Errors in the employment tribunal judgment involving nurse Sandie Peggie are “absolutely scandalous”, JK Rowling has said. The Harry Potter author was reacting on social media after part of the ...

A number of planning applications were lodged across Cumbria this week, including residential conversions, extensions, changes of use and agricultural buildings. Here is a round-up of the applications ...

Emergency agencies are still on standby to ensure they are in position to respond effectively to major incidents.

At least 12 people, including a British-born rabbi, have died after two gunmen targeted a Jewish celebration at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia ...

At least 12 people, including a British-born rabbi, have died and 29 were injured when two “terrorist” gunmen targeted a Jewish celebration at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australian police have said.

The Department of Foreign Affairs said it was not aware of any citizens who have been ‘impacted directly’ by the gun attack at Sydney’s ...

A Lake District hotel is offering free winter wedding packages for couples looking for a fairytale setting on their big day.

STRONG winds have forced the A66 to close to high-sided vehicles for the second time in just 24 hours. The closure affects the route between Scotch Corner and Penrith, with drivers warned to expect ...

Smoke alarms and quick action from residents prevented a serious incident in a Lake District village, firefighters said.

Two people were killed and nine others wounded in the incident at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, on Saturday.

Police will put more officers into Jewish communities after an antisemitic terrorist attack at Bondi Beach in Australia. Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of lights also known as Chanukah, begins on ...