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4 outlets1h agoActor visits Cumbrian pubs before gurning competition
An actor visited several pubs in Cumbria last week.
An actor visited several pubs in Cumbria last week.
An actor visited several pubs in Cumbria last week ahead of a gurning competition.
- NW Evening Mail: Actor visits Cumbrian pubs before gurning competition
- Westmorland Gazette: Actor visits Cumbrian pubs before gurning competition
- Cumberland News: Actor Will Mellor visits Cumbrian pubs before gurning competition
- Whitehaven News: Actor Will Mellor visits Cumbrian pubs before gurning competition
2 outlets1h agoPensioner pays £170 parking fine at Ulverston Health Centre
A 75-year-old man was charged £170 after missing new parking signs at Ulverston Health Centre.
A 75-year-old man was charged £170 after missing new parking signs at Ulverston Health Centre.
A second pensioner has been issued a £170 parking fine after failing to notice new parking signs at Ulverston Health Centre. An MP is pressing for a solution to the parking issue at the site.
- Westmorland Gazette: Second pensioner paid £170 fine after court threat as MP presses for parking solution
- NW Evening Mail: Second pensioner paid £170 fine after court threat as MP presses for parking solution
via Cumberland News4h agoCafe's head chef and his partner dealt cannabis to local users over three years
A COUPLE worked in tandem to supply Class B drugs in south Cumbria over a three-year period, a court heard.
A COUPLE worked in tandem to supply Class B drugs in south Cumbria over a three-year period, a court heard.
3 outlets4h agoSi King shares first cookbook published since Dave Myers' death
TV chef Si King announced the arrival of his first cookbook 'Proper Home Cooking', published without his Hairy Bikers partner Dave Myers.
TV chef Si King announced the arrival of his first cookbook 'Proper Home Cooking', published without his Hairy Bikers partner Dave Myers.
Si King, one half of the Hairy Bikers cooking duo, shared on social media that the first copies of his new cookbook 'Proper Home Cooking' had arrived. This is his first cookbook since the death of his long-time partner Dave Myers.
- Cumberland News: Si King gives update on first cookbook 'without best mate' Dave Myers
- NW Evening Mail: Si King gives update on first cookbook 'without best mate' Dave Myers
- Westmorland Gazette: Si King gives update on first cookbook 'without best mate' Dave Myers
3 outlets4h agoPlans revealed for 200m wind turbines in Cumbria
Plans would replace five 72m turbines at Lambrigg Wind Farm with up to seven 200m turbines.
Plans would replace five 72m turbines at Lambrigg Wind Farm with up to seven 200m turbines.
Proposals have been revealed to replace existing turbines at Lambrigg Wind Farm near Kendal with taller turbines reaching 200 metres. The scheme would involve up to seven new turbines replacing the current five 72m structures.
- Cumberland News: 200m-high wind turbines, among the tallest in England, could be built in Cumbria
- NW Evening Mail: 200m-high wind turbines, among the tallest in England, could be built in Cumbria
- Westmorland Gazette: 200m-high wind turbines, among the tallest in England, could be built in Cumbria
via NW Evening Mail5h agoPaul Crarey addresses his future as Barrow Raiders thank fans for support
Raiders' season came to an end on September 20 after a bruising defeat away at Doncaster but the club is still optimistic about the future.
Raiders' season came to an end on September 20 after a bruising defeat away at Doncaster but the club is still optimistic about the future.
2 outlets5h agoMorecambe Bay NHS trust exits maternity support programme
Morecambe Bay NHS trust has been removed from a national maternity support programme after improvements.
Morecambe Bay NHS trust has been removed from a national maternity support programme after improvements.
A North West health trust has been removed from a national maternity support programme following sustained improvements to its services. The trust's exit from the scheme reflects progress made in its maternity provision.
- NW Evening Mail: Morecambe Bay NHS trust leaves maternity support programme after improvements
- Westmorland Gazette: Morecambe Bay NHS trust leaves maternity support programme after improvements
4 outlets6h agoForty new charities registered in Cumbria in past year
Forty charities registered in Cumbria in the past year, including five tackling poverty and unemployment.
Forty charities registered in Cumbria in the past year, including five tackling poverty and unemployment.
Forty charities have been registered in Cumbria over the past year according to Charity Commission data. Five of the new charities focus on tackling poverty, jobs and community development.
- Whitehaven News: 40 new charities registered in county, including 5 tackling poverty and unemployment
- Westmorland Gazette: 40 new charities registered in county, including 5 tackling poverty and unemployment
- NW Evening Mail: 40 new charities registered in county, including 5 tackling poverty and unemployment
- Cumberland News: 40 new charities registered in county, including 5 tackling poverty and unemployment
2 outlets6h agoRichard Hammond marks 20 years since crash that put him in coma
Richard Hammond has recalled the moment he believed he was about to die as he marked the 20th anniversary of a dragster crash that left him in a coma.
Richard Hammond has recalled the moment he believed he was about to die as he marked the 20th anniversary of a dragster crash that left him in a coma.
Richard Hammond marked the 20th anniversary of a dragster crash that left him in a coma. He recalled the moment he believed he was about to die in the accident.
- Westmorland Gazette: 20 years on, Richard Hammond recalls the moment he accepted death in horror crash
- NW Evening Mail: 20 years on, Richard Hammond recalls the moment he accepted death in horror crash
2 outlets6h agoArt auctioneer calls for submissions after 25% price rise
An art auctioneer is calling on the public to submit paintings after average prices rose 25 per cent in its first year.
An art auctioneer is calling on the public to submit paintings after average prices rose 25 per cent in its first year.
An art valuer is encouraging people to bring forward paintings for auction following a record-breaking first year of trading. Average prices have risen by 25 per cent.
- NW Evening Mail: Art auctioneer urges public to submit works after average prices rise 25 per cent
- Westmorland Gazette: Art auctioneer urges public to submit works after average prices rise 25 per cent
via Cumberland News6h agoWCF creates new leadership role to support growth and develop employees
A new leadership role has been created to help drive business growth at an employee-owned group of companies in Cumbria.
A new leadership role has been created to help drive business growth at an employee-owned group of companies in Cumbria.
via Cumberland News6h ago300 peace messages feature in Carlisle Castle art installation
Carlisle Castle hosts Multicultural Cumbria’s peace installation, featuring 300+ multilingual ribbons of hope and friendship for International Day of Peace.
Carlisle Castle hosts Multicultural Cumbria’s peace installation, featuring 300+ multilingual ribbons of hope and friendship for International Day of Peace.
via Cumberland News6h agoSee inside 'transformed' city pub after six-figure refurbishment
Carlisle pub The Beehive has reopened after a six-figure refurbishment, with upgraded interiors, sports facilities, beer garden and new events space for locals.
Carlisle pub The Beehive has reopened after a six-figure refurbishment, with upgraded interiors, sports facilities, beer garden and new events space for locals.
via Cumberland News7h agoMum raises £545 for charity by running half marathon with toddler in pram
Annan mum Corrie Carlyle raises £545 for Crossroads Annandale & Eskdale after completing the Carlisle Half Marathon pushing toddler Keira in a pram.
Annan mum Corrie Carlyle raises £545 for Crossroads Annandale & Eskdale after completing the Carlisle Half Marathon pushing toddler Keira in a pram.
4 outlets7h agoCumbria residents invited to question police and fire chiefs
Cumbria residents can submit questions to senior police and fire chiefs ahead of public meetings.
Cumbria residents can submit questions to senior police and fire chiefs ahead of public meetings.
Residents in Cumbria are being invited to submit questions to senior police and fire chiefs ahead of upcoming public meetings. The events will give residents an opportunity to question the emergency service leaders directly.
- NW Evening Mail: Cumbria residents invited to question police and fire chiefs at public meetings
- Whitehaven News: Cumbria residents invited to question police and fire chiefs at public meetings
- Cumberland News: Cumbria residents invited to question police and fire chiefs at public meetings
- Westmorland Gazette: Cumbria residents invited to question police and fire chiefs at public meetings
4 outlets7h agoLakeland Rowing Club wins four golds at World Masters Regatta
Lakeland Rowing Club won four gold medals at the World Masters Regatta.
Lakeland Rowing Club won four gold medals at the World Masters Regatta.
A Cumbrian rowing club achieved a standout performance at the international World Masters Regatta, bringing home four gold medals from the competition.
- Whitehaven News: Lakeland Rowing Club brings home four golds from World Masters Regatta
- NW Evening Mail: Lakeland Rowing Club brings home four golds from World Masters Regatta
- Cumberland News: Lakeland Rowing Club brings home four golds from World Masters Regatta
- Westmorland Gazette: Lakeland Rowing Club brings home four golds from World Masters Regatta
via Cumberland News7h agoHow the Green Room has kept theatre thriving since the 1950s
The Carlisle Green Room Club is one of Cumbria’s most enduring cultural institutions and has been at the forefront of amateur theatre in Carlisle for more than 70 years.
The Carlisle Green Room Club is one of Cumbria’s most enduring cultural institutions and has been at the forefront of amateur theatre in Carlisle for more than 70 years.
4 outlets7h agoMagnitude 2.7 earthquake strikes Silverdale in north-west
A magnitude 2.7 earthquake struck Silverdale, with shaking reported across Lancashire and Cumbria.
A magnitude 2.7 earthquake struck Silverdale, with shaking reported across Lancashire and Cumbria.
A magnitude 2.7 earthquake struck Silverdale early this morning. Tremors were felt across parts of Lancashire and Cumbria, with residents reporting shaking homes and furniture.
- Cumberland News: Earthquake strikes causing 'homes and furniture to shake' and dogs to jump
- Whitehaven News: Earthquake strikes causing 'homes and furniture to shake' and dogs to jump
- Westmorland Gazette: Earthquake strikes as 'homes and furniture shake' across region
- NW Evening Mail: Earthquake strikes as 'homes and furniture shake' across region
via NW Evening Mail8h agoMan, 22, charged with rape and assault offences appears in court
A BARROW man has appeared in court after being accused of rape.
A BARROW man has appeared in court after being accused of rape.
via Cumberland News8h agoWigton GP surgery praised as 98% of patients recommend service
A GP surgery in Wigton has been praised by patients after a survey found almost all respondents would recommend the practice to family and friends.
A GP surgery in Wigton has been praised by patients after a survey found almost all respondents would recommend the practice to family and friends.
via Cumberland News8h ago£1.25m Georgian country house with fishing rights and 31.5 acres for sale
A Georgian country house with fishing and shooting rights has gone on the market for £1.25 million.
A Georgian country house with fishing and shooting rights has gone on the market for £1.25 million.
2 outlets8h agoWest Cumbrian friends trek to Everest Base Camp for hospice
Two West Cumbrian friends are preparing to trek to Everest Base Camp to raise funds for hospice care.
Two West Cumbrian friends are preparing to trek to Everest Base Camp to raise funds for hospice care.
Two friends from West Cumbria are undertaking a trek to Everest Base Camp as a fundraising effort for hospice care. The trek is described as a significant challenge they are preparing for.
- Whitehaven News: West Cumbrian friends take on Everest Base Camp trek for hospice care
- Cumberland News: West Cumbrian friends take on Everest Base Camp trek for hospice care
via Cumberland News8h agoTen-year-old karate star wins international gold for England
Ten-year-old Hunny Davies from Penrith wins karate gold at Irish Open in Dublin on September 13, representing England before European Championships in Cyprus.
Ten-year-old Hunny Davies from Penrith wins karate gold at Irish Open in Dublin on September 13, representing England before European Championships in Cyprus.
via BBC Cumbria9h agoIsland shelter restored after successful campaign
The 92-year-old shelter at the entrance to Walney Island is saved by determined fans.
The 92-year-old shelter at the entrance to Walney Island is saved by determined fans.
2 outlets9h agoAudi driver banned after crash while twice over drink-drive limit
An Audi driver was banned for 20 months after a crash while over twice the legal alcohol limit.
An Audi driver was banned for 20 months after a crash while over twice the legal alcohol limit.
A painter and decorator was caught over twice the legal alcohol limit following a collision on the A595. The driver claimed to have consumed three pints. He was banned from driving for 20 months.
- Cumberland News: Drink driver who collided into vehicle on A595 was well over twice the limit
- Westmorland Gazette: Audi driver banned for 20 months after crash at twice drink-drive limit
2 outlets9h agoPolice warn youths over dangerous 'snapping' cycling trend
Cumbria police warn youths that 'snapping' poses injury risks and legal consequences.
Cumbria police warn youths that 'snapping' poses injury risks and legal consequences.
A dangerous cycling trend called 'snapping' has prompted police warnings in Cumbria. Youths participating face both serious injury and potential prosecutions, with police warning of bike seizures.
- Cumberland News: Police warn youths over 'snapping' cycling trend as bikes face seizure
- Whitehaven News: Police warn youths over 'snapping' cycling trend as bikes face seizure
via Cumberland News10h agoLumo to train all staff to better support passengers living with dementia
A rail operator is training all its staff to better support passengers living with dementia.
A rail operator is training all its staff to better support passengers living with dementia.
4 outlets10h agoFour Three Peaks walkers rescued after knee injury
Four hikers on the Three Peaks challenge were guided to safety by mountain rescue after one injured their knee.
Four hikers on the Three Peaks challenge were guided to safety by mountain rescue after one injured their knee.
Hikers attempting the Three Peaks challenge were assisted by Wasdale Mountain Rescue Team on Saturday after one member of the group sustained a knee injury. The team talked the walkers down to safety.
- Westmorland Gazette: Four Three Peaks walkers aided by mountain rescue after one injures knee
- Whitehaven News: Four Three Peaks walkers aided by mountain rescue after one injures knee
- NW Evening Mail: Four Three Peaks walkers aided by mountain rescue after one injures knee
- Cumberland News: Four Three Peaks walkers aided by mountain rescue after one injures knee
via Cumberland News10h agoIn pictures: Carlisle United fans at the Eastleigh game!
Check out our fans gallery from Carlisle United's trip to Eastleigh on Saturday.
Check out our fans gallery from Carlisle United's trip to Eastleigh on Saturday.
- Cumberland News: In pictures: Carlisle United fans at the Eastleigh game!
via Cumberland News10h agoNews & Star's Carlisle United reporter shortlisted for Northwest Football Award
The News & Star's Carlisle United reporter Jon Colman has been shortlisted in the Northwest Football Awards.
The News & Star's Carlisle United reporter Jon Colman has been shortlisted in the Northwest Football Awards.
2 outlets11h agoCumwhinton bridge to close for two-week safety repairs
Cumwhinton bridge will close for two weeks for safety improvements and repairs to extend its lifespan.
Cumwhinton bridge will close for two weeks for safety improvements and repairs to extend its lifespan.
Work to improve safety and extend the lifespan of Cumwhinton bridge will begin later this month, with the bridge closing for two weeks during the repairs.
- Cumberland News: Cumwhinton bridge to close for two weeks as safety repairs begin
- Whitehaven News: Cumwhinton bridge to close for two weeks as safety repairs begin
via Cumberland News11h agoSee the live and planned power cuts affecting properties in Cumbria today
Two separate power cuts have left almost 100 properties without electricity in a Cumbrian town today, with further planned outages affecting other parts of the county.
Two separate power cuts have left almost 100 properties without electricity in a Cumbrian town today, with further planned outages affecting other parts of the county.
2 outlets11h agoWasdale MRT rescues woman with fractured ankle in Cumbria
Wasdale Mountain Rescue Team rescued a woman with a fractured ankle near Burnthwaite Farm.
Wasdale Mountain Rescue Team rescued a woman with a fractured ankle near Burnthwaite Farm.
A woman with a fractured ankle was rescued near Burnthwaite Farm after Cumbria Police received a call for help. Wasdale Mountain Rescue Team attended the incident.
- NW Evening Mail: Wasdale MRT saves woman with fractured ankle near Burnthwaite Farm
- Westmorland Gazette: Wasdale MRT saves woman with fractured ankle near Burnthwaite Farm
via Cumberland News11h agoPub extends 10 per cent discount scheme across West Cumbria
A community pub is expanding its discount scheme to residents across a wider area.
A community pub is expanding its discount scheme to residents across a wider area.
- NW Evening Mail: Pub extends 10 per cent discount scheme across West Cumbria
- Whitehaven News: Pub extends 10 per cent discount scheme across West Cumbria
- Cumberland News: Pub extends 10 per cent discount scheme across West Cumbria
2 outlets11h agoCarlisle mum urges others to become organ donors after transplant
A Carlisle woman who received a life-saving liver transplant is urging others to register as organ donors.
A Carlisle woman who received a life-saving liver transplant is urging others to register as organ donors.
A Carlisle mother has received a life-saving liver transplant. She is now encouraging others to register as organ donors.
- Cumberland News: Carlisle mum who received life-saving liver transplant urges others to become donors
- Whitehaven News: Carlisle mum who received life-saving liver transplant urges others to become donors
via Cumberland News11h agoSpecsavers Carlisle becomes Carlisle United associate partner for 2026/27 season
Specsavers Carlisle has become an associate partner of Carlisle United for the 2026/27 season.
Specsavers Carlisle has become an associate partner of Carlisle United for the 2026/27 season.
4 outlets11h agoA595 closed after VW Golf catches fire in crash
A VW Golf caught fire in a single-vehicle crash on the A595 in Cumbria, closing the road and forcing a school closure.
A VW Golf caught fire in a single-vehicle crash on the A595 in Cumbria, closing the road and forcing a school closure.
Police confirmed the collision involved a VW Golf that caught fire on the A595 commuter route. Two people were taken to hospital. Millom School closed for the day due to the crash affecting teacher access to the area.
- Cumberland News: VW Golf catches fire after crash as two people are taken to hospital
- Whitehaven News: VW Golf catches fire after crash as two people are taken to hospital
- NW Evening Mail: VW Golf catches fire after crash as two people are taken to hospital
- Westmorland Gazette: A595 closed after VW Golf catches fire in single-vehicle crash, police say
2 outlets11h agoManchester Airport flights disrupted by air traffic control issues
Passengers at Manchester Airport are facing flight delays and cancellations across multiple airlines.
Passengers at Manchester Airport are facing flight delays and cancellations across multiple airlines.
Manchester Airport experienced disruption today with a series of flight delays and cancellations affecting a range of airlines and destinations. The disruptions were attributed to air traffic control issues.
- NW Evening Mail: Full list of flights affected at Manchester Airport amid air traffic control issues
- Westmorland Gazette: Full list of flights affected at Manchester Airport amid air traffic control issues
2 outlets12h agoTwo men admit ram raid attempt on Carlisle supermarket cash machine
Two men have admitted burglary and criminal damage after attempting to ram raid a cash machine at Carlisle Morrisons.
Two men have admitted burglary and criminal damage after attempting to ram raid a cash machine at Carlisle Morrisons.
CCTV footage shows the pair repeatedly ramming the cash machine. One of the men, Dean Smith, also admitted drink-driving.
- NW Evening Mail: Watch the moment two men attempt to ram raid supermarket cash machine
- Cumberland News: Watch the moment two men attempt to ram raid Carlisle supermarket cash machine
via Cumberland News12h ago22 year-old due in court after three assaulted at property and criminal damage
Police in Carlisle have confirmed that a 22 year-old man is set to appear in court after three people were assaulted at a Carlisle property.
Police in Carlisle have confirmed that a 22 year-old man is set to appear in court after three people were assaulted at a Carlisle property.