News

An array of fun posters designed to showcase the Cumbrian dialect and the personalities of the people of Maryport have gone on show in the town.

Cumberland Council is set to host a free Spring fete at the Distington Walled Garden on Saturday 13 April. Following the success of previous events, the council is eager to continue showcasing the talents of local artisans and vendors. They have organised another Artisan Fete which will be held between 10am and 4pm.

Work is about to begin on the Oldside site at the Port of Workington to establish the ground conditions ahead of future development. Cumberland Council is managing the project which aims to use the location to create a clean energy and logistics hub. Around £4.5 million of funding is being provided by the Government as part of the Workington Town Deal.

The public are being asked to choose the new design of a popular play park in Maryport.

It is with great sadness that the death of Councillor Cyril Weber, Labour Member for Harraby North is announced. Cllr Weber died on Thursday 4 April.

Councillor Mark Fryer, Leader of Cumberland Council, has expressed deep concern following the announcement that a dental practice in Cockermouth will cease to provide NHS treatments, further reducing the already scarce availability of NHS dentistry in the area.

Three of west Cumbria’s fabulous foodie businesses are coming together for a cheese and wine extravaganza at this year’s Taste Cumbria festival in Wigton. The Barista Café, Wine & Tapas Bar is the location for the event which takes place on Friday 19 April from 7pm. It will play host to the cheesemakers from Torpenhow Dairy and the wine specialists from Shill’s of Cockermouth who will be sharing their wares and their expertise

Cumberland Council is reminding residents to help with a consultation for a new Public Space Protection Order (PSPO).

Families in and around Whitehaven are invited to join in the fun on Thursday, with free activities to mark the official opening of Cumberland’s first Family Hub.

Read about our latest investments in Workington community projects.