HI and welcome to Dalton Local, a website dedicated purely to the village of Dalton!
This website has been created just for YOU - the people of Dalton, and what's more, you can even submit your own stories and info.
If you want to get involved with the website, or have an Dalton story you'd like to see in the paper, ring the Dalton reporter, Ian Dunstan, on 01229 840149 or click here to send an email.
Bully made man’s life hell
A BULLYING neighbour targeted a man with learning difficulties and subjected him to months of hell.
- Man admits £20,000 fraud from pensioner
- Parking crackdown gets under way with patrols (12 comments)
- Councillor ‘bully’ ban ruling to be probed
- PC to swim a mile in memory of mum
- Teaching graduate Louisa follows in family footsteps
- Special visit for children
- Castle in need of more stewards to volunteer
- ‘Dalton planters bring gloom, not bloom’ (4 comments)
Evacuation
Callison and Johnson nod Dalton towards safety
DALTON United boosted their chances of avoiding relegation from the Sports 360 West Lancashire League Premier Division with six points picked up in three days.
Dalton's Child Health Clinic
Dalton's child Health Clinic is now offering health visitor checks each week.
Dalton Dolphins
Dalton Dolphins are offering a homework club being held at Dalton Library for children aged between 8 and 11 years old.
Computers for beginners
If your new to computers and want to learn more then Dalton Library is offering a 6 week course starting on Tues 13th of October 1-3pm.
Free maths lessons at Dalton library
If you need help with your maths or think your children would like their confidence boosted when it comes to sums then why not come along to Dalton library.
DOWDALES SCHOOL
Surrounded by 21 acres of land and a Victorian mansion, Dowdales is an integral part of Dalton.
And with more than 1,000 pupils, it's no wonder they have plenty to shout about.
Here at Dalton Local, we've created an exclusive Dowdales picture slideshow.
Dalton police
Dalton's policing team wants to hear from YOU.
Do you have any issues or problems? Inspector Malcolm Woodhouse and his team are determined to make the town a safer place... find out here what they do and how you can help them.
Dalton fire service
Dalton has its very own team of dedicated firefighters - so committed they provide the service as well as having normal jobs!
Click the headline above to find out if you have a secret firefighter living next to you and a bit about the station's history.
DALTON CASTLE
One of Dalton's most prized possessions... the castle was built in the 14th century.
We've compiled a special collection of pictures - old and new, of one of the town's oldest residents.
Dermot O'Connor on Dalton: The Christmas capital of Furness
The outgoing mayor of Dalton, Cllr O'Connor has lived in the town for more than 12 years and says he is proud to represent its residents.
He describes the council as a close team of people committed to the town.
Click the play button on the right to hear what he had to say about Dalton and what his role is.
• "Feeling of pride in the town"
• "Dalton has a spirit of celebration"
Dermot on Dalton
Pub’s hours slashed after appeal by police
DALTON'S Railway pub has had its opening hours slashed after police made their first application to reduce licensing hours. (6 comments)
- TELL US: Does Dalton need better shopping facilities? (2 comments)
- TELL US: What's your view of the state of the roads in Dalton? (1 comment)
- TELL US: What do you like about Dalton? (4 comments)
Map of Dalton
A map of Dalton and the surrounding areas
Reverend Alan Mitchell talks about Dalton St Mary's church
The Rev Mitchell has watched over the souls of Daltonians for ten years.
In this video clip, he talks about the fascinating artefacts in St Mary's and reveals a little-known secret about where the alter water goes to...
• "I love the dramatic columns, wonderful roof and splendid lighting"
• "It's a great pleasure and privilege"
REVEREND ALAN MITCHELL
Furness Music Centre
FMC is a community music centre catering for all ages.
Click on the headline above to go to their website and find out how you can join a group, sing in a choir or get tickets for a concert!
DO YOU REMEMBER: Dalton Bypass
MORE than 15 years ago, Dalton residents celebrated as work began on the town's bypass.
• Do you remember when the bypass was built? Were you part of the campaign?
• Click here to view the slideshow and get in touch with us to tell us your memories (1 comment)
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- Man admits £20,000 fraud from pensioner
- ‘Dalton planters bring gloom, not bloom’ (4 comments)
- Parking crackdown gets under way with patrols (12 comments)
- Councillor ‘bully’ ban ruling to be probed
- The end of a life’s ambition for James
- ‘We’re out of it,’ says zoo boss in council rift (45 comments)
- Drummers hit it off at Beligum festival
- PC to swim a mile in memory of mum
- Teaching graduate Louisa follows in family footsteps
- Dalton Zoo boss organises special day for dads (1 comment)
- Parking crackdown gets under way with patrols (12 comments)
- Man admits £20,000 fraud from pensioner
- dowdales school
- PC to swim a mile in memory of mum
- DO YOU REMEMBER: Dalton Bypass (1 comment)
- ‘Dalton planters bring gloom, not bloom’ (4 comments)
- John’s potato is a real character
- Councillor ‘bully’ ban ruling to be probed
- The end of a life’s ambition for James
- ‘We’re out of it,’ says zoo boss in council rift (45 comments)
