ROAD closures have been announced in Cumbria tonight. These closures will take place between 8pm and 6am on the night of January 20. M6 J36 (Crooklands) southbound entry slip. A66 Briery Interchange (Keswick) eastbound entry and westbound
Robbie Gotts will be closely assessed in training as he bids to make his Barrow AFC comeback. The former Leeds United midfielder is on the way back from a groin injury. The 22-year-old, out since late December, has trained this week and his
A GROUP of firefighting heroes will take on a climbing challenge for charity. The double-figure group will climb three Cumbrian peaks in March in aid of the Fire Fighters Charity. And anyone who donates to their cause and sends them a screenshot
In 1998 The Mail ran a feature about Furness Morris Men and spoke to Dermot O’Connor, a 39-year-old religious education teacher at St Bernard’s Roman Catholic School, who explained how he got involved in morris dancing. “I went to a ceilidh on
A LAKE District hotel will soon be offering guests skippered cruises on its brand new addition. This spring Storrs Hall, based on the shores of Windermere, will offer guests cruises on the Abigail Leah - a Freebody Slipper Launch handcrafter in
A BED and breakfast owner from Cartmel is appealing for her outside furniture to be returned after it was stolen from outside the property. Owner of Bed and breakfast Cartmel Square, Grange, Rachel Holcroft is appealing for her newly bought outside
FRESH from the West End is a tribute to a music icon. A Beautiful Noise celebrates the music of Neil Diamond, led by Fisher Stevens and his full live band. The internationally acclaimed production pays homage to Neil Diamond’s incredible career
CARE home residents and staff enjoyed a delicious visit from a popular fish and chip van. Residents from Elmhurst care home situated on Priory Rd, Dragley Beck, Ulverston enjoyed a special evening tea as The Old Smithy van stopped by for them to
BARROW'S MP has welcomed a new business grant that is now available to local traders. back in December, Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced a new Government cash grant for businesses most impacted by the recent Omicron wave, the Omicron Hospitality
COPELAND Council is offering support for residents this winter with a series of drop-in advice sessions at The Whitehaven Foyer. The events will be attended by organisations able to advise on finance, health, energy, employment and age-related
MORE than 100 drivers were arrested during a drink and drug driving campaign which ran throughout December, police have reported. As many as 127 people were arrested for drink and drug drive related offences, with officers conducting 450 breath
Police are concerned for the welfare of missing Robert McConnell from Barrow who was last seen yesterday (January 19) According to Cumbria Police, the 51-year-old is believed to be driving a silver Vauxhall Astra van. Anyone with information
THE Coro in Ulverston has announced its upcoming line-up for Spring-Summer 2022. The popular venue will be presenting will be presenting a variety of music, comedy, theatre, art, dance, family shows and more. The season opens with a unique
HOUSE prices increased by 1.4 per cent in November, new figures show. The boost contributes to the longer-term trend, which has seen property prices in Barrow achieve 5.7 per cent annual growth. The average Barrow house price in November was
A FOOD waste project has thanked a food retailer for its support. Ulverston Food Waste Project was previously selected as one of the Coops local causes, and has been selected again for 2022. A spokesman said: "Our seasonal celebrations began
POLICE are urging parents to check where their children are following increased concerns of anti-social behaviour. Officers are concerned about the number of anti-social behaviour incidents in Ulverston over recent weeks. Earlier this month
THE quality of bathing water at three beaches on Barrow’s beautiful coastline has been rated as excellent. Walney Biggar Bank, Walney Sandy Gap and Walney West Shore secured the highest rating possible following inspections by the Environment Agency
A NEW group exhibition will explore the 'Wind in the Willows'. The exhibition by Green Door will explore the theme of Wind in the Willows in a variety of media including paintings, prints, papercuts, mixed media, illustrations, ceramics and wood
A POPULAR carboot will be returning next month. Ulverston Auction Mart carboot will be returning for weekly carboot sales from Sunday, February 13. The event is the perfect opportunity to make some extra cash or for attendees to find some hidden
A POPULAR town pub is hosting another family fun night after the huge success of their previous night. Newton Arms Pub located on Newton Road, Dalton is hosting a family fun night on Saturday, January 29 from 8pm with appearances from special guest
A DISABLED youth group enjoyed learning the skills and techniques of boxing. Boxability is a new project from Barrow youth service YouthAbility, in partnership with ABC Boxing Club, that is now running every Tuesday night at the Brook Street gym
ACCOUNTS advertising the sale of illegal drugs in Barrow have been removed by Instagram after an investigation by The Mail - but dozens still operate on the social media site. Dozens of drug dealers are using the site as a platform to advertise
Barrow AFC boss Mark Cooper says striker Dimitri Sea has turned down the possibility of a move. The Bluebirds manager says the club have received enquiries from different sources for the French frontman. But Cooper says the 20-year-old has
The most common symptoms link to the Omicron in patients fully vaccinated against Covid have been revealed by experts. Early research shows symptoms of the new Omicron variant of coronavirus appear to differ from previous strains. Generally
Police investigating the case of Madeleine McCann have discovered new evidence against a suspect in Germany, according to reports. Madeleine was three years old when she went missing on May 3 2007 while on holiday in Portugal. Her disappearance
A NEW university campus in Barrow will bring a 'lasting legacy' to the area, says Furness MP Simon Fell. Barrow’s Learning Quarter would feature a new University of Cumbria campus on Barrow Island offering a programme of higher education as well
FOOTBALL fans will get the chance to meet a Barrow star this weekend. Barrow AFC star Joe Grayson will meet fans and sign autographs in the Club Shop ahead of their Sky Bet League Two game against Mansfield Town on Saturday. The defender is
A CHARITY dedicated to removing barriers which can exclude disabled people is paying a visit to Barrow AFC this weekend. Liam Bird from Level Playing Field will be a guest at The Dunes Hotel Stadium for Saturday’s game against Mansfield Town.
READERS say it's 'about time' that a search has been launched to find a partner to breathe new life into a derelict Barrow building. English Heritage has launched a search for a partner to help bring the Grade II-listed Furness Abbey Tavern building
A MIRACLE baby predicted not to live past birth is ‘thriving’ – and is now weeks off celebrating his first birthday. Barrow mum Sasha Lorne was told at her 30-week scan that her baby had a bleed on his brain and would likely not survive past birth
SOME of the best pictures taken in Barrow, Walney and Brock Crags. These are the latest shots taken by The Mail’s talented Camera Club. If you would like to see your pictures published in print and online, along with your byline, join The Mail
THE Bluebirds are appealing to the community to support a charity night to raise funds for an 11-year-old boy diagnosed with a rare form of cancer. Harley Anderson, from Barrow, was diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukaemia after a whirlwind day
HERE are all the latest planning applications for Barrow. Validated Two storey side extension forming ground floor utility room, wc and snug and first floor extended bedroom and additional bedroom; alteration of access to create off-road parking
A MAN accused of possessing an axe and a sledgehammer in public is due to face court. Wayne Quirk is accused of having the offensive weapons in Barrow on June 7. The 33-year-old is alleged to have had the items without a reasonable excuse in
AN arrest warrant has been issued for a man accused of stealing children's bikes and selling one. George Samuel McCluskie is alleged to have stolen two bicycles in Barrow between July 17 and 19, The 35-year-old is also accused of selling a
