A legendary EastEnders character is returning to the popular BBC soap opera after 11 years. Nicholas Bailey, who has reprised his role as Doctor Anthony Trueman, was last seen on the programme all the ...

Yvette Cooper said the new tools will enable the criminal justice system to “close the gap” between terror suspects, who can be jailed for life for planning attacks, and individuals not driven by a ...

A second home owner has warned that Westmorland and Furness Council’s decision to double council tax on additional properties is having consequences for the local economy. Rob Nicholls, who has ...

COUNCILLORS could have offered support over the proposed closure of a west Cumbrian hospital ward if they had been “kept in the loop”, it ...

A Cumbrian historian has released a landmark book detailing the lives of the 213 men named on the Millom War Memorial in a project that has taken years to research and compile. Bry Cooper, a local ...

A five-bedroom home with period charm and modern comfort is up for sale in St Bees for £385,000. Located on Main Street, Wasdale House is described as a 'rare blend of timeless period charm and modern ...

A MAN with white powder on his face told police he was addicted to ketamine after being reported for having the drug in supported accommodation.

PLANS to build six holiday lodges at a popular north Cumbrian beauty spot have been met with objections by local residents.

A WHITEHAVEN window cleaner with ‘the greatest sense of humour’ died after being crushed against a shop wall by his vehicle, an inquest ...

A HISTORIC Lake District pub, which is said to be the highest in Cumbria, will be opened as a boutique hotel in the coming weeks.

A new campaign is urging people to create wild patches for hedgehogs. The 'Go WILD for Hedgehogs' campaign, initiated by Hedgehog Street, aims to provide hedgehogs with much-needed natural food and ...

Young pupils have raised more than £9,000 for charity. The primary school pupils turned business champions took part in the Bright Stars competition organised by the Centre for Leadership Performance, ...