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Mountain rescuers save youths during foggy day in the Lakes
Mountain rescuers were deployed after a member of a youth group on a walk suffered a suspected broken ankle yesterday (July 9). As the first few members of the Langdale Ambleside Mountain Rescue Team (LAMRT) arrived, a second callout was received
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Carlisle United owner: We can mitigate training ground flooding risk
Tom Piatak says Carlisle United will do all they can to “mitigate” against the flooding risk at the site of their proposed new training ground. The Blues are set to create a new facility at the Sheepmount, after talks with Cumberland Council.
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Young cast bring Disney modern classic to life with magic, adventure and humour
WHITEHAVEN Theatre of Youth’s latest offering is a modern classic from Disney - with magic, adventure and humour to thaw even the coldest heart. Frozen Jr. is based on the 2018 Broadway and West End musical, and brings Elsa, Anna, and the magical
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Typo on historic site sign a 'humorous talking point', council says
A council’s spelling mistake on a tourist site sign has sparked amusement. Maryport Town Council has recently released signage for the town’s historic coke ovens. Believed to be the oldest coke ovens in the world, it’s perhaps not the target
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'I'd love to achieve two Michelin stars'
As part of our Meet the Chef series, we're talking to some of Cumbria's finest about their lives in and out of the kitchen. This week, it's the turn of Jack Bond, head chef at The Cottage In The Wood What is your current role and what does it involve
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Excitement builds for Westmorland Dales Festival
Organisers of the 2024 Westmorland Dales Festival say momentum is building for this unique event celebrating the area’s landscape, heritage and people. Taking place on Saturday, July 27 and Sunday 28, a wide range of markets, activities and
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Archie Davies: Why I joined Carlisle United - and what fans will see
Listen to new Carlisle United signing Archie Davies talking to the News & Star about his decision to join the Blues, how a spell in Ireland rescued his career, and his aspirations at Brunton Park. Click on the Play button below to hear our interview
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Looking back on proms: the US tradition that came to Cumbria
Prom season is upon us, and we’re looking back at the celebration to mark the end of a school career, focusing on Caldew School in Dalston, Workington Academy Sixth Form and Solway Community Technology College. Prom King and Queen David Williamson
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Plight of upland farmers raised with new Defra Secretary
NFU president Tom Bradshaw raised the plight of upland farmers in his first meeting with the new Defra Secretary, he said during a media event on the first day of the Great Yorkshire Show. Mr Bradshaw, who met with Steve Reed and Farming Minister
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'Class' - Kendal praise Carlisle United for leaving changing room spotless
Kendal Town have praised Carlisle United for the respect their players and staff showed after last night's friendly. The south Cumbrian club's chairman Michael O'Neill says the Blues left their changing rooms near spotless after Tuesday night's
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In pictures: new faces and goals from Carlisle United's latest friendly
Carlisle United's second pre-season friendly saw more new faces alongside familiar figures, plus three goals in the 3-0 win at Kendal Town. Photographer Ben Holmes was there for us to capture all the action. Click on the image at the top of
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See the best News & Star Camera Club pictures
HERE are our favourite camera club images from our members. These are the top three. Robert Wickings shared this image from Talkin Tarn. Robert Wickings shared this image from Talkin Tarn (Image: News and Star Facebook Camera Club)
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Newton Rigg Ltd has ceased trading and gone into voluntary liquidation
NEWTON Rigg Ltd, the educational charity established in the wake of the closure of the Newton Rigg College campus near Penrith in 2021, has announced it has ceased trading and gone into voluntary liquidation. The company offered rural advice, training
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Former city MP involved in scheme to help ex-politicians
A former Carlisle MP is involved in a new mentoring scheme offering support to MPs as they grapple with losing their seat and navigating life outside the halls of Parliament. Eric Martlew, who represented the city from 1987-2010, is chairman of
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Students across Cumbria attend their special school proms
School pupils from across Cumbria have been attending their school proms. Proms have grown over the past decades and help to mark a significant point in children’s educations. Students don their finest clothes and head out for an evening remembering
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Campaigners protest rail service over nuclear waste transport
CAMPAIGNERS challenged Direct Rail Services (DRS) over transporting nuclear waste during a charity open day at the site's Carlisle Kingmoor depot. Direct Rail Services (DRS) is a subsidiary of the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA), which
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200 primary school children create their own sporting summer
MORE than 200 primary school children came together to add to 2024’s summer of sport. On TV there may be the Euros, Wimbledon, and the Olympics to come, but at Whitehaven’s Copeland Stadium, Year 4 pupils from Cumbria Education Trust (CET) schools
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Comedy by Cumbrian brothers to be performed next week
Outdoor theatre will come to a stately venue in North Cumbria next week. The Secret Diary of Henry VIII will be staged in the grounds of Netherby Hall near Longtown on June 16. Described as a hilarious take on Britain’s most epic monarch, the
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Thunderstorms and flooding likely in Cumbria says Met Office
The Met Office have issued a yellow weather warning in Cumbria for today (July 10). Heavy showers and thunderstorms leading to a chance of some flooding and disruption in places are likely in much of Cumbria, and into Scotland. Heavy showers
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Convicted rapist accused of further sex crimes against males gives evidence
A CARLISLE man convicted of raping a 15-year-old boy during an overnight fishing trip accused two other alleged victims of “jumping on the bandwagon.” On day two of his trial at the city’s crown court, 48-year-old Barrie O’Keefe insisted he was
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Carlisle United No2 on Wyke goals, debutants and Kendal test
Billy Barr welcomed Charlie Wyke’s return to the scoresheet for Carlisle United in his second pre-season outing. The Blues striker opened his account in his second spell at the club with two goals in Tuesday night’s 3-0 win at Kendal Town.
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Warning to blue badge holders who face £1,000 fine if they do not act
Blue Badge holders have been warned they could face fines of up £1,000 if they do not take action. Blue Badges help people with disabilities or health conditions park closer to their destination. They cost £10 in England, £20 in Scotland, and
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Martin Lewis issues warning as more than £20m lost in celebrity profile scams
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis has issued a warning to avoid becoming a victim of celebrity profile scams. Stars including Lewis himself, Taylor Swift, Elon Musk and Adele have become the most common profiles that are misused in scam adverts,
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Richard Tice slams 'absurd suggestion' that Reform UK used an 'AI candidate'
Reform UK chairman Richard Tice has slammed the "absurd suggestion" that the party used an 'AI candidate' in the 2024 General Election. The party won five seats in the House of Commons, with Mr Tice among them, earning victory in the seat of Boston
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Thousands warned they are missing out on nearly £4,000 DWP cost of living boost
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is encouraging everyone to check if they may be eligible for cost of living support worth nearly £4,000 a year. The DWP is urging people to check their eligibility for Pension Credit. Pension Credit
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Cumbria Police confirm road safety camera van locations for July 10
Cumbria Police have confirmed their road safety camera van locations for Wednesday July 10. Today, road safety camera vans will be operating in North Carlisle, Walney, Barrow, Kirkbride, Thurstonfield, the M6 J42 – J45, Rowrah, Cleator and Distington
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'It ruined my life' - man who was allegedly raped told police
A CARLISLE man told police officers that he was “plied with” alcohol and cannabis by an older man who then "sneaked" into his room at night and raped him. Giving his video-taped account of the alleged rape 18 years ago, the man said that at the
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Live breaking news updates in Cumbria on Wednesday July 10
11:00am The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for thunderstorms in Cumbria today. Read more here.
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Police gets an extra £1 million to tackle anti-social behaviour in Cumbria
Cumbria Police has received an extra £1 million to tackle anti-social behaviour and serious violence in hotspots across the county. Operation Enhance is the new county-wide crackdown on anti-social behaviour and serious violence that will see extra
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Tom Piatak on Carlisle United's major training ground plans
Listen to Carlisle United owner Tom Piatak talking to the News & Star about the training ground project at the Sheepmount - including the flood risks, the five-year lease, timescales, funding and more... Click on the Play button below to hear the
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The two road closures in Copeland to avoid over the next fortnight
COPELAND'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 less than ten minutes
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Carlisle's International Man of History to visit Machu Picchu for charity
Carlisle's International Man of History is set to achieve a lifelong ambition with his next trip, which will take him to Machu Picchu in Peru. Eelyn Oliver has amassed a strong following over over 100,000 on his social media page International
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Rehearsals underway for local production of Joseph at Rosehill theatre
Rehearsals are underway for a production of Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at Rosehill Theatre in November Whitehaven and District Amateur Operatic Society (WADAOS) are bringing this iconic show to the town with a cast and crew full
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Local residents to gather ahead of legal challenge for Whitehaven mine
Local residents and environmental organisations will gather in Whitehaven next week to oppose plans to build a controversial and highly polluting coal mine in the area, and to call instead for green investment. The gatherings are in support of
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The seven road closures in Carlisle to avoid over the next fortnight
DRIVERS in and around Carlisle will have eight National Highways road closures to watch out for this week. But the news isn't too bad, with all of them only expected to cause slight delays, of less than 10 minutes. seven closures will begin
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BMA meets with new health secretary for strike action talks
BMA junior doctors committee co-chairs have met with the health secretary for talks about ending the junior doctors’ strike. They discussed how to make progress in bringing the nearly two-year-old pay dispute to an end. During the recent strike
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Cumbrian comedy film about gay hook-up gone wrong to be screened next month
A filmmaker’s comedic story of a man who gets more than he bargained for on his first gay hook-up will be screened later this month. 26-year-old Stuart Armstrong, from Lazonby but based in Carlisle, made the short film Lay-by as a ‘proof of concept
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Detroit rockers electrify Carlisle venue
Carlisle was shocked by a positive charge of electricity as one of America’s most exciting bands came to visit. Opening for the boys was English solo artist Vanity Fairy, who arrived on stage bedazzled and fabulously dressed, singing original and
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Five new Cumbrian Labour MPs on first day in job as they head to Parliament
FIVE new Cumbrian MPs have made their way to Parliament this week - with the county's Labour MPs joining 335 other new MPs in their first day on the job. Michelle Scrogham (Barrow and Furness), Lizzi Collinge (Morecambe and Lunesdale), Josh MacAlister
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Comedy legend's testicular cancer-themed comedy show brings laughter and tears
YOU don’t always get testicular puppetry at a stand-up comedy show, but one comic went balls to the walls in Carlisle earlier this month. Richard Herring is perhaps best known for his and Stewart Lee’s comedy shows from the 90s 'Fist Of Fun' and
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Carlisle's new-Uber style app shifts up a gear with 5,000 users
Carlisle's new Uber-style app is booming with more than 5,000 customers now registered and actively using the service after only seven weeks since it launched. Tap A Taxi, which began with just a handful of drivers, now boasts over 40 committed
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Bosnian War survivor gives talk alongside council members in Cumbria
A survivor of the Bosnian War, Jasmin Dajic, shared his experiences at a Cumberland Council event to mark Srebrenica Memorial Day 2024. The public event, held at the Civic Centre, Carlisle, was an opportunity to learn more about the Bosnian War
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Guest house sweeps top tourism award
Sunnyside Guest House in Keswick has scooped the Cumbria Tourism Bed and Breakfast and Guest House of the Year 2024 award. This latest achievement comes on the heels of it becoming a finalist in The Family Business Community North West Awards this
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Supermarket chosen for pilot banking scheme following multiple bank closures
A PILOT banking scheme which is being rolled out in a West Cumbrian supermarket has been welcomed by a community hit by multiple bank closures. Tesco Superstore in Whitehaven is one of only three locations across the UK to be chosen for the pilot
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Foster families enjoy hands on engineering day with Sellafield
FOSTER families gathered at Cleator Moor for a day of engineering and crafts with Sellafield staff. More than 40 young people and their carers took part in the event on Saturday, July 6. The day was organised and coordinated by Claire O'Connor
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Health column: The importance of Vitamin D
VITAMIN D is important and as well as sunshine, getting some from a balanced diet can help. Vitamin D is also found in a small number of foods. Sources include: - oily fish – such as salmon, sardines, herring and mackerel - red meat
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Fell runners to form guard of honour at Lakeland legend Joss Naylor's funeral
A GUARD of honour is set to be formed at an iconic Cumbrian athlete's funeral by fell runners. Runners are invited to form a colourful guard of honour at the funeral of Lake District sporting icon, Joss Naylor. Joss sadly passed away last
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Decision to be made on 194-home scheme
A DECISION is set to be made today on revised plans to bring 194 homes to Penrith. In May, earlier this year, despite recommendations from planning officers, the Strategic Planning Committee for Westmorland and Furness Council turned down proposals
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More than 1,000 planning applications submitted to Cumberland Council in past year
Labour has promised to reform the planning process after a landslide election victory amidst its promise to build 1.5 million new homes. It comes as more than 1,000 planning applications were submitted to Cumberland Council last year. Labour
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'He is going to be a massive miss' - Town pays tribute to beloved local Peter Howlett
THE community has paid tribute to a beloved Whitehaven man. Peter Howlett sadly passed away in June of this year at the age of 62. He was known by many people in the area and would often be seen walking around the town centre speaking with
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Plans for new homes in Lakes village approved - despite concerns raised over demand
A PLANNING application for 15 new homes in a Lake District village have been approved - despite one objection saying that the market in the village was already 'saturated'. Plans have been approved for 15 new homes, of which ten will be affordable
