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A provisional completion date for the Sands Centre, Carlisle RAAC auditorium roof replacement has been revealed.

During National Adoption Week (21 to 27 October), Cumbria Adoption joins the nationwide ‘You Can Adopt’ campaign to increase understanding of modern adoption and show that ‘the journey to a family is not always a traditional one’.

A significant rock fall caused by the impact of Storm Ashley has resulted in an emergency road closure on West Road, Thirlmere, between Launchy Gill and Rough Crag.

A new scheme to support looked after children, foster carers and their families has been launched in Cumbria.

Cumberland Council is inviting parents, carers, schools, and any interested resident or organisation to share their views in a public consultation on its proposed Home to School Travel Policy. The consultation, open from Monday 21 October to Monday 9 December aims to gather feedback on its proposals which aim to make school travel arrangements more flexible to meet the changing needs of children, service demands, and market pressures.

Sellafield boost for Maryport’s Carlton project

The works are scheduled to start on Sunday 20 October 2024, until Friday 25 October. The work will take place daily from 7.00am to 6.00pm, weather permitting, which may result in last-minute changes.

Cumberland Council is keeping residents informed about the ongoing £1 million upgrade project on the A5086 in Frizington.

Fostering can mean everything to those involved. That is the message of Cumbria Fostering’s emotive new short film, created in collaboration with over 100 councils.

The 2024 Taste Cumbria food festival in Cockermouth brought £2.2 million into the local economy, independent research has revealed.