Westmorland and Furness Council9 hrs ago'Keep sorting recycling' despite bin lorry mixingWestmorland and Furness Council admits some lorries mix some rubbish, but insists it is recycled.9 hrs ago19 hrs agoPoor recycling blamed for high household wasteCouncils say people in Cumbria are putting recyclable rubbish in the wrong bin.19 hrs ago1 day agoNew combined authority 'to bring positive change'Cumbria will elect a new mayor next year so it can access devolved powers and £330m of investment.1 day ago5 days agoSudden market closure traders get compensationWestmorland and Furness Council says it is working on opening a temporary space in a few weeks.5 days ago5 days ago'Positive' plan for market before sudden closureWestmorland and Furness Council says it is supporting traders now the building has been vacated.5 days ago8 days agoSudden market closure beggars belief, traders sayWestmorland and Furness Council says the building has reached the end of its life.8 days ago17 Feb 2026Market and theatre have 'reached end of life'Assessments found leaks in the market during recent rain and it will now be fully closed.17 Feb 202614 Feb 2026Where to find half-term family funActivities at libraries and visitor attractions will keep children entertained during the holiday.14 Feb 202613 Feb 2026Beauty spot fully reopens after four yearsA team proves there was no "significant" movement of the footpath to Ruskin's View in Cumbria.13 Feb 2026...
