From 5pm on Friday 16 October 2026, there may be disruption to some online services in the Barrow area. From 5pm on Friday 16 October 2026, there may be disruption to some online services in the ...

Barrow’s multi award-winning Dock Museum is celebrating a double-success – and is preparing for a significant investment.

Works at South Walney to help protect the former landfill site from the effects of erosion have completed, strengthening the coastline’s resilience as we head into the winter months.

At our recent supplier event for Westmorland and Furness Council's £0.5 billion capital programme, we brought together contractors, consultants and council officers to discuss upcoming projects and ...

As autumn brings shorter days, more challenging weather conditions and increased pressures on households, businesses and communities, Connecting Cumbria is highlighting the vital role that reliable ...

Westmorland and Furness Council has expressed disappointment in the government's decision that the Kendal Northern Access Route will not be part of its road and rail investment programme.

Businesses across Westmorland and Furness are being encouraged to help tackle hate crime by supporting staff, promoting reporting routes and helping create safe and inclusive workplaces.

A grant from the Esmée Fairbairn Communities & Collections Fund will support a two-year partnership project entitled "From Kenya to Kendal and back again: reconnecting communities through Kendal ...

Ulverston shop ordered to close over persistent sales of illegal tobacco and non-compliant vapes One Stop in Market Place Ulverston has been ordered to close for three months after a court heard ...

The proposals aim to address long-standing issues faced by pedestrians on well-used walking routes from the Scaws area into Sandgate. Ideas include widening of pavements and improving crossing ...

The first-ever South Lakes Youth Work Summit, hosted by the South Lakes Youth Work Network (SLYWN) on 5 September, brought together youth workers, volunteers, trustees, community organisations and ...

Applications for this round of the Greening Businesses Scheme are open until Sunday 25 October, and small and medium businesses of any sector located in Westmorland and Furness are eligible to apply.