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Simmo: 'Sometimes that's what you have to do...'
Listen to Carlisle United boss Paul Simpson talking to the News & Star's Matty O'Hara about the win at Cheltenham Town, player decisions and the home games ahead. Click on the Play button to hear our post-match interview with the Blues manager.
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Last chance to subscribe to our Carlisle United coverage for £2
Today is your last chance to take advantage of our flash sale which gives you unlimited access to our Carlisle United coverage for just £2. Our discount offer means you can read everything we write about the Blues for the next two months for £2
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Cumbrian's strong showing in bid for Olympics selection
Cumbrian swimmer Luke Greenbank made a strong case for Olympic selection despite being pipped to the British title. The Cockermouth star was a close second in the men's 200m backstroke at the British Aquatics Championships in London. Greenbank's
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Branthwaite confirms 'focus' amid transfer speculation
Jarrad Branthwaite has insisted he's "blocking out" transfer speculation amid Everton's fight for Premier League survival. The Cumbrian defender's impressive performances throughout the Premier League season have seen him linked with a string of
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Man with links to Cumbria wanted for questioning over 'serious sexual offence'
A MAN with links to Cumbria is wanted in connection with a serious sexual offence in Bristol. Avon and Somerset Police are reaching out for help in finding the 36-year-old Tatenda Madombwe, who also goes by Tate Gibson. Police say the man
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'Kick in teeth' for flood-hit Cumbrian farmers
FLOOD-hit farmers in Cumbria are not on the list to receive Government help after being pushed to the limit by the devastating storms that have hit the county. Under the scheme farmers in certain parts of the country are to receive grants of up
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Bus service boost for tourism workers
An extended bus service between Furness and South Lakes is providing a welcome boost for tourism and hospitality workers working evening and weekend shifts. Latest figures from Cumbria Tourism (March 2024) reveal that up to 81 per cent of tourism
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Judgement-free space introduced at care home for gentlemen with help of club
PENNINE Lodge care home has introduced a new "gentlemen's club", and invited guest speaker Chris Green from Carlisle's Andy's Man Club, to get involved in the first session. The initiative allows men a judgment-free space to share their experiences
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Cheltenham boss: We let down our fans against Carlisle United
Cheltenham Town boss Darrell Clarke says his team “let down our supporters” in defeat to relegated Carlisle United. The Robins’ survival hopes were dented by a third straight defeat as Sam Lavelle’s goal earned United the points. The Blues
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Victim of window cleaner's 'abhorrent' racist attack impacted by violence
A WOMAN bus passenger was subjected to “abhorrent” racist abuse by a Carlisle window cleaner who then assaulted her. The fearful victim of the unprovoked attack launched by 46-year-old Paul Metcalfe was left so traumatised that she now avoids using
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Planning application submitted for improved leisure facility
The Cleator Moor Town Deal has made another step forward with the submission of a planning application for a modern leisure facility. The application is part of the 'Healthy Town' project, one of four projects under the town deal, aiming to provide
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Firefighters called to workshop fire and car crash
PENRITH fire crews had a busy day yesterday, attending a workshop fire as well as a car crash. Quick-thinking owners dialed emergency services and used on-site extinguishers preventing the workshop blaze from escalating at around 2pm (April 9)
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Carlisle teenager makes winning start in bid for European boxing title
Teenage Carlisle boxer John Joe Carrigan will continue his bid for another European title on Thursday after making a successful start in Croatia. The Border City Amateur Boxing Club star is representing England in the EUBC Youth Championships.
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Cumbrians who shared the special sibling relationship
Today is Siblings Day (yes, there really is a day for everything) so we’re using it as an excuse to celebrate all things sisterly and brotherly. While recognised globally, it’s a holiday in parts of the US and Canada. There’s also the European
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Damage to parked car in Carlisle
Police are investigating an incident where damage was caused to a vehicle parked on Lime Street, Carlisle. The incident is reported to have occurred between 9.30am and 2.15pm on April 9,2024. The vehicle that was damaged was a cream and black
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Simpson confirms Blues loanees decision after injury blows
Paul Simpson has decided against recalling Carlisle United’s young loanees despite losing two of his attackers for the season. The Blues boss had previously suggested he may look to bring back the youth team players currently gaining experience
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Primary school children's save-the-bus campaign hit by vandalism
PUPILS at Kirkbride Primary School are hot on the heels of vandals who wrecked a bus shelter poster they had designed to promote the service. The children at Kirkbride Primary ran a successful campaign to save the Stagecoach 93/93A route in 2022
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Cumbrian pair honoured with Maundy money
Two people from Cumbria have spoken of their shock at being nominated for Maundy money recognising decades of Christian service to their churches and community. Brian Davis and Joan White were among 75 men and 75 women - equal to the age of His
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Dr Neil Hudson MP backs extension of triple lock on pensions
Dr Neil Hudson MP has welcomed the extension of the triple lock on pensions for 116,900 pensioners across Cumbria. The Conservatives have confirmed that the Triple Lock will be in their upcoming manifesto after months of speculation. Under
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Police 'concerned for welfare' of man who has been missing for almost two months
A SEARCH is ongoing for a Carlisle man who has not been seen since February - as police say they are 'concerned for his welfare'. Police are concerned for the welfare of missing Craige Johnson who has not been seen since February, 12 in the Shadygrove
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Taxi driver was subjected to racially aggravated insults
A DISTRESSED wife urged her taxi driver husband to report two women passengers who subjected him racist abuse during a journey through Carlisle. A fellow passenger who shared the late night taxi journey with 25-year-old Shanie Phillipson to the
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Reactions to "top-notch" Sewing Solutions celebrating 18 years of service
WE shared the news that a Carlisle sewing shop has thanked the support of its customers after reaching 18 years of business this week. Bella Santos set up Sewing Solutions in the Market Hall in 2006, before moving to its current Bank Street location
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Carlisle bare-knuckle champion confirms plans after title defence
Danny Christie wants to make history by becoming British bare-knuckle champion in a second weight division. The Carlisle fighter, who retained his BKFC light-heavyweight title last weekend, has set out his new goal in the sport. Christie, from
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Estranged husband given stalking order banned from Morrisons store where wife works
AN ESTRANGED husband has been banned from the north Carlisle supermarket where his wife works after he flouted a court order designed to stop him stalking her. Alan Doran, 59, committed the offence by repeatedly calling his daughter in an attempt
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See the best News & Star Camera Club pictures
WE gathered some of our favourite camera club pictures from readers. Here are the top three. Craig Slater shared this sunset at St Bees beach. Katie Whyte's image of light on Borrowdale fells in Keswick, The Lake District.
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West Cumbrian youth plans to appeal against rape conviction
A WEST Cumbrian teenager has been put on the Sex Offender Register for five years after he was convicted of rape. The youth, who was 16 when he committed the offence in the Maryport area, denied any wrongdoing but he was convicted after a trial
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Man's illegal messages to his ex leads to a night in the cells
A CARLISLE man involved in a “toxic” relationship with a local woman spent a night in custody after he flouted a court ban on contacting her. Richard Farish, 41, was given a domestic violence protection order last month after a court ruled that
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LIVE:Traffic, travel and weather updates across Cumbria as flood alerts in place
3:08pm Busy day for Penrith firefighters yesterday (April, 9). Full story here.
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Dalston cottage in disrepair to be demolished
A COTTAGE near Dalston, which has fallen into disrepair and is currently uninhabitable, could be demolished and a replacement building put in its place. The site, which covers a total area of 530.00 square metres, is at Cardew Hall Cottages in
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Carlisle MP John Stevenson pays tribute to the late Cllr Cyril Weber
There is an assumption in British politics that people from the different parties can never get along. Certainly, if all you see in regards to politics is Prime Minister’s Questions and television shows like Question Time and The Politics Show
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Carlisle Green Room Club to welcome Elvis Presley tribute
Carlisle Green Room Club are set to welcome a tribute to Elvis Presley this summer. Lee Newsome has been performing his tribute to the King for four years and he currently tours the UK in various theatres and clubs. The show has customised
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Royal Scot pub in Carlisle closes its doors after contract not renewed
The Royal Scot pub in Morton has closed for the second time in a year after the contract was not renewed. The Royal Scot initially closed its doors in September 2022 after previous landlords Mike and Maxine Grierson decided to retire. The pub
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Football podcast bringing former premier league goalkeeper to Carlisle
THE MASSIVELY popular football podcast, Undr The Cosh, has announced their special guest for the evening will be goalkeeper Paddy Kenny. Presenters of the podcast, ex-professional footballers Jon Parkin and Chris Brown, along with award-winning
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Wind farm contributes more than £1m to community
A wind farm located between Longtown and Gretna has contributed more than £1m in grants to the surrounding community. The Beck Burn Wind Farm, owned by EDF Renewables UK, began generating enough power for 18,000 homes from its nine turbines in
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Restaurant spices up menu after £2.5m hotel revamp
Following a £2.5 million revamp of Lodore Falls Hotel & Spa, Mizu Pan-Asian Restaurant has launched a brand new menu. Noted for its eastern culinary prowess, the award-winning restaurant, found within the Keswick hotel, has further spiced up its
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City's Travelodge puts forward expansion plans
CARLISLE'S Travelodge is seeking approval for expansion plans. The hotel, on Cecil Street, seeks to convert its existing office space on the first floor into additional hotel rooms. The application was submitted to Cumberland Council on April
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Man to attempt 500-mile cycle within 24 hours for cancer charity
A man will attempt to cycle 500 miles in 24 hours for charity this weekend. Richard McDowell, from Flimby, said he was boasting drunkenly with friends at a wedding that he could easily take on the challenge. Keen to put his money where his
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Cumberland launch £55 million roads scheme amidst widespread pothole criticism
Cumberland Council have announced a three-year deal worth more than £50 million to fix roads across the region amidst widespread criticism of the state of roads across Cumberland. The £55 million agreement has been signed by local company, DSD
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HEALTH COLUMN: Keeping your child safe at home
EACH year 40,000 under-fives are admitted to hospital following accidents, and lots of these accidents are preventable. Our babies and children are precious and we want to protect them from harm. The orange book is a resource for families that
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Women overtake men in driving test pass rates at Workington Test Centre
Women overtook men in driving test pass rates at Workington Test Centre last year, new figures show. Figures from the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency show male drivers took 1,478 tests at Workington Test Centre in 2023, 826 of which were successful
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Cumbrian swimming pool makes plea for help as gas prices soar
A Cumbrian swimming pool is appealing for help from the community as rising gas and electric bills threaten the future of the building. Wigton Baths Trust, a registered charity, has been a huge part of the local community since it was built in
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Three bedroomed detached bungalow on the market for £399,950
TAKE a look inside this detached house which is now on the market in Whitehaven. The bungalow is on the market for £399,950 and comes with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The house boasts stunning, uninterrupted, views that are described
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Motor club to support Cumbrian charities later this month in classic car show
A CUMBRIAN motor club will be supporting charities in the county later this month with a classic car event. The charities that Wigton Motor Club will be supporting this year are: West Cumbria Carers and the Jigsaw Children’s Hospice. The multi
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Hospital Nurse to be struck off for mismanagement of 'medicines'
A FORMER NURSE at West Cumberland Hospital is set to be struck off the nursing register following determinations of lack of competence and misconduct. Roshin Mohammed Sherif has received a striking-off order and an 18-month interim suspension
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School launches free transport intiative and discounts on fees
St Bees School is offering free transport for students in Carlisle and surrounding areas alongside scholarships and bursaries worth up to 50 per cent. The transportation initiative is meant to ensure distance does not hinder any student from benefiting
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Simpson praises Carlisle United for 'professional' victory against Cheltenham Town
CARLISLE United manager Paul Simpson has praised his side for being 'professional' as they claimed a 1-0 victory against Cheltenham Town. The result against Darrell Clarke's relegation-threatened Robins came three days after the Blues had had
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Artisan Fete to feature crafts, food, and furry friends
Cumberland Council is hosting a free Artisan Fete at the Distington Walled Garden this Saturday (April 13). Following the success of similar past events, the council hopes again to highlight the talents of craftspeople and vendors in the area.
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Public consultation on play area upgrades underway
A public consultation is underway regarding plans to spend £70,000 developing a play area. Proposed improvements for the Parkland Village play area in the southeast of Carlisle include new equipment and surfacing, as well as an upgrade to either
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Triathlete takes on ambassador role for Aqua Pura
Gold medal-winning triathlete, Jess Learmonth MBE, has teamed up with a Cumbrian natural mineral water brand as it's new brand ambassador - and you could train with her. Aqua Pura, which translates to 'pure water', is sourced from deep within the
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Unlock your business potential with powerful management information
For business owners trying to make the best decisions, immediate access to the latest financial data is non-negotiable. Crafting accurate and prompt management accounts, bolstered by the insights from cutting-edge digital accounting technology,
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Popular Cumbrian music festival to return this summer
A popular Cumbrian music festival is set to return for its fifth year this summer, with an exciting line-up already announced. The annual Wild on the Wall music festival will be held in Brampton from Friday, July 26 until to Sunday, July 28 at
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Hundreds of runners brave the storm in northern ultra race
Hundreds of runners are racing across Cumbria as part of an ultra-running event which started on Saturday (April 6). Over five days, almost 400 athletes are taking aprt in the SILVA Northern Traverse, Lakes Traverse, Dales Traverse, and Moors Traverse
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Town's Halifax branch goes on the market
PENRITH's former Halifax bank is up for sale. Located in the Middlegate area of the town centre, the building offers a total of 2,173sqft across three floors. It has been placed on the market with a guide price of £150,000. The property
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Fibrus customers in Cumbrian town now connected to full-fibre network
More than 2600 properties in a Cumbrian town are now able to connect to full-fibre broadband. Fibrus’ rollout in Wigton is the latest, following Workington, Parton, and Ambleside, which have recently been connected to the network. Fibrus said