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  • The reason why hand sanitiser shouldn't be left in your car

    Experts have warned people against leaving hand sanitiser in their cars - especially during warmer weather. The alert comes from Florida Gold Coast University associate professor, Dr Greg Boyce, who told Drivetribe that warm temperatures can cause

  • New observation system for Morecambe Bay Trust

    AN ELECTRONIC observation system which will help to improve patient safety has been rolled out in clinical areas across University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust’s (UHMBT) three main hospital sites. The e-ObservationAngela McNally

  • No more Covid-19 deaths reported in Cumbrian hospitals

    No new deaths from coronavirus were recorded at the three NHS trusts with hospitals in Cumbria. The latest Covid-19 statistics released by NHS England show no more patients were reported to have died at North Cumbria Integrated Care Foundation Trust

  • Mountain rescuer's thanks for support as callouts decreased

    The leaders of the 12 Lake District Mountain Rescue teams have thanked community fell walkers for their continued understanding and support over the past eight weeks. This has seen people stick to low level walks for exercise, keeping mountain rescue

  • Popular Kendal bar and eatery looking for new owners

    A POPULAR Kendal bar and eatery is making preparations for welcoming customers again but may soon be under new ownership. Masons Yard 24, formerly The Mason’s Arms, reopened in 2016 following a £500,000 refurbishment. But the directors of Pipers

  • Table tennis 'Bat and Chat' group vow to make a return

    A TABLE tennis social programme will be relaunched once the coronavirus lockdown is lifted. Kirkby Stephen Table Tennis Club launched the Bat and Chat programme which was designed to allow individuals who have already played table tennis to enjoy

  • Check smoke alarms, says Cumbria fire service

    CUMBRIA fire service has issued tips on fire safety for residents during lockdown. They tweeted a diagram outlining safety tips such as designing a sleeping routine, an escape route plan and regular checks on smoke alarm batteries.

  • Missing woman last seen on Friday located by police

    A WOMAN who went missing last night after being spotted in the river at Kirkby Lonsdale has now been found. Officers received a call shortly before 7.30pm after the woman was seen in the water at Devil’s Bridge. A number of searches were subsequently

  • Women's welfare centre issues message of support

    A SAFETY and anti-abuse hub for women in south Cumbria has issued a message in support of victims of abuse. The welfare centre, based in central Barrow, stressed it is 'still here to support women who are victims of abuse - we believe you'.

  • Springwatch is back - but not as we know it

    Springwatch presenters Chris Packham, Gillian Burke and Iolo Williams tell Gemma Dunn about the unique set-up of the latest series. With a unique season upon us, Springwatch offers up some real comfort viewing as it returns with more inspiring stories

  • 'Village life is like how it used to be'

    BY ANDREW THOMAS This week I wanted to let you know about the amazing community spirit being shown during the coronavirus pandemic in the village of Urswick, which I am fairly sure is also being reflected in other parts of the South Lakeland, Eden

  • Cumbria starts "tracking and tracing" Covid contacts

    THE Cumbrian team leading the county’s fight against coronavirus has launched its own local “test, track and trace” operation in a bid to contain outbreaks. Though currently at an early stage, the operation has been put into action by the Cumbria

  • What you can expect from a coronavirus test

    THOUSANDS of people across the UK have now been tested for coronavirus. Anyone displaying symptoms over the age of five can now apply for a test. After experiencing symptoms of Covid-19, my girlfriend and I decided to self refer for a test.

  • Nearly 100 Cumbria businesses part of new voucher scheme

    AS Cumbria Tourism welcomes the Government’s announcement of a roadmap to the UK’s recovery from Covid-19, the organisation has teamed-up with nearly 100 businesses to create extra incentives for visitors to be welcomed back in the future. While

  • Pre-lockdown swimming success for Ulverston Otters

    AN ULVERSTON swimmer has added the county championship to her already impressive record. Indya Sharp, 17, was part of the Ulverston Otters swimming squad who took part in the Cumbria Age Group Competitions and County Championships before the lockdown