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In pictures: Carlisle United fans at Burton!
More loyal support...and at last, they were rewarded. Some 246 Carlisle United fans made the midweek trip back to Burton Albion for the rearranged League One game. And they witnessed a 1-0 Blues win which ended their long losing run. Photographer
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Update given on £50million development in Cumbria
COUNCILLORS have been given an update on a major proposed development in west Cumbria. Members of Cumberland Council's place overview and scrutiny committee met at the Civic Centre in Carlisle on Wednesday (February 28) to discuss the iSH Enterprise
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Jury considering verdicts in 'torture' trial
THE CARLISLE Crown Court jury in the case of a Whitehaven man who denies inflicting violence that amounted “torture” on another man will resume their deliberations today. Two other west Cumbrian men have already admitted intentionally inflicting
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House of Fraser store in Carlisle signals closure with sale signs
CARLISLE’S long-established House of Fraser store has announced a 'closing down' sale, with speculation mounting that it could shut up shop within a few months. Despite staff using numerous posters to announce the sale, nobody at the business would
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Sainsbury's to axe 1500 jobs in the UK in effort to cut costs
Sainsbury’s has announced it will cut around 1500 jobs across stores in the UK in an effort to cut costs by around £1 billion a year. The supermarket giant said it would look to cut roles in its contact centre in Widnes, in Cheshire, at its in-store
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Carlisle United goalkeeper Breeze signs three-year deal with Blues
Promising goalkeeper Gabe Breeze has signed a new deal at Carlisle United. The 20-year-old Cumbrian has put pen to paper after weeks of negotiations. It sees the Penrith prospect commit his future to the Brunton Park club until the summer of
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Dubious goals panel confirms decision on Blues winner
Paul Huntington has been credited with the goal that got Carlisle United back to winning ways. The experienced defender has been awarded the first-half strike at Burton Albion which proved the winner. Sam Lavelle was initially regarded as the
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Bus passenger punched to the face in 'violent' attack
A BUS passenger was punched to the face in a ‘violent’ attack by an alcoholic who had been drinking vodka. David Webb, 42, was on a bus along with the victim who had been out drinking in Wetherspoons and was travelling home on July 19, Workington
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Looking back at foreign exchanges: a highlight of Cumbrian school life
For many, an exchange visit will have been a highlight of their time at school. Going abroad to stay with a foreign family and hosting a student in return provided a opportunity to experience another culture first-hand. In Cumbria, exchanges
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Heartbreak as Cumbrian Hairy Biker Dave Myers dies aged 66
TV chef and one half of the Hairy Bikers, Dave Myers has died 66, his co star and “best friend” Si King announced. He found fame alongside King, his friend of 30 years, as part of the motorcycle-riding cooking duo. He reached new fans in 2013
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CUOSC: Let's keep battling alongside these Blues players
By Dave Noble - CUOSC "Yeeeeeeeeesssssssss!" A WIN! Away from home! A clean sheet! It couldn’t be on could it? Well why not? Almost two years to the day a 1-0 away win set us on a run of six wins in seven games and pulled us clear of the drop to
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Body Shop in Carlisle set to close after company goes into administration
THE Body Shop store in Carlisle is set to close as part of the latest set of closures announced by the company. The high street skincare and cosmetics chain tumbled into administration earlier this month. Administrators from FRP Advisory said
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Helping hand with silage solutions for farmers
CUMBRIA farmers are being given a helping hand with getting to grips with silage grants, planning and regulations. H&H Land & Estates, Harrison & Hetherington, and Silostop Agri have teamed up to host a seminar taking place in Ring Four, Borderway
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Houston’s Coaches lead the charge with electric buses marking one year milestone
HOUSTON’s Coaches, a family-run bus company based in Dumfries and Galloway, has marked a milestone year in the transition to greener transport. Following the switch to electric buses last year, the Lockerbie company saw over 271,000 electric vehicle
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Stabbing victim gave false details to police then ran away from hospital
A STABBING victim gave a false name to police and then attempted to run away from officers after being arrested and taken to hospital. Rhys Mason, 33, had been arrested outside a pub on Lowther Street in Whitehaven on February 14, Workington Magistrates
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Simmo: Win must be starting point to regain 'respect' from fans
Paul Simpson says Carlisle United’s long-awaited victory must only be the start of a consistent bid to regain “respect” from fans. The Blues are back at Brunton Park this weekend when they face Reading – hoping to build on their midweek win at
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Cumbrian family-run business to trade from new premises
A family run antiques and furniture business has confirmed that it will be trading from a new premises from this weekend. Black Swan Vintage Interiors owner Steven Swan has agreed to work alongside fellow antiques trader Andrew Scott, the owner
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Carlisle man to become a model for hearing loss awareness show
A Carlisle man will join a Love Island star at a runway event to feature those with hearing loss and to challenge ‘outdated stigmas around hearing loss’. 47-year-old Barrie Mark, a personal trainer in and from Carlisle said he intends to show the
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Inquest into missing man adjourned amid criminal proceedings
AN inquest has been formally opened into the death of Annan man Paul Taylor by a coroner who has been granted permission to carry out the task despite his body not yet being located. Mr Taylor was aged 56 at the time he was reported missing after
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Cumbrian athlete wins latest gold medal in USA
Cumbrian athlete Tara Simpson-Sullivan has added another gold medal to her list of accolades in the USA. The 23-year-old triumphed at the 2024 American Athletic Indoor Track and Field Championship. Simpson-Sullivan, from Lowther, came out on
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Hairy Biker Dave Myers' emotional final TV appearance before death, aged 66
Hairy Biker Dave Myers was seen in an emotional final TV appearance with friend Si King just days before he died, aged 66. The TV chef passed away on February 28 following a battle with cancer, according to a statement from his co-star Si King
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The reason Hairy Bikers star Dave Myers didn't want to share what cancer he had
Chef and Hairy Bikers star Dave Myers has died aged 66 following a cancer diagnosis. The news was announced by co-star and best friend Si King on X, formally known as Twitter, sharing: "I’m afraid I bear some sad news. Most of you will know Dave
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How did Hairy Bikers duo Dave Myers and Si King meet before BBC shows?
The Hairy Bikers have been a fixture on British telly for many years but with the sad announcement from Si King that Dave Myers has passed away, many will be wondering how they met. The pair are best known for their travel and cooking shows that
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Hairy Biker Si King 'devastated' over loss of 'brother' Dave Myers
Si King has paid an emotional tribute to Dave Myers following his death at the age of 66, saying he was "devastated". Myers found fame alongside King, his friend of 30 years, as part of the motorcycle-riding cooking duo. He was born in Barrow-in-Furness
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Who is Liliana Orzac as husband Hairy Bikers star Dave Myers dies aged 66
Star of Hairy Bikers Dave Myers has died at the age of 66. The sad news was confirmed by his co star and best friend Si King on X, formally known as Twitter. The chef shared: "Most of you will know Dave has been fighting cancer for the past
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Hairy Biker Dave Myers dies aged 66, co star announces
TV chef and one half of the Hairy Bikers, Dave Myers has died 66, his co star and “best friend” Si King announced. He found fame alongside King, his friend of 30 years, as part of the motorcycle-riding cooking duo. He reached new fans in 2013
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Is 'Big Mo' coming back to EastEnders? BBC soap star set for dramatic return
Iconic EastEnders character “Big Mo” Harris (Laila Morse) is set for a “permanent” return on the BBC soap. The 78-year-old actress arrived in Walford back in 2000 but left in 2021 – she has since made occasional appearances over the last few years
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McDonald's running Leap Year giveaway where one screenshot could win 7 Big Macs
McDonald's is running a Leap Year giveaway on their Instagram today (Thursday, February 29) where the equivalent of 210 Big Macs could be won. As part of its ‘Leap Year Live’ social media promotion a live stream will take place on its Instagram
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Parents in England face higher fines if kids stay off school without permission
Parents in England face higher fines than ever before if they take their children out of class without permission. If a child misses five days of school for unauthorised absence, the Department for Education (DfE) has said a fine must be considered
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Aldi teases middle aisle treasures coming to UK stores in March
Aldi adds new and returning items to its middle aisle twice a week and as we prepare for March, here are a few things customers can find at the supermarket. From Easter decorations to beauty and skincare products, there’s plenty to look forward
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Double boost for Blues - and latest on strike pair
Carlisle United boss Paul Simpson could have a double boost in time for this weekend’s game – with two players poised to return from injury. Josh Emmanuel and Ben Barclay look set to be back in the mix for the home clash with Reading. Emmanuel
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Police find missing 50-year-old man last seen in Whitehaven
Police have found missing Lee Gaitskell who was last seen on February 28 in the area of Main Street, Whitehaven. READ MORE: Man charged with possession of knife after police called to Whitehaven
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Police called to Whitehaven after reports of man carrying a knife
A man has been charged with possession of a bladed article and resisting arrest after an incident in Whitehaven. Police were called to Whitehaven on February 27 following reports that a man was in possession of a knife. A stop search was
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'You're a scary, violent man,' prosecutor tells accused in torture trial
A WHITEHAVEN man accused of helping to inflict a “savage beating” that amounted to torture on one of his friends told a jury he helped the victim. At Carlisle Crown Court, 32-year-old Jordan Starkey denied joining the violent attack on 40-year-old
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See our top News & Star Camera Club pictures
WE picked some of our top camera club pictures of the scenery in Cumbria. Here are our best three. Mark Hetherington's image of Sphinx Rock on Great Gable. Paul Grindley shared this picture of Criffel and the Solway Firth, taken from
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Reactions to Lake District's increasing car parking prices
WE shared the news that car parking fees in the Lake District are set to increase – with prices at one car park set to go up by 67 per cent for a two-hour stay. Members of the resources committee for the Lake District National Park Authority are
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Beloved butcher's shop employee retires after three-decades
A long-serving staff member at Cranstons has been celebrated on her retirement after 30 years of service to the company. Sue Carr was presented with her retirement gifts last week by Philip Cranston, chairman of Cranstons, and shop managers, Mark
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Residents raise road safety issues in town
RESIDENTS of Keswick have pointed out dangerous parking and other road safety concerns in a police survey. Issues highlighted include inconsiderate parking near Thirlmere in summer, and speeding on Manor Brow and St Johns Street and contravening
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Local lads launching quality-focused sandwich shop
TWO local lads have been hard at work kitting out Carlisle's newest sandwich shop set to feed the city in the coming weeks. Bridgeside Bites, located at Unit 10 on Rome Street, is scheduled to open its doors in mid-March. Carlisle's Joshua
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Carlisle United's road to the top: Promotion jitters and a transfer request
Part 31 of our weekly series charting Carlisle United's historic 1973/74 season... The fear of Carlisle United blowing a good position at the business end of a season is ingrained in supporters, and those concerns were certainly alive when, for
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'Spot on!' says Carlisle drugs criminal facing at least seven years in jail
A REPEAT drugs offender from Carlisle who was told he faces at least seven years in jail for his latest crime cheerfully left the dock, telling the judge: “Spot on! Ta-ra!” At the city’s crown court, Stephen Irwin, 37, admitted possessing cocaine
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England rugby star to support Cumbrian grassroots side
An England Rugby Union star is set to support a Cumbrian grassroots club close to where she grew up. Abbie Ward, who plays in the lock position for Bristol Bears and England, was born in Dumfries but spent much of her childhood in Keswick, representing
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Friends of the Lake District 'tentatively' welcome new holiday lets move
Cumbrian landscape charity Friends of the Lake District has tentatively welcomed a move to help communities where high proportions of the housing stock are lost to holiday lets. The charity, however, is keen to see more detail on how the proposals
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Overnight road improvement works in Cumbria
Road improvement works will be taking place overnight on the A689 Hallbankgate from next week. The 10 night project, set to begin on Monday, March 4, and continue through to Friday, March 15, will enhance the durability and quality of the highway
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Alcohol-free bar to open in Lake District town
A new alcohol-free bar is coming to the Lake District. Aiming to be open next Thursday, March 7, on Main Street in Keswick, No Monkey Business, led by Vicki Mallaghan who also operated Café Hope in the town will be embarking on a new frontier for
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Dough-Luxe teams up with businesses to bring more sweet treats to Carlisle
An artisan bakery is teaming up with local businesses to bring more sweet treats and gourmet bites to Carlisle. Dough-Luxe, which is located in Scotch Street's Market Hall, is owned by chef Andy King and has enjoyed a wave of success and backing
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Funding boost for final phase of housing development
Penrith-based Genesis Homes has clinched a £3.2 million funding deal for the third stage of its award-winning Eamont Chase Development. This backing comes from Paragon Bank, in addition to an equity investment from the Housing Growth Partnership
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Step into the shoes of a refugee at interactive exhibition
MEMBERS of the public are being invited to an interactive exhibition aimed at creating the plight and experiences of asylum seekers worldwide. Organised by Penrith and Eden Refugee Network and Carlisle Refugee Action Group, Escape to Safety will
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Looking back at memories from our local primary schools
IN this edition of Nostalgia, we are looking back at memories from Belle Vue school in Carlisle. The primary school has been opened for 55 years this September. In 2019, to celebrate its 50th anniversary, Belle Vue Primary School, on Beaver Road
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Looking back at memories from school trips across the county
IN this edition of nostalgia, we are looking back at school trips across Cumbria. Whether you were taking a trip abroad to places like France, Holland, Germany or even further afield. Or you perhaps you went up the road to Scotland, or down the
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Carlisle studio to host free events for summer yoga festival
An award-winning yoga studio in Carlisle is set to celebrate International Yoga Day by hosting some free events for people of all ages and abilities this summer. While International Yoga Day falls on Friday, June 21, The Yoga Studio Carlisle wants
