A popular arts, cultural and community venue will continue to operate following a decision taken by Westmorland and Furness Council’s Cabinet today (Tuesday, 14 November).
The council has been made aware that the GMB union has issued a further notice of industrial action commencing 13 November to be taken by some of its members working on the waste and environmental services contract in the Eden area.
Cumbria Fostering is pleased to announce that Cumberland Council and Westmorland and Furness Council are among five local authorities to receive funding of more than £1m to boost foster carer recruitment in the region.
The first stage of a £1 million project to make it easier for people to walk, cycle and travel in sustainable ways in Westmorland and Furness has been given the go-ahead.
Local traders will be offering a wintry wonderland of home-made crafts, produce and gifts at Barrow’s November Winter Fayre on Friday 17 November 2023.
Ulverston Community Enterprises and its subsidiary charity have made the difficult decision to pass responsibility for the operation of The Coro back over to the local authority at the end of the year.