Weapons and drugs have been recovered following a police raid in Whitehaven. Two extendable batons, a knuckle-duster, a BB gun and a butterfly knife were recovered from an address on Fleswick Avenue yesterday (Tuesday). Cumbria police has confirmed
The magic of the West End and Broadway is coming to West Cumbria, as Mad About The Musicals calls in as part of its 2019 UK tour. Appearing at Whitehaven's Solway Hall on June 22 the show features Michael Courtney and his cast of singers, supported
HOWGILL Family Centre is on the look out for new volunteers to join its team in the Howgill Shop in Irish Street, Whitehaven. Volunteers must be over 18 and will receive full training and expenses. The team is also looking for donations of toys
An erosion-hit coast road which was closed in February for safety has reopened, almost four months later. Cumbria County Council shut the B5300 at Dubmill Point, between Maryport and Silloth, after an inspection found the edge of the beach had
PUPILS at a West Cumbrian school were delighted to welcome a local author - accompanied by a fell pony. Keswick School English teacher and librarian Helen Robinson recently had her first book published. Little Pearl is based on her first pony.
A FAKE doctor exposed by the News & Star has been arrested for a suspected fraud. Zholia Alemi, 56, worked as a psychiatrist within the NHS and in private practice for more than 22 years despite never qualifying. Her case triggered national checks
More tasty treats are on the way to Whitehaven thanks to a continental market hitting the town this weekend. Following the success of a traders' market last week, the mini continental market will be held at St Nicholas' Gardens from tomorrow (June
PETS of Cumbria have been nominated by their owners as Britain's naughtiest dog. Yesterday we announced that a hit TV show, Dogs Behaving Badly is returning to UK screens and our readers have been in touch with their canine contenders. The
Hardy golfers ignored the torrential rain to take part in the 10th Paul Taylor Memorial Golf tournament at Eskdale Golf Course. The golf day is held annually in memory of Paul Taylor, who died tragically on the A66 in 2010 and every year the event
A CLEATOR Moor bodybuilder’s British novice title win has earned him a shot at the World Championship. James Gearing, who trains at the Powerhouse Gym in Hensingham, won the International Bodybuilding and Fitness Association British title in the
LOWCA athletics star Jack Piggott is making his way up through the field –locally and nationally. The 10-year-old is currently top of the county and ranked nationally in the javelin despite only starting training last year. Jack, of Lowca Community
Volunteers working with vulnerable children and families in Cumbria were awarded for their achievements and long service at a charity event. Around 20 volunteers working at Barnardo’s children’s centres across the county were joined by staff at
High-spec apartments ideal for a range of buyers, including professionals and downsizers, are now available in a town centre. The properties are just off Cockermouth’s Main Street, a historic area within walking distance of a wide variety of amenities
Bareknuckle British title winner Kevin Thompson is taking a step away from competing in combat sports due to personal reasons. Thompson has relinquished the BKB British cruiserweight title but he is not closing the door on a return to the ring just
A wealth of character details blended with contemporary additions, including underfloor heating and a ground-source heat pump, making The Chestnuts an interesting property full of charm. It dates from 1774 and has the grand period features of that
People are being encouraged to join a West Cumbrian choir to improve their health and make new friends. Whitehaven Male Voice Choir is looking for new members, and it has highlighted the findings of a number of doctors who have linked singing to
Councillors will discuss plans for 370 new homes on the outskirts of Whitehaven next week. It is recommended that members of Copeland’s planning panel agree to visit the earmarked land at Harras Moor before making any decisions on the application
