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Pope Francis has died aged 88, The Vatican confirms

3 days ago | thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk | Emilia Kettle

Pope Francis has died aged 88, Vatican camerlengo Cardinal Kevin Farrell has announced. The senior official said on Monday (April 21): “Dearest brothers and sisters, with deep sorrow I must announce the death of our Holy Father Francis. “At 7.35am this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the house of the Father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and His Church.
Planning applications submitted to Westmorland Council this week

4 days ago | thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk | Andrew Cunningham

A round-up of the latest planning applications submitted to Westmorland Council (Image: Newsquest) Here are the latest planning applications submitted to Westmorland and Furness Council, featuring proposals for residential access changes, home extensions, and amendments to existing planning permissions. Among the applications are plans to alter agricultural access for residential use, a two-storey front extension, and modifications to affordable housing delivery.
Gigspanner Big Band to perform in Kendal this Saturday

5 days ago | thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk | Andrew Cunningham

The Gigspanner Big Band (Image: Supplied) The Gigspanner Big Band is set to perform in Kendal tonight. The band, which was originally a trio, will be performing at the Kendal Brewery Arts Centre. Originally a trio made up of Peter Knight, Steeleye Span fiddle player, Sacha Trochet, percussionist and Roger Flack, guitarist, the line-up has since expanded.
Kendal death notices and funeral announcements from The Westmorland Gazette

6 days ago | thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk | Andrew Cunningham

The Westmorland Gazette published 14 death notices last week (Image: Getty Images) The Westmorland Gazette published 14 death notices last week. Every week, The Westmorland Gazette publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in print, our death notice pages will remain online as a lasting tribute to the memory of those we have lost.
St Mary’s Hospice holds 'Compassionate Companies' meeting at Barrow McDonald’s

6 days ago | thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk | Andrew Cunningham

The hospice charity held its business network meeting at McDonald's in Barrow (Image: Supplied) St Mary's Hospice held its fifth Compassionate Companies Network meeting at McDonald's in Barrow, which trades as Blundell's of Liverpool. The network, which is more than a year old, aims to bring together businesses in the area with the aim of raising funds for hospice care. The latest meeting attracted a variety of companies to share ideas and support the hospice's activities.
Allithwaite care home residents have pet therapy session with lamb

6 days ago | thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk | Andrew Cunningham

Ena and Jean with Sandra the lamb (Image: Supplied) Residents at The Old Vicarage care home in Allithwaite received a visit from Sandra the lamb. The visit on Tuesday, April 15, was part of a petting therapy session organised by Jo, the owner of Life Between the Ears in Grange. Jo, who is known for her affinity with animals, believes in the therapeutic benefits of such interactions.
'Hope is reborn' - Acting Bishop of Carlisle shares Easter message

6 days ago | thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk | Andrew Cunningham

Rt Rev Rob Saner-Haigh, acting Bishop of Carlisle (Image: Supplied) The acting Bishop of Carlisle has shared his Easter message. The Rt Rev Rob Saner-Haigh, who was filmed at Keswick St John’s church, said: "One of the things that I reflect on in the approach to Easter is that Good Friday seems like an utter defeat and then there is silence. "It is not only Jesus who dies on that cross, but all the hopes that his followers had that he was the one who would save the world.
Lake District: Hayes Garden World acquired by group

6 days ago | thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk | Andrew Cunningham

British Garden Centres announced the acquisition of the Lake District establishment (Image: British Garden Centres) The UK's largest family-owned garden centre group has acquired Hayes Garden World in the Lake District. British Garden Centres announced the acquisition of the well-known establishment, which has been operating since the early 19th century.
Three taken to hospital after Kendal collision on Windermere Road

1 week ago | thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk | Catherine Mackinlay

Road ahead closed sign (Image: Radar) Three people have been taken to hospital following a collision between two vehicles on Windermere Road in Kendal this morning (Wednesday, April 17). The incident, involving a Ford Ranger and a Range Rover, was reported at around 9.30am. The driver and passenger of the Range Rover were taken to the Royal Lancaster Infirmary. READ MORE: Motorcyclist in his 70s killed in collision at Ingleton Their injuries are described as not life-threatening.
A5284: South Lakes road closed after two-vehicle collision

1 week ago | thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk | Catherine Mackinlay

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