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Carlisle United boss close to loan decisions

Carlisle United boss Paul Simpson is closer to decisions on loaning out some of his young players. Teenage prospects such as Sam Hetherington, Jake Allan and Aran Fitzpatrick could be in the mix for temporary moves. Fitzpatrick is still nursing

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Carlisle United manager names captain for new season

Charlie Wyke will captain Carlisle United in the 2024/25 season. Manager Paul Simpson has handed the armband to the striker who rejoined the club as their major summer signing. The decision was confirmed four days ahead of the new League Two

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Gillingham snap up midfielder ahead of Carlisle United opener

Carlisle United's opponents Gillingham have made a new signing days before they host the Blues on the opening day of the season. Attacking midfielder Euan Williams has joined Mark Bonner's squad in the build-up to Saturday's curtain-raiser against

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Cumberland Council agrees plan to progress directors' pay

COUNCILLORS have agreed how Cumberland Council's directors' and assistant directors' pay will be progressed. Members of the authority's staffing committee met at the Civic Centre in Carlisle on Tuesday (August 6) to consider a total of three options

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Siblings to embark on cycle challenge for lifesaving charity

A Cumbrian family will embark on a cycling challenge to raise money for a charity close to the heart of their community. The Moore family, from Maryport, will cycle 10 miles this year for Maryport Rescue, a lifeboat charity. Louise Moore, a

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Carlisle Cathedral's bell ringers celebrated after latest achievement

Carlisle Cathedral has welcomed a new cohort of bell ringers after they earned a qualification. The iconic Carlisle Cathedral has 33 tower members, and all 12 bells have been rung for services every Sunday in 2024. New recruits were celebrated

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Drink-driver got behind wheel of camper van after watching England Euro final

A DRINK-DRIVER got behind the wheel of a camper van after he had been out watching England play in the Euro finals, a court heard. Police received a report of a two-vehicle road traffic collision on Keekle Terrace in the early hours of Monday,

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Remembering Hiroshima: the atomic bombing and its impact

Today is Hiroshima Day – marking the anniversary of the dropping of the atomic bomb on the Japanese city – and we’re looking back on its impact on Cumbria and the wider world. A message of condolence to the bereaved (Image: Lindsey Dickings)

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Released Carlisle United striker Maguire finds new club

Former Carlisle United forward Sean Maguire has a new club. The ex-Blues attacker has returned to Ireland to sign for Cork City. It sees Maguire return to the club where he had a spell from 2016 to 2017. He moves on as a free agent after

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Carlisle's Green Room to perform Legally Blonde the musical next year

Carlisle's Green Room Club are set to perform the Legally Blonde musical next year, and are holding open auditions to join the show this month.  The theatre group confirmed on social media that the musical will run in May 2025, and preparations

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Carlisle United boss gives update on midfielder's injury lay-off

Sidelined Carlisle United midfielder Ethan Robson has received a boost with the news he does not need to go under the knife. There had been concerns that Robson would require surgery on the hamstring injury which has ruled him out of the opening

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Tribute paid to much loved theatre worker who was 'friend to all' after sudden death

TRIBUTES have been paid to a much-loved West Cumbrian theatre worker who has passed away suddenly - as the 'heartbroken' venue open a book of condolence. Laura Payne, who worked at the Carnegie Theatre in Workington died suddenly, the venue announced

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Penrith park recognised as one of UK's best with Green Flag award

Castle Park in Penrith has officially been recognised as one of the country’s best parks after winning a prestigious Green Flag Award, the international quality mark for parks and green spaces. The Award marks a double celebration for Westmorland

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Off-duty paramedic jailed over death crash caused by using mobile while driving

AN OFF-DUTY paramedic from Penrith caused a fatal accident on the M6 Motorway because he was distracted by his phone. At Carlisle Crown Court, a judge jailed 27-year-old Jesse Rees for 40 months following his guilty plea at an earlier hearing to

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Teenager's act of kindness at cemetery warms hearts

A Penrith teenager has been praised for an act of kindness that has warmed hearts after he took it upon himself to water wilted flowers in a cemetery while visiting his grandmother's grave. Robbie Felton, 15, accompanying his sister KT, was at

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Football freestyler to show off tricks and skills at Tullie

Tullie is continuing to run summer events despite not officially being open, and the popular museum and art gallery will host a professional football freestyler this week. Scottish talent Ross Brown is set to host a number of events in Carlisle

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City MP shares her ambitions for her first year in office

Carlisle's MP has shared what she hopes to achieve in her first year in office. Julie Minns, the city's new Labour MP, will aiming to make progress on three key areas in the first year of her five-year tenure.  These three areas represent a

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Young entrepreneurs showcase hope for the future

YOUNG entrepreneurs showcased their innovation and environmental awareness in a unique Cumbria-wide competition. Schools from Cumbria Education Trust (CET) were competing in the Innovate Final, where young minds gathered to present their visionary

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Simpson sets out Carlisle United set-piece goal target for new season

Paul Simpson wants Carlisle United to score in the region of 20 goals from set-pieces in the new season. Simpson says such a tally would go a long way to helping the Blues have a successful season. United hope to have increased their set-piece

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Readers enjoy Devonshire Street party

WE shared the news that after nearly six months of regeneration work, Carlisle's Devonshire Street marked its official opening with a party event last weekend. Cumberland Council welcomed hundreds of visitors, including new MP Julie Minns, to the

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Two men arrested after cannabis farm discovered

Two people have been arrested after police found a cannabis farm with around 1,000 plants. Cumbria police said they found the farm at a property on Lowther Street, Whitehaven, after officers conducted a warrant at the property earlier this morning

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How can I reduce my council tax bill? You could claim 100 per cent back - see how

If you are responsible for paying the Council Tax and you are on a low income, you may be able to get help with some or all of your Council Tax bill. You’ll get a discount on your bill only if you’re eligible. But who is eligible and how does

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UK homes could be due a £169 TV Licence refund - are you eligible?

UK households could be due a refund worth up to £169.50 on the cost of their TV Licence. Every household in the UK is legally required to have a TV licence in order to watch or record live TV, regardless of what channel it is on. However, you

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See the best News & Star Camera Club shots

WE picked some of the best News & Star Camera Club images from our members. Here are the top three. Angela Johnson's shot of two cats fighting over a knitting bag. Angela Johnson's shot of two cats fighting over a knitting bag (Image:

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Carlisle school's success with WELL and Talk Boost projects

A scheme to improve outcomes for pupils, especially those facing disadvantage, has made a difference to a Carlisle school. Thursby School has been using the Western Excellence in Learning and Leadership (WELL) project, funded by Sellafield Ltd

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DWP could pay you £737 a month if you have one of these mental health conditions

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will pay people £737 a month if they suffer from certain mental health conditions.  Over 1.3 million people across Britain were claiming Personal Independence Payment (PIP) for psychiatric disorders by

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The 9 illegal plants that could land you with a £30,000 fine

Gardeners have been warned to keep an eye out for nine illegal plants that could cost them thousands of pounds in fines this summer. Whether you are a keen gardener or a casual one, it is important to be aware of these plants which could land you

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Drivers issued warning over commonly believed speed camera myth

A widely believed speed camera myth could land you in trouble with police, drivers in the UK have been warned. A motoring expert has lifted the lid on whether the commonly held belief that drivers can go ten per cent over the speed limit is true

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Two ill-equipped and lost walkers helped by farmer

Two ill-equipped walkers were helped by a farmer after getting lost. Wasdale Mountain Rescue Team (WMRT) said they received a brief call from the police at 8.25pm on August 4 about the walkers having arrived at an Eskdale farm. The pair had

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Man in Scout group stretchered to safety after ankle injury

Mountain rescuers were deployed to a Scout group after someone injured their ankle. Keswick Mountain Rescue Team (KMRT) said they were called out at 12.22pm on August 4 to Middle How, Wythburn, after a 24-year-old man in a Scout group went over

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Carlisle East Fire Station welcomes thousands for 'fantastic' annual open day

Carlisle East Fire Station held its annual station open day last weekend, attracting over 1000 visitors from across the county. On Saturday 3 August, from 11am until 3pm, volunteers and crew members at the fire station hosted a day of family fun

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Drink driver got separated from Carlisle 'hen party'

A WOMAN got behind the wheel after drinking after she became separated from fellow hen party guests, a court heard. Police were called to an address on Warwick Road on July 7 by residents who reported a vehicle not known to them which was parked

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New season of concerts announced by Royal Northern Sinfonia

Classical music fans are in for a treat as a new season of concerts by Royal Northern Sinfonia and a lineup of visiting artists has been announced for The Sands Centre for 2024/25.  The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra will set the ball rolling

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Man in court accused of historic child sex offences

A MAN has appeared in court accused of historic child sex offences. Keith Taylor, 65, of Greta Gardens, Crow Park Road, Keswick, indicated not guilty pleas to four charges when he appeared before Workington Magistrates’ Court on Monday. Taylor

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Man arrested after ferrets reported stolen

A MAN has been arrested after a woman reported that her ferrets were stolen. Cumbria Police said the woman contacted them at 7.45am on Thursday, August 1. They arrested a 22-year-old man on suspicion of theft and threatening to damage or destroy

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Josh MacAlister MP to be guest speaker at the Stars of Tomorrow Ball

Newly elected Josh MacAlister MP has been announced as the guest speaker for the Stars of Tomorrow Ball. This highly anticipated event, taking place at Energus in Workington on September 6, promises to be a memorable evening. Mr MacAlister,

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Shopping centre 'thrilled' after hosting first ever comic convention

A Carlisle shopping centre has said that it is 'thrilled' after hosting its first-ever comic convention.  The Lanes Shopping Centre hosted 'Lanes Con' on Saturday, August 3 along Peascod Lane and East Tower Lane.  The event featured a comic

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Extra Pretty as P!NK show added due to popular demand

DUE to popular demand, an extra date has been added for the UK's official P!NK tribute band in Carlisle. Pretty as P!NK, fronted by Lorraine Colville and featured in the BBC documentary Pink Dreams, will be adding a gig at the Old Fire Station

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Father and son raise over £600 for local boxing clubs at Workington running festival

A father and son duo have raised nearly £700 pounds for local amateur boxing clubs by completing every race at the 2024 Workington Festival of Running.  Alan Murray and his teenage son Elliot took on every event at the festival that took place

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Stagecoach receives formal warning over bus services

STAGECOACH has received a formal warning over failure to sufficiently operate numerous bus services throughout Cumbria.  A public inquiry, held on April 30, raised complaints from members of the public and Parliament leading to a subsequent Driver

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Villagers to bloom for Cumbria in national floral showdown

One village will represent all of Cumbria in a national horticultural competition later this month. Wreay, south of Carlisle, has been selected as Cumbria’s entrant for the Britain in Bloom finals this year. Organised by the Royal Horticultural

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Firm that's finding success on home turf

A SPORTS pitch manufacturer is aiming to produce one million square metres of artificial turf every year as it invests in new machinery and takes on extra staff. SIS Pitches, based at Glasson Industrial Estate, Maryport, is entering its busiest

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Five bedroomed semi detached property in popular part of town now on the market

A DESIRABLE semi-detached property has gone on the market in West Cumbria.  This five-bedroomed house on Loop Road, Whitehaven, comes with two bathrooms and three reception rooms and is on the market for offers over £260,000.  It is within

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Major EV charging company brings chargers to Carlisle Racecourse

EVC, a major electric vehicle (EV) charging company, is partnering with The Jockey Club to bring EV charging to Carlisle Racecourse. The move is part of the racecourse's goal to become carbon-neutral by 2027. More than 100 charging points will

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'Perfect storm' of roadworks impacting businesses in the city

City traders have spoken of the impact that roadworks and regeneration work have had on their businesses in July. Cumberland Council is currently undertaking works in the city centre and around the outskirts of Carlisle that are aimed at regenerating

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Major revamp of Cumberland Building Society branch nears completion

The Cumberland Building Society is to unveil its revamped flagship branch in Carlisle, backed by a significant investment. The English Street branch will relaunch on October 14, following a comprehensive refurbishment. The project faced delays

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Carlisle's new MP outlines key issues to focus on for the next five years

Carlisle's MP has set out her agenda and the key issues for the next five years which includes growing the city's economy and getting involved in nuclear manufacturing. Julie Minns will focus on a number of issues affecting constituents both within

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Fully fitted Carlisle fish and chip shop goes up for sale

A fully fitted Carlisle fish and chip shop has gone up for sale for £75,000. The Stanwix Chippy, which is located on Scotland Road, has been trading as a fish and chip shop since the 1920s and is now available to be taken over by new owners. 

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Clothes swap event aims to promote sustainable fashion

Cumberland citizens have been invited to donate items for a clothes swapping event targeting care-experienced young people. The event, which is being held on September 27 during Sustainable Fashion Week, aims to encourage more sustainable fashion

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Carlisle United fans predict where Blues will finish in 2024/25

Carlisle United fans are in optimistic mood ahead of the new season - predicting a play-off finish for the Blues in 2024/25. We canvassed the Blue Army on social media to see how hopeful they were in the build-up to the League Two campaign.

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Firm enters liquidation after church contract terminated

A firm, previously contracted to restore a church in West Cumbria, has entered voluntary liquidation.  Aura Heritage Ltd was hired to restore the Grade II-listed Christ Church in Maryport ahead of its reopening as a new maritime museum. Cumberland