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Local residents and visitors are being given the chance to try out the newly transformed tennis courts in Bitts Park, Carlisle for free this weekend. Whether you want to play for the first time, or rediscover an old passion, there's something for everyone.

The Chair of Cumberland Council, Cllr Andy Semple, will be swapping his gavel for a guitar this Saturday (20 July) for Cockermouth’s Charities Week.

The former bandmember will be busking on the streets of Cockermouth in aid of his chosen charity, Pancreatic Cancer UK.

This year’s rearranged Upperby Gala in Carlisle is set to be a great family day out with entertainment to suit all ages.

The programme for the popular community gala will include a packed programme of fun activities.

Find out which local projects received a boost in the latest round of Community Panel funding.

Our fabulous Operation Respect events are taking place at five venues across Cumberland this summer.

Shops in Carlisle and Workington have been praised following a test purchasing operation organised by Cumberland Council.

A new recruitment hub has been launched to recruit urgently needed foster carers across Cumbria and Lancashire.

Cumberland Council is set to host a free summer fete at the Distington Walled Garden on Saturday 27 July.

Following the success of previous events, the council is eager to continue showcasing the talents of local artisans. They have organised another Artisan Fete which will be held between 10am and 4pm.

Executive Members will be considering proposals to review and consult on the Home to School travel policy at an upcoming Executive meeting due to be held on 23 July.

Cumberland Council’s highways team has reopened the Cocker Bridge in Cockermouth to two-way traffic today (Friday, 12 July).