Penrith12 hrs agoRoad upgrade timeline almost doubled to nine yearsThe government says it makes dualling the A66 through Cumbria, Durham and Yorkshire more affordable.12 hrs ago3 days agoStorm-hit families keep 'brave face' without powerThousands of families start half term with camping stoves and candlelit dinners during Storm Boelo.3 days ago7 days ago'Inexperienced' hiker lost on rainy night rescuedA 30-year-old woman is found at risk of hypothermia after getting lost at Lining Crag.7 days ago8 days agoWinter festival cancelled ahead of Storm BoeloThe event, which had been previously held in Penrith, was to take place in Carlisle on Saturday. 8 days ago8 days agoNearly 200 compete in debut games for older peopleTeams from Carlisle, Westmorland and Gateshead competed at the Northern England Better Club Games.8 days ago20 Oct 2026Spelling blunders on £170,000 town centre signsThe new signs are part of a project to improve navigation and information in the Cumbrian town.20 Oct 202613 Oct 2026Questions continue over festival move discussionsDiscussions concerning a Carlisle event began more than a month before the move was announced.13 Oct 202612 Oct 2026Double mini-roundabout 'causing unnecessary risks'Residents share their opinions about a double mini-roundabout in Penrith that is facing removal.12 Oct 202611 Oct 2026Arson arrest after town centre flat fireNo serious injuries are reported, but some people sought medical help.11 Oct 2026...
