Barrow-in-Furness2 days agoTown to get £1.5m extra fire cash for defence roleThe funding is expected to generate extra jobs and improve frontline response.2 days ago3 days agoOld paper mill site blaze suspected arson attackThe site is to be demolished after a fire devastated buildings, burned cars and destroyed workshops.3 days ago4 days agoBypass opens to ease traffic bottleneckLocal people have been campaigning for years for improvements to the narrow stretch on the A595.4 days ago6 days agoRoad shut as recycling hub fire blazes overnightCumbria Fire and Rescue Service is expected to stay at the Barrow site all day.6 days ago29 Jul 2026Derelict pub to be replaced by flatsCouncillors approve the demolition of Barrow's former Queens Arms, which closed almost 20 years ago.29 Jul 202627 Jul 2026Nursery closed over 'risk of harm' to childrenBright Horizons Nursery will remain closed for six weeks while inquiries are carried out. 27 Jul 202625 Jul 2026Local band thought Kendal Calling offer was a scamThe Silver Bars say playing the main stage still has not sunk in.25 Jul 202624 Jul 2026No safety sign two years after dog swept awayIt is hoped the sign will be installed by the end of next week, but the delay remains unexplained. 24 Jul 202623 Jul 2026Coastal path opens up 'spectacular' viewsThe newly-opened route in Cumbria is the latest stretch of the King Charles III path around England.23 Jul 2026...
