Last week, Cumbria Police took more than £30,000 worth of drugs off our streets, alongside large quantities of cash seized as part of ongoing work to target drug dealing and organised crime.

A secondary school in Alston has welcomed a positive Ofsted inspection report which highlights its inclusive culture, strong safeguarding arrangements and ongoing journey of improvement.

NV Beauty Lounge & Makeup Studio has been named a finalist in the News and Star's Best Beauty Salon Awards 2026.

Carlisle United announce reduced FA Cup ticket prices and stand closures for Tamworth tie at Brunton Park on October 17.

Guides emerged from the wider Girl Guide movement, which was established in 1909 after girls demanded their own organisation at a Scout rally held by Robert Baden-Powell.

M6 driver Lucifer Morningstar blamed screaming children and a medical emergency for doing 59mph in 40mph roadworks near Penrith. He was fined £368.

Explore four detached homes for sale in Penrith and Carleton, including period properties, modern family houses and multi-generational living options.

Hundith Hill Hotel near Cockermouth is on the market for £1.6m, offering 27 en-suite bedrooms, Lake District views and an established hospitality business.

A Carlisle tailor has received an official visit from one of His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenants as the business was presented with a prestigious King's Award for Enterprise.

Ford Racing has announced it will return to the FIA World Rally Championship as a full factory team from 2028, with Dovenby-based M-Sport chosen to lead the programme in a move expected to support ...

A councillor has been appointed patron of Cumbria Cerebral Palsy and says he is "incredibly proud" to take on the role.

Carlisle councillor Brian Wernham urges Cumberland Council to review St Cuthbert’s Garden Village underpasses after a teenage girl’s sexual assault in Carlisle.