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Ant and Dec issue update on I'm a Celebrity's Grace Dent after 'mental battle'
Cumbria's Grace Dent quit ITV's I'm a Celebrity for medical reasons amid growing concerns for the food critic. On Friday, the MasterChef star was up for her first trial and seemed to be defeated from the off. However, the Carlisle-born food
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Loan watch and ex-Blues: Nugent on target in cup thriller
Carlisle United’s Kai Nugent grabbed a goal in a high-scoring Scottish Cup clash for Annan Athletic on Saturday. The teenage Blues loanee was on target for Peter Murphy’s side in a dramatic 5-4 defeat to Dumbarton. Nugent’s second goal for
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Cumbrian scout leader and former headteacher dies
ONE of the great names from West Cumbrian scouting has died at the age of 84. Bert Horsley became a scout leader in June 1957 and in November 2017 received his chief scouts' 60-year award before taking a back seat. Bert was a teacher all of
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A family bids farewell to beloved local taxi business owner
GLENDA Dorothy Pears, co-owner of L&G taxis in Whitehaven, has passed away aged 68 following a short battle with pancreatic cancer. Glenda, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, passed away peacefully at home on November 18.
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Police find people in possession of illegal drugs following stop and searches
Police officers have been tackling drug use in Workington. Residents had voiced concerns about people using drugs in the town and Cumbria Police have taken action. Illegal substances were located on two people in the town centre this week
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Call for community action by Zero Carbon Cumbria Partnership
Eleven million tonnes. That is the amount of carbon dioxide equivalent emissions which Cumbria needs to cut in order to move towards becoming a net zero county. If it seems like a big ask, that’s because it is. However, the Zero Carbon Cumbria
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News & Star readers can subscribe for just £3 for 3 months in this flash sale
READERS who want to subscribe to our news site can enjoy an exclusive offer of £3 for 3 months or 40% 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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Tom Piatak: 'Now it's going to be full steam ahead...'
Listen to new Carlisle United owner Tom Piatak talking in detail about his family's big plans for the Blues... Click on the Play button below to hear our interview with the American businessman...
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Nuclear industry leaders from Cumbria head to global exhibition
A delegation of nuclear industry leaders from West Cumbria is set to present cutting-edge technology at the World Nuclear Exhibition in Paris. The three-day event, commencing November 28, will act as a platform for global innovators, experts, and
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Piatak: We'll invest to make Carlisle United a regional powerhouse
Tom Piatak today pledged to put enough investment into Carlisle United to turn the club into a “regional powerhouse”. The American businessman, whose family have taken over the Blues, today spoke in more detail about their plans and vision.
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The first human case of swine flu detected in the UK
The first human case of swine flu (strain H1N2), similar to the virus that has been circulating among pigs, has been reported in the UK according to the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). The case was picked up during a routine surveillance in
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Child sex offender 'paid lip service' to his rehabilitation after previous offending
A "DECEITFUL" child sex offender from Brampton who “paid lip service” to his rehabilitation while secretly downloading indecent child images has been jailed. In 2021, 57-year-old Bruce Chandler was given a suspended jail term after he was convicted
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In pictures: Carlisle United fans at the Charlton game!
Brunton Park was in buoyant spirits as Carlisle United began life under the club's new American owners. More than 10,000 fans - many of them waving flags and foam hands - were at the ground for the first game under the Piataks, as Paul Simpson's
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Opening date revealed for stylish cafe/bar
A NEW café/bar will be opening in Penrith on December 6. Loungers plc, known for its trendy café/bar concepts, has taken over a location at The Squares Development to create Arturo Lounge. Loungers has revamped the place and now its cosy
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Four bedroomed detached house on the market for £425,000
THIS week one of our top properties in North Cumbria is this detached house for sale in Brampton. The house comes with four bedrooms, and two bathrooms and is on the market for £425,000. It is described as a large, detached, family home and
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One arrest made in town centre following breach of dispersal order
POLICE in the Allerdale area have been tackling drug use and antisocial behaviour. One arrest was made in Workington following the breach of a dispersal order. Another three stop and searches for drugs were conducted by officers in the town
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MP visits school to engage with pupils' work on Anne Frank's story
CARLISLE'S MP visited a school to see the work done by primary school pupils focussing on the life and legacy of Anne Frank. Cumwhinton School's headteacher John Stewart said John Stevenson's visit was part of the school’s commitment to fostering
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Mountain Rescue team assist injured walker who slipped on path
A mountain rescue team was called out to assist a walker who had slipped. The person was walking around Crummock Water when they had slipped on a path. Cockermouth MRT helped them back to safety. A spokesperson said: "We were called
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Rugby team win competition raising awareness around violence against women and girls
WOMEN'S Rugby Team, Arlecdon Rams, have won a competition encouraging teams to snap a picture to call out violence against women and girls (VAWG). The Competition was launched by local charity Cumbria Family Support, which supports families with
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UK braces for snow and wintry showers as cold spell continues with lows of -8C
Parts of the country are bracing for snow and wintry showers this week as the country's cold spell continues. Parts of the UK could see lows of -8C on Tuesday with parts of the country like Shap in Cumbria recording the coldest recorded temperature
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'Day belonged to the new era' - fans react to Blues' game v Charlton
Carlisle United fans gave us their thoughts on social media platform X after the Piatak era started with a 1-1 draw against Charlton Athletic at Brunton Park. Here's a selection of their comments. A fantastic atmosphere pre-match. Followed
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The full list of former Wilko stores that have re-opened as Poundlands in 2023
There have been over 60 former Wilko sites that have re-opened as Poundland stores across the UK in 2023. Wilko entered administration in August leaving all 400 stores and 12,500 employees at risk. Administrators at PwC were forced to sell
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Warning over 'brutal' new cold spreading across the UK that 'lasts for weeks'
A "brutal" new cold is sweeping across the United Kingdom this winter, leaving many bedbound for days and weeks. The horrible virus, which is said to cause headaches, blocked sinuses and fatigue, was shared by one user on the popular Reddit page
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Domestic killers could face tougher sentences under new government plans
Under government plans, killers who have subjected their victims to coercive and controlling domestic abuse could face tougher sentences. Ministers will also consider whether the minimum term of punishment should be raised for murderers who used
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Tesco 'do not eat' warning amid contamination fears of product
Tesco has issued a recall for a product due to possible contamination with an unknown type of berry. Some of the supermarket’s Growers Harvest Garden Peas could be unsafe to eat. Tesco’s recall includes some of the 900g bags with various batch
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Drivers urged to avoid one specific thing on roads as breakdowns hit record levels
Drivers are being urged to keep an eye out for a specific item on roads to try and avoid suffering a pothole-related breakdown. The AA has issued guidance to "avoid puddles" after it received 52,541 callouts in October for vehicles damaged by road
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See why Grace Dent has quit the I'm A Celebrity jungle as ITV releases statement
A spokesperson for I'm a Celebrity has revealed that restaurant critic Grace Dent has left the jungle on "medical grounds". The columnist and broadcaster joined the 2023 edition of the show alongside well-known faces like politician Nigel Farage
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MasterChef star Grace Dent leaves I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!
RESTAURANT critic Grace Dent has left I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! on medical grounds, ITV has announced. A statement from a show spokesperson said: “She has been a great campmate and will be missed by her fellow celebrities and viewers
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'Superb service' - Reactions to pub's creative response to negativity
WE shared the news that a pub’s new owners are seeing success after taking on an unusual project this summer. Demi and Tom took on the White Horse at Kings Meaburn and have transformed it into a place offering a regularly changing menu of dishes
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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. Craig Slater shared this image of Seascale beach. Maxine Victoria Blaylock shared this image from Carlisle Cemetery. Scott Lynan shared this picture of Silloth
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Carlisle drug dealer caught red-handed
A DEALER was caught red-handed in central Carlisle with a drugs stash worth almost £1,500 along with a burner phone, flick knife and knuckle duster. Two PCs watched as 22-year-old Reece Holmes carried out an illegal transaction in the area of St
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5G Telecoms mast approved outside Carlisle School
AN application for a proposed 5G telecoms installation in Carlisle has been approved. CK Hutchison Networks (UK) submitted the planning application for a site in Langrigg Road to Cumberland Council. It is on land to the front of Church Of Jesus
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Six bedroomed detached house on the market for £470,000
This week one of our top properties in West Cumbria is this detached house for sale in St Bees. The house comes with six bedrooms and two bathrooms and is on the market for £470,000. It is described as an exclusive, detached, property with
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'We've bought the debt' - Piatak confirms crucial part of Blues deal
Tom Piatak snr says his Castle Sports Group company have bought Carlisle United’s debt from Purepay Retail Limited. And the new owner says the Blues’ £2.6m debt will soon be “disposed of” in a “tax-efficient” way. Piatak and his family negotiated
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New banking hub opens in West Cumbrian town
A new banking hub has opened in a West Cumbrian town where people can access different banks under the same roof. The hub - the first of its kind in the town - was opened on Senhouse Street in Maryport. The hub is owned by Cash Access UK, a
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Top hidden gems to visit with friends and family this autumn
AUTUMN truly is a wonderful time of year. It's also a great time to get outdoors if it isn't too cold, and explore the countryside that Cumbria has to offer. The colour scheme at this time of year is truly magical as we can see all kinds
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Family Christmas tree business opens early due to meet local demand
A FAMILY Christmas tree business is hoping to help the local community get into the festive spirit as it returns for 2023. Christmas Trees - Little Orton is a family business owned by Craig and Stephanie Norman as well as Craig's brother Michael
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Your chance to send a message of support to our veterans
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year”, so sings Andy Williams every year. But for an isolated veteran, this couldn’t be further from reality. For most of us the festive period is a time for friends, family, and jollity. Sounds idyllic, doesn