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Road reopened after crash caused 'substantial damage'
A road closed after a crash which 'caused substantial damage' has reopened this evening (June 21). Kirkgate in Cockermouth was closed to traffic after a crash on June 19, which left a corner building damaged. There were roadworks being carried
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Major Cumbrian employer plead guilty to charges after prosecution from regulator
A MAJOR Cumbrian employer has pleaded guilty to a number of technology security offences, following a prosecution process from the nuclear regulator. In March 2024 the ONR notified Sellafield Ltd. of its intention to prosecute under the Nuclear
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City centre takeaway handed new food hygiene rating
A takeaway has been given a new food hygiene rating. Stack 32 Ltd, which operates from 34 Botchergate, Carlisle, was given a score of four-out-of-five after an assessment on May 16, indicating ‘good’ food hygiene. It means that of the Cumberland
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Driver travelling 'irresponsibly' arrested after testing positive for cannabis
Police in Cumbria have been out again catching motorists suspected of breaking the law. In their most recent efforts, they said officers stopped a 33-year-old male driver who was going too fast and driving irresponsibly in Whitehaven town centre
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Woman ordered to 15 days rehab after guilty assault plea
A woman who pleaded guilty to various offences has been given a community order. Charlotte Jones, 39, of Valley View Road, Whitehaven, pleaded guilty to three offences yesterday (June 20): Resisting/obstructing a constable on April 10.
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Brunton Park fan zone frustration as England held to 1-1 draw by Denmark
OVER 1,000 local England supporters attended Carlisle United's Brunton Park fan zone as the Three Lions drew 1-1 with Denmark. Gareth Southgate's side missed the chance to win Group C and confirm their qualification for the knockout stages of
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Police renew appeal for missing 37-year-old man Darren Douthwaite
Police have renewed an appeal for information on the whereabouts of a missing man from Penrith. 37-year-old Darren Southwaite was last seen in the Tebay area but has close links to Kirkby Thore in the Eden area. He was last contacted at 5.50pm
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Cumbria to be hit by warm weather early next week
Cumbria can look forward to warm summer weather next week as many parts of the country brace for a heatwave. The Met Office is anticipating a heatwave to possibly hit parts of south and the midlands, but Cumbria will just miss out on this.
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Asylum seeker hopes to cut through common misconceptions
A Carlisle man will share his experiences of being an asylum seeker in the hopes of raising awareness of the challenges they face. Reza, 22 years old, will give a talk on his journey from Iran at Carlisle Library on June 22 as part of Refugee
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Paul Simpson sends special message to 3,000th 24/25 season ticket holder
CARLISLE United manager Paul Simpson has sent a special message to the club's 3,000th supporter who purchased a season ticket for the 2024/25 season. United will be looking to bounce back from their relegation from the third tier last campaign
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Two-day brass band festival planned for historic venue
A two-day brass band festival will take place later this summer at a stunning historical site. Brass at the Castle will bring together 13 bands from across Cumbria on July 13 and 14 at Lowther Castle. The family-friendly event will entertain
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Cumbrian brass band festival coming to Lowther Castle in July
A Cumbrian brass festival has been planned bringing together more than 10 brass bands at Lowther Castle. On Saturday, July 13 and Sunday, July 14 2024, Drum and Brass will bring together 13 brass bands from across Cumbria for a magnificent two
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Cumbrian performer to return home with brand new show
Two Cumbrian actors are coming back home to bring their brand new show based on the life of Henry VIII. James and Stephen Hyde are brothers and co-founders of The Three Inch Fools who are set to perform their show, ‘The Secret Diary of Henry VIII
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Thief stole hundreds of pounds worth of alcohol and household goods
A THIEF stole hundreds of pounds worth of alcohol and household goods from supermarkets in Carlisle. Michelle Little, 41, committed the first offence on July 8 last year when she stole bottles of vodka and various meats to the value of £293.49
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City primary school comes together in memory of Erica Bell
A Carlisle school community came together to raise more than £1800 in memory of a much-loved member of staff. Children at Pennine Way Primary School took on a fundraising challenge on Tuesday which saw them completing laps of the Harraby cycle
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Sections of Moorhouse Road to close for three weeks for carriage way improvements
Cumberland Council have issued an update on the proposed carriage way improvement works on Moorhouse Road, between Burgh Road junction and the A689 CNDR Roundabout. The works are scheduled to take place from Monday, June 24 for three weeks, weather
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Police concerned for welfare of missing 16-year-old from Cockermouth area
Cumbria Police are 'concerned for the welfare' of a missing 16-year-old, from the Cockermouth area. Greg Stewart is described as being six foot tall with a slim build, wearing a black anorak, black tracksuit bottoms and black trainers. READ
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'Boxer had to give up the sport' after drink-fuelled assault left him seriously hurt
A CARLISLE boxer has given up the sport he loves after an associate subjected him to an assault so serious that he had to be put into an induced coma. The city’s crown court was told that the victim could previously earn as much as £5,000 for a
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'Legend' praised for saving dogs from burning home
WE shared the news that a father from Maryport saved his beloved family pets during a fire which destroyed his home last week. Daniel Blunt, from Maryport, rushed into his burning home on Elizabeth Terrace in Maryport last Friday, June 19 to save
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See the best News & Star Camera Club pictures
HERE are some of the best News & Star Camera Club pictures from members. These are the top three. Mark Hetherington shared this image taken from Warnscale Bothy in Buttermere. Mark Hetherington shared this image taken from Warnscale Bothy
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Woman verbally abused neighbour after downing two bottles of Champagne
A WHITEHAVEN woman who assaulted a police officer and verbally abused a neighbour after drinking Champagne was upset about the death of her boxing coach. Charlotte Jones, 39, wept as she sat in the dock at Carlisle Crown Court, where a judge accepted
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Suspect in 'flashing' offences could be jailed if he wears a balaclava or snood
A NORTH Cumbrian man who was a chief suspect in alleged offences of exposure and voyeurism has been banned from wearing face coverings. Despite being cleared of two allegations, and not prosecuted for others, 54-year-old Gary Paul Faunch could
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Breaking news and traffic updates from across Cumbria on July 21
7:30am Today's weather forecast according to the Met Office: It will be a mostly fine and dry day, with warm sunny
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NSA North Sheep to come to Cumbria 2025
A CUMBRIAN farm is to host the sheep industry showcase, NSA North Sheep, next year. The popular biennial event is to be hosted by John and Liz Peile and their family at Greystoke Castle Farm, Greystoke, Penrith, on Wednesday, June 4, 2025.
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Petition calls for the end of controversial annual fair
A petition has been launched in an attempt to tighten control over a popular annual fair from happening. The Appleby Horse Fair is a divisive issue, with many supporters believing it’s beneficial for cultural and historical reasons, and it brings
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Diversification helps Cumbrian farmers to increase revenue
Farmers in Cumbria are cashing in on ‘quick win’ farm diversification, boosting their revenues without excessive additional labour. Over the past five years, there has been a significant increase in the agricultural sector's innovation as they
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Carlisle general election candidates reveal more about themselves
We asked the parliamentary candidates for the Carlisle constituency to tell us about themselves so we can get a glimpse at the people behind the politics. We asked them a range of questions to get to know them a little bit better - from the political
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Ultra-marathon runners to pass through Cumbria on 37-day journey
Some top-quality long distance runners will pass through Cumbria this weekend as part of Run Britannia. Twenty five runners will pass through Penrith and Carlisle on June 21 and 22 as part of the Run Britannia adventure, a bespoke, fully supported
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A look inside our old shops on the high street throughout the years
IN this edition of nostalgia, we are looking inside the old shops in Cumbria throughout the years. These are a collection of photos which show the inside of what our old shops used to look like, and some shop displays showing what use to be on
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Creative day at the castle in handyman's memory
Bookwell Primary School recently held its annual Design and Technology Challenge Day, where children were given a unique design task linked to Egremont Castle. This day of creativity and teamwork is held each year to remember Dick Winter, a
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Tories still in with a chance on winning Penrith and Solway despite poll projection
Despite talk of a national Conservative wipeout, the Tories are still in with a chance of beating Labour in the new Penrith and the Solway seat according to the latest polling data. Labour have been on track to win all of the seats in North and
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Cumbrian attractions launch new summer passes for four-legged friends
The popularity of four-legged visitors to two Lake District attractions has prompted some extra-special doggy upgrades. Both Ullswater ‘Steamers’ and Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway have introduced the new 12-month Rover passes specifically for
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'Essential' night flying exercises planned at RAF Spadeadam over next fortnight
‘Essential’ upcoming night flying exercises have been announced at RAF Spadeadam. Flying will be taking place from June 24 until June 27 and July 1 and July 4 up until 1:30am on each day and has been described as ‘normal, routine’ training.
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Road closed in town after crash- as businesses tell residents 'we are still open'
'WE are still open' - that's the message of Cockermouth's Market Place businesses following a wagon crash which has saw the Kirkgate area of the town closed. Cumberland council have placed an emergency road closure on Kirkgate after extensive property
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Pub listed as one of the best that were saved from closure
A pub in Cumbria has been named on a national list of the best pubs saved from closure. The Telegraph recently published the list, which included the Brackenrigg Inn in Penrith. Recently renovated, it opened anew in April this year, a venture
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Wild Haweswater announced as winner in global sustainability awards
Wild Haweswater, a partnership between the RSPB and landowner United Utilities, has won the annual Ashden Award for Natural Climate Solutions. More than 500 organisations applied for the 2024 Ashden Awards and Wild Haweswater was one of just two
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Five year old golfer to take on 36 holes for prostate cancer charity
A golfer and his young son will complete 36 holes as part of a fundraiser for a cancer charity. Simon Brown, 55, from Currock, is a keen amateur golfer, and may soon be overshadowed by son Eli, aged five, who will be completing the ‘Big Golf Race
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Tesco Express moving into House of Fraser unit 'real boost' for city centre
The announcement of a new Tesco Express in the city centre has been described as a ‘real boost’ for Carlisle by the mayor. Following the closure of the retailer’s Victoria Viaduct store, the Tesco property team have been searching for a viable
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Carlisle United to find out Carabao Cup first round foe as draw details confirmed
CARLISLE United are set to find out who they face in the first round of the Carabao Cup as details of the draw are revealed. The draw will take place at 11.30 am on Thursday, June 27, and will be broadcast live on Sky Sports News, with Blues being
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Baby girl tragically died while co-sleeping on holiday in Cumbria - inquest
A BABY tragically died on holiday in Cumbria while co-sleeping in bed with her mother, an inquest heard. Freya Bruce was described by her family as ‘the most beautiful little girl’ who was ‘loved beyond words’. The three-month-old passed away at
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Light The Lakes event to remember police officers and families this weekend
Police officers, staff and supporters from forces across the UK are in the Lake District this weekend for the annual Light the Lakes event. Since the first event in April 2012, Light the Lakes has been a highlight in the policing calendar as people
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Talent shines in Beautiful Bricks photography contest
A snap of Carlisle's Boardroom pub, taken by photographer Ben Fox, has scooped the top prize in an architectural photography competition launched by city solicitors Wragg Mark-Bell. This contest, titled Beautiful Bricks, invited residents to encapsulate
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Churches across Carlisle mark World Refugee Day with private vigil
Churches across Carlisle gathered for a public Prayer Vigil to mark World Refugee Day on Thursday June 20. The gathering met to pray for asylum seekers and refugees in the city and across the world. Rev Iain McIntyre, Vicar of Stanwix Parish
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More than 150 Traveller caravans in North Cumbria according to new figures
There were more than 150 Traveller caravans pitched in the Cumberland Council area at the start of this year, new figures show. It comes as the Friends, Families and Travellers charity celebrates Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month, which runs
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Family supprt group receive £25k funding for their contact centres
CUMBRIA Family Support have announced they have been awarded £25,500 from Cumbria Community Foundation’s Cumbria Fund to support their contact centres. The grant means that Cumbria Family Support can secure the future of the county’s child contact
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Upperby Primary School hosts careers event for Year 6
A Carlisle school organised a careers fair for its year six pupils who are preparing to leave for secondary school. On Friday, June 14, Upperby Primary School held its’ annual careers fair welcoming exhibitors from a range of jobs, industries and
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Deadline approaching for prestigious business awards -as organisers announce new look
THE deadline for nominations in Cumbria's most prestigious business awards is fast approaching, as organisers Newsquest announce a new look for the much-anticipated annual event. This year's in-Cumbria Business Awards will take place at Dalston
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Bin lorry fire in Carlisle 'most likely' caused by battery says council
Cumberland Council said that a fire in a bin lorry was most likely caused by a battery. On Friday, June 14, a Cumberland Council refuse vehicle caught fire in the Warwick Road area of Carlisle. Emergency services were called to the scene and
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Manifesto launched by Doctors Association to 'fight' for future of GPs
A new manifesto has been launched by the Doctors’ Association UK to help ‘fight’ for the future of GP services. Co-launched by Cumbrian GP, Dr Ellen Welch, the manifesto calls for the equivalent of one GP per 1600 patients, the relieving of pressure
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Candidate quizzed by school pupils on 'uplifting' visit as part of election bike ride
A CUMBRIAN Parliamentary candidate has been 'uplifted' by a meeting with pupils at a primary school on the rural fringes of Carlisle. At Stoneraise Primary School the Headteacher, Clem Coady, is passionate about every child having the best possible
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Double celebration as La’al Ratty’s pub toasts 50th too
Cumbria Tourism isn’t the only organisation marking 50 years in 2024. The traditional ‘Ratty Arms’ pub, which is uniquely located on the platform of Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway at Ravenglass, is also celebrating its 50th anniversary this month
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Reports of school children shoplifting increase in Eden
Cumbria Police has received increasing reports of shoplifting by school children in Eden. Local PCSOs and officers are working with businesses to prevent the issue from becoming more widespread in the area. They are also working closely with
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Cumbrian with rare form of blood cancer to embark on incredible journey
A brave man from Carlisle is set to cycle over 1,000 miles in just nine days to raise money for research and awareness in Blood Cancer. On July 4, Craig Sowerby will embark on an incredible journey, cycling from John O'Groats to Land's End, covering