FIVE local bands have been shortlisted out of 37 for Carlisle's upcoming 'Battle of the Bands' competition. The bands will be competing at the Old Fire Station's for a £500 voucher to be spent on ...

The Taste of India takeaway and burrito bar opened in the former Broughton Moor chip shop unit in September, being the only takeaway of any kind in the village. The chip shop closed in the village in ...

Wigton Town Council has asked residents and businesses to share their thoughts as it begins to plan for the festive event.

Cumbrian-born chef Katherine Altham has been named as one of 18 regional finalists in the 2025 Roux Scholarship, one of the UK’s most ...

A NEW pet shop has opened its doors in North Cumbria. Twisted Willow Pets has begun welcoming customers in Wigton, and the owners are hoping to make a success of their new venture. Scott Thain and ...

Free breakfast clubs are set to be introduced in seven Carlisle schools, as part of a national pilot programme.

Razzamataz Performing Arts School students, staff, families, and alumni gathered at The Halston Hotel on February 22 to mark the occasion. The evening showcased the talents of Razzamataz students, who ...

A teacher and cricketer from Carlisle is aiming to raise £2,000 for charity with his latest fundraising challenge.

Swimming pools at two leisure centres in Cumbria will temporarily close for three weeks to allow for £1million investment works to take place.

Keswick film festival is set to showcase a series of 'inclusive' short films created by learning disabled and autistic individuals.

An Alston Moor primary school has been rated "good" in all areas by Ofsted. The report on Alston Primary School, which was visited by Ofsted inspectors in January, stated that pupils learn in a "calm ...

On this day in 2020, the headteacher of a Brampton school reassured parents regarding coronavirus, and a recent ski trip to northern Italy.