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Boost for Whitehaven transformation plans
Published: 10/07/2019
AN AMBITIOUS vision to transform Whitehaven in a multi-million-pound scheme has taken a major step forward.
Copeland Borough Council has been successful in the first phase of its application for a share of the Government’s £675 million Future High Streets Fund that aims to revitalise and modernise town centres.
Vandals force extended play area closure
Published: 04/07/2019
VANDALS have forced a play area in Hensingham, Whitehaven to remain closed to the public.
Copeland Council was forced to close Rosebank play area in April due to safety concerns caused by vandalism.
Several areas of the soft pour matting have again been vandalised again while the play area was closed. The matting is beyond repair and further vandalism means that it will cost a significant amount more to replace.
Mayor's statement on maternity decision
Published: 03/07/2019
Mike Starkie, Mayor of Copeland, has made the following statement on today's decision to retain consultant-led maternity at the West Cumberland Hospital, Whitehaven.
"I am elated at the decision to retain consultant-led maternity services at the West Cumberland Hospital.
"It’s been a long road to get to this landmark day, travelled by our community and workforce at the hospital, and it’s a tremendous relief for everyone that the decision of the NHS North Cumbria CCG’s Governing Body is the correct one.
£100,000 face lift for Whitehaven building
Published: 03/07/2019
UNION Hall, one of Whitehaven’s most prominent buildings, has completed a remarkable £100,000 transformation.
Building owner, Donald Dixon has invested a significant amount of cash renovating the property on the corner of Lowther Street and Irish Street.
Mr Dixon will receive £10,000 from Copeland Borough Council towards the project through Copeland Mayor, Mike Starkie’s Pride of Place building grants scheme.