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Public Kept in Dark as Council Misses Accounts Publication Deadline
June 29, 2024
Only 3 weeks left to get your entries in for the Penrith Scarecrow Competition
June 28, 2024
Three Arrested on Suspicion of Arson after Van Fire on Penrith Housing Estate
June 27, 2024
Candidates Described by some Voters at Penrith Hustings as Underwhelming
June 27, 2024
Conservative Candidate Claims He was not invited to QEGS Hustings in Penrith.
June 27, 2024
Cry for Eden Family 24 Charity Run gets underway on Friday
June 27, 2024
Keep 999 and A&E for life-threatening conditions during strike, says NHS
June 26, 2024
Council Invites residents to drop-in and share views on residential services for adults
June 26, 2024
Labour Trio visit Penrith and Solway Constituency to support Campaign
June 26, 2024
Town Mayor to Stand in for Green Party at Hustings Only Three Other Candidates will Attend
June 25, 2024
Future of the Winter Droving uncertain as organisers launch crowd funder
June 25, 2024
Two Arrested in Penrith over Dog Welfare Concerns
June 25, 2024
Police are investigating a fatal collision that happened Monday Night on A592
June 25, 2024
Police investigate Penrith Robbery
June 24, 2024
Penrith’s Community Radio Station Eden FM Celebrates 10 Years on Air
June 23, 2024
Meet the Candidates Hoping to become MP for the Westmorland and Lonsdale Constituency
June 23, 2024
Major Engineering Work Planned at Clifton to Replace WestCoast Mainline Bridge Over M6
June 22, 2024
Councillors Demand to know True Cost of Splitting Services.
June 22, 2024
Power cut hits 559 properties in Penrith
June 21, 2024
Councillors accused of ignoring Penrith residents over planning applications
June 20, 2024
Animal Charity open Second Charity Shop in Penrith
June 20, 2024
Man in 40’s arrested in Penrith for intent to supply Class B drugs
June 19, 2024
10 Days left to have your say on Town Councils Draft Environment Strategy and Plan
June 19, 2024
Armed MOD Police Escort Nuclear Convoy on its journey past Penrith
June 19, 2024
Yellow weather warning for Thunderstorm issued for Today by Met Office
June 18, 2024
Man arrested in Clifton on suspicion of immigration offences
June 18, 2024
Millions still not registered to vote in General Election hours before deadline
June 18, 2024
Cumbria schools to come together to participate in Multi-Sport Festival
June 17, 2024
4 weeks left to get your entries in for the 2024 Penrith Scarecrow Competition
June 17, 2024
Controversial £8.3 million Voreda House Opens its Door to the Public
June 17, 2024
Two Month Road Closure Planned for Busy Penrith Link Road and Walking Route
June 16, 2024
Met Office Issue Yellow Weather Warning for Slow Moving Thunderstorms Across Cumbria
June 15, 2024
Cumbria change-makers and innovators recognised in HM The King's Birthday 2024 Honours list
June 14, 2024
Chef Hopes Enough ‘Kneady’ Folk Will Help Fund Plans to Open New Dining Spot In Penrith
June 14, 2024
Doors set to Close for Final Time on Penrith Town Hall as Centre of Local Government
June 14, 2024
Police and Environmental Health concerns over 2024 Shap Beer Festival Licence
June 14, 2024
Two Months of Overnight Closures and Daytime Speed restrictions on A66 over Summer
June 14, 2024
Council's new customer-focussed Voreda House opens its doors
June 13, 2024
Fibrus grassroots sports fund helps young Penrith golfers tee off
June 13, 2024
Council approve plans for heat network to connect three sites West of Penrith
June 12, 2024
Police reveal help for those experiencing domestic abuse ahead of Euro 2024
June 12, 2024
Cumbria.Digital to Apply for Ofcom Licence to Launch New DAB Radio Platform for Carlisle and Penrith
June 11, 2024
Penrith Beer Festival is set to brewing up a storm this weekend
June 11, 2024
Two Fire Engines from Penrith Respond to M6 Van Fire
June 10, 2024
Police appeal after teenager suffers injury in Appleby in early hours of Sunday morning
June 10, 2024
Council reveals rodent infestation visits to domestic properties made in first year
June 10, 2024
General Election Causes Council To Cancel Meeting
June 10, 2024
Penrith station ranked among 5 worst in the country for train delays
June 09, 2024
Police investigating Penrith burglary appeal for information
June 09, 2024
Expect Delays and Think Bike messaging for busy weekend in Cumbria
June 08, 2024
Former Newton Rigg College course leader appointed as a CLA Director for the North
June 08, 2024
Councils £8.3 million Voreda House to open for business on 17th of June
June 07, 2024
Eight Candidates stand to be MP for Penrith and Solway constituency
June 07, 2024
Three arrested and Vehicles Seized in Police operation on the A6 in Clifton
June 07, 2024
Council Set to Approve Omega Plans for New Heat Network
June 06, 2024
Avanti West Coast and Arragon’s launch e-bike hire service at Penrith station
June 06, 2024
Police Make Further Arrests and Seize More Suspected Stolen Caravans
June 05, 2024
National Volunteers’ Week 2024 - School Volunteers
June 05, 2024
Critically Acclaimed Penrith Composer Launches Debut Album with Penrith Concert
June 05, 2024
Diocese of Carlisle to pay tribute to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day
June 05, 2024
A66 Legal Challenge Initial Hearing Date Set for October
June 04, 2024
National Volunteers’ Week 2024 - Community Transport Volunteers
June 04, 2024
Council Leaders Vote to Close County Hall and Invest in Kendal Town Hall as Main HQ
June 04, 2024
Two Family Businesses in Penrith are Celebrating Decades of Serving Customers
June 04, 2024
Notice of UK Parliamentary election published for the Penrith and Solway constituency
June 04, 2024
Former Penrith MP Selected as Conservatives Candidate for Epping Forest
June 03, 2024
Town Council Launch Consultation on Draft Environment Strategy & Plan
June 03, 2024
National Volunteers’ Week 2024 – Recognising the contribution of Police Volunteers
June 03, 2024
Beaconside School expansion design and build contract awarded
June 02, 2024
Celebrating 40 Years of Volunteers Week: Recognising the Unsung Heroes of Penrith
June 02, 2024
One of the Candidates Hoping to Become MP for Penrith & Solway Gets on Her Bike
June 02, 2024
Man Arrested in Clifton After Police Search Jailed Ahead of Deportation
June 01, 2024
Penrith Residents Landed with Parking Fines in Error for Parking on own Street
June 01, 2024
Penrith Hearing for former Cumbria police officer accused of selling porn via social media
June 01, 2024
Emergency overnight closure on the A66 west of Penrith
May 31, 2024
Entries open for the inaugural Penrith Scarecrow Competition
May 31, 2024
Delays and Queuing Traffic on M6 and A66 Around Penrith
May 31, 2024
Parliament Dissolution Marks the End for Penrith and The Border Constituency
May 30, 2024
New Member of Youth Parliament elected for Westmorland and Furness
May 30, 2024
Rail cancellations continue after freight train derailment
May 30, 2024
Train Derailment Closes WestCoast Main Line South of Penrith
May 29, 2024
Another Penrith Business Closes Town Centre Shop
May 29, 2024
Penrith David Allen branch announces it is moving
May 29, 2024
Town Centre Bank Applies to Install Radioactive Radon Gas Suppression System
May 28, 2024
Council Place a PostBox, Center Parcs building, Scaws Housing and Town Signage on Local heritage list
May 28, 2024
Council to Close Doors on County Hall valued at over £1.4 million
May 27, 2024
Met Offices issue Yellow Weather Warning for Thunderstorms Today
May 26, 2024
WestCoast Mainline Closed over Bank Holiday
May 26, 2024
Police make arrests and seize suspected stolen caravans in pre-Fair policing operation
May 26, 2024
Drink Driver Arrested on A66 Nearly Three Times Over the Limit
May 25, 2024
How Penrith.Town will cover General Election 2024
May 25, 2024
Penrith based A.W. Jenkinson Group takes over Carlisle Lake District Airport
May 24, 2024
Town Hall To Close Doors in June as Staff Prepare Move to Voreda House
May 23, 2024
Electoral Commission Give Key Dates in the Run up to the General Election
May 23, 2024
Council Launch New Leaflet Showcasing Eden Area
May 23, 2024
Multi-agency group set up following localised flooding
May 23, 2024
Travel Updates Following Heavy Overnight Rain and Flooding.
May 23, 2024
General Election on July 4th will place Penrith in a new constituency
May 22, 2024
Rishi Sunak set to call a general election for 4th July
May 22, 2024
Barrow MP Concerned Council has Chosen Eden as Location for New SEND School
May 22, 2024
Repairs following Gas Main Replacement Close Town Centre Road Overnight
May 21, 2024
End of an Era as Penrith Lions Club Bow Out of Penrith May Day Carnival After 40 Years
May 21, 2024
Business owners urged to share insights in council's first annual survey
May 21, 2024
Yellow Weather Warning issued with Risk of Flooding across the area
May 21, 2024
Town Councillors Select Town Mayor and Deputy Mayor
May 20, 2024
Homecare provider opens new branch in Penrith
May 20, 2024
Penrith Councillor Claimed Most in Expenses During First Year of New Council
May 20, 2024
Funding boost for Penrith Community Hospital’s League of Friends
May 20, 2024
New Garfield movie screened to an empty cinema on Sunday
May 20, 2024
Penrith Town Council Plan to Consider the implementation of Low-Emission Zones
May 19, 2024
Town Mayor hands over £2,090 grant to support 2nd Penrith Scout Group
May 18, 2024
£150,000 boost for farmers’ health and wellbeing
May 18, 2024
‘Don’t arrive too soon’ message for Appleby Horse Fair 2024
May 18, 2024
Inspired in Penrith - Carole Atkinson takes a look at Wordsworth
May 17, 2024
Council invites residents to come along to Open Day at Penrith Castle Park
May 17, 2024
50 Year old Woman Arrested for Penrith Graffiti
May 17, 2024
HGV driver travelling on the A66 stopped by Cumbria police landed with £700 fine and six points on licence
May 16, 2024
Penrith MP Voted Against proposal to make it a crime for water companies to not meet pollution targets
May 16, 2024
Call for young volunteers to support Summer Reading Challenge
May 16, 2024
New laws to be introduced to prosecute dangerous cyclists
May 15, 2024
Three Town Councillors to face No Further Action over Code of Conduct Complaints
May 15, 2024
Council Greenlights 105 New Homes But Blocks 194-Home Development in Penrith
May 15, 2024
Councillors Approve Carleton Planning Application for 105 Houses
May 15, 2024
Councillors vote to refuse planning permission for 194 houses to the North of Penrith
May 15, 2024
Drug Driver Arrested in Penrith
May 14, 2024
Police investigating after a man on a bike in Penrith was attacked by a dog
May 14, 2024
£100,000 fund open for event and festival grant applications
May 14, 2024
Town Council to Select New Town Mayor and Deputy Town Mayor
May 13, 2024
Police visiting schools to educate young on dangers of knives as part of Op Sceptre.
May 13, 2024
Yellow Weather Warning for Heavy Thunder and Rain on Sunday Afternoon
May 12, 2024
Council extend Eden Public Spaces Protection Order for 12 months
May 11, 2024
Biggest Geomagnetic Storm in Two Decades Could Bring More Northern Lights Tonight
May 11, 2024
Early Morning Call-out for Penrith Fire Crews to Deal with Tractor and Caravan Fire
May 11, 2024
Cry for Eden Family Fun Day and 24 Charity Run
May 11, 2024
Lions Speak out over Mayday “misinformation” about council charges
May 10, 2024
Westmorland and Furness Council Chair and Deputy Chair Re-elected by Councillors
May 10, 2024
Plans Submitted to Convert Upper Floor of Penrith Hair and Beauty Salon into a Flat
May 10, 2024
Major Solar Storms Heading Our Way This Weekend
May 09, 2024
Government Announce End to Recycling Bin Confusion for Households
May 09, 2024
Council welcomes news of new special school for Westmorland and Furness
May 09, 2024
Police Investigation into Penrith Graffiti on Town Streets
May 09, 2024
Police week of action targeting rural crime with Operation Checkpoint
May 09, 2024
More Fly Tipping in Penrith as Large Amount of Waste Dumped at Recycling Centre
May 08, 2024
Plans to build another 105 homes in Penrith are recommended to be given the go-ahead
May 08, 2024
Councillors recommended to approve plans to build nearly 200 homes in Penrith after a decision was previously deferred
May 08, 2024
Council AGM will be held on Thursday after first full year of operations.
May 08, 2024
Concern Over Risks of Low Voter Turnout and Lack of Candidates in Local Elections
May 07, 2024
Discover ways to keep active at drop-in dementia event in Penrith
May 07, 2024
Cumbria Constabulary adopt the Forcer Protocol
May 07, 2024
41st Mayday Carnival Attracts Crowds into Penrith
May 06, 2024
MayDay Yellow Weather Warning for Thunderstorms Issued for Cumbria.
May 06, 2024
Cumbrian organisations awarded the King’s Award for Enterprise
May 06, 2024
Fly-Tipping partially Blocks Penrith road
May 04, 2024
2024 Penrith May Day Carnival What’s On when
May 03, 2024
Vandals Attack Penrith Beacon with Racist Graffiti
May 03, 2024
Council Report States Westmorland and Furness is experiencing a ‘significant loss’ of biodiversity
May 03, 2024
Labour Win Cumbria Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Election
May 03, 2024
Libdem win Penrith West By Election for Town Council
May 02, 2024
Counting gets underway at Penrith Leisure Centre in Town By Election and PFCC election
May 02, 2024
Final Hours of Voting Underway with Low Turnout Reported
May 02, 2024
A66 Legal Challengers Revealed
May 02, 2024
Council carried out work without obtaining listed building consent and planning permission
May 01, 2024
It’s official the UK’s best burger hails from Penrith
May 01, 2024
Fire Crews from Penrith and Shap Called out to M6 HGV Fire
April 30, 2024
Only 45 Days Until the Penrith Beer Festival brings a Weekend of Craft Beer Live Music and More
April 30, 2024
M6 Delays following Vehicle Fire between J40 and J39
April 30, 2024
Power Cut Hits Parts of Penrith leaving 800 properties without electricity
April 30, 2024
Man named following fatal collision on the A66
April 29, 2024
Councillors Disappointment at no new 20mph speed limits for Penrith
April 29, 2024
Business leaders visit Omega Proteins
April 29, 2024
Cumbria businessman jailed for defrauding a pensioner out of £60,000 and breaching director ban
April 28, 2024
Voreda House Expected to Finally be Completed Next Month
April 27, 2024
National Highways disappointed about A66 legal challenge
April 27, 2024
OFSTED Inspection reports ‘Good’ for Westmorland and Furness children’s short break care homes in Penrith and Ulverston
April 26, 2024
Calls for Council to Reduce Car Park Charges in Penrith
April 25, 2024
Detectives investigating three burglaries in Penrith
April 25, 2024
National Highways Provide Update to Councillors on A66 and M6 projects
April 24, 2024
Parents Facing 30% Increase in School Bus Spare Seat and Post 16 Bus Scheme Charges
April 24, 2024
Annual Town Meeting hears from Penrith Bid on Plans for Pedestrian Friendly Town Centre
April 23, 2024
Cumbria Police testing Tesla electric cars
April 23, 2024
Penrith’s longest serving publican celebrates 20 years at The Robin Hood
April 22, 2024
Cumbria's Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Candidates
April 22, 2024
Busy Penrith Access Road over M6 to Close on Monday for 1 Week
April 21, 2024
Police investigating fatal collision on A66 near Mungrisdale junction
April 21, 2024
Fire Crew Called to Large Grass Fire caused by abandoned Camp Fire
April 21, 2024
Caravan Breaks Free on A66 Crashing into Embankment
April 21, 2024
Consultation on extending ban on the consumption of alcohol in Penrith public spaces
April 20, 2024
Cumbria charity health service wins prestigious national award
April 19, 2024
Watch moment Vandals Carry out 5am Graffiti Attack on Towns Pavements
April 19, 2024
Police Investigation after Man sustained head injuries outside Penrith Pub
April 19, 2024
BEEP Doctors launch Pedal for Life campaign
April 19, 2024
Penrith based Ast maintains carbon neutral status and announces expansion of HQ
April 18, 2024
Council put Brakes on Penrith 20mph Plans
April 18, 2024
Town Council Agree to Spend Thousands more on Annual Subscription for Email System
April 17, 2024
Doors Close on over 100 Years of Banking at Penrith Barclays Branch
April 17, 2024
Local Firm Called on to Get M6 Moving Again
April 16, 2024
Penrith Footway Lighting Among 712 Footway Lights at Risk of Removal
April 16, 2024
Fire Crews Called to Shed Fire that Damaged Nearby House in Penrith
April 16, 2024
The Works in Penrith To Close Doors Today
April 15, 2024
Healthwatch Community Forum to take place in Penrith
April 15, 2024
Miss Millicans Ladies 60th Anniversary Reunion Lunch
April 15, 2024
Pair Sentenced for £4k Penrith Shoplifting Spree and High Speed Chase
April 15, 2024
Met Offices Issue Yellow Weather Warning for Most of Cumbria
April 15, 2024
Appeal launched following fatal collision on A66
April 14, 2024
Vintage Commercial Vehicle Long Haul Run to Pass Along A6
April 14, 2024
Environmental Group Legal Challenge Could Signal End of Road for A66 Upgrade
April 13, 2024
Barclays Submit Plans to 'decommission' Penrith Branch
April 13, 2024
Penrith Community Radio Station Eden Fm On Air for Another Five Years
April 12, 2024
The volunteers who are bringing pride into the heart of our community
April 12, 2024
Important update on M6 Closure Between Junctions 39 and 40 and A6 Diversion
April 12, 2024
Free After 3pm Car parking in Penrith set to end Next Friday
April 12, 2024
M6 Northbound between J39 and 40 Closed due to Overturned Lorry
April 12, 2024
Devolution Deal and Mayor Could be Heading for Cumbria.
April 11, 2024
Town Council to Consider Complaint against Staff Member in Private Meeting
April 10, 2024
Fire Crews Free Trapped Driver after Car Flipped on Side along Penrith Road
April 10, 2024
Youths Banned from Penrith Sainsbury’s as part of Cumbria Police Initiative
April 09, 2024
Penrith Man Sentenced to Prison for Fraud Offences against Two Elderly Penrith Victims
April 08, 2024
Penrith By Election to be held in May as Four Candidates Contest By Election
April 08, 2024
Cumbria Police Fire and Crime Commissioner Candidates Announced
April 08, 2024
Former Halifax Branch goes on the Market
April 07, 2024
Multi Vehicle Crash Blocks Newton Road in Castletown
April 07, 2024
Another Penrith Business Announces Closure Due to High Running Costs
April 06, 2024
Omega Submit Plans for New 25 Meter Tall Chimney at Penrith Factory
April 06, 2024
Police Investigating Multiple Assaults at The Warehouse in Penrith
April 05, 2024
Ombudsman Throws Out Parking Complaints Against Westmorland and Furness Council
April 05, 2024
Morrisons introduces new afternoon quiet hour to help shoppers
April 04, 2024
Met Office Issue Yellow Weather Warning as Storm Kathleen Blows in over Weekend
April 04, 2024
Launch of Penrith Scarecrow Competition
April 03, 2024
Police Investigating Assault at Penrith Church
April 03, 2024
Former Penrith Councillor Shares Advice on Reducing your Monthly Council Tax Payments
April 03, 2024
Police are Investigating Brougham Castle Graffiti Damage
April 03, 2024
Equestrian Centre to close after Board of Newton Rigg Ltd Pull Plug
April 02, 2024
Council Refuse Plans for uPVC Windows and Rendering of Sandstone Building in Town Centre
April 01, 2024
Household Bills in Penrith set Increase in April
March 31, 2024
Council Accused of Rearranging the Deck Chairs and Pussyfooting Around by Former Town Mayor
March 31, 2024
St Andrews Church Easter Service Live
March 31, 2024
Westmorland and Furness Council Boss thanks communities and staff for support in first year
March 30, 2024
Great North Air Ambulance face mounting financial difficulties
March 30, 2024
New app launched for library users in Cumbria
March 29, 2024
Tesco Express set to open in Penrith
March 29, 2024
Council Launch Statutory Nuisance Investigation into Odour from Omega Proteins
March 28, 2024
Council secures funding to make Penrith and Appleby leisure centres more energy efficient and sustainable
March 28, 2024
Penrith Man jailed for more than four years after bottle attack
March 27, 2024
Police Engage with HGV Drivers using Castletown as Shortcut
March 27, 2024
Penrith HSBC Bank to Close Temporarily on Thursday
March 26, 2024
Man Arrested In Connection with Car Park Incident
March 26, 2024
Councils Agree to take on Functions of LEP that Government Plan to scrap in April.
March 26, 2024
Beaconside School expansion given the green light by Council
March 26, 2024
Town Council Raise Concerns of plans to Close Burrowgate on Saturday Nights
March 25, 2024
Town Councillors Informed Recently Established CastleTown Community Group has been Disbanded
March 25, 2024
Changes To Council Carpark Charges from April with most set to Increase
March 24, 2024
Police Release Image in £100 M&S Shoplifting Investigation
March 24, 2024
Solar Flare Sparks Severe Geomagnetic Storm With Auroras Expected
March 24, 2024
Section of Drovers Lane Closed for Three Days to all Traffic and Pedestrians
March 23, 2024
Police Appeal following collision on A66 near Kirkby Thore
March 23, 2024
Health Trust Trial Live Waiting Times on Website for A&E and Penrith urgent treatment centre
March 23, 2024
Join in the Global Event for Earth Hour tonight from 8:30PM
March 23, 2024
Penrith Gas Works Complete and Roads Fully Reopened
March 23, 2024
Penrith housing plans deferred after protesters call for more affordable homes
March 22, 2024
Penrith Council Tax Bills Arrive with Shock for Some
March 21, 2024
Avanti West Coast Rail could be nationalised within days After call by transport for the north
March 20, 2024
Council planning committee defer decision on development for 194 houses in Penrith
March 20, 2024
Election Time as Notices of Election Published
March 20, 2024
CCTV released in Penrith Racially Aggravated Offence Investigation
March 20, 2024
Council awarded £1.7 million to put the wheels on more bus services
March 19, 2024
BEEP Doctors seeking donations to buy fourth emergency response vehicle
March 19, 2024
Two Cumbria Police officers receive national award after protecting vulnerable woman in Penrith
March 19, 2024
Missing Person Appeal for teen missing from Penrith
March 19, 2024
Penrith Morrisons store evacuated as fire alarms sound
March 19, 2024
Penrith Bank Closures Begins with Lloyds and Halifax set to Close on Tuesday
March 18, 2024
Pub Kicks up a Stink with Secretary of State over Planning Enforcement on Controversial Extractors.
March 17, 2024
Police Appeal for Information After Man Touches Pregnant Woman’s stomach
March 16, 2024
Double Dose of Steam for Crowds at Penrith Station
March 16, 2024
Two men charged after vehicle stopped on A66 Carrying Drugs
March 15, 2024
Final Weekend of Town Centre Gas Works Road Closures
March 15, 2024
Calls to Use Funding to Address Needs in Penrith to Create a New Health Hub
March 14, 2024
Penrith Fish and Chips among top fifty in the UK
March 14, 2024
Councillors Vote to Refuse Planning Permission for 5 Homes Despite Impassioned Speech by Applicant
March 14, 2024
Libdem Councillor Resigns from Westmorland and Furness Council
March 13, 2024
Controversial Development of 194 Houses in Penrith to be Approved by Councillors in Kendal
March 13, 2024
Castletown Community Group restores community noticeboard
March 13, 2024
Council Planning Committee Recommended to Refuse Housing Plans on Beacon Edge
March 12, 2024
Town Council Call Annual Meeting for the Parish of Penrith
March 11, 2024
Town Council Extra Ordinary Planning Meeting Oppose New Housing Development in Carleton
March 11, 2024
Local Charity Founder Shortlisted for Northern Power Women’s Awards 2024
March 11, 2024
Bluebird to pass by Penrith as it heads home to Coniston
March 09, 2024
Friends of the Lake District Say the A66 TransPennine road upgrade is Short Sighted
March 08, 2024
Improvements to Penrith Bus Services with Government Funding
March 08, 2024
Penrith to host Rally Finish Line on Saturday
March 07, 2024
Penrith and Border MP Speaks on A66 Upgrade Go Ahead
March 07, 2024
Breaking News A66 upgrade gets green light
March 07, 2024
Penrith Cinema to join the nationwide screening of Vindication Swim for International Women's Day.
March 07, 2024
New Nursery Plans in Penrith to be Given Go-Ahead
March 06, 2024
Key Announcment Roundup of Budget 2024 as OBR Warn of Significant Risks
March 06, 2024
Budget 2024 - Chancelor Jeremy Hunt to deliver final budget before the next General Election
March 06, 2024
Final call for Penrith residents to shape new parking permit process
March 05, 2024
Council offer £25,000 towards Winter Droving in Penrith as it pledges £250,000 to cultural organisations
March 04, 2024
Sky Lights up above Penrith as Solar Flare produces Northern Lights Display
March 03, 2024
Police are appealing for information after car damaged in Penrith
March 02, 2024
Five arrested for drug driving in road safety partnership operation on the M6
March 02, 2024
Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service is on the look-out for new On-Call Firefighters to serve their communities
March 02, 2024
Two Arrested in Penrith Early Morning Police Raid
March 01, 2024
97% of pupils secure place at first choice secondary school
March 01, 2024
Old Codgers Club Pull Out of Coronation Garden Role Over Council Wasting of Public Money
February 29, 2024
Penrith Duo Launch New Cheerleading Academy Based at Newton Rigg
February 28, 2024
Road Closure Permits for Gas Mains Work in Penrith Extended until Late March
February 28, 2024
Police Warning to Learner Drivers and Parents to Check your Driving Instructor is Licensed
February 27, 2024
Penrith Female Arrested as Police Seized XL bully Dog at Property
February 27, 2024
Council to receive £129m for Game Changing Transport Improvements from Scrapped HS2 Funding
February 27, 2024
High Risk Issues Found in Eden Council Audit with Final Year Audit Not Anticipated to Commence
February 26, 2024
Get ready for a hop-tastic time in June at Inaugural Penrith Beer Festival
February 26, 2024
PM and Cabinet Head North On Monday with Announcement of Billions for Transport across Cumbria and the North
February 25, 2024
Penrith Retirees Raise Almost £1,500 for Cumbria Blood Bikes
February 25, 2024
Healthwatch Want to Hear About Your Challenges Accessing NHS Dentistry
February 24, 2024
Get Clicking to support the Eden Valley Hospice Photography Competition
February 23, 2024
National Highways investing more than £1.7 million repairing the A66 at Redhills near Penrith
February 23, 2024
Lights Will Not Go Out as after Council U-turn on Streetlights
February 23, 2024
Council issues Statement On Mayday Situation after Public Petition is Launched
February 23, 2024
MP Backs New Local Alternative Education Provision Initiative
February 23, 2024
Police Give Update on Penrith Drugs Raid and Arrests
February 22, 2024
Westmorland and Furness Council Vote to Increase Councillor Allowances and Council Tax
February 22, 2024
Lights on But Nobody’s Home at Unoccupied Council Building
February 21, 2024
Council Rules Silence Penrith Mayday Carnival Drums
February 21, 2024
Police Appeal for Information After Items Thrown at Asian Man in Penrith
February 21, 2024
Financial Strain Could Cause Streetlights to Go Dark Across Eden
February 20, 2024
Penrith households set to pay more Council tax than households in Kendal and Barrow
February 20, 2024
By Election to fill Vacant Penrith West Seat on Penrith Town Council
February 20, 2024
Cumbria Careers Day launched as part of National Careers Week in March
February 19, 2024
Innovative digital investigation training rolls out across Cumbria and North West police forces
February 19, 2024
Penrith Bank Up For Rent
February 18, 2024
Plans for Penrith Phone Mast Taller Than Angel Of The North
February 18, 2024
Weekend Work Underway to Help Gas Works Get Back On Schedule
February 17, 2024
Penrith Drugs Raid Leads to One Arrest and Items Seized
February 16, 2024
One Road set to Open as Another Town Centre Road to Close for Gas Works
February 16, 2024
Council Runs Up £4 Million Credit Card Bill Since April
February 15, 2024
Council Cabinet and Leaders Plans for Substantial Allowance Increase Receives Condemnation
February 15, 2024
Historic First for Skelton Show as First Female Chairman Elected Ahead of 128th Show
February 14, 2024
Local Residents Personal Data Disclosed in Data Breach by Member of Westmorland and Furness Council Cabinet
February 13, 2024
Westmorland and Furness Council Leadership Agree to Recommend Council Tax Increase for Residents
February 13, 2024
Commissioner receives support from the Police and Crime Panel to increase council tax
February 12, 2024
New charitable fund to help kickstart people’s careers in tourism
February 12, 2024
Call for Westmorland and Furness Council to make Council Tax Proportional to Local Delivery
February 11, 2024
Cumbria Police Raise Questions over A66 Upgrade Plans as Decision Day Looms
February 10, 2024
Dive into half-term with 10p swims for children
February 09, 2024
Town Council By Election on Cards and will Cost Town Thousands to Hold
February 08, 2024
Town Council Vote No to Penrith House Installing Two uPVC windows
February 07, 2024
Penrith and The Border MP Calls for Change to Rules Around Banking Hubs
February 07, 2024
Heavy Snow to Hit Cumbria with Met Office Issuing Yellow Weather Warning as 25cm Could Fall
February 06, 2024
Further Delays to Gas Works as New Mid March Completion Date Set
February 06, 2024
Town Council Vote Yes to Town Wide 20MPH Zone
February 05, 2024
Further Delays to Gas Mains Works as Stage 2 Overruns keeping Devonshire Street Closed
February 05, 2024
Final Stage of Gas Mains Road Closures in Penrith to Start Monday
February 04, 2024
Town Council Provides £5,000 grant for 2024 May Day Carnival
February 03, 2024
Council drop-in events to share views on new parking permit process for Penrith
February 02, 2024
Man is jailed for vicious Penrith assault
February 02, 2024
Society vows to call out ‘absurd’ fake newspapers during General Election
February 02, 2024
Two Historic Pubs to Reopen in Penrith
February 01, 2024
Council Staff Dealing with Hundreds of Planning Enforcement Cases and Limited Resources
February 01, 2024
Yellow Weather Warning issued for Strong Winds on Wednesday
January 30, 2024
Cumbria Police Take Over 11 million pounds of drugs off Cumbria Streets.
January 30, 2024
Town Council Agree 1% Increase in Precept Paid by Penrith Households Council Tax
January 29, 2024
Man Arrested in Penrith for Drugs and Disqualified Driving
January 29, 2024
Penrith Properties Hit by Power Cut
January 29, 2024
Penrith Residents set for Another Council Tax Bill Increase.
January 28, 2024
Met Office Issue Yellow Weather Warning for Cumbria
January 28, 2024
Penrith at Forefront of Cumbria Police Roll Out Significant Upgrade To County’s CCTV Cameras
January 27, 2024
Multiple Fire Crews Called to Penrith House Fire in Early Hours of Saturday
January 27, 2024
Football Club Issues Red Card for Dog Fouling.
January 27, 2024
Council buildings to be illuminated for Holocaust Memorial Day
January 27, 2024
Council Net-Zero Plans will Cost £2 Million a Year and include Vegan Food and Street Lights Switch Off.
January 26, 2024
Council Agree to Move Forward with Plans to Expand Penrith School and Student Numbers
January 26, 2024
Another Blow for Penrith as The Works Announces Closure?
January 25, 2024
New Changing Places toilets now open at Tebay Services and Rheged
January 24, 2024
Storm Jocelyn Yellow Weather Warning extended into Early Evening as Wind Speeds Reaches 77mph At Shap
January 24, 2024
Back to the Closures As Town Centre Roads Closed for Gas Works.
January 24, 2024
Cumbria Braces for Storm Jocelyn in wake of Storm Isha.
January 23, 2024
Brunswick Road and Middle Gate reopened to traffic.
January 23, 2024
Penrith Residents Have Been Asking What’s that Noise as Banging Noise Heard Across Town.
January 22, 2024
Three Arrested in Possession of Bladed Articles Peddling Door to Door.
January 22, 2024
Emergency Services on Scene as Section of Roof Blows off.
January 22, 2024
Week of action highlights the vital work of your neighbourhood officers.
January 22, 2024
Storm Jocelyn on the Way with more Rain and Winds for Cumbria.
January 22, 2024
Brunswick Road Set to Reopen as First Phase of Gas Works is Completed.
January 22, 2024
Storm Isha Takes BBC Radio Cumbria Off Air in North Cumbria.
January 22, 2024
Electricity North West Issues Update on Its Network.
January 21, 2024
Penrith Properties without Electricity.
January 21, 2024
Thousands without Power as Storm Isha takes out power lines.
January 21, 2024
Storm Isha - Met Office Warning Not to Sleep Near Windows.
January 21, 2024
A6 Shap closed due to flooding.
January 21, 2024
Do Not Travel Unless Absolutely Necessary Warning by Cumbria Police.
January 21, 2024
Flood Warning Issued for Penrith.
January 21, 2024
Agencies declare themselves on major incident standby for Storm Isha.
January 21, 2024
Storm Isha - Tornado Warning issued for Cumbria.
January 21, 2024
Multi Agency Preparations for Storm Isha with Amber Weather and Flood Warnings for Penrith area.
January 21, 2024
HGV Driver Forced to Rethink Shortcut Plan.
January 20, 2024
Bus has Tight Squeeze after Taking Shortcut
January 19, 2024
Fibrus Start Redundancy Consultation with Construction Staff.
January 19, 2024
Amber Weather Warning with Storm Isha set to bring Gales and Heavy Rain for Penrith and Cumbria.
January 19, 2024
Two more Penrith Business Announce Shop Closures.
January 18, 2024
Road Closures Lead to Local Business Plea to Save Our Town and Save Our Shops
January 18, 2024
Council Leadership set to approve Penrith Primary School Expansion.
January 17, 2024
Police Issue Section 59 Warning for Anti-social driving in Penrith Carpark.
January 16, 2024
Town Council Votes to Hold Private Meeting Despite Calls For Transparency
January 16, 2024
Woman Sentenced in Court on Monday for Stealing goods from Penrith Sainsburys.
January 16, 2024
Westmorland and Furness Council Almost £200 Million Debts Revealed.
January 16, 2024
Town Councillor Quits after Seven Months with Claims of Mounting Opposition.
January 15, 2024
National Severe Weather Warnings for Snow and ice warnings in Place as Britain Faces Travel Disruption and Power Cuts.
January 15, 2024
Police Appeal following collision on A6 at Low Hesket
January 14, 2024
Town Council Call Private Meeting to discuss plans to spend £360,000
January 13, 2024
Collaboration to Support Charities Events and Local Community with 1000 Club.
January 12, 2024
Council Close Penrith Roads with Emergency Traffic Regulations.
January 12, 2024
Breaking News: Barclays Bank to Close in Penrith
January 12, 2024
Police investigating fatal collision on A66
January 12, 2024
Town Council Unable to Make a Decision over Omega Planning Application.
January 11, 2024
Pop into Penrith with Free Parking after 3pm.
January 11, 2024
Penrith Business Announces Shock Closure.
January 11, 2024
Plea to Support Towns Local Businesses as Footfall Declines with Road Closures.
January 11, 2024
‘OR’ - Lowther Castle to host dramatic visual art installation?
January 10, 2024
Council Meetings Suddenly Cancelled as Section 151 Officer gives Confidential Briefing on Emerging Issues.
January 10, 2024
Penrith Business Join Forces to Tackle Crime.
January 09, 2024
Volunteers Donated 45,340 Minutes to Support The Great North Air Ambulance Service in 2023.
January 09, 2024
Police Called to Deal with illegal Penrith Fireworks Display as 2024 Arrived.
January 08, 2024
Council Launches Another Consultation on Long Running Penrith Neighbourhood Plan.
January 07, 2024
Amber Cold Weather Warning Issued by Met Office and UK Health Security Agency.
January 07, 2024
New parking permit process for Penrith – have your say!
January 06, 2024
Penrith Could be Heading Towards Becoming A 20mph Zone.
January 05, 2024
Police Issue Tickets as Drivers Ignore No Entry Signs.
January 05, 2024
BT Answer Questions on Changes to Phone Lines at Penrith Library Event.
January 04, 2024
Grab a Bargain and Take on Food Waste with App and Penrith Businesses.
January 04, 2024
Free home energy advice to offset price hikes and cold weather
January 03, 2024
Police and Town Council Issue Warnings of Fines and Dangers to Drivers as Town Centre Road Closes.
January 03, 2024
Penrith Braced for Start of Eight weeks of Road Closures from Wednesday
January 02, 2024
Body recovered during search for missing fell runner
January 01, 2024
Bishop of Penrith Delivers His New Year Message.
January 01, 2024
Big Ben Live New Year 2024
December 31, 2023
Before Big Ben Rings in 2024 Remember to Read Your Energy Meters.
December 31, 2023
Large Pothole Appears in Road due to be Towns Main Diversion Route for Eight Weeks
December 31, 2023
Fireball streaks through the night sky above Cumbria.
December 30, 2023
Two arrested in Town Centre for Drugs Supply Offences.
December 30, 2023
Penrith Parking Ticket Hotspot as Council Issues over Half a Million Pounds of Parking Tickets in 2023
December 30, 2023
Fifteen Honours for Cumbria as HM The King's New Year 2024 Honours Announced.
December 30, 2023
Are you ready for Digital Switch Over? BT to Hold Event in Penrith about Changes to Phone Lines
December 29, 2023
Lions Roared into Action in December to Deliver Christmas Spirit across Penrith.
December 29, 2023
Do Not Travel North Of Preston Notice from Avanti West Coast.
December 27, 2023
Council Spending Hundreds of Thousands of Public Money on Rebranding.
December 26, 2023
Penrith Charity Meets MP to Highlight its Mission Local Young Adults Heart Screening
December 26, 2023
Storm Gerrit to Batter Cumbria with Gales and Rain on Wednesday
December 26, 2023
Missing Person Found - 15 Year Old Female from Penrith.
December 26, 2023
Do Not Eat Recall on Lancashire Cheese due to E. Coli Risk
December 25, 2023
King Charles III Christmas message - 3pm
December 25, 2023
Christmas Day Mass from St Andrews Penrith - Live 10am
December 25, 2023
Midnight Mass from St Andrews Penrith
December 24, 2023
Your Winners of Penrith Peoples Christmas Window Display Awards Presented with Certificates
December 24, 2023
Breaking News NORAD Tracking Large Object that Launched from North Pole
December 24, 2023
Plan submitted for development of five 'executive' style homes on Beacon Edge
December 24, 2023
Updated 24th December 2024 - Missing Person Found
December 23, 2023
Public Asked for View on Policing Budget and Council Tax Precept Proposals
December 23, 2023
Commissioner Seeks Public’s View on Fire Budget and Council Tax Precept Proposal
December 23, 2023
Your Guide to Council Services and Bin Collections over Christmas
December 22, 2023
Penrith Mayor Annual Christmas Message to the Town
December 21, 2023
Blowing away the winter blues: Clarinet player brings joy with performances at Penrith station
December 20, 2023
Storm Pia to Batter UK and Disrupt Christmas Travel Plans with 80mph Winds
December 20, 2023
Penrith Man Arrested by Detectives as part of Murder Investigation
December 20, 2023
War of Words Erupts over Local Government Boundary Commission Review of New Council
December 19, 2023
New Year to Start with Eight Weeks of Traffic Chaos in Penrith
December 18, 2023
Countdown is on to get prescriptions ordered before Christmas
December 17, 2023
Two Penrith Men Charged Following Serious Assaults in the Town
December 17, 2023
Resolution Reached in Eden Refuse Collection Dispute
December 16, 2023
Town Council Accused of Keeping Secrets with Call for Unelected Councillors to Resign
December 16, 2023
School Warning Parents that New Wimpy Kid Movie could ‘Ruin Santa’.
December 15, 2023
A Big Film about a Small Town Comes to Penrith This Evening
December 15, 2023
Celebration marks momentous year for BEEP Doctors
December 14, 2023
Council Leader Questioned over Council Credit Card Spending Failures as Another Council Racks Up £8 Million on Credit Cards.
December 13, 2023
Penrith Man Killed in Fatal M6 Collision Named by Police.
December 13, 2023
New Residents Group Established in CastleTown
December 12, 2023
Consultation on Council Budget and Council Tax Launched
December 12, 2023
Fingers Crossed over Council Funding Gap as Council Tax Set to Rise
December 12, 2023
Santa Back Visiting Penrith Tonight to Check His Christmas Lists
December 11, 2023
Councils New Planning Website Crashes Days After Launch.
December 10, 2023
Secretary of State Asked to Carryout Play Park Compulsory Purchase Against Westmorland and Furness Council.
December 09, 2023
Pop into Penrith Parking is Free
December 09, 2023
Storm Elin set to hit as Met Office warns of heavy rain and wind as dozens of flood alerts issued.
December 09, 2023
Penrith Community Radio Station makes Significant Reduction in Original and Local Programming Commitments
December 08, 2023
Council provides opportunity for communities to apply for 20mph limits
December 08, 2023
Update: Missing Person Found
December 08, 2023
Police want to locate a Penrith man in relation to assault.
December 08, 2023
Penrith’s Own Sycamore Gap Incident as Pair Chop Tree Down.
December 07, 2023
Cumbria Police Domestic Abuse Campaign Urges Anyone Suffering to Seek Help
December 06, 2023
Heavy Rain Forecast for Thursday with Rain and Flood Warnings Issued
December 06, 2023
Veterans Breakfast Serves Up for Penrith Christmas for Toy Appeal
December 05, 2023
Council Cabinet set to Greenlight Council Tax Hike Consultation
December 05, 2023
Santa Visits Penrith to Check His Christmas Lists
December 04, 2023
A6 Closed Between Clifton and Penrith following Serious Collision
December 04, 2023
Early Christmas Presents for Six Lucky People in Cumbria
December 04, 2023
Yellow Weather Warnings Remain for Penrith and Cumbria until Monday Evening
December 03, 2023
Heavy Snow Closes M6 as Major Incident is Declared in Cumbria
December 02, 2023
Met Office issues Yellow Weather Warning for Snow and Ice as Snow falls across Penrith.
December 02, 2023
Penrith BiD Thanks Town Council for Support with Christmas Lights
December 01, 2023
Two Penrith Banks to Close in March
November 30, 2023
Council Launch Internal Audit Review of Voreda House Debacle.
November 30, 2023
Police Crack Down on Anti-Social Driving in Penrith New Squares Carpark
November 30, 2023
Council Approves Additional Flights for Penrith Helipad.
November 29, 2023
Penrith Schools' Music Association Carol Festivals 2023.
November 29, 2023
Group Calls for End of Transport by Road as Nuclear Weapons Drive Past Penrith.
November 29, 2023
Amber Health Alerts Issued for Northern England Amid Plunging Temperatures.
November 28, 2023
Council agrees funding to boost community transport solutions in Eden.
November 28, 2023
Council Fails to Report Spending on its 251 Corporate Credit Cards.
November 27, 2023
Eden Wombles Battling Litter, One Cleanup at a Time.
November 27, 2023
Santa Set to Visit Penrith to Check His Christmas Lists
November 26, 2023
Cumbria Police Appeal for Witnesses following Penrith Car Park Assault.
November 26, 2023
Santa, Sixty Festive Tractors and A Full Day of Entertainment on Saturday for the Kirkby Stephen Christmas Lights Switch On
November 24, 2023
Gavel Slammed as Tempers Flare in Council Meeting over Agreement with Limited Company that gives it Seats on Council Committees
November 24, 2023
Council Blame Spiralling Cost of Voreda House on Brexit, Covid and Ukraine War
November 23, 2023
Council Start Meeting by Getting into the Festive Spirit
November 23, 2023
Council to Receive Briefing on Review of Possible Changes to the Council by Local Government Boundary Commission
November 22, 2023
Snake Stops Play at Lowther Castle but only Temporarily
November 22, 2023
£7 Million Announced in Autumn Statement for Controversial Penrith Business Hub.
November 22, 2023
Tax Cuts for Working People and British Business Headlined Todays Autumn Statement.
November 22, 2023
Forty Minute Heated Debate Over How Town Council Talks About Itself.
November 21, 2023
Skelton Show Dinner Dance at Roundthorn Raises £800 for The Great North Air Ambulance
November 21, 2023
Teenager Arrested as part of Cumbria Police Operation Sceptre
November 21, 2023
Council Collaboration Calls on Government to Extend Rural Fuel Rebate to Cover Penrith and Eden
November 20, 2023
Penrith Takeaway Scoops The Best Takeaway in Englands Business Awards
November 19, 2023
New Chair Person of Penrith Royal British Legion Elected at AGM
November 19, 2023
Author of Penrith Town Trails Talks about Her Christmas Memories of Penrith and a 50 year old Thankyou to a Penrith Toyshop
November 19, 2023
Penrith Christmas Sparkle 2023
November 18, 2023
Town Council Numbers Fail to Come Up on Plan to Takeover Penrith Lottery
November 17, 2023
Ofgem wants your Views on the Future of Standing Charges on Energy Bills.
November 16, 2023
Penrith MP Votes “Against” Call For Immediate Ceasefire In Gaza?
November 16, 2023
Drop In Session Updates Community on Months of Road Closure Plans
November 15, 2023
Police Release CCTV in Parcel Theft Investigation
November 15, 2023
Cumbria Volunteers honoured with the King’s Award for Voluntary Service
November 14, 2023
Westmorland and Furness Council Approve Another Public Consultation on the Penrith Neighbourhood Plan
November 14, 2023
A Unique Christmas Experience Unveiled in Penrith’s Angel Square.
November 14, 2023
Penrith's Journey Through Time Unveiled Through Interactive Maps
November 13, 2023
Cranstons Penrith Shop Bid Farewell to Team Member Sylvia After 24 Years Service
November 13, 2023
Penrith to Benefit from Funding to Fight Antisocial Behaviour in the Town
November 13, 2023
Weather Warning as Storm Debi is Set to Batter Cumbria with Heavy Rain and 80mph Winds on Monday
November 12, 2023
Westmorland and Furness Council's Covert 2.5MW Solar Farm Plans Revealed for Edge of Penrith and Lake District National Park
November 10, 2023
Westmorland and Furness landmarks to be illuminated for Remembrance
November 09, 2023
Helen Skelton to make Penrith Sparkle at Town Christmas Lights Switch On
November 09, 2023
Scaffolding Causes Busy Town Centre Footpath to be Closed for Safety
November 09, 2023
Council Clarifies Position on Volunteer Litter Picks After Telling Local Group to Seek Permission to Pick Litter
November 09, 2023
Penrith Braces for Months of Town Centre Road Closures
November 08, 2023
A66 Upgrade decision delayed until March 2024 by Secretary of State for Transport
November 08, 2023
Concerns over Future of A66 Upgrade Plans as Secretary of State Fails to give Decision
November 07, 2023
Penrith and Communities along the A66 Await Todays Announcement Secretary of State Decision on the A66 Upgrade
November 07, 2023
Penrith Chippie Frying for Cumbria in Young Fish Frier of the Year Awards
November 07, 2023
Omega Proteins applies for planning permission for a District Heat Network
November 07, 2023
Further Delays and Legal Debate Surround the Long Running Penrith Neighbourhood Development Plan Saga
November 06, 2023
Titterington Holidays Announces Retirement, Ending a 97-Year Journey
November 06, 2023
Update on Penrith Power Cut as 391 Properties Still without Power
November 06, 2023
Keeping our children safe on dark roads this winter
November 06, 2023
Power cut hits 842 properties in Penrith
November 06, 2023
Eden Bin Strikes to Continue as Strike Action is Extended with No End Date
November 05, 2023
New Alpine Bar Set to Grace Penrith's Angel Square this Festive Season
November 05, 2023
A66 Upgrade or Eternal Gridlock Penrith Awaits Crucial Decision on A66
November 03, 2023
Remember Remember The Fifth November
November 03, 2023
Newton Rigg to remember the fallen on Armistice Day
November 03, 2023
Westmorland and Furness Council Approves New Office Headquarters Development on Mile Lane
November 03, 2023
Watch the Westmorland and Furness Council November Eden Local Area Planning Committee Meeting
November 01, 2023
Fuel Price Disparity along A6 Leads to Council Calling on Government to Act.
November 01, 2023
Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Joins Trust
November 01, 2023
Council Approves Change to Hours After Breach of Conditions
November 01, 2023
Households to Get Paid for Using Less Energy This Winter
October 31, 2023
Government Cancels Rail Ticket Office Closure Plans
October 31, 2023
Poppy Appeal Launched in Penrith with Recognition of 65 Years Dedicated Service by Edith Bamber
October 30, 2023
Deputy Police Fire and Crime Commissioner sees positive impact of Property Fund in Penrith
October 30, 2023
Thousands Filled the Streets of Penrith For the Winter Droving.
October 28, 2023
Remember you get an Hour Extra in Bed as the Clocks Go Back Tonight.
October 28, 2023
The Wolf Arrives in Penrith for the 2023 Winter Droving
October 28, 2023
Cranstons Celebrate The Relaunch Of Its Cumbrian Food Hall In Penrith This Week
October 26, 2023
Multi Agency Winter Ready Operation Carried Out In Penrith
October 25, 2023
Ofcom launches investigation into Penrith Community Radio Station Eden FM
October 25, 2023
Westmorland and Furness Councillor Accuses House Builder Of Making Obscene Profits And Blatant Capitalism
October 24, 2023
Penrith Town Council’s £7,560 Email System has only 543 Subscribers
October 24, 2023
Cumbria’s Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Publishes Seventh Annual Report
October 23, 2023
Multi-agency response to Rescue Swimmer on Ullswater
October 23, 2023
Crowds Welcome The Wolf At The Ullswater Droving
October 21, 2023
Voreda House Costs Spiral to £8.3million as Completion Not Now Expected until Spring 2024
October 21, 2023
Met Office Issues Yellow Weather Warning for Cumbria as Storm Babet batters the UK
October 20, 2023
No End in Sight for Bin Strike as Unions Vote to Extend the Strike into Second Month
October 20, 2023
Two Teens Back in Court after breaching previously imposed anti-social behaviour injunction
October 19, 2023
Penrith Absent from 2023 Cumbria in Bloom Awards
October 19, 2023
New Arturo Lounge in Penrith to Open in December
October 19, 2023
Penrith Town Council Rejects Expansion Plans for Beaconside Primary School
October 18, 2023
Only Six Councillors Attend Extraordinary Town Council Meeting
October 18, 2023
Westmorland and Furness Council Retreat on Forcing Legal Agreement for Town and Parish Councils
October 17, 2023
Only Vet in the Commons to Chair Meeting on XL Bully Dog Ban
October 17, 2023
Man Arrested after One Person Pronounced Dead in M6 Crash
October 17, 2023
Omega Proteins Penrith wins regional Chamber Business Award 2023
October 16, 2023
A66 Roadworks and Traffic Lights Results in Penrith Gridlock
October 16, 2023
Penrith Gears Up for a Spectacular Christmas Sparkle Celebration
October 15, 2023
Meet Local Charities and Find out about Volunteering at the Eden Volunteering Fair
October 14, 2023
Council Set to Approve Disposal of Assets List to Help Council Financial Sustainability
October 14, 2023
New Saturday Bus Service set to Launch in November between Penrith and Shap
October 13, 2023
Ongoing Issues with Kemplay Traffic Lights Under Investigation
October 13, 2023
Long Delays Around Penrith
October 12, 2023
Police Warn Residents to be Extra Vigilant Following Spate Of Burglaries in Penrith
October 11, 2023
Adult Learning team moving into Penrith Library
October 10, 2023
Two Penrith Youths Appear Back in Court Accused of Breaching an Injunction
October 09, 2023
Penrith in line for New Digital Radio Stations
October 06, 2023
Leo Group to Hold Second Community Liaison Meeting
October 06, 2023
Bin Strike set to Continue in Penrith and Eden for Weeks
October 06, 2023
Deadline looming for education travel grant scheme
October 05, 2023
Penrith chippy nominated for Fish & Chip Takeaway of the Year
October 05, 2023
Evolve Penrith Calls on Westmorland and Furness Council to extend the Community Infrastructure Levy to cover Penrith and Eden
October 05, 2023
Armed Forces Veterans Breakfast Club taking place on Saturday to combat loneliness and allow veterans to return to the tribe
October 05, 2023
Council Agree Funding Plans to Restore and Improve Bus Services In Westmorland And Furness
October 03, 2023
Penrith Primary School set for Increase in Student Spaces
October 03, 2023
Two-Year Delayed Planning Application Finaly Set to Be Decided by Council
October 03, 2023
Driver Arrested Following Collision in Castletown
October 02, 2023
Fire Safety Legislation Changes Impacting All Businesses Set To Come Into Force On 1st October
September 29, 2023
Unlicensed scrap metal collector who challenged the Council to ‘catch him’ is found guilty
September 29, 2023
Plans Submitted to Create 57 Bedroom Contemporary Hotel in Former Student Accommodation at Newton Rigg
September 29, 2023
Vehicle Fire on A66 Westbound at Kemplay Roundabout.
September 28, 2023
Power Cut Hits Parts of Penrith
September 28, 2023
Full Force of Storm Agnes Expected Overnight Across Cumbria
September 27, 2023
Storm Agnes Weather Warning issued with winds of 80mph possible
September 26, 2023
Council Concerned over Removal of DVLA services from PostOffice.
September 26, 2023
Penrith MP fails in Third Selection Bid to be Parliamentary Candidate
September 26, 2023
Penrith Town Councillor Storms Out of Meeting, Accusing Council of Being Undemocratic
September 25, 2023
Penrith and Eden to Face Weeks of Bin Strikes over Pay
September 25, 2023
Town Council to Discuss Thacka Beck Land Disposal in Private Meeting
September 24, 2023
Three arrested after police incident closed M6 at Tebay Services
September 23, 2023
Westmorland and Furness Council Under Scrutiny Over Financial Transparency Failures and Payments to Dissolved Company
September 22, 2023
Crowds Flock to Opening of New Penrith Shop
September 22, 2023
Cumbria Police Appeal for Help locate Wanted Person
September 22, 2023
Town Council Eyes Lucky Numbers with Plan to Takeover Penrith Lottery
September 21, 2023
Police Search Plane used over Tebay
September 21, 2023
Police reopen M6 as air search continues
September 21, 2023
Police Search closes M6 in both directions between J37 J39
September 21, 2023
The Original Factory Shop Opening New Penrith Store on Friday.
September 20, 2023
Thacka Beck Turns Orange Sparking Environmental Concerns
September 20, 2023
Britain’s biggest broadcasters announce Freely a new free TV service that will deliver live TV over broadband
September 19, 2023
Yellow Weather Warning Issued for 36 Hours of Heavy Rain
September 18, 2023
Environment Pollution Feature - Arsenic in the Air across Penrith
September 18, 2023
Council Set to Approve £175,000 Political Roles to Work for Political Parties on the Council.
September 17, 2023
Penrith Skills Fair to Showcase Career Opportunities
September 17, 2023
Four Banned from Penrith Town Centre as Court Hands Them Antisocial Behaviour Injunctions
September 15, 2023
Lifting the Veil on Penrith's Hidden Pollution and the Risks Lurking Around Us
September 15, 2023
Local Government Boundary Commission Review of New Councils to Start in July 2024
September 15, 2023
Bid to Establish Community Group in Castletown
September 14, 2023
Family-friendly launch event to celebrate Castle Park Tennis Courts refurbishment
September 14, 2023
Roadworks to be lifted on M6 South of Penrith after resurfacing work
September 13, 2023
Sky Filled with Military Aircraft as Operation Cobra Warrior Get Underway.
September 13, 2023
New 20mph Speed Limits Could Be Heading For Penrith
September 13, 2023
Local Democracy Reporting Revolution with Launch of New Innovative Video System.
September 12, 2023
Westmorland and Furness Council Cabinet will meet Tuesday morning in Kendal to approve a new council asset disposal policy
September 12, 2023
Rare Green Comet Set to be Visible to Naked Eye Over Next Few Days
September 11, 2023
Heavy Rain Causing Flooding on Roads around Penrith area.
September 10, 2023
Met Office issues yellow thunderstorm warning for Cumbria.
September 10, 2023
Cumbria Charity Convoy passes through Penrith
September 09, 2023
Cumbria Charity Convoy set to pass through Penrith on Saturday
September 08, 2023
RAAC not found in Westmorland and Furness Council maintained schools
September 07, 2023
Councillors Vote Yes to Approval of New Diner and Drive-Through on Eden Business Park
September 06, 2023
Newton Rigg site welcomes first cohort of apprentices to purpose-built Viberoptix Training Academy
September 06, 2023
Westmorland and Furness Councils failed to obtain planning approval for works at CastlePark
September 05, 2023
Council Set to Approve Spending almost £3 Million on a New Council Owned Solar Farm
September 05, 2023
Council Agree to Remove Controversial Flagstones in Penrith Cemetery described as concrete stairs to heaven
September 04, 2023
Westmorland and Furness Councillor Faces Code of Conduct Hearing After Just 83 Days in Office
September 04, 2023
From Spuds to SpudLife Penrith’s World Famous Tattie Tim Launches New Podcast
September 02, 2023
Another Penrith Business Closes Due to Difficult Times for the High Street
September 02, 2023
Penrith Barbers Reopens Following Devastation of Fire
September 02, 2023
Councils Issues Update on RAAC in Schools as One Cumbria School Identified So Far with Issues
September 01, 2023
Shock as Eden Based British Superbike team owner Paul Bird passes away aged 56 after short illness
September 01, 2023
Traffic is Bumper to Bumper around Penrith. ‘It’s Friday After All’
September 01, 2023
Town Hall Meeting for New Penrith Cemetery Group
September 01, 2023
Police Issue Warning about Cold Callers Operating in Penrith area
September 01, 2023
New Diner and Drive-Through Set for Approval on Eden Business Park
August 31, 2023
Breaking News Schools ordered to close immediately over safey risk
August 31, 2023
Flu and COVID autumn vaccine programmes brought forward following the identification of new COVID-19 variant
August 30, 2023
Penrith Fire Station fundraising open day this Saturday in support of two charities The Firefighters Charity and Great North Air Ambulance.
August 30, 2023
Council leaders see new homes take shape In Penrith
August 30, 2023
Local schools get involved in celebration of 800 years of Penrith market charter
August 30, 2023
Government Plans Could see 1000’s of New Houses Built Around Penrith
August 29, 2023
Planning Application reveals a New Name for Penrith Housing Development
August 28, 2023
Six Weeks of A66 Roadworks and Overnight Closures Set to Get Underway on Tuesday
August 28, 2023
Banners Unfurled Across Cumbria Protesting Against Government Green Light For New Coal Mine
August 27, 2023
Fire Crews from Five Stations Called In To Battle Penrith Fire
August 27, 2023
A66 Upgrade Thrown into Doubt as Midnight Deadline set by Secretary of State for Westmorland and Furness Council to Respond Approaches
August 25, 2023
A66 fully reopened following crash between HGV and Motorbike
August 25, 2023
Local MP tuned in to supporting local community radio
August 24, 2023
Book your place for curry and an informal evening of networking in Penrith
August 24, 2023
Police appeal for help identifying female in connection with Penrith Shoplifting
August 24, 2023
Penrith Drivers ignore road closure in town centre
August 24, 2023
Police Seize car following antisocial behaviour in Penrith Car Park
August 22, 2023
Council Lands Penrith at Centre of a Phone Tower Battle
August 21, 2023
Penrith MP pledges support for local police officers as they continue to keep people safe
August 19, 2023
Storm Betty to bring heavy rain and 70mph winds across UK as multiple yellow weather warnings are issued
August 18, 2023
Drugs Warrant and Early Morning Raid in Penrith Leads to Arrest
August 17, 2023
Have your say on the future of Cumbria Fire and Rescue
August 16, 2023
New Informal Business Networking Event Set to Launch in Penrith
August 15, 2023
A66 Between Scotch Corner and Barnard Castle Road Works with convoy in place.
August 15, 2023
Cranstons announce major refurbishment of its flagship Penrith Food Hall
August 15, 2023
Unlicensed scrap dealer in Penrith prosecuted by council
August 14, 2023
HGV crashes into M6 central reservation south of Penrith
August 14, 2023
Met Office Yellow Weather Warning issued for Cumbria with Persistent heavy rain forecast for Monday
August 13, 2023
Red Arrows Penrith Fly By on Saturday afternoon
August 11, 2023
A NEW Lounge restaurant is set to open in the Penrith New Squares on the aptly named Brewery Lane
August 11, 2023
MP visits entrepreneurs making a splash at Penrith pool
August 10, 2023
The Original Factory Shop Opening New Store in Penrith
August 09, 2023
Incident at Penrith Boots store
August 09, 2023
Concerns over Obstruction reported to Cumbria Police and Council moments before accident on Portland Place
August 08, 2023
Second New Retail Shop for Carleton Village
August 08, 2023
Portland Place closed following collision
August 08, 2023
Police appeal for witnesses to Penrith Flasher incident
August 07, 2023
Government Consultation on Proposes Major Changes to Permitted Development and Planning Rules
August 06, 2023
Government Axe Cumbria LEP Funding and Transfer roles to Council
August 06, 2023
Storm Antoni to bring wind and rain over the weekend
August 04, 2023
Penrith Fuel prices Increase Further within 12 Hours
August 04, 2023
Hopes New Councils will Signal Full Steam Ahead for Penrith To Keswick Railway Line
August 04, 2023
Leo Group Addresses Community Concerns Regarding Odour Issues and Showcase the Companies Environmental Initiatives
August 04, 2023
Fuel Prices on the rise again in Penrith
August 04, 2023
Penrith Rotary Club Charity Golf Day raised £4,000 for Good Causes
August 02, 2023
Increase in Drug Related Crimes at Kendal Calling
August 02, 2023
Penrith and Eden Ruled Out as Potential Hosts for UK's Geological Disposal Facility
August 02, 2023
A66 closed after wagon shed load of bales
July 31, 2023
Breaking News Penrith and The Border MP loses second selection bid
July 30, 2023
Further Concerns Arise Over Democratic Practices at Penrith Town Council as Councillor Resigns from Council Committee
July 27, 2023
Work underway on £870,000 ground improvements at Penrith’s Frenchfield Stadium
July 27, 2023
Twice the population of Penrith set descend Kendal Calling 2023
July 26, 2023
Step back in time to 1978 Penrith with new Penrith Town Trails Book.
July 26, 2023
Penrith MP backs new government measures to hold water companies to account
July 26, 2023
M6 Closed in Both Direction at Tebay
July 25, 2023
Community-Centric Approach in Developing New Community Plan for Penrith
July 25, 2023
Penrith Morrisons Petrol Station closed due to incident
July 24, 2023
Penrith Cricket Club Pitches a Good Length as Significant five year plans unveiled to develop Penrith Cricket Club on and off the pitch
July 22, 2023
Cumbria Police issue Section 35 Dispersal order in Penrith
July 21, 2023
Penrith Cemetery Community Outrage Over Concrete Flagstones leads to positive steps forward
July 21, 2023
Friday Gridlock around Penrith
July 21, 2023
Traffic light chaos on Kemplay roundabout set to end as work gets underway to install new control unit
July 20, 2023
What's On: Beer Festival at The Cross Keys Inn Carleton
July 20, 2023
Pubwatch groups across Eden agree to work together
July 19, 2023
Road Safety Partnership visibility to increase on the A66 in support of Cumbria Vision Zero as drivers caught doing 134mph on A66
July 18, 2023
Anger over biscuit tin ballot to appoint new councillor as town councillor walks out of meeting
July 17, 2023
Spate of Crimes Plagues Penrith Businesses as Vandalism and Theft on the Rise
July 16, 2023
Met Office issues yellow thunderstorm warning for Cumbria
July 15, 2023
Penrith Show Promises an Exciting Day for All
July 14, 2023
Leo Group invites Penrith residents to Community Liaison Meeting
July 14, 2023
Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Students quiz MP in Westminster
July 14, 2023
M6 Closed between Penrith and Carlisle in both directions.
July 13, 2023
Penrith police station public counter returns to service
July 12, 2023
Penrith Town Council to Appoint New Councillor Amidst Claims of Undemocratic Process in closed door meeting
July 12, 2023
Planning Appeal Dismissed for Large Industrial Sign in Penrith by Government-appointed inspector
July 11, 2023
Penrith Town Council Unlawful Employing of a Serving Town Councillor in a £45,000 job throws Doubt on Council's Integrity
July 10, 2023
Talkin' Tables Initiative Spreads Hope and Friendship in Penrith
July 09, 2023
Cumbria Police get on their bike
July 08, 2023
Penrith Anti-social behaviour hotspot named by Cumbria police following targeted patrols
July 08, 2023
Man who died in Fridays A66 collision at Brough identified by Police
July 08, 2023
Man dies following A66 collision
July 07, 2023
Yellow weather warning issued for Saturday for Thunderstorm with Flash Flooding Risk and Travel Disruptions
July 07, 2023
Following Wednesday nights devastating fire in Penrith Town Centre we speak with two of the group of young hero’s who raised the alarm
July 06, 2023
Scene of Destruction after Fire Engulfs Penrith Town Centre Property
July 06, 2023
Major incident in Penrith as barbers goes up in fireball
July 05, 2023
Penrith Railway Station Ticket Office Faces Closure as part of 1,000 closures across England
July 05, 2023
Two arrested and Bags Seized as multiple Police Vehicles Converged on Penrith Train Station
July 03, 2023
Plans submitted for New Fuel Bunkering Site for HGV Refuelling West of Penrith
July 02, 2023
Ofgem Price Cap Drops: Households Urged to Submit Meter Readings to Avoid Estimated Bills
July 01, 2023
127th Skelton Show delivers an A to Z of a show with something for everyone
July 01, 2023
Penrith Business back Penrith BiD with a YES
July 01, 2023
Mark Jenkinson among MPs Accused of Interfering in parliamentary committee party gate probe.
June 30, 2023
“It’s Bedlam” Friday Congestion on A66 and M6
June 30, 2023
Saturday will see the 127th Skelton Show take place offering A Spectacular Celebration of Rural Life and Entertainment
June 30, 2023
Concerns Mount Over Future of Penrith Pharmacy as Boots Announces Closure of 300 Stores
June 28, 2023
Boundary Commission's final report reaches House of Commons and could mean Penrith is placed in a new constituency
June 27, 2023
Plans submitted for a new Convenience Store in Carleton Village Aims to Bring Convenience and Community Benefits.
June 27, 2023
Penrith Town Council's spends thousands on email marketing.
June 26, 2023
Penrith Recycling Centre Faces Repeated Illegal Dumping, Residents Demand Council Action
June 26, 2023
Agricultural Hotel Sold for undisclosed Price
June 26, 2023
Omega Proteins Withdraws Anaerobic Digestion Facility Plans Following Local council Opposition
June 25, 2023
999-emergency number experiencing technical issues
June 25, 2023
Traffic light chaos on Kemplay roundabout set to continue through peak summer period.
June 24, 2023
Connectivity issues under spotlight at Penrith business breakfast.
June 22, 2023
Cumbrian communities set to benefit from £40,000 for renewable energy projects
June 22, 2023
Council trials sustainable perennial planting in Penrith as part of effort to save money and the planet.
June 21, 2023
Firefighters Battle Intense HGV Blaze that closed the M6 for hours on Saturday.
June 18, 2023
Hundreds of motoring offences dealt with in road safety operations
June 17, 2023
M6 closed with long delays in and around Penrith following vehicle fire on M6.
June 17, 2023
Stagecoach's Contract Revision with Westmorland & Furness Council Sparks Outrage as Vital School Bus Service Axed.
June 16, 2023
New Council shows commitment to Armed Forces by signing covenant.
June 15, 2023
Once in a lifetime project to improve safety, boost the local economy, and connect communities across the north moves a step closer.
June 15, 2023
Police appeal for witnesses to A66 accident involving a HGV and pedestrian.
June 15, 2023
Long delays continue around Penrith as police crash investigation closes A66.
June 14, 2023
Accident on A66 near Kemplay Roundabout leads to heavy congestion in and round Penrith.
June 14, 2023
Vandals leave trail of destruction in Penrith overnight.
June 14, 2023
“It looks like a landfill site” reaction to Rubbish dumped at Penrith recycling centre.
June 13, 2023
Skelton Show Returns with Optimism Promising the Best Event Yet!
June 12, 2023
Several Penrith Pubs close doors for Saturday Night as Appleby Fair gets underway.
June 10, 2023
Join in with the Letters To Tomorrow as part of The Great Big Green Week
June 10, 2023
Heatwave, Gritters and Thunderstorms for Cumbria as Yellow weather warning extended.
June 10, 2023
Town Council in search for a new councillor - could it be you?
June 08, 2023
Yellow Heat-Health Alerts extended to cover Penrith and Cumbria as south is escalated to amber heat alert.
June 08, 2023
Family pay tribute to woman who died following B5320 collision
June 07, 2023
Fibrus scores with new £30k sports fund for grassroots clubs
June 06, 2023
Westmorland and Furness Council vote to back fresh Penrith bid ballot with a Yes.
June 06, 2023
Town Council planning committee receive update on 20mph Zone Proposal for Penrith
June 05, 2023
Missing Person 20-year-old female from Penrith.
June 04, 2023
Neo-Nazi Group Plotting Revolution and Terror Attacks During Secret Meeting at Eamont Bridge Village Hall
June 04, 2023
Penrith-based branding specialist certified as carbon neutral
June 03, 2023
Big Green Week Cafs Home Energy Efficiency event
June 03, 2023
Go Outdoors set to reopen its new look Penrith Store today.
June 03, 2023
Penrith and Eden set to loose out on thousands of pounds under Westmorland and Furness structure and plans
May 31, 2023
Police called after Penrith Town Councillor refused to leave private property
May 30, 2023
Substantial delays continue on M6 this evening
May 26, 2023
Failure of Eden District Council's Audit of Accounts to be Signed off Since 2020 Raises Concerns
May 25, 2023
Going Going but not gone Agricultural Hotel NOT sold at auction despite bid price of £290,000
May 25, 2023
Penrith Pub's Potential Listing as Community Asset Receives Last-Minute Backing from Town Council ahead of auction.
May 24, 2023
Penrith Lloyds Pharmacy closure date changes to 13th June 2023
May 23, 2023
Three Penrith West town councillors decline to take part in council debate and voting on two planning applications
May 16, 2023
Center Parcs For Sale for reported £5 billion
May 15, 2023
Penrith Town Council appoints new Town Mayor at first meeting since May elections.
May 15, 2023
Are you concerned about rural housing affordability?
May 15, 2023
Penrith high street blow as another retail chain closes in town
May 15, 2023
Police appeal following £1000 of damage at Penrith Bus Station
May 14, 2023
Cumbria Police appeals for help finding missing Penrith teenager
May 13, 2023
Major roads closed South of Penrith A6 over weekend and M6 next week
May 12, 2023
Step back in time to the 1940 this weekend at Brougham Hall War Time Weekend
May 12, 2023
Drugs arrest following police operation around St Andrews Church yard
May 11, 2023
Public participation in planning process affirmed by new council
May 10, 2023
Penrith Town Council set to hold first meeting of new council since elections
May 10, 2023
Petition against luge track presented to Westmorland and Furness Council
May 09, 2023
First ever Westmorland and Furness Council Eden locality board meeting.
May 09, 2023
Housing Association awarded highest rating for governance by regulators.
May 08, 2023
The North South divide across Westmorland and Furness.
May 08, 2023
The Coronation of King Charles III Live
May 06, 2023
Planning appeal launched by firm over refused retrospective planning application.
May 05, 2023
Whos in whos out Penrith Town election results
May 04, 2023
Polls have just closed in the Penrith Town Council elections
May 04, 2023
Parts of Penrith will head to the polls to elect town councillors on Thursday
May 03, 2023
Local Pub blames Unprecedented local authority restrictions forced it to close on one of the business days of the year in Penrith.
May 01, 2023
Penrith May Day Carnival returns for 40th Anniversary
May 01, 2023
May Day Carnival returns to Penrith for its 40th Anniversary
April 30, 2023
5 months of work set to commence on 50 year old M6 bridge including overnight closures.
April 28, 2023
Council to close A6 South at Kemplay to all traffic over three weekends in May and June
April 28, 2023
Chief Constable Michelle Skeer announces forthcoming retirement from Cumbria Constabulary
April 27, 2023
Penrith Annual Town Meeting held.
April 24, 2023
Protest at Penrith Annual Town Meetings
April 25, 2023
Police appeal for witnesses after collision on M6.
April 24, 2023
UK tests new emergency alert system
April 23, 2023
The countdown is on to the 2023 Penrith May Day carnival.
April 22, 2023
Further emergency road closures for Penrith road repairs
April 22, 2023
Crash blocks Norfolk road in Penrith this morning
April 21, 2023
New Westmorland and Furness council concludes first official meeting with a photo.
April 20, 2023
First ever Chair and Leader of the new Westmorland and Furness Council elected.
April 20, 2023
Penrith Hotel set to go to under the hammer next month
April 17, 2023
Will you get to vote for who becomes your new town councillor
April 15, 2023
Penrith business leading on circular economy by recovering valuable materials.
April 14, 2023
Emergency road closures required to repair degraded town centre roads
April 12, 2023
Councillors set to approve their own pay rise just twenty days after take over.
April 10, 2023
Police appeal for witnesses following Penrith New Squares incident
April 07, 2023
Fire crew called out to bin fire at Ullswater Community College
April 07, 2023
Work to improve Castle Park Tennis Courts to get underway.
April 06, 2023
Major police and emergency services presence in Penrith following multi casualty incident.
April 06, 2023
Penrith election candidates announced
April 05, 2023
Stairway to heaven or concrete eyesore
April 03, 2023
War of words as MP accuses Deputy Leader of Westmorland and Furness council of outright lies
April 02, 2023
“Penrith is not in Westmorland and Furness” Protest at proclamation.
April 01, 2023
The Biggest change in local government in the ares since 1974 has just taken place
April 01, 2023
Penrith police station on Hunter Lane set to reopen with public counter access
March 31, 2023
New Saturday bus service from Kirkby Stephen Station to Penrith will start this Saturday
March 29, 2023
Mud mountains, machines and now planning breaches in other parts of the UK cause resident’s concern
March 30, 2023
OyezOyezOyez Town Criers to make proclamation of new council on April fools day
March 29, 2023
Penrith Cinema issues an urgent plea
March 28, 2023
Penrith chippie owner recognised for community contribution.
March 27, 2023
Cannabis Farm discovered in disused Penrith Building.
March 27, 2023
Penrith Market celebrates 800th anniversary
March 27, 2023
Last Town Council meeting before May elections, votes to remove grant decision making powers from the new council.
March 27, 2023
Cannabis Farm discovered in disused Penrith Building
March 27, 2023
Penrith residents paying above average parish precept costs for town council.
March 25, 2023
Cumbria County council meets for final time after 50 years of service
March 24, 2023
Penrith named one of the best places to live in the North West by The Sunday Times
March 24, 2023
Penrith Town Council’s last meeting of the current council will take place on Monday.
March 24, 2023
Penrith Pub facing an uncertain future nominated as a community asset
March 23, 2023
Penrith parking cost set to rise from April 10th new council announces.
March 20, 2023
Call for Community Governance Review for Penrith
March 19, 2023
New council reminds public what to expect as new Council Tax bills delivered
March 16, 2023
Last ever Eden Planning committee meeting approves two new Penrith business park applications.
March 16, 2023
Businesses vote YES to Penrith Industrial BiD in renewal ballot.
March 16, 2023
Budget 2023 key points for Penrith households.
March 15, 2023
Last ever Eden District Council cabinet meeting
March 14, 2023
Female arrested in Penrith Drugs raid.
March 14, 2023
Penrith Town Councillors rejects motion calling for a community governance review.
March 13, 2023
Breaking News Penrith Town Councillors vote against giving People of Penrith a democratic voice.
March 13, 2023
Omega Proteins Penrith commissions new multi-fuel thermal oxidiser.
March 13, 2023
North Lakes Hotel food and drink market
March 12, 2023
Booths named as retailer embroiled in fake British Beef scandal.
March 10, 2023
New legislation requiring voter id for Penrith Town Council Elections in May.
March 10, 2023
Eden Council submit fresh planning application for Voreda House.
March 09, 2023
Yellow Weather Warning for Penrith as blizzards forecast for parts of Cumbria
March 07, 2023
Town Council to consider motion to put Penrith back into Cumberland.
March 07, 2023
Westmorland and Furness Council approve setting of council tax.
March 07, 2023
Westmorland and Furness council approve historic first budget.
March 07, 2023
Penrith council tax set to be the most expensive of the 5 main Towns in Westmorland and Furness.
March 02, 2023
1 month to go until new Westmorland and Furness Council replaces Eden Council.
March 01, 2023
Changes to domestic waste collection days for half of Eden residents
February 27, 2023
Eyes to the Sky for a free light show.
February 26, 2023
Missing Person: Have you seen teen, missing from Penrith?
February 25, 2023
Eden Council set to hold an end of days disco for councillors and staff.
February 25, 2023
Eden Council failed to use £2,408,430.84 in grant funding it has returned to government departments.
February 01, 2023
Penrith Town Council are asking for your views on part of Penrith’s Neighbourhood Development Plan via a survey.
February 02, 2023
Penrith Environment Agency employees set to strike
February 02, 2023
Penrith business forced to cut services as result of costs and recruitment issues
February 04, 2023
Battle lines drawn as Conservatives meet to select Candidate.
February 04, 2023
Councillors facing multiple code of conduct investigations.
February 06, 2023
Penrith Household Waste Recycling Centre accepting soft furniture again.
February 06, 2023
Eden Council awarded £160,000 for toilet upgrades from the Changing Places Fund.
February 07, 2023
Majority of residents who responded are against councils proposed council tax hike.
February 07, 2023
Business Breakfast questions for council leader.
February 10, 2023
Company hits back at constantly repeated untruths and innuendos of a Penrith group.
February 11, 2023
Penrith third most dangerous small town in Cumbria crime data reveals.
February 12, 2023
Penrith becomes home of new fibre campus.
February 13, 2023
Eden Council cancel another council meeting
February 16, 2023
ASDA set to open first shop in Penrith.
February 20, 2023
Eden Council set to increase Penrith Leisure centre prices.
February 20, 2023
Hundreds of electric vehicle charging points planned as Cumbria receives £1.4 million funding from government.
February 21, 2023
What are your thoughts?
February 24, 2023
Back to the future as group call for pedestrianisation of town centre again.
February 24, 2023
New Council Cabinet approves recommendation for council tax increase for Penrith and Eden of 5.95%
February 24, 2023
New council day one requirements only 36.1% ready
January 09, 2023
Eden council cancels planned Cabinet meeting for second month in a row
January 09, 2023
Penrith Town Council planning committee hold meeting in private to discuss Penrith Neighbourhood Plan legal advice
January 09, 2023
Town council vote to support Penrith Football club plans
January 09, 2023
A Penrith business is set to celebrate more than 50 years in business.
January 05, 2023
Eden Council leader facing code of conduct investigation.
January 04, 2023
Outdoor clothing chain announces new store in Penrith to open.
January 03, 2023
Opportunity to travel between Penrith and Kendal for just £2 as bus 106 Bus adopts government scheme.
January 03, 2023
School says goodbye and thank you to teacher after 23 years at the school.
January 02, 2023
The Bishop of Penrith's New Year Message
January 01, 2023
No Trains North of Carlisle until Friday.
January 01, 2023
Met Office issues Yellow weather warning for ice across Cumbria and the North for January 2023 bank holiday
January 01, 2023
Penrith has biggest population increase in Cumbria over the last decade with forecast of substantial increase by 2030.
January 01, 2023
Claims of oppressive and toxic environment in Penrith Local government
December 28, 2022
No Strike action at North Cumbria Integrated Care Trust
December 28, 2022
Tim Hortons opens its doors in Penrith
December 28, 2022
‘Danger to life’ Amber weather warning issued for the Penrith and Cumbria
December 28, 2022
Ullswater Community College selected for Government’s School Rebuilding Programme
December 28, 2022
Visiting suspended on some hospital wards
December 28, 2022
Police urge parents to talk to children about their lives online following concern over sextortion cases
December 28, 2022
Avanti West Coast to ban e-scooters at Penrith Station and onboard trains
December 28, 2022
Carlisle Man banned from entering Penrith Supermarkets by Majesties Court
December 28, 2022
Could you be the next Penrith Museum Curator?
December 28, 2022
Police and Crime Commissioner asks the public their view on budget proposals.
December 28, 2022
No new doctors spaces created as developers build 100’s more homes in Penrith and Eden
December 28, 2022
Legality of town council meeting challenged
December 28, 2022
Council unable to accept sofas and soft furniture as landfill ban starts in new year
December 28, 2022
Cumbria Police appeal for witnesses following £4,000 Penrith Shoplifting incident
December 28, 2022
Breaking News Police and other Emergency services are at an incident in Penrith.
December 28, 2022
Merry Christmas to everyone in our awesome town
December 28, 2022
Car crashes into House in Penrith Update.
December 28, 2022
The NORAD Santa tracker is live and you can find out where Santa is right now.
December 28, 2022
Fresh ballot on cards for Penrith BiD
December 28, 2022
Kings Christmas speech Live
December 28, 2022
The Met Office has issued a weather warning for ice covering Cumbria
December 28, 2022
Penrith Man due in court following car crash into Penrith home
December 28, 2022
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