As nature’s crisis deepens, with one in six species across the UK at risk of extinction, an ambitious mission to reintroduce 10 threatened animals and plants in south Cumbria celebrates unprecedented successes. University of Cumbria’s three-year, £2-million BOOM (Back On Our Map) project draws to a close this week and its advances hailed as a… Continue reading Remarkable nature boost for south Cumbria
Police are investigating a collision which occurred on Bridgegate Avenue, Barrow, on the 29 July 2023 at approximately 2pm. The collision involved a Stagecoach bus and a cyclist. The cyclist suffered a broken shoulder as a result of the collision. Following new lines of enquiry, officers are appealing for any witnesses who were in the… Continue reading Investigation into collision on Bridgegate Avenue, Barrow
The Met Office has issued weather warnings for Snow and Ice from midnight tonight until Wednesday at noon, so make sure you’re well-prepared for some wintry conditions. Monday 15 January: After a frosty start, Monday will be largely dry with plenty of winter sunshine. However, brace yourselves for the cold, especially if you’re along the… Continue reading MetOffice Weather Warnings for Snow and Ice issued
Veterans and young people are benefitting from a new initiative that is keeping one of Europe’s largest outdoor activity centres in tip top condition. The Veterans Community Working Party (VCWP) has been awarded £19,440 from the National Lottery Community Fund to support and develop additional employability, self-care and creative skills in Veterans. The VCWP does… Continue reading Veterans and young people are benefitting from a new initiative that is keeping one of Europe’s largest outdoor activity centres in tip top condition.
Residents and visitors are warned of scam parking websites and apps after an incident is reported at a local Westmorland and Furness car park. Scammers have attached fake stickers over council signage to impersonate popular parking payment apps to trick drivers into giving away their payment details. Parking Enforcement Officers will be checking signage on… Continue reading Council warns of scam parking websites targeting the area
A northerly airflow will bring cold arctic air to the UK from Sunday onwards with showers for some. Yellow National Severe Weather Warnings for potentially disruptive snow and ice have been issued covering parts of northern Scotland for Sunday and Monday and Northern Ireland for Monday. Whilst accumulation amounts will vary, parts of northern Scotland could see… Continue reading Very cold next week
Police are investigating a theft of numerous items from a van on Clifford Street, Barrow-in-Furness. Part of this theft included stealing a debit card, which has then been used to defraud the victim. The theft occurred on Tuesday 19 December 2023 between 1am and 5:48am. The suspect is described as is a white male in… Continue reading Local Appeal – theft of numerous items from a van on Clifford Street, Barrow
CUMBRIA Fire and Rescue Service is urging residents to stay safe while heating their homes during the cold weather. The UK Health Security Agency and the Met Office issued a Cold Health Alert for the North West this week, and the fire service is promoting its important advice on the safe use of open fires,… Continue reading Fire service promotes winter home safety
Over 300 people have so far had their say on Westmorland and Furness Council’s proposals for changes to council tax from April. The budget consultation will remain open until 19 January 2024 for residents and businesses to share their views. Details of the consultation and how to respond can be found on the council’s website at: www.westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk/budget. Paper… Continue reading Deadline reminder as hundreds share views on council tax proposals
The Veterans Community Working Party (VCWP) has been awarded £19,440 from the National Lottery Community Fund to support and develop additional employability, self-care and creative skills in Veterans. It does this by running outdoor based activities for Veterans that include weekend work parties at the YMCA Lakeside. The work parties help the charity look after… Continue reading Windermere, Friday 12 Jan Veterans and young people benefitting from a new initiative that is keeping one of Europe’s largest outdoor activity centres in tip top condition.
