The magic of the West End and Broadway is coming to West Cumbria, as Mad About The Musicals calls in as part of its 2019 UK tour. Appearing at Whitehaven's Solway Hall on June 22 the show features Michael Courtney and his cast of singers, supported
Maryport is gearing up for a weekend of live music. Maryport Live has been organised by local musicians and publicans to replace the Blues Festival. Six town centre venues, including pubs and clubs, and the Maryport Bowling Club off Mealpot Road
An erosion-hit coast road which was closed in February for safety has reopened, almost four months later. Cumbria County Council shut the B5300 at Dubmill Point, between Maryport and Silloth, after an inspection found the edge of the beach
HOSPITAL campaigners have sent a strong message to the man leading the review into the future of maternity services in Whitehaven. Dr Bill Kirkup is chairing the Independent Review Group (IRG) which will make recommendations about whether consultant-led
PUPILS at a West Cumbrian school were delighted to welcome a local author - accompanied by a fell pony. Keswick School English teacher and librarian Helen Robinson recently had her first book published. Little Pearl is based on her first pony.
A Maryport man who smashed windows belonging to a housing association twice in nine months was fined by a court. Gary Joseph Ackerley, 48, of Ewanrigg Road, pleaded guilty to destroying a window belonging to Home Housing. The incident occurred
A FAKE doctor exposed by the News & Star has been arrested for a suspected fraud. Zholia Alemi, 56, worked as a psychiatrist within the NHS and in private practice for more than 22 years despite never qualifying. Her case triggered national checks
A beloved son who “created many memories” made his mark on life. Those were among the tributes paid to James Huntington at an inquest into his death. Mr Huntington, 25, from Wigton, died instantly after crashing into a lorry parked in a layby
PETS of Cumbria have been nominated by their owners as Britain's naughtiest dog. Yesterday we announced that a hit TV show, Dogs Behaving Badly is returning to UK screens and our readers have been in touch with their canine contenders. The Channel
THE staff at Cockermouth School have once again revealed their many hidden talents - with their latest leavers' video. The hilarious videos have become legendary over the years. But this is the first time that everyone has taken part. More
A WORKINGTON man has been banned for two years after he was found almost three times over the drink-drive limit. Steven Robert Wilson, 52, of Clay Street, admitted drink-driving and failing to stop after an accident when he appeared at the magistrates
Stone from Honister Slate Mine is making a starring appearance in London following the unveiling of an architectural commission run by the Serpentine Galleries in London. Material from England's last working slate mine has been used to clad the
Bareknuckle British title winner Kevin Thompson is taking a step away from competing in combat sports due to personal reasons. Thompson has relinquished the BKB British cruiserweight title but he is not closing the door on a return to the ring just
Volunteers working with vulnerable children and families in Cumbria were awarded for their achievements and long service at a charity event. Around 20 volunteers working at Barnardo’s children’s centres across the county were joined by staff at
Volunteers are needed to help monitor river insect numbers in West Cumbria. West Cumbria Rivers Trust is seeking help to monitor the critters in the River Derwent catchment area, to help monitor river health and give early warning of water pollution
The former leader of Allerdale has blasted the new executive amid claims they are “closing the council down” and keeping the public in the dark. Labour leader Alan Smith made the comments just weeks after the new Independent leader Marion Fitzgerald
