Penrith22 hrs agoTown hall plan progresses but costs scupper hubPenrith's Town Hall is set to be turned into an events space with a decision due later this year.22 hrs ago8 Jul 2026New bus services for summer holidaysWestmorland and Furness Council says the routes focus on cultural and leisure attractions.8 Jul 20266 Jul 2026Art charity folds over funding strugglesNew Light Art announces it is closing after a bid for funding was turned down.6 Jul 202628 Jun 2026Elusive cat found one year after second escapeHis stealthy skills have avoided detection in a game of cat and mouse, despite efforts to catch him.28 Jun 202625 Jun 2026Campaigner's 'years of hell' over as lawsuit ends"Penrith Pong" campaigner Jeff Thomson says he is relieved a case against him is not continuing.25 Jun 202624 Jun 2026Fresh plans for caravan site after objectionsThe applicant wants to turn the agricultural land into a holiday park with 100 caravans.24 Jun 202620 Jun 2026Cemetery postbox opens ahead of Father's DayFamily and friends in mourning can write letters to late loved ones at Penrith Cemetery.20 Jun 202619 Jun 2026Nurse given driving ban after GP practice crashCarla Earnshaw was banned from driving, after crashing into Shap Medical Practice whilst drunk.19 Jun 202618 Jun 2026Disused council office sold to housing developerDeveloper Atkinson Homes says options include turning the listed property into affordable homes.18 Jun 2026...
