Firefighters from Lazonby, Alston, Keswick and Penrith join a five-pump exercise at Huws Gray’s depot, simulating a commercial building fire.

An inquest heard how Roland Jenkins, 74, of Kendal, died nine days after being struck by a reversing delivery vehicle near his home.

Carlisle beauty therapist Alexandra Rhodes is a finalist for News & Star Best Beauty Salon 2026, after clients nominated Pure Indulgence Beauty on Wigton Road.

Ross Brannigan was fined and given eight penalty points after admitting driving uninsured and without the correct licence on ...

Cumbria Police speed camera vans will operate today in Carlisle, on the M6, A69, A66, A685, A689 and A683 to target speeding.

Proud Sunderland fencer Josh Waddell hopes his European Championship exploits can help enhance the profile of the sport in the north-east.

A volunteer-run initiative that has helped keep broken household items out of landfill is preparing to celebrate its first anniversary.

Patients contacting GP practices this winter are being urged to remember the pressures facing frontline healthcare staff and ...

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The Information Commissioner’s Office said it was investigating the rise of automated nuisance calls and was urging the public to report them.

I believe some businesses have gone too far in their use of restrictive practices such as non-compete clauses, a view I know shared by many in this room and ac ...

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