Mobile network EE has pledged to give free calls, texts and data to its disabled and vulnerable customers during the UK lockdown. To keep customers who qualify in touch with loved ones - plus essential services - the network has said it will give
Scores of petrol stations will be forced to close due to a lack of sales and their businesses becoming unprofitable - a trade association has warned. The Petrol Retailers Association (PRA) has said that sites in rural areas where fuel use has collapsed
Cases of the coronavirus are continuing to climb, with more than 22,000 people now diagnosed with the virus in the UK. Covid-19 is highly contagious and can be easily spread to others, even after symptoms have disappeared, making social distancing
NatWest bank has shared the top five coronavirus scams to be aware of and warn others about. It comes as scammers are ramping up a range of sophisticated ways to steal money from people during the coronavirus crisis in the UK. Michael Burrow
SUN, wind and manure look set to be the answer to local dairy farmer Richard Park’s quest for energy self-sufficiency at Low Sizergh Farm near Kendal. “Historically, sources of power were the main driver for human settlement,” said Richard. “The
FARMERS and the food industry have spent 20 years investing time, effort, money and passion into the Red Tractor assurance scheme. It was created in response to a number of food safety scares in the 1990s and the logo on pack was designed to give
A DEVASTATING blow has been dealt to an annual village hall fundraiser after it was scrapped for this year. The Blindcrake Parish Garden Safari, an annual fundraising event, will not go ahead until next year, as coronavirus grips the nation.
Following the success of the heartwarming Clap for the NHS that took place on Thursday, the nation is about to applaud our other heroes. Supermarket staff are working tirelessly endlessly to keep shelves stocked, customers served and food on our
A former hotel in West Cumbria is set to go under the hammer later this month. The Commercial, on High Street in Cleator Moor, has a guide price of £55,000 and is one of the lots up for sale at an online auction on April 21. The former hotel,
People are being reminded that not all businesses need to close during the coronavirus crisis, but that those that operate must obey rules around social distancing. Assistant Chief Constable Andrew Slattery, chair of the Cumbria Strategic Co-ordination
With schools closed for the foreseeable future, parents have been forced to come up with new ways to keep children entertained in the house while following lockdown guidelines. One single parent is taking it to the extreme by creating an amusement
Staff at a doctor's surgery are asking the community to continue supporting them in battling coronavirus by donating much-needed equipment and protective clothing. Castlegate and Derwent Surgery, in Cockermouth, has issued a plea for more donations
A PUBLIC health chief has sought to explain why Cumbria appears to have one of the country's highest Covid-19 infection rates as new figures confirmed 49 people have died at hospitals run by the two NHS trusts which operate in the county. The most
Eleven new Covid-19 deaths have been confirmed by bosses at NHS Cumbrian hospital trusts, as the latest government figures show that the last 24 hours have seen the daily death toll rise to 563. It is yet another grim record for the country's 24
A VOLUNTEER group in Cockermouth has seen its numbers soar as more and more people aim to do their bit to help others. Cockermouth Emergency Response Group (CERG) answered 60 calls from people in need last week but thankfully 160 new volunteers
Covid-19 has seen a rise of more than 500 deaths in the last 24 hours. The coronavirus outbreak has now claimed the lives of 2,352 people. The latest update for Covid-19 fatalities in the UK have just been confirmed by the Department of Health
TV personality and NHS doctor Dr Ranj Singh has teamed up with Heart radio to create a new podcast aimed at educating children about coronavirus. The podcast - A Kids’ Guide to Coronavirus with Dr Ranj - answers questions from children who have
THE Great North Air Ambulance is continuing its rescue mission across the region despite the challenges posed by the coronavirus outbreak. The charity said its doctor and paramedic teams were being deployed to incidents in the same way as usual.
More than £3 million has been awarded to 245 businesses in Copeland affected by coronavirus. Government grants of £25,000 are being awarded to businesses in the retail, leisure and hospitality sector, dependant on rateable value. These businesses
'THIS is not a joke,' - that was the emotional message of the family of a man who has died of coronavirus as they urged people to stay at home. Adrian Davis-Johnston, grandson of Allan Davis-Johnston, 81, who died from the virus on Saturday, said
A FRESH appeal for vigilance has been made after a near-miss with online scammers in north Cumbria. Members of a north Cumbrian parish council were targeted by online fraudsters, who attempted to scam hundreds of pounds worth of gift vouchers from
A CUMBRIAN charity said goodbye to one of its long-time stalwarts after more than two decades. Pam Hutton recently retired as the chief executive officer of Cumbria Family Support - which looks after children and parents going through a range of
DUE to the current situation surrounding the coronavirus pandemic and the threat of spreading Covid-19 a theatre company has taken the difficult decision to cancel its 2020 summer season. The Theatre by the Lake has been closed since Tuesday, March
With a team of around 150 staff and volunteers, Carlisle Mencap provides support and services for more than 500 people with learning disabilities, and their families, who live throughout the county. Set up back in June 1968, the organisation offers
A CARLISLE based band that were the support act for an Elton John gig are looking to release one of their old songs for Coronavirus good causes. The Monroes were formed in the 1990s, when Britpop was at its height, and in 2007 got a big break supporting
Cumbria has lost a legend, who will be remembered throughout history for making people smile – with one of the ugliest faces and kindest hearts in the world. Family, friends and fans have said goodbye to the widely known and well-loved Gordon Blacklock
WORK will begin today to transform leisure centres into additional NHS bed capacity. The work is being led locally by agencies in Cumbria working as part of the Local Resilience Forum. Andrew Slattery, Assistant Chief Constable and chair of
The UK’s newspaper publishers have joined forces to call on advertisers to support quality journalism during the Covid-19 crisis. While all news brands - including those owned by Newsquest Media Group - have seen a surge in demand from readers
SEVERAL supermarkets have come under fire after one single mum claimed a branch of Aldi stopped her from entering with her five-year-old son in tow. Multiple similar posts subsequently appeared from other angry parents claiming to have been told
MAJOR retailers have issued product recalls on hash browns, vegetable lasagne and a floodlight. Anyone who has recently bought certain brands of hash browns, vegetable lasagne and and a floodlight has been urged to return the product. Co-op frozen
A TRUCK driver and his wife have highlighted the plight of delivery drivers during the country’s lockdown. Margaret and Neil James, 49, from Aspatria, have spoken out about the difficulties drivers are facing when trying to find somewhere to eat
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British Transport Police were forced to arrest a person at Carlisle railway station. It happened after the person spat at station staff and police yesterday afternoon. A spokesman for British Transport Police said: "Officers have arrested a person
CUMBRIA has seen a surge in deaths caused by Covid-19, with 38 fatalities at the two NHS trusts which have hospitals in the county. Updated figures seen by the News & Star reveal that the NHS trust which manages both the Cumberland Infirmary in
POLICE have warned residents to be on the look-out for phoney websites offering fake products like hand sanitizer and cures during the Coronavirus pandemic. The advice came from the Dumfries & Galloway Police Division, part of Police Scotland, who
Aries (Mar21/Apr20) Beware of lording your power over others. Just because you have more influence does not mean you are superior. Make an extra effort to connect with people who are struggling. By praising their contributions and encouraging their
A dedicated help line has been set-up to support residents in a north Cumbrian town during the coronavirus outbreak. Brampton Acting Together Group has launched a helpline that residents in Brampton and the surrounding area can ring if they need
HOSPITAL staff in north Cumbria have battled through a ‘whirlwind” of changes as they adapt their services to treat increasing numbers of coronavirus patients, say health chiefs. Theatre staff at the West Cumberland Hospital in Whitehaven have transformed
A NEW emergency support service for people at high risk of becoming seriously ill due to coronavirus has been launched. Cumbria County Council has been working with district councils, Cumbria CVS, Cumbria Community Foundation, community and voluntary
An appeal has been launched after two garages were broken into. Police are appealing for any information in relation to the incidents, which saw garages around Coronation Terrace and Hillary Close, Workington, broken into. They occurred between
COMMUNITY leaders slam residents who have been ignoring social distancing guidelines and lockdown rules. The first person to be reported in west Cumbria had repeatedly ignored officers advice to go home and stay safe over the weekend. Leaders
A SWEET message of thanks has been delivered to Carlisle’s refuse and recycling team. The team received a card from a ten-year-old girl and her family who wanted to show their appreciation for the work that they are doing during the coronavirus
A CUMBRIAN artist has took to social media to raise a smile by drawing humourous sketches of the Coronavirus lockdown. Eleanor Tyler, 71, from Currock, Carlisle, was determined to be productive after she decided to self-isolate, because of a pre-existing
Eligible businesses in Allerdale that are affected by the government’s actions to stem the spread of coronavirus, can now apply for financial support through a cash grant scheme. There are two grants available both of which are being administered
A COUNCIL is urging the public to report any businesses that are not complying with the latest Government coronavirus advice. Allerdale Council has asked for the public's help in identifying any business that is ignoring the restrictions, which
