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Lake District: Walker stretchered off Helvellyn after becoming unwell
A woman had to be stretchered off the fells near Helvellyn after becoming suddenly unwell. Keswick Mountain Rescue Team (KMRT) were alerted by Cumbria Police following a call from walkers on the path ...
Kingsmill owner confirms talks with Hovis parent company over bread takeover
Associated British Foods said its Allied Bakeries business ‘continues to face a very challenging market’ and that it is in talks with ...
Lorraine Kelly returns home after surgery to remove ovaries
ITV presenter Lorraine Kelly has said she is home after having keyhole surgery on Saturday (May 3) to remove her ovaries and fallopian tubes.
GCHQ release cache of spy chatter discussing VE Day before end of war announced
The second document in the cache is a letter written and signed by then-GC&CS (GCHQ) director Sir Edward Travis to his staff, stating that “no congratulatory, greetings or other Victory telegrams will ...
Barbie maker Mattel set to raise prices due to Trump tariffs
The company said it would be ‘difficult to predict’ consumer spending and the company’s US sales for the remainder of the year.
Lovingly Artisan bread making masterclass for food waste project
A multi-award-winning bakery on the edge of the Lake District is planning to host a masterclass in aid of a local food project.
Derwentwater: Crow Park classified as 'Poor' for bathing
THE Environment Agency has classified the water quality at Crow Park on Derwent Water as 'Poor'. The designation aims to protect the health of people who swim at Crow Park and also helps identify and ...
The Byre, in Crooked Holme, Brampton, on the market
The Byre, in Crooked Holme, Brampton, is on the market for over half a million. The house is on sale for offers over £650,000 and has four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and three reception rooms. It is ...
Junior doctors to be balloted for strike action in Cumbria
Resident doctors in Cumbria and across England will be balloted on strike action over pay, the British Medical Association (BMA) has announced.
Best photos of Cumbria from across the Bank Holiday weekend
Whilst temperatures have dropped somewhat since their height of last week, good weather has continued across Cumbria. The Lake District and the wider area has been descended upon by tourists from ...
Easiest countries to relocate to on a working visa: 10 spots
According to Remitly 's research, the 10 easiest countries to get a working visa for as of 2025 are: Latvia ranked as the easiest country to get a working visa for as part of the EU Blie Card visa.
Cockermouth fashion event to sell discount school prom dresses
A FASHION and shopping experience is coming to a West Cumbrian town. Cockfrock will take place at The Kirkgate Centre in Cockermouth on Saturday, May 17, and Sunday, May 18. Organisers have announced ...