Whitehaven News

Profile: Emma Walker

Whitehaven News:

Reporter

Reporter based in North Cumbria covering a wide range of stories across Carlisle, Penrith, Keswick, Workington and Whitehaven for the News & Star, Cumberland News, Times & Star and Whitehaven News.

Latest articles from Emma Walker

The team at Copeland Age and Advice Service are looking for more wonderful people to join in with their invaluable service

Call for Cumbrian volunteers to chat with the elderly via priceless service

Following the success of a key support service for the elderly, one team is looking for more volunteers to continue the priceless work.
Melanie Musgrave has shared her endometriosis story

'It really does stop your life' – Cumbrian women speak out on the painful reality of endometriosis

While many have never heard of endometriosis, it is believed one-in-10 women of reproductive age in the UK are affected.

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Welcoming new bundles of joy in west Cumbria

Welcoming your tiny tots is something we love to do – and this week is no different, as we say a big hello to the newest members of the West Cumbrian community!
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Power cuts set to hit 25 properties in city - find out where

Multiple properties are expected to be hit by a power cut tomorrow.
Whitehaven Town Council is proud to be part of the Shop Local campaign, encouraging all to get out on to the high street and visit their local stores Picture: Copeland Borough Council

Council issues top tips for Cumbrian businesses reopening on April 12

As businesses prepare to open their doors to the public once again, following months in lockdown, advice has been issued on how to do so safely and smoothly.
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Local occupancy homes to be built in Lake District village

Plans to build new homes in a Lake District village have been given the go-ahead.
CONCERN: Readers have shared their upset over the difficulty of getting non-Covid support

News & Star readers' views on ovarian cancer safety appeal

Readers have shared their views on healthcare in Covid, after women were urged to get potential cancer symptoms checked.
Workington Magistrates' Court

Drug driver was more than eight times over the legal limit

A drug-driver has been banned off the roads for 14 months after being caught more than eight times over the legal limit.

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FRESH FACES: New nurses from India are loving their time in Carlisle, and at the Cumberland Infirmary Picture: NCIC

Nurses from India settle into their new life

Nurses who came from India to begin their careers with North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust (NCIC) have spoken of their happiness in their new roles.

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Pups: Alyson and William [pictured with three-year-old April, and one-year-old Edward] are thrilled to have raised more than £1,000 for the Great North Air Ambulance Service

Couple raises more than £1k for vital rescue service – with the help of their sheepdog pup

Finding new ways to raise funds for vital services can be tricky, but one family found a way to raise more than £1,000 for charity – by finding one of their beloved sheepdog pups a home.