Police are thanking football supporters who enjoyed the Cumbrian derby today (April 22) as Barrow AFC welcomed Carlisle United to Holker Street in Barrow. Superintendent Matt Pearman said “I would like to thank supporters from both clubs who were well behaved and attend the match responsibility. “A policing operation has been running throughout today in… Continue reading Football supporters thanked following Cumbrian derby
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Catch up… Wake Up with Dan and guest Louisa – Director of outreach for BEFREE Campaign 28 Apr 23
Are you ready for a heartwarming conversation about mental health and supporting young people? This Friday on Wake up With Dan, our very own Dan will be joined by Louisa, the Director of Outreach for BEFREE Campaign. They’ll be discussing the crucial importance of mental health and how BEFREE is making a real difference in… Continue reading Catch up… Wake Up with Dan and guest Louisa – Director of outreach for BEFREE Campaign 28 Apr 23
100% success rate for Kendal retailers in covert Trading Standards operation
Trading Standards are concerned about the alarming increase in harmful non-compliant products on sale in shops Westmorland & Furness Council’s Trading Standards service and Cumbria Police have praised retailers following a covert operation to test the sale of E-cigarettes products to under 18’s. Acting on intelligence from concerned parents, schools and members of the public,… Continue reading 100% success rate for Kendal retailers in covert Trading Standards operation
The future’s bright, but it ISN’T orange: 5 MILLION fewer iconic ‘magstripe’ train tickets needed this year as Northern customers continue the switch to digital alternatives
Northern will use five million fewer iconic, orange ‘magstripe’ train tickets this year thanks to Northern customers’ continued switch to digital alternatives. The number of people travelling on smartcards and barcode tickets has now reached 54.8 million – up five million in the past 12 months – which represents 72.6% of all Northern customers. Magstripe… Continue reading The future’s bright, but it ISN’T orange: 5 MILLION fewer iconic ‘magstripe’ train tickets needed this year as Northern customers continue the switch to digital alternatives
CANDOFM community radio attended a prestigious reception for Local Media Champions
https://shows.candofm.co.uk/2022news-images/2023/apr23/simon-fell-candofm.mp4 CANDOFM community radio attended a prestigious reception for Local Media Champions, hosted by the Rt Hon Lucy Frazer KC MP, Secretary of State for Culture, Media, and Sport at No. 10 Downing Street on Wednesday 19th April. This is a monumental achievement for the entire CANDOFM team, a testament to the unwavering hard work and… Continue reading CANDOFM community radio attended a prestigious reception for Local Media Champions
Ferry fares frozen for pedestrians and cyclists
Fares for pedestrians and cyclists using Windermere Ferry have been frozen in a review of ticket prices. The fares for some vehicles – including cars and motorcycles – will be increasing, for the first time in four years, from 29 April. The fares review has taken into account significant increases in costs associated with operating… Continue reading Ferry fares frozen for pedestrians and cyclists
Football fans encouraged to enjoy Barrow AFC vs Carlisle United responsibly
Barrow AFC and Carlisle United are supporting police in urging fans to enjoy the Cumbrian derby in Barrow responsibly. Barrow AFC welcome Carlisle United to Holker Street in this Saturday’s match between the two Cumbrian clubs. Both are supporting the police’s message for fans to enjoy the match responsibly and not to let the emotions… Continue reading Football fans encouraged to enjoy Barrow AFC vs Carlisle United responsibly
Simon Fell MP backs launch of report urging new support for charities
● Lake District MP Simon Fell and Omaze bring together charities and MPs in Parliament to mark the launch of a new think tank report ● Report explores the challenges facing the charity sector Local Conservative MP for Barrow and Furness, Simon Fell, this week hosted an evening in Parliament to mark the launch of… Continue reading Simon Fell MP backs launch of report urging new support for charities
Order your repeat prescriptions before the bank holidays
People living across Lancashire and South Cumbria have been urged to get repeat prescription orders in early to avoid being without vital medication during the coming month which will see three bank holidays as well as nurses on strike. This year, in addition to the Early May Bank Holiday (1 May) and Spring Bank Holiday… Continue reading Order your repeat prescriptions before the bank holidays
With hay fever season upon us, it’s important to know how to manage your symptoms and where to seek advice
As the weather warms up this spring, many of us are looking forward to spending more time outdoors. However, for those with hay fever, spring and summer can be a difficult time of year. NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board – which organises health services for the region – is urging anyone who… Continue reading With hay fever season upon us, it’s important to know how to manage your symptoms and where to seek advice