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Preparations are underway for this year’s Cumberland Council Fireshow - set to take place in Bitts Park, Carlisle on Saturday 2 November.

To help residents and businesses better understand the scope of the project, the council will host a drop-in session on Friday 1 November, from 4pm to 6pm, in the Jubilee Rooms, in Cleator.

Communities across the Cumberland area are celebrating some blooming great news after scooping several awards at this year’s ‘Cumbria in Bloom’ Awards.

Cumberland Council welcomes the findings of His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Probation’s (HMIP) inspection report on Cumberland Youth Justice Service (YJS), which acknowledges the challenges of the Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) and working with partners while commending the dedication and efforts of the YJS team.

Do you want to know your Knight from your Rook? Your King from your Pawn? Get to know more about chess and learn the skills behind the brainteaser game at an event at Hammond’s Pond Carlisle on Thursday 31 October between 10am and 12pm.

This week, buildings across Cumberland will shine in blue in recognition of Care Experienced Week, Monday 28 October - Sunday 3 November, raising awareness of the unique challenges faced by young people leaving the care system.

Households in Cumberland that have not yet responded to the annual canvass – a process which seeks to make sure electoral registration details are up to date - may soon receive a visit from a council official.

This reopening comes after a significant rockfall, caused by Storm Ashley, which led to an emergency closure between Launchy Gill and Rough Crag.

Following the successful re-launch of the inclusive cycling hub at CSA, Hensingham this summer, Cumberland Council is pleased to announce a third open event on Thursday 31 October between 10am and 12.15pm.

Local residents, community groups and businesses are being updated on exciting plans for Cleator Moor.