COPELAND'S borough councillors have failed to pass mayor Mike Starkie's budget. In an online special council meeting this evening, which lasted for more than four hours, they voted against the proposals, which included a 1.95 per cent increase
A number of the UK's biggest high street chains and online retailers have issued urgent product recalls on a variety of items. We have rounded up the latest items to be recalled. If you have purchased any of the following, do not use and return
If you’re a fan of Channel 5’s This Week on The Farm then you will probably recognise Helen Skelton as she presents the show alongside Jules Hudson. The show explores the lives of various farmers as they document their lives. It returned for
Promising Carlisle United midfielder Josh Dixon is back in training with the Blues after injury. The 20-year-old has been sidelined recently with a minor groin issue. But the talented Cumbrian is back with the squad and ready to push for more
We may be biased, but we think Cumbria is a great place to live. There are a variety of properties in the county that suit all preferences and budgets. According to Zoopla, the average price paid for a house in Cumbria is £189,786; of course
TWO men caught minding an "industrial scale" cannabis factory in a former Wigton bank have been jailed. Carlisle Crown Court heard that a police raid on the former Barclays Bank in King Street in October last year uncovered a huge and sophisticated
Friends of Garry Barr, who died suddenly in January, aged just 37, are paying their respects to him by taking part in a fundraising challenge. Garry, from Seaton, tragically died after having a heart attack in his sleep. This has come as a tremendous
Chief executive Nigel Clibbens says the club’s ongoing use of the Government furlough scheme is designed to protect jobs at Brunton Park. A number of Blues staff are still on furlough while certain other employees at the club are on 80 per cent
RESEARCH reveals that the number of women on FTSE 350 boards has rocketed in just five years. The Hampton-Alexander Review, an initiative to get women into senior leadership positions, shows 34.3 per cent of board positions, as of January 11, are
Landlords lodged two claims to repossess properties from tenants in Copeland in the three months to December, new figures have revealed. Ministry of Justice data shows two possession claims were submitted for tenants’ homes in the area between October
WHITEHAVEN Railway Station has undergone a host of improvements says Northern rail. Increased car parking spaces including two additional 'accessible bays' have been added, together with safer walking routes and a pedestrian crossing. Train
GRITTERS will be out in force tonight as freezing temperatures hit the county tonight. The Met Office has predicted that temperatures will hit freezing about 3am onwards. A Cumbria County Council spokesmans said:"There will be freezing road
Chief executive Nigel Clibbens says Carlisle United expect to bring in more than £250,000 over the course of the season from the iFollow streaming service. The live streaming of games has been a lifeline to fans who have been prevented from attending
POLICE have appealed after the theft of two caravans at Aspatria Business Park. The incident happened at about 10.40pm on February 17. A Cumbria constabulary spokesman said: "It is believed that these caravans were towed away by two vehicles
Thousands of people lined the streets as a three-year-old boy took his final journey through Carlisle. The funeral of Stanley Dalton took place today and friends, family and supporters turned out in numbers to pay tribute to the little fighter
A POWER cut is affecting hundreds of homes in West Cumbria due to an incident with high voltage cable. Electricity North West said the incident was reported today at lunchtime in the CA13 postcode area. The estimated time that power is due
Chris Beech says Cedwyn Scott is “training really well” as the striker pushes for his first Carlisle United outing. The former Hebburn Town player, who joined the Blues in January, was on the bench for the first time against Tranmere on Tuesday
Cumbrian Mark Wilson is back in the England side for Saturday's Six Nations clash with Wales. The flanker has been recalled in place of the injured Courtney Lawes for the game at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff. Newcastle Falcons’ former
A WORKINGTON dog walker was left with appalling facial injuries after being subjected to two unprovoked attacks by the same man in the space of a few days. Victim Michael Howley was knocked out as he walked his dog in the town’s Vulcan Park on
Cumbria's clubs in the non-league pyramid will see their seasons curtailed for a second successive campaign. Teams in steps three to six have voted to end the season. It means Penrith and Carlisle City, who play in the Northern League Division
A FORMER Carlisle man prosecuted for cannabis possession asked the judge dealing with his case: "Can I have my drugs back?” That was the cheeky question fired at District Judge John Temperley today as he passed sentence on 38-year-old Paul Gillan
A DEBT-STRICKEN west Cumbrian mum who took her son on a "professional shoplifting expedition" has been sentenced by a crown court judge. But Recorder Simon Killeen drew back from imposing any fine or prosecution costs on 42-year-old Ashley Winn
The Horrible Histories Barmy Britain tour, due to visit Carlisle, has been rescheduled following the Government's announcement on Monday. The drive-in theatre production will now take place at Carlisle Racecourse on Sunday 2 May. The Birmingham
Local community centres have reacted with cautious optimism to the Government's roadmap out of lockdown that it announced on Monday. The roadmap for easing Covid restrictions in England has been split into stages with a five week gap inbetween each
WORKINGTON Academy will have a 'staggered' reopening next month when Covid-19 restrictions ease, says the school's headteacher. In an online announcement on Tuesday Des Bird said: "Many of you would have seen prime minister Boris Johnson's announcement
Fans may be banned from Brunton Park but some still haven’t missed a Blues game all season – thanks to the match streaming service, iFollow. I bet it is a long time since so many have been able to say that. United have been one of the best
Cumbria Tourism is calling on the Government to support the hospitality sector after Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s lockdown roadmap announcement on Monday. In the four step-plan, the Prime Minister hopes to lift all Coronavirus restrictions by
Boris Johnson has hinted at a potential reduction in tax on alcohol served in pubs ahead of next week’s budget. Rishi Sunak is due to set out his spring budget on March 3 when the Chancellor is expected to outline plans to ease pressures on struggling
A CLEATOR Moor man has admitted a series of offences — including an assault on a female and motoring crimes. Brett Michael Todd, 32, of Priory Drive, who has yet to be sentenced, admitted the following offences: * Assaulting a woman in Cockermouth
CUMBRIA County Council's elections will not take place this year after a consultation on the future of local government in the area was launched. County council elections were due to be held in May this year, but have now been pushed back 12 months
NORTHERN train operators have invested £60m to extend more than 120 platforms across 73 stations after the introduction of new locomotives. Northern, TransPennine Express and Network Rail have collaborated on the works as part of the Great North
After a brief period of relief and joy, residents are disappointed to be fighting against a controversial planning application once again. Proposals tabled last year for an 80-home estate at Deer Park, Belah, led to a number of concerns amid fears
SUFFERERS from HIV in England and Wales can now choose to have the Covid-19 vaccine at a specialist clinic. NHS England guidance has been updated, allowing people living with HIV to have the vaccine at specialist clinics, without sharing their positive
Chief executive Nigel Clibbens has moved to reassure fans that Carlisle United are “looking ok” despite the serious financial challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic. The director said the virus will have slashed the club’s income by about £1.5m.
A WORKINGTON man has been put on the Sex Offenders’ Register after he admitted three child sex offences. Thomas MacFarlane, 32, entered guilty pleas to three offences when he appeared at Carlisle Crown Court. The defendant, of Charles Close, Workington
SIX additional Covid-19 testing sites have been opened across Cumbria, bringing the total up to 11. Essential workers who cannot work from home can now access the COVID-19 rapid result lateral flow test at new test centres in Barrow in Furness,
PARENTS have his back at plans for summer school to help students catch up after Covid. Secondary schools in England are set to receive added funding in order to run summer schools so that pupils can catch up with their education, Boris Johnson
DRIVERS on the M6 are facing delays after one lane was closed due to a pothole. One lane on the southbound carriageway has been closed between junction 42 at Carlisle and Junction 41 to Wigton. According to Highways England, traffic officers
A DALSTON man has been given a 14-month driving ban after he pleaded guilty to drink driving. Neil Frazer, 61, of Nook Lane Close, committed the offence on January 23, Workington's Magistrates' Court was told. At the time, he was driving a
THE rate of coronavirus infections in Allerdale has risen slightly, according to the latest figures. Data from Public Health England showed that the infection rate in the borough currently stands at 153.4 cases per 100,000 residents - up from 146.3
THREE flood warnings remain in place in Cumbria following a period of heavy rain that battered the county. Flood warnings - which require immediate action - are in place on the River Eden in Carlisle, Rickerby Park, Swifts, and Stoney Holme Golf
A ROAD in a Cumbrian village has been blocked due to flooding. Cumbria Police are reporting Little Corby Road in Little Corby, near Carlisle, is currently impassable due to flood waters between the Otter Inn turn-off and Newby East. A number
RAIL users can expect delays on one of Cumbria's major train lines this morning. Network Rail have reported there are delays on the Cumbria Coast Line between Barrow and Carlisle. A spokesman for the rail operator said: "Our teams are on site
Nigel Clibbens says Carlisle United stand ready to host more “test events” to help achieve the safe return of fans to grounds. The Blues and their fellow clubs are awaiting more details of the pilot schemes that will follow this week’s Government
Vehicles will be prohibited from travelling down the C40I8 Wellington, near Gosforth for a period of up to 18 months. A notice from Cumbria County Council states that all vehicles will be prohibited from proceeding along that section of the road
Charities across Cumbria are being asked to work with local primary schools to help them create a campaign to ‘make a difference’ as part of the Bright Stars 2021 programme. Bright Stars, managed by the Centre for Leadership Performance (CfLP)
A PLAN submitted to Carlisle City Council has outlined a vision to turn a former beauty salon into a holiday let property. According to planning documents, the historic Grade II listed situated building on Earl Street will be completely redecorated
Two teams have come together to offer a new range of courses to individuals and businesses across the county. Carlisle College and Story Contracting have joined forces to offer the new service, aiming to support personal development and growth,
RESIDENTS have once again been left worried about their properties as Keswick was battered with persistent rain. As the rain poured down over the weekend, a flood warning was put in place, and the continuing rain added to their worries. In the
Here is a round-up list of the planning applications that have been received by councils throughout our county. Carlisle Installation of 2no. pole mounted directional signs relating to housing development on land north of Caxton Road, Grass verges
IN these latest shots photographers have been capturing the best of this stunning county's scenes from February including signs that we are edging ever closer to spring. We've got stunning depictions of truly breathtaking sights from some of Cumbria's
MORE than £10m has been cut from Cumbria’s funding to repair damaged roads and potholes. The Government has slashed a total of £10.5m in funding to the council – a reduction of almost a quarter. The County Councils Network says the reduction
Plans for four homes to be built in Cumwhinton have been granted approval by Carlisle City Council. The development on Station Road had been under review since last March. The plan that has been submitted with the application shows two single-storey
The funeral of a brave little boy who lost his battle with a rare form of cancer is due to take place today. Stanley Dalton, 3, from Carlisle, sadly died at the end of January. He had been battling T-CELL Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia since
CUMBRIA County Council say they've had an 'influx' of couples looking to get married after the Government announced the staggered end of the Coronavirus lockdown. A spokesman yesterday (Wednesday) said: "Our registration service have received
Food related businesses across Copeland have all achieved top ratings after being assessed in their food hygiene inspections. Copeland Council makes regular spot check inspections of businesses in the area. The hygiene standards found at the
