Tens of thousands of marchers crowded the streets in New Zealand’s capital Wellington on Tuesday to oppose a law that would ...

TV and radio presenter Paddy McGuinness has said his “life-changing” charity bike ride for BBC Children In Need showed “who I am off telly” after the fundraising total exceeded £9 million. The Radio 2 ...

AS the festive season draws near, many restaurants are beginning to roll out their Christmas dinner menus and our readers have been sharing their top picks. While many have voiced the charm of ‘home ...

The Labour Government has welcomed Carlisle MP Julie Minns' backing of a campaign to allow pubs to sell local beers and ales.

Windermere Lake Cruises is heading to India this month to promote tourism in the Lake District and Cumbria. The company, known for its cruises on England's longest lake, will be showcasing the Lake ...

Cumbria Community Foundation has run the annual appeal since 2010 to help vulnerable older people meet their heating bills. It says as many as 500 older people die in Cumbria each winter because of ...

Cumberland Council is launching its latest 'Winter Ready' campaign to help residents and businesses prepare for the cold months. The initiative aims to provide resources and guidance to ensure ...

The Whitehaven Solway Sea Shanty Crew was formed by David Bainbridge. He decided to set up the group due to his love of music and has already sparked some local interest. Mr Bainbridge said: "I've ...

A FORMER pub licensee in Aspatria died in a care home after a biopsy to investigate a tumour in her brain ‘went wrong’, an inquest has heard.

A COMPANY that provides residential care for children with ‘complex needs’ has been given the go-ahead by planners to change the use of a ...

The Houston Texans strengthened their playoff hopes as they eased to a 34-10 win over the ailing Dallas Cowboys. The win gives the 7-4 Texans a two-game cushion at the top of the AFC South, while the ...

Dog owners across the country are being warned about the danger of antifreeze poisoning as temperatures drop. Dogs Trust Cumbria has issued the alert, stating that even small amounts of ethylene ...