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New dark sky observatory opens near to Alston

ASTONISHING views into deep space are being revealed after a brand-new observatory swung into action at Alston Moor Golf Club.

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Swimmers to brave icy waters at New Year's Eve dip

HARDY swimmers are getting ready to brave the icy waters of the Irish Sea at a New Year’s Eve dip.

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Nationwide issues urgent Christmas scam warning for all customers

Nationwide is urging its millions of members to check their accounts regularly.

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The top baby names for boys and girls have been revealed

Muhammad overtook Noah as the most popular name for baby boys in England and Wales in 2023, figures show.

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DWP update on Winter Fuel Payment after thousands sign petition

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has updated its position on the Winter Fuel Payments after almost 50,000 people signed a petition

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Plot of land near Derwentwater to be sold at auction next week

Plot of land near Derwentwater to be sold at auction next week

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Amber warning for Lake District walkers as Storm Darragh moves in

The Met Office has warned conditions in the Lake District are set to ‘deteriorate’ rapidly as Storm Darragh hits the region.

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Shoplifter with 124 previous thefts on record storms out of dock as she is jailed

A REPEAT shoplifter whose criminal record includes 124 previous thefts stormed out of court as magistrates jailed her for her latest offending.

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How much is Alan Halsall being paid for appearing on I'm a Celebrity 2024?

Alan Halsall plays Tyrone Dobbs in Coronation Street - see how much he is being paid to appear on ITV's I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! 2024.

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Local NHS issue advice after cases of Norovirus found in Cumbria

The NHS in North Cumbria have issued some advice after cases of norovirus were found in the region.

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Flood alert in place as Cumbria braced for storm Darragh

A flood alert is still in place in Cumbria as Storm Darragh is set to bring more rain to the area across Friday and into the weekend.

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High-risk sex offender back behind bars thanks to police monitoring

A High-risk sex offender from west Cumbria is back behind bars after online monitoring software alerted police to his latest spate of offending.

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National Highways confirm abnormal load will pass through number of Cumbria roads

AN abnormal load is set to travel through a number of Cumbrian roads this week.

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Police seize £500,000 in week-long county lines crackdown - over 20 arrests made

CUMBRIA Police seized nearly £500,000 of suspected illegal cash in a week focused on county lines drugs crime.

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Objections mount to 150 space "Cat Bells" car park in Portinscale

MORE objections have been raised against a proposed Lake District 150-space car park to serve visitors to Cat Bells, near Portinscale.

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Founder of iconic haulage firm dies at the age of 95

The founder of one of the nation's most iconic haulage firms has died at the age of 95.

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'Festive fun and cheer' as inaugural Christmas festival opens

The people of Carlisle have seen a festive first this year, with the inaugural Christmas Tree Festival.

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Enjoy traditional and contemporary Christmas classics at a candlelit event

Get into the festive spirit as Rose Castle, near Dalston, opens its door for carols by candlelight. 

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Cumbria Police thanks volunteers across the county for International Volunteers Day

CUMBRIA Police are thanking their volunteers for International Volunteers Day. 

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Research study launched into high suicide rates in Cumberland Council area

A TEAM of researchers have started a project to help understand the reasons behind the high incidence of suicide in the Cumberland Council area, and then help determine how best to support people with their mental health.