1+ day, 6+ hour ago  (431+ words) A WEST Cumbrian coffee roastery will throw open its doors to the community and give away free gifts in its Big Birthday Bonanza to celebrate turning 10. Shiloh Coffee Roasters was launched in April 2016 by former Cockermouth School pupil Mark Armstrong…...

2+ day, 19+ hour ago  (40+ words) Iago Banet, 'The Galician King of Acoustic Guitar'timesandstar.co.uk Find events in Workington and the surrounding areas using the Times and Star local events calendar today. Those ads you do see are predominantly from local businesses promoting local services....

3+ day, 7+ hour ago  (808+ words) Parents of children with special needs have pleaded with the Lake District planners to allow holiday pods for disabled kids to be built. The development, proposed for Alma's Meadow in Bowness-on-Windermere, would offer accessible accommodation for children and families who…...

4+ day, 13+ min ago  (751+ words) An "incredibly rare" Bronze Age shield has returned to Scotland for the first time in more than 230 years, where it has been brought together with five others in a "once-in-a-lifetime" moment. The shield was discovered during labouring work near Beith…...

4+ day, 17+ hour ago  (102+ words) A young dog, who's sadly ended up living at a rescue shelter, is looking for a forever home. Hugo, an eight-month-old Collie-Patterdale mix, is seeking a new home after his owner's work hours changed. Currently in the care of Eden…...

4+ day, 19+ hour ago  (150+ words) A musical tribute to one of Britain's most beloved performers is coming to the Cockermouth stage. A Spoonful of Julie, celebrating the life and career of Julie Andrews, will be performed at the Kirkgate Centre on Saturday, April 18, at 8pm. The…...

4+ day, 19+ hour ago  (372+ words) If you're looking to keep the kids entertained this Easter holiday, Stagecoach has pulled together a list of top activities to do by bus in North Cumbria. From chocolate egg trails to 10p swimming sessions, creative workshops, and interactive theatre shows,…...

5+ day, 10+ hour ago  (76+ words) Motorists warned as police escort abnormal load along the A66Times & Star Abnormal load: Delays expected on A66 in West Cumbria MOTORISTS are being warned of an abnormal load moving along the A66 today, escorted by Cumbria Police. Traffic holds and delays are to…...

6+ day, 5+ hour ago  (475+ words) Drivers have been warned to ignore a commonly believed motorway speeding myth, or risk fines and points on their licences. Millions of us use the motorway everyday, but may be putting ourselves at risk of speeding fined due to an…...

6+ day, 18+ hour ago  (143+ words) A musical night with a blend of jazz and Latin grooves is coming to Cockermouth this April." Moscow Drug Club will perform at the Kirkgate Centre on April 2, delivering what organisers describe as an "intoxicating and intimate musical experience you…...