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Simmo: 'I've been in discussions every day...'

Listen to Carlisle United boss Paul Simpson talking to the News & Star about the friendly at St Mirren, the injury and transfer latest, and more... Click on the Play button to hear our post-match interview with the Blues manager.  

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Strictly judge Craig Revel Horwood speaks out over dancer allegations

Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood has said allegations of abusive behaviour to past participants on the show have come as a “shock” to him. Last weekend professional dancer Graziano Di Prima said he was leaving the BBC show after

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In pictures: all the action from St Mirren v Carlisle United!

Carlisle United claimed a 2-2 draw in an entertaining pre-season friendly at St Mirren on Friday night. Photographer Ben Holmes was at the SMiSA Stadium to capture all the action for the News & Star. Click on the image at the top of this article

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Former Carlisle United keeper makes overseas loan move

Former Carlisle United keeper Jokull Andresson has returned to his native Iceland for his latest loan move. The Reading gloveman, who spent last season with the Blues, has joined his boyhood club Afturelding. The move sees Andresson link up

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'Exceptionally busy' morning at A&E prompts warning from hospital trust

North Cumbria Integrated Care has warned of an "exceptionally busy" morning in their Accident & Emergency departments at Whitehaven and Carlisle (July, 20). Urging people to only attend for life-threatening emergencies, they said: "If you have

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10-year-old girl taken to hospital after crash

A 10-year-old girl was taken to hospital after a crash in Scotby last night (July 19).  The incident involving a car and the girl, who was a pedestrian, occurred near the Royal Oak pub at around 7.35pm. The child was taken to the Cumberland

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Cumbrian hairdressers receives award as 'UK's Best Hair Extension Salon'

A CUMBRIAN hairdresser has received an award.  The team at House of Swain, on Strand Street in Whitehaven, has been acknowledged for their exceptional work with hair extensions.  Jennifer Swain, the salon owner, has been running the hair business

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Hundreds of runners lead 'King of the Fells home'

HUNDREDS of fell runners gathered for a guard of honour at the funeral of legendary Lake District fell runner Joss Naylor MBE. Known as 'King of the Fells', the record-breaking veteran athlete died last month at the age of 88. Ahead of the

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St Mirren No2: Carlisle United are a 'top side' who'll do well in League Two

St Mirren assistant manager Diarmuid O'Carroll has described Carlisle United as a "top side" who will do well in League Two next season. O'Carroll was speaking after the Saints and the Blues played out an entertaining 2-2 draw in Friday's pre-season

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Cumbria Police need your help with these appeals

Cumbria Police have released appeals over the last week for information from the public to help them with their inquiries.  Carlisle:  A 42-year-old man from Oxford was arrested for allegedly assaulting a police officer near Carlisle's bus

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Family home with views across countryside for sale

An 'immaculately' presented four-bedroom home in the heart of Great Strickland is on the market for a guide price of £545,000. With 'stunning' views and no onward chain to contend with, this 'deceptively spacious' link-detached property boasts

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Cathedral encourages people to take part in Church Door Challenge

CARLISLE Cathedral is encouraging members of the public to take part in a summer challenge.  The Church Door Challenge asks people to submit pictures of entranceways accompanied by details about a place of worship.  The Church of England has

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More than a quarter of people in the region struggle to get NHS dentist appointments

More than a quarter of people in the North East and north Cumbria struggle to get an appointment with an NHS dentist, new survey data suggests. The British Dental Association said for millions accessing NHS dentistry "is just a nice idea rather

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Community centre to host range of children's activities over the summer holidays

A COMMUNITY centre in Whitehaven will be hosting sessions for youngsters throughout the summer.  Red Lonning Community Centre at Hensingham will be hosting Summer Sessions.  These will involve a variety of 'fun and creative' activities which

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Young Carlisle United defender joins Carlisle City on loan

Carlisle United have loaned promising young defender Josh O’Brien to Carlisle City. The big centre-back has linked up with the Northern League Division One side on a half-season deal. O’Brien is one of four young Blues players on a third-year

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Carlisle bare-knuckle boxer goes face-to-face with Conor McGregor

Carlisle bare-knuckle boxing champion Danny Christie went head to head with Conor McGregor at a major promotion in Marbella. The two fighters were in Spain to promote the BKFC's forthcoming event in the country. Christie, who was the British

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Coastguard team members tackle part in rope rescue assessment

WHITEHAVEN Coastguard took part in a rope rescue assessment.  The session took place around the harbourside area.  The training session was to assess the work of rope rescue technicians who are part of the coastguard team.  In a post on

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Northern Rail agree alleged fare evasion prosecutions should be quashed

Lawyers representing two rail companies which brought prosecutions of alleged fare evasion under a controversial, fast-track legal scheme have said they are “in agreement” the cases should be quashed. Northern Rail, Greater Anglia and other rail

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Grainger returns for Workington Reds' latest pre-season test

Workington Reds boss Mark Fell is looking forward to today’s pre-season test against Morecambe – which sees Danny Grainger back at Borough Park. Fell’s promotion-winning Reds predecessor is now assistant manager of this afternoon's League Two visitors

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'Really good signs' - Simmo reacts to Blues' draw with St Mirren

Paul Simpson says he saw some “really good signs” from Carlisle United’s showing at St Mirren. The Blues drew 2-2 in an entertaining pre-season contest in Paisley. Harrison Neal shot Carlisle ahead before the Scottish Premiership side turned

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UK's biggest tribute festival to arrive in Carlisle this weekend

A TRIBUTE festival which claims to to be the biggest in the UK, is arriving in Carlisle this weekend.  On Sunday July 21 in Bitts Park, the Look-A-Like festival will bring together some of the UK’s tribute bands for an all day music festival to

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Laidlaw Auctioneers set to showcase range of collectors' items

The Laidlaw Auctioneers and Valuers are set for the monthly auction following their successful June sale of some notable items. These items included a Hermes Kelly handbag and a Victorian pocket watch which fetched four-figure sums. John Hunt

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Chief inspector awarded for achievements at national award ceremony

A chief inspector in Cumbria has been recognised as one of the nation's greatest force leaders at an award ceremony. Chief Inspector Graham Hawley was announced as the winner of the Leader of the Year award at a ceremony held last night (July 18

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New safety strategy to address antisocial behaviour in Cumbria

Cumberland Council has launched a three-year strategy to combat crime and antisocial behaviour. The Cumberland Community Safety Partnership, including the council, fire and rescue service, police, NHS Integrated Care Board, and probation service

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Cumbria training provider celebrates 'Good' grading from Ofsted

Cumbria's PHX Training has received a 'Good' grading in every aspect by Ofsted, the educational watchdog. With centres in Barrow, Carlisle and Workington, PHX recently celebrated its 20th year in providing comprehensive training across a spectrum

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Drag night will raise money for hospice charity this month

A drag night in aid of a hospice charity will take place later this month. Carlisle-based drag performer Dee Licious will hold the night of entertainment at the Ex-servicemen's Club on July 26. The night, which is going to be 80's-themed, will

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City convention is gearing up for an even bigger event

A popular convention is set to return to Carlisle next month for its biggest year yet with exciting new additions.  Megacon is back at Richard Rose Central Academy on August 19 for its 15th year with an even better line-up of events, activities

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Alfresco theatre to delight Carlisle this summer

A spectacular line-up of alfresco theatre is set to entertain Carlisle this summer courtesy of The Pantaloons theatre company. Talkin Tarn Country Park will be the setting for these outdoor performances offering spectators a picturesque waterfront

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Caledonian Sleeper opens photography contest for scenic journeys

The Caledonian Sleeper has launched a photography contest, encouraging passengers to capture scenic views from their journey. Running until October 31st and including stops like Carlisle, the contest is looking for inspiring images of UK landscapes

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Father battling for justice in the face of 'cover-ups' takes fight to Downing Street

A CARLISE dad who wants the Ministry of Defence prosecuted over the “preventable” death of his soldier son during a fitness test has taken his battle for justice to Downing Street. Phillip Hoole, 62, has spent seven years fighting to unearth the

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Future of town's May Day Carnival secured after council steps in

PENRITH Town Council has agreed to take the lead in organising of the May Day Carnival for the town in 2025. The May Day Carnival is a key event in the town’s calendar which brings together local charities, community groups and performers to deliver

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Pub's heartwarming head shaving event raises over £1,500

A CHARITY event which saw brave punters shave their heads has raised over £1,500 for Cancer Research UK.  On July 5, pubgoers at the Loose Moose pub, in Penrith, gathered for the charity night in honour of Linda Martin.  Joann Martin, the organiser

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NOSTALGIA: A look at the Paralympics in Cumbria

THE Paralympic Games are due to begin this summer. The Olympic Games will begin in July, with the Paralympic Games following in the weeks ahead. They are also known as the Games of the Paralympiad and are a series of international multisport

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NOSTALGIA: A look back at Carlisle 50 years ago in the year 1974

WE wanted to show you what was going on in Carlisle 50 years. The year is 1974, and things were quite a bit different here in Cumbria than they are nowadays. This was a time when Snow Knight won the Epsom Derby at odds of 50/1 being ridden

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Freedom of information request reveals 2023 Appleby Fair cost

PREVIOUSLY unknown financial details of the cost of the 2023 Appleby Fair have been brought to light. Whilst the traditional Fair doesn't have an 'organiser', the multi-agency strategic co-ordinating group (MASCG), a collaboration of agencies,

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Man with history of drug misuse died after taking 'large number of substances'

A 25-YEAR-old man with a history of drug misuse tragically died after taking a large number of substances, an inquest heard. Jordan Nawrockyj was pronounced dead at his grandparents’ home in Cockermouth on the morning of February 23 after paramedics

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Florist business blooms since opening on town's Main Street last year

A FLOWER business is blooming on Egremont Main Street since opening last year – with floral designs being sent all over the country. Creations for Occasions was opened in August 2023 by Theresa Bailey, who has been described as a ‘floral magician

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Cumbrian peers front row seat at 'historical moment in time' for King's Speech 2024

THIS week a moment of history was made as the new Labour Government watched over the first Kings speech the party had witnessed in government since the 1950's. And one Cumbrian peer had a front row seat, partaking in the historical event on Wednesday

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Major road improvements causing six-week closure to start next week

A major road improvement project will see a closure lasting six weeks starting next week. Cumberland Council said the work, on the A5086 at Frizington, will be carried out by their contractor DSD Construction Ltd and will start on Monday, July

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Good Samaritan sexually assaulted by homeless stranger she was trying to help

A YOUNG woman was sexually assaulted by a homeless stranger she had tried to help after he approached her in the street and said he wanted to kill himself, a court heard. The woman had no idea former Grant Percival, 40, was a persistent offender

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New building at West Cumberland Hospital to open later than expected

THE new building at West Cumberland Hospital is set to open later than planned.  North Cumbria Integrated Care has thanked the community for their 'patience and ongoing support' for Phase 2 of the West Cumberland Hospital redevelopment.  In

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Cockapoo dog now 'loves running' following life-saving hip surgery

A cockapoo dog is now fully recovered and living with his new family after undergoing lifesaving surgery earlier this year.  Over £3,000 was raised for Thomas' hip dysplasia surgery after a fundraiser was launched by Oak Tree Animals Charity at

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GP surgeries in Cumbria 'unable to book any appointments' after global IT outage

AROUND half of GP surgeries in the Cumbrian region were affected by a major global IT outage - which left some patients unable to book appointments in the area. The major IT outage yesterday, which affected users around the world, was due to an

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Woman to complete 50 mile challenge for mountain rescue charity

A woman will soon be undertaking a 50-mile fell run challenge in aid of a mountain rescue team in Cumbria. Kath Laithwaite will start the Montane Lakeland 50 on July 27, starting in Dalemain and finishing in Coniston, to support Penrith Mountain