Alston5 hrs agoDriving tests cancellations having 'huge impact'Some learners in the North East and Cumbria face cancellations hours before their tests are due.5 hrs ago1 day agoCare homes' revamps 'could cost millions'As consultations begin, Westmorland and Furness chiefs claim a £6m cost to refurbishing care homes.1 day ago4 May 2026Consultation to begin on closure of two care homesWestmorland and Furness council says all options are open and recognises it is a sensitive issue.4 May 202622 Apr 2026Council to consult on future of care homesWindermere's Applethwaite Green Care Home and Grisedale Croft Care Home in Alston could both close.22 Apr 202617 Apr 2026Council to discuss possible care home closuresThe future of care homes in Windermere and Alston will be discussed behind closed doors.17 Apr 202616 Feb 2026Appeal aims to put defibrillators in 100 locationsA business which installed a Morley's Defib Appeal device says it was the "best money" it had spent.16 Feb 202610 Jan 2026Stunning landscape 120-mile walking trek unveiledHikers will be able to tackle the 120 mile (193km) trail which will take eight to 17 days.10 Jan 202631 Dec 2025Drivers warned over dangers of popular passWintry weather is likely to make driving conditions worse at Hartside Pass in Cumbria. 31 Dec 20258 Nov 2025How two women saved war poems 100 years apartWork by Alston Moor poet Nowell Oxland are published 110 years after his death in World War One.8 Nov 2025...
