Carlisle and Cumbria News
Keep up to date with the latest news and sports articles for Carlisle and Cumbria. You will also find links on the left that will direct you to local and national newspaper websites and publications.

Sycamore Gap sapling planted at community centre
Moorclose Community Centre is given one of 49 "trees of hope" saplings from the felled tree.

Your pictures: Bright winter sun through the clouds
Our BBC Weather Watchers share photos of north-east England and Cumbria enjoying the winter sun.

Grants aim to help people 'overcome work barriers'
A total of £400,000 is being made available to charitable organisations helping people in Barrow.

Spectators head to forest as motor rally returns
Organisers urge those without a ticket not to attend because car park spaces are sold out.

Sinfield finishes fifth day of challenge
The former rugby player has completed his fifth leg of his MND challenge and hit a fundraising goal.

What would happen if Storm Desmond hit today?
Ten years on, is northern England better prepared to face the devastating floods if hit again?

Seized cars used by college's student mechanics
Cumbria Police gives six vehicles to Carlisle College and pledges more for Furness College.

Charities back MP's 'iconic' tree bill
Joe Morris says a register of 'iconic' trees will help young people better appreciate them.

LGBT survivors tell of 'barbaric' NHS shock therapy
More than 250 people were subjected to painful electric shocks in NHS hospitals, the BBC discovers.

Moment earthquake shook homes in north-west England
The tremor, which struck shortly after 23:23 GMT, was felt in areas including Kendal and Ulverston.

Organ from flooded 'lost village' up for auction
Auctioneers say the instrument was used in Mardale's church before the village was flooded in 1939.

Last call for residents' views on 20mph schemes
There are proposals for 20mph zones in 24 different areas of Eden, Furness and South Lakeland.

Tree carving 'causing lasting harm'
Lake District bosses say it may appear as "harmless vandalism" but it "comes at a cost to nature".

Cumbria MP suspended by Labour after rebelling on farm tax plan
Penrith and Solway's Markus Campbell-Savours voted against plans to tax inherited farmland.

'The cast isn't as Wicked as you might think'
A professional dancer from Carlisle talks about his journey to starring in both the Wicked films.

Club teaching kids to fish and 'find peace'
Kieron Banks says once people learn to fish, they will often carry on for the "rest of their life".

Rain-soaked presenters finish three-legged trek
Mike and Steph cross the finish line and thank supporters for helping to keeping them going.

Passengers walk on rails after Glasgow-London train derailment
Passengers walk on rails after Glasgow-London train derailment

Hundreds squat for brain tumour charity challenge
Amy and stepdaughter Kim, who was diagnosed with an incurable brain tumour, have raised thousands.

'Releasing our baby red squirrel back into the wild'
Percy the red squirrel was hand-fed by Connor Brown and his family for weeks before being released.

Underground rescue team operating without a base
Cumbria Ore Mines Rescue Unit teams up with Penrith Mountain Rescue to raise money for a hub.

Barrow to host Workington in Championship opener
The Championship will consist of 21 teams in 2026 after the merger of that and League 1 into one larger division.

Whing ready to draw on McDonald experience
Barrow bring in the experienced Neil McDonald to work as joint assistant coach to Andy Whing.

Williams calls on Barrow to 'stay positive'
Barrow midfielder MJ Williams says the team must stay positive ahead of a "massive" game at bottom side Newport County.

'Everyone goes up a level' against us, says Hughes
Carlisle United head coach Mark Hughes believes that his side are a big scalp for opponents in the National League.

Whitehaven hooker Newton forced to retire
Whitehaven hooker James Newton calls time on his playing career after suffering a serious neck injury but will continue in a new role at the club.

Penrith and Solway Labour MP suspended
Markus Campbell-Savours voted against the government's plan to tax inherited farmland.

Did the Cumbrian earth move for you?
A 3.3-magnitude earthquake was felt shortly after 23:23 in Kendal and Ulverston.

Board stiff in Workington
Manufacturing paperboard is not a boring process at the world class Holmen Mill.

BBC Radio Cumbria Special
What?s life like in 2025 living with HIV?

Does Cumbria tourism have to be taxing?
A tourism tax could be on the agenda of the new Cumbrian mayor in 2028.

FA to investigate racism claims
The Football Association will investigate allegations that Macclesfield's Nat Brown was racially abused by Barrow fans.

Barrow 1-1 Macclesfield
Barrow and Macclesfield will have to replay for the right to host Championship side Cardiff in the FA Cup third round.

Rams recall Gjokaj from Carlisle
Derby County recall defender Valentin Gjokaj from his loan spell at League One club Carlisle United.

Miller return encourages Abbott
Striker Lee Miller's return from injury gives Carlisle manager Greg Abbott cause for hope, despite defeat at Shrewsbury.

Shrewsbury 2-1 Carlisle
Paul Parry grabs a vital winner for Shrewsbury as they beat Carlisle to climb out of the League One drop zone.

Workington sign half-back Coyle
Workington Town sign former Wigan, Barrow and Oldham half-back James Coyle for the 2012 season.
Two missing after entering river to evade police
Police say they are "extremely concerned" for their welfare of the men, as the search continues.
Hillsborough victim's relative followed by police for a week, report finds
The police watchdog received 25 complaints about surveillance from people connected to the disaster.
Four arrested after crumble and custard thrown at Crown Jewels display
The Tower of London was partially closed to the public while the police investigated.
Prince William praises 'inspiring' Kevin Sinfield
Sinfield is close to finishing his latest challenge to support the motor neurone disease community.
'The tattoo on my arm is now on my tongue after cancer treatment'
Harriet Trewhitt, 21, was diagnosed with stage 2 squamous cell carcinoma earlier this year.
Homes damaged in 'mini tornado', say residents
East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service were called to reports a garage door and roof had blown away.
'Teeny-tiny' Christmas tree sparks confusion
A councillor defends a newly planted council Christmas tree after locals said was too small.
Council leader expelled from Reform UK lambasts MP
Ian Cooper breaks his silence after being exposed for allegedly making racist comments online.
Fire engulfs historic ballroom and nightclub
A fire has broken out at Brighouse's old Venue 73 nightclub, previously known as the Ritz Ballroom.
'Awful' Christmas drone show postponed again
Free tickets to the Kent show were offered to people who complained about a previous show.
Girl, 11, stars in film with Kiefer Sutherland
Matilda, 11, says actor, who plays her character's dad, was "professional and kind" during shoot.
Elf movie costume sells for £239,000 at auction
The costume from the festive favourite exceeds expectations, while a hat from Indiana Jones tops £300,000.