Northern has advised its customers across the North of England that services will be brought to a halt on Saturday 30 September as the latest ASLEF strike takes place. The train operator has published a travel advice calendar for Friday 29 September – Tuesday 3 October to highlight when services will be affected. There… Continue reading No Saturday train services on strike day, Northern warns customers
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Bus fares in rural England drop 11% thanks to Government’s £2 fare cap
Millions of people in England have enjoyed cheaper bus travel this year thanks to the government’s unprecedented actions to lower bus fares and protect services. Yesterday (21 September 2023), new statistics from the Department of Transport (DfT) showed the overall price of bus fares in England outside London has dropped by 7.4% between June 2022 and June… Continue reading Bus fares in rural England drop 11% thanks to Government’s £2 fare cap
CCTV appeal – shoplifting
Officers are appealing for the public’s help in identifying a man following a report of a high-value shoplifting that occurred on Dalton Road, Barrow-in-Furness. The incident occurred on 16 September at around 12:30pm Officers would like to speak with the man pictured as part of their investigations. Anyone with information relating to this incident can… Continue reading CCTV appeal – shoplifting
Rural Crime Policing team launched in Cumbria
A policing team dedicated to tackling rural crime is being introduced in Cumbria. The Cumbria Police Rural Crime Team is being launched during a National Rural Crime Week which runs from 18 to 24 September. The Rural Crime Police Team have a dedicated Facebook page here – https://www.facebook.com/cumbriapoliceruralcrimeteam where the team will highlight issues, incidents,… Continue reading Rural Crime Policing team launched in Cumbria
Catch up.. All Things Festival with guest Samantha Hocking 4 Oct 23
🎶🎤 Join us for a thought-provoking episode of “All Things Festival” with Deb Henry on October 4th, 2023! 🌟 Our special guest, Samantha Hocking, a talented local musician, will be shedding light on an important issue. In times of austerity, grassroots venues have faced financial challenges that have had a profound impact on musicians and… Continue reading Catch up.. All Things Festival with guest Samantha Hocking 4 Oct 23
Catch up… 50 and Me with Deb Henry and guest Mark Preston 29 Sep 23
🌟🎙️ Don’t miss a special edition of “50 and Me” with Deb Henry with guest, Mark Preston of the Prater Monks, who has a powerful message to share. 🌟 Mark has written a touching song for World Mental Health Day to raise awareness about mental health. Tune in to hear him discuss the inspiration behind… Continue reading Catch up… 50 and Me with Deb Henry and guest Mark Preston 29 Sep 23
Catch up… Bill Clark Morning Show with guests Ged Pickersgill and Chris Gibson 27 Sep 23
🌟🗣️ Join us for a powerful conversation on the Bill Clark Morning Show! 🌟 We’re honored to welcome special guests Ged Pickersgill and Chris Gibson from The Well Communities CIC . They’ll be shedding light on Barrow’s remarkable journey as a substance misuse recovery town. 🏘️🤝 But that’s not all—prepare to be moved as they share… Continue reading Catch up… Bill Clark Morning Show with guests Ged Pickersgill and Chris Gibson 27 Sep 23
Government joins call for ‘Buy British’ section on supermarkets’ online store supported by Simon Fell, MP for Furness
On Back British Farming Day, September 13th 2023, the Government announced its support for a ‘Buy British’ section on supermarket’s online stores, following an open letter signed by Barrow & Furness’ MP, Simon Fell. Mr Fell joined calls for the ‘Buy British’ tab which would collate produce from across the UK when people are shopping for… Continue reading Government joins call for ‘Buy British’ section on supermarkets’ online store supported by Simon Fell, MP for Furness
Police investigate assault in Windermere
Police are investigating an assault at Ellerthwaite Road, Windermere. It happened at about 12pm on Saturday September 2. A man, in his twenties, sustained minor facial injuries. Officers are keen to speak to any witnesses who were in the area at about that time. They are particularly interested in identifying a man in a grey… Continue reading Police investigate assault in Windermere
Local Appeal – Serious assault , ASDA, Barrow
Barrow Police are investigating a serious assault which occurred at 9.50pm on Tuesday 12th September 2023 at the entrance door to the Asda Store, Walney Road, Barrow-in-Furness. A 40-year-old man was taken to hospital and received emergency surgery for a severe fracture to the leg as a result of this incident. A 35-year-old… Continue reading Local Appeal – Serious assault , ASDA, Barrow