GUITAR teacher Stuart Sidney came up with in ideal way to keep lessons going for his pupils. As soon as the social distancing measures began to be implemented, Stuart offered lessons on Skype, Facetime and Whatsapp to make sure his pupils didn’t
The elderly and vulnerable are being forced into supermarkets because of the pressure on online deliveries. Despite Government telling people not to go out, Tesco is asking those who can, to shop in-store and leave delivery slots for those unable
Opticians are only open to those in need of urgent eyecare while services are stretched due to the coronavirus pandemic, the NHS has said. Following advice from the General Optical Council, opticians will no longer be holding routine eye appointments
This house was constructed recently with modern living in mind and has been finished to a high specification, many areas being over-engineered for future proofing. All rooms are wired with internet connections and the property is energy efficient
A man has been arrested after a suspected stabbing. It happened about 10.30pm last night close to Cross Street in Workington. Two men were taken to hospital with stab wounds. Both were discharged after treatment. A spokesman for Cumbria
The family of a motorcyclist who died after a crash have paid tribute to him Steven Morrey, 59 was killed after a crash involving a bin lorry. It happened on Friday morning on the A596 between Crosby and Crosby Villa Mr Morrey died at the
The four people in Cumbria have been reported for ignoring new government guidelines. It is vital that people socially isolate to combat coronavirus and over the weekend officers have spoken to people after having house parties and walking the street
Lockdown could last a lot long as some are not following social distancing rules. The coronavirus lockdown will be in place for a "significant period" and could last longer if people to do not sick to the rules, Cabinet minister Michael Gove has
On Thursday (March 26) the reins of a role steeped in more than 1,000 years of history were handed over to the next recipient. Marcia Reid Fotheringham, who had been the High Sheriff for Cumbria for the last 12 months, took part in a private ceremony
A child protection charity are launching a crowdfunding campaign to publish a book that will help parents teach their children about the signs of abuse. The NSPCC’s PANTS campaign aims to help parents illustrate the signs of sexual abuse to their
A WW2 hero aged 98 is believed to be the oldest Briton to survive COVID-19 - after recovering less than a week after being diagnosed. Great-grandfather Jack Bowden was discharged from hospital just three days after testing positive for the killer
Here we have another rummage in The Whitehaven News picture archives for a snapshot of what was happening on our doorsteps in recent years. There's everything from cadets to cooks to footie and fun. Were you or a loved one in the picture? Share
A charity fundraiser is appealing for help as events are cancelled and donations dry up. Julianne Kelly director of Together We Can, supports five charities, but is making this appeal on behalf of everyone. "I am asking funders throughout the
NHS has launched an online system to help find medical treatment close by. The online questions will guide you through symptoms and point you in the right direction. To access 111 online click here Patients are able to find answers about symptoms
As death toll surpasses 1000 people are being warning lockdown rules could get worse. Boris Johnson is warning every household he could impose even stricter lockdown measures to tackle the coronavirus outbreak as it inevitably worsens. The Prime
THE GOVERNMENT has announced a six month extension to MoT tests to help combat the spread of the Coronavirus crisis. The extension applies to cars, motorcycles and light vans will be extended by six months with MoT test due dates from Monday onwards
WHEN your home is on this tiny clearing in the middle of the Swedish forest surrounded by miles of trees, you know a thing or two about self isolation. Brit Will Dean, 40, and his wife Emilia, 42, bought the 3.5 acre clearing in the middle of a
We are living in uncertain times with social isolation and social distancing now becoming the norm, though at least with the digital age we are still able to communicate. Online ordering gives some sense of normality, however it was interesting
In a locked-down camp, strict rules are in force the gypsy and traveller community, who are taking extra precautions to ensure they can get to the other side of the global pandemic. The decision to cancel the Appleby Horse Fair 2020, in line with
SUPERMARKETS across the country are doing their bit to help the elderly and vulnerable throughout the Covid-19 pandemic. In particular, many superstore chairs have set up dedicated hours for these groups to shop when other customers are not in store
SCIENTISTS and health experts have confirmed that newspapers are not transmitters of Covid-19. Speaking on Good Morning Britain and setting the record straight regarding newspapers safety, Dr Hilary Jones, said: "For public health information right
I don’t know what to say. I was in two minds - should I mention this awful pandemic or not? Normally I find comfort in my ignorance, but no matter where you turn you can’t avoid what’s going on. We’re all involved and it would be foolish to think
