Picnic blankets at the ready as the Festival Players visit Ford Park this July with their touring production of Henry V. The acclaimed theatre company, who have delighted audiences at the Ulverston park in the past, return on Friday 23 July with Shakespeare’s most popular history play. After a rebellious and spirited youth, carousing in… Continue reading Festival Players set to return to Ford Park this summer with open-air Shakespeare
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Andrea in the Afternoon with guest Professor Helen James OBE – 22 Jun 21
Professor Helen James OBE joins Andrea on the Afternoon Show. Barrow born Helen is now Deputy Vice Chancellor of Canterbury Christ Church University. Helen was Welsh Woman of the Year 2005 and recently honoured with an OBE for services to Higher Education. Helen has tirelessly campaigned for the promotion of Science and Engineering, particularly as… Continue reading Andrea in the Afternoon with guest Professor Helen James OBE – 22 Jun 21
Tony at Drivetime with guest Laura Leigh ParkPlay 24 Jun 21
Joining Tony on Wednesday’s Drivetime will be Laura Leigh chatting about PlayPark and all the exciting activites that will be available in Barrow Park. Tune into Tony Callister on Drivetime every Wednesday 4-6pm
Road blocked and closures in place following Ulverston A590 collision
Police are in attendance to a three vehicle collision, on the at A590, Three Bridges, Ulverston. Police were called to the scene at 6:41pm today (20th June). Fire, Search and Rescue and Ambulance are also in attendance. The reported injuries are not believed to be life-threatening. The road is currently blocked in both directions whilst emergency… Continue reading Road blocked and closures in place following Ulverston A590 collision
The Pete Special with Sugarfoot Interview
Leanne and Sarah from local band Sugarfoot dropped into the Pete Special on Monday 21st June to talk about the band’s career so far and their plans for the future including their latest single ‘Long Time Coming’ as well as the plans for the annual Sugarfoot gig in Barrow Bandstand on 22nd August. Tune into… Continue reading The Pete Special with Sugarfoot Interview
Festival of Colours Postponement
It is with deep regret that the Festival of Colours, a vibrant and multicultural celebration of South-Asian inspired dance, street food, workshops and music scheduled to take place on Saturday 26 June in Barrow, has been postponed. Barra Culture, the Forum and Barrow Borough Council are incredibly disappointed to have to reschedule, but are happy… Continue reading Festival of Colours Postponement
Cumbria Constabulary – Local Appeals 18 Jun 21
Police are investigating an incident of assault that occurred at around 3pm on the 10th of June, near Ramsden Street, Barrow. The incident is believed to have involved a man and a boy aged in his early teens. Officers are keen to speak to a man described as white, aged in his 30s, around 5ft… Continue reading Cumbria Constabulary – Local Appeals 18 Jun 21
The Pete Special with guest Gary Weatherburn PV-77 interview
Catch up with the Pete Special from Friday 18th June when Pete was with Gary Weatherburn of local punk band PV-77, who are about to release their first single”
Local Appeal – Criminal damage, St Vincent Street
Police are investigating an incident of criminal damage that occurred at around 9:45pm on the 13th of June, at an address on St Vincent Street. During the incident, a window was smashed and a group of teenagers were seen fleeing the scene in the direction of Dalton Road. Officers are keen to speak to… Continue reading Local Appeal – Criminal damage, St Vincent Street
Engineering organisation urgently seeks new leaders
A long-running engineering organisation whose committee has more than 250 years of expertise is urgently seeking new leadership. Professional Engineers South Cumbria (PESC) has been a mainstay on the lecture circuit hosting free talks since 1985. But the committee of Joe Aubrey, 94, Treasurer, Keith Higham, 82, and 77-year-old secretary Ian Palmer said they will… Continue reading Engineering organisation urgently seeks new leaders