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COVID-19 vaccination bookings open in Lancashire and South Cumbria

Residents in Lancashire and South Cumbria aged 75 and over, and those with weakened immune systems, are now able to book their own appointment for the new-style booster. Today’s announcement follows the rollout of the new variant-busting jab to care home residents and staff earlier this week. From Monday 12 September onwards, GPs, pharmacists, and… Continue reading COVID-19 vaccination bookings open in Lancashire and South Cumbria


South Cumbria Multi-Academy Trust welcomes 150 new staff

Staff from all three members of South Cumbria Multi-Academy Trust marked a new era for education at the start of the academic year. Around 150 staff, including teachers and support staff, from Chetwynde, Ormsgill and Vickerstown schools, took part in an induction session led by education expert Caroline Vernon, director of Northstar Education Consultancy. Caroline… Continue reading South Cumbria Multi-Academy Trust welcomes 150 new staff



Piel Island crowns new King

Almost 200 people expressed an interest in becoming landlord of a remote Cumbrian island pub, but on Saturday, the successful bidder was crowned King. Aaron Sanderson, 33, who also works as an electrical team leader at BAE Systems Submarines, is looking forward to continuing the traditions of Piel after being charmed by the place while… Continue reading Piel Island crowns new King


Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service launches Business Safety Month

This month, Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service will be sharing fire safety advice and information highlighting the ongoing importance of fire safety and continuing to raise awareness about recent and upcoming changes in legislation. The call comes as part of the National Fire Chiefs Council’s (NFCC) Business Safety Week which runs from the 5 –… Continue reading Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service launches Business Safety Month


PCC congratulates Bee Unique winners at the Diverse Cumbria Awards

Cumbria’s Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC), Peter McCall congratulates local charity , this year’s winners of the Community Award at The Diverse Cumbria Awards on Saturday at the Halston Hotel, Carlisle. Bee Unique helps to relieve the needs of individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Condition and their families/carers, by organising support and social events across… Continue reading PCC congratulates Bee Unique winners at the Diverse Cumbria Awards




Cumbria Fire and Rescue: Road Traffic Collision in Lindale

At 17:16 on 5th September 2022, three fire engines attended an incident on Kendal Road, Lindale. The road traffic collision involved two vehicles. Firefighters extricated one casualty from the vehicle. Crews were detained approximately thirty minutes.



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