Motorists are warned to expect delays on the M6 northbound after a crash involving a Ford Fiesta. Police are currently at the scene of the crash. One lane has been closed between J34 and J35. It is believed that a full closure was previously
More than 30 homes are without electricity after a power cut. Residents in the village of Kirkbride have been reporting a loss of electricity, with more than 70 properties impacted earlier today. Electricity North West says 36 homes are still
GENEROUS theatre-goers have donated thousands of pounds from performances of Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs at the Sands Centre. The venue, based just off Hardwick Circus in Carlisle, revealed the amount of money raised through bucket collections
A CARLISLE business has raised thousands of pounds for the Brain Tumour Charity after the tragic death of a beloved colleague. Telecoms provider Online Systems, based on Westmoor Road in Kingstown, began collecting money for the organisation last
Keswick School Kids' Lit Quiz team are stepping up their sponsorship campaign to try and raise money to transport them to New Zealand to represent the UK in July. Year 8 pupils William Harrison, of Threlkeld, Niamh McMullin of Eaglesfield, plus
Workington MP Mark Jenkinson has highlighted key issues for the area when he met Northern Powerhouse Minister Jake Berry MP in Westminster. Mr Jenkinson discussed improvements to infrastructure and encouraging skills and training opportunities along
A WORKINGTON woman has been banned from every Tesco supermarket in Cumbria for two years after she stole goods worth more than £500 from her local store. Claire Marie Moore, 38, admitted the theft when he appeared at Workington’s magistrates’ court
A MEDIUM wave transmitter which broadcasts BBC Radio Cumbria in the west of the county is to close. The BBC have confirmed the mast, which relays the Carlisle-based station to areas in and around Whitehaven, will be switched off later this year,
MUSIC stars Collabro were watched by millions across the United States earlier this week when they appeared on America’s Got Talent: The Champions. The quartet, which features Carlisle’s very-own Matt Pagan, took to the stage as part of a second
STUDENTS of Energy Coast UTC have visited Geneva to see the leading facility on nuclear research as well as the United Nations building. Director of Learning Ian Linder took UTC’s science department to the Swiss city for five days where they got
Hallé Orchestra / Jess Gillam, Kendal Leisure Centre, Saturday, 7.30pm What a treat awaits the audience for Lakeland Sinfonia’s first concert of 2020. Hallé – one of Europe’s finest orchestras, Jess Gillam on saxophone, and Kazuki Yamada conducting
Would-be burglars have attempted to force open a locked door in Cockermouth. Police are investigating an attempted burglary at a property in the Fitz Road area, sometime between January 6th-15. An appeal has gone out to anyone who may have seen
Carlisle United’s game at Oldham this weekend could be hit by a boycott by home fans. A Latics’ supporters group have called for fans to stay away from Boundary Park in protest at owner Abdallah Lemsagam. Push The Boundary representatives are
A man in his 60s was assaulted outside a Carlisle city centre bank. Police say an unknown man - who is reported to have been wearing all dark clothing - assaulted the man outside the Clydesdale Bank on English Street. The attack took place at
An early morning arson attack in Workington is being investigated by police. The attack, on an unattended vehicle, happened in the Moorclose shops car park about 1.25am this morning. The unknown suspect is reported to have been wearing all black
A burglar wearing a dark coloured pompom hat is being sought by police. The thief struck in the Howgill Street area of Whitehaven yesterday. At about 12.15am it was reported that a man dressed in dark clothing, wearing a dark coloured pompom
Damaged wiring on the West Coast Main Line has led to major disruption to rail services in Cumbria - with buses now shuttling passengers between Preston and Carlisle. Overhead wires between Lancaster and Carnforth damaged this morning has resulted
A WANTED man who was the subject of an urgent police appeal has now been arrested and released under investigation. Marcus Robinson, 25, was wanted on suspicion of alleged crimes including fraud and burglary, some of which are alleged to have been
Carlisle United have today completed their fourth January signing - Blackpool left-back Nick Anderton. The 23-year-old has joined the Blues on a permanent deal. Anderton has signed an 18-month contract at Brunton Park. It sees the defender
Carlisle United have handed defender Aaron Hayden a new 18-month deal. The centre-half has been rewarded for his displays since forcing his way into the side under Chris Beech. Ex-Wolves man Hayden had been under contract until the end of this
A NORTH Cumbria primary school has been closed due to a problem with the electricity supply. Kirkbride Primary School was closed at 1.15pm this afternoon. The school is set to reopen at 8.30am tomorrow.
A CUMBRIAN police officer has been sacked for gross misconduct after visiting a woman for secret regular sexual “trysts” while on duty. Barrow-based PC Matt Simpson admitted engaging in late night liaisons while the pair were involved in a “casual
A CONSTRUCTION worker has appeared in court charged with wounding with intent, failing to stop and driving dangerously. Speaking only to confirm his name, date of birth, address and nationality, Daniel James English, 30, appeared at Carlisle’s
CARLISLE is to celebrate an Alternative Burns Night for the eighth year – and organisers say this year promises to be bigger and better than before. Brent Kennedy of the Carlisle Friends of Burns said: “No doubt a few members of the audience will
Cockermouth town councillors agreed their budget for the next financial year which represents an increase of 6.25 per cent. The budget of £210,990 was supported by councillors. "The main reason for the rise is because we are introducing new services
Stobart Group has announced it will pump up to £9 million into troubled airline Flybe. The group, which also owns Carlisle airport, has a 30 per cent stake in the consortium, called Connect Airways, which owns Flybe. The airline was on the brink
CCTV footage has been released to help police investigate a theft in Workington. Officers want to speak with the person pictured in connection with the theft of a Brendon 2000 PSI pressure washer from Travis Perkins at Clay Flats. The incident
A trio are drawing on their life experiences to introduce creative off-grid retreat days. A chance to get-away from day-to-day hassles and get creative in the peace and tranquility of Wild Ennerdale is offered at Beckfoot Retreat near Bowness Knott
A heartbroken family, still coming to terms with the death of their mother – have suffered another bitter blow. Lisa Bennett, of Mirehouse, in Whitehaven, lost her mum Joyce back in December and when she went to visit her grave this week, she was
The owner of a major Carlisle employer Cavaghan and Gray is to appoint a retail industry heavyweight as its chairman. Boparan Holdings Ltd, the parent company for 2 Sisters Food Group, has appointed former chief executive of Co-op Group Richard
In-form hitman Scott Allison is showing his class and providing the platform for Workington Reds’ success this season, believes boss Danny Grainger. The striker took time to find his feet in the NPL North West Division but is now on a terrific run
A new managing director for travel firm Stagecoach's Cumbria and North Lancashire operations has been announced. The firm has had a shake-up of its operational structure, which will see current Cumbrian MD Mark Whitelocks move to head up the bus
Chris Beech says Carlisle United players “earned respect” with their efforts against Cardiff and must use it as a platform. The Blues went down to a dramatic 4-3 defeat in the FA Cup Third Round replay at Brunton Park. The high-scoring encounter
WORK to improve the Bridge End roundabout in Hexham, as part of a £30m A69 improvement scheme, is due to start this month. Highways England said overnight lane closures would start from Monday, January 27. The roundabout is due to reopen in March
It's a condundrum faced by many working dog owners. You need to leave the house - but what about Rover? Some breeds of dog are prone to separation anxiety. And many of us with dogs head home and night wondering which piece of furniture the pooch
Diversions are set to be in place while a road is patched up in Pica next week. From Monday the C4006 at Pica will be closed for up to three weeks at its junction with the U4004, heading north east for about 2.8km. Cumbria Highways are carrying
Primark plans to open 18 new stores this year as they continue their expansion programme. The retail giant has reported higher revenues on the back of new store openings, as UK like-for-like sales dipped marginally lower. The high street fashion
ASDA said it will close its in-store meat and fish counters and replace them with something completely different. The spaces left by these closing sections will be used for 'ready-to-eat' counters - and Asda has revealed it plans to sell 'food
A missing teenager from Whitehaven has been found, police have confirmed. Rhys Fitzsimons, 16, who was last seen on January 9, is safe and well. Police have thanked all those who have shared their appeal.
POLICE were called to a two-vehicle crash. Cumbria police were called at 7.52pm last night to reports of a two-vehicle road traffic collision on the A595 at Netherhall Road, Maryport. The vehicles involved were a blue Ford Fiesta and white VW
A BRIDGE which carries a key road route from the north of Longtown suffered 'significant' damage during an accident early today, say experts. Motorists travelling through Longtown have faced delays and disruption after the early morning accident
The people of Cleator Moor have spoken about how they would like to see a share of government funding spent. Copeland Council is holding a public information event in the town today (Thursday) to give people more information on its bid for the Towns
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A CARLISLE man who passed out through alcohol went on to assault two hospital security guards after being brought round. Shaun Woods, 33, of Westwood, Carlisle – who himself works elsewhere as a security guard – pleaded guilty to two counts of assault
EMPTY business premises in Cumbria have cost the taxpayer £20million in the last five years. Empty shops, offices and warehouses do not have to pay business rates for three months. The aim of the tax relief is to allow for property investment and
A MAN who quit his job at Sellafield to cycle around the world has shared details of his epic journey. Ian Finlay, 52, has pedalled 24,000km and visited 28 countries and travelled more than halfway around the equator. The keen cyclist from Keswick
A FLIMBY couple woke in the night and discovered that their home had been burgled by somebody who left muddy footprints in their hall, a jury heard. At Carlisle Crown Court, homeless Lee Moore, 43, has gone on trial accused of burgling the couple
POLICE are investigating an incident of hate crime that occurred in Denton Holme. Officers are appealing for witnesses to come forward who may have seen any individuals placing stickers containing hateful messages on the lights along the bridge
Allerdale Council has served an eviction notice on a group of travellers on a Workington site. Travellers have taken up residence close to Allerdale House, on the Cloffocks car park, and also on land at Oldside, near the former Jump Mania building
A FLIMBY couple woke in the night and discovered that their home had been burgled by somebody who left muddy footprints in their hall, a jury heard. At Carlisle Crown Court, homeless Lee Moore, 43, has gone on trial accused of burgling the couple
Stealing 17 steaks and four Ted Baker gift sets has landed a Workington man in court. Alan Hodgson, 43, of Rowe Terrace, Westfield, pleaded guilty before West Cumbria Magistrates Court on Friday. The court heard Hodgson stole four Ted Baker
Carlisle United 3 Cardiff City 4: Brunton Park hasn’t seen this much entertainment all season. At the end of it all, Carlisle United went out of the FA Cup, left with the gruel of a League Two survival battle to get by on, but they did so only after
