Westmorland and Furness Council1 day agoFresh plans for caravan site after objectionsThe applicant wants to turn the agricultural land into a holiday park with 100 caravans.1 day ago3 days agoWork aims to delay potholes forming for 10 yearsSixty roads in Cumbria are set to be covered with a surface layer less prone to weather damage.3 days ago3 days agoWork to restore ancient bridge could take monthsStonework from Nether bridge needs to be recovered from the River Kent after damage in a crash.3 days ago7 days agoDisused council office sold to housing developerDeveloper Atkinson Homes says options include turning the listed property into affordable homes.7 days ago17 Jun 2026'Unsafe' toys seized at travellers' fairA two-day operation at the fair finds "potentially dangerous counterfeit versions of viral toys".17 Jun 202616 Jun 2026Fire-hit crematorium shuts for weeks of repairsThe roof and chimneys are being replaced at Barrow's Thorncliffe Crematorium.16 Jun 202615 Jun 2026Four sets of roadworks planned for same roadWestmorland and Furness Council says it will try to keep disruptions to a minimum.15 Jun 20269 Jun 2026'Barrow has lost its identity and its heart''Exciting moment' as artists and council leaders seek to reinvigorate art and culture in Barrow.9 Jun 20269 Jun 2026Rejected Gypsy heritage statue to tour EuropeArtist Jake Bowers says he felt insulted when the council turned down his proposal.9 Jun 2026...
