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Grainger keeping tabs on Blues youngster despite loan recall
Danny Grainger has not ruled out returning for Josh O’Brien in future despite the Carlisle United youngster’s short-lived loan at Workington Reds. Youth team defender O’Brien joined the west Cumbrians for a work experience spell – but was swiftly
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Cumbrian hotspot ranked among top 10 picturesque running trails in the whole UK
As we approach the New Year, thousands of Brits have likely already started thinking about what their 2024 resolution will be. Typically a resolution involves an exercise of some sort. Running is perhaps the most common for that matter. But
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Cumbria Police conclude major incident after heavy snowfall
A major incident which was declared over the weekend following heavy snowfall in parts of Cumbria has been stood down. Extensive snowfall across the county, in particular the Millom and South Lakes areas, on Saturday caused major issues with Cumbria
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Carlisle United fans' trust discuss 'rebranding'
A process of “rebranding” Carlisle United’s supporters’ trust is under way, representatives have confirmed. Discussions over a restructure of CUOSC have been ongoing for some time but were paused amid the Piatak takeover process. The situation
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Hospice at Home West Cumbria offers emotional theraputic support
HOSPICE at Home West Cumbria is offering emotional therapeutic support to the public. This is to mark Grief Awareness Week from December 2 until December 8. A spokesperson said: "Our Family and Bereavement Support team is a tailor-made service
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Woman swung metal object at her dad and pulled out her step-mum's hair
A PENRITH woman swung a metal object at her dad and pulled hair from his partner’s head after going to their home in the dead of night. Rebecca Smaile, 30, found herself in hot water after an incident in the early hours the morning on May 26 which
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'No evidence' of reports of hacks linked to China and Russia, says Sellafield
CUMBRIA'S nuclear site has denied accusations made in a national newspaper that it has been hacked by groups linked to Russia and China. In an article published today, December 4, the Guardian newspaper claimed Sellafield has been hacked into by
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Carlisle United fans snap up tickets for festive away days
Carlisle United fans have been in a rush for tickets today for the Blues' two short festive away trips. Supporters have been snapping up tickets for the games at Fleetwood Town and Wigan Athletic. The fixtures, on Boxing Day and December 29
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Six-year prison sentence for banned driver who caused the death of five-year-old boy
A banned driver with a history of flouting court orders was today (Monday, December 4) jailed for six years following the death of a boy who had been playing on a parked flatbed truck. Darren Jacques pulled away from the roadside without having
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Carlisle City learn potential FA Vase last-32 opponents
Carlisle City will face an away tie if they make it through their rearranged FA Vase third round clash. The Cumbrian side, should they get past Charnock Richard, will go to either Emley or West Didsbury & Chorlton in the fourth round. The fourth
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Anthology written by Brampton poets released at special recital
A new anthology of poetry has been released written by poets based in and around Brampton. ‘Beyond Borders ’is a collection of 100 poems, many inspired by the local landscape and the local people who live on or near Hadrian’s Wall.
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Splash of youth in boardroom could be just what Carlisle United need
No takeover, no new regime, should be deemed a success before its time. The outcome of the Piataks taking control of Carlisle United won’t be known for a long time – years, really. We can, though, still take an early taste of things, and look for
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Man entered part of Cumbrian town he was banned from to reclaim £150
A LONGTOWN man flouted a court order — as he sought repayment of some money he’d lent a woman because he hadn’t eaten for four days. Daniel Peachey, 32, was first brought before magistrates in October. On that occasion, Peachey was made subject
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READERS' CHOICE: Top five coastal villages and towns in Cumberland
There truly are some amazing coastal villages and towns around Cumbria. Stretching from the Solway Firth and into the west coast of the county, some of these places truly are some of the most impressive pieces of coastline in the region.
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ADHD service relaunches in the county to offer support for those affected
AN ADHD service in Cumbria is 'rebooting' its services to offer support for people in the county. ADHD affects many people across the world often by causing restlessness and affecting sufferers' concentration. Those who have the disorder
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'Major improvement necessary' at Cumbrian pubs with 1/5 food hygiene rating
Major improvement is necessary at two Cumbrian pubs after recent food hygiene inspections, according to the Food Standards Agency. Ratings on the Food Standards Agency website show that two pubs in Cumbria were given a one-out-of-five rating, indicating
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Socialist Party host NHS campaign in city centre
THIS week Carlisle Socialist Party held a stall in the city centre. Some members of the public signed their petition calling for an end to NHS privatisation and above-inflation pay rises for all health and care workers. A spokesperson said:
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Police in North Cumbria to further action to tackle antisocial behaviour
POLICE in North Cumbria are continuing their work to tackle antisocial behaviour. They explain that it can have a significant impact on victims and the wider community. The police will aim to support victims, offer advice, improve security
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Police release CCTV image as part of an investigation into a damaged business
CUMBRIA Police have released a CCTV image in accordance with an investigation following a smashed window. Police have issued the CCTV image after a window was smashed at a business in Lonsdale Street, Carlisle. It happened at 1.31am on November
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Woman arrested on suspicion of assaulting two pub bouncers
A WOMAN remains in custody after being arrested on suspicion of assaulting two bouncers at a Carlisle pub. Cumbria Police said they were called at around 9.15pm last night (December 3) to a report of the incident at the Caledonian pub on Botchergate
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Police appeal for CCTV footage after the theft of a van
CUMBRIA Police are investigating following the theft of a Citroen Berlingo van from Kirkby Street in Maryport. The incident happened between 6pm on December 1 and 10am on December 2. The registration of the van is NA63 UKM. Officers are asking
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Alice Piatak on Carlisle United: 'Nothing's impossible with the right people'
When Alice Piatak describes her family as being “goal-oriented”, she doesn’t just mean on the pitch. Carlisle United, she says, will be a target-driven culture under their new ownership. Alice, the daughter-in-law of owners Tom and Patty Piatak
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Long-established construction firm forms rural business hub
Those who enjoy exploring the slightly off the beaten track areas of the Lake District will already be familiar with Broughton-in-Furness. This pretty market town is a little separate from the main tourist hotspots, but is still a mini hive of
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Blues loanee Harris and his side enjoy famous FA Cup victory
Carlisle United may have long departed the FA Cup - but one of their players is still very much involved in it. Jayden Harris and his loan club Eastleigh enjoyed a day to remember as they defeated Reading in the second round. Midfielder Harris
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Everything you need to know about White Lung Pneumonia outbreak
Outbreaks of pneumonia, affecting children, have been seen in Denmark, China and the USA in recent weeks. The state of Ohio, in the USA, is the latest area to report an outbreak, with some children affected experiencing mycoplasma pneumonia, also
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Rishi Sunak says BBC should be 'realistic' about what people pay for TV licence fee
Rishi Sunak has shared that the BBC needs to be "realistic about what it can expect people to pay" for the TV licence fee during times of high inflation. The Prime Minister has also welcomed £500 million in savings the corporation plans to make
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Meet the UK's saddest puppy who couldn't stop crying before her lifechanging op
Meet the UK's saddest dog who couldn't stop crying before she underwent life-changing surgery. Due to multiple eye problems, 11-month-old Great Dane Eve was suffering from badly affected vision but she- now has a new lease of life following specialist
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Mars 'do not eat' warning for Revels chocolates over safety fears
Mars has recalled a number of Revels chocolate products over fears they may contain small pieces of rubber. The confectionery company has recalled three different Revels products due to the issue, which makes them unsafe to eat. The affected
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Ryanair passengers slam 'disgraceful' and 'ridiculous' new add-on charge
Ryanair has been criticised for a "ridiculous" and "disgraceful" add-on charge where some customers are reportedly having to pay a fee to access their digital boarding pass. The budget airline already charges for add-ons such as checked baggage
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How to demist your car windscreen with this 80p fridge staple - does it work?
As we head into winter, many of us have already seen the first snowfall of the season with temperatures struggling to get above freezing. But although blankets of the white fluffy stuff can look magical, it can become hazardous underfoot and on
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Here's how to find easyJet's special airport post boxes for letters to Santa
Budget travel firm easyJet has announced a fun new postal service for letters to Santa Claus at select airports across the UK. This new service comes as the airline braces itself for around 200,000 families travelling during the festive period.
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One lucky Cumbrian becomes £100,000 richer in Premium Bonds win
ONE lucky Cumbrian has bagged themselves the £100,000 Premium Bonds prize, as others win the £25,000 prize. NS&I recently announced their high value winners for December. The value for this draw ranges from £1,000,000 to £1,000, and draws
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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. Trish Amato shared this frosty image. Judith Duke Whelan shared this image of St Bees. Mark Hetherington shared this image of dawn light at the Duke Of Portland
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Reactions to nursery manager's success in body building competition
We shared the news that a nursery manager from Workington has picked up second place in an international bodybuilding competition. Kiana Mccarron, 24, from Workington, went to Malaga, Spain, to compete in the PCA World Championships 2023 picking
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Police renew driving and car safety guidance following heavy snowfall
CUMBRIA Police have renewed their driving and car safety warnings following heavy snowfall across the county. The guidance outlines that the roads are liable to be icy and slippery. The yellow weather warning issued for the area until 12.00 today
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Carlisle Argos store to close early next year, company confirms
A NORTH Cumbrian Argos branch will close early next year. It has been confirmed that the Argos Extra store in Kingstown, Carlisle, will close in March 2024. It comes as the retail chain seeks to close more of its standalone stores and focus
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Meet our pets of the week: Cleo the dog... and a dozen cats
HERE are our pets of the week, courtesy of Oak Tree Animals' Charity. Outdoor Cats This week we have 12 cats looking for rural, outdoor homes through our Trap, Neuter, Return Programme. The Trap Neuter Return Programme has been operational
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Historic Renwick Methodist church on sale for £50,000
A Grade II Listed former Methodist church in the beautiful Eden Valley is going under the hammer at auction next month. Renwick Methodist Church in Penrith is up for sale with Auction House Cumbria, with a low guide price of £50,000. Originally
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Take a look inside this historic Grade II listed city centre home
WHY not take the opportunity to look around this historic property which is now on the market? This unique home opportunity sits inside a Grade II listed building in a part of Carlisle that is steeped in heritage. The house sits inside the
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Make a difference to a veteran this Christmas
Help for Heroes has announced it is on a mission to support veterans and their families struggling with feelings of isolation and loneliness this Christmas. For many, Christmas is a time to celebrate but thousands of veterans find this time of
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Carlisle firefighters enjoy some unique views in factfinding mission at Cathedral
Firefighters from Carlisle East Fire Station have made a factfinding visit to Carlisle Cathedral in case of a fire or incident at the iconic building. The crew were taken round the building and were able to see angles of the 900-year-old cathedral
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Plans to convert barn into new home
A BARN near Carlisle could be converted into a new home if the applicant is successful in getting planning permission. Jessica Taylor, from Brisco, has submitted an application to Cumberland Council for land at Manor House in the village. As
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New shop in Carlisle applies for shopfront signage
A NEW store in Carlisle is a step closer to opening after organisers behind the project submitted a planning application. It is for the proposed new Trailfinders travel agents and the site is 17-19 English Street where work is currently underway
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Local groups in chilling challenge to raise money for cancer
Seven Carlisle gym goers are braving the cold this December to raise money for cancer. A group of regular members from Strength Shack, a gym in Carlisle, are taking on an epic ice bath challenge for charity. All involved will be going in the