Maryport2 Jan 2026When pubs, shops and conservation rules clashThe west Cumbrian town is trying to shed a rundown image but regeneration is causing its own issues.2 Jan 202627 Dec 2025Boots and rope from 1925 Scafell climb in archiveStories of Cumbria's climbing pioneers are being celebrated in the mountaineering archive.27 Dec 202515 Dec 2025Roads impassable and cars stuck due to heavy rainA yellow weather warning for rain remains in place until 23:59, but an amber alert has been lifted.15 Dec 20259 Dec 2025'Greedy' army veteran jailed for £36k benefit scamA judge in Carlisle calls Russel Harrison "an overwhelmingly selfish, greedy and dishonest" man.9 Dec 20257 Dec 2025Hospice grant an 'amazing' help for home careHospice at Home West Cumbria says a £150,000 donation will pay for 500 nights of nursing care.7 Dec 20253 Dec 2025Teens caught 'causing nuisance' give back to townBoth boys took part in a litter pick after admitting causing distress to a woman, police say.3 Dec 202527 Nov 2025Events venue to be managed by community groupThe redeveloped former cinema is due to open in spring next year as an events and work space.27 Nov 202518 Nov 2025Cumbria no longer in drought after five monthsThe Environment Agency says the county was taken out of drought status on 29 October.18 Nov 202513 Nov 2025People trapped in homes and vehicles as floods hitDozens of roads across Cumbria are hit by surface water flooding after a spell of heavy rain.13 Nov 2025...