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Sir Tony Robinson celebrates launch event

Published: 06/10/2017

TELEVISION legend Sir Tony Robinson brought history to life as The Beacon Museum’s guest of honour.

Sir Tony met fans, signed autographs and delivered two fascinating talks during his Saturday afternoon visit to the Whitehaven harbourside attraction.

The star of classic sitcom Blackadder and presenter of the popular Time Team archaeological series said he was “delighted” to be invited by The Beacon to formally open its new £1.2 million conference facility, The Beacon Portal, and to cut the ribbon at its new feature exhibition, Gladiators: A Cemetery of Secrets.

Mayor cuts ribbon at community transport scheme

Published: 06/10/2017

COPELAND Mayor Mike Starkie has cut the ribbon to mark the delivery of two new minibuses for the Muncaster Microbus scheme.

The new Mercedes buses were funded by the Department of Transport to help meet the needs for the community bus service in West Cumbria. The Muncaster Microbus serves residents of Bootle, Ravenglass, Waberthwaite, Eskdale, Seascale, Gosforth and Wasdale and runs a twice-weekly Whitehaven Wanderer service to the town, as well as other destinations, regular excursions and theatre trips. 

Council's former Chairman makes donation

Published: 06/10/2017

A SIZEABLE donation has been made to a local charity following a year of fundraising from Copeland Council's former Chairman.

Peter Tyson presented a cheque for £3,170 to Hospice at Home West Cumbria on Tuesday; the proceeds from his fundraising activities during his term as Chairman which ended in May.

Coun Tyson said he was "proud" to have raised such a significant amount, adding: “It is a charity that’s very close to my heart”.

Carol Robertson, from Hospice’s fundraising team, received the donation from Coun Tyson at Tuesday’s Full Council meeting.

Windy walks around Whitehaven

Published: 06/10/2017

OVER 50 people attended a series of free guided walks around the historic Whitehaven Marina last weekend, led by The Beacon Museum, Whitehaven in celebration of Heritage Open Days.

Heritage Open Days is England's largest festival of history and culture, bringing together over 2,500 organisations, 5,000 events and 40,000 volunteers across the nation.

Winter is coming

Published: 06/10/2017

As summer ends and the temperature drops, Copeland Council is helping residents keep warm and save money on their energy bills.

The authority’s successful group buying scheme – the Copeland Big Switch – has so far saved some people hundreds of pounds, with most people who enquire being offered savings of some degree.

Copeland Mayor announces new executive line-up

Published: 06/10/2017

Statement on behalf of Copeland Mayor, Mike Starkie:

Following the recent resignation of Councillor Lena Hogg from the position of Deputy Mayor and from the executive, and the council, the following new arrangement for the executive will take place with immediate effect; Councillor David Moore will take up the position of Deputy Mayor, Councillor Allan Holliday has joined the executive to replace Councillor Hogg and Councillor Mark Holliday will continue with his current executive portfolio.

Up to £200 available to set up market stalls

Published: 06/10/2017

BUDDING young entrepreneurs are being invited to apply for a chance to bag up to £200 to help them set up their stall at Whitehaven Market as part of its first anniversary celebrations.

A special ‘Big Birthday Bash’ themed market will take place on Saturday, September 30 featuring a selection of new stalls, entertainment and free goody bags, to mark the first anniversary of the market relaunch.

New community transport scheme to be launched

Published: 06/10/2017

COPELAND Mayor Mike Starkie will be cutting the ribbon next week to mark the delivery of two new minibuses for the Muncaster Microbus scheme.

The new Mercedes buses were funded by the Department of Transport to help meet the needs for a community bus service in West Cumbria. The Muncaster Microbus serves residents of Bootle, Ravenglass, Waberthwaite, Eskdale, Seascale, Gosforth and Wasdale and runs a twice-weekly “Whitehaven Wanderer” service to Whitehaven as well as other destinations, regular excursions and theatre trips.

Less than one week left to apply

Published: 06/10/2017

THERE is less than one week left to apply for one of the six modern apprenticeships up for grabs at Copeland Borough Council.

In collaboration with Lakes College, the council is offering employment and training in the following areas; ICT, Accountancy, Customer Services, Human Resources and Revenues and Benefits, and applications close on Friday (September 8).

The council is seeking individuals who are keen to learn, want to work hard, are passionate about public services and have a professional attitude to work.

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