Workington8 hrs agoFormer coroner's court to be sold offThe building in Cockermouth is not needed as the court moved to Workington earlier this year.8 hrs ago6 days ago'Acceptance ran through Dolly Parton's lyrics'Fans from the North East and Cumbria pay tribute, including James Barker who wrote his thesis on her.6 days ago7 days agoCare home breached safety and leadership rulesA watchdog found concerns over management of medicines and risk of infection spreading at the home.7 days ago20 Aug 2026Teen's family to help water safety lakes reviewSafety measures at a tarn where a 17-year-old drowned will be reviewed, authorities say.20 Aug 202619 Aug 2026Swim death teen suffered cold water shockAbsi Ahmed Mohammad drowned in the cold waters of a Lake District tarn, an inquest hears.19 Aug 202618 Aug 2026Roads to close for Tour of Britain WomenThe cycling race will set off through Cumbria on Wednesday.18 Aug 20267 Aug 2026Start date announced for stadium constructionCumberland Sports Village will be home to Workington's football and rugby league teams.7 Aug 202627 Jul 2026Japanese reactor decommissioning to bring jobs to UKCumberland Council says land was being cleared at the Port of Workington to make way for the plant.27 Jul 202620 Jul 2026Food bank 'unbelievably busy' as holidays startAn "awful lot" of new families are coming forward for help for the first time, the food bank says.20 Jul 2026...
