Police are appealing for witnesses following a two-vehicle collision on the A684 junction with the M6 at 2:40pm today (July 28).   The collision involved a grey Audi A3 and a Kawasaki motorcycle. Sadly, the pillion rider on the motorcycle died at scene.   The rider of the motorcycle was airlifted to hospital where he… Continue reading Appeal for witnesses following collision on the M6 A684 junction

Police are appealing for information following a burglary at the Salvation Army, Walney Road, Barrow. The burglary is believed to have taken place between the 6 July when the store was locked up for the weekend at 5:30pm and 8th of July at 8am when staff have returned to the store. It is believed that… Continue reading Local Appeal – Burglary at the Salvation Army, Walney Road, Barrow

A man has been charged with multiple offences following a report of robbery on Market Street in Ulverston yesterday afternoon (July 26). Nathan Cooper, 26, of no fixed address has been charged with Robbery Attempt robbery Two counts of criminal damage Assault on an emergency worker Breach of a restraining order Possession of a corrosive… Continue reading Man charged with multiple offences following incident in Ulverston

Cumbria’s Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner, David Allen, has pledged to tackle shoplifting and assault on shop staff in the county following national reports that shoplifting is at an all-time high.   The most recent crime statistics released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) highlight that shoplifting figures are at the highest level since… Continue reading Commissioner pledges to tackle shoplifting in Cumbria

Final preparations are being made as Barrow Market traders get set to move into a fantastic new home while work starts on the the multi-million pound rejuvenation of the Market Hall. The traders will start moving into the specially-created temporary market next month, retaining their reputation for excellent choice, value for money and great customer… Continue reading Traders preparing for move into fantastic temporary market

Following a recent water leak, investigations in the backstage area of The Forum have confirmed the presence of asbestos. It is important to stress at the outset that no traces have been found in air quality tests and there is no evidence to suggest that anyone has been exposed to risk. However, given this news,… Continue reading Statement from The Forum Theatre in Barrow

Residents in Barrow are advised to be wary of people offering gardening services following reports of scammers in the Holbeck area. People are encouraged to remain vigilant. If someone offers a service unexpectedly it may be a cause for concern. It is always best to use reputable companies when having work done. Residents are advised… Continue reading Barrow residents reminded to be vigilant around scammers

Westmorland and Furness Council has teamed up with a leisure centre and community youth organisations to offer free football sessions for young people this summer. The council is working alongside Barrow Park Leisure Centre and Furness Youth Work Partnership to deliver the Turn Up and Play Football project at Barrow Astro Turf Pitches (ATP), in… Continue reading Free turn up and play football offer for young people this summer

Cumbria’s Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner (Commissioner), David Allen, is asking the public for their views on the future priorities of Cumbria Constabulary and Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service through a public consultation.   The consultation results will assist with the development of the Police, Fire and Crime Plan for the next four years. The… Continue reading Have your say on the future of Policing and Fire Services