A PUBLIC panel that helps influence improvements in the North West Ambulance Service has moved into a new digital sphere. The North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) Trust has changed the way it communicates with members of its Patient and Public
It's that time of the week again, where we say a big hello to your littlest additions to the Cumbrian community! We always love sharing pictures of your tiny tots, and want to help spread the happy word of your new arrivals across the county.
A warning has been issued to drug dealers to be extra cautious when consuming illicit substances. Cumbria Police are worried that increased boredom, anxiety and a disruption to regular routine due to Covid-19 could lead to erratic drugs use, resulting
Businesses and some charities in Allerdale that have not been able to benefit from any of the previous coronavirus financial schemes, may now be eligible for a new grant. Allerdale Borough Council’s discretionary grant scheme has opened for a second
TWO new booklets are for sale, focusing on Cockermouth. The town’s civic trust has produced Discover Cockermouth’s Hidden Places and Nature in Cockermouth, both with photographs. Hidden Places takes people on a five-mile circular walk around
An investigation has been launched after a window was smashed with a TV in Raffles. Officers were called to Brookside, in Carlisle at about 2pm on Wednesday. A police spokesman said: “A young male in dark clothing was seen in the area at the
Arts venues across Cumbria have welcomed the Government's £1.5bn support package - though some are concerned over longer-tern uncertainties facing theatres and other establishments. The support package, announced by the Government on Sunday, will
FOUR not-for-profit organisations will receive funding from a Cockermouth community fund. Seven groups applied for grants from the Metalcraft Cockermouth Community Fund, which meets twice a year and donates a total of £500 each time. The successful
The success of Cumbria police’s online surgeries around domestic and child abuse has been recognised by the Government, as the force seeks to connect with victims amid a rise in domestic abuse during lockdown. The force has been holding regular
While many businesses re-opening is good news for many, owners are being reminded to protect customers and staff from fire hazards. Cumbria County Council's Fire and Rescue Service has issued the plea, encouraging business owners to keep fire doors
“ALCOHOL and social distancing do not mix”. That was thoughts of one pub landlord forced to repeatedly remind customers to adhere to social distancing rules. As lockdown restrictions were eased on July 4, pubs were allowed to reopen. However, on
A new online learning initiative for UK schools to use during lockdown has been trialled in Cumbria ahead of its launch. The online model was developed by Canon and Cumbrian charity the Ideas Foundation and ran in five schools; Solway, Beacon Hill
Cumbria Constabulary are celebrating after achieving national recognition for its work in supporting the wellbeing of its staff. The Oscar Kilo national awards were created to recognised the work that has been done - and continues to be done - in
Cumbria Police is encouraging anyone who feels like they are struggling to cope to turn to one of the many organisations in the county that can help. The force is urging anyone who needs someone to talk to to head to the North East and North Cumbria
A COCKERMOUTH woman who set off last August to run from her home to Mongolia – to raise awareness of the climate crisis – will soon be on the move again. Rosie Watson has been in lockdown in Albania since March. She will set off again on Monday.
Cleator Moor has been declared the sixth most affordable place in the UK to buy a house. Zoopla, which provides information online on UK properties, has compiled a list of the top 20 budget-friendly locations for people to buy a home. Cleator
What do the stars hold for you this Monday? Astrologer Russell Grant reveals all... ARIES (March21st-April20th) Apologise if you've said or done anything wrong. It's never too late to say you are sorry. Once you've admitted your mistake, move
CUMBRIA police will once again hold a domestic violence surgery today. The force has again been joined by partner agencies in answering any questions that you may have relating to domestic abuse and child exploitation via their Facebook and Instagram
A COUPLE have been kicked out of their home by a judge, after police said it was a source of drug-fuelled anti-social behaviour. Josh Thwaites, who lives at the house in Milburn Street with his partner Kelly Bonner, 29, told a court there had been
A West Cumbrian theatre school is to do an online summer school this year. Razzamataz West Cumbria has announced that the schools will take place electronically from August 10 to 14 and August 17 to 21. Principal Matty Aitchison-Rayson said:
MOUNTAIN rescuers and the coastguard helicopter were called to action after a lone male unable to move and very frightened called for help. Wasdale Mountain Rescue received the call at about 9pm on Thursday after a lone male with severe cramp, unable
Paramedics who serve Cumbria have been rated outstanding for their responsiveness by inspectors. Emergency and urgent care was one of two areas of the North West Ambulance Service Trust (NWAS) inspected by the Care Quality Commission in February
Cumbria’s health bosses are preparing for a second wave of the coronavirus pandemic – and have a plan in place in case a local lockdown is required. Public health consultant Matt Saunders told a meeting of Cumbria County Council’s health and wellbeing
Police officers were called to a superstore following reports of an alleged assault outside the property. Cumbria police were called at about 7.45pm last Wednesday to the report of an incident of assault outside the Tesco on New Bridge Road, Workington
The next drive through mobile covid testing dates in Cumbria are available on the following dates. In Carlisle the units will be at Brunton Park on July 14 and 15, July 21 and 22 and July 28 and 29 July. In Egremont the testing unit will be at
