Reverend Dr Emma Ineson is to become the next Suffragon Bishop of Penrith.



Cumbria has its first female Bishop

The Lake District village took part in an international multi-faith day of action.

Hawkshead's Mitzvah Day supports those less fortunate

Paul Brand talks to the Cumbrian MP in his first major TV interview since stepping down as Lib Dem leader

The Rt Rev’d James Newcome says if major changes aren't made, the strain on NHS services will become "intolerable".

LGBT groups have staged a protest outside a church in Dumfries, where a South African pastor accused of homophobia has been speaking.

The 140-year-old event is expected to bring 15,000 people to the town, providing a big boost for local businesses.

The High Court has ruled in favour of three families, including one from Cumbria, who had brought the legal challenge.

The family is one of three taking High Court action against the Government, for leaving out "non-religious world views" from the new GCSE.

Half of Cumbria's 650 churches are 'struggling financially and urgently need help', according to a new survey.


Rose Castle is to be put on the open market after the Rose Castle Foundation's offer has been deemed unviable. 