At 16:08 hours on 15th November 2022, Two Fire Engines Attended an incident on the A595 at Whitbeck, Millom. The road traffic collision involved one vehicle. Firefighters used cutting gear to extricate one casualty from the vehicle. Crews were detained for forty minutes.
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Cumbria County Council announces significant progress in Digital Infrastructure Strategy
At a meeting of Cumbria County Council’s Cabinet today (Thursday 15 December), Members heard how significant progress in its Digital Infrastructure Strategy has been achieved over the last 12 months, with almost 95% of properties in the county now able to access broadband services of at least 30Mbps. Over 31% of properties have access to… Continue reading Cumbria County Council announces significant progress in Digital Infrastructure Strategy
Curling, Toy Testing and Craft Workshops to entertain all the family
This Saturday there are so many great reasons to visit Barrow with free festive fun throughout the town centre to entertain all the family. At the bottom of Dalton Road, next to the Furness Railway, you can try your hand at curling on our 10m curling rink. This is completely free, with no previous experience… Continue reading Curling, Toy Testing and Craft Workshops to entertain all the family
School pupils set to benefit from £2m emergency school food fund
Cumbrian children are set to benefit from £2m of additional funding for school food agreed by Cumbria County Council’s Cabinet today. The money will be shared between the county’s schools to ensure that all children continue to be able to access healthy, nutritious food at a time when many families and schools are struggling to… Continue reading School pupils set to benefit from £2m emergency school food fund
Catch up… The Pete Special with “The Aerobees”
On Friday morning, Pete Sexton chats to Scott Garnet and Tom Newsham who are a brand new band in the area, The Aerobees. Tune into the Pete Special every Monday and Friday 9am-12pm
Improvements planned for Barrows Jubilee Bridge
Cumbria County Council are updating residents that improvement works will be taking place on the iconic, Jubilee Bridge in Barrow in January. Work on Cumbria’s longest road bridge is scheduled to re-start early in January and will include the completion of painting to the steelwork. Jubilee Bridge’s refurbishment has been programmed over several years. To… Continue reading Improvements planned for Barrows Jubilee Bridge
Top tips for Winter!
Cumbria County Council are advising residents to be prepared for whatever winter has in store as the weather is expected to get colder in the coming weeks. A ‘Winter Ready’ campaign was launched last month with a whole host of information available online offering a one-stop shop for tips, advice, and information on a variety of… Continue reading Top tips for Winter!
Kendal Library redesign works set to commence in January
Work to redesign Kendal Library will start in the New Year. The changes will transform the space and deliver significant improvements for library users, adult learners, and the Kendal community to enjoy. The redesigned library will improve browsing experience through clearer signage, improved layout and dedicated seating areas. The transformed building will provide the perfect… Continue reading Kendal Library redesign works set to commence in January
Have you ordered your repeat prescription ahead of Christmas?
With Christmas just around the corner, health professionals in Lancashire and South Cumbria are urging people to stock up their medicine cabinets and order repeat prescriptions in good time. Most GP practices and pharmacies will be closed or have limited opening hours over the Christmas and New Year bank holidays, so making sure you have… Continue reading Have you ordered your repeat prescription ahead of Christmas?
Young farmers received crime prevention certificates
On Monday (Dec 12), 20 young farming students received certificates as part of an initiative launched in June of this year. The initiative offers local Young Farmers the opportunity to play a key role in helping to keep farming and rural communities safe though a unique training package. The package gives Young Farmers practical suggestions… Continue reading Young farmers received crime prevention certificates