HI and welcome to Dalton Local, a website dedicated purely to the town 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 a Dalton story you'd like to see in the paper, ring the Dalton reporter, Amy Fenton, on 01229 840143 or click here to send an email.
Dalton birdwatcher spots rare find
A FURNESS bird enthusiast got quite a surprise after spotting a rare find in his back garden.
- Dowdales starts raising cash for its arts studios
- Cub reporters set up school newspaper
- Dalton school aims to transform performing arts teaching
- Anti-social behaviour slashed in Dalton
- Time to go ape over plight of howler monkeys
- Skate park plans for Dalton
- Dalton woman fined for failing to answer CSA’s questions
- Dalton fund-raisers had a ball in Barrow
Dalton quiz night
There will be a quiz night at Dalton Cricket Club on Thursday December 3rd at 7pm.
Dalton Christmas lights switch on
DALTON lived up to its reputation as the Christmas capital of Furness at the town’s big lights switch-on last night.
Dalton Christmas lights switch on
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.
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
- Dowdales starts raising cash for its arts studios
- Dalton school aims to transform performing arts teaching
- Fifty jobs saved as Carlisle's Stead McAlpin factory sold
- Dalton woman fined for failing to answer CSA’s questions
- Skate park plans for Dalton
- Mentallica return to Nines
- LATEST: more snow forecast for north west
- Dalton bank a crucial victory
- Dalton edge Barrow Celtic
- Gig adds touch of magic
- Millar joins the Tories
- Dalton Castle
- Dowdales starts raising cash for its arts studios
- Anti-social behaviour slashed in Dalton
- Dalton birdwatcher spots rare find
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- Crooklands face side they beat 17-0 once more
- dowdales school
- Dalton school aims to transform performing arts teaching
- Dalton fund-raisers had a ball in Barrow


