Police are investigating a burglary that happened at about 10pm on August 5 at an address on Arnside Street, Barrow. Entry was gained through a kitchen window, causing damage in the process. Various items including a bank card, food and clothing were taken. It was reported that a male in his late teens, who… Continue reading Local Appeals – Burglary Arnside Street, Barrow
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Family pay tribute to man who died in B5278 collision
A man who died following a collision in south Cumbria has been described as someone who brought “so much love, joy and laughter” to the lives of those who knew and loved him. The family of David Hankinson, 40, of Burnley, said the outpouring of support following his death had been incredible –… Continue reading Family pay tribute to man who died in B5278 collision
PCC secures £200,352 from Home Office for countywide delivery of ‘They Matter’ programme
After a successful pilot study, Cumbria’s Police and Crime Commissioner, Peter McCall has secured £200,352 from the Home Office 2021-22 Domestic Abuse Perpetrator Programme fund, to extend the They Matter programme across the county, aimed at reducing the risk to victims of abuse, by supporting the perpetrator to take responsibility and be accountable for… Continue reading PCC secures £200,352 from Home Office for countywide delivery of ‘They Matter’ programme
100,000 Rides – Huge milestone for North West Blood Bikers
As Britain’s busiest blood bike service, we are celebrating 100,000 mercy missions – covering more than 1.5 million miles (to the moon and back three times) and saving the NHS more than £5.5 million over the last nine and a half years. North West Blood Bikes, which covers Lancashire and South Lake District, marked… Continue reading 100,000 Rides – Huge milestone for North West Blood Bikers
Good causes in Furness making a real difference to communities
More than £100,000 has been awarded to a range of good causes in the Furness area, including combating loneliness, helping people recover from debt, and providing activities for young people. Cumbria Community Foundation awarded just under £104,000 at its recent Furness Grants Committee to 12 community organisations, with two people receiving a share of… Continue reading Good causes in Furness making a real difference to communities
PCC urges parents to monitor what their children are viewing online
Cumbria’s Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC), Peter McCall, is urging parents to check what their children and viewing and sharing online in support of Get Safe Online’s August campaign ‘Your Child and Social Media’. The aim of the campaign is to help children remain true to who they are when online and warn parents… Continue reading PCC urges parents to monitor what their children are viewing online
Police and Crime Commissioner promotes safer driving for National Road Victims Month
Those who lost their lives or have been injured in a road’s accident will be remembered throughout August for National Road Victims Month. The UK-wide campaign aims to raise awareness around safer driving and educate the public on the possible and permanent consequences of dangerous driving. In the past 12 months, 20 people… Continue reading Police and Crime Commissioner promotes safer driving for National Road Victims Month
Mai in the Afternoon with Ian Standing Duddon Inshore Rescue
Helping us stay safe on the coast, Ian Standing from Duddon Inshore Rescue in Askam shows Mai around the station, describes the roles of the volunteers, and shares life-saving information for everyone enjoying the seaside. More information can be found on their facebook page and at http://duddon-inshore-rescue.com.
Fire incidents – Abbey Road Barrow
At 22:33 hours on 10th August 2021. Fire engines attended a fire in the kitchen of a property on Abbey Road in Barrow. One casualty was treated for smoke inhalation. Crews were in attendance for approximately fifty minutes.
Sixformers celebrate excellent grades
Students at Barrow Sixth Form College are celebrating an excellent set of results in a historic year for education. The sixthformers returned to the Rating Lane campus for results day to discover their grades and plan exciting futures at university, in higher apprenticeships and in employment. There were around 200 students marking their achievements… Continue reading Sixformers celebrate excellent grades