Reports of very slow traffic on the A590 due to an earlier accident. Three cars involved in collision near Gilpin Bridge junction on A590 Westbound from A6 (Levens Hall) to A5704. All lanes have now been reopened, traffic is easing after accident
Our guide to all the soap action, week beginning Saturday, July 4 Desperate Times, Desperate Measures Coronation Street (ITV) Geoff is a man who likes to be in control - and it's currently slipping away from him, which means he's about to
SOUTH Lakes MP calls for major investment in green jobs, homes and transport in Cumbria during debate in Parliament. On the floor of the House of Commons this week, Tim Farron urged the Government to invest in green infrastructure and jobs in Cumbria
TOP risk security and counter terrorism experts will be leading the UK’s first event crisis management courses of their kind at University of Cumbria. Against a backdrop of the country emerging from lockdown and widespread concern over protection
The Brewery Arts Centre has revealed plans on how they will reopen to the public. Last Friday the centre, which has been a part of the Kendal community for over 40 years, revealed they would be reopening in September. “We’ll be doing our best
A SKETCH owned by a legendary Lake District figure has been sold for a record-breaking price. A drawing by fell-walking legend Alfred Wainwright was sold at auction for an incredible £10,200 this weekend. The sketch of Striding Edge, Helvellyn
AS WE pass the halfway point in the year, it seems sensible to reflect on the year so far. Once again, the rural and agricultural communities have shown their resilience to carry on during unprecedented times. While I know that we are all hopeful that
LAST week’s picture - above - shows the Aynam Road side of Jenning’s Bridge, is a drinking fountain dated 1857, which is believed to be the same fountain that was situated in the old Fish Market at the top of Finkle Street. Jenning’s Bridge was originally
SHEARING, or clipping as it is called locally, is an extended family affair at Low Sizergh Farm, near Kendal. Richard Parks son, Matthew is the family’s nominated shearer and they share the work with Richard’s brother-in-law. His purposed-built
THE coronavirus crisis has led to financial hardship for a great many people across the UK. However, work here at the RAF Benevolent Fund hasn’t stopped. In fact, we have awarded more than £1.5m in individual grants since lockdown measures were
TAUT thriller The Secrets She Keeps offers up great escapist drama, says its stars. But it tackles wider societal issues too, as Gemma Dunn finds out Laura Carmichael had been looking for a challenge – and she certainly found it in BBC One drama
Day by day – our pick of the TV viewing for the coming week. Saturday – Alan Carr's Epic Gameshow (ITV, 7.30pm) The comedian concludes his run of revivals of classic game shows with a round of Bullseye. Will the hoard of prizes include the original
SERIES two of coming-of-age thriller Hanna is emotional and action-packed. Georgia Humphreys chats to creator David Farr, and his stellar cast. When David Farr wrote action thriller Hanna, he had his two daughters in mind. "It was with this feeling
A coroner has been asked to consider why a fire broke out in the engine of a BMW police car which crashed on the M6 near Carlisle, killing the popular officer. PC Nick Dumphreys, 47, died on January 26 after his car crashed on the motorway between
THE Lake District, Cumbria’s most popular “paid-for” attraction will resume cruises on Windermere tomorrow, with the new, “We’re good to go” seal of approval certificate from VisitEngland. Windermere Lake Cruises catered for 1.63 million passenger
‘We’re good to go’. That was the message from Cumbria Tourism as they embark on countywide tour promoting the county’s economic recovery. More than 20 businesses will receive a visit from the organisation as well as MPs, including Simon Fell
TWO Kendal men completed a charity challenge in aid of The Firefighters Charity. Fireman Jordan Dorrington and his cousin Ross Dorrington ran a marathon around Lancashire and raised nearly £1,000. The two ran the 26.2 miles starting from Heysham
A NEW e-cigarette shop has landed in Ulverston. WOW Vape & CBD has opened its doors on King Street, offering a range of e-cigarettes and CBD oil. The shop is branching out from its other location in Dalton which has been open for the past seven
By the pricking of my thumbs something pleasant this way comes - by way of South Lakes Talking Newspaper. The Volunteers of this superb charity every Thursday get a free early edition of this newspaper, do some editing of the main items then record
VOLUNTEERS have been encouraged to go nuts to help return endangered red squirrels to the forests and woods of Furness. No red bushy-tailed rodents are known to be living in the Furness area but a campaigner wants to change that. The red squirrel
PRIME Minister Boris Johnson has been urged to intervene over controversial plans to protect hundreds of homes and businesses in Kendal from flooding. Members of the Kendal Conservatives group have written to Mr Johnson, environment secretary George
Cumbria Police is urging any male victim of domestic abuse to recognise that they are not alone, and to come forward to seek help. The constabulary is keen to ensure that men recognise that domestic abuse can be suffered by both men and women, and
Unseen letters, revealing how Beatrix Potter desired to help her local community, have been bought at auction. The Beatrix Potter Society, which aims to promote the study and appreciation of the life and works of Beatrix Potter, bought the three
CRICKET clubs are preparing for their chance to relaunch the season after three months of lockdown due to Covid. The Westmorland Cricket League continue to prepare for the season after announcing their plans to start their campaign on either Saturday
Talking loudly to myself while marching up and down in front of an enclosure of curious meerkat is probably one of my more questionable activities this wholly strange year. But rather than me finally losing all grip on reality, it’s actually a positive
A yellow wind warning has been issued for the whole of Cumbria as the Met Office predicts 50-60 mph gusts. The forecaster has issued a yellow warning - the lowest level of alert - for Sunday. It says: "An area of low pressure is expected to develop
Adventure attractions Treetop Trek and Treetop Nest located at Brockhole, The Lake District Visitor Centre, will re-open to visitors from this Saturday, July 4. Recently Treetop Trek joined other outdoor-based attractions at a special webinar hosted
A MULTI Michelin star chef has revealed when his South Lakes restaurants will reopen to the public. Simon Rogan’s restaurants in Cartmel, L’Enclume and Rogan & Co, will reopen on Saturday while Henrock, based at Linthwaite House in Windermere,
AS THE BIG day approaches, various south Cumbrian pubs have announced whether they will be opening their doors this weekend. Westmorland Camra Real Ale Pubs has seen differing responses from establishments, with some public houses and bars opening
THE Cotswold Outdoor retailer has announced the reopening of its Ambleside store. Cotswold Outdoor, Snow+Rock and Runners Need say they will also launch an in-store appointment service to coincide with the reopening of the stores. The retailer
MANDATORY MOT tests will once again be required from August 1. In light of the Covid-19 outbreak, drivers were granted a six month exemption from MOT testing in March. Now the Government is slowly lifting its Covid-19-related restrictions, any
A MAN was banned from the road for 25 months after being convicted of drink driving on the A590. David Jamie Moore, 31, of North Lonsdale Road in Ulverston, pleaded guilty when he faced South Cumbria Magistrates' Court. He was said to have had
ON the floor of the House of Commons this week, South Lakes MP Tim Farron urged the Government to support directors of small limited companies and the recently self-employed, who he argues are missing out on financial aid. Next week the Chancellor
Rainfall at Honister Pass last Sunday is provisional UK June daily record says Met Office. 212.8mm of rain was recorded between 10am Sunday and 10am Monday at Honister Pass, Cumbria, via an Environment Agency rain gauge.
A HORRIFYING attack on a sheep which left its face partially ripped off and the open wounds infested with maggots has led to renewed calls for dog owners to keep their pets on leads. When Jonathan Benson discovered his sheep, which had been grazing
Center Parcs has announced all its UK villages, including Whinfell Forest in Cumbria, will reopen from July 13. The announcement comes after all five villages closed their doors on March 20 in response to the global coronavirus pandemic. In line
I read with dismay the article by Dr Macaulay in the Gazette dated May 8 about DNACPRs (Do Not Attempt Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation). As a North West Ambulance Service community first responder I am irritated by his negative attitude to CPR.
