These are five court and crime stories covered by The Westmorland Gazette recently.
Kits stolen and stadium damaged after Kendal FC break-in
Thieves have stolen hundreds of pounds worth of kits after breaking into the Kendal Town FC stadium on Parkside Road.
Read more: Kendal FC: kits stolen and damage to stadium after break-in | The Westmorland Gazette
Police stop driver in midnight drug and traffic offence
Rural police in South Lakes pulled over a driver during a routine inspection on October 5 who had a tyre 'worn so badly the cord was exposed.'
Police crackdown on traffic offences in Windermere
One motorist had their vehicle impounded whilst another was given a court summons, before a motorcyclist was given penalty points for failing to stop.
Read more: Windermere: Police crackdown on traffic offences on 'busy' day' | The Westmorland Gazette
Man sentenced after stealing expensive coat
Ryan Palmer, of no fixed abode, pleaded guilty to stealing a coat valued at £199.99 belonging to TK Maxx on Stricklandgate in Kendal.
Man stole thousands from Brewery Arts Centre
A site manager has been ordered to pay compensation after he admitted to stealing thousands of pounds from the popular entertainment venue.
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