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Townsfolk and representatives from Westmorland and Furness Council, Duddon Parish Council and Lancashire County Council gathered in Broughton-in-Furness for the 431st edition of an ancient ceremony marking the August Fair and renewal of the town’s market charter.

Castle Park in Penrith has officially been recognised as one of the country’s best parks after winning a prestigious Green Flag Award, the international quality mark for parks and green spaces.

A partnership comprising Westmorland and Furness Council, the Lake District National Park Authority, Cumberland Council and the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority are working together to try and address the issue of nutrient neutrality across Cumbria.

Council alongside partners enters Barrow into Cumbria in Bloom 2024.

Council running series of tennis sessions this summer at Penrith Castle Park.

Drop-in sessions held at North Scale Community Centre and The Forum saw the latest proposals for Earnse Bay, on Walney Island, shown to members of the public.

Statement from The Forum Theatre in Barrow.

Final preparations are being made as Barrow Market traders get set to move into a fantastic new home while work starts on the the multi-million pound rejuvenation of the Market Hall.

Council teams up with leisure centre and community youth organisations to offer free football sessions for young people this summer.

Council allocates £16,000 to Community Transport Grants Panel to support the provision of community transport services in Eden.