Police are investigating a reported hate related public order incident on Middlegate, Penrith. The incident occurred at a restaurant on August 1, 2022, between 9:30pm and 10:00pm. READ MORE: Police investigate Whitehaven assault that left man
PLANS have been lodged with the council to convert farm buildings in Wigton into use as a funeral directors business. Allerdale Council has received an application to refurbish a barn at East End Farm, Wigton and to build new offices and consultation
BBC Eastenders star Samantha Womack has revealed she has been diagnosed with breast cancer in a deeply moving tribute to Olivia Newton-John who died on Monday. The British-born singer died 'peacefully' at her ranch in Southern California on Monday
Shrewsbury Town boss Steve Cotterill has described Carlisle United as a "big club" ahead of tonight's Carabao Cup clash. The League One side's manager is hoping to avoid an upset at the hands of Paul Simpson's visitors. Cotterill anticipates
A MAN accused of affray, illegal possession of a hammer and assault will stand trial in front of a jury later this year. John Timperon, 27, faced three charges when he appeared at Carlisle Crown Court earlier today (Tuesday August 9). One
A LOCAL charity is helping to tackle holiday hunger thanks to a new fund set up by Cumbrian born businessman Mike Wombwell. The Allerdale Holiday, Activities and Food Fund is managed by Cumbria Community Foundation and will offer free food and
Wetheral Bowling Club held its monthly coffee morning with more than 40 members and friends attending. The event was held in the bower on Saturday, August 6, with the guests being welcomed by President Ruth Hewitson. This was the first meeting
SUMMER Splash events are due to take place in Carlisle, Brampton and Longtown for the first time in two years. Carlilse Matters have organised events for children featuring bouncy castles, fairground rides and other activities. The events will
CUMBRIAN Conservative Party members attended a talk from former chancellor Rishi Sunak this week as he hit the campaign trail during his bid to be the next Prime Minister. Mr Sunak is set to face Foreign Secretary Liz Truss in a vote this September
A SEARCH operation is continuing in Ullswater today (August 9) to find a paddleboarder who has been missing for three days. A number of emergency service teams are collaborating on a callout which began at 1pm on Sunday August 7 and continued
Emmerdale has revealed the return of three characters to the soap for its 50th anniversary special in October. The celebration will take place over the whole month which will take in the past, present and future of Emmerdale with the help of some
AN URGENT appeal has been issued by a woman whose beloved pet spaniel dog has gone missing during a Lake District walk. Alex Hodgson, 22, was enjoying a walk on Haystacks Fell in the Buttermere Valley on August 3 when her sprocker spaniel Apollo
POLICE have released CCTV images to help with their investigation into a phone theft. The theft happened at a checkout in Matalan, Carlisle, on August 1 at 2:30pm, according to a police appeal released today (August 9). Officers would like
Paul Simpson says persistence and practice can pay off as he bids to get more goals out of his Carlisle United side. While the Blues have made a positive start to the season, with four points from six, they could have had many more than the two
A health official has warned that people are resorting to "DIY dentistry" due to being unable to get an appointment with an NHS practice. As reported by The Independent some have been forced to make teeth out of resin and others have pulled out
Firefighters tackled a 'serious' fire causing one casualty. At 8:59am yesterday (August 8), fire crews attended the 'serious' property fire on Vulcans Lane, Workington. Firefighters used a defibrillator at the incident on one casualty and were
Firefighters were tasked with rescuing a dog stranded in the water. At 1:11pm yesterday (August 8), three fire engines went to Greenbank Road in Penrith. Fire crews rescued one dog from the water using water rescue gear and were in attendance
In the early hours of this morning, firefighters dealt with a kitchen fire. Two fire engines attended the affected property, a home, on Lord Street in Millom at 1:22am today (August 9). One casualty was attended to by North West Ambulance Service
A THIRTY-seven-year-old man has pleaded guilty to stealing two bottles of Prosecco from Tesco in Carlisle on August 5. Paul Murphy, from Colston Street, Newcastle, pleaded guilty to the theft when he appeared before the city’s Rickergate Magistrates
A SEARCH operation is in progress to find a missing paddleboarder in the Lake District. A variety of emergency service teams collaborated on a call out yesterday to a paddleboarder who had reportedly become separated from his board. Maryport
Carlisle is one of the North West’s hotspots for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) according to a new study. Health experts at FROM MARS have analysed data from across the country and have found that Carlisle ranks at the 6th highest in the
Paul Simpson says he will treat the Carabao Cup with maximum respect at his former club Shrewsbury Town tonight – even if he mixes up his Carlisle United team. The Blues boss takes his side to the club he managed in 2008-10 for tonight’s first
FOLLOWING in the pawprints of National Dog Photography Day, when you sent us your shots of man's best friend, it's now the turn of an altogether more aloof animal. We asked readers on our social media pages to send their favourite pictures of their
PLANS have been approved for 38 holiday lodges at a village in the Carlisle district. Carlisle City Council’s development panel met at the Civic Centre on Friday, deciding on a number of planning applications which were hailed as bringing economic
LOKI and Luna, two mini dachshunds, are on a mission to complete all the Wainwrights with their 'parents' Gracie and Brandon. Loki is 10 months and Luna is 6 months. Loki went home Christmas Eve and Luna went to her 'forever hom'e in May after
Judges of a nationwide horticultural award visited a small Cumbrian village to determine its place among five others. In the running for the Britain in Bloom ‘Village’ category award is Irthington, a small village near Brampton. The local organisation
A council’s social media presence has been “compromised” and members of the public have been urged to ignore any posts that appear which are 'offensive or political in nature.' In a post to social media on Monday, Penrith Town Council has informed
One of Ireland’s top country music duos are to play a concert at Rosley Village Hall on Sunday 21st August as part of their UK tour. Thomas Maguire and Fhiona Ellis started playing together in 2005 after Thomas and Fhiona both had successful solo
PLANS have been unanimously approved to build a parcel distribution centre for DPD, the proposal was hailed by councillors as bringing economic benefits to Carlisle and a jobs boost. Carlisle City Council’s development panel met at the Civic Centre
BALFOUR Beatty staff organised a community volunteer day in aid of Watchtree nature reserve last week. 39 members of staff from a variety of organisations joined forces with Watchtree volunteers to take on several projects, including painting fences
TODHUNTER David William (Toddy) On 3rd August, peacefully at Kingston Court, David, aged 80 years. Devoted husband of Gladys, much loved dad of Linda and Paul, dear father-in-law of David and a cherished grandad of Lauryn, Lewis and Mia. Funeral service
