THESE were the top-performing stories on The Mail this week.

Ulverston woman dishonestly claimed over £17,000 of PIP payments

A BENEFITS fraudster claimed over £17,000 worth of disability payments which she was not entitled to, a court heard.

Great Urswick pub General Burgoyne announces closure

THE landlords of the General Burgoyne in Great Urswick have announced its immediate closure and will cease operations from today (March 20). 

Dave Myers' heartrending final words to Hairy Bikers fans

Dave Myers' final onscreen message has been revealed in the last Hairy Bikers episode.

Bluebird K7 engine owner Geoff Beck speaks out

An engineer has spoken out about the reasons he took the engine out of Bluebird K7 before her return.

Lake District village among the best chocolate box villages

The Lake District is renowned for its villages and towns that look like something out of a fairy tale or storybook.

Low Fell Gate Caravan Site in Grange extension refused

PLANS to extend a caravan park in south Cumbria have been refused by the council.

Mohammed Ramzan escapes immediate custody for harassment charges

A FAMILY installed CCTV cameras around their home after a former business owner repeatedly posted offensive and abusive content about them online, a court heard.

Three vehicles involved in a crash on the A590 near Newlands

THREE vehicles were involved in a crash on the A590 near Newlands.

Passengers evacuated after sinkhole derails Barrow train

Passengers evacuated after train derailed between Barrow and Lancaster - Live

USDAW disputes shift change plan at Cavaghan and Gray in Cumbria

A MAJOR Carlisle employer is entering talks with a union over proposals to change shift patterns.