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The transformation of a former bank into a new arts and enterprise centre for the community of Millom and Haverigg has taken another step forward.

Planning permission has been granted for the £2 million scheme.

Councillors, officers and stakeholders gathered today (10 April) to celebrate the £2.3 million investment in Eskdale House Residential Care Home, Longtown. The official opening event showcased the features of the recently refurbished care home, with works focussing on dementia care and sustainability.

Local residents will soon be asked to have their say on proposed improvements for Parkland Village play area in Carlisle.

A public consultation gets underway on Tuesday 9 April and continues until 5pm on Tuesday 30 April.

Improvements to a leisure facility for Cleator Moor have taken another step forward with the submission of a planning application for the site.

Healthy Town is one of four projects that make up the Cleator Moor Town Deal and aims to provide the community with a modern, multi-purpose and inclusive sports facility at the Activity Centre.

Cumberland Council is pleased to announce a three-year contract with local firm, DSD Construction Limited, valued up to £55 million.

An array of fun posters designed to showcase the Cumbrian dialect and the personalities of the people of Maryport have gone on show in the town.

Cumberland Council is set to host a free Spring fete at the Distington Walled Garden on Saturday 13 April.

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

Work is about to begin on the Oldside site at the Port of Workington to establish the ground conditions ahead of future development.

Cumberland Council is managing the project which aims to use the location to create a clean energy and logistics hub. Around £4.5 million of funding is being provided by the Government as part of the Workington Town Deal.

The public are being asked to choose the new design of a popular play park in Maryport.

It is with great sadness that the death of Councillor Cyril Weber, Labour Member for Harraby North is announced. Cllr Weber died on Thursday 4 April.