KAREN Stalker is someone who knows what it is like to deal with tough times. Over the last 15 years, Stalkers Transport Services, which she runs alongside brother David, has weathered bereavement and ...

A farm shop has opened in Kendal town centre offering local and luxury produce from artisan makers. Spinning Jennies farm shop opened its doors on April 24, part of a larger development on the site of ...

Why is everyone so angry on LinkedIn? by Martin Norris of Realise HR Martin writes: 'Every time I log into social media, it’s there. Anger, passive or otherwise, bubbling away, charging my feed with ...

David says there are opportunities for local businesses to maximise their interaction with supply chains both locally and abroad, including pooling their skills with other companies to make combined ...

The Pencil Factory was redeveloped around its original steel frame and retains the original ‘Home of Cumberland Pencils’ sign above the entrance, which was completely restored and remounted. The ...

British Garden Centres (BGC) has 73 branches across the country and Hayes is the latest acquisition for the chain.

A housebuilding project in the Lake District has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability and biodiversity.

Thousands of self-employed people in Cumbria are being urged to prepare for a major change in how they report income tax.

Furness Building Society has pledged £10,000 for a summer packed with community events in Barrow. The money will be given to assist with various local projects this summer, including mini-festivals, ...

A distillery in the Lake District is in high spirits as they open a new venue. After an extensive refurbishment, Grasmere Distillery has announced the launch of The Distiller’s Arms. Formerly known as ...

As an accountant you've got to be good at communication but you've also got to have a good understanding of business. Every business is different, so you have to be really adaptable in what you do.

See if your neighbour needs permission to enter your garden and what the law says - find out if you have to allow your neighbour access ...