Westmorland and Furness Council14 hrs agoMore measures to enforce beach vehicle banWestmorland and Furness Council approves the plan to install a removable bollard on the road.14 hrs ago3 days agoFuneral services relocated after crematorium fireWork is under way to assess the full damage of the accidental fire at Thorncliffe Crematorium.3 days ago1 Apr 2026Rural homes 'too proud' for high energy costs fundAs the Crisis and Resilience Fund opens, a charity says the process must be simpler for communities.1 Apr 20261 Apr 2026Adult online mental health support launchedWestmorland and Furness Council launches a platform to access early mental health support 24/7.1 Apr 20261 Apr 2026New fining powers introduced ahead of Easter breakPatrols are to be carried out in the Lake District locations over the two-week period.1 Apr 202631 Mar 2026Beauty spot vehicle ban to tackle anti-social actsThe six-month clampdown plan follows complaints about people camping and leaving waste behind.31 Mar 202627 Mar 2026Crematorium roof damaged in accidental fireServices are postponed following the blaze which damaged part of Thorncliffe Crematorium.27 Mar 202627 Mar 2026Fitness centre plan for former farming collegePlans for a large fitness area in the former farming college's conference centre are submitted.27 Mar 202624 Mar 2026Council to sell Grade II listed propertySelling Mansion House in Penrith will "generate a significant capital sum", a council says.24 Mar 2026...