Cases of stomach cancer across Cumbria are 72% higher than the national average, according to data collated by North West Cancer Research. This is the highest prevalence rate of any county in the North West. The charity, which is dedicated to prioritising the cancer needs of people living in the North West and North Wales,… Continue reading Cumbria has worst stomach cancer rates in the North West
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Police investigate a fight in Kendal Town Centre
Police are investigating a fight which occurred on Friday 1 July 22 in Kendal Town Centre at around 3pm, between two men. A 42-year-old man from Kendal was arrested on suspicion of assault and has since been released under investigation. Police are looking for witnesses who were in the area at the time and recorded… Continue reading Police investigate a fight in Kendal Town Centre
Police investigate burglary at Quarry Rigg Shopping Centre, Bowness-on-Windermere
Police are investigating a burglary which occurred at Quarry Rigg Shopping Centre, Bowness on Windermere on 24/06/22 at 3.15am, where a large window was smashed on the commercial premises. Police are keen to speak with a male wearing a hooded jacket, shorts and workman boots who was seen in the area at the time the… Continue reading Police investigate burglary at Quarry Rigg Shopping Centre, Bowness-on-Windermere
PCC welcomes website security check initiative
Cumbria’s Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC), Peter McCall, is welcoming a new initiative that will allow the public to check if a website is safe before they access it. The new feature is hosted by Get Safe Online, a cyber-security organisation the PCC commissions in Cumbria. Get Safe Online has partnered with Cifas, the UK’s leading… Continue reading PCC welcomes website security check initiative
Scrambler Bike robbery investigation information appeal
Police are appealing for information to assist with investigations into a reported robbery and assault. The incident occurred outside a property on Park Avenue, Barrow, between 9pm and 10pm, on Thursday 30th June. The incident involved two men. A Black Honda CRF Scrambler Bike was taken during the incident. A Blue Ford Fiesta and the Scrambler… Continue reading Scrambler Bike robbery investigation information appeal
Drivetime with guest Steve Low
Joining Tony on Drivetime this week is fellow presenter Steve Low who will be chatting all things panto…. No he won’t… Yes he will!!! Tune in from 3-6pm for Drivetime with Tony Callister every Wednesday.
GP from Lancashire and South Cumbria recognised for significant contribution to public health
One of Lancashire and South Cumbria’s lead GPs has been recognised for his significant contribution to public health. Dr Andy Knox, local GP and associate medical director for population health across Lancashire and South Cumbria has been offered a Membership through Distinction to the Faculty of Public Health (FPH). FPH is a membership organisation for… Continue reading GP from Lancashire and South Cumbria recognised for significant contribution to public health
Cumbria County Council remembers Srebrenica 27 years on
Cumbria County Council will be joining the nationwide initiative to commemorate the Srebrenica genocide of July 1995 – one of the most horrific events of the Bosnian War. This year’s Srebrenica Memorial Week will be taking place from 4 – 11 July where communities across the UK will commemorate the 27th anniversary of the genocide,… Continue reading Cumbria County Council remembers Srebrenica 27 years on
Cumbria Police: Local Appeals Monday 4th July 2022
Police are investigating a reported burglary in Flookburgh. The incident occurred over the weekend between the evening of Friday 1st July and Sunday 3rd July. A motorbike and power tools were taken. Anyone with information relating to this incident can report online at www.cumbria.police.uk/reportit , quoting incident number 207 of 3rd July. You can also phone on 101. Alternatively, you… Continue reading Cumbria Police: Local Appeals Monday 4th July 2022
Cumbria Police: Police concerned for welfare of missing Gwent man believed to be in Cumbria
Police are concerned for the welfare of a man missing from Gwent, Wales, and believed to be in Cumbria. Richard Miles, 44, was reported as being seen in the Wasdale area on Saturday (2nd July). Richard was last seen wearing a grey baseball cap, grey short sleeve t shirt and long black shorts. Richard is… Continue reading Cumbria Police: Police concerned for welfare of missing Gwent man believed to be in Cumbria