They say you are never too far from good food in Cumbria, and TV personality and cook Harrison Ward is keen to showcase how visitors and residents can eat their […]
Category: Uncategorized
MP calls for action on Carlisle flood defences
Carlisle’s new Labour MP has used her maiden speech in the House of Commons to signal her commitment to completing the city’s flood defences. Julie Minns made her Maiden Speech […]
New property firm opens up in Cumbria
Ample Property Group is a new but experienced property investment firm that has just opened to transform Carlisle property market through innovative and hands-free Buy To Let solutions. It is […]
Trainee’s ‘unconventional’ route into accountancy the ‘best decision he’s ever made’
A TRAINEE accountant is flourishing in his new profession despite admitting he entered the industry via an ‘unconventional way’. Matthew Law, 24, is embarking on a career in accountancy with […]
Award-winning student starts law apprenticeship after finishing top of her class
AN INSPIRATIONAL student who fitted her degree around running her own business and raising a family is embarking on a career in law on the back of winning two university […]
New tool helps estate agents retain vendors
Estate agents have access to a new low-cost tool to help them retain vendors. The mobile communications specialist SMS Speedway is offering agents bespoke Vendor Reports. These list the viewings […]
Vicky cheers on Paralympic heroes
The Paralympic Games have seen a string of gold medal triumphs for Great Britain and Cumberland Building Society non-executive director Vicky Bruce is in Paris cheering on the amazing athletes. […]
Settle Carlisle line on track for return to Hogwarts Day – September 1
Around the world young would-be wizards and witches are planning their return to Hogwarts day, September 1. This year the fan of Harry Potter are being asked not to gather […]
Local firm expands with new civil engineering offering
Carlisle-based consultancy firm, Prospus Group, has expanded its service offering with the addition of Paul Scott to the business. Paul is a degree-qualified civil and transportation engineer with over 25 […]
Linthwaite House shortlisted in five categories of the prestigious LLM Readers’ Travel Awards
The team at Linthwaite House, in Bowness in the Lake District, have just discovered that they have been shortlisted in no less than five categories of the prestigious LLM Readers’ […]
Businesses overjoyed to see reopening of iconic Cumbrian landmark
Businesses in Kirkby Lonsdale say today’s re-opening of a popular tourist spot – after a three year closure – is a major boost for the popular market town nestled between […]
Building society helps provide nests for red squirrels
A hundred nesting boxes are being installed to help red squirrels to thrive in Cumbria’s woodlands. Providing nests for the endangered animals is just part of the work being done […]
Cartmel Racecourse 2025 fixtures announced
Summer may soon be over, but Cartmel Racecourse just placed its legions of devotees under starters orders for next year’s thrills and fun. The course has announced its much anticipated […]
New pop up exhibition in historic heart of Carlisle
Breath-taking images of the shifting lights and colours of the Solway will feature in a pop up exhibition in Carlisle’s historical quarter this summer. Landscape artist Joe Dias will be […]
Landmark 500th homeowner for well-respected homebuilder
A major milestone has been celebrated by one of the fastest-growing housebuilders in the North West. Genesis Homes has marked the completion of its 500th home by handing the keys […]
Harbour solutions floated at summer sprint challenge
A team of local apprentices, sixth formers and degree students recently collaborated on a summer sprint challenge at Sellafield Ltd’s Engineering Centre of Excellence (ECoE) in Cleator Moor. The annual […]
Work starts on new pumping station for Appleby Flood Scheme
The Environment Agency and their contractor VolkerStevin have commenced work on the Doomgate Beck Pumping Station as part of the Appleby Flood Risk Management Scheme. Works are continuing on the new […]
August bank holiday racing and season finale
Cartmel Racecourse is poised to round off the season with its joyous August bank holiday extravaganza. An estimated 15,000 visitors are expected for Cartmel Cup Day on Saturday August 24 […]