Shap15 hrs agoDrivers warned over second M6 closure diversionsA bridge is being installed between junctions 39 at Shap and 40 near Penrith over the weekend.15 hrs ago2 days ago'M6 closure took thousands of cars past my home'A farmer says traffic was passing "all day and all night" after drivers ignored a permit scheme.2 days ago5 days agoWatch bridge get demolished as motorway reopensThe demolition of the M6 Clifton Bridge was completed over the weekend.5 days ago6 days agoSolar farm plans recommended for refusalCouncil officials say the plans will do "significant resulting harm" to the area's character. 6 days ago6 days agoM6 motorway's rural diversion 'feels unsafe'Traffic from the M6 in Cumbria is diverted through rural villages while a bridge is demolished.6 days ago7 days agoMotorway shut as rail bridge demolition beginsThe M6 between Shap and Penrith is closed this weekend and next for a new bridge to be installed.7 days ago19 Dec 2025Future rail landslides 'may not be detected'An investigation says landslide monitoring equipment may not detect future risks to the rail network.19 Dec 202516 Dec 2025Five donkeys dumped at sanctuary in as many weeksHope the donkey is "terrified and depressed" but is "coming round" in the sanctuary's care.16 Dec 20252 Dec 2025Roadside litter turned into Christmas displayA campaign by National Highways aims to raise awareness of the dangers of litter to wildlife.2 Dec 2025...
