Bowness-on-Windermere6 Nov 2024Road changes for major development get green lightThe Lake District National Park Authority approves the plans as part of the Windermere Gateway Project.6 Nov 202426 Oct 2024Chewing gum cleaning blitz on county's streetsA council secures a £27,500 to remove discarded chewing gum from several streets.26 Oct 2024Cumbria25 Oct 2024Bar plans rejected amid fears of strain on policeThe Lake District National Park Authority says police raised concerns about the impact on crime.25 Oct 2024Cumbria4 Oct 2024Plans labelled 'bar too far' by town councilThere are objections over the potential rise in crime if the guest house is converted into a bar.4 Oct 2024Cumbria18 Sep 2024Police force 'strained' by rising number of barsPolice say the small town on the shores of Windermere has seen a rise in anti-social behaviour.18 Sep 2024Cumbria24 Jul 2024Town's independent 1920s cinema to close The manager of the Royalty says decreased footfall and increased competition led to the decision.24 Jul 2024Cumbria9 Jul 2024'Hotspot' patrols to tackle violent crimeFour years' worth of crime data is being used to show officers where to carry out extra patrols.9 Jul 2024Cumbria5 Jul 2024Man quizzed in boat theft probeThe vessel, taken from Bowness-on-Windermere on 27 June, is found 240 miles away in Bristol.5 Jul 2024England14 May 2024Hotel's boathouse plans approved by inspectorThe Planning Inspectorate says the boathouse on Windermere can be built, despite objections.14 May 2024Cumbria