A HAT-TRICK from Richard O'Keefe was the highlight as Sun Inn got the better of their Workington Sunday Football League rivals Grapes AFC at the weekend. In the premier division clash, Sun Inn recorded a 6-2 victory with the remaining goals shared
Celebrating the efforts and successes of people in the community is a staple for local newspapers and this month 15 years ago was no exception. Among the many stories featured in the local news were the results of an Aspatria Town Council competition
A COCKERMOUTH man was banned after he was caught driving with cocaine in his system. Adrian Lee Wilson, 35, of Dale View, pleaded guilty to the offence when he appeared at the magistrates' court in Workington on Tuesday. The court heard that
A FLIMBY woman was fined after she drove without a valid licence. Angel Michelle Herbert, 49, of Chapel Street, admitted the offence when she appeared at the magistrates' court in Workington on Tuesday. The court heard that on May 14 she drove
The England Illegal Money Lending Team (IMLT) have launched a new smartphone app to make it quicker and easier for people to report loan sharks and access support services. The Stop Loan Sharks app, which launched yesterday, includes a contact form
A FILM which was predominantly filmed in the Lake District has released its trailer - and is coming to cinemas soon. Supernova stars Oscar winner Colin Firth and American actor Stanley Tucci spent six weeks, starting from September last year, filming
Sending a malicious message landed a Workington teenager with a curfew order. Rachel Orme, 19, of Bolton Street, appeared at West Cumbria Magistrates Court in the town on Monday. The court heard that she had sent a false electronic message
Seaton Scouts Group has received a boost towards refurbishment of its headquarters from the village's parish council. At a meeting on Monday, the parish council agreed to provide the Scouts with £1,000. Work at the site is currently on hold with
Heroic officers have been nominated for a national award after plunging into the sea to rescue two stranded youngsters. Workington man, PC Colin Dunne, and PC Alun Masters, from Kendal Division, jumped to action back in 2018 when reports came in
BUSINESS owners who took part in the Eat Out to Help Out scheme are being encouraged to claim the funds that they are entitled to. The UK Government is accepting weekly claims from businesses who participated in the Eat Out to Help Out Scheme until
THE FIRE service has issued a warning to the public on the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning. The poisonous gas is produced by the incomplete burning of natural gas and liquefied petroleum. This occurs in gas appliances that are poorly fitted
WEEKLY climate strikes will be restarting in Cockermouth tomorrow. They will be organised by Lou Rodger, 17, whose sister Clare and friend Isabella Bridgman previously ran them. Lou, who recently started an arts course at Lakes College, will
The Chancellor of the Exchequer has revealed plans to support "viable jobs" for the next six months. Speaking in the House of Commons, Rishi Sunak has outlined the Government's Jobs Support Scheme. The Chancellor announced that the furlough scheme
New homes have been given the go-ahead, despite neighbour’s concerns that their privacy will be ruined by the build. Developers have been given permission to build a further two houses next to Overcroft Farm, Greysouthen, next to the recently completed
Failing to stick to the terms of a court order has left a Workington man with a curfew. Scott Motum, 25, of Cusack Crescent, appeared at West Cumbria Magistrates Court and admitted failing to attend appointments and failing to keep in touch with
A festival marking the life of a popular resident has been given a £2,000 boost. Maryport Town Council’s finance committee agreed to a grant to mark the life of miner, artist and rock limber Bill Peascod. The Settlement on Castle Hill in Maryport
West Cumberland Orienteering Club continued their urban sprints with an event in Maryport. On the long 4.1km course, Jamie Rennie won in 24:22 with Sam Stead just behind in 24:40 and Charlie Rennie third in 24:59. In the women’s competition Helen
Two pages for agenda Headline: Helping give youngsters a Kickstart Subhead: Cumbrian firms come forward to be part of Government youth employment scheme Cumbrian firms have been praised for their “staggering” response to a scheme that will
A RECENT announcement sees a number of products in Morrisons stores limited to a certain number at a time. A Morrisons spokesperson said: "We are introducing a limit on a small number of key products, such as toilet roll and disinfectant. "
Stockley's is recalling one of its products because they contain an undeclared product that is not mentioned on the label. The Fruit Sherbets contain milk which means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance
TRIBUTES have been paid to a popular police officer. Andrea Buggy died last week at the age of 39. She was a Detective Constable working in west Cumbria. Chief Constable Michelle Skeer said: “The sudden death of Detective Constable Andrea
BUSINESSES are urged to take part in the NHS Track and Trace service which is now mandatory and they are asked to be ready for the roll-out of a Covid-19 advice app. Allerdale Borough Council has joined public health partners in urging businesses
WORKINGTON fire crew was called out to three small fires overnight. They dealt with two wheelie bin fires and a rubbish one near Grasmere and Wastwater Avenue and Oldside. One appliance was involved.
A ROAD near Wigton is partially blocked following an accident involving two vehicles. The A596 at Waverton is partially blocked both ways with heavy traffic due to recovery work. Two vehicles were involved in the accident between the B5302 and
A member of admin staff from a GP practice in West Cumbria has tested positive for Covid-19. James Street Group Practice, Workington confirmed yesterday that the member of admin staff has tested positive and as a result the rest of the admin team
A domestic abuse charity has revealed a stark rise in calls since lockdown after figures showed assault victims were treated in north Cumbrian hospitals more than once a week last year. NHS figures show that doctors at North Cumbria Integrated Care
Strong running forward Conor Fitzsimmons will continue to bolster the Workington Town pack after agreeing a new deal with the club. Fitzsimmons, a former Seaton amateur, is sticking to his roots as he signed a new deal with his hometown club.
Parton Sea Angling Club's latest competition on Sunday was won by Paul Underwood. Underwood's dogfish and gurnad for 1lb 8½oz earned him victory with the heaviest bag in the rover competition, which was fished up to high water in an easterly wind
Senior politicians in Cumbria will today address the "extremely challenging" financial situation faced by the county's top tier authority. Cumbria County Council's cabinet will be meeting today, with one issue set for discussion being the financial
The mum of a West Cumbrian rugby player that died from cancer will appear on a BBC TV programme. Sue Addyman, who lives near Workington, had her life turned upside down in November when her 23-year-old son died of Osteosarcoma, a form of bone cancer
TWO goals in added time sent Workington Reds tumbling out of the FA Cup at Radcliffe on Tuesday night. Danny Grainger’s side had gone 3-1 ahead on 66 minutes after dominating the first qualifying tie for long periods. Then two enforced substitutions
A Workington man has been ordered to do 140 hours of community work after he admitted a public order offence. Shaun Murray, 39, of Grasmere Avenue, appeared at West Cumbria Magistrates Court in the town and admitted using threatening, abusive or
A GRATEFUL mother has faced her fear, raising funds for a mountain rescue service for which her son volunteers. Pauline Minor tackled her fear of snakes at Lake District Wildlife Park in Keswick to raise money for Wasdale Mountain Rescue. The
TOWN councillors have decided that Cockermouth will not take part in a Dark Skies Project. The Cumbria Dark Skies Project, which celebrates dark skies and highlights the impact of light pollution, is running a Lighting Audit and Action Plan (LAAP
Workington Academy has put up information on their social media about everything young people and their parents need to know about the 2021 admissions for year 7s. They held a virtual open evening to show their facilities, the learning environment
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