Volunteering for three projects in Barrow has given people “enjoyment for life” and a renewed passion for their hometown. They have been organised by Helping Hands, a two-year project that […]
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Bus passengers enjoy an upgrade in Barrow
Bus users in Barrow have been enjoying a smoother ride thanks to an upgrade to vehicles on the Barrow/Ulverston to Kendal route. Seven new double-deckers on the Kendal to Barrow/Ulverston […]
Preferred bidder selected in hunt for new King of Piel Island
The search for a new landlord to run one of the UK’s most unique public houses has taken a step forward – with the selection of a preferred applicant. Earlier […]
Cumbria County Council set to resume Jubilee Bridge essential maintenance works
CUMBRIA County Council’s essential maintenance works programme on Jubilee Bridge in Barrow is set to resume tomorrow (Wednesday 29 April), following a review of the authority’s construction schemes in response […]
District councils delivering grant scheme to help businesses affected by coronavirus launched
ELIGIBLE businesses in Allerdale, Barrow, Carlisle, Copeland, Eden and South Lakeland that are affected by the government’s actions to stem the spread of coronavirus, can now apply for financial support […]
PHX donation helps charity combat mental health issues
A REGIONAL training provider has dug deep to support a mental health charity in Cumbria. Staff at PHX Training raised money as part of its annual staff conference, with the […]
Our Fitness Instructor Suzanne says ‘Thanks for having me!’
FIRSTLY, I’d like to start by introducing myself. My name is Suzanne and I’m a community-based Fitness Instructor based in Barrow in Furness. I’ve been invited by Cumbria24 to contribute […]
Training specialist PHX offers dream placements in Cumbria
A Cumbrian training provider has committed to promoting the county’s young leaders by joining a new work placement scheme. PHX Training, which has offices in Barrow, Carlisle and Workington, has […]
Training specialist, PHX Training's foodbank fun helps local community
Cumbria skills and training specialist PHX Training is having some fun working raising items for local foodbanks and helping the community along the way. The company has started a foodbank […]
5 Things to do in August in Cumbria
1. Lowther Show – 10 & 11 August Lowther Show is one of the highlights of the Cumbrian summer calendar, celebrating country life. It was a popular event for HRH […]
Progression Solicitors welcomes new Associate Solicitor to Barrow office
South Cumbrian business Progression Solicitors has announced a new team member who will have a huge impact in the Barrow area. Richard Denby is well-known in the area having worked […]
Funding awarded to local groups in Barrow
Charitable causes in and around the Barrow area have received a share of more than £36,000 to provide support to some of the most disadvantaged people across the peninsular. Four […]
New lease of life for historical Cumbrian lifeboat
Lake District boat builders, Patterson Boatworks, will complete important conservation work on the longest serving lifeboat at Barrow station, Herbert Leigh. Following a grant being awarded, planning is underway to move […]
Cumbria training firm, PHX Training tackles employment barriers
A leading training provider based in Barrow has been approved todeliver a new apprenticeship addressing complex barriers to employment. Tutors at PHX Training will deliver the new Employability Practitioner Apprenticeship Standard […]
Briony takes the reins at training specialist
Barrow training specialist PHX Training has appointed Briony Fawcett to lead it into the future as it grows its network across the north west. With experience in employability, welfare to […]
Community café in Barrow open for business
A bright and welcoming community café run by volunteers in Barrow town centre has opened to the public. Brathay Cafe at The Hub Brathay Café, on the ground floor of […]
Perfect recipe for Masterchef Darren at Hazel Bank
A Cumbrian chef who tasted national success on television has taken on a new role at an award-winning Lake District hotel. Darren Comish, 37, was a finalist on the BBC’s […]
Apprenticeships training expert highlighting funding support changes to help SMEs
A leading training provider based in Barrow is highlighting funding support changes to help SMEs with apprenticeships. Shirley Williams, development director of PHX Training with offices across Cumbria, said many […]