Latest news
School nominated for top eco award
Published 4 October 2008
COCKERMOUTH School has been nominated for a national award, the National Bursars Association ‘Eco’ award, for its work on environmental issues.
Million pound FMD compensation claim settled
Published 4 October 2008
A £4.4M COMPENSATION claim against Cumbrian law firm Baines Wilson, arising out of the foot and mouth outbreak in 2001, has been settled.
Solar panels for homes and businesses
Published 4 October 2008
TWO Cumbrian entrepreneurs have launched a company to bring solar panel technology to homes and businesses in the county.
Uncertain future for furnishing store staff in Workington
Published 4 October 2008
STAFF at a Workington furnishings store face an uncertain future after its owner was placed into administration.
Extension at aquarium to open
Published 4 October 2008
A £200,000 EXTENSION to Maryport’s popular Lakes Coast Aquarium is set to open next week.
Fight fat in fun way
Published 4 October 2008
FIGHTING fat can be fun. That’s the message from Maryport’s Netherhall Community Sports group on the launch of its third MEND programme aimed at helping overweight children aged between seven and 13.
Financial pressures on firm behind Corus revamp
Published 4 October 2008
FINANCIAL pressures on the firm behind plans to transform Workington’s Corus site won’t affect its plans, Eatonfield Developments’ chief Rob Lloyd said last night.
Heritage grant secures Keswick museum’s future and a revamp
Published 3 October 2008
A GRANT of £1.25 million from the Heritage Lottery Fund has secured the future of Keswick Museum and Art Gallery.
‘Outstanding’ say Ofsted inspectors
Published 3 October 2008
MARYPORT Infant School has outstanding features, according to an Ofsted report.
Cafe crunch - lack of cash hits expansion
Published 3 October 2008
A MARYPORT businessman’s plan to expand his cafe-bar in the town has been scuppered by a lack of regeneration cash, he claims.
Churches formally unite
Published 3 October 2008
THE MERGER of two Workington churches will formally take place at a joining service this Sunday.
Affordable homes crisis gets £6 million solution
Published 3 October 2008
FORTY-TWO new houses will be built in Keswick in a £6m response to the district’s affordable homes crisis.
New coaches in drive to boost interest in sport
Published 3 October 2008
A SECOND dan black belt in karate and a footballer who has swapped a professional career to teach others have joined the staff at Maryport’s Netherhall School Community Sports Centre.
Council warning over phone security offers
Published 3 October 2008
CUMBRIAN people are being urged to be wary of businesses that telephone householders and offer free security surveys.
Charity ploughing match raises £1,500
Published 3 October 2008
A CHARITY ploughing match set against the stunning backdrop of the Solway Firth has raised £1,500 for charity Hospice at Home West Cumbria.
Anniversary celebration for twin town visit
Published 3 October 2008
PLANS are being finalised for the 25th twinning anniversary visit between Cockermouth and its twin town of Marvejols.
property
jobs
date