Evolving plans for an exciting new community space focused on bringing people and the outdoors together have been shared with the community. Drop-in sessions held at North Scale Community Centre and The Forum saw the latest proposals for Earnse Bay, on Walney Island, shown to members of the public. Feedback will now be used to… Continue reading Evolving plans for exciting Earnse Bay centre shared with community
This week’s executive approval for Cumberland’s Family Help and Prevention strategy marks a significant commitment to improving the lives of children and families across Cumberland. It sets out how investment will change, prioritising providing support to children, young people, and families at the earliest opportunity and improving access to services by bringing them closer to… Continue reading Cumberland Council agrees ambitious Family Help and Prevention strategy
Police are appealing for witnesses following a two-vehicle collision on the A684 junction with the M6 at 2:40pm today (July 28). The collision involved a grey Audi A3 and a Kawasaki motorcycle. Sadly, the pillion rider on the motorcycle died at scene. The rider of the motorcycle was airlifted to hospital where he… Continue reading Appeal for witnesses following collision on the M6 A684 junction
Police are appealing for information following a burglary at the Salvation Army, Walney Road, Barrow. The burglary is believed to have taken place between the 6 July when the store was locked up for the weekend at 5:30pm and 8th of July at 8am when staff have returned to the store. It is believed that… Continue reading Local Appeal – Burglary at the Salvation Army, Walney Road, Barrow
A man has been charged with multiple offences following a report of robbery on Market Street in Ulverston yesterday afternoon (July 26). Nathan Cooper, 26, of no fixed address has been charged with Robbery Attempt robbery Two counts of criminal damage Assault on an emergency worker Breach of a restraining order Possession of a corrosive… Continue reading Man charged with multiple offences following incident in Ulverston
Cumbria’s Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner, David Allen, has pledged to tackle shoplifting and assault on shop staff in the county following national reports that shoplifting is at an all-time high. The most recent crime statistics released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) highlight that shoplifting figures are at the highest level since… Continue reading Commissioner pledges to tackle shoplifting in Cumbria
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. The traders will start moving into the specially-created temporary market next month, retaining their reputation for excellent choice, value for money and great customer… Continue reading Traders preparing for move into fantastic temporary market
Following a recent water leak, investigations in the backstage area of The Forum have confirmed the presence of asbestos. It is important to stress at the outset that no traces have been found in air quality tests and there is no evidence to suggest that anyone has been exposed to risk. However, given this news,… Continue reading Statement from The Forum Theatre in Barrow
Residents in Barrow are advised to be wary of people offering gardening services following reports of scammers in the Holbeck area. People are encouraged to remain vigilant. If someone offers a service unexpectedly it may be a cause for concern. It is always best to use reputable companies when having work done. Residents are advised… Continue reading Barrow residents reminded to be vigilant around scammers
Westmorland and Furness Council has teamed up with a leisure centre and community youth organisations to offer free football sessions for young people this summer. The council is working alongside Barrow Park Leisure Centre and Furness Youth Work Partnership to deliver the Turn Up and Play Football project at Barrow Astro Turf Pitches (ATP), in… Continue reading Free turn up and play football offer for young people this summer
