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Oliver Hodgson
Mar 4, 20214 min read
Here’s 10 Female Owned Cumbrian Brands To Support This International Women's Day
International Women's Day (March 8) is a global day which celebrates the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women....
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Oliver Hodgson
Feb 3, 20214 min read
Calling all aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners...
A new programme has been launched in Cumbria to inspire and support the next generation of young entrepreneurs. As our region begins to...
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Luke Johnston
Jan 28, 20212 min read
Whitehaven AFC reveals ambitious plans for Multi-Million Facility
Whitehaven AFC have unveiled plans to expand their existing facility in Whitehaven which would connect it to Mirehouse and change it into...
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Oliver Hodgson
Jan 27, 20212 min read
Combatting Loneliness with a brand new 'buddy' concept
A new concept to combat loneliness has been launched in Cumbria providing a ‘buddy’ service for the elderly with all expenses covered....
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Oliver Hodgson
Jan 20, 20212 min read
Mental Health is a worry
Two mental health advocates are worried about the mental health crisis, which is feared to come post the Coronavirus pandemic. The...
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Oliver Hodgson
Jan 20, 20212 min read
Council purchases key Cleator Moor site
COPELAND Council has signified its ambitions for Cleator Moor with the purchase of a key site in town. The council has completed the...
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Oliver Hodgson
Jan 20, 20213 min read
Keswick Mountain Festival challenges off-road cyclists with new gravel event
Keswick Mountain Festival has announced details of a new gravel cycling event for 2021. The DexShell Hell in the Fells will see riders...
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Oliver Hodgson
Jan 6, 20212 min read
Controversial mining plans for West Cumbria won't be scrutinised by Government
The MP for Copeland has today welcomed a decision by the Ministry of Communities Housing, and Local Government to reject a request to...
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Oliver Hodgson
Jan 6, 20212 min read
Village Restaurant Relaunch Proves A Hit
Taking over a hospitality establishment in 2020 is a challenge like no other. The Ancell family have taken on that challenge and have had...
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Oliver Hodgson
Dec 29, 20202 min read
Staggering 70 per cent rise in mountain rescue callouts in December
The Lake District's mountain rescue volunteers are urging people to take extra care on the fells after a 70 per cent leap in callouts...
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Oliver Hodgson
Dec 29, 20202 min read
Whitehaven Travel Agents Are Elated After Being Shortlisted For Prestigious Industry Awards
A reputable independent Cumbrian travel agency are celebrating after being shortlisted for prestigious travel industry awards. The agency...
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Oliver Hodgson
Dec 29, 20203 min read
£6m funding boost for Cumbria Police
Cumbria Police is set to receive an additional £6m in its funding next year following an announcement from the Home Secretary. Home...
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Oliver Hodgson
Dec 29, 20202 min read
Town’s Hospitality Entrepreneurs Pivot Amid Difficult Year
A popular Whitehaven bar decided to pivot in November and has quickly become renowned for their quirky cocktails and homemade pizzas....
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Oliver Hodgson
Dec 16, 20202 min read
Cumbrian Care Company Celebrate Christmas With Santa Deliveries and Carol Singing
No Christmas parties this year? No problem, one group of Cumbrian carers have been out across West and North Cumbria delivering Christmas...
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Oliver Hodgson
Dec 16, 20203 min read
4,000 carrier bags of food delivered to ensure no child in community goes hungry this Christmas
A staggering 4,000 carrier bags of food were delivered on Monday to ensure no child in a community would go hungry this Christmas. The...
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Oliver Hodgson
Dec 15, 20202 min read
Cumbrian Travel Agency Celebrate After County Brides Award Win
A renowned independent Cumbrian travel agency is celebrating after a well-respected award win in the wedding industry. The agency who...
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Oliver Hodgson
Dec 11, 20202 min read
Grassroots football projects identified for Copeland
This week, Trudy Harrison MP met with representatives from the Football Association (FA) and Active Cumbria to discuss proposals to...
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Oliver Hodgson
Dec 4, 20203 min read
Five Years On | Nic Hewitt's Story
A businesswoman who was left on the brink of suicide following the Storm Desmond floods which struck Cumbria in 2015 says setting up her...
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Oliver Hodgson
Dec 4, 20202 min read
TV adventurer Ben Fogle takes on Honister’s Via Ferrata
The Honister Slate Mine will make its latest appearance on TV next week, following a special visit paid by presenter and international...
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Oliver Hodgson
Dec 4, 20202 min read
Gosforth Family To Relaunch The Red Admiral
Despite the hospitality industry feeling the brunt of the pandemic this year, one entrepreneurial family are taking on the Red Admiral...
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