Manchester man Zia Mohhammed fined £660 and given six points at Carlisle Magistrates’ Court for failing to identify a BMW driver in Penrith. Total: £1,074.

Last week, Cumbria Police took more than £30,000 worth of drugs off our streets, alongside large quantities of cash seized as part of ongoing work to target drug dealing and organised crime.

A secondary school in Alston has welcomed a positive Ofsted inspection report which highlights its inclusive culture, strong safeguarding arrangements and ongoing journey of improvement.

Guides emerged from the wider Girl Guide movement, which was established in 1909 after girls demanded their own organisation at a Scout rally held by Robert Baden-Powell.

Explore four detached homes for sale in Penrith and Carleton, including period properties, modern family houses and multi-generational living options.

A Carlisle tailor has received an official visit from one of His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenants as the business was presented with a prestigious King's Award for Enterprise.

Hundith Hill Hotel near Cockermouth is on the market for £1.6m, offering 27 en-suite bedrooms, Lake District views and an established hospitality business.

NV Beauty Lounge & Makeup Studio has been named a finalist in the News and Star's Best Beauty Salon Awards 2026.

A councillor has been appointed patron of Cumbria Cerebral Palsy and says he is "incredibly proud" to take on the role.

Carlisle councillor Brian Wernham urges Cumberland Council to review St Cuthbert’s Garden Village underpasses after a teenage girl’s sexual assault in Carlisle.

M6 driver Lucifer Morningstar blamed screaming children and a medical emergency for doing 59mph in 40mph roadworks near Penrith. He was fined £368.

Pupils have been learning to budget as part of a financial education scheme. The session, delivered to Eastriggs Primary School in partnership with Cumberland Building Society, introduced children ...