Pupils from Chetwynde School were inspired by award-winning author Ele Fountain who visited to host a series of sessions. Students in Year 7, 8 and 9 enjoyed the visit from Ele, whose debut novel Boy 87 is studied in school. The former publishing editor, who has launched the careers of many other writers, spoke about… Continue reading Award-Winning Author inspires pupils
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust (UHMBT) is breaking new ground by launching its first ever Working Carers Policy to support colleagues who have unpaid caring responsibilities away from work. The policy has been warmly welcomed by the UHMBT Carers Staff Network as a way of ensuring that colleagues are supported to keep… Continue reading UHMBT launches pioneering Working Carers Policy to support staff and protect their rights
PATIENTS in Lancashire and South Cumbria will be able to get treatment for seven common conditions at their high street pharmacy from today without needing to see a GP, as part of a major transformation in the way the NHS delivers care. Over 350 pharmacies – 95 per cent of all pharmacies in the region… Continue reading Almost every NHS Pharmacy in Lancashire and South Cumbria begins treating people for common conditions
A trial change to recycling collection on one round in Ulverston is being carried out to inform future decisions about the service. Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving and harmonising its waste and recycling service, with different services in place in the three localities of Barrow, Eden and South Lakeland a legacy from… Continue reading Recycling trial investigates benefits of co-mingled collection
Cumbria Tourism has teamed up with Cumbria Community Foundation to launch a new charitable fund to support people embarking on a career in the county’s tourism industry. Its new 50th Anniversary Fund, launched today to coincide with Cumbria Tourism’s landmark anniversary year, will help people aged 16+ access career opportunities in the tourism and hospitality… Continue reading New charitable fund to help kickstart people’s careers in tourism
An education trust is continuing to grow in popularity with more schools announcing plans to join this year. South Walney Infant and Nursery School has resolved to academise with South Cumbria Multi-Academy Trust. Governors at the school unanimously voted to apply to join SCMAT, which currently has six member schools across Barrow. South Walney Infant… Continue reading Public consulations for Infant Schools
Ban on disposable vapes which have driven alarming rise in youth vaping New powers to restrict vape flavours, introduce plain packaging and change how vapes are displayed in shops so they don’t appeal to children New law will make it illegal to sell tobacco products to anyone born on or after 1 January 2009, delivering… Continue reading Disposable vapes banned to protect children’s health
Home and Finance Ltd, a renowned local company, has proudly announced it has raised more than £3,000 for St Mary’s Hospice through their annual customer golf days. The tradition of supporting local charities has been a commitment for Home and Finance Ltd for more than 30 years. The annual customer golf days are known for… Continue reading Annual golf day raises more than £3k of vital funds for St Mary’s Hospice
Police are releasing images as part of an investigation into the attempted theft of a moped in the Bradford Street area of Barrow at around 1:05am on 29 January 2024. Officers are looking to identify the two males pictured as part of their investigation. One is described as wearing a red hooded jacket and over… Continue reading Local Appeal – theft of a moped in the Bradford Street area of Barrow
Police are investigating a theft that occurred at Portland Walk, Barrow-In-Furness at approximately 2:22pm on Sunday 28th January 2024. During the incident a dark-coloured North Face jacket valued at around £155 was taken. Police are looking for anyone who witnessed the incident and can identify the suspects. The two suspects are described as white… Continue reading Local Appeal – Theft that occurred at Portland Walk, Barrow
