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As Cumbria prepares for the Easter season, local businesses are highlighting how essential strong digital connectivity is for tourism, rural enterprise and community life.

Over 58,000 free tree saplings handed out to communities across Westmorland and Furness.

The Council is proud to recognise World Social Work Day today, Tuesday 17 March 2026, celebrating this year’s theme of ‘Co‑building Hope and Harmony’.

Time is running out to apply for apprenticeship opportunities with Westmorland and Furness Council. Applications close at midnight on Sunday 22 March 2026.

New subscription-based garden waste collection service for Westmorland and Furness from 1 April 2026.

Liberal Democrat Barbara Jayson is the newly elected Westmorland and Furness Council Member for Penrith South after winning a by-election held in the ward on Thursday 12 March.

Access has been restored to a popular countryside walk in one of the most beautiful parts of Westmorland and Furness.

A bandstand at Penrith’s Castle Park is set to be revitalised as a part of plans to create a welcoming, accessible event space for the community.

Dockray footbridge in Kendal is set to be closed between certain times over seven working days for essential maintenance

A story trail celebrating local folklore and history has taken pride of place in the grounds of Grange Library.