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Profile: Jasper Baker

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Community Reporter

Community Reporter based in North Cumbria for Newsquest Media Group. Covering stories in Carlisle, Penrith, Keswick, Workington, Whitehaven and beyond.

Latest articles from Jasper Baker

Derwent Vale’s Shannon Atkinson (27) vows to continue the foodbank she set up during lockdown

'I'll keep going as long as there is a need' - foodbank founder's pledge

A FOODBANK set up in a primary school to support families during the coronavirus pandemic is set to continue.

Debbie North (59) on her 'terrain hopper' in Eden Valley

Readers react to wheelchair extraordinaire and her inspiring story

Readers have been inspired by the amazing feats of Debbie North including her recent expeditions up Fleetwood Pike and through the Eden Valley.

Aerial view: 12 bed farm for sale. Photo: H&H Land & Estates

Holiday-let business on idyllic farm could be yours for £1,795,000

Red Barn Farm is a rare and exciting opportunity to acquire a fully operational, rural residential business.

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Local Council release Social Prescribing Directory

Council shows how to hone your digital skills

During the Covid-19 pandemic, people have connected with friends, family, services and support through the use of digital devices – and it’s never been more important to know how.

Kirkgate Centre Arts & Heritage in Cockermouth announce pop-up cafe

A pop-up community café is coming to the Kirkgate Centre

The talented team at the Kirkgate Centre in Cockermouth are giving their outdoor spaces a makeover.

Gyms and Barbers are open

'It's absolutely amazing!' – Joy as barbers and gyms reopen

Local barbers and sports centres across the area were overjoyed to be reopening on Monday as the Government’s road map for easing Covid-19 restrictions went ahead.

Cinema co-owner Carol Rennie and her partner Alan Hasler outside The Alhambra

Generous benefactor gives major donation to cinema project

Generous members of the public have been chipping in with donations to help towards the cost of a major development at Keswick’s Alhambra cinema.

Delighted: Neil Milbourn is happy to reopen

'It's been really tough' - popular attraction's delight at reopening

The sun was shining for a popular attraction's big reopening.
Dalston show is looking for a new secretary

'Linchpin required' - popular show on hunt for new secretary

A popular country show is looking for a new secretary.
Packed: Buttermere has some of the worst issues in the Lakes related to car traffic

Is a congestion charge for the Lake District a good idea? Your views

READERS have responded to a debate among Keswick councillors over the idea to charge motor vehicles entering the Lake District.

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