
Carlisle talk to explore daring 1952 mission in Vietnam
The story of a French airborne military operation is the subject of an upcoming talk in Carlisle next month.
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The story of a French airborne military operation is the subject of an upcoming talk in Carlisle next month.

Embark on an Engineering degree at The University of Cumbria’s new Barrow campus; start building your future in our local community.

A Cumbrian mum with incurable cancer joined colleagues on the final mile of 200-mile charity trek she inspired.

A mum-of-two with incurable cancer joined colleagues for the last mile of a 200-mile charity walk she inspired. Around 70 staff from the Everbright Group’s hotels took on the gruelling 10-day trek from North Wales to Cumbria in relay teams to raise money for Breast Cancer Now. The challenge was sparked by the determination of […]
Westbridge Furniture, which supplied major high street retailers, including Marks & Spencer (M&S), John Lewis, and Next, has closed down.
Sky Sports will show some games of the 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup for free on its platforms
There are currently delays due to heavy traffic on the A590 near Ulverston. Stay with us as we bring you live updates as you travel to wherever it is you need to be this morning.
Retired IT analyst, Roman Dubowski, has become the seventh winner of the £1 million jackpot on ITV's Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?
Santander, HSBC UK, Barclays, Skipton Building Society and Virgin Money cut mortgage rates again, offering fresh deals
An arts and crafts museum in the Lake District is marking 25 years of contemporary collecting with a new exhibition.
POLICE are appealing for information following a fatal collision in North Yorkshire
Swimmers and outdoor enthusiasts are being urged to stay safe in the water.
A lane is closed on the northbound M6 due to a vehicle issue.
A 'PARANOID" drugs dealer who came to Carlisle to ply his trade threatened two people with a large knife after his “agitated” behaviour attracted attention.
Cumbria Police have revealed the locations of their speed camera vans for Monday, April 27.
A fell runner was reported missing after failing to return from a route near Harter Fell.
A speed indicator device is touring the area to encourage safer driving.
A Barrow woman has taken on an epic challenge of 4.5 million steps to tackle child poverty.

The countdown to Penrith May Day has begun. The town centre will set to come alive on Monday May 4 with an afternoon packed with entertainment, performances, activities and family fun, inspired by thisyear’s theme of In the Garden. Organised by Penrith Town Council, the event takes place in Penrith town centre from noon to […]

Volunteers are being called on to help parade giant puppet through the centre of Penrith on May Day.
A MOTORIST has received a driving ban after he was caught driving while more than double a legal drug limit.

A former cafe in Braithwaite has undergone a refurbishment to become a modern cosy bistro.
After surviving a brain tumour, a young girl has brought her heartfelt campaign to the Lake District.
Reviews rave about this Lake District restaurant where the every dish ordered is 'top class'.
A Grade II listed 18th-century home in the Lake District is on the market for offers over £1,950,000.
A WOMAN sent abusive and threatening messages to her ex-boyfriend after struggling to deal with the breakdown in their relationship, a court heard.
An 'impressive' period property in the Lake District, currently trading as a Bed and Breakfast, has had its price reduced.
An 'outstanding' family home in the Lake District is on the market for offers in the region of £750,000.
A DRUG dealer has been sentenced for stealing food and household items after serving a prison sentence for Class A drug supply offences.
A unique pair are hoping to become the first visually impaired team to complete the gruelling 42-mile Keswick to Barrow (K2B) challenge.