Knipewood is the highest-priced property in Coniston listed for sale on Rightmove. This charming home is being marketed by Hackney & Leigh for £1.35 million. Added to the property website on 9 April, ...

In a bid to celebrate the local barbers in North and West Cumbria, the News & Star has launched its new competition which will crown the area’s ‘Best Barber 2026’. As part of the competition, News & ...

Charities and community organisations across Cumbria can now apply for a share of a £3.5 million funding pot. Applications are open for the Co-op’s Local Community Fund and will remain open until June ...

A WEST Cumbrian chip shop has made the finals of the News & Star's Best Chippy 2026 competition. Located on Westfield Drive in Workington, the chip shop has proved to be a popular venue in the town.

Carlisle MP, Julie Minns has backed the local council after it raised concerns about the performance of Stagecoach buses.

Junior teams across North and West Cumbria are being given the chance to win £1,000 of sports equipment – and all they need is your support ...

A PIECE of family history is at the heart of a new historical novel. Author Lorna Hunting is launching her latest book, The Shackletons of Queen Street, in Whitehaven on Tuesday, June 23, at 12pm in ...

YOUNG people are preparing to take centre stage at a youth-led community festival, with almost 500 attendees expected.

The Pride of Cumbria Awards 2026 will take place at The Greenhill Hotel in Wigton on Thursday, June 11, recognising those who go above and beyond ...

A CUMBRIAN Lord has supported a call from the deputy leader of Cumberland Council, as she calls for action against those who abuse people in ...

ITV soaps Emmerdale and Coronation Street are set for schedule changes this week, with some episodes axed and others extended.

Carlisle United’s place as the “heartbeat” of the community is something new boss Rob Elliot says he regards highly.