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Countdown to waste collection changes
Countdown to waste collection changes Changes to waste and recycling collections in the former Allerdale area will start from next Monday (26 May). In advance of the change to fortnightly waste collections, Cumberland Council started delivering replacement 180 litre bins last week. Since opening up the chance to get a replacement bin, the council has […]
Oak Tree Animals Charity Sees 102% Increase in Animals Homed so far in 2025
Oak Tree Animals Charity Sees 102% Increase in Animals Homed so far in 2025 In a remarkable display of community spirit and compassion, Oak Tree Animals Charity has reported an astonishing 102% increase in the number of animals successfully homed so far in 2025. Since the charity restructured under new CEO, Matthew Notter, the number […]
Tullie to Unveil Stunning New Welcome Space, Shop and Carlisle Gallery on 26 April 2025
Tullie to Unveil Stunning New Welcome Space, Shop and Carlisle Gallery on 26 April 2025 Tullie, Cumbria’s largest museum set in the heart of Carlisle’s Historic Quarter, is set to unveil its new revitalised spaces on Saturday 26 April 2025. This exciting transformation will enhance the visitor experience with a modernised welcome area and entrance, […]
Reminder to sign up soon for extra garden waste collections!
Reminder to sign up soon for extra garden waste collections Cumberland residents who want additional garden waste collections are being urged to sign up soon. Cumberland Council recently announced that from week commencing Monday 31 March 2025 all householders with garden waste bins will continue to have one bin collected every fortnight. There will however […]
Herd’s Media Expands Offerings with New Studio
Herd’s Media Expands Offerings with New Studio Leading North-West media service provider Herd’s Media are expanding its offering by opening a new media studio near Carlisle. Established in 2017, the business has grown significantly, offering a comprehensive range of media services, from Agriculture to commercial to Studio Photography, Podcast Production, and classic professional Wedding photography […]
Transforming Whitehaven: £450,000 investment in Green Market and Duke Street
Transforming Whitehaven: £450,000 investment in Green Market and Duke Street Cumberland Council is pleased to announce the launch of significant improvement works for Green Market and Duke Street in Whitehaven. This transformative initiative, part of the Public Realm Improvement Plan, represents a £450,000 investment made possible through contributions from Sellafield Ltd, the UK Shared Prosperity […]
Workington RNLI King’s Coronation Medals presentation
Workington RNLI King’s Coronation Medals presentation Workington RNLI volunteers were congratulated for their service by Cumbria’s Lord Lieutenant Alexander Scott. Mr Scott attended an event in the town to present King’s Coronation medals to crew members of the lifeboat who have been volunteering with the charity for over five years. Twenty-four members of Workington RNLI […]
GDF progress as Areas of Focus identified…
Nuclear Waste Services (NWS) to take forward studies and investigations in these areas NWS has published Areas of Focus in the search to find a suitable site and a willing community to host a Geological Disposal Facility (GDF). The areas are within the three communities currently involved in the process, in Mid Copeland and South […]
Austin Friars Appoints New Deputy Head
Austin Friars Appoints New Deputy Head A Carlisle-based school has announced the appointment of their new Deputy Head (Pastoral). Claire Holmes will join Austin Friars from September 2025, bringing over 20 years of educational and pastoral work experience with her. The role maintains high safeguarding and wellbeing standards across the whole school – including its […]
From Gritney Spears to Spready Mercury – Cumberland Council wants you to name their gritters
From Gritney Spears to Spready Mercury – Cumberland Council wants you to name their gritters As winter approaches, Cumberland Council is calling on residents to put their creative thinking caps on and help name the 5 gritters that will keep our roads safe and passable through the frosty months ahead. These gritters, all driven by […]
