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Carlisle's John Joe Carrigan wins gold medal at Three Nations event
Carlisle's teenage boxing star John Joe Carrigan has won his second consecutive title and claimed a gold medal at the Three Nations. The event, which took place at Cardiff's Sports Wales National Centre on Saturday, June 8, and Sunday, June 9,
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Memories of healthy eating: how we’ve embraced a balanced diet
This week is Healthy Eating Week, and what could be a better time to look at how we’ve tried to look after our bodies? With the growing awareness of the importance of a healthy diet, the phrase “you are what you eat” has never been more relevant
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'Exhaustion' leads to second horse death at Appleby Fair
A second horse died of "exhaustion" at the Appleby Fair, according to a report by the RSPCA. A Shetland pony was found dead in a residential area at the back of the Trade Field on Saturday, showing "all the signs of exhaustion". This follows
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Video game company announces nuclear fallout survival set in Cumbria
AN independent video game company has announced a new release which takes place in Cumbria and the north of England in the aftermath of the Windscale disaster. The Windscale fire occured at Sellafield on October 10 1957, and has been described
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Man arrested after collision with historic railway bridge in Aspatria
A 27-year-old man was arrested after a vehicle collided with a bridge in West Cumbria. Police were called to Station Road in Aspatria at around 4am on the morning of Sunday, June 9 to reports of a one vehicle collision. The driver of the vehicle
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Council images reveal regeneration project which could change city
THE start of a major project to rejuvenate a prominent area of the city centre is scheduled to start next week, the council said. Cumberland Council’s Carlisle Southern Gateway project on English Street aims to regenerate the southern entrance
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Detectives investigate attempt burglary which occurred overnight
AN attempted burglary which occurred overnight in the Bowscar area of Penrith has sparked an investigation by detectives. In the early hours of June 11, officers received a report of people attempting to gain access to a property on Bowscar Road
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A&E patient threw perfume bottle at security worker
AN ANNOYED patient at the A&E Department of Carlisle’s Cumberland Infirmary thew a perfume bottle at a security guard. Lisa Nugent, 33, committed the offence after staff ushered her into a room away from other patients to calm her down - but
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Man was accused of hitting his partner with a claw hammer
A DISTRICT judge has banned a Carlisle man from seeing his long-term partner for a month following an allegation that he threatened to burn down her home. The comment was reported to Cumbria Police on June 1 - the latest in a series of alleged
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Readers respond to bogus Lanes Facebook account
WE shared the news that the Lanes Shopping Centre in Carlisle has issued a warning after a fake Facebook account promoted a "£32m redevelopment" plan for the site. Widely shared, the false post claimed plans of a cinema, bowling alley, and laser
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See the best News & Star Camera Club pictures
WE picked some of the best News & Star Camera Club images. These are the top three. Craig Slater's image of the setting sun in Ravenglass. The setting sun in Ravenglass by Craig Slater (Image: News and Star Facebook Camera Club) Lou
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£5million pledged for Borders Railway evaluation project in Tory manifesto
THE Conservatives have committed to spending £5million for the evaluation of proposals to extend the borders railway line to Carlisle. In the manifesto launch on Tuesday, June 11, the Conservative party outlined their plan for Britain over the
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Former Carlisle United academy coach appointed as Cleator Moor Celtic boss
CLEATOR Moor Celtic have appointed former Carlisle United academy coach Gareth Agnew as their new first-team coach. Agnew has been with the West Cumbrian side, which plays in the West Lancashire Premier Division, for 10 years and had spells at
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Carlisle house can accommodate 14 people, council decides
PLANNERS have ruled that a property previously used for offices in Warwick Road in Carlisle can have three more bedsits added. Officers at Cumberland Council decided to grant retrospective planning permission so that it can be used as a house of
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Carlisle United agree deal to sign Scottish goalkeeper Jude Smith
CARLISLE United have agreed a deal to sign Scottish goalkeeper Jude Smith on a two-year-deal. The 21-year-old will join the Blues from Newcastle following the expiration of his contract with the Magpies at the end of June. Smith came through
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Newlyweds 'escape' wedding venue after accidental lock-in
A BRIDE who works at an escape room had no choice but to attempt to escape her wedding venue, after accidently being locked in. Hannah Richardson, 29, who works at a care home as well as the Red Herring escape rooms in Carlisle, married Mark Richardson
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Lake District community venue to host talk on Herdwick Sheep
THE Gather will be hosting a talk about a Lake District nature icon. The community venue in the Western Lake District will be hosting the talk today, June 11, at 7pm. It will explore the importance of Herdwick Sheep, which has been integral
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LS Lowry Maryport drawing sells for £38,400 at auction
A DRAWING of Maryport by renowned artist, LS Lowry fetched almost £40,000 when it went under the hammer last week. The drawing, entitled ‘Church on the Quay’ depicts Christ Church, Maryport which sits on the town’s quayside. This drawing has
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Three West Cumbrian boxers see success in national tournament
BEN Clements, Aiden Butterworth, and Anthony Harwood were representing their club Cleator Moor ABC in the Manchester Box Cup Tournament. All three came out on top in their bouts, finishing the season off with three gold medals to bring back home
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Summer festival to raise funds towards pupils' learning
A SUMMER festival evening is aiming to raise funds towards providing new experiences and enjoyment for nearly 250 West Cumbrian pupils. The music event, which is for over 18s only, features local music acts, food stalls, as well as a Prosecco and
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Book launch will discuss how crisis brings out the best in us
Hear the first-hand account of a woman's time in Budapest as thousands of Ukrainian refugees arrived. Eileen Kay, an expat and seasoned traveller, will be sharing tales from around the world as she launches her latest book at Cakes & Ale on 18
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Woman pleads not guilty to driving allegations linked to deaths of two people
A FLIMBY woman has formally entered not guilty pleas to allegations that she caused the deaths of two people by dangerous driving. At Carlisle Crown Court, Jade Devine, 32, also denied alternative charges of causing death by careless driving while
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Jail for man who threatened to 'smash the faces' of couple
AN eight-week jail sentence has been handed to a Carlisle man after he admitted threatening a couple outside their home. The victims of Cyril Greer’s bad behaviour were a couple who live near his former partner in Brampton on Gelt Road, the city
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Crown court to take pleas for five people accused of burglary conspiracy
FOUR people have appeared before a Carlisle court accused of conspiring to burgle three homes in north Cumbria. Prosecutors say the four accused people who appeared before the city’s Rickergate court and a fifth man whose case has already been
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Warning to anyone with an air fryer to follow these 'must-know' steps
Air fryer users have been urged to follow these five "must-know" steps when cleaning their appliances. In recent years, the UK has been gripped in an air fryer frenzy with sales rocketing for the gadget at many major retailers. Their popularity
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Martin Lewis asks experts if landlords are responsible for 'severe damp' and mould
One of the many frustrations of living in a rented property is having your home invaded by black mould and damp, as it can be difficult to deal with. Not only can it be harmful to your health, but it can also damage your belongings. Various
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'Terrified' dad issues warning to parents after daughter's vaping horror story
A “terrified” dad has issued a warning to other parents after he claims his daughter nearly died when vaping burst a hole in her lung. Mark Blight rushed Kyla Blight to hospital after receiving a phone call that she had collapsed and turned 'blue
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Homeowners urged to invest in this feature to add 10 per cent to house value
Homeowners have been urged to invest in wooden floors in order to increase their property's value. Wood is the most popular flooring option in the country since it can come in a vast array of colours and patterns. As a result, 80% of estate
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Warning to everyone going on holiday over Ryanair, easyJet & TUI scams
Everyone going on holiday this summer has been warned not to fall for scams from social media criminals impersonating major airlines. Scammers are impersonating every major airline operating in the UK, according to new analysis from consumer group
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Police called to two-vehicle collision in Carlisle
Police were called early this morning to reports of a car crash. At 8.27am on June 11, police received a call about a two-vehicle collision at the junction of Peter Lane and Dalston Road. Nobody was seriously injured.
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Carlisle United announce Peter Tyson as new training and travel wear sponsor
CARLISLE United have announced Peter Tyson as the club's new training and travel wear sponsor. The local electrical goods retailer has agreed a one-year deal with the Blues which will see its logo feature on Carlisle United's training and travel
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Changes to access at Cumberland Infirmary in place from tomorrow
Access to the Cumberland Infirmary will change from Wednesday 12 June as work continues on the new endoscopy unit. The bus stop at the main entrance will be moved to the opposite side of the road and boarding will be put up in front of the cancer
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Train passenger who stole suitcase worth £800 gets 12 weeks jail
A TRAIN passenger who stole another person’s suitcase during a journey through Cumbria has been jailed. Bradley Day, 36, who is currently being held at a prison in Liverpool, carried out the theft as he and two friends got off the train at Penrith
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Teenager in stable condition after suspected assault at Appleby
Officers are appealing for witnesses and information as they continue to investigate an incident in Appleby which left a teenager with a significant arm injury. In the early hours of Sunday morning (9 June) on a residential field at Appleby, police
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Penrith Fire Station called out to vehicle fire on M6
Penrith Fire Station were called out to the M6 southbound yesterday afternoon after a van caught alight. At around 3pm on Monday June 11, the fire and rescue service were called out to the M6 J41-42 southbound. On arrival, the team found a
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Live breaking news updates from Cumbria on Tuesday June 11
12:07pm Roads remain clear at this point. The weather is also mild and windy, with no real summery weather expected for
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Plans to convert two historic Workington houses submitted to council
PLANS to convert two historic houses into a single dwelling in the Workington area have been granted listed building consent by Cumberland Council. The application was submitted by R & A Cummings was for High Wadsworth in Branthwaite and, according
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Penrith based Omega Proteins heat network plans set to be approved by council
PLANS to provide a heat network to connect three different sites in Penrith are set to be given the green light – in what the applicant says is the first scheme of its kind in Cumbria. Members of Eden local area planning committee are recommended
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Meet the finalists: Gina's Plaice
WE'RE highlighting the shortlisted chippies in our competition in the News & Star. Each of the establishments will be featured over the following issues. Gina's Plaice, located on King Street in Wigton, is a family-run chippy owned by Gina Thomason
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'Brutal' assault on neighbour erupted after child's football landed in garden
A WEST Cumbrian man attacked his next-door neighbour as a row over a child’s football landing in his garden turned violent. The flashpoint came after 44-year-old Jack Crone swore at his neighbour's child relative because he had clambered over a
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Community group aims to preserve historic castle grounds
A COMMUNITY group is hoping to improve the grounds of Egremont Castle for visitors. Friends of Egremont Castle formed in recent years with the aim of getting residents and schools involved with the preservation of the historic site. The group
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Feedback gathered for Greenmarket and Market Square renovation
Cumberland Council has thanked the public for their feedback on the regeneration of Market Square and Greenmarket in Carlisle. The feedback will guide the transformation of the 6,000-square-metre area into a unique, multifunctional event space.
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Suspected shoplifter in wig disguise showed staff his buttocks
A SUSPECTED shoplifter who was seen in a store wearing a wig as part of an attempt to disguise himself responded to being challenged by staff by repeatedly exposing his bare buttocks. Repeat offender Steven Robson, 60, committed the offence at
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Road improvement works completed on Central Avenue
Road improvement works have been completed at Central Avenue in Carlisle. Local residents had reported poor road conditions in the local area to Cumberland Council who undertook the work. The government government has set aside almost £150million
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University's apprenticeship provision earns 'good' rating from Ofsted
THE UNIVERSITY of Cumbria has retained its 'Good' rating for its apprenticeship provision. Following its recent four-day inspection, Ofsted has adjudged the overall effectiveness of the university’s apprenticeship provision to be ‘good’. The
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Ferocious Dog and The Cloverhearts delight with Celtic punk sounds
Sounds of Celtic rock, metal, punk, and folk resonated around the Old Fire Station last weekend, as two stellar acts took to the stage. The Cloverhearts, an energetic group with members from across the world, opened for headliners Ferocious Dog
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Residents protest amid gas plant plans
Rockcliffe residents have been out protesting a controversial gas plant proposal amid the UK's Great Big Green Week. The planned gasification plant, proposed by North West Recycling, would produce syngas from waste, which could be used for electricity
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Vintage clothes sale proves a big hit in Carlisle venue
Over 1000 people visited Carlisle last weekend to visit a hugely popular vintage clothes sale. Worth The Weight Vintage, a mobile clothing store which allows customers to grab as much as they choose and pay as much as it weighs, has proven to
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New leaders needed to help keep Dalston Scout Group going
Dalston Scout Group are on the lookout for new scout leaders amidst fears the troop may have to close. Having been operating with the minimum number of leaders for some time, Dalston Scouts have recently said goodbye to an Assistant Scout leader
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Environmental group invites parliamentary candidates to mine demo
AN environmental group has staged a protest at the proposed site of the new west Cumbrian coal mine. Coal Action Network staged the demonstration on Saturday, June 8. Parliamentary candidates for the Whitehaven and Workington constituencies
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Popular Carlisle fashion boutique welcomes new owner
A POPULAR fashion boutique in the heart of Carlisle officially welcomed a new owner last week. Sharon Bewley has taken over the business from Susan Bowes, who recently retired after 17 years working in the shop on Warwick Road. Genevieve of
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New letting opportunity in Carlisle city centre
A two-storey building on Carlisle's Cecil Street is now available for lease. Situated in a mixed commercial and residential area, the well-fitted out, two-story mid-terraced building boasts modern, refurbished facilities, including a kitchen and
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Ex-Carlisle United striker scores 16-minute hat-trick for Finnish champions
A former Carlisle United striker has scored a 16-minute hat-trick for Finnish champions HJK Helsinki. 21-year-old Luke Plange entered the 32-time Finnish champions' match against title rivals Seinäjoen Jalkapallokerho on Friday, June 7 in the
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The Voice UK star brings Irish country music to Cumbria
Irish country music will be brought to Cumbria by a star from The Voice UK. Belfast-born singer, John Rafferty, is making his 'welcome return' to Rosley Village Hall on Sunday, June 23. Steeped in music from the age of 17, Mr Rafferty spent
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Industrial strike action called off after improved pay deal is struck
Strikes by tanker drivers supplying forecourts and aviation fuel across the North West have been called off after an improved pay deal was struck. The Stanlow oil refinery-based drivers, who work for Hoyer (Oxalis) voted to accept the deal. All
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Cumbrian school commended for teaching methods
A Cumbrian school has been recognised as a national leader for its innovative teaching methods. Kirkbampton CofE Primary School was awarded funds to test a two-year Embedding Formative Assessment programme, which aims to encourage, involve and
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Car groups to honour lives lost in road accidents
THREE car clubs are rallying together to hold a memorial night meet to honour the lives lost in road accidents across their region. The event, occurring at Port Road Business Park, Carlisle, will not only remember those who died tragically, but
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£570 raised for local animal charities following death of beloved cat
More than £500 has been raised for two animal charities in Carlisle following the death of a beloved local cat. Will, who was a prominent fixture at Will Nixon & Sons Pet Shop on Bank Street, sadly passed away aged 16 on Tuesday, March 26.
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Primary school’s improvement journey leads to Good rating
A WHITEHAVEN primary school’s focus on improvement has led to it receiving a Good rating from Ofsted. Hensingham Primary School, which is part of Cumbria Education Trust (CET), has been graded Good overall with the same rating across the five areas
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Man and woman arrested after alleged stabbing in Carlisle suburb
TWO people have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following an alleged stabbing in Carlisle which left a schoolgirl hospitalised. A man and woman have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following the incident on Whernside
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What does the future of accountancy look like?
THE ability to read a balance sheet is key to running a successful business. As well as analysing past gains and losses and planning to build on or avoid them, you can also predict (within reason) problems and opportunities and plan accordingly
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Assault claims cost NHS trust £70,000
North Cumbria Integrated Care (NCIC) trust has paid out nearly £70,000 in the last five years to compensate employees for assault incidents. An investigation by LegalExpert.co.uk has found that in the last five years, there have been a recorded