A Cumbrian-based fuels firm has announced the merger of two of its businesses. WCF Ltd is combining its Cumbrian and Lancashire distribution networks by bringing together WCF Fuels North West […]
Category: Business
Random Acts of Kindness Day
Stagecoach brought a touch of generosity to Carlisle this week on Random Acts of Kindness Day [Tuesday 17 February] by leaving golden envelopes on board its local buses. Throughout the […]
Toolkit launched to help businesses understand new tax reporting requirements
An easy-to-digest toolkit has been created by an accountancy firm to help businesses understand new income tax reporting criteria. The Government is introducing its Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income […]
On the same page: Fibrus’ booklets help Scouts stay safe online
Fibrus Broadband launched a major collaboration with Cumbria Scouts this week with the Full Fibre broadband provider producing online safety booklets that will help hundreds of scouts get their Digital […]
New Rehab Room at Cumbrian Vet Practice Helping Dogs Get Back on Their Paws
A Cumbrian vet practice has opened a specialised Rehab Room to help its clients. The new facility at Paragon Veterinary Group’s Dalston centre is equipped with the latest kit to […]
Kirkgate Centre’s tech boost arrives just in time for panto – oh, yes it does!
Arts centre Kirkgate Centre can go to the hi-tech ball – thanks to a near-£2,000 grant from its own fairy godmother, Full-Fibre broadband provider Fibrus. The community-led theatre and arts […]
Accountants expand South Cumbrian team with apprentices
A leading accountancy firm has developed its team in South Cumbria with the appointment of two apprentices. Saint & Co Chartered Accountants, which has offices across the county, has welcomed […]
Teenage engineer’s role in £60m railway bridge replacement
A 17-year-old trainee engineer has been praised for the ‘vital role’ he played in a landmark railway bridge replacement project. Alex Nicholson is learning his trade at Carlisle-based Peacock Precision […]
Jewellery expert offering free valuations as gold and silver prices ‘rocket’
Households across the north west are sitting on hidden treasure troves that may be worth thousands of pounds, a leading jewellery and precious metals expert has said. A recent surge […]
Business group created to drive entrepreneur’s growth ambitions
A business group incorporating three companies owned by an ambitious young entrepreneur has been launched. Peacock Group brings together separate businesses founded and developed by 36-year-old Kieron Peacock, setting up […]
Comedian Helen Lederer special guest at Cumbrian networking event
An absolutely fabulous evening is in store for attendees at a Cumbrian business networking event this month when comedian and actor Helen Lederer joins them as a special guest. She […]
Young people at risk of homelessness giving helping hand by local estate agency
A Cumbrian estate agency has shown its support for young people facing homelessness by making a generous donation at Christmas. Fine & Country Cumbria has donated a combined total of […]
How to avoid scams this Christmas
Cumbrians are being urged to stay alert ahead of Christmas to scams designed to catch people out during one of the busiest times of the year. Both The Cumberland and […]
Finishing touches as new railway bridge is prepared to be lifted into place
The final preparations are being made ahead of a major project to replace a 137-metre-long railway bridge over the M6. Network Rail will demolish the existing West Coast Main Line […]
Donkeys spread Christmas joy across Cumbria
Miniature donkeys in Santa hats toured organisations across Cumbria to spread some Christmas cheer. The popular four-legged friends from Wyeknot Donkeys again put smiles on the faces of the people […]
Magic of Christmas comes to Kirkbride
Christmas wishes really did come true for the pupils at Kirkbride Primary School when elves arrived from the North Pole, bringing gifts and festive cheer ahead of the Christmas holidays. […]
Smart new look for the Cumberland’s Annan branch
The people of Annan have given an enthusiastic welcome to the town’s new-look Cumberland Building Society branch. The High Street premises reopened on Tuesday following a three-month closure for refurbishment. […]
Accountancy firm develops tax department by investing in the future workforce
A leading Cumbrian accountancy firm is developing its tax department by welcoming two apprentices to the team. University graduates Kes Fountain (23) and Jaimie Anderson (22) have started their careers […]