Westmorland and Furness Council2 days agoCouncil to dispose of 'inadequate' 1930s hallRepairs to the building are in the region of £7m, according to the local authority.2 days ago4 days agoCouncil to consult on future of care homesWindermere's Applethwaite Green Care Home and Grisedale Croft Care Home in Alston could both close.4 days ago5 days agoFinal Dave Day ride to be 'absolutely magical'Thousands of people are again expected to ride to Barrow in celebration of the 66-year-old TV star.5 days ago18 Apr 2026Repairs to start on road shut by landslipWork on the A592 at High Kingate in Cumbria is scheduled to take about 12 weeks.18 Apr 202617 Apr 2026Council manager cuts 'could save £1.75m annually'Westmorland and Furness Council to "reshape" senior leadership team as 21 earn more than £100,000.17 Apr 202617 Apr 2026Council to discuss possible care home closuresThe future of care homes in Windermere and Alston will be discussed behind closed doors.17 Apr 202616 Apr 2026Council proposes £2m school transport cutsWestmorland and Furness Council wants to axe non-statutory free transport for new intakes.16 Apr 202615 Apr 2026Funeral services restart at fire-hit crematoriumWestmorland and Furness Council says cremations will be carried out elsewhere during repairs.15 Apr 202615 Apr 2026Mounted volunteers to be community 'eyes and ears'Ten volunteers on horseback are helping Cumbria Police get key messages across to visitors.15 Apr 2026...
