A Syrian asylum seeker described attending a development programme run by Cumbrian-based charity as the “best thing in my life.” Zohair, 16, came to the UK as an unaccompanied asylum seeker from Syria in October 2021. He settled into foster care in Carlisle where his carer suggested getting involved in local activities and events for… Continue reading Asylum seeker flourishes with charity support
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CancerCare’s annual Santa Dash set to bring festive family fun to Millom and Kendal this Christmas
Families are being invited to don their festive finery and make some memories by joining CancerCare’s Santa Dash fun run in Millom and Kendal this Christmas. Last year, the charity held its first ever Santa Dash in the town and more than 120 people took part in the jovial one-mile jog around the Millom Community… Continue reading CancerCare’s annual Santa Dash set to bring festive family fun to Millom and Kendal this Christmas
New Bill to keep Britain moving during transport strikes
Law will ensure that transport services keep running during strike action. The Bill will keep Britain moving, allow businesses continuity of some services and allow passengers to still go to work, school and medical appointments. Delivers on Prime Minister’s commitment to introduce the legislation within first 30 days of Parliament sitting. The Government has today… Continue reading New Bill to keep Britain moving during transport strikes
Are you concerned about your safety online?
Do you worry about falling victim to a scam? Not sure how to tell if a website is legitimate when buying Christmas presents? Want to make sure that your children are safe when browsing the web? Cumbria’s Police and Crime Commissioner, Peter McCall, is hosting a cyber-safety Facebook ‘live’ with Get Safe Online CEO, Tony… Continue reading Are you concerned about your safety online?
Think SPEED and become a better, safer driver
Speed enforcement operations are taking place across the country in October – including here in Cumbria – as part of a national drive to highlight the risk of driving above the speed limit. Cumbria Constabulary is supporting the National Police Chiefs’ Council enforcement operation. Chief Inspector Gill Cherry of Cumbria Police said: “The best drivers… Continue reading Think SPEED and become a better, safer driver
Exhibition set to open for groundbreaking Barrovian artist and adventurer
A convention-breaking Victorian woman from Barrow, whose art and adventures came to light during lockdown, is to have her story exhibited in her home town after a Facebook group helped to uncover her inspiring life. Mary Pratt, known as Minnie, was a Barrovian woman who travelled the world and painted works of art based on… Continue reading Exhibition set to open for groundbreaking Barrovian artist and adventurer
MegaMAT Games launches year with record numbers
A primary school sports competition backed by the South Cumbria Multi-Academy Trust has launched for this academic year with record numbers. Around 400 pupils from 21 schools across Furness took part in the Primary MegaMAT Games cross country event at Chetwynde School this week. The Primary MegaMAT games is a full calendar of multi-sports competitions… Continue reading MegaMAT Games launches year with record numbers
Neighbourhood policing awards 2022
Neighbourhood policing officers have been recognised for their hard work within our communities at the neighbourhood policing awards. The awards were held during Cumbria Constabulary’s Neighbourhood Policing Conference which were held on October 11. Eight awards were presented to officers and PCSO’s by Chief Constable Michelle Skeer and Police and Crime Commissioner Peter McCall in… Continue reading Neighbourhood policing awards 2022
Police investigate man for robbery and brandishing a pocket knife in Barrow
Police are investigating which occurred on Thursday 13th October 2022 outside Asda, Walney Road, Barrow-in-Furness. This occurred around 8.30pm. Police received a report that a man had produced a pocketknife after being challenged about allegedly stealing a television. A man in his 40s and from Barrow was arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive… Continue reading Police investigate man for robbery and brandishing a pocket knife in Barrow
MP supports plans for Government ‘Investment Zones’ in Barrow and Ulverston
Furness MP, Simon Fell, has written to offer his full support for two applications being put forward by Cumbria County Council for Investment Zones within in the Barrow & Furness constituency. The Council are submitting the plans as part of the Chancellor’s recent announcement of the creation of Investment Zones in England. In the announcement,… Continue reading MP supports plans for Government ‘Investment Zones’ in Barrow and Ulverston