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Carlisle United confirm stand closures for Stoke cup clash
Carlisle United have announced that the East Stand and Warwick Road End will be closed to home fans at Brunton Park's first game of the season. The Blues host Championship side Stoke City in the Carabao Cup first round on Tuesday, August 13.
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Simmo: 'It's a hell of a change, it really is...'
Listen to Paul Simpson talking to the News & Star about Carlisle United's defeat to Rochdale, the latest on injuries and signings, and other key issues... Click on the Play button below to hear our interview with the Blues manager.
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'Still missing pace and creativity' - Blues fans on Rochdale defeat
Carlisle United fans gave us their views on social media platform X after the 2-1 pre-season defeat at Rochdale. Here's a selection of their comments: I am mindful that was a PSF, but that was very poor & there is clearly a lot of work still to
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Blue Light Day interrupted for coastguard by unmanned inflatable callout
Whitehaven Coastguard Rescue Team were called away from the Blue Light Day at the Marina to attend to an unmanned inflatable boat off St Bees Beach. Due to concerns that there could be a person in the water, crews were set out to retrieve the boat
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Latest from Carlisle United manager on loan decisions
Carlisle United manager Paul Simpson has suggested Workington Reds may have to wait to seal loan moves for some of the Blues’ youngsters. The Borough Park club hope to wrap up temporary moves for some of United’s teenage prospects ahead of the
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Shark sculpture at Bell's fishmongers in Carlisle named 'Fin Diesel'
A competition has been won to name a large sculpture of a shark at Bell’s Fishmonger in Carlisle. The award-winning fishmonger had been running a competition on social media to name the large sculpture which arrived at the shop last month.
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Dan Walker's 'greatest sporting achievement' at Cumbria crazy golf course
While the ‘greatest show on earth’ may be underway on the other side of the channel, TV’s Dan Walker has been involved in a competition in the Lakes to rival the Olympics. Dan Walker visited the Hope Park Crazy Golf centre in Keswick where he picked
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Council launch procurement process on £39million Healthy Child Programme
SENIOR councillors have agreed to start a competitive process of procurement for Cumberland Council's Healthy Child Programme. It is due to begin on April 1 next year, for a period of up to eight years, at a total value of up to £39 million.
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Cumberland Council to adopt a climate and nature strategy for North Cumbria
SENIOR councillors have this week voted in favour of adopting a proposed climate and nature strategy for north Cumbria. The decision was made at a meeting of Cumberland Council's executive committee at the Copeland Centre in Whitehaven on Tuesday
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The Beacon museum to host street art workshop with local creative
THE Beacon will be hosting a Street Art Workshop which is being organised by a local creative. Ian of Beardy Synergy will be running the class and giving his expert advice on creating street art. The group Beardy Synergy has created murals
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Cumbrian NHS staff clear up the misconceptions of schizophrenia
THE NHS in Cumbria is offering information and advice about schizophrenia. This is a type of mental illness that affects the way you think, feel, and behave. It is described as a severe condition, however it is manageable. Many people believe
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Luxurious home with scenic views hits the market
A four-bedroom home with views of the countryside is now available in the Eden Valley village of Bolton. The property, listed for a guide price of £625,000, resides within Herdwick Pastures, an 'exclusive development' of only four homes. Well-positioned
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Simpson: the 'big lesson' from Blues' defeat to Rochdale
Paul Simpson admitted Carlisle United lacked quality and "bravery" at Rochdale – but said a measured view should be taken of their pre-season defeat. A lacklustre Blues showing saw Simpson’s side lose 2-1 to their National League hosts. Carlisle
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Man walking length of the lakes for Fix the Fells charity
A man is hiking the length of the Lake District, in an epic 6-day journey, raising funds to care for the Lake District’s fragile landscapes. Shayan Nejad, began his adventure on Tuesday and will cover 112 kilometres and include over 6,600m of elevation
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Carlisle United expect to seal eighth summer signing
Carlisle United expect their eighth summer signing to be in the building in the coming days. Manager Paul Simpson says a Premier League loan player should join the squad in time for next Saturday’s friendly against Stockport County. A deal
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Scaleby Parish Council reveal plans for new look parish hall
A VILLAGE hall near Carlisle can be renovated and get a new extension after the plans were approved by planners at Cumberland Council. Scaleby Parish Council had applied for planning permission for the development at the parish hall in Scaleby.
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Training facilities at Stagecoach Carlisle depot approved by planners
PLANS to build new staff training facilities at a Stagecoach site in Carlisle have been approved by planners at Cumberland Council. The decision to grant planning permission was made on Wednesday (July 24) and, according to the decision notice,
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British blues band King King to perform at The Old Fire Station
BRITISH blues rock group King King is set to perform in Carlisle. The band will perform at The Old Fire Station on Sunday, October 20, with the show starting at 7.30pm. In a post on social media, The Old Fire Station wrote: "Throughout the
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The 6 best garden centres across Cumbria according to Google Reviews
For a lot of Brits, there is no better day out than a trip to the local garden centre. Wandering through a centre on the weekend, strolling past the flower beds and inhaling the explosion of smells truly soothes the soul. And let us not forget
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West Cumbrian coastguard team takes on practice rescue exercise
A WEST CUMBRIAN coastguard team took on a training exercise this week. Whitehaven Coastguard members were on the harbourside practicing different rescue scenarios. The scenarios involved a drowned casualty being recovered during a water rescue
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Carlisle stands above average in the UK for sports facilities per resident
Olympic athletes are often quick to praise the sporting opportunities they were given in their local areas as youngsters. With the 2024 Paris Olympics just around the corner, figures show how Carlisle stacks up when it comes to opportunities to
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Nearly £500 raised for Maryport Rescue thanks to local businesses
Nearly £500 has been raised for Maryport Rescue thanks to the efforts of local businesses in 'Cockermouth Charities Week'. The charity week ran from July 17 until July 22 and saw a number of local businesses getting involved to raise vital funds
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1,000 baby cannabis plants in car boot valued at £1m seized on M6 near Carlisle
A MAN has appeared in court after police stopped a vehicle on the M6 near Carlisle and found cannabis plants potentially worth around £1million. The city’s magistrates’ court heard on Friday afternoon that five cardboard boxes containing a total
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All of the area's that will affected by planned power cuts next week - postcode check
A NUMBER of planned power cuts are in place across Cumbria in the week ahead, as engineers work to improve the electricity network in the area. Here are all of the dates and places planned power cuts will take place throughout the week, according
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Historic four-bedroom Eden Valley property listed for sale
A four-bedroom home located in Lazonby, boasting stunning original features from the 1600s, is up for sale at £700,000. Kirk Neuk, a detached residence, offers a private atmosphere while sitting in just under half an acre of land in the centre
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NOSTALGIA: A look at the history of Lanercost Priory
FOR this Nostalgia edition we wanted to take a look at the history of Lanercost Priory. The building was founded by Augustinian canons in 1169, and over the years it has been devastated by many raids including one by Robert the Bruce. The foundation
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A colourful reminder to city dog owners from Cumberland Council
Cumberland Council is encouraging dog owners in the Heysham Park area of Carlisle to pick-up their dog poo. The council has painted informative stencils onto the pavement in Heysham Park which tell owners to "clean it up." The bright yellow
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Tullie to welcome back bubble expert this summer
Tullie are continuing to host summer holiday events despite the official reopening being delayed until Autumn. Next week, the Carlisle museum and art gallery will welcome back 'bubble master' Jesse Ward. Tullie said: "These shows sell out
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School pays tribute to 'dedicated' director of learning leaving after 23 years
A Brampton secondary school has paid tribute to its 'dedicated' teacher who is set to leave the school after 23 years. William Howard School has thanked Tracy Swan for the 'huge difference' she has made during her time at the school as its Sixth
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City's adult shop sold at auction
A retail unit on Carlisle's London Road has been sold at auction. The unit on 6 London Road, which has been trading at The Private Shop, went under the hammer for £56,000. The property, which was being marketed by Carigiet Cowen, was sold
