Barrow-in-Furness2 days agoFuneral services restart at fire-hit crematoriumWestmorland and Furness Council says cremations will be carried out elsewhere during repairs.2 days ago3 days agoVenues, museums and libraries awarded £13mOrganisations in Cumbria and north-east England receive a share of a £130m national fund.3 days ago4 days agoWhere in Cumbria is bidding for Town of Culture?Barrow, Kirkby Lonsdale, Ulverston and Kendal submit bids to become the inaugural Town of Culture.4 days ago8 Apr 2026Barrow named UK's first comic book townFree events, schools schemes and community activities are planned to mark Barrow's new status.8 Apr 20268 Apr 2026Skin graft helped spot lung transplant rejectionOxford-based experts leading the trial said the skin patch acts as a "window" to spot rejections.8 Apr 20267 Apr 2026Funeral services relocated after crematorium fireWork is under way to assess the full damage of the accidental fire at Thorncliffe Crematorium.7 Apr 20264 Apr 2026Can classical music tackle anti-social behaviour?Classical music is being played in Barrow town centre to tackle anti-social behaviour.4 Apr 202631 Mar 2026Beauty spot vehicle ban to tackle anti-social actsThe six-month clampdown plan follows complaints about people camping and leaving waste behind.31 Mar 202631 Mar 2026College merger consultation under wayThe plans could see colleges in Cumbria and Lancashire join forces from the next academic year.31 Mar 2026...
