Archive
-
Date
'Despair to delirium' - new book charts Carlisle United's incredible revival
“It’s the sort of thing you couldn’t script,” says Howard Falshaw, looking back with a faint air of disbelief even now. Carlisle United’s revival under Paul Simpson has been captured for all time in a book by Howard, a former teacher and lifelong Blues
-
Date
Strictly viewers declare the show is ‘rigged’ over ‘wrong decision’ elimination
Viewers of Strictly Come Dancing have declared that they think the BBC show is rigged as a fan favourite celebrity was eliminated. Irish TV presenter Angela Scanlon became the ninth celebrity to be eliminated in week ten of the competition, losing
-
Date
See the ninth celebrity eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing in week ten
As celebrities faced the quarter-finals in BBC Strictly Come Dancing, viewers were left in shock as a fan favourite contestant was eliminated. With just six celebrities left, the competition was getting tougher as week nine saw presenter Angela
-
Date
Simmo: 'Hopefully something will happen very soon...'
Listen to Paul Simpson talking to the News & Star about Carlisle United's draw with Charlton Athletic, the Piataks' arrival, more squad news, signings and the next challenge at Reading... Click on the Play button below to hear our interview with
-
Date
Charlton boss reacts to his side's failure to beat Carlisle United
Charlton Athletic boss Michael Appleton blamed a lack of killer instinct for their failure to beat Carlisle United. The visiting boss was frustrated after ex-Addicks defender Sam Lavelle earned a point for Carlisle at Brunton Park. Corey Blackett-Taylor
-
Date
Mountain rescue teams assist walkers and bikers on fells
Cockermouth Mountain Rescue assisted Keswick Mountain Rescue with a number of incidents. Other mountain rescue teams were also involved in the incidents. A spokesperson said: "Penrith Mountain Rescue Team went to deal with a callout above
-
Date
'Delighted with him' - Simmo hails Blues debut star
Paul Simpson has saluted Josh Emmanuel for an impressive Carlisle United debut. And the Blues boss is confident the new signing is ready for a second game in four days on Tuesday night. Emmanuel went straight into the side to face Charlton
-
Date
Cumberland Council reveal bin costs
IF THERE was no charge to residents for wheelie bins and waste containers it would have cost Cumberland Council £313,000, it has been revealed. On Tuesday (November 21), at a meeting of the full council in the Civic Centre in Carlisle, two independent
-
Date
Rescue operation aids injured woman on Sleet Fell
MOUNTAIN rescuers sprang into action to help a hiker who injured her ankle. Patterdale Mountain Rescue Team was called out on Saturday afternoon after a female hiker slipped on grass while descending the path from High Dodd. Upon reaching the
-
Date
In pictures: Piataks at their first game as Carlisle United owners
It was a landmark day at Carlisle United as the Piatak era got under way. And the Blues' new American owners received a huge welcome from fans at the 10,000+ crowd at Brunton Park. From a rapturous reception on the pitch to mingling with fans
-
Date
Police investigate brutal car park assault causing serious injuries
Police are investigating an assault which caused the victim serious injuries. Police were contacted shortly after 7.30pm on November 24 by North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) to a report of a man suffering serious injuries in the rear car park
-
Date
Boy, 14, arrested after children 'sexually assaulted'
Police are investigating a report of a teenage cyclist sexually assaulting two separate children on consecutive days. The first incident happened on Upperby Road, Carlisle, at around 7.55am on November 23. The second happened the next day on
-
Date
Mountain rescue teams assist walker with injured ankle on Remembrance Day
MOUNTAIN Rescue teams were called out to assist a walker who had injured their ankle. Wasdale MRT was alerted by Cockermouth MRT was alerted to the incident on Great Gable on November 12. A spokesperson said: "A very brief alert when a request
-
Date
Protect your home against freezing conditions this winter with expert advice
The time of year has come when temperatures plunge sub-zero - creating many potential hazards in and around your home. While the wintery weather might be a nice relief from the wind and rain we’ve been experiencing of late, it can bring with it
-
Date
Christmas art event to showcase diverse talent in North Cumbria
A disability arts charity in North Cumbria is inviting people to its free Christmas event to celebrate diverse local artists. Prism Arts’ Yuletide Showcase takes place at the Central Methodist Hall on Market Street in Carlisle on December 13, starting
-
Date
Mountain rescue team assist female walker who had injured leg
Patterdale Mountain Rescue was tasked with helping an injured walker. A woman had slipped and hurt her leg on a wet grassy area. A spokesperson said: "The Team was tasked by Cumbria Police to a female who had been walking in the Hartsop/Deepdale
-
Date
Six bedroomed property Aspen House on the market for £525,000
THIS week one of our top properties in North Cumbria is this detached house for sale in Carlisle. Aspen house comes with six bedrooms and three bathrooms and has a guide price of £525,000. It is described as a stunning semi-rural residence
-
Date
Strictly Come Dancing 2023 Week 10 exit 'leaked' which causes debate among fans
The Week 10 elimination for Strictly Come Dancing 2023 has been leaked ahead of the results show on Sunday (November 26) and it has caused some debate among fans. Newsquest will not reveal the details of which two celebrities found themselves in
-
Date
Cumbrian speed camera van locations revealed for November 26
Police are operating speed camera vans in Cumbria today. They are operating on the A66 east from Penrith and the A6 between Carlisle and Penrith.
-
Date
Carlisle United boss hopes to seal new signing this week
Paul Simpson hopes to bring in a new goalkeeper “very soon” to bolster Carlisle United’s squad. The Blues boss says an experienced free agent is training with the club. United’s manager hopes a deal can be struck early this week – possibly
-
Date
Windermere crowned the second most picturesque place to go boating in the UK
British boaters and holidaymakers love making the most out of our historic canals and rivers, but what part of the UK is actually best for it? Well, somehow Windermere was voted the second-best yachting location despite being England's largest
-
Date
Cumberland council adopt definition of antisemitism at meeting
COUNCILLORS have agreed to officially adopt the International Holocaust Remembrance Association's definition of antisemitism in north Cumbria. Councillors David Moore (Gosforth, Conservative) and Tony Markley (Solway Coast, Conservative) proposed
-
Date
Hospice launches online charity auction featuring signed Gareth Southgate shirt
A LOCAL charity has launched an online auction as it aims to raise funds over the Christmas period. Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw Cumbria’s Children’s Hospice launched the charity auction on Friday, November 17, with it set to conclude at 12pm
-
Date
Helping Hands initiative to be highlighted in forthcoming podcast
The work of an arts project that has helped hundreds of people find fulfilling volunteering roles in Cumbria is highlighted in a forthcoming podcast. Helping Hands is a two-year initiative, funded by Arts Council England, which breaks down barriers
-
Date
'Just the tattoo of us': Couple get matching tattoos on their wedding day
A CUMBRIAN couple walked away with matching tattoos on their wedding day, then jetted off for a honeymoon in Jamaica. Courtney, 28, and Scott Bell, 26, from Whitehaven, stuck to the theme of 'matching' through to their wedding day after they 'matched
-
Date
Friends of the Lake District enjoy 'fantastic' volunteering event
Friends of the Lake District’s mass volunteering event took place on Friday, November 17, bringing together 60 volunteers, task leaders and Friends staff at sites around Buttermere valley to carry out a wide range of conservation tasks. Teamwork
-
Date
Cumberland Council unveils new gum-busting machines
Cumberland Council have unveiled a new state-of-the-art cleaning machine that promises to rid the streets of chewing gum. The council has integrated the cutting-edge gum-busting machine into its street-cleansing equipment, which can significantly
-
Date
Macmillan to invest £100,000 to develop the cancer nursing workforce in north Cumbria
Macmillan is investing over £100,000 to develop the cancer nursing workforce in north Cumbria. Too many people in the north of England cannot access specialist cancer care, and Macmillan say they know what an amazing impact a Macmillan Nurse can
-
Date
Artist Nanette Madan’s solo star-themed exhibition at The Sawmill
The Sawmill in Nether Wasdale is hosting an artist's solo art exhibition called “Among Stars, Starlings and Star Jelly.” Nanette Madan will be hosting her first solo exhibition since she held one at Brantwood in Coniston in 2008. The full
-
Date
Carlisle man named top student worldwide at London education awards
A man from Carlisle has been named the top student worldwide at an awards for the Guild of Architectural Ironmongers (GAI). Andy Hullock made the significant train journey from Carlisle to London for the annual GAI education awards on Thursday
-
Date
Looking back at Brunton Park throughout the decades
TODAY, we are looking back at Brunton Park memories throughout the years, and how the stadium has changed. Brunton Park, opened in 1909 and home to Carlisle United, remains England's largest football stadium not all-seated. It initially had a certified
-
Date
Cumbrian karate students see success in international competition
Eight students of a Cumbrian karate squad saw success at an international competition in France. The group, all brown and black belts, are based in Cockermouth and are a part of Cumbria Karate Academy. Cumbria Karate Academy is made up of four
-
Date
Looking back at old pictures of Carlisle College
IN this edition of nostalgia, we are looking back at memories of Carlisle College. One of the key components of the college's history was the Carlisle Art College, which was established in 1854 by the Carlisle School of Art. The institution