A man in his 20’s from Barrow, has been arrested on suspicion of ABH Assault and Robbery. The arrest follows the report of an assault and attempted robbery at around 6pm yesterday (8th July), on Rawlinson Street, Barrow. The incident involved a man and a woman. There were no reported injuries from the reported… Continue reading Local Appeals – Man arrested on suspicion of ABH Assault and Robbery
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Fire Incidents – Pennington Ulverston
At 10:26 hours on Thursday 8th July three fire engines attended Pennington Ulverston. Fire involved a barn and a large amount of hay. Hay bales removed by farmer using heavy machinery. Crews used two hose reel jets, one thermal image camera and small tools to extinguish the fire. Crews were detained for approximately two… Continue reading Fire Incidents – Pennington Ulverston
North West customers advised to check before they travel this weekend (July 10–11)
Northern is asking customers in the North West to check before they travel this weekend as the rail operator continues to feel the impact of coronavirus. Northern is running reduced frequency of services and short notice cancellations are expected after many conductors and drivers were either diagnosed with COVID-19 or asked to self-isolate following Track… Continue reading North West customers advised to check before they travel this weekend (July 10–11)
Emergency services responding to collision on A590
Emergency services are currently at the scene of a collision on the A590 near Newby Bridge. Motorists are asked to avoid this area as road closures are expected to be put in place. Thank you for your patience and assistance.
Cumbria Police: Local Appeals – Tyre slashed on Scott Street
Police are appealing for witnesses after tyres on a car were damaged in two incidents in Scott Street. The black Ford Mondeo had a tyre slashed between 11pm on July 6 and 7am the following day. A different tyre was damaged between 12.30am and 12.45am on July 8. Anyone with information relating to this… Continue reading Cumbria Police: Local Appeals – Tyre slashed on Scott Street
Cumbria Police: Local Appeals
Police are investigating a burglary that occurred on Tuesday 29th June at approximately 10pm on Schooner Street, Barrow. It is reported three males entered the address in balaclavas and forced their way through the front door before stealing items from within. Anyone with information relating to this incident can report online at www.cumbria.police.uk/reportit, quoting… Continue reading Cumbria Police: Local Appeals
Mia in the Afternoon – Furness Tradition Festival 9 Jul 21
Furness Tradition Festival returns to Ulverston for the weekend. Chair Gordon Jones describes the many events around the town and online celebrating traditional music, storytelling and crafts. Mai chats with Gordon about what to look forward to and how to book tickets. More information can be found at https://furnesstradition.org.uk.
Viva Blackpool Headline Show at Forum
Leye D. Johns chatted to Mai Harrison about bringing their Viva Blackpool headline show to Barrow on Friday July 30th 2021. Leye D. Johns is a Barrow lad born and bread and this is like a “return home” show for him and he is so looking forward to performing at the Forum once again… Continue reading Viva Blackpool Headline Show at Forum
BAFTA award-winning CBeebies show Sarah and Duck is coming to Forum on 10th July
Mai Harrison chats with Joanne Marwood from The Forum all about BAFTA award-winning CBeebies show Sarah and Duck which is coming to The Forum on 10th July.
Memories in Music 10 Jul 21
This week on the show Gilli chats to Lesley Gill from Dignity in Dementia about the supported group walks especially for people living with dementia and their family carers, in the Barrow and Furness areas. Lesley explains about the benefits of a little gentle exercise and the social aspects of the walks, which always… Continue reading Memories in Music 10 Jul 21