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Coming soon: Big interview with Blues owner Tom Piatak
The News & Star today sat down with Carlisle United owner Tom Piatak to discuss a range of hot topics at Brunton Park. Our in-depth interview covered a host of on and off-field subjects at the Blues. We will be making the interview available
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71-year-old man rescued after collapsing during woodland walk
A 71-year-old man collapsed whilst in the Thirlmere area, prompting a quick response from emergency services. Keswick Mountain Rescue Team and the North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) were called to the collapsed man in High Park Wood after he
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Road closure due to heavy snow
CUMBRIA Police is warning drivers that the Kirkstone Pass, A592, is being affected by heavy snow. According to Westmorland and Furness Highways, the road is closed between Brotherswater on the Eden side and the summit until it is reassessed tomorrow
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'I loved everything about Carlisle' - Moxon on his Blues return
Owen Moxon says he’s looking forward to returning to a club he loved playing for – even though he’ll be trying to beat them. The former Carlisle United midfielder will be back at Brunton Park with Portsmouth this weekend. It is only Moxon’s
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Knife thug who left victim seriously injured jailed for 31 months
A THUG who used a knife to attack a man he had earlier been fighting with in a Workington street has been jailed. Roland Tallentire, 41, was locked up after he pleaded guilty at Carlisle Crown Court to a wounding offence, causing his victim grievous
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Inclusive hub with focus on LGBTQ+ community to open in town centre
AN ‘INCLUSIVE’ hub which will focus on the LGBTQ+ community is set to open in Whitehaven town centre. Proud and Diverse Cumbria CIC has announced the upcoming launch of its ‘groundbreaking’ community support hub on lower King Street. The inclusive
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Cumbria Chamber shares calls for Starmer to soften employment reform
CUMBRIA Chamber of Commerce has joined in sharing concerns over 'potentially onerous' laws on workers rights pledged by the Labour leader Keir Starmer. This comes after Rupert Stoames, who became president of the CBI last week, said the UK needed
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Council leader meets Cumbrian apprentices in National Apprenticeship Week
National Apprenticeship Week is being celebrated this week in England and Wales (February 5-11), with Cumberland Council Leader Councillor Mark Fryer getting involved in the occasion. Councillor Fryer met with apprentices working at the Solway
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Police to tackle road safety concerns in town
ROAD safety concerns in Cockermouth have come to light following a survey conducted by Allerdale's Neighbourhood Policing team. The study identified concerns in Great Broughton, Brigham, and around Dean School in particular. A spokesperson
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Driver charged after cocaine worth £1.5 million is seized by police
A MOTORIST has appeared before a Carlisle court accused of transporting a 15kg consignment cocaine with an estimated street value of £1.5m. The city’s Rickergate court heard that 39-year-old Paul May was arrested after police stopped a Peugeot
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Popular Cumbrian restaurant to re-open after renovations
A popular Cumbrian restaurant and bar will re-open tomorrow after being closed for renovations. The Secret Garden, on Pooley Bridge Main Street in Penrith, has been closed since the beginning of the year due to renovations in the bar. Although
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Johannes Radebe almost quit Strictly Come Dancing after Annabel Croft pairing
Fan-favourite Johannes Radebe nearly quit Strictly Come Dancing after he was paired with Annabel Croft during the 2023 series. The professional dancer, who placed fourth after being partnered with the former tennis player, considered dropping out
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Picture special: Carlisle United fans forum in Kendal!
There was a full house at Kendal Town FC as Carlisle United bosses held their latest fans' forum. Arranged by United's south Cumbrian supporters' club, the forum saw owners Tom and Patty Piatak plus manager Paul Simpson, chief executive Nigel Clibbens
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Drug-driver who crashed into HGV 'at speed' banned for 30 months
A DRUG-DRIVER who crashed into a heavy goods vehicle ‘wanted to get home’ after she had been using cocaine and alcohol, a court heard. Police were called to a road traffic collision in Moresby, Whitehaven, on August 18 where a Vauxhall Corsa had
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Law firm adds senior solicitor to West Cumbria team
Cartmell Shepherd Solicitors has expanded its West Cumbria team with the appointment of senior solicitor Lynne McFaul. The law firm, which operates across Cumbria and Northumberland, has enlisted Ms McFaul to meet increasing demand, leveraging
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Rugby supporter banned from games after verbally abusing referee
A RUGBY supporter has been banned from Whitehaven games after verbally abusing a referee. Whitehaven Rugby League announced an individual had been banned from attending home and away games following the incident at Sunday’s match against Barrow
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Specialist coach to help Blues 'man up' and 'be nastier'
Carlisle United’s players are set to receive help in “manning up” and “being nastier” from a specialist coach, Paul Simpson says. The Blues boss revealed that the squad will be visited by a performance coach who will aim to lift the team’s mentality
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Crash victim's friend came across scene after ambulance collision, inquest hears
AN inquest has heard that a friend of a woman who died after her car was in a collision with an ambulance on the A66 near Keswick came upon the crash scene on her way to work. Lauren McFarland, who was 30, died following a tragedy which occurred
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Husband of woman who died in hospital tells court she'd 'intended to end her life'
A HUSBAND has told a jury he didn’t initially seek medical help for his wife because she had “intended to end her life” and he didn’t want to go against her wishes. Dorothy Morgan, who was 71, died in hospital on February 4, 2021. When admitted
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Ex-Blues: former Carlisle United keeper Westwood makes League Two move
Former Carlisle United star Keiren Westwood is back in football after making a League Two move. The goalkeeper has joined Crewe Alexandra on a short-term deal. It sees Westwood, 39, back in the club game for the first time since a spell with
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CUOSC: On-field hopes and off-field initiatives at Brunton Park
By Dave Noble - CUOSC The call in this column last week was for 17 cup finals. The message was clearly misinterpreted and the first of them was akin to the 2010 JPT final with Southampton, rather than Brentford in 2011. To give us any faint
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3 Dads Walking to set off on another national charity walk
THREE bereaved fathers who set out to achieve something positive following the tragic suicides of their daughters have announced a third national charity walk. The 3 Dads Walking, who include Andy Airey who lives near Penrith, have already raised
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Commissioner supports ‘It’s Not OK’ Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week
PFCC Peter McCall is supporting the National Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness campaign this week. The aim is to generate discussion among the public, statutory bodies, and third-sector organisations about how sexual abuse and sexual
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Woman who shouted obscenities about neighbour claimed she was yelling at her dogs
A WOMAN who harassed her neigbour by shouting obscenities about him told police she had been yelling at her dogs. Valerie Burns, 54, referred to the victim as a ‘paedophile’ and a ‘dirty man’ and also made a rude gesture towards him, Workington
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New accessible toilets opened at two popular Cumbrian spots
New toilets accessible for disabled people have been installed at two sites in Eden. Rheged and Tebay services are now equipped with Changing Places UK toilets. The toilets are larger with open space to allow better manoeuvrability, a changing
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Local launderette suffers 'significant damage' due to fire
THE Whitehaven Launderette has announced it has been forced to temporarily close due to damage caused by a fire. The laundry service announced the closure online, and said: "It is with heavy hearts that we announce the temporary closure of The
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Looking back to 1974: a year of sporting activity across Cumbria
It seems that in Cumbria, 1974 was a sporty year, with teams and individuals competing in a range of events. Among the most striking pictures is of Carlisle area competitors who took part in the Cumberland badminton tournament in the Market Hall
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Simpson thanks Tom Piatak for 'brilliant' backing ahead of Portsmouth clash
PAUL Simpson has thanked Tom Piatak Snr for his 'brilliant' backing ahead of the visit of John Mousinho's Portsmouth to Brunton Park. Speaking on the club's YouTube channel earlier in the week, Tom Piatak Snr put on record his 'full faith and confidence
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Victims of knife-point robbery consider leaving the UK
A KNIFE-WIELDING robber who targeted a Chinese takeaway in Kendal fled empty-handed after he was confronted by two workers armed with meat cleavers. The terrifying but failed robbery was committed by drug-addicted 21-year-old Josh Roelants, who
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Three stunning sunscapes from camera club members
OUR camera club members shared the best pictures of recent sunscapes. We picked the best three images. A picture by Julia Harrison of sunset at Westnewton. Anne MacGregor's picture of the Brampton sunset. Caroline Herety
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'Just what the city needs', say readers about new entertainment venue
OUR readers reacted to the news that Carlisle's new mixed entertainment venue is 'really pleased' by the reception it has received from the community - and is excited for the future. Game On! opened under the radar in December 2023 in English Gate
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Plans to use site to store operation vehicles approved by council
PLANS to use a Longtown site to store operational vehicles have been approved. The application for the Woodlands Industrial Storage Estate site was submitted to Cumberland Council and it has been passed by planning officers. As well as the
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Met Office issues weather warning as snow expected to cause disruption- updates
9:01pm We'll be back tomorrow for all the latest traffic and travel updates as a yellow weather warning continues to be
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Crime in Cumbria drops significantly as best results recorded
Crime in Cumbria has been cut by more than eight percent as officers and staff help produce some of the best results ever recorded. The Cumbria Constabulary’s ceaseless efforts have significantly reduced community concerns over burglary, violence
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Free wills and power of attorney advice clinics offered by local firm
Free wills and powers of attorney advice clinics are taking place in Carlisle and Cockermouth. This complimentary service comes courtesy of Burnetts Solicitors. Sessions will take place at the firm's Carlisle office on March 5 and 19, and in
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Lauren Graham announced as new audit director at Armstrong Watson
Armstrong Watson has appointed its new audit and assurance director, coinciding with the firm's National Apprenticeship Week 2024 celebrations. Lauren Graham started at the company's Hexham office as a trainee in 2013 and subsequently completed
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Town council to host D-Day memorial event in Whitehaven
WHITEHAVEN Town Council is organising a D-Day memorial event. This will be held in the town centre on June 6 which marks the anniversary of D-Day, one of the most pivotal moments of the Second World War. Gerard Richardson, who is helping
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Carlisle bookshop invites local artists to paint windows
A bookshop in Carlisle is inviting artists to paint its outside window with a different theme each month to help showcase their work. Bookends is a popular shop in the centre of the border city and this week it has adopted a new look, thanks to
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Box Arena Carlisle looking to build on recent 'huge success'
IT has been more than three months since Carlisle's newest music venue, Box Arena, opened in the city. The new night-out location, which is located at 7 Portland Place in Carlisle, took over from The Venue and officially opened on October 21 with
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Looking back at leek shows in our area throughout the years
IN this edition of nostalgia, we will be looking back at leek shows across north Cumbria throughout the years. Leek shows happen across Cumbria, they can sometimes be a stand alone event, or be incorporated into flower shows. Our archive search
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Cumbrian war veteran sends wishes to King Charles following cancer diagnosis
A WAR veteran and charity fundraiser has sent his wishes to King Charles. This week it was announced that the King had been diagnosed with cancer, news which has shocked the nation. Mark Harding, of Wigton, served time in Afghanistan where
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Housing association invests £3m to improve energy efficiency of 90 homes
A housing association has invested more than £3million to retrofit 90 homes across Abbeytown and Oughterside to improve their energy efficiency. This has been carried out by Home Group as part of a government-backed initiative. Residents saw
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HS2 'very poor value for money' according to MPs after cancelled northern leg
Building HS2 between London and Birmingham but not extending the line to Manchester will be “very poor value for money”, MPs said. There are “many uncertainties” in the Government’s assessment that it was better to complete Phase 1 of the project
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Carlisle's greenery debate escalates amid tree removal worries
THE council is looking to alleviate community concerns over the fate of trees in Carlisle's city centre marked with orange dots. Worries had been raised that a large number of trees in the city bearing the paint was an indication that they would
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Fundraisers set up to help family of Myles Love after cancer diagnosis
The Carlisle community is continuing to rally around the family of a two-year-old boy who was diagnosed with cancer shortly before Christmas. Myles Love was diagnosed with stage four high risk neuroblastoma in December, turning his family's life
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Carlisle United's road to the top: striker's 'barney' and Ross's ribs
Part 28 of our weekly series charting Carlisle United's historic 1973/74 season... It would be wrong to say Carlisle United’s promotion push of 1974 occurred at a time of total and utter harmony. That was not quite the case at club level and it
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Parliamentary candidate calls on rail minister to deliver upgrades to coastal line
A PARLIAMENTARY candidate is calling on the Rail Minister to ‘crack on’ with the Cumbrian coastal railway upgrade. Whitehaven and Workington Conservative candidate, Andrew Johnson, has written to the Rail Minister, Huw Merriman MP, urging him to
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New arts exhibition opens at University of Cumbria campus
The University of Cumbria has opened a new arts exhibition in Carlisle showcasing the works of some of its staff from past and present. The University of Cumbria Institute of Education, Arts & Society is welcoming visitors to its Arts@60 past and
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Councillors to receive social media training following new guidance
COUNCILLORS will be given training after a revised Social Media Guidance policy for Cumberland Council was adopted this week. Members of the council's standards and governance committee took the decision on Wednesday (February 7) at a meeting at
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Community 'Show and Tell' event to be held in Carlisle this Spring
BITTS Park is set to be transformed into a community 'Show and Tell' event this Spring. On May 19, from 10am to 4pm, a stage will be set up highlighting local businesses and promoting mental health awareness in what will be a jam-packed afternoon
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Radio veterans to join new community radio station
CARLISLE'S newest radio station will be adding radio veterans to its broadcasting team. Two former BBC presenters will now bring their experience to the newly-established CRFM Radio. Paul Braithwaite is expected to host a country show while
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Artist shares secret to vibrant landscapes at art society gathering
The Keswick Society of Art (KSA) saw a substantial turnout last Friday for a talk and demonstration by local artist, Alex Jakob-Whitworth. The presentation, entitled 'Make you landscapes ‘Zing’', aimed to provide insights on how artists can bring
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Business raises over £400 for charity with Christmas tree collections
A CARLISLE business has raised over £400 for charity by collecting Christmas trees. James Watson Tree Services collected the used Christmas trees from Carlisle and its surrounding villages in January, with their effort raising £450 for Eden Valley
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Military museum in Cumbria to delve into General Custer's exploits
Cumbria’s Museum of Military Life, situated in Carlisle Castle, is holding a Tuesday Talk, delving into the legendary role of General Custer in the historic Battle of the Little Bighorn. The event commences at 6pm on on February 13, with the doors
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Looking back at flower shows in our area throughout the years
IN this edition of nostalgia, we will be looking back at flowers shows across north Cumbria throughout the years. Flower shows have been a consistent event in Cumbria throughout the years as we can see in the pictures, and many still occur today
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Carlisle boxer named 'people's champion' at international event
A CARLISLE boxer was named 'best technical boxer' and 'people's champion' at a Swedish tournament. Carlisle Villa Amateur Boxing Club's Brodie Stephenson, fresh off her success at England Boxing's Women's Winter Box Cup in December, made the journey
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Immunisation nurse urges MMR vaccinations in North Cumbria
A lead immunisation specialist in North Cumbria is urging parents to get their children vaccinated against Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR). Gayle Howarth, the specialist nurse for Immunisation at the North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation
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Offering some of the very best careers in Cumbria and beyond
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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Trying to attract an apprentice? Here are some top tips
Apprenticeships can benefit any business, often helping contribute fresh perspectives and innovative ideas. Businesses can develop a skilled, loyal, and innovative workforce by offering cost-effective training through apprenticeships. One recent
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War memorial to be relocated during city centre revamp
Carlisle's city centre war memorial will be moved as part of plans to revamp Carlisle's Greenmarket and Market Square. The multi-million-pound plans aim to remove cars from the area and transform the space into a lively town hub with the end game
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'She was very strong willed,' man accused of his wife's manslaughter tells jury
A WEST Cumbrian man who is on trial jointly accused of the manslaughter of his late wife 'through negligence' has started giving his evidence at Carlisle Crown Court. Security worker Robert Morgan, 61, was charged following the death of his 71-
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Free event at Carlisle Civic Centre will dissect latest changes in housing law
The Carlisle Civic Centre is holding a free event for property owners and letting agents to discuss the latest changes in housing law. The event will take place on March 1, from 10.30am to 12pm. Hosted by the National Residential Landlords
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Inn retains Michelin Star for second year
Pentonbridge Inn, a fine dining restaurant located near Carlisle, has retained its Michelin star rating. The accolade, which the restaurant first received last year, was announced at the 2024 Great Britain & Ireland Michelin Guide launch ceremony
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Accelerate into early years with skills bootcamps
ARE you interested in starting your career in an education role? With our expertise in education and hard-working tutors, System People have recently announced our Early Years Skills Bootcamps that can lead directly into an accelerated apprenticeship
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H&H Group to celebrate women on International Women's Day via lunch in Carlisle
H&H Group is inviting women to celebrate International Women’s Day with a business lunch in Carlisle. The event, following the success of the inaugural Cumbrian Women in Business Lunch, is scheduled for March 7 at the Auctioneer’s Suite at
