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Cumbria Constabulary Local Appeals – Public order incident in the area of Crellin Street

Police are currently investigating an incident of public order that occurred in the area of Crellin Street, at around 9pm on Monday the 7th of June. It was reported that a large group of men were seen fighting in the street, leading to several people being assaulted. The incident is believed to have lots… Continue reading Cumbria Constabulary Local Appeals – Public order incident in the area of Crellin Street

Furness College Students take part in ground breaking project

Students from Furness College are taking part in a groundbreaking initiative connected to the Eden Project North. They will undertake work experience learning countryside skills and carrying out conservation work at Rusland Horizons. The students, who are from both the Rating Lane and Channelside campuses, have been selected to take part in the four-day scheme,… Continue reading Furness College Students take part in ground breaking project

Police name man who died following Newby Bridge collision

A 68-year-old man has died, following a single vehicle collision, at 3:11pm on Saturday the 12th of June, at Newby Bridge on the A590. The incident involved a Jeep Grand Cherokee. Police can confirm that, despite medical intervention, the driver, Peter Jones, 68, from Bolton, Greater Manchester, was pronounced dead at the scene. The passenger,… Continue reading Police name man who died following Newby Bridge collision

Northern customers asked to prepare for Euro 2020 rail travel

Rail users in the north are being warned to expect busier than usual trains during Euro 2020 which kicks off today (Friday). Train operator Northern is calling on its customers to carefully consider their journeys throughout the duration of the football tournament. Matches are being held across the continent, and fan parks have been… Continue reading Northern customers asked to prepare for Euro 2020 rail travel

Data and tech hub keeping constabularies at cutting edge of policing

Cumbria Constabulary continues to stay at the forefront of digital innovation for frontline policing, meaning more officers can be out in communities for longer, through a partnership with Durham Constabulary and a link-up with Microsoft and Tisski. Investment provided through the county’s Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner is continually allowing officers to do… Continue reading Data and tech hub keeping constabularies at cutting edge of policing

Men’s Health Week – Cumbria sexual violence support

At least 1 in 6 men living in the UK have been sexually abused or assaulted, and yet it takes 26 years on average for a man to speak out about it. This week is Men’s Health Week and the theme is mental health, Covid-19 and what’s next. For this, we are looking at how… Continue reading Men’s Health Week – Cumbria sexual violence support

Cumbria Police: Local Appeals – 12/6/21

Police are investigating an incident on Monday, 31 May 2021 at around 6pm which involved a man being assaulted by a group of five male youths. The incident occurred on school street in the area behind Home Bargains, Barrow-in-Furness. The victim, in his 40s, has sustained an injury to his head following being hit on… Continue reading Cumbria Police: Local Appeals – 12/6/21

Love Barrow Families – Smeaton Street Garden Project

Love Barrow Families – Smeaton Street Garden Project We were so happy to help the Love Barrow Families community make this video. Most of it was filmed and edited by the residents. It really tells their story. Really great community project!

Barrow’s incredible Market celebrates 50 years with exciting new plans

CELEBRATIONS are in the air for Barrow’s incredible market as it celebrates its golden anniversary. Exactly 50 years ago to the day the building, on Duke Street, was officially opened by Her Majesty The Queen on a visit to Barrow in 1971. Since then it has provided a home to hundreds of new and independent… Continue reading Barrow’s incredible Market celebrates 50 years with exciting new plans

MP urges local organisations to apply for new fund

A new fund supporting the events industry recovery will provide financial support to not-for-profit organisations hosting domestic business events from 21 June to 17 December 2021. The new Domestic Support Fund is designed to offer financial support to kick start the return of business events and to showcase that the UK is ready to meet… Continue reading MP urges local organisations to apply for new fund

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