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Families across Cumberland are being encouraged to make the most of a new summer travel offer that will see children travel free on participating bus services throughout August.

Cumberland Council is preparing to move into the final phase of the Workington Gateway project, as work continues to deliver major improvements to the town's infrastructure, connectivity and public spaces.

Cumberland Council, in partnership with Connect Roads, is set to deliver a carriageway resurfacing programme on the A6071 between Longtown and Brampton.

Cumberland Council is inviting residents to join a week-long programme of activities and entertainment as Carlisle Library reopens its doors on Tuesday 4 August following its major transformation.

A new monthly market has been launched in Whitehaven town centre, giving local traders and shoppers a regular opportunity to support independent businesses.

A new Supported Housing Strategy has been agreed by Cumberland Council, setting out plans to improve housing and support for residents across Cumberland, with the voices and experiences of local people at its heart.

The Civic Hall in Whitehaven has now fully reopened following the completion of essential safety improvements.

A new development bringing highly skilled jobs and significant investment to west Cumbria is earmarked for the Port of Workington.

The summer holidays may have just begun, but Cumberland Council is encouraging headteachers and school leaders to get ahead of the new academic year by signing up for a free workshop focused on improving road safety outside schools.

Visitors to Cumberland Council’s Taste Cumbria Maryport event on Sunday 9 August 2026 will get a chance to see an international cycling trophy - set to be presented to the host of the next Tour de France Grand Départ in 2027.