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Mellish is Mr Carlisle United on the pitch, and the Blues' MVP
A little experiment. Put the words ‘Jon Mellish hamstring’ into Google and see what comes up. Lots of news articles containing Carlisle United injuries, of course. But the h-word is usually connected to other players. Where Mellish is mentioned
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Former Carlisle United loan flop makes Championship move
Former Carlisle United loan striker Elias Sorensen has made a move to the Championship. The 24-year-old has signed for newly-promoted Portsmouth. Pompey have paid an undisclosed fee to Esbjerg to bring in the forward, who had a disappointing
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Why Carlisle United prospect missed latest friendly
Paul Simpson has explained the injury issue that forced Carlisle United prospect Aran Fitzpatrick to sit out the Blues’ latest friendly. The teenager was missing from the team sheet as the Blues lost 2-0 to Gateshead on Tuesday. While fellow
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Carlisle United star Mellish signs new deal with Blues
Carlisle United have awarded Jon Mellish a new deal - weeks after rejecting a bid for the long-serving favourite. Defender Mellish is now contracted to the Blues until the summer of 2027. He had already signed an extended deal the previous
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Former Carlisle United star Patrick signs for League Two rivals
Omari Patrick faces an early-season reunion with Carlisle United after signing for their League Two rivals Tranmere Rovers. He has joined the Wirral club on a one-year deal after impressing on trial. Patrick, 28, was a free agent after turning
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Cumberland Council to light up buildings to pay respect to Southport victims
Cumbria will pay its respect to all those affected by the tragic incident in Southport this week by lighting up landmarks. Three young girls have now sadly died, with others hospitalised by the horrific attack. As a mark of respect and solidarity
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'Aladdin's cave' of stock to be cleared at Carlisle shop ahead of refurb
A Carlisle shop is reopening again this weekend, offering huge discounts on a 'treasure trove of stock', before being refurbished into a commercial unit. Owners Claire and James Vince are offering locals possibly one last opportunity to delve
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Retro batmobile to feature at shopping centre's comic convention
A retro batmobile is set to feature at a Carlisle shopping centre's first-ever comic convention. The iconic vehicle from Tim Burton's Batman, which was released in 1989 and featured Michael Keaton as the caped crusader and Jack Nicholson as the
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Give your old items a new lease of life with these workshops
Sustainability focused workshops will teach people how to upcycle and make long-lasting items this summer. The Rebuild Site CIC, based in Kingstown, has a whole host of events planned for August that have a green theme. On August 8, people
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Emergency traffic measures in place on Honister Pass
Cumberland Council has implemented emergency temporary traffic management measures on Honister Pass, after a routine inspection revealed damage to a culvert. The affected area lies between the Slate Mine visitors centre and Seatoller Village.
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Brave Cumbrian Danny Hodgson suing Western Australia government
Brave Cumbrian Danny Hodgson, who suffered life-changing injuries in an attack that nearly killed him, is suing the Western Australian government. Former footballer Mr Hodgson is alleging negligence and breach of duty because his attacker was out
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Cleator Moor highway plans still open for public feedback
Residents, community groups, and businesses still have time to make their voices heard on the highway plans for Cleator Moor. An engagement event took place on July 30 at the Cleator Moor Civic Hall and Masonic Centre where proposals were showcased
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'It's not going to happen overnight' - Simmo on Carlisle United
Paul Simpson admits that restoring a winning culture to Carlisle United will not be an “overnight” fix. The Blues have one pre-season friendly remaining - at home to Stockport County tomorrow - after poor showings in their last two outings.
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Emergency temporary traffic management measures implemented at Honister Pass
Highways teams for Cumberland Council have implemented emergency temporary traffic management measures on Honister Pass following a routine inspection that revealed damage to a culvert. Effective immediately, the measures will include speed and
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Carlisle United to show first game of season on big screen at Brunton Park
Carlisle United are to show their first game of the season on the big screen at Brunton Park. The Blues have announced that the trip to Gillingham next Saturday will be screened live at a fan zone event. United are charging £5 entry and say
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Cumbrian clubs set for FA Cup action
Cumbrian clubs set off on the FA Cup trail this weekend. Penrith and Carlisle City are in action in the extra preliminary round of the famous knockout competition. City are in action tonight when they go to Whickham. Dan Kirkup’s side have
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Cathedral to host 'unique' Angels' View Tour of historic building
CARLISLE Cathedral is offering members of the public a special tour of the historic building. The Angels' View Tours offer the public the chance to climb the clerestory and see the Cathedral from a different perspective. The tour will take
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Hospice at Home West Cumbria to host Cake Off fundraising event
A LOCAL charity is encouraging people to take part in a fundraising event. Hospice at Home West Cumbria is encouraging members of the public to take part in the Great Hospice Cake Off. In a post on social media, Hospice at Home wrote: "Taking
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Former Workington Reds manager Tommy Cassidy dies
Football legend Tommy Cassidy, who managed Workington Reds for six years, has died. The former Newcastle United and Northern Ireland player was 73, and had been suffering from Alzheimer's Disease. An emotional tribute was posted on X by Mr
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New Carlisle United striker's goals for Bournemouth and Orient
AFC Bournemouth forward Daniel Adu-Adjei is Carlisle United's latest signing - so let's have a look at some of his finishing. The teenager's first loan spell came last season at Leyton Orient in League One. On the final day of the campaign, he
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Former Carlisle United man joins Annan after Workington Reds trial
Former Carlisle United prospect Charlie Barnes has rejoined Annan Athletic for a second spell. The right-sided defender had been on trial with Workington Reds earlier in pre-season. But Barnes has instead now opted to sign for Wullie Gibson's
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Cumbrian under-7s reach national football finals at St George's Park
Cumbrian junior football teams are set to play at St George’s Park after qualifying for the national finals of a tournament. Under-7 teams from Carlisle City, Penrith and Abbeytown will compete in the 3v3 finals at the national football centre
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How much could your state pension increase by next year?
Millions of pensioners could be set for a £655 increase in 2025. Under the triple lock – which guarantees an increase in line with average earnings, inflation or 2.5%, whichever is highest – pensioners would have been in line for a rise linked
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Shocking footage shows man trimming his beard while driving on a motorway
Shocking footage shows a van driver trimming his beard with clippers as he drives along a motorway. The motorist was captured taking both hands off the wheel to prune his facial hair with a pair of tin snips, normally used for cutting sheet metal
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10 bizarre UK laws you may have broken from flying a kite to handling a salmon
The majority of Brits have previously broken the law often without realising it, according to research. Some are more modern and well-known than others, with the likes of drunk driving and thievery being some of the most commonly broken laws.
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Barclays, Halifax, Lloyds and NatWest bank branches set to close this month
Hundreds of bank branches disappeared from the high street last year as they shut their doors for good, and a similar number set to shut in 2024. Among the nearly 200 locations set for closure this year are 45 UK bank branches that are shutting
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Coastguards partake in fisherman rescue scenario during training
Recent training by coastguards in Cumbria saw them engage in a mock scenario involving a fisherman overdue for returning home. This sparked a search during which he was found having taken a tumble off his bike, falling down a wall and embankment
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Man denies six allegations of online child sex offeding
A PENRITH man faces a crown Court trial over six charges arising out of his sexualised online communication with contacts whom prosecutors say he thought were children. Mark Merrick, 61, denies six allegations. During a brief hearing at Carlisle
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Child saved from sea thanks to 'quick thinking' of onlookers
Witnesses’ ‘quick thinking’ proved crucial to save a child from the sea. Whitehaven Coastguard said they were part of a multi-agency mission yesterday (August 1), which also involved Maryport Rescue, Workington Lifeboat, Cumbria Fire and Rescue
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Woman who assaulted police officer was living in graveyard
A HOMELESS Penrith woman racially abused and tried to kick a police officer who was trying to help her put on a shoe. Leanne Buckley, 31, who was sleeping rough in a Penrith graveyard, committed the offences while in drink, Carlisle’s Rickergate
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'Cracking' pub congratulated for 'Best Pub' shortlisting
WE shared the news that The Bridge End Inn has been nominated by News & Star readers as one of the ten finalists in its 'Best Pub 2024' award. We're highlighting the shortlisted pubs in our competition in the News & Star. Each of the establishments
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Our favourite camera club shots from members
Here are our favourite pictures from News & Star Camera Club members. These are the top three. Wastwater, shared by Craig Slater. Wastwater, shared by Craig Slater (Image: News and Star Facebook Camera Club) Mark Hetherington's image
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Breaking news updates from Cumbria on Friday, August 2
1:17pm Lorry crash on motorway Scene of the crash on the M6 (Image: Supplied) A crash involving a lorry and a
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Family-run garden centre on the market as owners plan retirement
A FAMILY-RUN garden centre that was established over 20 years ago is coming to the market ahead of the owners' retirement plans. Plumpton's The Pot Place Garden Centre, started by Paul Thomas and Kevin Roper, has been placed on the market by property
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Charity conned by "fake agency workers" expresses shock at fraudulent documents
A CHARITY conned into hiring agency workers who presented fake qualification certificates to gain work has described being “shocked” by the crime — and says its commitment to vulnerable users remains unwavering. Carlisle Crown Court heard how Walsingham
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£500,000 funding boost for rural communities
A £500,000 boost for community-led organisations in Cumbria and neighbouring Northumberland has been announced. The funding programme to help 'Power Up' rural communities was announced this week by The Royal Countryside Fund, in partnership with
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North Cumbrian teacher guilty of voyeurism and 'revenge porn' offences
A FORMER north Cumbrian teacher who secretly filmed a woman as he was having sex with her has been warned he could be jailed. After a four-day trial at Carlisle Crown Court, a jury returned unanimous guilty verdicts on four voyeurism allegations
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Meet the finalists: The Wellington Inn, Great Orton
WE'RE highlighting the shortlisted pubs in our competition in the News & Star. Each of the establishments will be featured over the following issues. The Wellington Inn has been nominated by News & Star readers as one of the ten finalists in its
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Cumbrian young readers hone skills thanks to new initiative
A new reading initiative has been launched to help West Cumbrian schools to 'raise standards'. The WELL (Western Excellence in Learning and Leadership) project aims to provide support to young readers in the region and improve their reading abilities
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Hospice head takes on voluntary role at city cathedral
The chief executive at Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw Cumbria’s Children’s Hospice has taken on a new role as the lay safeguarding lead at Carlisle Cathedral. Born and raised in Carlisle, Julie Clayton's career has seen her work at the BBC and
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Wild swimming: How to tell if water is safe and clean enough to swim in
WITH the weather getting warmer, many people will be tempted to swim in a river, lake, or sea. Wild swimming has many health benefits, but there can also be risks. Luckily Kailpot Crag, Ullswater, Cumbria, has been listed among the best in
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GP disruption likely in Cumbria after doctors vote for collective action
Disruption to surgeries across Cumbria could be on the way after GPs across England have voted overwhelmingly in favour of taking collective action. More than 8,500 GPs in England took part in the ballot and 98.3 per cent voted in favour of taking
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Michael Portillo pops into Carlisle cafe for a brew
A Carlisle coffee shop was 'delighted' to welcome politician turned TV presenter, Michael Portillo, in for a brew. The former Conservative MP and cabinet member, who fronts the BBC history and travel series 'Great British Railway Journeys', visited
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NOSTALGIA: Cumbrians celebrate their love of majestic owls
FOR this Nostalgia edition we wanted to focus on International Owl Awareness Day. The day aims to celebrate one of the most iconic bird species and raise awareness to their plight in the wild and what we can all do to help protect them. The
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Guided walk to cover 10 miles of stunning Cumbrian countryside
A free guided walk covering 10 miles of stunning Cumbrian countryside will be held this weekend. The Friends of the Settle to Carlisle Line, one of England’s most scenic railway journeys, will run the guided Kirkby Humdinger walk from Kirkby Stephen
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Beams for CSLR footbridge lifted into place in 'significant milestone' for project
The beams for the new Brisco Footbridge on the Carlisle Southern Link Road (CSLR) were lifted into place this week in a ‘significant milestone’ for the project. The CSLR will connect Junction 42 of the M6 with the A595 to the west. The route will
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Stars in Their Eyes-themed music night to be held later this year
A night of music themed after the TV show Stars in Their Eyes will come to Carlisle later this year. Featuring local bands like TBK, Droll Man, Loser, and Home Truths, the event will take place at The Brickyard on December 28. A promo for the
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Carlisle to welcome Fleetwood Mac tribute later this year
A popular tribute to iconic band Fleetwood Mac is set to perform in Carlisle later this year. Scotland’s number one Fleetwood Mac tribute will return to Carlisle for a fourth year following sell out shows at The Brickyard in 2021, 2022 and 2023
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Coroner warns risk of future deaths after cancer patient took his own life
A CORONER has raised concerns over the provision of mental health services for terminally ill patients – after a man with advanced cancer took his own life. Stephen Lindsay, 71, was discovered dead by a neighbour at his home on Solway View in Tallentire
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Rest Under the Stars art display comes to city Cathedral
THE Rest Under the Stars display is now back at Carlisle Cathedral. The art display has been put together at the Cathedral by Prism Arts. This project first began in 2022 and has developed each year since. The art display (Image: Carlisle
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Cumbrian coastal towns feature in top 10 cheapest areas to buy a home
Maryport and Workington have been named as two of the cheapest seaside towns to live in the UK, in a recent report by Rightmove. The study assessed the top 10 most expensive and cheapest areas, determined by the average price of a home, with Maryport
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Father and son to run all Workington festival races to support local boxing clubs
A father and son duo are set to take on all of the races at the Workington Festival of Running in order to raise funds for local amateur boxing clubs. Alan and Elliot Murray will take on every event at the festival which is set to take place on
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Seafood lovers rejoice - Taste of the Sea festival is back
The Taste of the Sea festival returns to Maryport's historic harbourside this month. The festival, organised by Taste Cumbria, will be back for its fourth outing on August 10 and 11 - with a promise that it will be bigger and better than previous
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Primary school offering 'amazing opportunity' to become new school cook
A primary school is offering an 'amazing opportunity' as it searches for a new school cook. Lanercost CofE Primary School is searching for a 'dedicated person' to take up the role. This comes after the school was awarded its latest 'Outstanding
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Theatre by the Lake marks 25th birthday with star-studded photo exhibition
Dame Judi Dench and Lord Melvyn Bragg are among those being featured in a new exhibition for Cumbria's Theatre by the Lake. The theatre asked award-winning Cumbrian photographer Amy Bateman to capture the significant contributors to the venue in
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Carlisle healthcare assistant to tackle skydive after life-saving surgeries
A Carlisle healthcare assistant is set to take on a skydive to raise money for a local children's charity after undergoing two life-saving surgeries in the past year. Carley Hunter is fundraising through JustGiving for Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw
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RAF veteran searching for family of Carlisle RAF pilot killed in plane crash in 1944
A retired RAF Squadron Leader from Carlisle is searching for any relatives of his great uncle who died in a plane crash in North Yorkshire in 1944. December 18 will mark the 80th anniversary of the crash of Halifax MZ538, in which Carlisle man,
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M6 drivers warned of delays ahead of 'wide load' movement
MOTORISTS on the M6 this weekend are being warned about potential delays and disruptions due to a 'wide load' being transported north of Carlisle. The National Highways has issued a warning to drivers travelling through Lancashire and Cumbria
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Dan Kirkup: 'At Carlisle United I had to buy Dennis Booth's fags every day...'
“For the first couple of weeks, I was driving home from training thinking, ‘What have I done? What the hell am I doing here?’” says Dan Kirkup, smiling at the instant madness of life as a football manager. Kirkup, who was on Carlisle United’s professional
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Carlisle author holds successful book signing and entertainment event
An author of self-help books held a successful fundraising event of music and entertainment last month. Carlisle woman Judith Cook’s most recent book and second in her bibliography, The Gift of Human Kindness, focused on the small things other
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Bells fishmongers have "immense sense of pride" after double award win
A Carlisle fishmongers has spoken of its ‘immense sense of achievement, pride and honour’ after being crowned fishmonger of the year in two separate awards. Bells fishmongers in Carlisle has been crowned Fishmongers of the Year by both the National
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Hardwicke Circus confirm December tour dates ahead of annual Carlisle gig
Carlisle's Hardwicke Circus, the rising stars of the British rock scene, are set to embark on an electrifying UK tour this December. Known for their dynamic live performances and infectious energy, the band is gearing up to deliver a series of
