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Tackling parking problems in Alston
A group of people representing the parish, district and county councils and the police all met recently in Alston to listen to the problems experienced by one local business operating in and out of Alston.
Cumbrian broadband project aims to speed up connections across the County
Celebrate Christmas with Nent Hall
Nent Hall Management and Staff invite you to celebrate Christmas with them on Wednesday, 22nd December with a free buffet and disco [SORRY THIS HAS BEEN CANCELLED BECAUSE OF WEATHER]. Or join them for a special Boxing Day lunch, New Year's Eve Dinner & Dance or enjoy 25% off your food bill from Monday to Thursday.Geordie's Winter Almanac Radio Roadshow comes to Alston
Songwriter and musician Jez Lowe brings his Bad Pennies and special guests from the North-East over the Cumbrian border to AlstonTown Hall this coming Sunday, 12 December. Alston is the only Cumbrian or North Pennine venue for his special seasonal tour, which starts in Edinburgh and finishes at the Sage, Gateshead.
George & Dragon to re-open
We have received news today that the sale of the lease of the George & Dragon in Garrigill has been completed. The new landlady and landlord are locals Tony & Jeannette Reynolds.Christmas shopping without the hassle
Dreading the Christmas shopping crowds? Why not shop on the Moor, save stress and petrol and support your local shops! Or why not buy a gift with a difference ... something unique for someone special at this year's Christmas Craft Fair taking place this weekend on Friday, Saturday and Sunday at Alston Town Hall!
'Have your say' on County Council priorities
Have your say on what Cumbria County Council's priorities should be for the next 3 years. Although the County Council do not yet know the exact implications of the government's Comprehensive Spending Review, they do know that cuts will have to be made and they will not be able to carry on providing every service and activity, in exactly the same way. They are keen to get as much public feedback possible on the options they are considering, so please take the time to have your say.Martians, Blood Thirsty Kittens And One Very Talented Man
