Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria — the stories that matter on your street
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Police are concerned for the welfare of a missing man, who was last seen in the area of Furness General Hospital in Barrow this morning. Robert Parlia, 32, was last seen at about 6am. He is described as white, about 6ft tall, of medium build, with dark,…
Read the full story → Share on FacebookThank you for sharing this original missing person appeal. This appeal, with personal details, was originally shared to help find them as soon as possible. Now they have been found, to support them and respect their privacy, please delete any posts shared on…
Read the full story → Share on FacebookA 29-year-old man circulated earlier today as missing from Barrow has been located safe and well. Thank you to all who shared the appeal.
Read the full story → Share on FacebookA man’s body has been found in Barrow. The body was found earlier this afternoon (28 December) in the Holker Street area shortly before 1:45pm. The family of Oliver Davey, who was reported missing, have been informed.
Read the full story → Share on FacebookA 42-year-old man circulated as missing yesterday evening (22 Sept) has been safely located. Thank you to all who shared the appeal.
Read the full story → Share on FacebookUpdate 10pm 7 April - We can confirm that a body has been recovered following a multi-agency search for a missing 17-year-old male at High Dam Tarn. This follows a multi-agency rescue operation with teams deploying from Cumbria Constabulary, Cumbria Fire and…
Read the full story → Share on FacebookThank you for sharing this original missing person appeal. This appeal, with personal details, was originally shared to help find them as soon as possible. Now they have been found, to support them and respect their privacy, please delete any posts shared on…
Read the full story → Share on FacebookA West Cumbria man circulated as missing yesterday (16 Jan) has been located safe and well. Thank you to all who shared the appeal.
Read the full story → Share on FacebookThe stories being talked about on the streets of Barrow-in-Furness.
Barrow forward Innes Cameron says a tough week of training after two defeats gave them the character to earn their first point of the season at Harrogate.
Read the full story →A man from Barrow has been convicted after an incident involving an off-road bike in September 2024. Harrison Ainsbury, 20, of Watergarth, Barrow appeared before Barrow-in-Furness Magistrates' Court yesterday (12 August) after pleading guilty to driving a…
Read the full story →Latest update - 9:23pm, 14/8/26 A man arrested following an incident reported in Rawlinson Street in Barrow on Wednesday evening (12 Aug) has been released with no further action today (14 Aug). The man handed himself in to police on Wednesday (13 Aug)…
Read the full story →Cumbria Police is appealing for information after a report that a child was approached by a man in Rawlinson Street yesterday evening (12 Aug). The approach is believed to have occurred at around 7.45pm. Whilst there was no physical contact with the…
Read the full story →Furness Neighbourhood Policing Team, alongside partners from Immigration Enforcement, Trading Standards, HMRC, Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service and Westmorland and Furness Council, made four arrests and seized a number of illicit goods during a large-scale…
Read the full story →Emergency services are in attendance at a fire in Barrow this evening (27 July). The fire was reported shortly before 6.50pm at a number of domestic garages at Salthouse Mills Industrial Estate. A number of fire appliances are in attendance and are…
Read the full story →A man from Barrow has been sentenced to 45 months in prison for drug dealing in Barrow. Bailey Dutton, 20, who at the time of this offence was already on licence after being sentenced to 3-years imprisonment for drugs offences in 2025, was sentenced at…
Read the full story →A man from Barrow has been sentenced to two years and two months in prison following a violent assault at a petrol garage in Barrow last year. Brandon Stone, aged 28, of Barrow, was sentenced at Preston Crown Court yesterday (26 May) after pleading guilty at…
Read the full story →A man who carried out a robbery armed with a knife has been jailed. Thomas Dempsey, 36, of Lord Street, Barrow was sentenced at Preston Crown Court after admitting charges of robbery and three counts of possession of a knife in a public place. The court…
Read the full story →Police were called at 16:56pm yesterday (14 May) to reports of a two-vehicle collision on the A590, Barrow. The collision involved a motorbike and a wagon. An 18-year-old man – the motorcyclist - was taken to Preston Hospital via air ambulance having suffered…
Read the full story →Emergency services are currently responding to a road traffic collision in Barrow on the A590. The collision, involving two vehicles, was reported to police at 4:56pm today (14 May) and occurred on Park Road. Park Road is closed in both directions…
Read the full story →Do you recognise this man? Officers are seeking to identify him as part of an investigation into an incident of criminal damage that occurred on 2 April 2026 in Barrow-in-Furness. A window was smashed at the front of a property by a man who arrived by…
Read the full story →A man from Barrow has been jailed today (8 May) for attempting to engage in sexual communication with a child. Michael Creighton, 51, of Vernon Street, Barrow in Furness was sentenced to three years for the following offences: Five counts of attempting to…
Read the full story →Cumbria Police is appealing for witnesses and information – including CCTV and doorbell footage - following a serious road traffic collision in which a police officer was injured. Police received a number of calls at around 11.20pm last night (1 May)…
Read the full story →Officers from Barrow’s Neighbourhood Policing Team have seized a bike and made an arrest as part of an investigation into criminal damage to a vehicle on Andrews Way, Barrow. The report followed a rise in reports of anti-social behaviour (ASB) in Barrow…
Read the full story →A personal safety phone app that aims to give people and their loved ones a greater peace of mind when they’re out-and-about has launched in Barrow. WalkSafe will help those who live, work or visit the town plan their journeys home and days and nights out…
Read the full story →Barrow Neighbourhood Policing Team are appealing for information from members of the public following an increased level of ASB in Barrow involving e-bikes. Over recent days there have been several reports of Sur-ron and pedal e-bikes being ridden in the town…
Read the full story →Police are appealing for witnesses to the movement of a vehicle following an incident in Barrow last night ( February 27 ). Two pedestrians, both men, were in collision with what is believed to be a white Jeep in Buccleuch Court shortly after 11.05pm. The men…
Read the full story →A man from Barrow has been jailed for six years for drug supply offences involving heroin and cocaine. Peter Barry, 57, of Rodney Street, Barrow was sentenced yesterday (28 January) for two counts of possession with intent to supply drugs and two counts of…
Read the full story →Cumbria Police have condemned the actions of a Barrow man after he was sentenced for racial abuse he sent to a premier league footballer. Harry Brown, aged 25, of Maple Street, targeted Fulham player Rodrigo Muniz twice after the striker had scored goals in…
Read the full story →Police in Barrow are investigating four reports of damage in the Dalton Road and Hindpool road areas of Barrow overnight (21-22 Jan). Four incidents were reported overnight whereby damage was caused to a number of vehicles and to businesses on Dalton Road,…
Read the full story →Police are appealing for people to check doorbell footage following a number of reports of car break-ins and attempted car break-ins in the Kendal area overnight (21-22 Jan). Police have received reports relating to Hallgarth, as well as Kirkbarrow and…
Read the full story →A man from Barrow has been jailed for five years and four months for drug supply offences. Liam Johnston, 23 of Broadway, Barrow was sentenced on Monday (12 Jan) for offences including being concerned in the supply of cocaine and cannabis and possession with…
Read the full story →On Saturday (10 January), officers from Barrow’s Neighbourhood Policing team carried out an operation to target road safety, anti-social use of bikes, and drug supply on Barrow Island and Walney. These issues have been raised as priority concerns by residents…
Read the full story →Barrow Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) have acted on concerns raised by local residents and secured a closure order for a property on Ship Street, Barrow. Police were granted the closure order at South Cumbria Magistrates Court today (5 Jan). The closure…
Read the full story →Cumbria Police is appealing for witnesses following an incident in the Salthouse Road area of Barrow this morning (1 Jan). Police were contacted at around 7.45am this morning reporting a man had been stabbed, suffering a neck injury. Emergency services…
Read the full story →The relatives of a man who died in Barrow have paid tribute to his life. Oliver Davey, aged 20, was found deceased in the Holker Street area shortly before 1:45pm yesterday (28 December). His death is not being treated as suspicious. In tribute, his family…
Read the full story →Police in Barrow are appealing for information as part of an investigation into residential burglary which occurred on Mulberry Way, Barrow yesterday (23 December). The incident is believed to have occurred during the day or into the early evening between 10…
Read the full story →Residents in Barrow are being reminded to be vigilant and take steps to protect their properties. The reminder comes as police have received a number of reports of burglaries in the Hawcoat Lane area in December. All are being investigated and officers from…
Read the full story →Two men from Barrow are the latest to have been sentenced for their role in supplying drugs in Barrow as part of a dedicated operation by the Westmorland and Furness Community and Serious Organised Crime (CSOC) unit. The investigation, Operation Filler, led…
Read the full story →A man has been charged with GBH and possession of a bladed article following an incident in Cambridge Street in Barrow on Tuesday afternoon (16 Dec). Mohammed Faqiri, 27, of Cambridge Street in Barrow has been charged with the offences this evening (17 Dec)…
Read the full story →Update issued 8:56pm, 16 December 2025 Investigations remain ongoing into a suspected stabbing which occurred in Barrow earlier today (16 December). Police were contacted shortly after 3pm with a report that a man, aged in his 30s, had suffered serious…
Read the full story →Police continue to appeal for witnesses in relation to the road traffic collision on Hindpool Road in Barrow that involved a car and a pedestrian on 10 December 2025. Officers from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit would like to speak to anyone that…
Read the full story →Police were called to Hindpool Road, Barrow – near to DW Fitness – following a report of a collision involving a car and a pedestrian. It happened yesterday ( December 10 ) at 4.16pm. The pedestrian – a woman, in her eighties, from the Barrow area – sustained…
Read the full story →A man from Barrow has been charged by Westmorland and Furness Community and Serious Organised Crime (CSOC) officers following a warrant on Saturday 29 November. Officers conducted the early morning search warrant at an address on Broadway, Barrow. Liam…
Read the full story →Officers, including armed police officers, have been conducting enquiries at various addresses in the Barrow, Ulverston, Dalton, and Askham-in-Furness areas as police continue to investigate an incident reported on Thursday night (30 Oct). Police were called…
Read the full story →Operation Colossus returned to Barrow again last week (Friday 17 October) which saw more drivers stopped and spoken to regarding their vehicles and driving manner. 130 cars were stopped and, thankfully, most drivers were compliant. However, officers did size…
Read the full story →A man who raped a girl almost thirty years ago has been jailed for six years. Steven Monk-Dalton, aged 56, who used to reside in Barrow but more recently lived in Ibiza, Spain, was jailed on 10 October after a jury found him guilty of a rape committed in the…
Read the full story →Cumbria Police would like to thank people in the local community who responded positively to an appeal for CCTV footage to assist in an investigation following an incident in Anson Street in Barrow. The footage submitted assisted greatly with the…
Read the full story →A 45-year-old man from Barrow circulated as wanted for recall to prison on 9 October 2025 has been arrested over the weekend. Thank you to all who assisted with the appeal.
Read the full story →Alerts and announcements from the town and county councils.
Cumberland Council is reminding young people and families that anti-social behaviour on public transport will not be tolerated following recent incidents on bus services across the area.
Read the full story →Cumberland Council is thanking everyone who attended last Friday's drop-in session for the Carlisle Market Hall Bus Hub improvement project and reminding bus users of the temporary arrangements that will be in place when works begin on Tuesday 1 September.
Read the full story →Westmorland and Furness Council is holding a forum to support private landlords and managing agents to stay up to date with changes in housing law and provide guidance on maintaining good-quality homes.
Read the full story →Residents and visitors are being encouraged to make the most of the August Bank Holiday weekend as the Carlisle International Market returns to the city centre.
Read the full story →We are encouraging families to check whether they are eligible for Free School Meals (FSM), following changes to national eligibility rules, which mean that from September 2026 all households receiving Universal Credit can apply, regardless of income.…
Read the full story →Westmorland and Furness Council will continue to provide key services over the Summer Bank Holiday but some of its offices will be closed on Monday 31 August 2026.
Read the full story →Business owners and operators have just a few days left to take part in the council's annual business survey.
Read the full story →The doors of The Carlton, one of Maryport’s most prominent buildings will soon open to the public as an entertainment and events venue with office and workshop space also available to rent.
Read the full story →Cumberland Council is set to carry out carriageway resurfacing works on the U4106 Hinnings Road, Distington, helping to improve the condition of the highway and provide safer, smoother journeys for residents, businesses and visitors.
Read the full story →The transformation of the Cleator Moor Activity Centre has been completed, marking a significant milestone for the Cleator Moor Town Deal programme.
Read the full story →Cumberland Council will begin essential maintenance works on the C1041 at Cammock Cottage Bridge on Tuesday 1 September 2026, with works expected to take approximately four weeks, subject to weather and site conditions.
Read the full story →Cumberland Council has successfully completed the Dow Beck (Caldewgate) Culvert strengthening scheme in Carlisle, marking an important milestone in improving the long-term resilience of this key infrastructure asset.
Read the full story →Cumberland Council will begin a bridge deck replacement on the U2093 at Bridekirk Bridge, Bridekirk, Cockermouth on Tuesday 1 September 2026, with works expected to take approximately three weeks, subject to weather and site conditions.
Read the full story →Westmorland and Furness Council is pleased to be able to announce the continuation of the post-16 transport bursary scheme given the financial sustainability challenges the Council is facing, helping young people access post-16 education and training.
Read the full story →Thousands of spectators gathered across Cumberland on Wednesday 19 August to watch the opening stage of the Lloyds Tour of Britain Women, enjoying a day of world-class cycling as the race passed through communities across the area.
Read the full story →The results for the Cumberland Council Harraby South ward by-election held on Thursday August 20 have been announced.
Read the full story →Construction is underway on an Enterprise Campus based in Leconfield Industrial Estate in Cleator Moor.
Read the full story →Cumberland Council is reminding residents; businesses and visitors of upcoming road closures and traffic management arrangements associated with the Workington Gateway Project and other planned highway improvements. Some dates have been revised following…
Read the full story →Council and Cumbria Wildlife Trust recognised by DEFRA as Bees’ Needs Champion 2026.
Read the full story →After months of hard work, revision and preparation, young people across Cumberland are receiving their GCSE results today. The results will help shape their next steps into sixth form, college, apprenticeships, training or employment.
Read the full story →Cumberland Council is set to carry out essential carriageway resurfacing works on the A69 Warwick Road in Carlisle to help keep the road safe and in good condition for road users.
Read the full story →Schools across Westmorland and Furness are today welcoming their young people back to receive their GCSE results. The day marks an important milestone for pupils as they take their next step in their education, training or employment journey.
Read the full story →On the build up to the bank holiday on Monday 31 August, Cumberland Council is reminding residents how to access its services.
Read the full story →A review is underway of the Learn to Swim programme offered by Penrith Swimming Club.
Read the full story →A new community rail project is helping people with disabilities gain the confidence and skills to travel independently by train while promoting some of the outstanding attractions along the Cumbrian Coast Line.
Read the full story →Cumberland Council is inviting residents, businesses and road users to have their say on a series of proposed speed limit changes across North Cumberland as part of its ongoing commitment to improving road safety across the area.
Read the full story →Residents in the Cumberland Council area of Harraby South ward are being urged to prepare ahead of the by-election taking place on Thursday 20 August.
Read the full story →Cumberland Council's zero-tolerance approach to littering has led to a Carlisle man being ordered to pay a fine and costs totalling £460 after he ignored a Fixed Penalty Notice issued for dropping a cigarette end in the city centre.
Read the full story →A new pocket park is set to be created in Dalton with funding from the Borderlands programme, transforming a vacant town-centre site into a new space for residents for everyday use and community events.
Read the full story →Work is progressing well on a significant extension at Beaconside CofE Primary School, which will create additional school places and expand specialist provision for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
Read the full story →Young people across Westmorland and Furness are celebrating today as they receive their A-Level, BTEC and T Level results and take the next step towards higher education, apprenticeships, training and employment.
Read the full story →It is now easier than ever for families in Westmorland and Furness to start their child’s reading journey from birth. Parents registering the birth of their baby are now being offered the opportunity to get their baby’s first library card at the same time.
Read the full story →The refurbishment of the public toilet facilities on Fell Street in Barrow has now been successfully completed, delivering improved, modern amenities for residents and visitors.
Read the full story →Have your say in a statutory consultation on proposals for 17 community-backed 20mph speed limit schemes across Westmorland and Furness.
Read the full story →Cumbria Local Government Pension Fund colleagues joined charity cyclist Ewan McCulloch at Carlisle Castle this week as he set off on a 1,300km journey across England to raise money for charities and community projects.
Read the full story →The Westmorland and Furness Community Safety Partnership is launching a Community Conversation to support the development of the new Community Safety Partnership Plan for 2027-30.
Read the full story →For the 2026-27 academic year, Cumbria Adult Learning is offering a wide range of courses designed to help learners gain qualifications, enhance their employment skills, explore new hobbies and interests, and improve their health and wellbeing.
Read the full story →Westmorland and Furness Council is proud to launch its new Breastfeeding Welcome Scheme across its public-facing council buildings as part of celebrations for World Breastfeeding Week 2026.
Read the full story →A brand-new road that bypasses one of the worst bottlenecks in the area is set to be opened this weekend.
Read the full story →The UK’s newest long-distance walking route, the Westmorland and Furness Way, will be officially launched on 15 September 2026.
Read the full story →Broader local and regional coverage from trusted sources.
A morning patrol in the Lake District has uncovered fly-tipped waste and evidence of prohibited barbecues being used.
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A new photography and film exhibition created by young people from West Cumbria is set to open at The Beacon Portal in Whitehaven.
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Cumbria police are investigating after a man was seen trying vehicle and front door handles in Carlisle.
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A South Cumbrian estate's head gardener of 40 years has received a historic George IV silver hunting snuff box as a leaving gift ahead of his retirement next week.
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A Lake District motorsport show has attracted nearly 850 vehicles for its latest event.
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Gleeson Homes wants to build 165 houses off the A65, a main entry point to the Lake District.
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Cumbria Fire Service asks people to postpone controlled burns as land is "still very dry".
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Fans from the North East and Cumbria pay tribute, including James Barker who wrote his thesis on her.
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Drivers are warned of travel disruption in Cumbria as two bridges are set to close for repairs.
Read the full story →Cumbria Police are using a new national AI-powered call routing system designed to help members of the public reach the right service more quickly, while reducing pressure on police call handlers. The new technology, introduced today (18 August), will…
Read the full story →The incident this morning (10 Aug) involving a man on a roof in Warwick Square in Carlisle has been safely resolved. The man safely came down at around 8.20pm. He is now in police custody, having been arrested. Cumbria Police would like to thank the public…
Read the full story →Cumbria Police is appealing for witnesses and video footage as part of an investigation into a series of burglaries and thefts in rural areas. On Friday evening (7 Aug), into the early hours of Saturday (8 Aug), police received a number of reports of groups…
Read the full story →Drink and drug drivers were among those targeted in Cumbria during a national month-long road safety campaign targeting the Fatal Four. Operation Spotlight is a national road safety operation which focuses on the Fatal Four: Speeding Using a mobile phone at…
Read the full story →A Carlisle man will appear at court charged with rape and sexual assault following a police investigation. Matthew Stewart, aged 31, will appear at North Cumbria Magistrates’ Court on 24 August 2026. Stewart has been charged with: Rape Sexual…
Read the full story →A week-long countywide operation targeting wanted individuals resulted in arrests for offences including Class A drug supply, sexual offences and violence. Operation Merlin is Cumbria Constabulary���s on-going operation seeking out wanted individuals,…
Read the full story →A new multi-agency way of helping people suffering domestic abuse in Cumbria has been officially launched with an event near Penrith. High-risk offenders are being targeted – and their victims protected – through the Drive Project in Cumbria. This sees…
Read the full story →A dedicated road safety operation using a specially equipped HGV cab has identified several motorists putting themselves and others at risk on Cumbria's roads. The latest deployment of Operation Tramline, which took place week between 13th and 20th July,…
Read the full story →Police are appealing for information following two incidents of exposure in the West Cumbria area. The first incident took place on the evening of 11 July on Parton Beach, at approximately 7:30pm. The second took place around 3.30pm on 22 July in the area…
Read the full story →A man has been charged after officers stopped his vehicle and located 1kg of cocaine. Njazi Altini, 37, of Golders Green Road, London was charged by detectives from Westmorland and Furness’ CID with possession with intent to supply cocaine and was remanded…
Read the full story →A drug dealer who was caught with 39kg of cocaine in his car, worth almost £4 million, has been jailed at Carlisle Crown Court today (21 July). The seizure is one of the most significant drugs seizures in Cumbria to date. Courtney Gaston-Hird, 34, of London…
Read the full story →Cumbria Constabulary has secured the top grading under a new national police performance framework, reinforcing its reputation as one of the highest-performing forces in the country HMICFRS has graded the Constabulary with a Level One in the new Policing…
Read the full story →Two Cumbria police officers have been honoured at the National Police Bravery Awards after displaying extraordinary courage, professionalism and dedication to protecting the public during a violent knife attack in Carlisle. PCs Heather Watson and Matthew…
Read the full story →Digital experts at Cumbria Police have reached out to offer advice to hundreds of schools, businesses and charities to warn them about cyber crime during a week-long campaign. Officers and staff from the county’s Cyber and Digital Crime Unit have offered…
Read the full story →Neighbourhood policing teams across Cumbria delivered a week of proactive activity last week to tackle crime, address anti-social behaviour and strengthen community relationships as part of national Neighbourhood Policing Week (15-19 June). Officers and…
Read the full story →Copeland Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT), alongside Cumbria Police’s Tactical Support Group and the Constabulary Nuclear Estates Team, have been carrying out warrant activity in West Cumbria this week as part of Neighbourhood Policing Week. A warrant…
Read the full story →Cumbria Police’s dedicated road safety operation, Operation Colossus, was in Cleator Moor, South Whitehaven and St Bees on Friday 12 June, as part of ongoing efforts to keep roads safe across the county. Officers were out throughout the afternoon, stopping a…
Read the full story →South Lakes Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) have this week secured two closure orders at separate properties on Kirkland View, Kendal. Police were granted the orders at South Cumbria Magistrates Court yesterday (16 June). The closure orders follow repeated…
Read the full story →Copeland Neighbourhood Policing Team and the Local Focus Hub welcomed a number of guests on 15 June 2026, including the Mayor of Whitehaven, Councillor Raymond Gill, the Deputy Lord Lieutenant for Cumbria, Gerard Richardson, and Whitehaven Town Council Clerk,…
Read the full story →Police in Cumbria are urging people to help them protect the vulnerable from “heartless, cold and ruthless” fraudsters targeting victims by phone. Officers have also enlisted the help of pharmacists, taxi drivers and businesses to assist them in warning the…
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Cumbria's arduous terrain tests war readiness of allies elite.
Read the full story →Police in Cumbria are stressing there is no excuse for domestic abuse ahead of the World Cup – as officers continue to enhance measures to tackle offenders and protect potential victims. In previous years, there has been an increase in reports of domestic…
Read the full story →Dedicated volunteers attended a ceremony on 2 June which celebrated their incredible contributions to their communities. The Citizens in Policing awards evening was held at the North Lakes Hotel on Tuesday, honouring the exceptional efforts and achievements…
Read the full story →A man has been charged by officers from Westmorland & Furness’ Neighbourhood Support Team following a vehicle stop which uncovered 39kg of cocaine near Penrith on Wednesday (3 June). Courtney Gaston-Hird, 34, of Sandholme Lane, Lincoln, has been charged with…
Read the full story →A specialist-led inspection has rated Cumbria Constabulary “Good” for its leadership and partnership approach to protecting children. The inspection, carried out by HMICFRS, recognises the Constabulary’s clear commitment to child-centred policing, strong…
Read the full story →Cumbria Police is marking National Volunteers’ Week by recognising the invaluable contribution of its volunteers, including Police Support Volunteers (PSVs), Special Constables (volunteer police officers), cadets and cadet leaders. Together, they generously…
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Andrew Carter meets the Cumbria emergency service you've not heard of.
Read the full story →A man who committed burglaries in South Cumbria in December 2025 has been jailed. Craig Butterworth, 53, of Fern Isle Close, Rochdale was sentenced to four years in prison today (28 May) after pleading guilty to four counts of burglary. Butterworth admitted…
Read the full story →Cumbria Police is appealing for witnesses following a fatal road traffic collision that occurred on Ennerdale Road in Cleator Moor at around 4.25pm yesterday (26 May). A woman in her 70s was crossing the road with her grandchild when they were struck by a…
Read the full story →Cumbria Constabulary is currently experiencing a technical issue with the non-emergency 101 phone number. The issue is affecting non-emergency calls. Emergency 999 calls are unaffected and continue to be answered. Work is underway to resolve the issue. In…
Read the full story →A burglar who targeted city centre businesses is behind bars following work by Carlisle’s Neighbourhood Policing team. Stephen Francis Morton, aged 47, of no fixed abode, was sentenced at North Cumbria Magistrates’ Court earlier this week (18 May) to eight…
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