Cumbria

Paul Barnes said he was relieved because the conviction had caused him 18 months of "turmoil".

Sharon Hesketh is handed a suspended sentence for stealing £2,735 from the three men.

The rare lunar rainbow was photographed over Cumbria during the super worm moon.

It is hoped the first projects backed by the recently-announced funding could start before the end of the year.

Those in favour said the mine would bring desperately needed jobs in West Cumbria.

He threatened to stab the teenager in the neck then hugged the victim after taking £15 from him.

Heritage bosses hope the popularity of the TV phenomenon will inspire more people to visit Hadrian's Wall.

Council chiefs say the proposed venture is too close to a church, homes and a cinema.

Carlisle City Council has received objections from residents, church leaders and community groups.

People from Canada, Japan, Australia, Hong Kong and Mexico took part, preserving the festival's popularity.

Commuters face disruption after heavy rain has flooded train lines and a motorway in northern England.

Taxi drivers point out they are already subject to regulations and enforcement is the real issue.

Live coverage of Saturday's National League game between Eastleigh and Barrow.

Live coverage of Saturday's League Two game between Forest Green Rovers and Carlisle United.

Michael Guest says he offered his apologies for non-attendance and the disqualification is invalid.

A Carlisle organisation, which uses funds from Comic Relief, helped a couple struggling after the birth of their daughter.

Firefighters spent about an hour at the house, although no-one was hurt.

The Scottish government says it is prepared to make the investment over 10 years to boost the area's economy.

Live coverage of Tuesday's League Two game between Carlisle United and Notts County.

Strong winds with gusts of up to 80mph are expected in parts of the UK later, the Met Office says.