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Section of road closed to traffic for essential works in High Harrington
Scaw Road will be shut from today (Wednesday, August 27) for three days, with United Utilities carrying out works in the area.
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Endangered water voles return to the Lake District after decades of decline
Water voles return to Lake District valley
Hundreds of people celebrated their big day this summer
Hundreds of ceremonies have been held across the Westmorland and Furness district this summer, as happy couples tied the knot.
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NHS trust reveals number of babies born in July
There were 222 babies born in North Cumbria in July.
There's a growing number of new businesses in Cumbria, records show
Figures from Companies House, cited in Cumberland Council's labour market briefing, suggest an increase in new companies originating in Cumbria.
Trust in local media is on the rise, new survey reveals
A growing number of UK adults now trust news and information from their local media, up from last year.
Maryport food festival delivers 'huge' economic boost, says Council
A Maryport food festival has delivered a major boost to the economy, according to Cumberland Council.
Fill up for less - Where to get the cheapest fuel in Carlisle this week
To help you get the best deal on your petrol or diesel, we've compiled a list of the cheapest garages in Carlisle this week, according to petrolprices.com.
Talking Tuesdays event to return to West Cumbrian museum
A SPECIAL event will be returning to a West Cumbrian museum this September.
More than half a million people now diagnosed with dementia in England
More than half a million people have now been diagnosed with dementia in England.
Carlisle drivers warned as new road closures set to begin
DRIVERS in Carlisle should prepare for multiple road closures over the next fortnight as a series of works are set to take place.
Police secure court order banning Cumbrian man from contacting his parents
POLICE have secured a court order banning an Eden Valley man from contacting his parents amid reports he has behaved violently towards them.
'We work closely with local businesses' - Cumbrian holiday let company
Luxury holiday let company Laik is showing a new way for businesses to let their accommodation - and it’s all down to quality, personal service and locality.
MP calls for 'flawed' process on mental health unit closure to be rerun
AN MP is calling for health chiefs to take action over the process followed by an NHS Trust ahead of its decision to close a mental health facility.
Labour MPs call on bus companies to bid for new services in £3.5m expansion
The letter is signed by Ms Minns, Mr MacAlister, Penrith and Solway MP Markus Campbell-Savours and Barrow and Furness MP Michelle Scrogham.
Inquest into death of grandmother in bus station collision suspended for police probe
AN inquest into the death of a 73-year-old grandmother who was involved in a collision with a bus in Carlisle has been suspended due to a police investigation.
Tributes to well-known milkman and gardener who spent 'life serving the community'
TRIBUTES have been paid to a well-known gardener and former milkman who spent his life serving the community.
MP: positive employment news is 'welcome' but more to be done
Cumbrians have given their reaction to new labour market figures, which show a reduction in the number of people claiming out-of-work benefits.
Harrington Marina Day 2025 hailed 'best event' yet
Harrington Marina Day, organised by Coastal Communities, returned to West Cumbria for it's third year on Saturday.
Hadrian's Wall to become backdrop to new art trail this September
This September, Hadrian’s Wall will become the backdrop for an art trail celebrating the folklore, myths and landscapes of Cumbria and Northumberland.