The pre-election is heating up.

AS pre-election activities begin to heat up it was interesting to hear the variety of opinions of those living in the town and the changes they want to see from the successful candidate.

I think the main needs that have been stressed by individuals, business owners and groups in the town is that more equality and support needs to... [more]

Poet's poem for town

I was delighted to hear that so many youngsters and adults in Cockermouth were inspired by the Poet Laureate’s readings of her poetry, last week.

Carol Ann Duffy, as charming as her poetry, braved the wet and windy weather and seemed genuinely pleased to visit the area. She has gone on to prove her admiration for the local people and... [more]

Let us show the world we are recovering

THE only message that has been coming out of Cockermouth for the last few months is that the town is open for business

When the floods hit in November all that was broadcast on our TV screens and on the internet was a broken town that was suffering in the aftermath of the worst flooding in living memory.

That is far from the case... [more]

Light at the end of the tunnel

THERE is a renewed sense of optimism in Cockermouth following the reopening of the bridges and Main Street this week.

This was coupled with news that more businesses were returning to the Main Street and shows that slowly but surely that Cockermouth is returning to normality.

Even though there is still only around 20 per cent of the... [more]

Broughton villagers concerns

Broughton villagers have expressed their concerns over the lack of a parish council in the village.

Whilst out and about on my travels this week I have had the pleasure of speaking to many Broughton residents who have expressed their concerns over no longer having a parish council in the village. The village has been plagued with... [more]