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Friday 13 September 2024

In this week's edition:

• TOP STORY: Plans to protect Ulverston library service and Coro backed by Cabinet
• This week's headlines:
• In other news...
• The latest job vacancies from Westmorland and Furness Council

TOP STORY: Plans to protect Ulverston library service and Coro backed by Cabinet

Plans have been backed which could see millions of pounds being invested to protect a library service and breathe new life into a key community building.

A meeting of Westmorland and Furness Council’s Cabinet yesterday (10 September) approved a recommendation that Ulverston’s library service be permanently re-located to The Coro in the town.

Cabinet also committed to work alongside the Ulverston community as it develops the library plans and establishes a new programme of activities at The Coro.

Following the closure of the King’s Road library building, Westmorland and Furness Council worked with architects and independent consultants to explore a range of options for delivering the library service, and also considered how any options could potentially affect the sustainability of The Coro.

Read the full story.

This week's headlines:

Westmorland and Furness School applications open for 2025

Westmorland and Furness School applications are now open for September 2025 intake.

Nominations open for Grange and Cartmel by-election

Nominations have opened for the Grange and Cartmel ward at Westmorland and Furness Council, recently vacated by the retirement of Cllr Sue Sanderson.

Public asked to share views on Day Opportunities for adults

Council is asking people to share their thoughts on ideas to improve the Day Opportunities on offer.

Don’t lose your voice – check your voter registration details

Eligible electors in Westmorland and Furness are being urged not to lose their voice on decisions that affect them by checking their electoral registration details.

LED lighting renewal scheme to begin at Westmorland Shopping Centre Multi-Storey Car Park

Car park users will soon benefit from a higher standard of illumination as work begins on a new energy efficient LED lighting system at the multi storey car park at Westmorland Shopping Centre in Kendal.

In other news...

LAUNCH EVENT - The Shipyard Town

The Dock Museum invites you to join us in celebrating our 30th birthday and the launch of our new gallery, Shipyard Town.

• Saturday 28th & Sunday 29th September 2024
• Dock Museum
• FREE EVENT (Children’s Workshops £1 per child)

Come along and:

• Explore the new gallery
• Watch performances in our amphitheatre
• Discover treasure on our museum grounds trail

We are also running children’s workshops on our middle floor where you can try your hand at periscope, hovercraft, boat and printmaking.

Tickets for the children’s workshops are £1 per child. Places are limited, so please pre-book tickets by calling The Forum on 01229 820000.

Don't miss this 'ace' opportunity this weekend!

We'll be holding a Castle Park Open Day with FREE and fun coaching sessions at the tennis courts including cardio tennis, and free play, games and tennis tips!

• Sunday 15 September
• Penrith Castle Park, CA11 8JG
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• 10.00am to 1.00pm
• All ages welcome

Other activities such as crazy golf and bowls will also be available for free.

Book your FREE place now.

The latest job vacancies from Westmorland and Furness Council

Join us! There are currently 90 job opportunities available to apply for now.

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