A nine-year-old fundraiser is preparing to tackle a triathlon challenge alongside Esther Ghey, mother of murdered trans ...

Jonny Huntington, who had a stroke in 2014, is aiming to become the first disabled person to succeed in the challenge.

Leading emergency doctors have sounded the alarm over a popular toy which could be given to children over Christmas. The ...

With darker evenings and unpredictable weather, Cumbria police urged cyclists to take extra precautions to stay safe on the roads this winter. They shared a series of vital safety tips, starting with ...

A Carlisle charity that supports adults and children with learning disabilities is promoting independence this Christmas. Carlisle Mencap, which is a locally managed and funded charity that is based ...

THE SPOTLIGHT is ready to shine on local talent as Carlisle's Old Fire Station has announced a 'Battle of the Bands'. The venue is inviting bands from Cumbria and south-west Scotland to compete for a ...

A national community of runners, roamers and riders are working alongside a new Cumbrian business to help make the region's trails cleaner and connect people with nature. Trash Free Trails is a ...

RUNNERS at Carlisle Parkrun are gearing up to take part in the traditional Christmas Day run. As Carlisle Parkrun heads for its 11th anniversary after being set up in 2014, runners from across the ...

This generous aid delivery is part of the ongoing efforts of Cumbria Aid Ukraine, a charity spearheaded by the team behind The Pot Place garden centre in Plumpton. The supplies, including generators, ...

CUMBERLAND Council’s opposition leaders are taking the opportunity to wish residents a very happy Christmas and enjoy the festive season. Councillor Mike Johnson (Thursby, Conservative), the leader of ...

OVER £3.2m is being invested renovating 20 historic barns across the Lake District. Barns in locations all over the national park are having repairs funded by a combination of £2.6m from Defra and ...

CUMBRIA'S passion for sport has been praised by a full fibre broadband company, which has provided financial support to dozens of grassroots sports clubs in the county. This autumn, Fibrus was ...