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Simmo to keep tabs on Diamond ahead of 'big summer recruitment job'
Paul Simpson has not ruled out a summer move for Jack Diamond as he looks ahead to a “big recruitment job” at Carlisle United. The Sunderland winger has made 12 appearances during his loan move to the Blues this year. After a series of starts
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Simmo: 'Everybody understands those are the rules...'
Listen to Carlisle United manager Paul Simpson talking to the News & Star about the disciplinary process over a players' night out, this weekend's trip to Northampton Town, recruitment, physio Chris Brunskill's departure and more... Click on the
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Police have welcomed and licensed three new recruits into their ranks
CUMBRIA police has welcomed and licensed three new four-legged recruits into their ranks from the 2022 litter. In June 2022, police dog Teal, who at the time was a seven-year-old Dutch Shepherd, and had been with the force since she was just 9
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Well-loved sporting goods shop announces new management
A well-loved sporting goods shop has announced that it has been brought under new management. Chivers Sports on Abbey Street, Carlisle announced the change in management on social media months after announcing that it would close in early 2024
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Police search for missing 66 year old man John Sutherland
HAVE you seen missing 66-year-old John Sutherland? Police are concerned for the welfare of missing John who was last seen 2pm today (April 5) on Orfeur Street, Carlisle. John is described as 6ft 2.5ins and was last seen wearing a fleecy grey
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Popular Lake District event postponed due to Storm Kathleen
A POPULAR event in the Lake District has been postponed this weekend, following forecasted 50mph winds and bad weather. The postponement of the Lakeland Festival of Light event, up Catbells on April 6, comes at a time in which a yellow weather
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Northampton manager's views on Carlisle United and Saturday's clash
Northampton Town boss Jon Brady says his side must find their “own motivation” against a Carlisle United side aiming to delay relegation. This weekend’s hosts have enjoyed a solid season back in the third tier and sit 11th with four games to go
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Long-serving Carlisle councillor dies after over 40 years in local government
A long-serving councillor and former mayor of Carlisle has died. Cyril Weber, who most recently represented the Harraby North ward, died yesterday (April 4, 2024) after a long career as a local council member in north Cumbria. He spent his
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Assault at nightclub leaves three injured
POLICE are investigating an assault on three people inside a nightclub in Penrith. The incident took place on the morning of Sunday, March 24, between 1.40-1.55am inside The Warehouse nightclub. It is reported three members of the public
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Police officers meet with town centre businesses to tackle shoplifting
CUMBRIA Police have been in Penrith, helping to tackle shoplifting. Officers organised a Shopwatch meeting with town centre businesses. This was to help to understand the issues that businesses face concerning shoplifting. A spokesperson
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Lib Dems unite in push for sanctions and ceasefire
TWO Lib Dem parliamentary candidates have united in calls for peace in Gaza. The calls follow the tragic death of three British aid workers, killed by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), in what Israel has acknowledged was their own strike.
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Police officers tackle speeding in rural parts of North Cumbria
CUMBRIA Police have been continuing to tackle speeding. Residents in parts of Carlisle had raised concerns about speeding issues. Officers visited key locations that had been identified and conducted speed checks to ensure drivers were traveling
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Multiple burglary allegations involved theft of cars, court told
A NORTH Cumbrian man has appeared before a Carlisle court charged with seven burglaries and five alleged thefts. Nathan Stewart, 27, whose address was not provided in court, declined to enter any pleas when he appeared before District Judge John
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Carlisle man, 20, accused of assisting alleged murderer
A YOUNG man has appeared before a Carlisle court accused of “assisting” an alleged murderer by disposing of a car. Marcus Goodfellow, 20, was not asked to enter a plea when he appeared at the city’s Rickergate court, where the charge was put to
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Carlisle bare-knuckle champion set to defend title on live TV
Carlisle bare-knuckle boxing champion Danny Christie puts his British title on the line on live TV this weekend. The Currock fighter takes on Welsh opponent David Round at BKFC 60 Milton Keynes. And for the first time the major bare-knuckle
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Carlisle United manager close to decisions on players' futures
Paul Simpson says he is very close to decisions on players’ futures at Carlisle United. The Blues have five games remaining this season, starting at Northampton Town tomorrow. And while Simpson says players nearing the end of deals still have
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Meet the Carlisle blacksmith forging new connections with ancient history
A Carlisle-based blacksmith is aiming to forge new connections with ancient history through his passion for metalwork. Dave Owen is the owner of BlueDog Forge in Thurstonfield and creates handcrafted ancient weaponry such as swords, knives, and
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Motorcyclist who committed sixth disqualified driving offence given last chance
A BANNED driver caught illegally riding a motorbike while on his way to a Probation appointment was warned he faces jail if he does it again. After earlier offending, a court gave 37-year-old Mark Riddick a ban until he passes an extended test,
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'Fabulous', say readers of Hadrian's Wall fundraising walk
WE shared the news that the beloved Cumbrian pooch Max the Miracle dog was remembered on BBC Breakfast this week. Owner Kerry Irving went on the show to share his latest challenge in memory of the late spaniel. Mr Irving was joined by Harry
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Our best News & Star Camera Club pictures
WE picked some of our favourite camera club images. Here are the best three. Aitch Smith's picture taken at Cogra Moss. Tracy Hadwin shared this picture of a short-eared owl. Daffodils in the evening sunset, shared by Elaine
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LIVE: Storm Kathleen, news, traffic and travel updates
4:30pm HAVE you seen missing 66-year-old John Sutherland?
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'We need our community' says chairman as club hope to continue on winning path
WORKINGTON TOWN chairman Graeme Peers has given his thoughts on the season so far, as he looks ahead to this weekend's home game. Town had a great Easter weekend, beating Newcastle Thunder 48-18 at the Thunder's home stadium on March 30. And
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Workshop that lets you become a soap star
Tucked away in a quiet woodland location on the western shore of Windermere is a place where you can become an instant soap star! Happily, there’s no acting involved. It’s the new workshop of Pure Lakes Skincare, the popular Lake District brand
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Prolific thief jailed after stealing charity box cash
A PROLIFIC shoplifter who has moved to Carlisle from west Cumbria has been jailed after a spate of stealing - including the theft of charity box cash. A district judge told 35-year-old Kimberley Bennewith that her failure to cooperate with probation
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Sellafield trainees raise £10,000 for Great North Air Ambulance
A GROUP of trainees at Sellafield have been raising money for their chosen charity. The team, which was made up of graduates and apprentices, has spent the past 12 months fundraising for the Great North Air Ambulance. Together they have collected
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Midfielder ruled out of Carlisle United's trip to Northampton
Dylan McGeouch is out of Carlisle United’s trip to Northampton Town but his calf injury is not serious, Paul Simpson has confirmed. The experienced midfielder has suffered a mild strain of the muscle, a scan has confirmed. Former Celtic and
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Dog attack on local farm leaves two lambs dead and one injured
A DOG attack on a farm in Distington has left two lambs dead and one injured after less than 24 hours of being placed in the field, according to an angry farmer. Aaron Lawson, who works on his grandfather William Lawson's farm, Stubsgill Farm,
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Carlisle bakery business rolls into first-class with rail contract
CARLISLE'S own bakery business, Pie Demand, has secured a tasty contract with TransPennine Express. Passengers aboard TransPennine Express' first-class carriages, spanning routes from Manchester to Liverpool, all the way up to Glasgow and Edinburgh
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Judge tells Carlisle nuisance: 'You never learn your lesson'
A NOTORIOUS Carlisle nuisance has been jailed again after he added three more upsetting offences of antisocial behaviour to his 216 previous crimes. After hearing that 47-year-old Andrew Bell racially abused a young man and threatened him before
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Demolition of former art block as part of new sports hall plans
PLANS have been put forward to demolish a former art block at a secondary school in Carlisle to help make way for a new sports hall and changing facilities. Austin Friars School submitted a proposal for the new sports facility on their grounds
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Former theatre group vice chair's love of Shakespeare and local history
A WOMAN has shared memories of her time helping to run a Shakespeare theatre group. Helen Ivison was the vice chair of Curwen Heritage Theatre, a group that performed Shakespeare plays throughout the 1990s. Their plays were performed across
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Carlisle United team up with Hospice at Home with Blues Lotto
A Cumbrian charity has launched a new partnership with Carlisle United Football Club. The Blues have been loyal supporters of Hospice at Home Carlisle & North Lakeland for over 15 years and this year the charity has launched a new and exciting
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Thousands of hours of raw sewage dumped into north Cumbria's waterways
NEW figures from the Environment Agency have laid bare how much raw sewage has been dumped in north Cumbrian waterways. The data reveals the frequency and duration of spills from storm overflows, which release untreated sewage into rivers and
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New High Sheriff vows commitment to county's youth
Cumbria's newly appointed High Sheriff has pledged his commitment to supporting the county's youth. Christopher Holmes, from Scotby, was officially installed in his role for 2024-25 at The Fratry of Carlisle Cathedral, succeeding Samantha Scott
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Cumbria Singers present evening of Elgar and Fauré music in Carlisle
Cumbria Singers are gearing up for their concert featuring renowned works by Elgar and Fauré at Carlisle Cathedral on Saturday, April 20. Following their lauded performance of Haydn’s 'Creation' in April last year, the concert begins at 7.30pm.
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Former councillor receives MBE from Princess Anne in magical day at Windsor
A WELL-KNOWN Carlisle community activist and former councillor was invited to Windsor for ‘a magical day’ to receive her MBE from the Princess Royal. Elsie Martlew was awarded an MBE for political and public service in the King’s 2024 New Years
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Cumbria Fire and Rescue warn of dangers of going into open water this summer
EMERGENCY services are warning people about the dangers of swimming in rivers and lakes. With summer approaching more people will be heading out in the sunshine and may want to cool off in the lakes. However, Cumbria Fire and Rescue warns
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Olympian's care system plea sparks inspiration in Cumbria
Cumbrian educational professionals were inspired by the stark story of a star athlete's upbringing. One of Britain's greatest athletes, who was abandoned as a baby and left to die, has called for improvements to the care system in order to shape
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Carlisle United support Brampton man ahead of marathon motorcycle trip
A Cumbrian man has received support from Carlisle United as he prepares for the trip of a lifetime this summer. David Kershaw, from Brampton, is set to ride 5,000 miles to Africa and back on his scooter this year to raise money for local and national
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Cumbrian castle to host James Bond themed casino night
A Cumbrian castle is set to host a James Bond themed casino night later this month. The Rose Castle, located in Dalston, will host a night of glitz and glamour on April 20. Guests will be treated to a complimentary glass of fizz before a five-course
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Motorbike safety sessions to be held in Cumbria
A series of sessions on how to safely use motorbikes will be held in Cumbria. Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) said, in partnership with the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA), Cumbria Constabulary, and Beep Doctors, the
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Looking back at mining across our county throughout the years
IN this edition of nostalgia, we are looking back at mining in Cumbria throughout the years. With early beginnings, mining activity in Cumbria dates back to the Roman period. There is evidence that the Romans, who occupied Britain from 43 to 410
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Andy's Man Club Carlisle to feature at Blues podcast's charity football match
THE Carlisle branch of a UK men's suicide prevention charity is set to feature at 'The Clash of Carlisle' charity football match. The match will see Carlisle United content creators The Last Ditch Podcast take on the Blue Army Podcast at Gretna
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Cumbrian wildlife enthusiast cycles 1,000 miles as part of charity challenge
A Cumbrian wildlife enthusiast has cycled 1,000 miles as part of an ongoing charity challenge. Rhiannon Ridgewell is a volunteer for the Cumbria Wildlife Trust at the wildflower nursery at Gosling Sike, Houghton, and has been involved with nature
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Nature reserve near Carlisle launches new gelato shack
A POPULAR Carlisle spot has teamed up with a Cumbrian firm to offer Italian gelato on its premises. Watchtree Nature Reserve will showcase a new collaboration with local Cumbrian firm, Three Hills Gelato, based at The Torpenhow Cheese Company,
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Museum 'blasts' through £60k fundraising target for RAF plane
The Solway Aviation Museum has successfully hit its £60,000 fundraising target to bring the historic Blackburn Beverley XB259 to Cumbria. Back in February, the museum launched its fundraiser to bring the last surviving RAF transport aircraft of