Noddle News Autumn 2010 07 September 2010 Please read on for the link to the Noddle News... Read full story>> A message from Tim Farron MP 31 August 2010  Firstly thank you so much to everyone who came to say “hello” when my annual summer mobile surgery rolled into Witherslack. We had a really great time at the shop, as I always do, and it was really useful to hear a range of views... Read full story>> Lyth & Winster Land Drainage Group RESIDENTS MEETING 31 August 2010  For all property owners in the Lyth and Winster Valleys, Meathop and Foulshaw (and beyond) There will be a meeting with The ENVIRONMENT AGENCY and HEATHER SHEPHERD of the National Flood Forum Read full story>> Witherslack Womens Institute events coming up 12 August 2010  'Investing in Landscape' September 14th (WI members). 'Red Squirrels' October 12th, this is an open meeting for everyone in the village. Read full story>> Brigsteer and Helsington New village Hall 11 August 2010  Open Day Saturday 21st August 3-5pm - everyone welcome to look around. Read full story>>

Previous News Stories

Witherslack Leads the Way! - 27 July 2010
The recent 'Community Right to Build' proposal uses Witherslack as an example of communities getting together to deliver affordable homes. Follow the link to find out more http://www.communities.gov.uk/newsstories/newsroom/1646949
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Witherslack Art Club - 21 July 2010
The club re-starts for the Autumn on September 10th.
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Harvest Supper & Auction Sale - 21 July 2010
Saturday 2nd October 6.45pm at Witherslack Parish Hall
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Lyth Valley Land Drainage Meeting July 12th - 05 July 2010
ENVIRONMENT AGENCY WITHDRAWAL OF MAINTENANCE IN THE LYTH VALLEY (including Foulshaw and Meathop areas). Public Meeting at Crosthwaite Memorial Hall on Monday July 12th at 7.30pm
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Coffee Evening - 24 June 2010
In aid of Church Funds at Barwick Hall, Witherslack. Friday 2nd July 7.00 pm - Raised £300! Well done everyone and thank you.
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Lunch on a Sunday - 24 June 2010
Sunday 11th July, 12-2pm at the Parish Hall. Raised £???? - thanks to everyone - Proceeds to the improvements of the hall.
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Chuch Leader Statement after Shootings in West Cumbria 2nd June - 03 June 2010
Statement from Cumbria church leaders on the shootings that took place in West Cumbria on Wednesday 2 June 2010
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Excellent OFSTED for Dean Barwick Primary School - 21 May 2010
Dean Barwick Primary School was visited by OFSTED in March this year and awarded with excellent and good ratings! Well done to staff and pupils for creating a wonderful and very special school.
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SPORTS DAY Sunday 6th June - 10am - 20 May 2010
Dean Barwick Primary School and the Sports Committee had a great day despite the rain in the afternoon. Numbers are dwindling but still great fun - please come again next year when there will be new races and more awards!
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WANTED - correspondent for the Westmorland Gazette - 19 May 2010
Is there anyone in the village who would be prepared to write the community report for the Westmorland Gazette on a weekly basis? Also, this community website requires a new Webmaster!
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