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The long and short of it...Carlisle United's 2024/25 fixtures in depth
The wait is over, and Carlisle United and their fans now know exactly how their 2024/25 season will shape up (give or take any changes for Sky’s benefit)… Here’s a look at some of the key games and periods in the new League Two campaign for the
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'Beloved' Cumbrian painter and decorator remembered at tragic inquest
A POPULAR Keswick painter and decorator was remembered by his long-term partner as meticulous and a perfectionist. Rebecca Roberts paid tribute to her 'beloved' Christopher Thwaites in a statement read to an inquest into his tragic death earlier
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Second man admits involvement in street violence
A SECOND young man has admitted being involved in a violent Penrith attack which left the victim with multiple injuries. Earlier this month, 19-year-old Reece Troy pleaded guilty to causing grievous bodily harm following an incident outside The
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Tourism staff put their best feet forward for a good cause
SIX members of the Cumbria Tourism team are set to complete a Virtual Coast to Coast walking challenge to raise money for the organisation’s 50th Anniversary Charitable Fund in the coming days. The challenge has involved each team member replicating
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First fans snap up Carlisle United's new kit at Blues Store
Some Carlisle United fans queued for nearly three hours to be the first to get their hands on the Blues’ new kit. United’s 2024/25 designs went on sale in the Blues Store to season-ticket holders from 12pm on Wednesday. A queue had formed well
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Murder accused appears before judge at Carlisle court
THE CARLISLE man accused of murdering Annan man Paul Taylor and attempting to murder a second man has been told his trial will begin on October 1. Appearing today in person in the dock at the city’s crown court, 20-year-old Jack Crawley spoke only
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Brunton Park fan zone hosts over 800 fans as England draw with Slovenia
CARLISLE United's Brunton Park hosted over 800 fans as England played out a scoreless draw with Slovenia. Hundreds of Three Lions supporters were present at Brunton Park as Gareth Southgate's side failed to find the net in their final Euro 2024
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Phil Foden leaves England's Euro 2024 camp in Germany over family matter
England star and Manchester City ace Phil Foden has temporarily left England's Euro 2024 camp in Germany due to a "pressing family matter". The Manchester City star played in the side's 0-0 draw with Slovenia last night. An FA spokesperson
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Remembering heatwaves: times when Cumbria sizzled in the sun
After a distinctly soggy start, it seems that summer has finally arrived, with temperatures reaching the mid-20s at the start of the week. A four-day heat health alert came into force on Monday as the East Midlands, the East of England, East
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Man guilty of drug-related watch theft flouted curfew to avoid drugs visitors
A CARLISLE man who stole his father’s £6,000 watch to settle a drugs debt has admitted flouting his curfew. But Joseph Brown, 40, told magistrates that the almost 24 hours when he failed to observe the court’s stay-at-home order was an attempt
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Praise for teen achieving 100 per cent in school attendance
WE shared the news that a 16-year-old from Wigton recently signed off from secondary school with a perfect 100 per cent attendance record. Archie Irving has maintained his attendance since first starting at Bolton Low Houses at the age of five.
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Summer holiday club offers pet encounters and magic show
A MAGIC show, pet encounters and pizza making will be on offer for youngsters at a summer holiday club. The fully funded club at Frizington Nursery School is for families who are in receipt of Pupil Premium or have a child with a Special Educational
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School raises ambition and celebrates 'good' Ofsted report
A SMALL village school is celebrating a ‘good’ Ofsted report following a major transformation. Lowca Community School has undergone a number of improvements to both its building and the curriculum over the last 18 months. During a short inspection
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Ska-themed club night to entertain later this summer
A ska and reggae club night event will entertain throughout the night later this summer. Moonstomp will feature DJs playing some of the best in ska, reggae, two tone, and ska-punk. Music will include tracks from artists like Desmond Dekker,
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Cumbrian health leaders warn of NHS pressure ahead of junior doctors' strike
Health leaders are calling on patients to use 999 or A&E for life-threatening conditions only as the region's NHS gears up for more industrial action by junior doctors. Junior doctors in the British Medical Association (BMA) will be taking
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Secondary school gears up for charity bike ride across Cumbrian coast
A GROUP of students and school staff will be taking on a 35-mile cycling challenge. Pupils at St Bees School taking part in a charity bike ride from Silloth to St Bees along Hadrian's Cycle Way on Saturday, June 29. The event aims to raise
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Crystal clear move as city shop to relocate to bigger space
CARLISLE's Crystals and More is relocating as it seeks to expand its all-encompassing wellness services and community offerings. The business, which has been on Cecil Street for over three years, will be moving to 3 Lonsdale Street with plans
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Shoplifter who stole mini rolls and McCoy's crisps ordered to pay compensation
A SHOPLIFTER who stole mini rolls and McCoy’s crisps has been ordered to pay compensation to the supermarket he stole from. David Scurr-Rayson, 49, stole two raspberry trifles, a packet of chocolate mini rolls, a four-pack of Boost chocolate, a
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Carlisle men say they were 'innocently caught up' in people smuggling
TWO Carlisle men have gone on trial accused of being involved in a conspiracy to smuggle eight men from Albania into the UK. At the city’s crown court, 57-year-old Neil Sowerby and 35-year-old Paul Watson deny the allegation, saying they knew nothing
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See the best News & Star Camera Club pictures
WE found some of the best News & Star Camera Club images from our members. These are the top three. Tullie House gardens, by Steven Coyles. Tullie House gardens, by Steven Coyles (Image: News and Star Facebook Camera Club) Elizabeth
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Thief who stole cakes and airpods banned from entering unattended vehicles
A THIEF has been banned from entering unattended vehicles after stealing a phone, air pods, cakes and a credit card. Glenn Scott, 50, was given a two-year criminal behaviour order which prohibits him from entering any unattended vehicle belonging
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This what Carlisle residents wanted to know about at our General Election hustings
Five of Carlisle's parliamentary candidates were put to the test by their future constituents at the News & Star hustings on Tuesday evening. John Stevenson (Conservative Party), Julie Minns (Labour), Brian Wernham (Liberal Democrat), Gavin Hawkton
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Carlisle United seal signing of ex-Sunderland midfielder
Carlisle United have today sealed the signing of former Sunderland midfielder Ethan Robson. The 27-year-old has signed a two-year deal to become the Blues' fifth summer arrival. Robson was at Brunton Park this morning to complete a medical
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Carlisle United reveal new 2024/25 kits
Carlisle United have revealed their new kits for the 2024/25 season. The home kit is an homage to the famous design worn by the Blues' top-flight team, marking the 50th anniversary of the 1974/75 campaign. And the Cumbrians have produced another
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Carlisle United closing in on midfielder signing
Carlisle United are closing in on their fifth summer signing – a midfielder. Manager Paul Simpson revealed that a player was having a medical at Brunton Park this morning. It is hoped that things will go smoothly and that the Blues will be
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Drivers warned they could face fines of up £2500 for wearing sunglasses
Motorists have been warned they could face fines of up to £2500 for driving while wearing sunglasses this summer. With the sun shining and the hotter weather arriving, many of us will be reaching for the shades as we head out every day. However
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Joe Wicks among stars set to make guest appearance on new Dragons' Den series
Fitness expert Joe Wicks and TV style guru Trinny Woodall will join the Dragons' Den panel in the new series of the BBC show set to air in 2025. The pair will join resident dragons Peter Jones, Deborah Meaden, Touker Suleyman, Sara Davies and Steven
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Woman was left 'petrified' after after her partner headbutted her
A WHITEHAVEN man headbutted his girlfriend during a row after he had spent the afternoon watching football and drinking lager. Ellis Joseph Dixon’s assault on the woman left her with serious facial injuries, prompting her to lock herself in the
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Martin Lewis urges Brits to check meter readings before Price Cap drop on July 1
"It's meter reading week," Martin Lewis has reminded Brits to check their meters before the price cap drops on July 1. Energy prices are going to fall for many households on July 1 if you're on a standard variable tariff like approximately 85%
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Jet2 holiday horror as family left without running water in 40C heat
A family has slammed their “shocking” Jet2 holiday as they claim they were left without access to running water for 24 hours in 40 degree heat and told to “use the swimming pool”. Laura Adediji booked a week-long Jet2 package holiday to Coral Bay
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The 'hidden' question you need to watch out for in your next job interview
You might think you've done everything you can to prepare for a job interview but have you got this 'hidden' question covered? 30% of employees are actively looking for a new role whilst still in their current job at any given time, according to
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Man arrested for attempted burglary outside police station
A MAN has been arrested for attempted burglary in Whitehaven. The man had been attempting to enter properties on Scotch Street, directly opposite the police station. Officers quickly noticed his actions and he was detained for attempted burglary
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Carlisle haulier 'hit by Brexit' sentenced for bounce-back loan fraud
A CARLISLE haulage firm boss fraudulently applied for a government loan that he was not entitled to as he desperately fought to keep his business afloat. A defence barrister told a judge that Stuart Chilton, 38, committed the offence with the sole
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Mountain rescue teams assist man who had become crag fast whilst scrambling
MOUNTAIN rescue teams came to the aid of a man who was stuck on a crag. Patterdale and Keswick MRT were called out to the incident which occurred on June 23. The man had strayed from his usual route and become cragfast. In a post on
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Carlisle United fixtures and kit release day - as it happened!
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Carlisle United's 2024/25 season fixtures revealed
Carlisle United will start 2024/25 with their longest trip of the season - to Gillingham. And their first home game back in League Two is an all-Cumbrian clash against Barrow. The fixtures, released today, set out United's full campaign as
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LIVE: All the breaking news, travel and weather updates across Cumbria
11:03am Today our Road Safety Camera vans will be operating on the M6 J45 – J42, the A7 south of Longtown, the A689
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Truck dealer acquires Carlisle's Border Trucks
A NORTHERN Ireland-based Renault Trucks dealer has announced the acquisition of Border Trucks in Carlisle. Diamond Trucks, part of the Setanta Group, operates from two sites in Northern Ireland and Warrington, Cheshire. Border Trucks, based
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Well known Labour Party personalities back Penrith and Solway candidate
THREE well known Labour politicians visited Cumbria over the past three days to support one of the party's candidates ahead of next week's General Election. Markus Campbell-Savours is hoping to be the MP for the new Penrith and Solway constituency
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Prog rock event organiser hopes to change the North's musical landscape
An upcoming night of prog rock entertainment is part of organisers’ efforts to ‘change the North’s musical landscape’. Finn McGregor, bass player of the band Ebb, which will perform alongside other acts at the Temple of Prog event in Carlisle next
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Estate agency reports thriving local property market in Cockermouth
An estate agency's boss says Cockermouth's property market is notably strong, particularly for family homes near the town's school. H&H branch manager, Anya Caine, believes the market is "continuing to be a great success". Ms Caine added
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Cumbrian family who were seriously injured in head on collision to appear on TV show
A FAMILY from Egremont who were seriously injured in a head-on collision will feature on the TV series Emergency Helicopter Medics today. Ian McCrickard, 51, and his sons Jack McCrickard, 14, and Harry, 11, were at the centre of a major emergency
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Health column: Let’s talk about loneliness
WE'RE all affected by loneliness at times in our lives. We can feel lonely in a busy city or rural location, on social media, or spending time on our own or with others. Try not to feel embarrassed or ashamed if you do. Sometimes admitting we feel
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Hundreds attend final day of village's Gala Week
CROWDS gathered at Seascale's this week to mark a special anniversary of the village. Over 900 people attended the final day of Seascale Gala Week, which featured a parade and fun activities on the recreation ground to celebrate the village's
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Top picnic spots in Cumbria as weather warms up
With the weather warming up and the sun shining, it’s the ideal time for a picnic. There are so many places to choose from in Cumbria, so we’ve compiled a list of what we think are the top 10, in no particular order. Tarn Hows Tarn Hows
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The two road closures in Carlisle to avoid over the next fortnight
CARLISLE's motorists will have two road closures to avoid nearby on the National Highways network this week. But drivers will be able to take some solace in the fact that both of them are only expected to cause slight delays, of under 10 minutes
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Cumbrian teenager finishes school with 100% attendance record
Few people in the world can claim that they have never taken a sick day. Millions of kids across the country were forced to learn from home during the coronavirus pandemic. But not Archie Irving. The 16-year-old from Wigton recently signed
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Meet the finalists: The Barbers Tanya Walsh
WE'RE highlighting the shortlisted hairdressers and barbers in our competition in the News & Star. Each of the establishments will be featured over the following issues. The Barbers Tanya Walsh has been nominated by News & Star readers as one of
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General Election candidates quizzed on education
THE five general election candidates standing for Whitehaven and Workington have been quizzed on three key issues around education: Oversubscribed secondary schools in West Cumbria Funding for schools and support for teachers University
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Comedy actor back on stage in 'The Hound of Baskervilles'
Comedy actor Dave Hearn returns to the Theatre by the Lake (TBTL) in Keswick this summer, with a lead role in West End hit adaptation The Hound of the Baskervilles. Mr Hearn, who has featured in many 'Goes Wrong' style productions, will play the
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Five independent pubs for a pint in Carlisle, according to the Neverspoons app
AS we gear up for a summer of sport, many of us will be watching the action in pubs across the county. We've put together a list of the best independent pubs for a pint in and around Carlisle, according to the Neverspoons app. The app was developed
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Concerns raised over grass-cutting and potholes in 'forgotten village'
VILLAGERS who feel they have been ‘forgotten’ are calling on the council to tackle dangerous potholes and overgrown paths. Residents and parish councillors outlined their concerns over the state of their ‘once beautiful’ village at Moresby Parish
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School hosts 'incredible' exhibition as part of annual arts week
A Carlisle primary school has hosted an 'incredible' exhibition as part of its annual arts week. Stanwix School held its annual arts week between Monday, June 10, and Friday, June 14, with pupils creating artwork inspired by Claude-Joseph Vernet's
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Summer Traders Markets to return to town centre gardens
THE monthly Summer Traders Markets will return to Whitehaven this week. The markets will take place on Thursday, June 27, in St Nicholas' Gardens. A range of traders from across the county attend the markets selling an array of produce.
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Cumbrian Rugby League star to captain England Under-19s at European Championship
A Cumbrian Rugby League star will captain England at the Under-19 European Championship. Devan Sharp, who plays for Cleator-based Wath Brow Hornets, has been selected to captain the Lions as they travel to Serbia to defend the title that they won
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Bitts Park tennis courts open for business ahead of Wimbledon
WHILE the Euros might be dominating the sporting news right now, with England officially in the round of 16, there is another major tournament which will soon capture attention. Wimbledon will officially begin on July 1, with qualifiers already
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City of Carlisle Orchestra to hold summer concert at St John's Church
The City of Carlisle Orchestra are set to perform a summer concert in the border city this weekend. The concert will take place in St John’s Church, London Road, Carlisle on Saturday 29th June, starting at 7.30pm, and features as its main work
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'Simply stunning' Barrow House on the market for almost £3 million
A Grade two listed mansion house in the heart of the Lake District National Park and with spectacular views over Derwentwater has come on the market with a price tag of almost £3m. Barrow House, just outside Keswick, is surrounded by hills and
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Avanti West Coast completes 'biggest-ever' rail fleet upgrade
Avanti West Coast have completed the refurbishment of their Pendolino trains. The completion of a £117m refurbishment was announced following the last of the Pendolino trains entering service this week. This marked the end of what is thought
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Stalker repeatedly went to ex's house and sent handwritten poem and teddy bear
A STALKER repeatedly went to his former partner’s home and sent her a teddy bear which said, ‘I need you in my life’. Andrew Burns, 32, had been in a relationship with the woman for 11 months before she broke up with him and blocked his number.