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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
'Lucky' dogs stuck in muddy harbour rescued
Rescuers say the dogs are a "bit shaken up" but fine "after cuddles."
Refurbished leisure centre reopens
Maryport Activity Centre, formerly The Wave, has a new play area and studio spaces.
'Tricky' time as pupils still await school return
Youngsters from Barrow's Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School are being taught elsewhere.
'Councillors should not set their own pay'
The way pay is set should change, according to a former remuneration panel member.
Rare 'UFO clouds' spotted in UK skies
Northern parts of the UK have been treated to the stunning sight of lenticular clouds. Matt Taylor explains how they form.
Spine racers cover 268 miles in snow and ice to reach Scotland
Competitors in the Spine Race hit the finish line in the Borders after setting off from Derbyshire.
Two hunt groups issued with police warning
Police say they have received "numerous reports" about Blencathra Foxhounds and Melbreak Foxhounds.
Avanti train strikes in January cancelled to allow talks
The strike dates suspended are Sunday 19 January and Sunday 26th January.
MP labels plans to close rehab ward 'bananas'
Tim Farron says two wards currently earmarked for closure are vital to freeing up beds in A&E.
Crash leaves woman with life-threatening injuries
The two-car collision, on Tuesday afternoon, has also left three teenagers with serious injuries.
Demolition begins after suspected gas blast
The work comes as a number of neighbours have returned to their properties in Whitehaven.
Trainee gas engineer, 20, wins £7.5m in lottery
James Clarkson, who celebrated his win with a roast beef dinner, says he thought he was dreaming.
Work to reopen bridges 'taking far too long'
The closures over the A591 are badly effecting local communities, a parish council leader says.
Temporary library replaces fire-hit service
The new facility is opening in the building next to Barrow Leisure Centre.
Mine opponents cleared over protest at MP's office
Three women covered the windows with posters as they opposed plans for a Whitehaven mine, a court hears.
'My drive is reviving the culture of stone lifting'
A Cumbria farmer is on a mission to track down England's ancient lifting stones.
Inside the medical cannabis boom
The BBC follows a medical cannabis production line from Portugal to Sunderland to see the process.
'We're remembering the soldiers - my heroes'
A six-year-old Cumbrian "soldier" who has taken TikTok by storm prepares for Remembrance Day.
Thick smoke as fire breaks out at UK nuclear sub shipyard
Two people were hospitalised but have since been released, the company who runs the shipyard says.
Gurners grimace in championship face-off
Gurners sign up on the night then its hideous faces galore at the World Gurning Championships.
Meet the 20-year-old Young Ringer of the Year
?As a group of young people, we've kind of grown up and learned to ring together.?
Man Utd striker Hugill joins Carlisle on loan
Manchester United striker Joe Hugill becomes Carlisle United's ninth January signing as he joins on loan for the rest of the season.
Barrow sign Bradford forward Smith on loan
Barrow sign Bradford City forward Tyler Smith on loan until the end of the season.
Carlisle sign Newcastle defender McArthur
Carlisle United sign Newcastle United defender Charlie McArthur on loan until the end of the season.
Dummett leaned on old friend to secure Carlisle move
Paul Dummett has linked up with former Newcastle United team-mate Mike Williamson in a bid to help Carlisle United.
Barrow cut short loan stays of Dallas and Eccleston
On-loan Barrow forward Andy Dallas is to return to Barnsley and Neo Eccleston is heading back to Huddersfield Town.
Cumbria councillors pay concerns
Councillors collectively decide how much allowance they reward themselves for duties.
Carlisle lottery genie strikes again!
A £7.5m jackpot is the latest city windfall, former winner Ian Black offers his advice.
Cumbria's GP's under pressure
Seasonal illness is putting surgery's under strain as consultations fill up quickly.
Cumbria's indie brewers knocking on door of chains
Historic hangover from the sale of old State Management Scheme tied many Carlisle pubs.
5 men 'lucky to survive' after Scafell Pike rescue
Wasdale Mountain Rescue were called out to search for a group who'd got lost in the snow.
Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)
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.
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National News Headlines
White supremacist jailed for asylum seeker attack
A judge says Callum Parslow's unprovoked assault on Nahom Hagos was "undoubtedly a terror attack".
Baby's death could have been avoided - coroner
A series of failings had led Teddy Martin's condition to deteriorate "rapidly", an inquest heard.
Killer recalled to prison after murder 'boast'
Jake Fahri, who served 14 years in jail for murdering schoolboy Jimmy Mizen, breached licence conditions.
Tycoon's ex-wife awarded £43.5m in divorce payment
Ex-wife Kate Vince started disputing how money should be split at a hearing in December last year.
Grooming gang members given jail sentences
Ibrar Hussain, Imtiaz Ahmed and Fayaz Ahmed are sentenced at Bradford Crown Court.
Music stars among mourners at Johnnie Walker's funeral
Led Zeppelin singer Robert Plant was among the stars to pay their respects to the late DJ.
'One-in-a-billion' round egg discovered in Devon
Alison Greene says even Elon Musk, the richest man in the world, does not have a round egg.
Mayor to be investigated over Taylor Swift tickets
Sir Sadiq Khan's received six Taylor Swift tickets worth about £3,000 for her concert in August.
Perimenopause awareness call after singer's death
The family of Danielle Moore say they want to highlight the impact of perimenopause on mental health.
Murder arrest after woman dies and child injured
A two-year-old girl was also found with serious injuries, police say.
Police officer shared racist John Barnes video
PC Thomas Birkett resigned before he could be sacked over a series of racist videos.
Driver stopped in Tesla Cybertruck banned in UK
The eye-catching vehicle, which carries a price tag of about £48,000, is not yet legal on UK roads.
Source: BBC News
