A WEST Cumbrian driving instructor is calling for action as ‘frustrated’ learner drivers face cancelled tests and long waiting lists.

Visitors enjoyed dhol drumming, cookery demonstrations, storytelling, Afghan calligraphy, and a variety of dance styles, including Bhangra, Bharatanatyam Indian classical, clog, line, ceilidh, and ...

14 people have been arrested across Cumbria through a four-day operation targeting wanted individuals. Operation Merlin saw Cumbria Police proactively targeting wanted people including through the ...

A FRIZINGTON student has been praised for his enthusiasm in raising awareness of the psychological impact that brain tumours can have on young people and their families. 18-year-old Jamie Brannon was ...

URGENT calls are being made for an independent investigation into the process followed by an NHS Trust in reaching its decision to close a ...

ELDERLY people from Carlisle and Workington were targeted by sophisticated criminals who posed as police officers to steal thousands of pounds.

MP Josh MacAlister has called for a new urgent dental access centre in West Cumbria to address the region’s NHS dentist shortage, citing ...

A THIEF told a court she was ‘on the drink’ when she stole a crate of Stella and a bottle of wine from a convenience store.

A MAN has been banned from being drunk in public after being involved in anti-social behaviour in a town centre. Karl Goodfellow, 40, of no fixed abode has been given a two-year Criminal Behaviour ...

North Cumbria Integrated Care (NCIC) has introduced a voluntary resignation scheme for non-clinical staff as part of cost cutting measures.

Whitehaven picked up their first win in four games over Goole Vikings in the Betfred League One, and now sit two points off league leaders Workington ...

Nando's new burger The Big Cheese (Image: Nando's) One of the new items is The Big Cheese, which is a new burger made with grilled halloumi, red pepper and pineapple salsa, sliced avocado and ...