A COMMUNITY group from Workington have been left devastated after being removed from their base by Castle and Coasts Housing Association. The Frostam’s Friends and Family Group who are based at the Moorbank’s office on Annie Pit found that the
The pub saved from closure by determined residents will have a grand re-opening next month. The Lowther Arms in the tiny village of Mawbray will be opened on Saturday, June 26, two-and-a-half years after it shut down after residents succeeded in
A fire has ripped through a family-run business's building. Firefighters from four stations assembled to battle the huge blaze that started to spread at Robinson Car and Commercial in Silloth as crews were called just after 7pm on Thursday night
A FAMOUS face dropped in on care home residents to lead them in an exercise routine. Staff and residents at Newlands in Workington were treated to an armchair workout courtesy of the so-called Green Goddess, Diana Moran. Diana rose to fame as
A TRUE town star has passed away, but her dedication, care and stunning outfits will never be forgotten. Branthwaite's beloved Christina Jeanne Harrison, known by all as Jeanne, sadly passed away on April 24, with her funeral held at St Oswald's
TIMES are hard for gyms as Coronavirus restrictions take their toll on footfall but one owner is thankful for the support he has received from the public. Lee Butterworth, owner of Xtreme Fitness in Workington has expanded his business thanks to
As Apple TV+ comedy Trying returns for a second series, Danielle de Wolfe speaks with stars Rafe Spall and Esther Smith to discover more. Social media's ability to permeate every part of our lives means we are comparing ourselves to others - and
The Prime Minister warned that the Indian coronavirus variant could “pose a serious disruption” to plans to ease restrictions and “could make it more difficult” to end them as hoped in June. The Prime Minister told the Downing Street press conference
The flag outside the Maryport Navy Club flew at half mast this week to mark the passing of a former Marine and the chairman of the local branch of the Royal Naval Association for over 40 years. Brian Mossom, 82, served in the Royal Marines for
A PHONE used by one of the six people accused of murdering Carlisle man Lee McKnight sent a series of late-night messages to his girlfriend, at one point telling her: “Not my fault.” That message – sent in the early hours of July 24 last year –
COCKERMOUTH mayor Julie Laidlow may soon be handing over her chain of office but that will not stop her tirelessly supporting her community. Julie is Cockermouth born and bred and there is no doubt how much she loves her town. The feeling appears
A SUCCESSFUL young racing star is making moves in the British Karting Championships after success on the Cumbrian scene. After competing in the Cumbria Kart Racing Club Championship at Rowrah, Levi Earl, 13, of Workington has made the move to the
