This weekend marks Remembrance Sunday, when people across the UK honour those who have lost their lives in war. Millions of red poppies are sold each year in the build-up to the day to commemorate the war dead, while the nation will fall silent at 11am in tribute. Remembrance Sunday is always held on the… Continue reading Armistice Day and Remembrance Sunday events
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Green Revolution with guest Councillor Therese Assouad, Barrow Borough Council’s Climate Emergency Lead
CandoFM debuted the new series Green Revolution on Wednesday 10 November. Mai will be speaking with Councillor Therese Assouad, Barrow Borough Council’s Climate Emergency Lead. Together they will discuss the council’s carbon targets for 2037, the efforts that are already underway and individual versus government actions. Find out how the county government shake-up may… Continue reading Green Revolution with guest Councillor Therese Assouad, Barrow Borough Council’s Climate Emergency Lead
Chance to explore #BrilliantBarrow projects at special drop in event
People are being urged to attend a special drop in event this week to find out more about #BrilliantBarrow’s multi-million pound Town Deal projects. Barrow was offered £25 million from the Government’s £3.6 billion Town Deal fund last year for seven ambitious schemes that are set to secure a bright and transformative future for the… Continue reading Chance to explore #BrilliantBarrow projects at special drop in event
Police issue image as part of sexual assault investigation
Police have issued a CCTV image as part of investigations into a report of a sexual assault in Barrow. It happened on Saturday October 9, between 2am and 3am outside the Theatre Bar, on Cavendish Street. The victim was a woman. Officers would like to speak with the two females in this image as… Continue reading Police issue image as part of sexual assault investigation
New campaign aims to prevent adults buying alcohol on behalf of children
During Alcohol Awareness Week from November 15-21, Millom Community Alcohol Partnership (CAP) is launching a campaign to raise awareness of the dangers of ‘proxy sales’, where adults buy alcohol for under-18s. The CAP is a partnership of local authorities, police, schools, retailers, neighbourhood groups and health providers, working together to prevent alcohol-related harm to… Continue reading New campaign aims to prevent adults buying alcohol on behalf of children
SportZone with guest Ralph Rimmer CEO of RFL
Joining Tony Colyer on this week’s SportZone show is the CEO of the RFL Ralph Rimmer. Ralph provides us with an update on the impact of Covid 19 on the Rugby League world particularly from a financial viewpoint. He also advises the status of ongoing talks with Super League about working together, the… Continue reading SportZone with guest Ralph Rimmer CEO of RFL
Lend an ear to help our Helpline
We’re looking for more good listeners to answer calls on the CADAS Addiction Helpline and also to help set up and run new support groups across the county in the New Year. Can you spread the word for us? The Helpline, set up for the first time when the pandemic hit, is often the… Continue reading Lend an ear to help our Helpline
County Lines trio jailed for heroin and crack cocaine supply
Members of a Liverpool-based organised crime group that trafficked heroin and crack cocaine into South Cumbria have been sentenced at Preston Crown Court. Daniel Mendes, 21, of Carmarthen Crescent, Liverpool was sentenced to four years and two months in prison for directing the drugs supply operation. Ryan Mitchell, 46, of Ramsden Street, Barrow-in-Furness was sentenced… Continue reading County Lines trio jailed for heroin and crack cocaine supply
Tony Callister on Drivetime with guest Steve Drury, Chair of Furness Prostate Cancer Support Group
Joining Tony Callister on Drivetime this Wednesday will be Steve Drury, Chair of Furness Prostate Cancer Support Group. https://prostatecanceruk.org/get-support/find-local-support/furness-prostate-cancer-support-group Facebook: Furness Prostate Cancer Support Group Tune into Tony on Drivetime every Wednesday 4-6pm
North West Sexual Violence Awareness Week
This week, organisations across the North West are coming together to raise awareness of sexual violence and the support services available to survivors. The initiative, led by North West Police and Crime Commissioners, police authorities, and sexual assault and abuse services, will take place from 8-14 November 2021. Each day throughout the week a… Continue reading North West Sexual Violence Awareness Week