Reporters at The Westmorland Gazette have once again been busy this week, providing a range of stories that have piqued your interest.
These are the 10 articles that were read the most across the past seven days.
Lower level of car park closed with immediate effect
The Westmorland Shopping Centre car park in Kendal has been closed after an issue was discovered with concrete on a ramp.
Land to be sold for 25 new affordable homes
The council is set to sell land in Kendal to a social housing provider in a bid to provide more affordable homes.
Read more: Council to sell 'housing' land at High Sparrowmire, Kendal | The Westmorland Gazette
Bungalow in the Lake District worth £1 million
The property in Windermere is made from local stonework and comes with a hot tub, landscaped gardens and extra large walk-in shower.
Kendal researcher makes Alzheimer's breakthrough
A drug that could represent a new treatment for Alzheimer's has been developed by Dr Anthony Aggidis.
Read more: Alzheimer's treatment breakthrough for Kendal doctor | The Westmorland Gazette
Heritage centre saved from closure
Carnforth Heritage Centre looked set to close until the management of the centre was handed from the trust to a new steering group this month.
Mintcakes Stadium break-in leaves Kendal FC £800 worse off
Along with the £500-worth of essential kits stolen, £300-worth of damage has been done to club property.
Read more: Kendal FC: kits stolen and damage to stadium after break-in | The Westmorland Gazette
Litter picker never seen so much rubbish
A man who regularly litter picks in and around a Cumbrian river said he has never seen so many bottles and vapes as he did last weekend.
Improvements to Kendal Town Hall planned
The council wants to upgrade the reception and interview facilities to enhance the customer experience.
Read more: Westmorland and Furness Council to improve Kendal Town Hall | The Westmorland Gazette
Kendal pupils win national contest
Queen Katherine School pupils were crowned overall school champions in a 400-strong national contest at Giggleswick School.
Read more: Kendal pupils crowned overall champions at national contest | The Westmorland Gazette
Woman wins award for helping people lead healthier lives
Danii Vipond Houghton won the ukactive Physical Activity Hero Award 2024.
Read more: Cumbrian woman wins UKActive award for helping others | The Westmorland Gazette
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