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Cumberland boss goes back to school
The boss of one of Cumbria’s best-known businesses has returned to the classroom in Carlisle.
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Programme helps get people work ready in Cumbria
A programme is helping long-term unemployed people secure roles in the nuclear sector.
Stitch in time for VE Day in Carlisle by yarn bombers
A group of Carlisle yarn bombers are planning to mark VE Day with a colourful tribute.
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Next phase of Carlisle gateway scheme set to start
The next phase of Carlisle's Southern Gateway scheme is set to start next week.
Urgent appeal for dog foster carers in Cumbria
An urgent appeal has been issued for volunteer foster carers who can provide a temporary home to dogs in need like Merle as they await a fresh start.
Arrests likely to exceed 100 in clampdown on Cumbrian drivers
Cumbria police said it was likely that more than 100 people would be arrested by the end of April as part of their crackdown on drivers.
Leading actors and artists join forces to ‘save’ Lake District home of William Wordsworth
A consortium of actors, writers and artists is leading a campaign to save the Lake District home of William Wordsworth for the nation.
Driver denies causing serious injury to bike rider on A66
A pensioner has appeared in court accused of causing serious injury to a motorcyclist by driving carelessly on the A66.
Keswick Choral Society in fine voice for spring concert
An unusually balmy April evening brought out a large audience to St John’s Church for Keswick Choral Society’s Songs for Springtime concert.
Brits issued warning as parking payment machines ‘set up to trap people’
Thousands of Brits have been sent parking tickets as payment machines are ‘set up to trap people’.
What is shingles? Major questions answered from its cause to if it can kill you
A guide to shingles with the NHS website answering questions like what is the cause, is it contagious, and is there a vaccination?
750 schools roll out free breakfast clubs from today saving parents £450 a year
From today (April 22), 750 schools will roll out free breakfast clubs, which has been hailed a 'game-changing moment' for families, the Prime Minister said.
Cause of Pope Francis' death announced by the Vatican
Pope Francis died this morning (April 21) and the Vatican has announced his cause of death was a cerebral stroke.
Major railway upgrades for Cumbria section of West Coast Main Line
Major railway upgrades have taken place in Cumbria over the bank holiday weekend.
Rare dragonfly introduced into hidden corner of Cumbria
A rare dragonfly is being introduced into a hidden corner of Cumbria.
Today’s mobile speed camera van locations in Cumbria
Today's mobile speed camera van locations in Cumbria.
Rescue team says 'thank you' after successful Easter Monday duck race
A mountain rescue team has said a 'huge thank you' to everyone who was involved with its annual duck race.
Bid to tackle flooding in Lake District
A vital fundraiser will soon be underway to tackle flooding in the Lake District using nature-based solutions.
'Inexperienced' walker who 'mis-navigated' rescued
AN 'inexperienced' walker who became separated from their group has been rescued.
Cumbrian speed camera van locations revealed for April 22
CUMBRIA Police have revealed their speed camera van locations for Tuesday, April 22.