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From a galaxy far, far away comes an absolute must see for fans of Star Wars and the silver screen. A stunning May The Toys Be With You exhibition opens at The Beacon Museum, Whitehaven on Saturday 27 April and is one of the UK's finest collections of vintage Star Wars toys and original cinema posters.

Cumberland Council and Westmorland and Furness Council have confirmed - in a letter to the UK Government - their commitment to joint working across their council boundaries.

Community events extended across Cumberland this summer

The next phase of improvements on Maryport’s promenade is underway.

A successful funding scheme has resulted in grants totalling more than £1.3 million being given to businesses, social enterprises and community organisations in Cumberland.

The Cumbrian Coast Line Community Rail Partnership has been highly praised for their innovative work promoting accessible and active travel.

With less than a week to go until the voter registration deadline for local elections on 2 May, anyone wanting to vote must make sure they are election ready.

The transformation of a former bank into a new arts and enterprise centre for the community of Millom and Haverigg has taken another step forward. Planning permission has been granted for the £2 million scheme.

Councillors, officers and stakeholders gathered today (10 April) to celebrate the £2.3 million investment in Eskdale House Residential Care Home, Longtown. The official opening event showcased the features of the recently refurbished care home, with works focussing on dementia care and sustainability.

Local residents will soon be asked to have their say on proposed improvements for Parkland Village play area in Carlisle. A public consultation gets underway on Tuesday 9 April and continues until 5pm on Tuesday 30 April.