On this weeks Sportzone is Steve Herbert – Chairman of the Barrow AFC Bluebirds Trust. A fascinating interview with Tony Colyer advising us of how he got involved, the ownership model they have with the club, his role as Chairman including a seat in the Boardroom and the influence he had and his… Continue reading Catch up… SportZone with guest Steve Herbert – Chairman of the Barrow AFC Bluebirds Trust
On the show this Saturday, there is another chance to hear Diane Smillie from Dignity in Dementia with one of her Helpful Hints for family carers. Diane will be talking about hearing challenges. Sometimes a person living with dementia can find loud or sudden noises distressful. Di explains how this can affect those with… Continue reading Memories in Music 29 January
The 15-year-old boy is in a stable condition in hospital with injuries not believed to be life-threatening at this time. The 16-year-old remains in police custody. Cumbria Police have arrested a 16-year-old boy on suspicion of grievous bodily harm after an incident at Walney School this morning (25 Jan). Cumbria Police were called by… Continue reading Cumbria Police: Update – Arrest made following serious incident at school in South Cumbria
Cumbria Police Cyber and Digital Crime Unit conducted a number of warrants in the past few weeks, targeting individuals who are accessing online child sex abuse material. The warrants are as a result of intelligence coming in from a number of agencies, police forces and the public, the intelligence is reviewed and developed by… Continue reading Cumbria Police: Cyber and digital crime unit conduct warrants across Cumbria
Tune in from 4pm this Saturday for the monthly Rotary Show. Brian Boyd talks with Rotary Club members Frank Randall from the RC of Furness, Helen Dixon from the RC of Furness Peninsula and Dave Coverdale from the RC of Barrow, talking about ongoing Rotary projects in the local community and plans for 2022.
Police are investigating an attempted burglary which occurred at the rear of Baby Bitz on Cavendish Street, Barrow-in-Furness at approximately 4pm on 16th January. A window at the rear of the property was smashed in the process. We are appealing for any witnesses that may have any information which may lead to identifying any suspects.… Continue reading Local Appeal – Attempted burglary at the rear of Baby Bitz, Cavendish Street, Barrow
Cumbria police are appealing for witnesses as part of an investigation into a reported sexual assault. A man has been arrested on suspicion of the offence. A 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault. He has been released on police bail. The incident occurred between 10pm on January 10th and 00:30am… Continue reading Local Appeals – Witnesses as part of an investigation into reported sexual assault in Windermere
Police are investigating a burglary at Furness Rovers FC on Wilkie Road, Barrow. It happened between 5pm on January 18 and 4pm the following day. Copper piping and showerheads have been taken from changing rooms. Officers are asking for anyone with information or who may have seen anything suspicious at the time to come… Continue reading Local Appeals – Burglary at Furness Rovers FC on Wilkie Road, Barrow
It’s time to join the circus when Shone Productions brings International Circus Acts, Amazing Magic, and Lots of Laughs to The Forum Theatre, Barrow. Leading the cast of Circus Spectacular is Bippo The Clown, Gareth ‘Bippo’ Ellis made his debut into performing when he was just 9 years old & he’s never looked back,… Continue reading Circus Spectacular! A fantastic half term treat
The project that aims to better understand the needs of people using Image and Performance Enhancing Drugs started in October 2021. It allows for people to obtain free, clean, medical grade sharps and provides a place where used needles can be safely disposed of. People are also given information about how to use IPEDs… Continue reading Safe Needle disposal is now available in Cumbria thanks to a ‘Be Sharp Smart’ Project by CADAS