Police are investigating a burglary from the Hale, Milnthorpe area, which occurred between Sunday 29 and 31 January. Items stolen were a motor cross bike, a maroon red vitus mythique mountain bike and a red motorcross stand. Officers would also like to speak to anyone can provide CCTV or any further details. Anyone with information… Continue reading Cumbria Police investigating theft in Hale, Milnthorpe
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Cumbria Police investigating theft from a pub in Ambleside
Police are investigating theft of a tip Jar from the Ambleside Inn on Market Place in Ambleside, which occurred on Thursday 26 January Around 1pm. The suspect is described as white male, around 6-foot tall, black jacket, black Joggers and black and white Trainers. Officers would also like to speak to anyone who witnessed this… Continue reading Cumbria Police investigating theft from a pub in Ambleside
Cumbria Police Investigating Burglary in Barrow-in-Furness
Police are investigating a burglary on Bank Lane, Barrow. During the burglary damage was caused to brickwork at a commercial site. It happened overnight on January 26 into January 27. Officers are appealing for anyone with relevant CCTV or any witnesses to any damage being caused that night to come forward. Anyone with information can… Continue reading Cumbria Police Investigating Burglary in Barrow-in-Furness
Man charged with drug supply
A man from Kendal has been charged with drug supply offences. James Humber, 49, of Cross lane, Kendal has been charged with possession with intent to supply heroin and being in possession of criminal property. He is to appear at Barrow’s magistrates’ court today (Feb 2)
Public urged to use health services appropriately ahead of upcoming NHS industrial action
People living across Lancashire and South Cumbria have been urged to use health services appropriately ahead of NHS industrial action happening by both nursing staff and ambulance services next week. For the first time this year, Royal College of Nursing (RCN) members at a number of NHS organisations across Lancashire and South Cumbria plan to… Continue reading Public urged to use health services appropriately ahead of upcoming NHS industrial action
Cumbria success sparks expansion for charity
A Cumbria charity is expanding after winning new contracts to deliver skills and employability programmes. Inspira, which is known for achieving positive outcomes when working with young people and adults, is also recognised for the way it develops its own team. Two of the Inspira team have taken on expanded roles thanks to the contract… Continue reading Cumbria success sparks expansion for charity
Two Barrow men arrested as detectives investigate burglaries
Two men aged 31 and 46 from the Barrow were arrested this week on suspicion of burglaries committed in Ecclerigg, Windermere. The first offence was reported on 6 December 2022 and the second offence was at the same address and reported on 17 January 2023. Westmorland and Furness CID arrested the two men on 30… Continue reading Two Barrow men arrested as detectives investigate burglaries
People deceived by holiday fraud lose £1,400 on average
Cumbria’s Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC), Peter McCall, is urging the public to protect themselves from online holiday scams as new research revealed an increase in fraud. Recent findings from Get Safe Online and Airbnb shows how the cost-of-living crisis is creating conditions for fraudsters to thrive. Their research suggests that 71% of people living… Continue reading People deceived by holiday fraud lose £1,400 on average
Flood defences update for Kendal
Cumbria County Council is updating residents in Kendal about recent works within the Flood Defence Infrastructure project. A total of £395,000 has been invested into Carus Green; £270,000 from the developer, Genesis Homes, £60,000 from the Department for Transport Challenge Fund, and £65 Grant in Aid through the Environment Agency. The project allowed both the highway… Continue reading Flood defences update for Kendal
Free online events for National Apprenticeship Week 2023
In celebration of this year’s National Apprenticeship Week Cumbria County Council are hosting a range of free events across the county to spread the news about their up-and-coming apprenticeship opportunities. Events will take place during National Apprenticeship Week between 6 and 12 February, see dates and venues below. The full timetable is also available at cumbria.gov.uk/apprentice.… Continue reading Free online events for National Apprenticeship Week 2023