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Why Simmo, more than anyone, deserves time to put this right
Paul Simpson famously used to write no more than six weeks ahead in his diary. Greg Abbott said the job was akin to "dodging oncoming traffic". Those managers from different Carlisle United eras are colleagues now and could no doubt compare notes
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Young Reporter Keswick goes dark Evie Holden The Nelson Thomlinson
1/1 In order to reveal thousands of stars, that are hidden by light solution, communities in Cumbria are going dark. Keswick will be taking part in the project as well as Ambleside and Grasmere turning off their street lights. This takes place
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League One: Fifth-bottom strugglers sack manager
Another of the clubs in the League One relegation battle have sacked their manager tonight. Port Vale, who have slipped to fifth bottom, have dismissed Andy Crosby. The decision comes after three defeats in their last four games which have
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Civic leaders wish King Charles well after cancer diagnosis announced
CIVIC leaders have sent their best wishes to King Charles following his diagnosis with cancer. Buckingham Palace has announced the diagnosis which was made while the monarch, 75, was being treated in hospital for a benign enlarged prostate.
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Loan watch and ex-Blues: round-up from weekend's action
Max Kilsby had a watching brief as his loan spell with Queen of the South got under way. The young Carlisle United defender was named among the substitutes for their clash with Hamilton Academical. Manager Marvin Bartley did not turn to Kilsby
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What happens if King Charles III abdicates the British throne?
While rare, abdications are not unheard of in the UK, leaving many curious as to what would happen if King Charles relinquished the throne. The last abdication took place on December 10, 1936, when Edward VIII decided to marry American actor and
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King Charles III cancer diagnosis: Reaction across Cumbria - updates
8:05pm RECAP As we wrap up this live-blog, here are some of the key facts from the announcement. The King has
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King Charles III diagnosed with cancer, Buckingham Palace announces
King Charles III has been diagnosed with cancer, Buckingham Palace has confirmed. The King has been diagnosed with a form of cancer and has begun a schedule of regular treatments, and while he has postponed public duties he “remains wholly positive
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Carlisle school struggles to meet educational standards, Ofsted finds
A SCHOOL has been found to require improvement after an inspection by Ofsted. Progress School - an alternative provision school on Victoria Place in Carlisle - underwent a standard inspection in April last year in which it was graded 'requires
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Over the Boardwalk! Town's new accessible pathway opens to the public
THE new boardwalk at Maryport, which links two key destinations in the town, is now officially open to the public. Today (February 5), crowds gathered to watch the ribbon be cut by Councillor Carni McCarron-Holmes, chair of Cumberland Council.
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Workington Reds' ex-Blues star Devitt announces his retirement
Former Carlisle United star Jamie Devitt has today announced his retirement from playing. Injury has seen the midfielder, who is currently assistant manager at Workington Reds, opt to bring down the curtain on his career. Devitt, 33, has decided
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What did we learn from the Blues' defeat to Leyton Orient?
Carlisle United’s relegation woes deepened after a 3-2 defeat at Leyton Orient on Saturday – but what did we learn from the game? Let’s take a look… 1 ON A RUN If only there were some happier numbers to focus on. Alas, in a season like this
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Plans for new turnstile and improved facilities at Brunton Park
IMPROVEMENTS could be made at Carlisle United's home ground if the proposals get the backing from planners. Bosses at the club have submitted a planning application to Cumberland Council to remove the existing lighting column and turnstile block
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Countywide crackdown nets 11 arrests in week of action
Wanted individuals were apprehended, and drug warrants were executed by law enforcement officers throughout the county during the most recent Operation Merlin week of action (29 Jan - 2 Feb). Throughout the week, 11 arrests were made, encompassing
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Carlisle man found as part of attempted murder investigation
A man from Carlisle has been found by police who were searching for him as part of an attempted murder investigation. The appeal for his whereabouts followed the launch of an attempted murder investigation after an incident in Acaster Malbis, near
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Looking back to 1988: when Cumbrians took to performing
Performance seems to have been a key feature of life in Cumbria in 1988, with young people donning a variety of costumes to entertain people in various ways. Our main picture shows the cast of Greece at Carlisle’s Trinity School, which is notable
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Police investigate dog theft from secure property in Cumbria
Police are investigating the theft of a dog. It is believed the dog, a border terrier, was taken sometime overnight yesterday (February 4) into today (February 5) from a secure property in Plumbland. Anyone with information relating to this
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Readers who want to subscribe to our news site can enjoy an exclusive offer of £5 for 5 months or over 30% 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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Teen who was reported missing has now been found
POLICE have confirmed a missing teenager has now been found. Kaylen Townsley, of Carlisle, who was reported missing has now been found.
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Ian Lavender from the hit BBC sitcom Dad's Army dies aged 77
Ian Lavender who played Private Pike in the hit BBC sitcom Dad's Army has died at the age of 77. The iconic actor from Birmingham was 22 when was cast for the role of Private Pike decades ago. He would end up spending 10 years in the role and
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In pictures: Carlisle United fans at the Leyton Orient game!
More great support despite Carlisle United's woes. An impressive travelling army of 828 Cumbrians followed the Blues to Leyton Orient to watch Saturday's 3-2 defeat. Photographer Richard Parkes was at the Gaughan Group Stadium to capture the
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Looking ahead to Carlisle's first racing of 2024 today
Carlisle Racecourse has seven races taking place this afternoon, with an exciting afternoon of racing action. The National Hunt action gets underway at 1.32pm, with the final race of the afternoon at 4.40pm as leading trainers such as Dan Skelton
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Ed Miliband heading to Carlisle for Economic Summit
The Rt Hon Ed Miliband is heading to Carlisle to headline Cumberland’s first ever Economic Summit. Organised by Cumberland Council, the full-day event on on Thursday, February 29, will offer crucial discussions on unlocking opportunities for the
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'Things are getting worse' - Blues fans on Orient defeat
Carlisle United fans gave us their views on social media platform X after the 3-2 defeat at Leyton Orient which sent the Blues bottom of League One. Here's a selection of their comments. Start every game with 5 at the back to invite pressure
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League One: ex-Premier League manager appointed by strugglers
Former Premier League boss Nathan Jones has joined the League One relegation battle with Charlton Athletic. The former Luton Town, Stoke City and Southampton boss has been confirmed as the Addicks' new manager. Jones, 50, takes charge of the
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Yellow weather warning for snow in place for Cumbria this week
A yellow weather warning for snow is in place for most of Cumbria, as well as much of England and Wales, later this week. This is according to the Met Office, which said a period of snowfall could bring some disruption on Thursday in the day and
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Mountain rescuers called out to walker and dog after ankle injury
A lone walker injured his ankle while descending a fell with his dog. Members from the Wasdale Mountain Rescue Team were called by the police at 5.6pm on February 2 about the walker. He injured his ankle on the descent of Wind Gap, was unable
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Police find Carlisle boy Owen Robinson
A boy, who was reported missing, has been found, police have confirmed. Cumbria police said Owen Robinson from Carlisle has been found after being reported missing yesterday (February 4). He was, before being found, last seen on February 3,
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A handful of the best camera club pictures of animals
IN today's camera club, we found some of the best which feature animals. We found three of the top pictures from members, of red squirrels and various birds. Paul Messenger shared this picture of a red squirrel in Workington. A picture
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Hopes of better mental health and nuclear progress
AS 2024 gets under way, two influential businesspeople express their hopes for the future H&H CEO Richard Rankin As interest rates stabilise and the economy begins to turn itself around, I hope that after so much uncertainty, 2024 will
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BBC TV licence fee 'needs scrapped', say readers
OUR readers reacted to the reminder of Culture Secretary Lucy Frazer's announcement in 2023 that the BBC TV licence fee would see a rise of 6.7 per cent this year, in line with inflation after previously being frozen. The expected increase was
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Road reopened after overturned lorry removed
A road in Cumbria has reopened after an overturned lorry was removed. The A590 was closed both ways while recovery work was carried out between the Rusland Pool Hotel and the A5092 (Greenodd Roundabout).
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17-year-old in public knife incident praised for completely turning his life around
A CARLISLE teenager has been praised for positive steps he has taken to address issues which led him to have a knife in his possession in public. The 17-year-old, who can’t be identified because of his age, appeared at the city’s youth court following
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MP praises £600,000 investment into grassroots sport in Penrith and the Border
Dr Neil Hudson MP has welcomed the news that Penrith and The Border will benefit from £612,337 in new funding as a result an investment in grassroots sports. Locally, the biggest beneficiary is Frenchfield Sport Centre in Penrith which has been
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MP 'thrilled' to welcome skills fair back to town with 50 exhibitors set to take part
WORKINGTON MP Mark Jenkinson has welcomed the return of his Workington Skills Fair, with more than 50 exhibitors set to take part. Building on the success of last year’s inaugural event, it will be held in the town’s leisure centre on February,
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BAE Systems Submarines is set to recruit approximately 700 apprentices
In 2024, BAE Systems Submarines is set to recruit approximately 700 apprentices and 300 graduates ready to start their career this September across the UK. With 11,000 people already in its workforce, the business offers some of the very best careers
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New club owners get familiar with city's heritage
Carlisle United's new owners have been getting familiar with the city's local heritage, following an invitation from the Mayor of Carlisle to tour the Civic Centre. Tom and Patty Piatak, alongside Carlisle United's chief executive Nigel Clibbons
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Restaurant 'honoured' to be named in Good Food Guide
A RESTAURANT near Brampton is 'honoured' to have secured a spot in the UK's revered Good Food Guide. Created 14 years ago, the list is designed to celebrate the places that are central to the communities they serve across the UK. It also recognises
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Week-long road closure to resurfacing works
A TEMPORARY road closure will be in place for a week in Wetheral due to resurfacing works. Resurfacing works are set to begin from February 5 to 13 between the Wheatsheaf Inn and Wetheral Community Hall. These works will stretch across seven
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Who is your Pride of Cumbria 2024 ? Prestigious awards launched for county's heroes
CUMBRIA is a county renowned for its community spirit and pride. We are immensely proud of the people, businesses and groups who make Cumbria an amazing place to live and work. There are many that deserve recognition for all they do – and we
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Plans for tattoo parlour in vacant unit
PLANS have been put forward to change a former flooring shop into a tattoo parlour in Carlisle. The sui generis application for 30A Grey Street has been submitted to Cumberland Council by The Cult Tattoo Studio. The building used to be home
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Latest on when new striker Kelly could make Blues debut
Paul Simpson says he will not risk Georgie Kelly into action too soon despite Carlisle United’s desperation for a turnaround. The deadline-day signing is expected to be available soon as he gets over a minor injury “niggle”. Kelly missed out
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OAP was repeatedly punched in violent row over skip
A ROW between neighbours over a skip turned violent as a 42-year-old Aspatria man attacked his neighbour, knocking him to the ground and repeatedly punching him. Carl Ward and his 69-year-old victim were experiencing “ongoing difficulties,” Carlisle
