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Carlisle United wanted me, claims Bradford star
Bradford City attacker Jamie Walker has claimed that Carlisle United showed interest in him earlier this summer. The Scot says United, backed by their wealthy American owners, were keen on his services. But Walker instead extended his stay
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New Carlisle United physio Sophie Birnie on her role with the Blues
Listen to new Carlisle United head physio Sophie Birnie talking to the News & Star about her move to Brunton Park, her route to the Blues and much more... Click on the Play button below to hear our interview with Birnie.
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Former Carlisle United coach joins League One club
Former Carlisle United coach Paul Gerrard is back in the game - with a League One move. He has been appointed goalkeeping coach at Peterborough United ahead of the 2024/25 campaign. Gerrard held a similar position at United from 2022 to 2023
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Tenant and visitors banned from house after anti-social behaviour and drug use
POLICE have secured a full closure order on a property in Penrith following persistent anti-social behaviour and drug use. Police were granted the order, for the Eden Mount property, today (July, 2) at Carlisle Magistrates Court after officers
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First woman chair for Skelton Show 2024
Nina Oxley was elected as the new Chairperson, marking the first time in the show's history that a woman has undertaken this role. With an agricultural background, and a career in marketing, Nina continues to share her wealth of experience having been
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Football banning order for Carlisle United fan convicted of using racial slur
A FOUR year football banning order has been handed to a Dalston man who yelled a racial slur at a match official during a Carlisle United game. Christopher Rogerson, 39, pleaded not guilty to using racially aggravated abusive words and behaviour
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Nuclear specialist plans for growth
A company which specialises in remote handling in the nuclear sector has plans to take on 20 more employees as it grows the business following a rebrand. PAR Systems, which has been trading in West Cumbria since 2010, has rebranded as CORE Nuclear
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Man in his 80s dies after Lake District search
A MAN in his 80s has died after going missing from a motorboat on Derwentwater. Police were contacted at 10.30am yesterday (July, 1) following concerns for the man after a motorboat he had been sailing was found in the lake at Keswick with nobody
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Looking back on tennis: when Cumbrians took to the courts
Wimbledon started yesterday, and we’re looking back at the world-famous tennis tournament and times when Cumbrians have taken up racquets. It’s the world’s oldest competition of its kind and is widely regarded as the most prestigious, having
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Cameron Harper: 'I want to get Carlisle United fans off their seats...'
“I really wanted to take myself out of my comfort zone,” says Cameron Harper, who has swapped his boyhood club for a fresh start with Carlisle United. The left-sided wing-back was at Inverness Caledonian Thistle from ten and admits playing for them
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Police undertake speeding checks in Allonby
Local police have undertaken speed checks at a speeding hotspot in West Cumbria Officers from Allerdale police went to Allonby on Monday, July 1 after locals had reported a number of incidents of speeding in the town. READ MORE: NCIC says A
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Four receive official warnings for anti-social behaviour in Carlisle
FOUR people in Carlisle have been issued formal warnings after a series of public order incidents, episodes of drunkenness, and assaults in the city centre. This has led to intimidating and anti-social behaviour which has caused issues for local
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Police investigate shoplifting in Keswick outdoor shop
Police have released images of two men who they are seeking to identify as park of two shoplifting investigations at the same premises. The alleged offences took place on May 15 and May 19 at Cotswold Outdoor in Main Street, Keswick. The
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Inquest opens in case of missing Cumbrian man whose body has not been found
AN inquest has formally been opened in the case of a missing West Cumbria man whose body has not yet been found despite extensive searches by police and specialist rescuers. Benedict Gibson, aged 34 and known as Ben, was last seen at around 6.30pm
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Historic village inn on the market for £400,000
A FORMER village inn has been placed on the market. The Yanwath Gate Inn, near Penrith, is accepting offers in the region of £400,000 with options for both private and commercial interest. The property, which is being listed by David Britton
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Police warn public to stay safe as England progress to Euros Quarter Finals
CUMBRIA Police are reinforcing their message of staying safe as the Euros progress. England is now through to the quarterfinals of the Euros 2024 contest and emotions are running high. Football fans across the county flock to pubs, bars,
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West Cumbrian nurse praised for dedication to protecting the environment
A NURSE in West Cumbria has been praised for her dedication to recycling and the environment. Louise Wright, a nurse in the School Aged Immunisation team in Workington, has a keen interest in protecting the planet. Her appetite for the green
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'Challenges of hospitality industry' leads to village pub closure
LAST orders have been called at a popular village pub whilst it seeks prospective tenants. The Queen Inn, located on The Green, Great Corby ceased trading on Sunday evening (June 30). Previously run under a leasehold by business partners David
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Leaders still required to help Dalston Scout group continue
Dalston Scout Group are on still on the lookout for new scout leaders amidst fears the troop may have to close despite a previous appeal. Having been operating with the minimum number of leaders for some time, Dalston Scouts have recently said
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"Absolutely surreal" - Carlisle DJ performs at Glastonbury
A Carlisle DJ got the crowd dancing last week with his first performance at the world-renowned Glastonbury festival. Jake Colley, 28, was one of six DJs to take to the BBC Introducing stage on Thursday afternoon where he played a 15 minute set
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Man arrested on GBH charge after police incident in Distington
Police have arrested a man on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm following an incident in Distington on July 1 Officers were called to Midtown Close after being made aware that a man in the street had suffered a head injury. He was taken
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The World of Peter Rabbit Storytime Trail arrives in west Cumbria
Fans of The Tale of Peter Rabbit are encouraged to hop along to The Beacon Museum, Whitehaven this summer. They will be able to immerse themselves in the classic Beatrix Potter story at a showcase planned at The Beacon Museum, Whitehaven between
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'Always a great atmosphere' at one of Carlisle's best hairdressers
WE have been highlighting the shortlisted hairdressers and barbers in our competition in the News & Star. Each of the establishments will be featured in the following issues. Gilded Gold Design House was nominated by News & Star readers as
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Carlisle United chief: Focus on team unaffected by big off-field projects
Carlisle United’s chief executive has stressed that the huge off-field developments at the club will not distract from the importance of putting a successful team together. Brunton Park is undergoing a major summer revamp ahead of the new season
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'Statement signing - look at the buzz' - Blues fans on Wyke's return
Carlisle United fans have been giving us their reaction on social media platform X to the news of Charlie Wyke's return to Brunton Park. Here's a selection of their comments. People wanted a statement, and this is a big statement of intent.
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Former Carlisle United defender joins Indian champions
Former Carlisle United defender Tom Aldred has made a move to Indian football. He has joined Indian Super League champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant ahead of the new season. Former United youth team product Aldred, 33, has moved to India after
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Man charged with death by dangerous driving after fatal crash on A595 at Bothel
A man has been charged with death by dangerous driving after a fatal collision on the A595 at Bothel in the early hours of Monday, July 1. Noel Peter Collins, 33, of County Tyrone, Northern Ireland but of no fixed address, was charged in the early
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See the best News & Star Camera Club pictures
SEE some of our favourite News & Star Camera Club images from our members. These are the top three. Mark Hetherington's picture of noctilucent clouds from Calthwaite near Penrith. Mark Hetherington's image of noctilucent clouds from Calthwaite
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Bank launches 'first of its kind' safety features to thwart phone thieves
An online bank has launched a new safety feature to prevent phone thieves from transferring large sums of money. Monzo has implemented a new security measure so that their customers' savings could be protected if their phone was stolen. They
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Breaking news and traffic updates from across Cumbria for July 2
7:41am Today's weather forecast according to the Met Office A dry and bright start, but cloud will build with some
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Kingfisher Couture earns praise with resilient return to the fashion scene
In the wake of a successful photoshoot at The Crown and Mitre in Carlisle, the award-winning brand Kingfisher Couture is demonstrating renewed vigour and determination in the fashion industry. After undergoing significant hurdles, and following
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Cumberland Council's social housing provision needs 'complete rethink'
CUMBERLAND Council needs to have a complete rethink on the issue of social housing a senior councillor has claimed. Councillor Emma Williamson (Kells and Sandwith, Labour), the deputy leader and portfolio holder for children's services, family
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Young people celebrate Pride Month with afternoon of creativity
Young people gathered for an afternoon of live music, an art exhibition, and workshops for the Queer Cumbria event in collaboration with Tullie. Tullie's secret garden was transformed into a space for people to celebrate Pride Month on June 29
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Castle & Coasts colleagues climb Haystacks in support of Great North Air Ambulance
A GROUP of staff at Castles & Coasts Housing Association (CCHA) have completed a charity walk. 21 colleagues completed a walk up Haystacks in the Lake District covering a distance of 9.5 miles, which is one of the most well-known Wainwrights.
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Cameron Harper on his move to Carlisle United
Listen to our first interview with new Carlisle United signing Cameron Harper as he talks about his move to Brunton Park, switching from Scottish football and what he hopes to bring to the Blues... Click on the Play button below to hear our chat
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Carlisle man helps transform Royal Navy helicopter in Glastonbury 2024 centrepiece
A former Carlisle resident and school pupil has helped transform a helicopter into a Glastonbury 2024. Andrew Parrini, who previously lived in the city and attended Newman School in his younger years, played a part in transforming a disused Royal
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Amazing community response to charity shop's emergency appeal
A CARLISLE charity shop has been inundated by community donations after announcing in an emergency social media appeal that "the storeroom is empty". The OpShop in Denton Holme was faced with an empty storeroom for possibly the first time in its
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Carlisle man accused of dangerous driving in city
A MOTORIST accused of hitting more than twice the 30mph speed limit during a police pursuit in Carlisle has appeared in front of a city court. Mark McCracken, aged 56, of Ullswater Road, Carlisle, faces two charges arising out of an incident on
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Dealership offers chance to win free £3,000 van as firm set to expand
A local Carlisle-based van dealership is celebrating its expansion by offering the chance to drive away in a free van to a lucky winner. Starting with three vehicles in 2019 at the height of Covid, JDM Automotive is set to open its second site
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EV policy set out by different political parties in lead up to election
One of the key issues of this year's General Election is the environment. Climate change is the fifth-most important issue, according to YouGov research, and is likely to be a major voting factor on July 4. The major parties all have plans
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North Cumbria Integrated Care pay respect to staff who have served in armed forces
STAFF at North Cumbria Integrated Care have paid respect to troops on Armed Forces Day. They have thanked all of their staff who have served or still serve in the armed forces. NCIC has held two roadshows this week to display the work of their
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Burglar jailed after being reported by his own mother
A BURGLAR was reported to police by his own mother after she found stolen loot in their home. Carlisle Crown Court heard 38-year-old Brian Holliday returned to crime in late May this year while released from prison on licence following a previous
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NCIC warns of 'extremely busy' A&E departments during junior doctors' strike
A warning over capacity in A&E was made by North Cumbria Integrated Care (NCIC) as the affect of the junior doctor’s strike was felt in the county. NCIC told residents to only attend A&E if their condition and symptoms were “life threatening
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Teaching assistant raises money for Ukrainian rehab centre 'Unbroken'
A teaching assistant has raised money for the Ukrainian Rehabilitation Centre 'Unbroken' by taking on a local marathon. Anastasiia 'Nas' Kaminska is a learning support teaching assistant at Brampton's William Howard School and has raised £500 for
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Catholic school found to be good with outstanding features in religious inspection
A CATHOLIC high school has been rated ‘good’ with outstanding features in a report by the Catholic Schools Inspectorate. St Benedict’s Catholic High School in Whitehaven has been praised for its leadership of Catholic mission, excellent behaviour
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Rescue volunteers swap peaks for European cycle challenge
Two mountain rescue volunteers will embark on Europe's longest ultra cycling challenge, aiming to raise more than £4,000 for Penrith Mountain Rescue Team. Ceri and James Bicknell will tackle the North Cape 4000, which begins near Verona in Italy's
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Carlisle man sentenced after £32,000 housing benefit fraud
A BENEFIT fraudster who committed a £32,000 fiddle is on track to complete repayment of his illegal earnings in the year 2037, a court heard. Stuart Michael Watson, 44, was backed by impressive references from family, friends and his place of work
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Palestine group take protest to city's bank for sixth time
CARLISLE'S Palestine advocacy group has held its sixth protest outside of the city's Barclays branch. Palestine Solidarity Group Carlisle & District staged their protest to highlight the banks claimed financial involvement with companies supplying
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Military vehicles and stalls in the city centre to commemorate Armed Forces Day
Hundreds of people gathered in Carlisle City Centre to commemorate Armed Forces Day. Armed Forces Day takes place on the last Saturday each June and is a chance to show support for the brave men and women who make up the Armed Forces community:
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Young Carlisle man must pay £600 after smashing pub window
A YOUNG Carlisle man must pay £600 to compensate the owners of a popular city centre pub after he punched and damaged a window while drunk. Axel Read, 22, was told by a district judge he must take a look at his behaviour after adding another offence
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Meet the finalists: Winter's Hair
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. Winter's Hair has been nominated by News & Star readers as one of the ten
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Employer that’s helping to broaden Barrow’s horizons
Any story about the future of Barrow is also a story about the future of its shipyard. Few towns can have one employer which has such an influence as BAE Systems Submarines – and if this is the measure of Barrow’s fortunes then things should