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Carlisle United owner drops hint about training ground site

Tom Piatak has suggested Carlisle United’s preferred site for a new training ground already has some of the necessary infrastructure in place. And the Blues owner says the scale of investment needed to make the vision a reality “doesn’t scare us

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Big interview with Blues owner Tom Piatak - part two

Here is the second part of our interview with Carlisle United owner Tom Piatak snr - with the Blues' major plans for a new training ground under scrutiny. This part, which you can hear below, sees Piatak talk about a preferred site, the next steps

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Cumbria's 'miracle boy' to perform on Royal Albert Hall stage

Noah Wall, Cumbria's 'miracle boy', is preparing to grace the stage at London's Royal Albert Hall. Born near Wigton with only two per cent of his brain which has now grown to 80 per cent, Noah continues to face a life-threatening condition.

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Simmo keeps door open for Devitt at Carlisle United after retirement

Paul Simpson has not ruled out a future role for “top character” Jamie Devitt at Carlisle United. The former Blues midfielder this week announced his retirement from playing at 33. Injuries have led the popular midfielder, who is assistant

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Man with 200g of amphetamine on the A66 bought in bulk 'because it's cheaper'

A MAN caught with a large quantity of amphetamine on the A66 bought the drug in bulk ‘because it’s cheaper’, his solicitor said. Arash Sansolaimani, 42, was pulled over by police while driving on the road at Cockermouth on October 14, 2022.

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Carlisle United boss: How pressure is off as leaders come to town

Paul Simpson says the fact “everyone” has written off Carlisle United’s survival chances can lift pressure from his team. The Blues are 11 points adrift of safety after five straight defeats ahead of this weekend’s home clash with leaders Portsmouth

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Tullie museum brings half-term fun to alternative venues

DESPITE the temporary closure of the Tullie House Museum for refurbishment, a schedule packed with family activities will still be held at various venues during the February half-term.  The Carlisle museum closed its doors back on Christmas Eve

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News & Star looks at the best places to celebrate National Pizza Day

February 9 marks a beloved occasion for food enthusiasts across the United Kingdom – National Pizza Day. This annual celebration pays homage to one of the nation's favourite comfort foods and to pay proper tribute to the Italian classic, the News

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Workington AFC extends open training invite for those fancying a challenge

WORKINGTON AFC Ladies and Girls teams have offered an open to train with them in advance of the upcoming summer league. The invitation to train will be  in advance of entering the Cumberland FA summer league before embarking on their plan to return

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Carlisle United confirm latest addition to backroom staff

Carlisle United have confirmed the appointment of a new first-team analyst. Glenn Boden has joined the Blues from Scunthorpe United. The National League North clubs earlier today announced Boden's departure and said he was joining Carlisle.

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Son gives evidence in manslaughter 'through neglect' trial

A SON who is on trial jointly accused of the manslaughter “through neglect” of his late mother told a jury that she was “strong-minded” and “stubborn. Whitehaven man David Holyoak, 53, and Robert Christopher Morgan, both deny the allegation that

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Carlisle United owner: 'We're planning for League One - whatever happens'

Tom Piatak says Carlisle United plan to build a League One squad next season – whichever division the Blues are in. The club’s American owner stressed that everyone in the club remains firmly focused on staying in the third tier this season.

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Property in Carlisle could be turned into bedsits under new plans

PLANS have been submitted to Cumberland Council for the change of use at a site in Carlisle. If successful it would mean the Botchergate premises could be turned into five bedsits and have a single-storey rear extension rebuilt. According to

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Half term travel blog: M6, A66, A69 updates ahead of start of half term travel

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Simmo on how Blues aim to improve set-piece defending

Paul Simpson says Carlisle United are making tweaks rather than "going back to the drawing board" over their set-piece defending. The Blues manager has seen his side concede a number of goals in recent weeks from dead-ball situations. Simpson

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Carlisle United owner responds to airport speculation

Tom Piatak has addressed speculation linking the Carlisle United owners with interest in the city’s airport. The American businessman has confirmed he and his family are not currently engaged in talks over its future. Piatak did not rule out

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12th-century castle up for sale at £9.5m

A 12th-century castle in the Eden Valley is up for sale for a price of £9.5m.  Comprising 25 acres of scenic parkland, the Grade I-listed Appleby Castle, in Appleby-in-Westmorland, is steeped in history and features a Norman keep and a 13th-century

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Westmorland and Furness among the 'hardest-working' local authorities in 2024

WESTMORLAND and Furness is the joint-fourth most overworked local authority, with 62 hours of annual mean paid overtime per person.  The research examined the mean hours of annual paid overtime in each local authority to determine the areas most

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Doggy day care centre offers safe space for XL bully dogs and owners

THE owner of a doggy daycare centre is providing a safe space for XL bully owners to bring their dogs and enjoy time without a muzzle or lead. Let’s Go Walkies and Daycare based at Ennerdale Mill in Egremont has introduced private sessions for

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Reports of heavy traffic eastbound on A69 near Brampton

There are reports of heavy traffic due to an accident on A69 near Brampton. Traffic is reportedly building up eastbound on the A69 from the A6071 to Denton Mill.  The A66 is currently closed both ways at Brough after overnight snowfall and

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Carlisle United player tells Piers Morgan of rape case ordeal and fan abuse

Carlisle United loanee Jack Diamond says he was mocked by fans of opponents Leyton Orient about the rape charge from which he was recently cleared. The Sunderland winger, in an interview with Piers Morgan, says the incident happened after he was

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Coach Billy Barr rejoins Carlisle United

Coach Billy Barr has returned to Carlisle United - after an 18-year absence. The 55-year-old has been appointed first-team coach. It sees him reunited with Paul Simpson having been part of the Blues manager's backroom staff in his previous

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Court approves Cumbria's biggest ever cash seizure - £300k found in bricklayer's car

A BRICKLAYER who was stopped by the police for speeding on the M6 near Penrith had more than £300,000 in cash stuffed into two bags which he had in his car. One of the bags had been "glued shut." After hearing what happened when police found

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UK Woman Up to launch first event for young women ten years after forming

A charity created to help women in UK has created a new group to help younger women in Carlisle, ten years on from its creation.  Woman Up began as a grassroots one-off event in Carlisle in 2014 when a group of women’s rights campaigners came together

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February half-term fun for all the family

TWO of Cumbria’s most popular visitor attractions will be helping families make the most of half term with some special activities to help keep the kids entertained this February. The RSPB (Royal Society for the Protection of Birds) will be joining

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Security experts explain 6 ways to deter cold callers from your property

Cold callers knocking on your door can be a nuisance, especially if you don't want to waste your time trying to politely ask them to leave. If you have been stuck with this issue persistently it might be helpful to know some of the best steps to

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Dad of 2 wins £3 million Spanish villa thanks to a second hand armchair

A dad of two has won a £3 million Spanish villa all thanks to a second-hand armchair. Omaze winner Graham Dunlop, 52, went to collect a battered leather chair he bought from a woman online who said he could have it for free as long as he donated

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Explosion and fire warning over cheap heaters being sold on TikTok and Temu

Cheap electric heaters being sold on TikTok and Temu "could explode, cause shock or start fires," consumer group Which? has warned. The watchdog bought and tested eight heaters costing as little as £7.20 from the TiokTok shop and Temu to see if

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Carlisle United boss gives update on goalkeeper contract talks

Paul Simpson says promising keeper Gabe Breeze has made it clear he wants to stay at Carlisle United. The club and Breeze are in talks over a new contract. Simpson recently said 20-year-old Breeze had turned down United’s initial offer.

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Strictly star to read about Chinese New Year on CBeebies Bedtime Stories

Strictly Come Dancing’s professional dancer Carlos Gu will read a book in celebration of Lunar New Year on CBeebies Bedtime Stories. The 31-year-old Chinese dancer will read from I Love Chinese New Year, written by Eva Wong Nava and illustrated

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Readers discuss plans to move war memorial in city centre

WE shared the news that 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

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Striking weather conditions captured by News & Star Camera Club members

STRIKING weather conditions have been captured by camera club members across Cumbria. We selected the top three images of weather conditions including snow flurries and sunrises. An image by Red Grouse Photography of snow flurries moving across

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A686 at Alston 'just passable' after snow according to police

A686 is 'just passable' according to Cumbria Police both ways due to snow from Alston to Melmerby.  Overnight snowfall has left some roads in poor condition and the A66 is currently closed from Brough.  There is also no fuel available at the

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A66 reopens at Brough after reports of vehicles stuck overnight

The A66 is has reopened both ways after snow caused the roads' closure from the A685 (Brough) to the A67 (Bowes). Snowfall had been forecasted across Cumbria and there have been reports of cars becoming stuck overnight.      READ MORE

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Husband accused of manslaughter said he did not notice his wife's 'filthy' settee

THE WHITEHAVEN husband who is accused of his wife’s manslaughter “through neglect” told a jury he "did not notice" the unhygienic and filthy conditions she was living in. Robert Christopher Morgan, 61, made the comment during his cross examination

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Carlisle mum boycotts store after claims of 'broken, missing and mouldy' delivery

A Carlisle mother has vowed to boycott Iceland after receiving a shopping delivery which she says included smashed eggs, missing bread and 'mouldy' ice pops. Shirrelle McCulloch, from Carlisle, was receiving her online delivery from the city's

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Looking back at some of Cumbria's most loved sports

IN this edition of nostalgia, we are looking back at one of Cumbria's most loved sports and sporting events, running. Across Cumbria, there are a wide variety of runs that people of all abilities can take part in. Weekly Parkrun events take

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Man who joined firm aged 17 becomes legal executive after a decade of apprenticeship

AN apprentice from Carlisle who left school at 17 has worked his way up to qualify into the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives after a decade in practice. Codie Slessor, 27, was a sixth form student at Richard Rose Morton Academy with an initial

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Eco-warriors lead environmental campaign in school and the community

YOUNGSTERS who are tackling environmental issues at school and in the community want to create a permanent eco-hub. The Eco-Warrior Council at St Herbert’s C of E Primary School in Keswick was formed last term to promote and engage pupils in environmental

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Cumbrian woman shares benefits of home education amid national rise

MORE and more parents in Cumbria are opting to pull their children out of school and home educate them amid mental health struggles. Clare Emmerson, from Penrith, home educated all of her children and only has good things to say about completing

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Marmalades from across the globe arrive in Cumbria arrive for world taste awards

Marmalades from across the globe have arrived in Cumbria for the world marmalade awards at Dalemain. Marmalades from India to Inverness, Hawaii and Hampshire, Brazil and Bedfordshire, Argentina, Canada, Japan, and China have all arrived ahead of

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Plans to revive 'one of the most iconic cafes in the country'

PLANS have been put forward to resurrect 'one of the most iconic cafes in the country' that was destroyed by fire back in 2018.  Supporters have followed in abundance after plans were revealed on social media to revive the Hartside Cafe in Alston

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Cumbrian restaurant achieves first Michelin star just 10 months after change of menu

WHAT does it take to earn a coveted Michelin star? We found out from the man at the helm of Cumbria’s newest Michelin star restaurant located at Farlam Hall in Brampton... Hrishikesh Desai’s Cedar Tree restaurant at Farlam Hall was awarded a coveted

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Apprentice butcher stars in national campaign

Cranstons apprentice, Leah Fraser, is starring in a Department of Education campaign spotlighting National Apprenticeship Week. Ms Fraser was selected as one of four representatives from different sectors such as nuclear engineering, gardening

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Pub receives 'overwhelmingly positive' feedback after new menu launch

A PUB has said that it has received an 'overwhelmingly positive' response to its new menu. The Queen Inn at Great Corby launched its new menu on Friday, February 2, with it blending a number of pub classics such as fish and chips or pies, with

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Charity 'incredibly grateful' for business Christmas tree collections

A charity has said that it is 'incredibly grateful' after a Carlisle business raised over £400.  James Watson Tree Services raised £450 for Eden Valley Hospice by collecting used Christmas Trees from Carlisle and its surrounding villages through

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Big interview with Blues owner Tom Piatak - part one

A three-part interview with Carlisle United owner Tom Piatak snr starts today - with on-field issues the focus. The first part, which you can hear below, addresses the team's struggles in League One, the owners' faith in Paul Simpson, accountability

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Carlisle firefighter on charity mission just 11 weeks after giving birth

A Carlisle firefighter has set herself the challenge of walking 87 miles this month to raise money for a local mental health charity, just 11 weeks after giving birth.  Natasha Turner, who works at Carlisle East Fire Station, is aiming to walk

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Bungling burglar tried - and failed - to squeeze through cat flap at property

AN INTRUDER who tried to burgle a Carlisle children’s home was identified because he injured himself as he tried to crawl through a cat-flap, leaving telltale DNA. At the city’s Rickergate court, 34-year-old Simon Highmore admitted responsibility

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Road closures: four for motorists to avoid over the next fortnight

CARLISLE'S motorists will have four road closures to avoid nearby on the National Highways network this week. But the news isn't too bad, with all of them only expected to cause slight delays, of less than 10 minutes. The latest expected works

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Developer makes 'extremely generous' £100,000 donation to charity

STORY Homes has made an 'extremely generous' £100,000 donation to a Carlisle charity. The housebuilder, which currently has 22 live housing developments across the north of England and southern Scotland, recently visited Eden Valley Hospice and

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'Future of general practice at stake' across Cumbria, according to shocking report

A REPORT published by the Lancashire and Cumbria Consortium of Local Medical Committees says that the financial pressures faced by GP surgeries in Cumbria is 'alarming’. The report seeks to highlight the problems felt by GPs which has led to more

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Online store pedals its way to successful cycle shop opening

A NEW bike repair shop has enjoyed a successful opening period after transforming from an online store to a bricks-and-mortar shop. Wolf Cycles, a new cycle parts shop and repair centre based in Borders Business park in Longtown, opened on January

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Students join together to tackle robotics challenge

Students from across Cumbria impressed competition judges with their robot-building skills. The Whitehaven Academy hosted the Cumbria Education Trust (CET) Year 8 Interschool Robotics Competition. Students from all three CET secondary

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Iconic watchtower clock stops amid ongoing museum refurbishment

Anyone living near Carlisle may have noticed that Tullie's famous watchtower clock has been telling the wrong time in recent days.  Due to building work as part of the ongoing refurbishment, which saw the museum closed in December 2023, the power

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'Shocking' plans to consider closing care home prompt councillor to call meeting

RESIDENTS are being urged to have their say after a council-run Brampton care home was threatened with closure. On Tuesday (February 13) senior councillors will consider a report, Cumberland Care Review, which covers the intention to reshape residential

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Carlisle reverend objects to euthanasia movement following Esther Rantzen diagnosis

A CHURCH reverend has spoken out against assisted dying amid a public conversation on the controversial issue.  The debate about assisted dying has been re-ignited following Dame Esther Rantzen’s announcement that she has joined Dignitas. Dame

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Bridge works challenged as infill removal cost reaches £350,000

Campaigners have voiced concerns about ‘damaged stonework’ and ‘poor repairs’ at a historic railway bridge in Cumbria which National Highways exhumed last year at an ‘eyewatering’ cost to the taxpayer. In June 2021, Great Musgrave bridge near Kirkby

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The News & Star has launched a flash sale which allows you to subscribe to our in-depth Carlisle United coverage at a major discount. You can gain unlimited access to all our Blues articles for just £5 for the next five months. That is a major