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Cumbria Fostering launches latest recruitment campaign to find more local foster carers
Cumbria Fostering launches latest recruitment campaign to find more local foster carers Cumbria Fostering is urging more people across the county to consider fostering as it launches its latest recruitment campaign to find safe, stable and loving homes for local children. The campaign aims to raise awareness of the urgent need for foster carers for […]
Thousands of years of A66 archaeology travel to local communities this autumn
Thousands of years of A66 archaeology travel to local communities this autumn Archaeological discoveries uncovered during National Highways’ A66 Northern Trans-Pennine project will be available for all to see this autumn, as Oxford Cotswold Archaeology (OCA) brings a free, hands-on pop-up museum to five local venues. Starting at Warcop, the museum will travel to Appleby, […]
Festival of Curious Things coming to Workington town centre
Festival of Curious Things coming to Workington town centre A free family event packed with entertainment, activities and street performances will take place in Workington town centre on Saturday 12 September. Running from 10am to 5pm, Cumberland Council’s Festival of Curious Things will transform Murray Road and the surrounding town centre with a mix of […]
Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw invite the community to remember, reflect and take on new challenges
A LASTING TRIBUTE TO THOSE WE LOVE Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw invite the community to remember, reflect and take on new challenges. by Danni Murphy Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw are inviting the community to support their vital work through a series of meaningful events that offer opportunities to remember loved ones, celebrate life […]
A new chapter for Bitts Park Lodge
BITTS PARK LODGE A New Chapter… by Stephen Murphy Bitts Park Lodge, situated in Bitts park, has been in a sorry state for many years; however, with lots of chatter, lots of will and lots of fight, a plan has been pulled together. Stephen Dunn, Community Engagement Officer from Cumberland Council, has been instrumental in […]
Tour de France Trophy to join Tour of Britain celebrations in Cockermouth
Tour de France Trophy to join Tour of Britain celebrations in Cockermouth Residents and visitors have another chance to get up close to the Tour de France Grand Départ Trophy when it visits the Cockermouth stage of the 2026 Lloyds Tour of Britain Women. The trophy will be on display in the event fan zone […]
The Muncaster Fringe 2026: Arts Take Over On The West Coast This August
The Muncaster Fringe 2026: Arts Take Over On The West Coast This August Following the success of a week of events in August 2025, the Muncaster Fringe returns this August, this time for a whole month! Proudly supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England, The Muncaster Fringe 2026 is a […]
Carlisle Ambassadors Celebrates Milestone 900th Member as Network Continues to Grow
Carlisle Ambassadors Celebrates Milestone 900th Member as Network Continues to Grow Carlisle Ambassadors is delighted to announce that it has welcomed its 900th member, marking another significant milestone in the growth of the city’s thriving ambassador network. The 900th member is Currys Business Carlisle, joining hundreds of individuals, businesses and organisations committed to championing Carlisle […]
Plans submitted for Leconfield Hub
Plans submitted for Leconfield Hub Plans for a multimillion-pound industrial hub, located at the heart of the Leconfield Estate in Cleator Moor, have been approved. Cumberland Council and the Industrial Solutions Hub (iSH) put forward the application for the iSH Hub – a new, flexible innovation building designed to support start‑up and early‑stage businesses focused upon […]
Eden Valley Hospices’ Garden of Memories brings care and comfort to local families
Garden of Memories brings care and comfort to local families This August, give a gift in support of Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw, Cumbria’s Children’s Hospice, remember your loved ones through their annual Garden of Memories event. This annual event means a lot to local families who would like to remember those who made a […]
