Kirkby Stephen14 Nov 2024Playpark funds handed to other projectsThe local authority says it is committed to building the playpark but will do so at a later date.14 Nov 2024Cumbria20 Sep 2024Hoard of medieval coins declared 'treasure'The 20-piece collection, found by a metal detectorist, dates back to the 10th Century, a court heard.20 Sep 2024Cumbria20 Sep 2024Teen farmer scoops 'young hero' awardArchie Steel, 14, steps up to run livestock farm after his dad is injured by a cow.20 Sep 202413 Aug 2024'Neglected' space rejuvenation plan approvedThe street corner area is to be given additional seating to encourage people to enjoy it.13 Aug 202421 Jul 2024Surprise flower bouquets help beat lonelinessThe Women's Institute in Cumbria leave flower bouquets on town benches to "cheer up" lonely people.21 Jul 2024Cumbria20 May 2024Road shut for six weeks to fix riverbank landslipThe council apologises for the closure of the B6259 at Hazelgill for "essential" repairs.20 May 20243 Nov 2023Man threw rifle cartridges at Buckingham PalaceDavid Huber travelled to London with ammunition in his bag four days before the coronation.3 Nov 2023Cumbria29 Sep 2023Historic horse-fair could be lost to road-wideningThe traveller community says it has been offered an alternative site which "isn't fit for pigs".29 Sep 2023Cumbria18 Aug 2023Three hen harriers disappear from grouse moorsThe RSPB says the birds, which can eat grouse, went missing near the start of the shooting season.18 Aug 2023England