These include the High Sheriff, appointed annually, and the King’s representative, the Lord Lieutenant and their deputies (also known as DLs). In the 21st century, in a world populated by influencers, ...

John Osborne is a Partner at Harrison Drury Solicitors in Kendal. In his spare time he loves playing guitar and has achieved a lifelong dream ...

A CARLISLE construction firm established more than 50 years ago is now at the heart of a new venture led by former Stobart boss Andrew Tinkler.

Peter Tyson’s latest store, located near Distington, is set to welcome shoppers from 9am on Saturday, July 5. The first 100 customers who spend more than £100 will receive a free pair of JBL earbuds ...

Carlisle-based Paramount Legal Costs and Liverpool’s KE Costs have merged to form Peak Costs, now a major provider of legal costs services to law firms across England and Wales. Martin Walsh, managing ...

A golf day fundraiser was held at Tyneside Golf Club to raise funds in memory of a former Carlisle car dealership manager.

From hair to hat making, an Ulverston milliner is proving to be a cut above the rest as her quirky creations stand out from the crowd. With the races and a new season of events underway, it may be the ...

An established bookshop in Ambleside is celebrating its 70th birthday. Fred's Bookshop was originally opened by Fred Holdsworth in the mid-1950s at Central Buildings, selling a mix of books and ...

Jennings Brewery in Cockermouth, established nearly 200 years ago, has reopened, following its closure in 2022 by Carlsberg Marston’s. The site was acquired in February by Kurt and Rebecca Canfield, ...

A Cumbrian teenager who gave up his weekends and school holidays for work experience is forging a career path as a civil engineer.

A sommelier from Cumbria has been ranked in the top 10 of a prestigious national list. Valentin Mouillard, the group head sommelier for the Umbel Restaurant Group, which includes Simon Rogan’s ...

A Cumbrian wine sommelier has been named among the UK’s best. Dan Bennett, front of house manager at Heft in High Newton, has earned his place on the Taylor’s Port UK Top 100 Sommelier List for the ...