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Loan watch and ex-Blues: vital wins and promotion parties
Carlisle United’s loanees in Scotland both played their part in important wins in the battle for League One survival. Kai Nugent tasted victory with Annan Athletic while Max Kilsby also contributed to three vital points for Queen of the South.
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Couple who are enjoying the sweet smell of success
If a ‘scratch and sniff’ map of the Lake District exists, make sure you go to Far Sawrey first and release the fragrance of bitter orange, lime and sweet ylang ylang. For just over a year ago Claire and Gareth McKeever moved their Pure Lakes business
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What did we learn from Carlisle United's defeat to Blackpool?
Carlisle United were beaten 1-0 by Blackpool at Brunton Park on Saturday – but what did we learn from the game? Let’s take a look… 1 ROCK BOTTOM Paul Simpson, before the game, said a “small win” even in United’s relegation predicament could
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Stop / go boards to be put in place on part of A595 for two weeks
NATIONAL Highways will be implementing stop / go boards on part of the A595. This will affect the stretch of the A595 around the Howgate roundabout near Whitehaven. Yesterday, April 15, there were traffic lights from 7.30pm until 6am today
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News & Star readers can subscribe for just £5 for 5 months in this flash sale
Readers who want to subscribe to our news site can enjoy an exclusive offer of £5 for 5 months or over 40% off an annual subscription during our limited-time promotion. A digital subscription is the best way to read our news site online, as subscribers
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Cumbria Police release CCTV for investigation into counterfeit notes
Police are releasing CCTV as of part of an investigation into counterfeit notes used in Workington and Whitehaven. Officers are looking to identify the person pictured to assist with their investigations. Anyone with information relating to
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Cumbrian projects bolstered by substantial government funding
Cumbrian organisations have received almost £400,000 in 'levelling up' government funding. The money has been awarded to address geographical inequalities and provide much-needed support to the local community. The Cumbria Community Foundation
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Emergency services respond after body of a man found in Cumbrian harbour
A BODY of a man in his 60s has been found in Whitehaven harbour this morning, following an emergency service response. Police were called at 9.08am today, April 15 to the report of a body found at The Harbour in Whitehaven. The body, a man
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Thieves' £4,000 shoplifting spree ended in 90mph high speed police chase
TWO men went on a £4,000 shoplifting spree in Penrith before a dangerous high speed police chase as they headed out of Cumbria. Shaun Ellwood, 52, and 34-year-old Liam Prudhoe hit seven different stores on a single day during a planned criminal
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In pictures: Carlisle United fans at the Blackpool game!
A crowd of 7,600 was at Brunton Park to watch Carlisle United's penultimate home game of the season. Photographer Ben Holmes was there to capture the scenes in the stands as the Blues lost 1-0 to Blackpool. Click on the image at the top of
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Meet Skye and Alfie - Our Pets of the Week
HERE are our Pets of the Week, courtesy of Oak Tree Animals' Charity. SKYE Skye is a Domestic Long Hair who is looking for a new home. She's approximately 5 years old, loves to explore, and therefore would like a home with outdoor access in
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Pub thank emergency services for quick response after early morning fire at premises
A PUB has thanked emergency services for their help this morning, after the flat above the premises caught fire. Crews from Cockermouth and Aspatria fire stations attended the incident at the Greyhound Inn in Bothel at 7:11am this morning, April
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'Miserable afternoon all round' - Carlisle United fans on Blackpool defeat
Carlisle United fans gave us their views on social media platform X after the 1-0 defeat to Blackpool - here's a selection of their comments. Poor game all round. We never got going properly and even the brief flashes of football were spoiled by
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Update on missing paddleboarder after paddleboard found with snapped safety cord
A MISSING paddleboarder has been found following growing concern after a paddleboard was found with a snapped safety cord. While dealing with a separate incident to help five people who had got into trouble while canoeing on Derwent water, on Friday
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Parts of Cumbria issued with weather warning - as Met Office predicts 'disruption'
A YELLOW weather warning has been placed across parts of Cumbria today, as the Met Office predicts strong winds may cause 'disruption' across the county. The Met Office have issued the warning across parts of Cumbria and the rest of England as
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Breaking news, traffic, travel and weather from across Cumbria - live updates
12:46pm THREE men have been arrested following a serious assault in Whitehaven. It occurred in the early hours of
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"Fabulous idea" - Care home teams up with Andy's Man Club
WE shared the news that 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
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Welcome the new season with North Lakes Hotel & Spa
Embrace the new season with the award-winning North Lakes Hotel & Spa. Whether it’s a spring-inspired Sunday lunch or a two-night getaway with the whole family, now’s the time for longer days and (hopefully) nicer weather. Spring staycations
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Lib dem candidate invites community to bring concerns forward
The Liberal Democrat candidate for Penrith & Solway, Julia Aglionby, has planned a community meeting to address local concerns ahead of the general election later this year. The event will be held at Langwathby Village Hall on April 24 at 7.30pm
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Planning applications you may have missed
FROM a wedding venue in a historic castle being approved to Carlisle's Travelodge expansion plans, here are the latest planning and development stories you may have missed last week. Approved wedding venue at Greystoke Castle Plans were approved
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Carlisle dad set to cook up a storm on BBC show Masterchef
A sales manager from Carlisle is set to appear on the new season of the BBC cooking show Masterchef. Tom Johnston, was born and raised in Moffat, Scotland, before moving to Carlisle in 2010 where he lives with his wife and three daughters.
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Almost 40,000 on NHS waiting lists across North Cumbria as list continues to grow
Tens of thousands of patients were waiting for routine treatment at North Cumbria Integrated Care (NCIC) in February, figures show. A health think tank warned it would take many years to get back to pre-pandemic levels at the current rate.
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See the best News & Star Camera Club pictures
HERE are our favourite camera club pictures from members. We picked the best three. Mark Hetherington's image of the Milky Way in Buttermere. A male chaffinch, shared by Paul Messenger. Caroline Herety shared this image of
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New £650,000 classroom at Cumwhinton School to aid 'academic excellence'
The addition of a new classroom at Cumwhinton School will ensure that it will remain a ‘beacon of excellence for years to come’ according to the headteacher. The £650,000 investment is dedicated to the development of a new classroom alongside upgrading
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Charity appeals for prom attire donations
Eden Valley Hospice is seeking donations of prom wear to hold a low-cost pop-up shop. The hospice, following last year's success, plans to repeat the event, providing individuals the opportunity to purchase quality or new prom attires at affordable
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Simpson: Why I left punished Blues players out of squad again
Paul Simpson says he again left out the Carlisle United players carpeted for a night out because of an important “principle”. The Blues boss omitted Jordan Gibson and Alfie McCalmont from the squad for a third successive game on Saturday. It