Visitors to the Florence Arts Centre in Egremont can expect a warm welcome. The centre has a new infrared technology heating system, after being successful in securing funding from The Dulverton Trust Fund through Cumbria Community Foundation and
A HUGE and sunny welcome to the newest members of the West Cumbrian community! The parents of these little tots have shared their joy with us as they welcome the new arrivals into their families. We’d love to help you spread the wonderful news
VJ DAY 75 (BBC One, Saturday 8.30pm) When 2020 began, the nation was looking forward to celebrating the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War via two big spectacular events – the first to mark VE Day, the moment when victory in Europe
Sports comedy Ted Lasso is a must-watch. Georgia Humphreys chats to stars Juno Temple, Hannah Waddingham and Jason Sudeikis, who created the show too. Jason Sudeikis had reservations about whether a whole TV series centred around Ted Lasso – a
What is St Benedict’s School in Whitehaven doing to rectify the problem of having no school transport from the Copeland housing estates to the school? Under the government’s newly-revised rules, children travelling to school should do so while
An intrepid Cumbrian mountain rescuer is nearing the end of his daunting 15-hour Joss Naylor Lakeland Challenge. After setting off at 5am today from Pooley Bridge, Wasdale Mountain Rescue Team member John Fletcher, 55, is making impressive progress
Work to extend a Workington office block to make space for Sellafield staff is nearing completion, with workers set to move in next month. Building work to West Cumbria House at Lillyhall began after Sellafield Ltd signed a 10-year lease with Cumbria
AN off-duty lifeguard pulled a drowning three-year-old from a river as the current was pulling her further and further downstream. Whitehaven family Susan, Alan and Lorraine McDonald were enjoying the nice weather in Crook O’ Lune, near Lancaster
Our choice of programmes to watch week beginning Saturday: SATURDAY: We Love Gavin & Stacey (C5, 9pm) Even several years away did little to diminish Gavin and Stacey’s appeal, so when the Christmas special 2019 aired, millions of us tuned in
Your guide to the week’s TV soap from Saturday, August 15. Emmerdale (ITV) It seems Malone will do anything to get what he wants, as this week’s trip to the Dales proves. He intimidates Dawn by telling her the testimony against him has been
Although the Covid-19 crisis is far from over, we are at the council now very much focused on recovery, and doing all we can to support the reboot of the local economy. I very much welcome the news that Sellafield Ltd is committing millions of
Campaigners for a four-arm roundabout to replace a controversial staggered junction could be nearer to realising their goal as Highways England names a fund for the scheme. Workington MP Mark Jenkinson wrote to the organisation to ask for an update
A REFUGEE who left Iraq as a toddler to seek urgent UK medical treatment has earned a place at Cambridge University to study medicine - after getting 4A*s in his A Levels. Buraq Ahmed, 18, suffered with an agonising hip condition, and aged three
BUSINESSES in Cumbria have reacted to a further easing of lockdown restrictions which is set to take place from today. Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced the reopening of bowling alleys, casinos and soft play centres. Live indoor performances
A HOTSPOT of nightmare parking is causing mayhem for one village, as visitors flock to the popular beauty spot – and ignore the need to park safely. The home of England’s highest mountain has been flooded with visitors throughout this month’s sunny
If your cat is the cheekiest, funniest, cutest or sassiest, why not prove it – by entering a contest to see who's the real top cat. Oak Tree Animals’ Charity, based at Wetheral, is encouraging all cat owners to send their Virtual Cat Photo Competition
Andrea Martin is a "flower worthy hero.” That is according to Laura Tuck who has nominated her as the Whitehaven News Person of the Week. Andrea has a different view: “I am just one of a group of eight. Perhaps I am more visible because I am
A RUGBY league club has received a £25,000 grant from the Copeland Community Fund to support the development of its new indoor facility in Cleator Moor. Wath Brow Hornets were awarded an initial grant of £100,000 to kick-start the project in May
What do the stars hold for you this Saturday? Astrologer Russell Grant reveals all... Aries (Mar21/Apr20) Friends are leaping into a situation without considering the consequences. For once, you are the one holding back, wondering whether this
An unsafe and unsightly eyesore has been fenced off but the future of Corkickle’s broken steps is still in the air. A Copeland council spokesman said the authority is still considering options for the steps which provide access to the Whitehaven
A charity is calling on the community to get behind them and take part in a cake off. Hospice at Home West Cumbria (HHWC) will hold 'The Great Hospice Cake Off to raise funds on September 10. Everyone who signs up will receive a ‘Baking Battle
With travel restrictions boosting the market for staycations this summer, camping has become the go-to option for many planning a short break... but one Lake District tourist attraction has taken the pastime to a whole new level. Honister has launched
Voluntary groups have received a lifeline in recent months, thanks to the county's crime commissioner. Peter McCall, Cumbria Police and Crime Commissioner, created the Covid-19 Community Recovery Fund to see all charities and key groups get the
