Cockermouth3 days ago'I think I run for the feeling, the freedom'Sarah Perry had a record-breaking 2025 and this year she wants to go even further to push the limits.3 days ago14 Dec 2025Stories from Cumbria you may have missed this weekStories include a runner's 48-hour hill challenge and the happy ending to a search for a pub mascot.14 Dec 202510 Dec 2025Runner is sole finisher of 47,000ft hill challengeThe Hill challenge, the first time it has been held in five years, has a total assent of 47,000ft.10 Dec 20257 Dec 2025Memories of the night Storm Desmond caused chaosTen years ago, massive floods struck Cumbria. What has the impact been?7 Dec 20256 Dec 2025Your pictures: Bright winter sun through the cloudsOur BBC Weather Watchers share photos of north-east England and Cumbria enjoying the winter sun.6 Dec 202529 Nov 2025More light sensors planned to protect dark skiesThe meters take measurements every minute to monitor levels of light pollution.29 Nov 202526 Nov 2025Festive film shows 'spirit' of rallying townThe film is a good way to showcase and boost Cockermouth's businesses, filmmakers say.26 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...