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Brunton Park's lowest ever crowd watches Carlisle United beat Harrogate in Trophy
Carlisle United 2 Harrogate Town 0: Brunton Park's all-time lowest crowd saw two-goal Jordan Gibson keep the Blues' Bristol Street Motors Trophy hopes alive. Just 716 fans were at the northern group C game - comfortably breaking the previous record
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I'm a Celebrity's Grace Dent 'proud' of what makes Cumbrian food 'cool'
Cumbria's Grace Dent is set to appear on I'm a Celebrity and might be this year's camp cook given her credentials. The Carlisle-born restaurant critic is renowned in the food world for her brutally expert opinion displayed on shows such as Masterchef
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Carlisle United v Harrogate Town - as it happened
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Café hands out free hot drinks on Remembrance Sunday to those selling poppies
WESTMINISTER Café Bar in Whitehaven offered out free hot chocolates on Remembrance Sunday to those selling poppies. The Whitehaven Sea Cadets were selling poppies and taking part in parades on Sunday in Whitehaven, when Westminster Café Bar offered
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More fan photos from Carlisle United v Bristol Rovers!
The Blues' support remains steadfast and impressive even as the team struggles in League One. Here's the second of our fan galleries as 7,838 supporters watched Carlisle United's 1-0 defeat to Bristol Rovers. Photographer Ben Holmes was at
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Museum's 'rainforest' exhibition damaged and closed after Storm Debi
THE Rum Story's rainforest exhibition has been damaged by Storm Debi, rendering it closed to the public. Yesterday's rain water 'aggravated existing issues' at the museum, many of which aren't unusual for an old building. The Rum Story said
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Over 50 homes without power in Carlisle
OVER 50 homes are without power in Carlisle. The incident impacting 52 homes in the Castle and Cathedral area of the city was first reported at 3.08pm. Power is expected to be restored at around 9.08pm (November 14). Postcodes impacted
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Questions raised over rising number of vacancies at Sellafield after Covid
QUESTIONS have been asked over whether a staff shortage at Sellafield nuclear power plant is affecting safety at the site. The issue was raised at this month's meeting of the west Cumbria sites stakeholder group at Cleator Moor Civic Hall.
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First odds revealed for I'm a Celeb: how does Cumbrian Grace fare?
BOOKIES have had their say on the runners and riders for this year's ITV I'm A Celeb, with a Carlisle-born food critic coming in with the slimmest chance of winning this year's show. Food critic and writer Grace Dent is set to appear on the latest
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Nick Anderton: I'd love to get back into football
Nick Anderton is targeting a return to football after coming through a gruelling cancer fight. The former Carlisle United captain, 27, retired earlier this year amid his health battle. But Anderton, who was United’s special guest at Saturday
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News & Star readers can subscribe for just £6 for 6 months in this Black Friday sale
READERS who want to subscribe to our news site can enjoy an exclusive offer of £6 for 6 months or 50% off an annual subscription during our limited-time promotion. A digital subscription is the best way to read our news site online, as subscribers
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Newcastle linked with Cumbrian star Branthwaite
Newcastle United are the latest club to be linked with a big-money move for Cumbrian star Jarrad Branthwaite. Reports on Tuesday said the Magpies are considering a January swoop for Everton's ex-Carlisle United defender. Branthwaite has shone
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League One: Simmo's former colleague lands top job
One of Paul Simpson's former England colleagues has landed a top job with one of Carlisle United's League One rivals. Michael Skubala has been unveiled as the new head coach at Lincoln City. The 41-year-old replaces Mark Kennedy at the Sincil
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Meet the company that keeps the wind farm turbines turning
SINCE they first began turning around 13 years ago, the 58 turbines that make up the Robin Rigg offshore wind farm have produced 174MW of energy. However, life is tough for a turbine facing the assault of the elements in the Solway Firth, and the
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House of Fraser building in Carlisle sold for around £750,000
THE House of Fraser building on English Street in Carlisle city centre has sold for around £750,000, according to the estate agents. The prominent site on Carlisle’s high street, which dates back to 1906, was available to purchase for £750,000
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This is what can happen to your body when you quit smoking and start vaping
Although vaping has been an alternative to smoking cigarettes for a few years, it’s not been around long enough for scientists to know the “long-term effects.” Many will have switched to e-cigarettes to avoid inhaling tobacco which can be the cause
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Jonnie Irwin spent 4 days in hospital in latest setback amid terminal cancer battle
A Place in the Sun presenter Jonnie Irwin has returned home after another trip to the hospital amid his ongoing cancer battle. Irwin was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer back in August 2020, before in November 2022 he revealed it had also spread
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Blues Takeovers: Part Two - Courtenay sweeps in
The second part of a mini-series looking back at Carlisle United takeovers – what happened, what was said and how we reported it… The initial reaction, on Saturday, July 27, 2002, was one of disbelief – and the assumption that the News & Star’s
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Gogglebox star Scarlett Moffatt announces engagement to partner of five years
Scarlett Moffatt is on “cloud nine” after her partner Scott Dobinson proposed to her at home. The TV star, 33, said she had experienced “the most perfect proposal” and shared some pictures of the set up to her Instagram account. The pictures
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Coronation Street star 'reveals' new Rovers Return landlord in Instagram blunder
Eagle-eyed Coronation Street fans believe a backstage blunder from one of the show’s stars may have revealed the mystery of the Rovers Return landlord. Claire Sweeney took to Instagram this week to reveal her partner for the upcoming series of
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I'm A Celebrity 2023 line up confirmed from Josie Gibson to Nigel Farage
ITV has officially confirmed the ten celebrities who will be taking part in the 2023 edition of I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here! It comes after rumoured lineups saw much of the British public excited for the return of the popular reality TV
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XL Bully owners can now register their dogs for exemption - How it works
XL Bully owners can now register their dogs before the breed becomes illegal, the government has announced. Owners who want to keep their dogs must apply for an exemption scheme or they can choose to have their dog euthanised and apply for compensation
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Carlisle United will be 'tough' insists Harrogate's ex-Blues man Thirlwell
Former Carlisle United skipper Paul Thirlwell believes his old club will be “tough” opposition tonight despite their recent woes. Thirlwell, assistant manager of Harrogate Town, returns to Brunton Park for the Bristol Street Motors Trophy clash
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MBE for two Cumbrian voluntary groups
TEAMS of volunteers from two well-known groups in Cumbria are celebrating after being awarded The King's Award for Voluntary Service. This is the highest award a local voluntary group can receive in the UK. It is the MBE for voluntary groups.
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Money laundering arrests and stolen Mercedes recovered
CUMBRIA Police recovered a stolen Mercedes as well as arrested two people under money laundering suspicion last night (November 13). Cumbria's Firearms Support unit recovered the vehicle which has been outstanding since 2022 on the M6 near Penrith
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Storm Debi Aftermath: Updates across Cumbria
4:43pm We're about to end our live coverage for today - thank you for reading. Quick recap Strong winds and rain
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See the best News & Star Camera Club pictures
WE found some of the best News & Star Camera Club pictures from readers. Katie Whyte shared this autumn scene at Derwentwater. Paul Byers shared this image of a misty morning walk along the River Brathay. Lou Brown shared this
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'Can't wait' - Reactions to Showaddywaddy performing in Carlisle
We shared the news that popular rock and roll band, Showaddywaddy, are set to appear in Carlisle as part of their 50th anniversary tour. Formed in the 1970s in Leicester from several local bands, they have sold more than 20 million records and
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Drunk man held lighter and threatened to burn Carlisle office
A DRUNK man produced a lighter after making chilling threats to fetch petrol and 'light up' a Carlisle office where people are helped to quit substance misuse. Gary Colin Allan, a 55-year-old man with 144 past crimes to his name, was back in trouble
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Simmo targets much-needed boost against Harrogate in Trophy
Carlisle United boss Paul Simpson is targeting the confidence boost of victory over Harrogate Town in the Bristol Street Motors Trophy tonight. The Blues manager said a positive night at Brunton Park can provide a lift after recent struggles.
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Motor club donates £1,000 to two local charities in centenary year
A Cumbrian motor club have donated £1000 to two separate charities as they celebrate their 100th anniversary. Wigton Motor Club celebrated their centenary with a BBQ at the Motor House on Sunday, November 12 which was attended by over 120 members
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Labour candidate for Carlisle praises move to sack home secretary
The Labour candidate for Carlisle has praised Rishi Sunak's decision to sack the home secretary, Suella Braverman. Ms Braverman had been heavily criticised after calling the met police 'biased' when it came to dealing with protestors. Clashes
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Man who had sword at home admits possessing an offensive weapon
A WEST Cumbrian man who had a sword at his home has admitted being in possession of an offensive weapon. Thomas Clough, 36, changed his plea to guilty when he was due to stand trial at Workington Magistrates’ Court on Friday for possessing an offensive
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Adult learning will continue to be jointly delivered by two new councils
ADULT learning will continue to be run as a single service across Cumbria's two new unitary authorities, it has been revealed. Members of the joint executive committee of Cumberland and Westmorland & Furness councils were discussing a report on
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Cumbria law firm on path to expansion with new hire
Burnett Solicitors continues its expansion in Cumbria and into Lancashire with the appointment of Corporate Partner, Jennifer Bell. Jennifer Bell joins Burnetts from Knights Plc with over 15 years of corporate and commercial law expertise.
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Carlisle Talking Newspaper celebrates 40th anniversary with tea party
The Carlisle Talking Newspaper marked its 40th anniversary with a well-attended Tea Party at The Auctioneer. Established in 1983 as a project by the Rotary Club of Carlisle, The Carlisle Talking Newspaper, formerly known as The Carlisle Talking
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Cumbrian truck company marks 50 years of 'tramping'
IN the world of heavy goods vehicles, there are ‘trampers’ and there are ‘trunkers’. While trunking usually involves making deliveries on a regular, and often shorter route, ‘tramping’ refers to making journeys over a number of days, with the driver
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83-year-old pleads guilty to causing serious injury to cyclist
A PENSIONER has admitted that his careless driving resulted in a cyclist being badly hurt in a West Cumbria road collision. Allan William Locke, 83, appeared at Carlisle Crown Court earlier today (Monday). During a short hearing in front of
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Police taser use investigation scoops top media industry award
AN EXCLUSIVE News & Star investigation that raised questions about how police officers treat mentally ill suspects has scooped a top national award. At the Society of Editors' Media Freedom Awards 2023 ceremony, held in London last week, the News
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Wigton Motor Club marks centenary with donations to local charities
More than 120 members celebrated Wigton Motor Club's centenary at a barbecue on Sunday. The club, having enjoyed a successful centenary year, has now reached the 1,000 member milestone. During the morning of the celebration, long-term member
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Inquest jury finds that Brampton forklift truck driver's death was accidental
A JURY has ruled in a unanimous decision that the death of a man at a Carlisle business was accidental following a six day inquest at Cumbria House. Brian Tuddenham, 57, of Brampton, died in an incident with a forklift truck at the International