Retail sales volumes were up 1.2% in April 2025, following a rise of 0.1% in March 2025 (revised down from 0.4%). April’s retail sales growth surpassed expectations, with analysts having predicted a 0 ...

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Energy bills will fall by xxx, as Ofgem announced a decrease to the energy price cap, but prices are still 65 per cent higher than five years ago ...

Two new parish councillors have been elected in Seascale following a by-election. Jane Louise Coltman and Zoe O'Hanlon were both elected to the parish council as independents after the election, which ...

It could be newcomers to the scene or shops that have been serving up tasty golden fish and fluffy chips for decades across Cumbria.

The closure is set to last for four years, with a recent survey estimating a £10million reduction in profits for local businesses and farms, and the loss of 150 local jobs. Tebay Resident Charlotte ...

A WELL-known former serviceman and village postman is following in his father’s footsteps as he celebrates his 100th birthday.

With its epic scenery and incredible views, the Lake District was sure to star on a list of the UK’s best valley walks. New research by outdoor experts has revealed the top ten best routes in the ...

PLANS to amend local byelaws in order to ban electric-powered boats from small lakes in the Lake District have been called into question by a ...

HARDWICKE Circus is to make a 'big announcement' at their upcoming gig. The Cumbrian band will be playing at the Old Fire Station in Carlisle on Saturday, May 24, marking the tenth anniversary of the ...

MORE than three quarters of Cumbria Police officers feel worse off than they did five years ago and 26 per cent are planning to resign within ...

Dean Henderson is likely to cap a memorable seven days with another England call-up when Thomas Tuchel names his latest squad today.