Cockermouth15 hrs agoDriver who ignored warnings jailed for fatal crashGeorge Jackson died when his car was struck by Noel Peter Collins' vehicle head-on, a court hears.15 hrs ago8 days agoFord returns to outfit in World Rally ChampionshipFord announces it will return its headquarters to Cumbria for the World Rally Championship.8 days ago9 Oct 2026Key road to close for resurfacing worksResurfacing works are to last for four days on parts of the A594 around Dovenby, near Cockermouth.9 Oct 202611 Sept 2026Severe weather threat renews town's flood concernsSome businesses in Cockermouth town centre are worried the building could collapse further.11 Sept 20269 Sept 2026Play in development inspired by Take That rumourThe play being developed was inspired by a rumour that Take That were booked to play in Cockermouth.9 Sept 20261 Sept 2026Former coroner's court to be sold offThe building in Cockermouth is not needed as the court moved to Workington earlier this year.1 Sept 202631 Aug 2026Musical about me 'better not be rubbish' warns AllardyceThe writer of the Sam Allardyce musical says the football legend has helped to shape the project.31 Aug 202625 Aug 2026Disruption warning as bridges to close for repairsDrivers are warned of travel disruption in Cumbria as two bridges are set to close for repairs.25 Aug 202625 Aug 2026WW2 shell 'livened up' heritage auditA shell was donated 30 years ago but had not been checked over since, a heritage group says.25 Aug 2026...
