Cumbria Crack

Cumbria police A shipping container was raided and high-value whiskey was taken. Police are probing the theft at Southwaite Services...

Car taken after farmhouse targeted

A car was taken after a farmhouse was raided and the keys were stolen. Police are investigating an incident of...

Workington’s Plaza Cinemas will not reopen

‘The town deserves a cinema,’ plans press on for new town centre site

Bosses at a west Cumbria cinema recently closed for good are pressing on with plans for a new site. It...

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‘Inquiries ongoing’ after incident that left boy with suspected stab wounds

Detectives investigating a suspected assault say inquiries are ongoing and that no charges have been made. A 13-year-old was airlifted...

Homeless heroin addict burgled hardworking business man’s shop

Carlisle Crown Court A homeless heroin addict who burgled a dedicated and hardworking businessman’s shop in the dead of night...

Man in 60s in critical condition after crash

Woman left in critical condition after crash ‘recovering at home’

A woman who was left in a critical condition after a crash in Cumbria is now recovering at home. The...

More than £3,200 granted to help people struggling with serious mental health issues

An employment service supporting people who are struggling with serious mental health issues has been granted more than £3,200 to...

Prince Philip dies: Cumbria pays its respects

Advice for Cumbrians wanting to leave condolences to Prince Philip

Advice has been issued for people wanting to leave condolences for the late Prince Philip. The Duke of Edinburgh passed...

Young people urged to share views on county’s arts and culture scene

Young people from across the county are being urged to share their views on the arts and culture scene in Cumbria. The findings will be...

Funding scheme extended for community sports groups

Parents unable to work due to self-isolating child eligible for support

Parents and guardians in South Lakeland unable to work as a result of caring for a child or young person...

Cumbrian man shortlisted for prestigious award after going extra mile

Graeme pictured visiting Ann on March 23, 2021, which is the first time he had seen her since Christmas. A...

Valued support service saved from closure

Former audiology nurse, Jean Mason with Alan Irwin, Age UK West Cumbria A valued support service for sufferers of progressive...

Guinness World Record-holding gardens in Cumbria create World Topiary Day

Levens Hall A Guinness World Record-holding gardens in Cumbria has created the first World Topiary Day. South Lakes visitor attraction,...

Have your say on Cumbria’s COVID Recovery Plan

A new group set up to spearhead Cumbria's recovery from the pandemic is asking residents for their views on its...

Multi-agency group tackling coronavirus in Cumbria to stand down

ACC Andrew Slattery The multi-agency group that has overseen the county’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic will formally stand down....

Cumbria’s public health director urges caution after school outbreaks

18 more coronavirus cases diagnosed in Cumbria

The number of recorded coronavirus cases in Cumbria increased by 18 in the last 24 hours, official figures show. Public...

Urgent appeal: Could your dog be a lifesaver?

Donor dog Alfie A charity has made an urgent appeal for owners to come forward and donate their dog's blood...

Aldi launches packaging-free products in Cumbrian store

Packaging-free products at Aldi Ulverston. Customer Rachael Flooks Supermarket chain Aldi has launched a trial selling its first packaging-free products...

Mobile speed camera van locations – April 14