A woman with an outstanding track record in leading staff to support vulnerable people has been appointed to run Cumbria Alcohol and Drugs Advisory Service’s operation in the south and east of the county. Gail Jenson’s career has included posts in charity, education and the public sector – all making a positive difference to… Continue reading Charity appoints manager to deliver vital rehabilitation help in Furness, South Lakeland and Eden
An operation targeting knife crime has come to an end, between 8th and 21st November Cumbria Constabulary conducted a number of activities included encouraging the public to surrender potentially dangerous knives. The operation is just some of the work that the constabulary do to tackle knife crime in Cumbria Alongside the surrender test purchases… Continue reading Operation to tackle knife crime ends
The vikings are invading Barrow for a “Furness Yule”, a full weekend of events bringing fun and creativity to the town. Find out how to join in the activities around Barrow on Saturday and the special events at the Dock Museum on Sunday during this BAE sponsored event. Helen Bartosinski from Barra Culture joins… Continue reading Mai in the Afternoon with Helen Bartosinski from Barra Culture “Furness Yule”
Cathy Fiddler from Barrow Library shares the exciting programme that allows tweens and teens to explore ideas around identity and society in a variety of reading challenges. Darcy, a participant in the Reading Riot challenge, tells Mai what it is about and her favourite part of the programme. Watch the interview for her recommendations… Continue reading Mai the Afternoon with Cathy Fiddler Barrow Library Reading Riot
Cathy Fiddler from Barrow Library shares the exciting programme that allows tweens and teens to explore ideas around identity and society in a variety of reading challenges. Darcy, a participant in the Reading Riot challenge, tells Mai what it is about and her favourite part of the programme.Tune in for her recommendations and how to… Continue reading Mai the Afternoon with Cathy Fiddler Barrow Library
The vikings are invading Barrow for a Furness Yule, a full weekend of events bringing fun and creativity to the town. Find out how to join in the activities around Barrow on Saturday and the special events at the Dock Museum on Sunday during this BAE sponsored event. Helen Bartosinski from Barra Culture joins Mai to share… Continue reading Mai the Afternoon with Helen Bartosinski, Barra Culture “Furness Yule”
Police are investigating a burglary at a property on Keppel Street, Barrow. It happened between 10pm on November 15 and 7am the following day. Nothing was reported stolen. Officers are appealing for anyone with information or anyone with CCTV that may be relevant to come forward. Anyone with information can report online at www.cumbria.police.uk/report-it, quoting… Continue reading Local Appeal: Police are investigating a burglary at a property on Keppel Street, Barrow
South Cumbria Breastfeeding Support is delighted to announce the winners of this year’s Breast Friend Award as Kath Kennedy (Clinical Support Worker) and Rachel Pearce (Midwife). Having a baby is a precious time, but it can also be overwhelming and challenging. Establishing breastfeeding is one of the challenges that new parents face when their… Continue reading NHS Breast Friend Winners Announced
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Tony Callister at Drivetime was joined by local musician Barry Postlethwaite. They discussed ‘Five Arches Road ‘ and the new project for 2022. https://barrypostlethwaite.bandcamp.com/ https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=barry+postlethwaite&i=digital-music&crid=2E5OFA5VK9D4S&sprefix=Barry+pos%2Caps%2C195&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_1_9 https://m.youtube.com/results?sp=mAEA&search_query=barry+postlethwaite Tune into Tony at Drivetime every Wednesday 4-6pm