Cumbria's chief constable has urged the public to support the NHS and all emergency services personnel this Bank Holiday – by staying home. Michelle Skeer warned people in Cumbria to continue to obey the guidelines over the long weekend and said
The UK-wide total number of coronavirus deaths has risen by almost 1,000. A total of 938 people throughout the country had died as of 5pm yesterday across the previous 24 hour period. Another 5,492 patients have also tested positive as of this
A West Cumbrian man who was hospitalised due to the coronavirus has spoken out to thank those on the frontline. Tom Gilroy, 68, of Cockermouth, was admitted to the West Cumberland Hospital last month after struggling to manage coronavirus symptoms
A whisky distillery has been named in the top 20 fastest growing privately owned food and beverage businesses in the UK. The Lakes Distillery, at Setmurthy, near Bassenthwaite Lake, has been listed at number 19 in the Alantra Food & Beverage Fast
Holding a raffle to support the NHS – because what better way is there to support our heroes from home? Caring couple Laura Armfield and Kevin Fox are doing their bit for those on the frontline, holding a raffle to support those saving lives.
A Workington couple will use their food van to help feed essential workers tomorrow. Simon Mattinson and his wife Kay, from Sizzling Simon's, have been given money from the fundraising group Martin Clark #helptheheroes nap group to cover all food
A specialist manufacturer has explained how it is balancing the safety of its employees at the same time as carrying out critical work in the fight against coronavirus. James Walker continues to operate at its Cockermouth site as part of the critical
Police in north Cumbria are once again urging people to respect the coronavirus lockdown after a responding to a spate of gatherings yesterday - including a group of campers from Halifax. Cumbria Constabulary were contacted about five separate instances
DIY store Wickes has been forced to open a queue online after huge demand from shoppers. With Easter weekend on the way and the UK in self isolation, shoppers have inundated the site looking for DIY items and it has now been forced to make changes
A further 10 people have died of coronavirus at Cumbria's two NHS hospital trusts. The total number of people to have died at hospitals run by the North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust - which runs the Cumberland Infirmary in Carlisle
The citizens of the Chinese city where the Covid-19 crisis began have been celebrating the end of the dark days with lockdown over. Wuhan resident Tong Zhengkun was one of millions of people enjoying a renewed sense of freedom after two months indoors
Cumbrian companies have been thanked for their response to a call for donations of personal protective equipment for use by health workers. The Local Resilience Forum’s Business and Economic Response and Recovery Group has made the call for firms
A charity that supports elderly people in west Cumbria is handing out colouring books and pencils with their care packages. Age UK West Cumbria are delivering care packages to elderly people in isolation during the Coronavirus pandemic. And teaming-up
Your M&S Foodhalls in Cumbria are open, so you and your community can get the fresh food and essentials you need. Foodhalls are situated in English Street and Kingstown Carlisle, Penrith, Workington, Kendal and Barrow. Up-to-date opening
A gym owner will be distributing free meals to NHS staff and essential workers again this week. Lee Butterworth, who runs Xtreme Fitness at Dobies Business Park Lillyhall, Workington, will be providing packs of seven meals for NHS staff to collect
Maryport has got the blues, but all in a worthy cause. The town council has found a spectacular way to thank everyone who is still working to help deal with the coronavirus pandemic. The council has switched on the blue Christmas lights around
BUSINESSES and the town council have been doing their bit to spread some cheer and thank key workers in these difficult times. On Cockermouth Main Street blue lights have been placed on a tree by the town council, to show their gratitude for hardworking
A TOUCHING response to the coronavirus lockdown has been put together by one very thoughtful group – with the help of sticky-notes. In the spirit of the Post-It Notes' 40th birthday, members of Cumbria's Living Heritage have created 34 notes to
CUMBRIANS have been urged to look out for each other in the face of the Coronavirus pandemic. Crimestoppers, an independent charity, has made the call saying that everyone should be playing a part to keep friends, family and the local community
Emma-Jayne Gooch has been named as chief of staff for Sellafield Limited. Emma-Jayne, who is currently head of supply chain development and innovation, has taken up the secondment role, which will be for around 18 months. She was appointed by
Asian restaurant chain Wagamama has a treat for foodie fans - with online recipes to create in your own kitchen. The company has announced that it will be launching a free video series titled 'Wok from Home' to teach people how to make some of
Spring is well and truly here - and with plenty of time on our hands - now is a great time to dust off the gardening equipment. For those of us who have outdoor space to call your own - be it a garden, an allotment, a balcony, or a porch - there
TWO leading Cumbrian Labour voices have signalled their delight at the results of a party leadership contest. The three-month leadership contest concluded last week with Sir Keir Starmer coming out on top with 56 per cent of the vote, with the former
The current coronavirus lockdown could see more accidental drink-drivers on the UK’s roads - a new study has warned. Drivers are being urged to be careful of early morning runs to the shop after an evening’s drinking, with the warning that they
Department store Debenhams is on the brink of entering administration for the second time in a year, after the coronavirus lockdown forced it to close stores for business. The company has had to shut its 142 locations across the UK and place the
A wine and columnist has moved her popular wine events online for a series of virtual tastings. Rose Murray Brown has started a series of weekly virtual wine tastings, which can be enjoyed no matter where you are in the UK. As the UK
Fresh concerns have been raised over the possibility of contracting coronavirus without displaying symptoms. The 'highly contagous' virus is thought to spread from human to human transmission, via small droplets from the nose or mouth when someone
Staff at health supplement retailer Holland and Barrett are demanding it closes its stores on safety grounds amid the coronavirus outbreak. An online petition said the chain, which has more than 700 shops across the UK, including one in Carlisle
POLITICIANS from across the county have expressed their concern for the Prime Minister, who is in intensive care with a confirmed case of coronavirus. Boris Johnson was on Monday night moved to an intensive care ward at St Thomas’ Hospital in central
Questions remain over the UK's coronavirus strategy in the absence of Boris Johnson who spent a second night in intensive care. The Prime Minister's condition last night remained "stable" as he stayed in St Thomas's for "close monitoring", according
A university is developing new face shield designs that can be mass-produced in minutes to try to maximise the supply of the life-saving equipment for healthcare workers across the UK. A team of engineers at the University of Hull has worked around
Firefighters were called to a cigarette fire in Workington. A crew from the station managed to put the fire out after a woman a caught some paper with her cigarette. They were called just after 1pm yesterday to the home on Laybourn Court, Workington
A WHITEHAVEN celebrant is helping people to find ways to mourn the loss of their loved ones at a time when large gatherings are banned. Valerie Marshall, of Lakes Ceremonies, has put together a list of ideas on how to support each other online
Young people in Cumbria have the chance to get creative and design a brand new t-shirt for two Lake District mascots. Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway and Ullswater Steamers are looking for entrants to a competition to design a t-shirt for their cuddly
A CRISIS cookbook has been created by chefs in Cumbria and further afield to help people in the kitchen. The initial concept came from Ben Glover, the general manager for Holker Hall Courtyard at the popular tourist attraction, near Grange Over
A new helpline and food parcel service to help older people through the coronavirus crisis is proving to be very popular. The two services were launched by Age UK West Cumbria on March 31 and the charity said it has been inundated with calls. But
With holiday plans up in the air, one travel agent is doing its best for customers. Cumbria Travel has promised to be there for its customers, keeping them up-to-date on the latest travel guidance and helping to re-arrange breaks where necessary
A PROJECT to lift people's spirit has been launched by the trust that operates the Cumberland Infirmary and the West Cumberland Hospital. The Walls of Hope are a place where people can share their drawings, paintings, poems and stories. At the
