Penrith15 hrs agoLabour whip restored to farm tax plan rebel MPMarkus Campbell-Savours says he is relieved after rebelling against the government's farm tax plan.15 hrs ago1 day agoWork restarts at trouble-hit £8.3m council buildingWestmorland and Furness Council says it wants to recoup repair money from its contractor.1 day ago8 days agoActing chief gets police force's top jobDarren Martland pledges to tackle violence against women and girls and anti-social behaviour.8 days ago19 Feb 2026Home buyer waiting on £12,000 after law firm shutsJacob Nicoll fears he will miss out on his new house after Butterworths, owned by PM Law, closed.19 Feb 202613 Feb 2026Rescue teams separate on £1.8m new base planPenrith Mountain Rescue team say splitting schemes will make the project quicker and cheaper.13 Feb 202612 Feb 2026Council told to improve social care waiting timesWestmorland and Furness Council is rated as "requires improvement" by the Care Quality Commission.12 Feb 202611 Feb 2026Acting chief 'preferred choice' for police top jobCommissioner David Allen says he wants Darren Martland to lead the Cumbria force permanently. 11 Feb 202610 Feb 2026'I was a signal box lad when first Clifton rail bridge was built'As a new rail bridge opens, one man recalls the original being slid into place 60 years ago.10 Feb 20268 Feb 2026Snowdrops in bloom in the North East and CumbriaOur Weather Watchers have been out snapping the first signs of spring.8 Feb 2026...