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  • Group shares history of market

    COCKERMOUTH Civic Trust has produced and distributed a leaflet about the town's market history. The town recently celebrated the 800th anniversary of its first Royal Market Charter from King Henry III. Trust chairman Phil Campbell said that

  • Small village shop makes big impact in the community

    Lee Smith and Arwen Heaton have gone to incredible lengths in the five years since they opened Lorton Village Shop. Otherwise known as 'The Shed with a View' the shop reflects Lee and Arwen’s ethical and environmental priorities, they stock groceries

  • Holiday camps give youngsters a sporting chance

    The founder of a organisation which provides sports camps for youngsters throughout the school holidays has rolled out a programme of activities for the summer. Chris Wright set up Chance Camp in Cockermouth to support the physical development of

  • 'Over the moon' Third-time lucky for couple's wedding plans

    A couple from Whitehaven have tied the knot in a beautifully traditional wedding ceremony. Gayle and Michael Telford had their ceremony at St Leonard's in the small town of Cleator, near the cricket club and were married by Reverend Nicki Pennington

  • A Disney dream come true for young performer

    A young performer says he is "living his dream" after being snapped up by Disney. Christian Nowak from Workington has landed his dream job with the entertainment giant, after beating off competition from thousands of other hopefuls. The 26-