Cumbria Police12 hrs agoRoad shut as recycling hub fire blazes overnightCumbria Fire and Rescue Service is expected to stay at the Barrow site all day.12 hrs ago2 days agoFestival's return brings 'colour and magic'Now in its 21st year, Kendal Calling has grown from humble beginnings to attract 40,000 people.2 days ago3 days agoPedestrian in 70s killed in HGV crashThe man in his 70s was walking at Lake Road when he was hit by a HGV and died at the scene.3 days ago5 days agoEx-police officer facing rape and assault chargesMatthew Stewart, who worked for Cumbria Police, is alleged to have attacked two people.5 days ago23 Jul 2026Fire rips through roof of listed castleFire crews work through the night to extinguish the blaze at Armathwaite Castle in Cumbria.23 Jul 202622 Jul 2026One arrest after police scan 55,000 faces at fairCumbria Police says it believes many on its watchlist stayed away for fear of the technology.22 Jul 202622 Jul 2026Drug dealer jailed over £4m cocaine haulCourtney Gaston-Hird is sentenced to 10 years after police stop and search his vehicle in Penrith.22 Jul 20264 Jul 2026If anti-social behaviour is falling, why does it feel like such a problem?Reports are falling across the North East and Cumbria, but some say stats do not tell the full story.4 Jul 20262 Jul 2026Swan put down after being shot in the faceRachel Wilson, who took the bird to the vets, says the shooting in Barrow was "so upsetting". 2 Jul 2026...
