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.
Leiland-James Corkill: Laura Castle guilty of murdering baby
Laura Castle shook Leiland-James Corkill to death after she "lost it" over his crying, a jury heard.
New Cumberland Council meets for first time
Cumberland Council will be responsible for areas such as Carlisle, Allerdale and Copeland.
Parton landslip school still not safe to reopen 10 months on
The primary school in Parton, Cumbria, shut due to a landslip on a hill behind it in July 2021.
Barrow death of worker at industrial yard investigated
The 44-year-old's family said he was a football fan who rarely missed his local team's games.
Two pedestrians killed by car on A596 near Flimby
A woman is arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving over the crash near Flimby.
Keswick café holiday let threat prompts buy-out bid
Chinty Turnbull, from Keswick, Cumbria, says local people are being priced out of the housing market.
Man completes Wainwrights challenge via public transport
Lewis Jevons visited the 214 fells on buses to raise awareness of the environment.
Lake District paramedic 'honoured' to test jet suit
The jet suits will drastically reduce the time taken to reach casualties over difficult terrain.
Max the Miracle Dog's final hours described by owner
Max's owner remembers how people told him how his dog helped save lives.
Samantha Madgin: Nephew campaigns in memory of Wallsend victim
Samantha Madgin was murdered in 2007 and James now helps raise awareness of the damage knives do.
Lake District mountain rescue search dog awarded PDSA Order of Merit
During her 11-year career, border collie Skye carried out about 200 searches in the Lake District.
Vipers beat Thunder in Charlotte Edwards Cup opener
Northern Diamonds, South East Stars, Southern Vipers and Central Sparks win their opening fixtures of the Charlotte Edwards Cup.
Women's Super League: Barrow Raiders head coach Amanda Wilkinson cannot wait for 'special' matchday
Head coach Amanda Wilkinson will lead Barrow Raiders in their debut Women's Super League season.
Phil Brown: Barrow end talks with manager over new contract
Barrow end contract talks with boss Phil Brown following the end of the 2021-22 League Two season.
Carlisle United: Lewis Alessandra among eight released by League Two club
Carlisle United release eight players at the end of the 2021-22 season including forward Lewis Alessandra.
Barrow 1-3 Northampton Town: Cobblers miss out on promotion from League Two on day of drama
Northampton beat Barrow but miss out on promotion from League Two on goal difference as Bristol Rovers thump Scunthorpe 7-0.
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.
Leiland-James Corkill: Laura Castle guilty of murdering baby
Laura Castle shook Leiland-James Corkill to death after she "lost it" over his crying, a jury heard.
Conservative MP arrested on suspicion of rape
The Metropolitan Police confirm a man is in custody over allegations dating back to the 2000s.
Skelmersdale: Five hurt in suspected explosion at block of flats
Three people are taken to hospital following the blast which caused significant damage.
PC fired for not investigating woman's murderer
Abuse allegations were made months before her husband poured petrol on her and set her alight.
Boy killed in dog attack was caring, family say
The family of a three-year-old boy killed in a dog attack pay tribute to him as a man is arrested.
London's 'most romantic' restaurant had mouse droppings in kitchen
French restaurant Clos Maggiore in Covent Garden was given a one out of five hygiene rating.
Shani Warren: Man guilty of murder in 1987 Taplow Lake case
A 66-year-old is convicted of killing Shani Warren, who was found bound and gagged.
Roman coins found in Pewsey sell for £81k at auction
The hoard found by three friends achieves more than double the auctioneer's £40,000 guide price.
Man died after mistakes at St Leonards hospital, inquest hears
David Morton-Holmes died days after doctors at Conquest Hospital treated him for a suspected stroke.
Joey Beauchamp: Oxford United legend took his own life, coroner concludes
An inquest into the Oxford United legend's death hears he had endured a "difficult couple of years".
Elizabeth line: Queen makes surprise visit to Paddington Station
Buckingham Palace says the visit, ahead of the line's opening on 24 May, is a "happy development".
Knaresborough litter-pick pair's car trip with live WWI bomb
The couple originally thought the device, found in the river in Knaresborough, was a gas cannister.