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Drug-driver who crashed into parked car was under influence of cocaine
A DRUG-DRIVER was under the influence of cocaine when she crashed into a parked car, a court heard. Police were called to the crash on Pearl Road in Salterbeck, Workington, on December 22 last year. Officers arrived and recognised the Peugeot 208
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Ex-Carlisle United youngster Sam Fishburn joins Scunthorpe United
FORMER Carlisle United youngster Sam Fishburn has joined Scunthorpe United. The 20-year-old forward has completed a move to Glanford Park following his release from Fleetwood Town at the end of the 2023/24 campaign. Fishburn initially came
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Lake District features in 'ultimate guide' for Taylor Swift fans amid UK tour
A UK holiday park company have revealed the 'Ultimate Swiftie guide' to the UK amid her ongoing UK tour- with the Lake District featuring in the list. Parkdean Resorts have put together an ultimate Swiftie guide to the UK as the global popstar
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Convicted murderer back behind bars after flouting court order in Carlisle
A CONVICTED murderer has been handed another prison sentence after he breached a strict court order while living in Carlisle. City magistrates heard this morning (Saturday) that James Duggan, now aged 39, was convicted in 2006 of a murder which
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Disruption to nine recycling sites across area after firm enters administration
RESIDENTS are being warned to expect temporary disruption at a number of recycling sites across the Copeland area. Cumberland council have informed residents that there may be disruption across a number of sites in towns such as Cleator Moor, Gosforth
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Ex-Carlisle United loanee Jack Diamond signs for Stockport County
FORMER Carlisle United loanee Jack Diamond has signed for Stockport County on a three-year deal. The 24-year-old joins the Hatters following his release from Sunderland this summer. Following a period away from football due to personal circumstances
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Cumbrian TV personality returns to screens as hit BBC daytime show back after hiatus
CUMBRIAN TV personality Helen Skelton has returned to our screens this week with BBC daytime show Morning Live. The TV presenter who hails from near Penrith was announced in the new line up for the much loved BBC daytime show, which returned to
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Schoolchildren raise hundreds for mental health charity on sponsored walk
Schoolchildren recently completed a fundraising walk for a mental health charity. Junior 4 (Year 6) pupils at Austin Friars School raised over £600 in total on a sponsored walk in Carlisle for Carlisle Eden Mind. The initial plan was
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Nature Photography Day - Some of the best spots for snaps across Cumbria
Cumbria is well renowned for its stunning natural landscapes and the wildlife that comes with it, making it a haven for photographers. For Nature Photography Day (June 15) here are some of the best spots across the county to capture the beautiful
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Cumbria Police officer visits primary school for careers event
CUMBRIA Police were involved with a careers event at a primary school. An officer visited Upperby Primary School to take part in the careers day that the school was hosting. The officers praised the children for their behaviour and attitude
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Married man who sexually assaulted young woman 'misread' the signals
A MARRIED man’s attempt to have an affair with a younger woman backfired dramatically after he found himself charged with sexually assaulting her. Carlisle man Mark Davies, 42, had previously sent the woman texts which “pressed her” to have an
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Conservative candidate 'thrilled' to receive endorsement from former Prime Minister
FORMER Prime Minister Boris Johnson has thrown his support behind a Cumbrian Conservative candidate ahead of the 2024 General Election. Mr Johnson, in a video revealed by the News & Star, has said he 'strongly hopes' that Mr Jenkinson will get
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Teams called to pair who became 'stuck' after mis-navigating England's highest peak
RESCUE Teams were called out to two walkers who became 'stuck' after mis-navigating their way off Scafell Pike in misty conditions. Wasdale MRT, Duddon and Furness Mountain Rescue Team, Maritime and Coastguard Agency Rescue 199 were called out
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Carlisle woman appears in court accused of attempted murder
A CARLISLE woman has appeared in court accused of attempting to murder both a man and a child in the city earlier this week. Jacqueline Mounsey, aged 53, faces two charges. One alleges that she attempted to murder a man in Carlisle on June
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Six brilliant pictures from our camera club
OUR camera club member have been out capturing the best of the county - here are six cracking recent shots. To join the club, search on Facebook. A serene view over Thirlmere (Image: Phil Smith) A lovely scene - a horse and foal among
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Motorist with £10 worth of cannabis fined £230
A MOTORIST with cannabis in his vehicle denied having the drug but then confessed to police, a court heard. Oliver Scott, 21, was stopped by officers while driving a Suzuki vehicle in Seaton, Workington, on the evening of January 20. Pamela
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UK passport named one of the worst in Europe for value for money
UK passports have been ranked as one of the worst in Europe when it comes to value for money. Our passports have gone head-to-head with other countries, and following a 7 per cent price increase in April it has lost value for money, new research
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Dentist issues warning over 'lesser known' ingredients in sugar-free drinks
A dentist has issued a warning to anyone who likes sugar-free drinks over their 'lesser-known' ingredients. High acid content in sugar-free drinks can cause irreversible tooth decay, according to Dr Deepak Aulak. Most people might be aware
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'Check your change': The Royal Mint's 10 rarest 50p coins revealed
Brits have been told to check their change, as they could be sitting on a fortune they didn’t even know about. The Royal Mint has revealed its top ten rarest 50 pence coins currently in circulation. Since moving to pounds and pence in 1971,
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Major supermarkets issue 'do not eat' warnings including Tesco, Morrisons & Aldi
Morrisons, Tesco and Aldi are among the UK supermarkets with 'do not eat' warnings in place on some of their products. Food recalls have been issued at the leading supermarkets for a variety of reasons, including the risk of exploding cans, and
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Met Office issue yellow weather warning for thunderstorms across Cumbria
A YELLOW weather warning has been issued across Cumbria - as residents are told to expect some disruption to travel and outdoor activities. The Met Office have issued a yellow warning for thunderstorms across Cumbria and parts of much of northern
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Locations of all the speed camera vans operating across Cumbria throughout today
CUMBRIA police have announced the locations of road safety camera vans operating throughout the county today. Speed camera vans will operate at various locations across Cumbria today, June 15, with locations including Kendal, Penrith and Kirby
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Friends return to the site of photo taken 50 years ago
IN June 1974, five friends had an egg and flour fight on their last day at Trinity School. Afterward, they were spotted cleaning it off in the fountain at Hardwicke Circus by one of the News & Star's photographers who captured this brilliant photo
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Monty Python's Spamalot comes to life with talented youngsters
A Carlisle-based youth theatre group are set to perform Monty Python's Spamalot at Stanwix Theatre. The group, Rocket Theatre Group, has brought together young actors aged between 11-18 for their annual summer musical. This year, they present
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Ex-Carlisle United man Corey Whelan links up with former Blues boss Chris Beech
FORMER Carlisle United defender Corey Whelan joined Vanarama National League side AFC Fylde on a two-year deal. The 26-year-old, who joined the Blues in 2021 and went on to make 65 appearances for the club, has linked up with former Carlisle boss
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12 places showing Euro 2024 matches in and around the city
AS the Euro 2024 football tournament kicks off, we have put together a list of 12 places showing the matches in Carlisle. Germany versus Scotland kicked off the tournament on Friday night at 8pm, with England starting their campaign against Serbia
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Blood Bikes Cumbria to host Skills Awareness Day at airport
BLOOD Bikes Cumbria will be hosting a Skills Awareness Day. This will be held at Carlisle Airport on Sunday, June 16, at 10am. Along with motorbike tutorials, there will be a range of activities on offer including food stalls and live music
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Netflix and BBC actor to star in new film shot in the Lake District
KESWICK is set to be the backdrop for a new short film starring renowned actor Amelia Clarkson. EVOL, which is set to start filming in August, will cast Amelia, famous for her roles in Netflix's The Last Kingdom and BBC's Red Rose, alongside actor
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Cumberland Council staff member scoops data management award
A member of Cumberland Council has received a prestigious award. Paul Charters, senior technician in highways and transport, scooped the Platinum Award for Address and Street Data in this year's Exemplar Awards. The reward honours local authorities
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Carlisle teenagers heading to top performing art schools
FOUR talented students from one of Carlisle's top dance schools have secured places at prestigious performing arts colleges. Razzamataz students Dylan Rhodes, Ella Ashurst, Rosie Hogg and Savannah Stacey have shone during their time at the Carlisle
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Heartbroken woman starts road safety campaign after dog killed in hit-and-run
AN Eden Valley woman whose family pet died after a heartbreaking hit-and-run collision is highlighting major road safety worries to prevent a child or cyclist becoming the next victim. Lee Wray-Davies, aged 44, left her house in Langwathby at Eden
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Looking back at our local shows throughout the years
IN this edition of nostalgia, we will be looking at the local shows in our area throughout the years. Today, we are focusing on the Ennerdale Show. The Ennerdale Show is a traditional Lakeland show which has been going for more than a century,
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Desirable home in Carlisle village listed for £529,000
A four-bedroom home with scenic views of a Carlisle village is on the market. David Britton Estates have priced the property in Wetheral Pastures at £529,000. It boasts four well-proportioned bedrooms, one accompanied with an en-suite, an open
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Gelt Gladiator returns for muddiest year yet
Around 3,000 participants tackled one of the muddiest courses in the Gelt Gladiator's history last weekend. Returning for its ninth year, the Telford Automobiles Gelt Gladiator took place on June 8 and 9, offering a mucky experience for all involved
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Computer and technology store to host town centre car show
A SHOP in Whitehaven will be hosting a car show this summer. Milltech Computers, which is located in the Marketplace, will be hosting the car show on August 31. The event will run at the same time as Harbour Fest, with hopes of expanding
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Progress update on city street's redevelopment
FURTHER progress has been made on the redevelopment of Carlisle's Devonshire Street this week. More decorative features have been installed along with additional granite kerbs, Cumberland Council has announced. It follows the removal of the
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National supermarket chain set to move into former House of Fraser site
CONCERNS over the fate of Carlisle’s former House of Fraser site have been alleviated, as it has been revealed that a major national supermarket chain is set to move into the space, with other retailers also in the pipeline. The House of Fraser
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Bright future prospects for Cumbria's border city
Carlisle has played a pivotal role in the Borders ever since its origins as part of the Roman Empire. However, as much as history and heritage continue to play a major part in the life of the city, it is developments on the horizon in the very
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Carlisle Conservative candidate backed by former cabinet minister
The Conservative candidate for Carlisle has received backing from former Conservative party leadership contender, Rory Stewart. Rory was the MP for Penrith and the Border from 2010 until 2019 and stood against Boris Johnson in the 2019 Tory leadership
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End-of-terrace property with 'panoramic harbour views' goes on the market
AN end-of-terrace house with 'panoramic harbour views' is now on the market in Whitehaven. The three-bedroomed property comes with one bathroom and three reception rooms. It is currently on the market for £280,000 and is located at Harbour
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Before the fame - looking back on the Arctic Monkeys' visit to Carlisle
Carlisle locals have been reminiscing about an Arctic Monkeys gig which attracted hundreds of visitors to The Brickyard 19 years ago this week. On June 10 2005, the iconic Carlisle venue hosted the 'four lads from Sheffield' in a sold-out gig.
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85-year-old man to cycle height of UK's highest peaks in memory of late wife
A WHITEHAVEN man is set to take on an epic cycling challenge in memory of his late wife. Gerard McCarten, 85, plans to cycle the combined height of the highest mountains in England, Scotland, Ireland, and Wales in three days. The combined
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4000 children not fully vaccinated for measles as cases rise
4000 children in Cumbria have not been fully vaccinated for measles, it has been revealed. It comes amid the rising number of cases across the nation. There has been a significant increase in England, sparking concerns that similar occurrences
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Grandad Tommy recovered from bladder cancer
Tommy was diagnosed with bladder cancer just before his 60th birthday. Now, thanks to a Cancer Research UK trial, he’s enjoying playing football with his grandson. “It was March 2012 when I first noticed some blood in my pee. I decided to go to
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Cumbrians named on King's birthday honours list 2024
Several Cumbrians have been listed on King Charles III birthday honours list this year, with the titles of MBE and OBE being awarded. In what is the monarch’s annual tradition, any award is a high honour and gives national recognition to people
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Man jailed for breaching restraining order and exposing himself to prison officer
A MAN who exposed himself to a prison officer has been jailed and ordered to sign the sex offenders’ register for seven years. Christopher McKenzie, 37, was put behind bars after pleading guilty to breaching a restraining order and exposure – a