Penrith4 days agoRepair work to M6 river bridge to get under wayRepairs to Lowther Bridge will start on Monday, with the section remaining open to drivers.4 days agoCumbria23 Mar 2025Welfare changes 'scary' for carersBBC Politics North East and Cumbria looks at the human effects of the government's welfare plans.23 Mar 2025England16 Mar 2025Thousands of wildflowers planted by volunteersEden volunteers plant 8,000 wildflower plugs and sow wildflower seed to encourage pollinators.16 Mar 2025Cumbria15 Mar 2025Rescue teams aim to raise £1.8m for new baseApproval is in place for a new permanent base for Penrith's mountain and mine rescue teams.15 Mar 2025England14 Mar 2025Unconscious M6 crash drunk driver jailedJames Black was found unconscious in his vehicle by the side of the M6 in Cumbria, a court hears.14 Mar 2025Cumbria2 Mar 2025Shock as car smashes into centuries old innShepherds Inn owner Stephen Wilcock says there is "so much rubble" at the pub in Langwathby.2 Mar 2025Cumbria28 Feb 2025Councillors say tax rise will 'protect services'The 4.99% increase was agreed by Liberal Democrat and Labour councillors, while Conservatives opposed.28 Feb 2025Cumbria23 Feb 2025Three English Heritage sites face winter closuresIt follows the news that Furness Abbey, near Barrow, may be shut in the winter due to cuts.23 Feb 2025Cumbria22 Feb 2025Council secures £1m for walking and cycling routesThe improvements are aimed at encouraging more people to leave their cars at home, the council says.22 Feb 2025Cumbria...
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