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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
Ben Stokes: England all-rounder fined for altercation with fan
England all-rounder Ben Stokes is fined 15% of his match fee for an altercation with a spectator during the fourth Test in South Africa.
Kendal metal bar attack victim admits starting fight
Richard Wilkinson admits assaulting one of the attackers who went on to hit him more than 30 times.
Cumbria in line for mini nuclear reactors
The firm says it plans to build up to 15 of the mini reactors, which can be delivered by a lorry.
South Lakes zoo inspection commends progress
A report says prior issues concerning ventilation and record-keeping have been addressed.
Grasmere 'gentlemen's yachts' plan scrapped
Objectors said the plan would have a negative impact on the lake.
No time off for grieving: 'Inside I was screaming'
Bereavement leave for parents came too late for Ian Bainbridge, whose son was stillborn five years ago.
The Solway Firth haaf netters fighting to save a fishing tradition
Fishermen on the Solway Firth say the Viking-era practice of haaf netting could die out within a generation.
Cumbria's Eden Valley to see reintroduction of beavers
A beaver family will be brought to the Eden Valley from Scotland, where they are already in the wild.
Stagecoach takes West Coast row to High Court
Stagecoach and its partners say the government acted unlawfully in barring them from bidding.
Network Rail probe over Northern and TransPennine routes
The rail regulator says Network Rail's performance was not good enough in the north and central England.
Department store Beales collapses into administration
The collapse of the company, founded in 1881, puts more than 1,000 jobs at risk
Cumbria police constable sacked for having sex on duty
A misconduct panel hears the PC did not "take his pants off properly in case he had to rush off".
Donald Campbell's daughter wants restored Bluebird returned to Coniston
Gina Campbell said she wanted to keep a promise made to the people of Coniston.
Cumbrian primary school pupils take on the fells
Pupils run on the fells in all weathers armed with head torches.
Jack's Law: ?His little life is going to help thousands of people?
Lucy Herd successfully campaigned for parents to get paid bereavement leave after her son Jack died.
Dragon boating: The ancient sport helping breast cancer survivors
The sport helps the women make friends and share their experiences.
Mount Roraima climbing challenge completed by Windermere woman
A 21-year-old woman from Cumbria is the first to complete one of the toughest climbs in the world.
Scafell Pike summit celebration planned for Christmas Day
Jay Mistry is inviting people who might be alone to join him on a hike to the summit of Scafell Pike.
Carlisle United 2-1 Walsall
Carlisle move seven points clear of the League Two relegation zone thanks to a 2-1 win over Walsall.
Boreham Wood 1-1 Barrow
Barrow are denied a sixth straight win in all competitions but extend their National League lead with a draw at Boreham Wood.
Lewis Alessandra: Carlisle sign forward for rest of season
Striker Lewis Alessandra will be with Carlisle United until the end of the season after signing a short-term deal.
Hallam Hope: Swindon Town sign forward from Carlisle United on 18-month deal
Swindon Town sign forward Hallam Hope from League Two rivals Carlisle United on an 18-month deal.
Oldham Athletic 1-1 Carlisle United
Live coverage of Saturday's League Two game between Oldham Athletic and Carlisle United.
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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Jordan Sinnott: Murder arrest over Matlock Town footballer's death
Police arrest a 21-year-old man over the death of Matlock Town's Jordan Sinnott.
Post-mortem tests on man killed in Hull house fire with daughter
A post-mortem examination is taking place to establish the cause of the 47-year-old's death in Hull.
Border Force officer arrested in ecstasy supply probe
The 40-year-old is arrested in Folkestone by the National Crime Agency's anti-corruption unit.
Distracted pilot left towbar on Southend Airport runway
A plane carrying 35 passengers ran over the Cessna towbar when it landed at Southend Airport.
Four in court over Briton shot dead in Pakistan
Jahangir Hussain and his mother were attacked as they left her home in Jhelum, Pakistan.
Beatles, Rolling Stones and more album covers as pottery
Sculptor Simon Buckmaster celebrates the golden age of the album cover in clay.
Susan Warby death: 'Worrying accounts' over hospital's care
More families raise concerns about West Suffolk Hospital following a woman's death in 2018.
'Postnatal depression doesn't only affect mums'
Viren Swami struggled after his son was born and wants all new dads to have a mental health check.
Norwich NDR bat bridges 'are not working'
Ecologists say disturbance from a £205m road in Norwich may have driven the bats away.
Harry Dunn suspect 'needs to return' - PM tells Trump
Anne Sacoolas left for the US claiming diplomatic immunity after the crash that killed Harry Dunn.
Man charged with attempted murder after Burnley stabbing
The victim is in his 20s and is recovering from stabs to his back and neck, Lancashire Police say.
Woodhouse: Man and woman injured in city shooting
Police patrols are being increased after a man and a woman were shot in Leeds.
Source: BBC News
