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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
Fake police fraudsters jailed for courier scam
The trio preyed on vulnerable people in order to con them out of their life savings, police say.
New hotel to be built at city centre site
The owners of the Premier Inn chain have bought the land.
Park linked to first environment protest turns 100
Crow Park was once covered in oak woodland and its felling sparked outrage, the National Trust says.
Two women arrested in modern slavery inquiry
Cumbria Police take part in an operation targeting alleged modern slavery offences in Barrow.
School to open £1.5m sports facilities to community
Austin Friars school says state-of-the-art facilities, such as Padel court, will be open to community.
Sycamore Gap pair were quizzed in homophobia case
The victim of an assault just days before the tree felling says the men were in the police's sights.
Planning row over woodland turned into garden
Cumberland Council says two protected trees have been lost.
Nitrous oxide canisters found near playground
South Lakes Police warn retailers that "recklessly" selling nitrous oxide can lead to prosecution.
Bluebird to return to record site 70 years on
Donald Campbell broke his first world record with the hydroplane at Ullswater in 1955.
Consultation begins on nature recovery project
Cumbria is one of 48 areas in England developing their own nature recovery strategy.
Map shows 80% of peatlands dry and degraded
The government say the findings, shown on an open source map, present a worrying picture.
Man arrested for attempted rape of teen in park
The attack is alleged to have happened at Gooseholme Park in Kendal, police say.
Residents warned of nuclear site's emergency siren
An emergency exercise is due to be held this week, which may involve sounding the siren.
'Extreme risk of wildfires' county-wide warning
After a Met Office alert, Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service warns of the risk of extreme wildfires.
Barrow midfielder Newby signs new two-year deal
Hometown midfielder Elliot Newby signs a new two-year contract to stay at Barrow until the summer of 2027.
Goalkeeper Farman heads list of Barrow departures
Goalkeeper Paul Farman heads a list of eight players who are set to leave League Two Barrow this summer.
Hughes in talks to stay on as Carlisle boss
Mark Hughes says he would be willing to stay on as Carlisle United boss in the National League next season.
Cumbria's dry - it's official!
It's the driest start to the year since 1929.
Sycamore gap pair quizzed in homophobia case
Two men convicted of chopping down the famous tree were suspects in alleged assaults.
Cumbria Crystal - shaken but not stirred
Maker of 007's favourite drinking glass is working hard to keep endangered crafts alive.
Thousands of Cumbrians at risk of losing their electricity
Old RTS meters are being phased out and need to be replaced by the end of June.
Keswick, tourists from hell
The town has issued guidelines to holiday let owners reminding them of their duties.
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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Drug dealer who killed boy, 7, in explosion jailed
Seven-year-old Archie York was killed by an explosion caused by a neighbour making cannabis sweets.
British teen arrested in Georgia for drug offences
Billingham 18-year-old Bella Culley is accused of importing large quantities of drugs in to Georgia.
Plea for urgent action after prison officer attacks
A prisons union warns staff could be killed after attacks on officers leaves them in hospital.
Mayfair house owner told to scrap illegal basement
The council says the alterations, including removing historic features, were denied planning consent.
Monk tells court pupil relationship was consensual
Michael James Callaghan is accused of sexually abusing two boys at a North Yorkshire boarding school.
Double stabbing suspect shot by armed police
Merseyside Police say the man was shot by armed officers after a man and woman were stabbed.
Man held after Pokémon cards worth £250k seized
Thousands of the tradeable cards are discovered in a raid by Greater Manchester Police.
Parent says fatal water park party was 'nightmare'
Kyra Hill went missing and later drowned during a birthday party at the water park in August 2022.
Prisoner accused of breaching Emily Maitlis order
A jury hears Edward Vines called the presenter "scornful" in letters he sent from prison.
Romance fraudster who posed as footballer jailed
Detectives say Hesaam Ghori used a "web of lies" and romantic promises to get £16,000 from a woman.
Homeless man started fire to keep warm - inquest
The body of Jamie Parker was discovered in the derelict building in March 2024.
Springsteen 'influenced' arena's acoustic design
The owner of Co-op Live says Bruce Springsteen's feedback influenced the venue's acoustic engineering.
Source: BBC News
