AN MP has accused the Government of ‘dragging its feet’ over plans to create a passing loop on a busy train line in the Lakes. Currently, Cumbria County Council is developing a feasibility study into building a passing loop on the Lakes Line near
POLICE have received reports from residents that a road in their village has become a ‘meeting place’ for anti-social behaviour. According to Cumbria Police, residents have reported that the Helsington/Brigsteer Moss Road, in Brigsteer, has become
IN their latest fixture, Netherfield claimed their second big victory in the league over the weekend. Netherfield made it two wins from two in the league after they defeated newly promoted Vernon Carus by four wickets on Saturday. Matt Jacksons
Half of Ukrainian refugees accepted to stay with hosts in South Lakeland have not yet reached the UK, new figures show. The Ukraine Sponsorship Scheme, also known as Homes for Ukraine, allows citizens to volunteer to house refugees fleeing the
A CLEANING service has won big after attending a prestigious regional awards ceremony. New Brooms Cleaning Services celebrates success at The North West Family Business Awards New Brooms joined over sixty family business finalists from across
Newsquest Cumbria has today announced the finalists for the Pride of Cumbria awards. The community group category is about a charity or local interest team that has done important work in their local area. The groups are nominated and then
A FOUR bedroom ‘hidden gem’ offering views across Kendal, Shap fells and Morecambe Bay is on the market for £1,250,000. Rysedale, in Burton Road, is surrounded by 1.3 acres of landscaped gardens, paddocks and has ‘ample’ parking with a double garage
MEET the newest additions to the South Lakes and Cumbrian community. Here we want to celebrate with you as new life comes into the world. Life is precious and we hope to share the joy you feel with our readers, and help you make such a joyous
RESIDENTS have called for action to be taken on a ‘dangerous’ section of road in Kendal. Concerns, including pedestrian safety and speeding HGVs, have been raised about the junction at Queen’s Road, Windermere Road and Green Road. Laura Miller
Cumbria Wildlife Trust celebrate world bee day through re-wilding the Lakes. A project manager for Cumbria Wildlife Trust, Tanya St. Pierre said: "We are working with businesses and landowners to rewild parts of the Lake District to help with
The Leader of the Council has called a proposal to the government over moving pension rise forward "a good idea." Mr. Stuart Young was responding to a plan put forward by charity Stepchange. "People are experiencing the cost increases now
A FAULTY x-ray machine caused a patient to be exposed to 47 times more radiation during a scan. The incident was among among a host of issues related to estates recorded at Westmorland General Hospital. Hundreds of clinical service incidents
MULTI-award-winning comedian Mark Watson will be appearing at Kendal’s Brewery Arts Centre as part of his ‘This Can’t Be It’ tour. Known for appearing on Live at the Apollo and Taskmaster, Mark will be performing on June 2 as part of his new tour
A science engagement group that works with children in South Cumbria wants more girls to go into STEM. UlverSTEM released a statement today: "Our vision is to ensure that all STEM subjects are as inclusive and interesting as possible to boys
