Barrow-in-Furness11 hrs agoHopes festival legacy will aid Town of Culture bidUlverston joins Cumbrian locations Barrow, Kendal, and Kirkby Lonsdale in bidding for the £3m prize.11 hrs ago2 days agoHairy Biker Si King talks food, family and friendsThe 59-year-old TV presenter and cook appears on the latest episode of Desert Island Discs.2 days ago3 days agoCrematorium roof damaged in accidental fireServices are postponed following the blaze which damaged part of Thorncliffe Crematorium.3 days ago22 Mar 2026Tens of thousands of trees handed out to residentsWestmorland and Furness Council wants to plant one new tree per resident living there.22 Mar 202618 Mar 2026Former market hall and theatre to be demolishedNo replacement plans are revealed for the buildings which had issues with dangerous asbestos.18 Mar 202615 Mar 2026Sculpture marks new page in beck's storyThe artwork is at Barrow Bay on Derwent Water, which was recently restored.15 Mar 202615 Mar 2026In Pictures: Sea views under changing skiesBBC Weather Watchers share scenes of serenity from the sea shores of northern England.15 Mar 202612 Mar 2026Market village and venue plan after sudden closureWestmorland and Furness Council is due to discuss demolition of the Market Hall and the Forum.12 Mar 202611 Mar 2026More Cumbrian bids for Town of Culture 2028Market town Kirkby Lonsdale enters for a chance to win £3m in prize money.11 Mar 2026...
