Actors Bill Nighy (Love Actually, Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest) and David Schneider (Mission Impossible, Gimme Gimme Gimme) are helping spread the RSPCA's message that fireworks cause distress to animals. In a new radio advertisement, David
A BOWNESS charity shop is desperately seeking more volunteers in a bid to stop it from closing. The Oxfam shop at Quarry Rigg say that the shop is close to crisis point because of a severe lack of volunteer staff to cover the shifts. Jenny Regan
Stephen Powell is today announced as Creative Director for London 2012 Handover Ceremonies, staged as part of the Beijing 2008 Closing Ceremonies. Stephen is Creative Director at Lanternhouse International, the Cumbria based live arts performance
A CAMPAIGN for a reduced speed limit by residents of a Furness village has been successful as county councillors this week imposed a restriction on the A595 at Foxfield. Members of the South Lakeland area committee agreed the speed limit should be brought
A controversial decision over whether to grant permission for plans to build a family entertainment centre underneath a block of flats in Kendal town centre has been deferred. Members of South Lakeland District Council's planning committee voted today
A HALF-hour cruise aboard an Ullswater Steamer while being serenaded by a virtuoso guitarist is surely one of the most original means of transporting competitors to the start of any race in the UK running calendar. Taking place on Saturday the event
The Historical Conquests of Josh Ritter: Josh Ritter (V2 Records). Josh Ritter's fourth album sees the Idaho singer-songwriter making big steps forward. There's a confidence and swagger here, which suggests he has his sights on greater commercial success
The Boy In The Sailor Suit: Dave Cousins & The Blue Angel Orchestra (Witchwood Media). Dave Cousins, best known as the lead singer of The Strawbs, who scored hits in the 1970s with Lay Down and Part Of The Union, has been on the road a lot in recent
ROAD safety continues to be a major concern of the Burton-in-Lonsdale Parish Council, as highlighted in its July report. The Craven District Council Area Forum Meeting of September 12 provided an opportunity for local residents to air their opinions
Here are the best mountains you can climb to earn your perfect post-walk pint says Trail magazine's Claire Maxted. We stole your best post-walk beer ideas from the Trail forum and whispered them into the ears of the brewers at Great Gable Brewing
A renewable energy business in Lancaster is to take on new staff thanks to free help and advice from Lancaster University. Alian Energy on the Lune Industrial Estate sources and installs environmentally friendly products such as low energy light bulbs
RAIDERS have stolen a quantity of jewellery from a shop in Bowness this morning. The offenders forced their way into George Banks jewellery store at around 4.55am before making their escape. The value of the haul has not yet been confirmed. Police
A BULL had to be shot dead after fleeing from Ulverston Auction Mart and running along a street on Tuesday. Police were called after the animal had escaped at about 10.45am before being cornered in a playing field, close to a children's nursery on Lund
MORE than 40 powerboat enthusiasts from around Britain are setting their sights on breaking national and world water speed records on Coniston Water next week. They will be revving up to take part in the Coniston Powerboat Records Week, which is the
AFTER the disappointment of a narrow FA Cup defeat by Altrincham last weekend, and dropping UniBond League points to Gateshead midweek, Kendal Town must pick themselves up for two cup games in four days. Saturday they are away to Sheffield FC in the
REMEMBER, remember, the 5th of November is the rallying cry for one of Britain's most notable' nationwide celebrations. But not everyone knows why bonfires rage across the country and although the name Guy Fawkes may be familiar, the details of his exact
POEM and a Pint will be on the literary road again with the second gig of its new season. Saturday, November 10 (7.30pm), sees two prize-winning poets from Lancashire, who combine writing with the visual arts, in the spotlight at the village hall, Greenodd
POLICE are appealing for information following the theft of lead from two buildings in Grasmere. The first incident, which took place at sometime between 10pm on Friday October 26 and 10am on Monday October 29, saw eight 7ft by 3ft sheets of lead taken
POLICE are appealing for information following the theft of lead from two buildings in Grasmere. The first incident, which took place at sometime between 10pm on Friday October 26 and 10am on Monday October 29, saw eight 7ft by 3ft sheets of lead taken
There have now been 999 posts to this web site's Forums section, which was launched in March this year. The Forums section contains numerous headings, including a thriving news section, different towns and villages, affordable homes, green issues, sport
Blood Beast by Darren Shan (Harper Collins). Fans of Darren Shan's books know they are laced with excitement, horror and gore. His phenomenonally successful Demonata series, which began with Lord Loss and continued through Demon Thief, Slawter and
Wool hasn't been the hottest topic of discussion among sheep farmers this autumn, but a flock owner from Kendal, Cumbria remains committed to maintaining a keen eye on fleece quality. While he would welcome a higher return for his wool he believes
Two special meetings for farmers and advisers in South Cumbria and North Lancashire will be held on Tuesday 6 November at the Westmorland County Agricultural Showground Lane Farm, Crooklands. The half day meetings, one commencing at 10.15 with the
A scheme to improve safety on the River Crake Bridge on the A590 near Greenodd, Cumbria, will start on Monday 5 November. The project will see a new drainage system installed that will help cut down on the amount of surface water on the road and reduce
