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A special post box has been installed at Penrith Cemetery to give families a way to express thoughts and memories to departed loved ones.

Summer Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme is now open for eligible families to sign up.

Residents reminded there is still time to sign up for new garden waste collection service with current grace period coming to an end later this month.

Westmorland and Furness Council are urging families to take part in free water safety sessions this summer as part of a coordinated effort to prevent tragic incidents in open water ahead of the school summer holidays.

The next stage of repair work at Thorncliffe Crematorium in Barrow is due to start at the end of the month.

Westmorland and Furness Council’s Cabinet has agreed to give its support to extending the Barrow Business Improvement District (BID) for another five years.

Westmorland and Furness Council will be proudly marking Armed Forces Week 2026 (22-27 June) with a series of flag raising ceremonies taking place across the area.

Works due to begin at South Walney to help protect former landfill site from effects of erosion.

Residents are being urged to speak up for hidden or overlooked heritage gems to ensure their value is recognised and they are protected for future generations.

Cumbria Safeguarding Adults Board (CSAB) is thanking David Savage as he steps down from his role as Lay Member following more than a decade of dedicated service to the partnership.