A man has been arrested as part of an investigation into a fire at multiple properties at the intersection of Salthouse Road and Marsh Street in Barrow-in-Furness. A 30-year-old man from Barrow has been arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life. He has been released on bail pending further enquiries. Emergency services… Continue reading Arrest made in Barrow fire investigation
A man from Durham has been jailed for four years for robbery, aggravated vehicle taking and assault of an emergency worker. Gavin Aldworth, 38, of Bishop Auckland was yesterday (June 29) been sentenced at Preston Crown Court. On Thursday 6 April this year, Aldworth approached the victim who was heading to his parked car on… Continue reading Durham man jailed for Barrow robbery
Westmorland and Furness Council is calling for more people to come forward and consider becoming Shared Lives carers. Shared Lives carers support adults with a variety of needs to live in their communities whilst enjoying flexible, regular personalised support. The council is making the call during Shared Lives week 2023, in a bid to provide… Continue reading Council makes plea for more Shared Lives carers
A FREE, clinically proven intervention to help people in Barrow-in-Furness quit smoking is being piloted by the newly formed Westmorland and Furness Council. The council is trialling the innovative, drug-free Allen Carr’s Easyway method as part of their ambition to make their entire council area “smoke-free” by 2030. To achieve smoke-free status, the council needs to… Continue reading Pilot scheme to help people quit smoking the “Easyway”
A homecare provider is launching an innovative scheme to raise money for a children’s charity. On Wednesday, June 28, Westmorland Homecare will publish a post on its Facebook site highlighting the work of Action for Children – and will donate 50p to the charity for every share the post receives between then and July 5.… Continue reading Homecare provider launches initiative to raise cash for children’s charity
Westmorland and Furness Council is excited to announce the launch of its Summer Holiday Activity and Food Programme. The program aims to provide a fun and engaging experiences for free for eligible children and young people during the summer break while ensuring they have access to nutritious meals. With the school holidays fast approaching, the… Continue reading Westmorland and Furness launch Summer Holiday Activity and Food Programme
A Meals on Wheels service which is helping Barrow’s elderly and most isolated people to continue living independently is reaching out for more volunteers to come on board to help keep the service running five days a week. The catering team at Furness General Hospital currently runs the service Monday to Friday with the help… Continue reading Volunteers needed to support Meals on Wheels Service in Barrow
Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service is currently responding to a large barn fire at Little Urswick, near Ulverston. Nearby residents are being asked to keep their doors and windows shut while this fire is dealt with. People are also asked to avoid this area if possible until this is resolved.
ROAD MOVEMENT PLANNED Barrow-in-Furness, UK – BAE Systems is due to move a heavy load by road on Tuesday, 27 June. The load will move from the Resolution building to the Central Yard. Cumbria Constabulary will close Michaelson Road and part of Bridge Road outside BAE Systems Main Reception in Barrow, Cumbria, from… Continue reading ROAD MOVEMENT PLANNED
Officers investigating an alleged assault in Barrow on 12 June 2023 have charged a man. Tony Miller, 37, of Barrow, has been charged with assault occasioning actual bodily harm and theft. Miller appeared before South Cumbria (Barrow) Magistrates Court today (26 June) and has been remanded in custody.
