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Emergency services responded to an incident in Carlisle city centre after a woman fell from height. Police were contacted at 5.16pm today (5 September) following concerns for the welfare of a woman, aged in her 20s, who had been reported missing. A short…
Read the full story → Share on FacebookHave you seen missing person Daniel Von Siebenhoven? Daniel was last seen on 28 July on Shadygrove Road, Carlisle at approximately 12pm. He is 5ft 10ins tall and of slim build. Daniel was last seen wearing a dark-coloured hoody with cannabis leaves on…
Read the full story → Share on FacebookPolice are appealing for sightings of a teenager missing from Carlisle. Daniel Dawson, 16, was last known to be in the city yesterday ( June 4 ), in the west of Carlisle. He is described as being about 5ft 8ins tall. The picture attached here does not…
Read the full story → Share on FacebookPolice are concerned for the welfare of a missing man, who was last seen in the area of Furness General Hospital in Barrow this morning. Robert Parlia, 32, was last seen at about 6am. He is described as white, about 6ft tall, of medium build, with dark,…
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Carlisle United's new chief executive, Tom Lawrence, emphasized the need for improved results for the team. He also confirmed that the club's American owners continue to support its efforts.
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The Cathedral has honored the memory of a falcon that recently passed away. The Interim Dean of Carlisle, Michael Everitt, expressed that the bird had a positive impact on the community, bringing joy to many.
Read the full story →Two men have been sentenced following a rapid police investigation into an attempted ATM theft in Carlisle. Tjay O’Neil, 35, and Dean Smith, 33, were arrested, charged, and appeared in court within 36 hours of the incident.
Read the full story →Deniz Nikolov, a 23-year-old from Crawley, has been sentenced to three years and six months in prison for possession with intent to supply Class A drugs. He appeared at Carlisle Crown Court on October 12.
Read the full story →Authorities are looking into a serious road traffic accident that occurred in Carlisle, involving a motorcycle. The incident took place on London Road, and police were alerted at 10:06 PM on October 10. The motorcyclist sustained significant injuries as a result of the collision.
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Micah Obiero contributed to Carlisle United's victory over Aldershot with a notable performance that included goals from five different nations. His involvement highlights the diverse backgrounds of players in the team and the extensive travel associated with his football career.
Read the full story →Police responded to a burglary at Boots on English Street in Carlisle at 6:07 AM. Two males, who arrived on bicycles, are suspected of stealing prescription medication and perfume. Authorities are seeking witnesses to assist with the investigation.
Read the full story →A 29-year-old man, Nathan Stewart, was arrested in the early hours of September 28 during a police investigation into break-ins in Brampton, specifically east of Carlisle. He faces multiple charges related to the incidents, and a bicycle was recovered during the investigation.
Read the full story →A 29-year-old man from Carlisle, Ricky Murphy, has been sentenced to nine years in prison for a violent attack involving a van that occurred in January. The sentencing took place on September 23, following a week-long trial at Carlisle Crown Court in June, where a jury found him guilty.
Read the full story →A 22-year-old man from Oaklands Drive, Carlisle, named Jordan Burgess, is scheduled to appear in North Cumbria Magistrates’ Court today, September 21. He faces multiple charges related to an incident in which three individuals were assaulted.
Read the full story →Authorities are seeking information on Nathan Stewart, a 29-year-old man from the Carlisle area. He is wanted for recall to prison and is known to have connections to Brampton. Anyone with details regarding his location or any relevant information is encouraged to contact the police.
Read the full story →A 24-year-old man was arrested in Carlisle on suspicion of involvement in the supply of class A drugs during a search warrant executed at Holstead Close. Police also confiscated cash and suspected drugs. The man is currently in custody.
Read the full story →Two men who attempted to steal an ATM from a supermarket on Tuesday (15 Sept) were arrested, charged, brought before the courts and entered guilty pleas in less than 36 hours. The raid was carried out by two men at Morrisons in Kingstown Road in Carlisle…
Read the full story →Police are appealing for information following an attempted theft of an ATM which caused damage to a supermarket. Officers were called at 6:33am today (15 September) to the incident at Morrisons on Kingstown Road. Offenders attempted to remove an ATM…
Read the full story →A further man has been sentenced for his role in a large-scale cannabis factory uncovered in Carlisle in 2023, which is believed to be the largest find of its kind in Cumbria. The operation, valued at an estimated £4.5 million, was discovered at a unit on…
Read the full story →A man who was convicted of the manslaughter of his mother has been sentenced to prison today (11 Sept). Stewart Irwin, 56, of Rydal Street, Carlisle, was found guilty of the offence following a trial at Carlisle Crown Court and was sentenced today to…
Read the full story →A man has been jailed for three breaches of a Sexual Harm Prevention Order and two breaches of sex offender notification requirements. Sean Worley, 33, of no fixed abode was sentenced at Carlisle Crown Court on 4 September to two years and four months in…
Read the full story →A man who carried out a series of burglaries across the Eden area has been sentenced to three years and 11 months in prison. John Moorehouse, 31, of Chinewood Avenue, Kirklees was sentenced at Carlisle Crown Court on Tuesday 1 September. Moorehouse…
Read the full story →A Wigton man has been jailed for making and distributing indecent images of children and breaching the notification requirements of the sex offenders register. Craig Mason, 34, of Fell View, Wigton, was sentenced at Carlisle Crown Court on Wednesday 12…
Read the full story →A man who sought to supply Class A drugs in Carlisle has been jailed today (11 Aug). Antouel Margariti, 38, of Warwick Road in London but previously of Scotby Close in Carlisle was sentenced today at Carlisle Crown Court after admitting a charge of possession…
Read the full story →The incident this morning (10 Aug) involving a man on a roof in Warwick Square in Carlisle has been safely resolved. The man safely came down at around 8.20pm. He is now in police custody, having been arrested. Cumbria Police would like to thank the public…
Read the full story →Road closures are currently in place in the city as emergency services attend an incident in Warwick Square in Carlisle this morning (10 Aug). A man is currently on the roof of a property in Warwick Square and road closures are in place whilst police and…
Read the full story →Police are continuing to investigate the sudden death of a woman at a property on Whinlatter Way, Carlisle. As part of ongoing enquiries, officers are investigating all possible circumstances surrounding how the injuries were sustained, including whether they…
Read the full story →A man who murdered his father, Stanley Smith, aged 73, in Silloth has been jailed. Brian Smith, aged 33, of Friars Garth, Wigton was sentenced today at Carlisle Crown Court following a trial in July. He has been sentenced to 17 years and 139 days in prison…
Read the full story →The family of a woman who died at a property on Whinlatter Way, Carlisle have paid tribute to her life. The family of Susan Watson, age 61 said: "Susan Watson was a much-loved sister, Mam, Grandma and friend. Family meant everything to her, and she was never…
Read the full story →Police are continuing to investigate the sudden death of a woman at a property on Whinlatter Way, Carlisle. Officers were called at 11.23pm on 2 August 2026 following reports of concern for the welfare of a woman in her 60s. Emergency services attended, but…
Read the full story →Police were called at 11:23pm on Sunday the 2 August 2026 to reports of a sudden death of a woman at a property in the Caldewgate area of Carlisle. Emergency services attended, but the woman – in her 60s – was declared deceased at the scene. A man in his 60s…
Read the full story →A jury has today 29 July 2026 found a Wigton man guilty of murdering his father, 73-year-old Stanley Smith in December 2025. The verdict follows a trial at Carlisle Crown Court. Brian Smith, aged 33, of Friars Garth, Wigton denied charges of murder. However,…
Read the full story →A Carlisle man will appear at court charged with rape and sexual assault following a police investigation. Matthew Stewart, aged 31, will appear at North Cumbria Magistrates’ Court on 24 August 2026. Stewart has been charged with: Rape Sexual…
Read the full story →Officers investigating a theft from a shop at Asda in Carlisle have released an image of a woman they would like to identify as part of their investigation. The theft took place on 28 April shortly before 6:15pm. A woman entered the store on London Road and…
Read the full story →Emergency services are in attendance at a fire in Armathwaite, south of Carlisle, this evening (22 July). The fire was reported at around 8pm. There are no reported casualties to what is believed to be an empty building. A number of fire appliances are in…
Read the full story →A drug dealer who was caught with 39kg of cocaine in his car, worth almost £4 million, has been jailed at Carlisle Crown Court today (21 July). The seizure is one of the most significant drugs seizures in Cumbria to date. Courtney Gaston-Hird, 34, of London…
Read the full story →A man from Scotland has been charged by detectives from Cumberlands Community and Serious Organised Crime (CSOC) team after a vehicle he was travelling in was stopped with over 2kg of cocaine inside. Officers stopped the vehicle near Carlisle on 8 July and…
Read the full story →Two Cumbria police officers have been honoured at the National Police Bravery Awards after displaying extraordinary courage, professionalism and dedication to protecting the public during a violent knife attack in Carlisle. PCs Heather Watson and Matthew…
Read the full story →Fourteen businesses were subject to spot-checks across Carlisle in a multi-agency operation to target organised immigration crime on the high street. Nine vehicles – three e-bikes and six cars - were also pulled over and checked as part of the latest move…
Read the full story →Two men have been jailed for dealing cocaine and cannabis at Kendal Calling music festival last year. The men, from outside the county, were sentenced today (30 June) at Carlisle Crown Court after entering guilty pleas a at previous hearing. Emmanuel Bello,…
Read the full story →A man from Carlisle has been jailed for one count of assault, one count of intentional strangulation and one count of possession of class B drugs. Ross Henderson, 33, of Henderson Road, Carlisle was sentenced to two years in prison. He was found guilty of the…
Read the full story →A man has been jailed for six years and eight months following a stabbing in Carlisle. Marc Proudfoot, 33, of no fixed abode, was sentenced on Friday 19 June at Carlisle Crown Court for wounding with intent, possession of a bladed article and shoplifting. At…
Read the full story →Officers are appealing for witnesses to a collision in a car park in Carlisle. The collision involved a blue Nissan Note and a pedestrian at approximately 3:30pm yesterday (20 June) in Sainsbury’s car park on Church Street. The pedestrian, a woman aged…
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The Bitts Park Lodge in Carlisle, which was previously damaged by flooding, is set to be restored and reopened. The building served as a cottage for park keepers and will undergo renovations to bring it back into use.
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One Stop in Market Place Ulverston has been ordered to close for three months after a court heard evidence of persistent sales of illegal tobacco and non-compliant vaping products.
Read the full story →The organisers of the Tour de France Grand Départ in 2027 have given their support for the upcoming Carlisle Fireshow.
Read the full story →Work is now underway on the next phase of the Cumberland Sports Village in Workington, marking another important step forward for the major sports and community development.
Read the full story →Cumberland Council will be carrying out essential carriageway patching and pothole repair works on the B5299 between Buckabank and Welton.
Read the full story →Cumberland Council will be carrying out essential carriageway resurfacing works on the U2903 Station Road, Keswick.
Read the full story →A consultation and engagement exercise asking people for their views on how library services should be delivered in Brampton and Longtown has started.
Read the full story →Cumberland Council is set to carry out essential carriageway resurfacing works on the A69 Warwick Road in Carlisle to help keep the road safe and in good condition for road users.
Read the full story →Cumberland Council has officially celebrated the transformation of Carlisle Library with an opening ceremony, following the library's successful public reopening in August.
Read the full story →As autumn brings shorter days, more challenging weather conditions and increased pressures on households, businesses and communities, Connecting Cumbria is highlighting the vital role that reliable digital connectivity plays in building resilience across the…
Read the full story →Connecting Cumbria is highlighting the vital role that reliable digital connectivity plays in building resilience across the county.
Read the full story →At our recent supplier event for Westmorland and Furness Council's £0.5 billion capital programme, we brought together contractors, consultants and council officers to discuss upcoming projects and the role of social value in creating wider community benefits.
Read the full story →Council joins national campaign warning residents about criminal waste traders who pose as legitimate businesses.
Read the full story →Plans for a project to explore the historic connections between part of Kendal Museum's collection and the Nandi community of western Kenya have been approved, to help shape how they are understood and presented in the future.
Read the full story →Works to strengthen resilience at South Walney former landfill site have completed.
Read the full story →The future of adult social care is firmly in the national spotlight following the launch of the Big Conversation on Care, which is giving people across England a say on how care and support should work in the future.
Read the full story →Residents in Whitehaven and Egremont are being invited to have their say on plans to replace play equipment at two local play areas.
Read the full story →Businesses across Westmorland and Furness are being encouraged to help tackle hate crime by supporting staff, promoting reporting routes and helping create safe and inclusive workplaces, in a project by Westmorland and Furness Council and Cumbria Police to…
Read the full story →Westmorland and Furness Council has expressed disappointment in the government's decision that the Kendal Northern Access Route will not be part of its road and rail investment programme.
Read the full story →Ben Holliday has been appointed as the council's new Chief Innovation, Technology and Digital Officer.
Read the full story →Have your say on proposed Hackney Carriage taxi fares
Read the full story →Cumberland Council has carried out Operation Impact in Whitehaven, bringing together officers from Environmental Crime, Trading Standards, Licensing and Planning to engage with local businesses and promote high standards across the town centre.
Read the full story →Work is set to begin on a new play area in Bransty, Whitehaven, as part of Cumberland Council’s commitment to improving play facilities for children and families across the area.
Read the full story →Residents, businesses and road users are being advised that urgent carriageway resurfacing works will take place on the A594 at Dovenby from Monday 12 October.
Read the full story →The first-ever South Lakes Youth Work Summit, hosted by the South Lakes Youth Work Network (SLYWN) on 5 September, brought together youth workers, volunteers, trustees, community organisations and partners from across South Lakeland for a day of learning,…
Read the full story →Children, families and the wider Alston community are set to benefit from major investment in local education, as the Department for Education (DfE) are now in a position to formally confirm, working in partnership with Westmorland and Furness Council and the…
Read the full story →Changes to the way planning decisions are made will come in to force at the end of October.
Read the full story →Westmorland and Furness Council is promoting an enhanced Pass Plus scheme aimed at developing young drivers' skills and confidence, while helping to reduce casualties on our roads.
Read the full story →Cumberland Council is making good progress on repair works to Cumwhinton Ex-Railway Bridge, with the improvements helping to ensure the structure remains safe and reliable for years to come.
Read the full story →Cumberland Council has been shortlisted in the Campaign of the Year – Health and Safety or Educational Outreach category at the 2026 MRW National Recycling Awards, one of the UK's most respected celebrations of excellence in waste, recycling and resource…
Read the full story →People who are passionate about their local community and want to make a real difference to local people's lives are being encouraged to consider becoming a councillor.
Read the full story →People are being invited to share their views on proposals to improve walking and cycling access to the Sandgate area of Penrith town centre.
Read the full story →Visitors to this year’s Carlisle Fireshow are being asked to dig into the bottom of their pockets and support local charities.
Read the full story →Cumbria Fostering is urging more people across the county to consider fostering as it launches its latest recruitment campaign to find safe, stable and loving homes for local children.
Read the full story →Applications for next round of Council’s Greening Businesses Scheme are still open.
Read the full story →Cumberland Council is asking residents to share their views on possible changes to post-16 home-to-school transport for young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
Read the full story →Cumberland Council and Westmorland and Furness Council are inviting residents, passengers, businesses and community groups to take part in the next phase of the Cumbria Bus Reform Pilot Study.
Read the full story →Parkside Residential Care Home in Maryport achieved Veteran Friendly Framework (VFF) status.
Read the full story →Westmorland and Furness Council is continuing to deliver its most ambitious school maintenance programme to date, following a packed schedule of repairs and upgrades over the summer months.
Read the full story →A new heating solution will soon be in place at Ulverston Market Hall as part of Westmorland and Furness Council’s commitment to maintaining buildings and supporting the local economy in the town.
Read the full story →The Barrow Brilliant Futures Education Conference marked the beginning of the delivery phase of the Brilliant Futures programme, delivered by Westmorland and Furness Council and part of the work of Team Barrow under the Barrow Rising banner.
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A man has been charged with rape in connection with an incident that occurred at a holiday park in South Cumbria.
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TJ Hughes is set to open a new store in Egremont, which will create up to 15 jobs in the area.
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A Cartmel architectural firm has been appointed to oversee significant conservation efforts at two churches in Cumbria, with the project estimated to cost £3.8 million.
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Five individuals have been appointed as Deputy Lieutenants in Cumbria. Their roles will involve supporting civic activities and representing the King throughout the region.
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A man was sentenced to jail for his involvement in a cannabis farm in Cumbria, where the crop was valued at nearly £440,000. The judge expressed regret for delivering the sentence on the man's birthday.
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Jean Scott-Smith, who faced a ban on using her 79-year-old Cumbrian dialect in school, is now dedicated to preserving the language.
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Bright Horizons Nursery in Barrow-in-Furness will remain closed for an additional six weeks following a decision by Ofsted.
Read the full story →Officers executed a warrant at an address in Barrow on Wednesday 14 October as part of Operation Alliance, Cumbria Police's response to serious and organised crime. Officers from the Westmorland and Furness Community Serious and Organised Crime (CSOC) team,…
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Ford has confirmed its decision to relocate its headquarters back to Cumbria as part of its participation in the World Rally Championship.
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Cumbria Constabulary is enhancing its presence in the community by assigning officers back to frontline positions. This initiative aims to address and reduce incidents of anti-social behaviour in the area.
Read the full story →Neighbourhood policing across Cumbria has been strengthened following a significant investment in Community Beat Officers (CBO’s), providing communities with a greater local policing presence. Through Neighbourhood Policing Guarantee funding, Cumbria…
Read the full story →Police in Cumbria are urging people to check with vulnerable and older family and friends - following a number of reported frauds in recent days. People were targeted by phone in Workington, the Penrith area and in the south of the county this weekend by…
Read the full story →Cumbria Police is supporting Hate Crime Awareness Week, taking place from 10 to 17 October 2026, to raise awareness of hate crime, encourage reporting, and reassure communities that hate crime will not be tolerated. A hate crime is any criminal offence which…
Read the full story →Cumbria Police executed a warrant at an address in Bowness-on-Windermere on Wednesday 7 October as part of Operation Alliance, the Constabulary's dedicated response to serious and organised crime. Officers from the Westmorland and Furness Community Serious…
Read the full story →Cumbria Police took part in a national three-week road safety operation focusing on young drivers, in an effort to improve road safety on Cumbria’s roads. Operation Spotlight is a national road safety operation which focuses on the Fatal…
Read the full story →Cumbria Police executed warrants at addresses in Cumbria on Wednesday morning (30 Sept) as part of Operation Alliance – the Constabulary’s dedicated operation protecting the county against serious and organised crime. Officers carried out early morning action…
Read the full story →Cumbria Police utilised a specially-equipped HGV cab as part of its road safety efforts on Cumbria’s roads last week. The latest deployment of Operation Tramline in the county took place last week between 22 Sept and 25 Sept as part of the Constabulary’s work…
Read the full story →Officers are urging people to look out for a wanted sex offender with links to Cumbria, Hampshire, Edinburgh and Glasgow Michal Rygielski is wanted by Cumbria Police. The 38-year-old is wanted after failing to comply with a sex offenders notification order…
Read the full story →Police received reports this morning (22 Sept) at 7:04am of an ongoing property fire near to the Coast Road, Barrow. Cumbria Police, Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service and North West Ambulance Service are currently in attendance. The Coast Road, Barrow is…
Read the full story →A hearing was held on Friday (4 Sept) following a Class A drug supply conviction in December 2025. John Michael Ward aged 60 was convicted in December 2025 of possession with intent to supply cocaine. Man jailed for drug supply - Cumbria Constabulary A…
Read the full story →Cumbria Police is marking national Rural Crime Week of Action by recognising the vital work carried out every day by our Rural Crime Team to protect communities, tackle crime and support those living and working in rural areas across the county. Throughout…
Read the full story →Cumbria Police are appealing for information on the whereabouts of two individuals who are wanted. The following two individuals are all wanted on recall to prison: Krys Ritson, 38 years old from Whitehaven. He also has links to Workington and Lancashire. Zoe…
Read the full story →Cumbria Police are using a new national AI-powered call routing system designed to help members of the public reach the right service more quickly, while reducing pressure on police call handlers. The new technology, introduced today (18 August), will…
Read the full story →A man from Barrow has been convicted after an incident involving an off-road bike in September 2024. Harrison Ainsbury, 20, of Watergarth, Barrow appeared before Barrow-in-Furness Magistrates' Court yesterday (12 August) after pleading guilty to driving a…
Read the full story →Cumbria Police is appealing for information after a report that a child was approached by a man in Rawlinson Street yesterday evening (12 Aug). The approach is believed to have occurred at around 7.45pm. Whilst there was no physical contact with the…
Read the full story →Cumbria Police is appealing for witnesses and video footage as part of an investigation into a series of burglaries and thefts in rural areas. On Friday evening (7 Aug), into the early hours of Saturday (8 Aug), police received a number of reports of groups…
Read the full story →Drink and drug drivers were among those targeted in Cumbria during a national month-long road safety campaign targeting the Fatal Four. Operation Spotlight is a national road safety operation which focuses on the Fatal Four: Speeding Using a mobile phone at…
Read the full story →Furness Neighbourhood Policing Team, alongside partners from Immigration Enforcement, Trading Standards, HMRC, Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service and Westmorland and Furness Council, made four arrests and seized a number of illicit goods during a large-scale…
Read the full story →A week-long countywide operation targeting wanted individuals resulted in arrests for offences including Class A drug supply, sexual offences and violence. Operation Merlin is Cumbria Constabulary���s on-going operation seeking out wanted individuals,…
Read the full story →A new multi-agency way of helping people suffering domestic abuse in Cumbria has been officially launched with an event near Penrith. High-risk offenders are being targeted – and their victims protected – through the Drive Project in Cumbria. This sees…
Read the full story →A dedicated road safety operation using a specially equipped HGV cab has identified several motorists putting themselves and others at risk on Cumbria's roads. The latest deployment of Operation Tramline, which took place week between 13th and 20th July,…
Read the full story →Police are appealing for information following two incidents of exposure in the West Cumbria area. The first incident took place on the evening of 11 July on Parton Beach, at approximately 7:30pm. The second took place around 3.30pm on 22 July in the area…
Read the full story →A man has been charged after officers stopped his vehicle and located 1kg of cocaine. Njazi Altini, 37, of Golders Green Road, London was charged by detectives from Westmorland and Furness’ CID with possession with intent to supply cocaine and was remanded…
Read the full story →Cumbria Constabulary has secured the top grading under a new national police performance framework, reinforcing its reputation as one of the highest-performing forces in the country HMICFRS has graded the Constabulary with a Level One in the new Policing…
Read the full story →Digital experts at Cumbria Police have reached out to offer advice to hundreds of schools, businesses and charities to warn them about cyber crime during a week-long campaign. Officers and staff from the county’s Cyber and Digital Crime Unit have offered…
Read the full story →Neighbourhood policing teams across Cumbria delivered a week of proactive activity last week to tackle crime, address anti-social behaviour and strengthen community relationships as part of national Neighbourhood Policing Week (15-19 June). Officers and…
Read the full story →Copeland Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT), alongside Cumbria Police’s Tactical Support Group and the Constabulary Nuclear Estates Team, have been carrying out warrant activity in West Cumbria this week as part of Neighbourhood Policing Week. A warrant…
Read the full story →Cumbria Police’s dedicated road safety operation, Operation Colossus, was in Cleator Moor, South Whitehaven and St Bees on Friday 12 June, as part of ongoing efforts to keep roads safe across the county. Officers were out throughout the afternoon, stopping a…
Read the full story →South Lakes Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) have this week secured two closure orders at separate properties on Kirkland View, Kendal. Police were granted the orders at South Cumbria Magistrates Court yesterday (16 June). The closure orders follow repeated…
Read the full story →Copeland Neighbourhood Policing Team and the Local Focus Hub welcomed a number of guests on 15 June 2026, including the Mayor of Whitehaven, Councillor Raymond Gill, the Deputy Lord Lieutenant for Cumbria, Gerard Richardson, and Whitehaven Town Council Clerk,…
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