribute concert to Hairy Biker
Barrow Raiders have announced a 'chart topping band' will headline a concert in tribute to Hairy Bikers star, Dave Myers, following his death in February.
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Barrow man charged with murder
A man has been charged with murder following an incident in Barrow.
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South Lakes MP demands answers from United Utilities over ‘environmental vandalism’ to the River Eea in Cark
Local MP Tim Farron has written to the Chief Executive of United Utilities after it was revealed that that the company discharged more sewage at Cark-in-Cartmel than anywhere else in the North West.
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Police work with businesses in South Cumbria to tackle retail crime
Cumbria Police took action to support local businesses during a month-long initiative aimed at reducing offences and targeting retail criminals.
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Man arrested for numerous driving offences in Bowness
A man has been arrested following multiple reports from the public of a car driving dangerously in the Bowness-on-Windermere area.
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Major new grant fund will help South Cumbria arts, heritage and culture to thrive
The spotlight is shining on arts, heritage and culture across Westmorland and Furness thanks to a major grant fund to help communities thrive.
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Barrow Outdoor Market springs into action
Barrow Outdoor Spring Market returns later this month.
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Lancaster to Barrow rail line will be closed for several more weeks
The Lancaster to Barrow rail line will be closed until at least April 21 as repair works continue following last month’s derailment.
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Renewed appeal following assault in Barrow
Police are renewing their appeal for information following a serious assault on Cavendish Street, Barrow.
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Closure of North Walney School confirmed after fall in pupil numbers
North Walney Nursery and Primary School will now officially close at the end of August.
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Kirkstone Pass re-opens for Easter holidays
An iconic Lakeland pass will be re-opened for the Easter bank holiday weekend and school holiday fortnight, following completion of the latest phase of works on a multi-million pound road safety scheme.
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De-railed Lancaster-Barrow train lifted back onto tracks by crane as line remains closed
A de-railed Lancaster-Barrow train has been lifted back onto the tracks via a crane as repair and investigation works continue and the line remains closed.
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South Lakes’ school and mental health charity team up for wellbeing initiative
A young people's mental health charity has launched a new programme to aid Cumbria's youth.
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Westmorland and Furness Council welcomes £200 million Barrow investment announcement
Sam Plum, Chief Executive of Westmorland and Furness Council, has welcomed the announcement by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak of more than £200 million over the next decade to ensure Barrow thrives as the home of UK nuclear submarine-building.
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Work starts to repair Barrow sports pitches
Work has started to repair council-managed 3G sports pitches in Barrow.
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Kendal Walking Festival striding ahead
There’s a walk for everyone at this year’s Kendal Walking Festival over the late Spring Bank Holiday weekend in May.
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South Lakes MP demands Health Secretary to intervene after 10 GP practices say they are at immediate risk of closure
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has written to the Health Secretary Victoria Atkins, urging here to support rural doctors surgeries after a shocking new report revealed that some of our local GP practices are on the brink of closure.
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Work commences on next stage at Alternative Provision School in Barrow
The construction of a much-anticipated new education facility in Barrow has taken a significant step forward.
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Barrow receives three new dedicated Community Beat Officers
Barrow will now benefit from three new Community Beat Officers who have joined the wider Barrow Neighbourhood Policing Team.
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Council awarded £1.7 million to put the wheels on more bus services
The Council is calling for communities to help shape spending plans for a £1.7 million funding pot to put the wheels on more bus services across Westmorland and Furness.
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Three people charged with shoplifting offences in Kendal
Three people have been charged after an incident at a premises in South Lakeland Retail Park in Kendal.
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Local windfarms generate enough energy to power city the size of Lancaster
Two local windfarms generated enough energy in the last year to power a city the size of Lancaster, bosses have revealed.
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South Lakeland Golf club looks ahead to exciting new season
A thriving South Lakeland golf club is looking forward to an exciting new season.
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Delight as new Changing Places toilet opens at Barrow Park Leisure Centre
Customers, staff and the wider community have welcomed the opening of a new Changing Places toilet at Barrow Park Leisure Centre.
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Two people charged for causing danger to road users on A590
Two men from the Barrow area have been charged following recent reports of large rocks being placed on the A590.
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Woman arrested after man falls from bridge onto railway in South Lakes
A man suffered serious injuries after falling from a bridge onto the railway in a village in the South Lakes.
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King's Guide to the Sands to lead cross Morecambe Bay walk in aid of CancerCare
The King's Guide to the Sands will lead this year's Cross Bay walk in aid of CancerCare.
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Arts and culture 'Festival of Colours' returns to Barrow
A colourful spectacle of Spring traditions from across the world will be celebrated in Barrow this March.
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Duo jailed for drug supply in South Cumbria
Two men have been sentenced to more than 18 years in jail for drug dealing in South Cumbria.
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Windermere drug dealer among crime group jailed for more than 100 years
A dealer from Windermere who was part of a £53m drug dealing empire is among nine people jailed for more than 100 years.
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Ten firearms recovered from Kendal following National Crime Agency investigation
Ten firearms have been recovered from an address in Kendal and a man charged in a National Crime Agency investigation into the conversion of blank firing weapons.
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Winners announced at 19th Love Barrow Awards
The winners have been announced at the 19th Love Barrow Awards.
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Poolpod officially opens at Kendal Leisure Centre
A state-of-the-art pool lift inspired by Paralympic swimmers has been officially opened at Kendal Leisure Centre by HM Lord-Lieutenant of Cumbria, Mr Alexander Scott.
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Donald Campbell’s Bluebird K7 will run again on Coniston Water
Donald Campbell’s boat, Bluebird K7, will run again, following its homecoming to the Ruskin Museum in Coniston.
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Grange Prom and Lido rejuvenation project is taking shape
Grange's £6.8million Lido and Prom restoration project is on track to be completed this summer.
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More than 60 new apprentices wanted by Cumbrian councils
Cumberland Council and Westmorland and Furness Council have begun searching for more than 60 apprentices, offering a fantastic opportunity to start a new career in local government.
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Westmorland General Hospital in Kendal receives award for commitment to ensuring patient safety in trauma and orthopaedic surgery
Westmorland General Hospital in Kendal has been honoured as a National Joint Registry (NJR) ‘Quality Data Provider’ after successfully completing a national programme of orthopaedic data audits.
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Joy as iconic Bluebird K7 set to return to Coniston
Donald Campbell’s daughter will welcome the world-famous Bluebird K7 back to South Cumbria this weekend.
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TV presenter Helen Skelton films television show at Bowness lakeside bar and grill
TV presenter and Strictly Come Dancing star Helen Skelton has paid a visit to a lakeside bar and grill in Bowness-on-Windermere.
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97% offered first-choice secondary school in South Cumbria
Nearly 97% of pupils have been offered their first-choice secondary school in the Westmorland and Furness Council area starting school in September.
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£250,000 pledged to support cultural organisations
A total of £250,000 has been pledged to cultural organisations in Westmorland and Furness through the council's new Culture Recovery Support Fund.
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Closure to continue Kirkstone Pass safety works
Drivers are being reminded that the next scheduled closure of an iconic Lakeland pass will start next week, as work continues to complete a multi-million pound road safety scheme.
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Free egg-citing activities for children over the Easter Holidays
The Westmorland and Furness Holiday Activities and Food programme is now open for booking and gives eligible children a wide range of free activities to choose over the Easter holidays.
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Kendal man charged with theft offences
A man from Kendal has been charged with multiple offences in the town.
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Man charged with drug supply offence after stop in Barrow
A man has been charged with drug supply after officers proactively stopped a vehicle on School Street in Barrow last night.
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Ambulance Service find new home in Grange-over-Sands
The North West Ambulance Service will retain a presence in Grange-over-Sands thanks to a partnership with Cumbria Fire and Rescue.
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Barrow’s ‘Hairy Bikers’ star, Dave Myers, has died aged 66
Barrow’s ‘Hairy Bikers’ star, Dave Myers, has died aged 66, two years after a cancer diagnosis.
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New Visitor Information Centre opens in Hawkshead
A new Lake District National Park Authority Visitor Information Centre has opened today in Hawkshead following an investment of over £200,000.
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Lake District car parking charges set to increase
Charges at car parks across the Lake District are set to rise.
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Two men charged with kidnap and assault after Windermere investigation
Detectives have charged two men with a string of offences after a Cumbria Police investigation in the Windermere area.
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Lakes Hospitality Trade Show returns for 47th event
A major celebration of the hospitality industry is coming to the South Lakes for the 47th time.
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Council tax in South Cumbria to rise by almost 5%
Westmorland and Furness Council are set to increase their share of Council Tax by almost 5%.
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UPDATE: Suspension of birth services at Helme Chase Maternity Unit no longer going ahead
A temporary suspension of birth services at Helme Chase Maternity Unit at Westmorland General Hospital will now happen.
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Barrow ‘county lines’ drug duo jailed
Detectives tackling the issue of county lines drugs crime in Barrow have secured jail sentences for another two offenders.
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Football fans encouraged to enjoy Barrow vs Bradford match responsibly
Police are teaming up with Barrow AFC to urge fans to enjoy this weekend’s match with Bradford City responsibly.
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Man charged with multiple shoplifting offences in South Lakes
A man from Scunthorpe has been charged with 13 shoplifting offences committed in the South Lakes area and Keswick.
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Taskforce created to tackle vaping amongst children and young people in Furness
A new Vaping Taskforce Group has been set up by Westmorland and Furness Council in response to the growing concerns around the increased use of ‘vapes’ amongst young people.
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Stolen property recovered after man arrested in Kendal
A quantity of stolen property has been recovered from an address in Kendal following the arrest of a man.
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Hospital Trust welcomes new non-executive directors
The Trust that operates hospitals in Lancaster, Morecambe, Kendal and Barrow has announced changes to their Board of Directors.
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Major milestone reached in Barrow Marina Village journey
A key piece of land in the heart of Barrow is now ready for development so it can provide high-quality homes in the future.
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£6 million SEND school expansion in Kendal taking shape
Construction work on a major £6m project to expand Sandgate School for children with Special Educational Needs in Kendal is making significant progress, with the recent completion of the steel framework for the building.
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Company which owns South Cumbria windfarms to rebrand after takeover
The company which owns two onshore wind farms in South Cumbria and Heysham is rebranding after a company takeover.
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Muncaster aims to become first carbon-zero castle with help from Cumbria LEP
An ‘Innovating for Success’ grant of £19,500 from Cumbria Local Enterprise Partnership is helping the owners of Muncaster Castle achieve their ambition to become the UK’s first carbon-zero castle.
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Donation provides cutting edge training equipment at Furness General Hospital's Intensive Care Unit
Staff on Furness General Hospital's Intensive Care Unit were delighted to receive a significant upgrade in training capabilities, thanks to a generous donation from the community.
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South Lakes MP celebrates campaign victory after plans to charge overnight stays at Preston hospital axed
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has warmly welcomed the news that health bosses have scrapped controversial plans to start charging patients who stay overnight at Royal Preston Hospital.
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Westmorland and Furness Council share of Council Tax set to rise by 4.99%
Westmorland and Furness Council’s share of Council Tax is set to rise by 4.99%.
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Dangerous structure in Kendal safely demolished
Residents and others affected have been thanked for their patience and understanding during an emergency road closure in Kendal to ensure the safe demolition of an unsafe building.
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South Cumbria Farm camping pods application set for rejection
An application by a farm in South Cumbria to install camping pods on site are set to be turned down by planners.
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Ulverston distillery kicks off 2024 with two new awards for vodka and gin
An Ulverston distillery has started the year with two new awards at the World Drinks Awards 2024.
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Communities celebrate as heritage projects awarded £50,000
Communities taking part in 20 heritage projects across Furness are celebrating after receiving a share of £50,000 to support their efforts.
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Kendal man charged following swift action through Shop Watch scheme
A man has been charged following an incident at a premises on Stricklandgate, Kendal earlier this week.
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Men arrested and charged with wildlife crime in Kendal
Two men have been convicted of wildlife crime after being arrested during a vehicle stop in Kendal.
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South Lakes MP blasts Trust for introducing charges for overnight stays at Preston hospital
The South Lakes MP has demanded health bosses rethink their decision to start charging cancer patients who stay overnight at Royal Preston Hospital because they cannot commute for their treatment.
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Operation Merlin: Officers make arrests during latest week of action
Wanted men and women were arrested and drugs warrants executed by officers across the county as part of the latest Operation Merlin week of action.
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Nine members of Kendal-Merseyside crime gang jailed
Nine members of an Organised Crime Group who trafficked over a kilogram of Class A drugs between Merseyside and Kendal and the South Lakes - and caused devastation to local communities with their extra-strong heroin - have been jailed.
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Dive into half-term fun with 10p swims for children in South Cumbria
Westmorland and Furness Council’s leisure centres will offer 10p swims for children over half term.
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Ulverston recycling trial investigates benefits of co-mingled collection
A trial change to recycling collection on one round in Ulverston is being carried out to inform future decisions about the service.
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Neighbourhood Policing Week sees proactive action across South Cumbria
Last week officers from Cumbria’s Neighbourhood Policing Teams were highlighting the work they do to address issues within our communities and keep people safe.