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Bookies reveal latest odds for struggling Carlisle United
Bookmakers are still cool on the prospect of Carlisle United being relegated. Despite the Cumbrians now sitting at the bottom of League Two, several other sides are rated more likely to go down. The Cumbrians remain as long as 13/2 with some
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Dog stretchered off Lake District fell after losing use of back legs
A dog was stretchered off a Lake District fell after losing the use of its back legs. Keswick Mountain Rescue Team were called out to rescue the Alaskan Malamute on Tuesday, October 15 after the dog had lost the use of its legs on Walla Crag.
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Lakes Hospitality Trade Show marketing grants up for grabs
Cumbria’s longest-running trade show is giving the organisers of much-loved visitor events a helping hand with their marketing, with the launch of its 2025 grants scheme. The Lakes Hospitality Trade Show 2025 is awarding marketing grants of
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'Being in the kitchen felt natural to me'
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 Stephen Green of Derwent Walker in Keswick What is your current role and what does it involve
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Am I legally allowed to fill in potholes myself on UK roads? Here is the law
Potholes are everywhere with many of these lingering for weeks, months and even years. In recent times, many have started to fill in potholes themselves after becoming tired of the state of the roads. If you've ever considered filling in potholes
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Remembering pasta: how we filled our plates with the Italian favourite
Tomorrow is National Pasta Day, so we’re reminiscing about the Italian staple that’s become standard in the UK. Many historians credit Marco Polo with introducing pasta to Italy after discovering it on his travels to China in 1271. Chef
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Council to consider proposed budget strategy
COUNCILLORS are due to consider Cumberland Council's proposed budget strategy for 2025 to 2026 at a meeting next month. Members of the authority's executive committee agreed the document at a meeting at Cumbria House on Tuesday (October 15) and
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Pensioners affected by winter fuel payment cut targeted in loft insulation scam
A consumer choice group has warned elderly homeowners who may be impacted by the winter fuel payment cut of a new scam targeting them. Which? has claimed that fraudsters are claiming to be from fake companies like UK Energy Hub and UK Eco Home
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See all the flood alerts in place across Cumbria
SEE all of the flood warnings that are currently in place across Cumbria. A number of flood warnings have been put in place across the county in the wake of 'heavy rain' and 'thundery downpours'. According to the Met Office, heavy rain on
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Find out which roads are closed in Carlisle as of today - a round-up
WHILE work is carried out on various parts of central Carlisle and beyond, here is a round-up of the current road closures in force around the city and its environs, according to the Cumberland Council website: West Tower Street - Closed from October
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Carlisle United defender sidelined - but midfielder set to return
Archie Davies is the latest Carlisle United player to be sidelined – but Ethan Robson is set to return. Wing-back Davies has a shoulder injury that looks set to rule him out of this weekend’s clash with Harrogate Town. He is set to see a specialist
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Cumbrian MP and former Prime Minister call for dual carriageway project to go ahead
A Cumbrian MP and a former Prime Minister have written a cross-party letter to the Prime Minister calling for the government to commit to the A66 dual carriageway project. Tim Farron, MP for Westmorland and Lonsdale, and Rishi Sunak, MP for Richmond
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Carlisle roads to be 'assessed' after police receive safety complaints
THREE roads are set to be 'assessed' flowing safety complaints to Carlisle Police. Sycamore Lane, Hunters Crescent, and Garlands Roads will be the subject of an assessment by Cumberland Council following a meeting on Wednesday, October 16 that
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Police appeal for sightings of missing 75-year-old man from Carlisle
CUMBRIA Police are appealing for sightings of the missing 75-year-old man Harry Smith from Carlisle. Harry was last seen on Sunday, October 13, and is described as 5ft 8in tall, slight build, and bald. A Cumbria Police spokesperson said:
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Farm visit and workshop on benefits of hedgerows and trees
FARMERS in the Lowther and Eden Valley are being encouraged to attend a farm visit and workshop to deepen their understanding of the role and benefits of hedgerows and trees on their farm. Hosted and funded by Cumbria Connect as part of the Endangered
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Carlisle United boss 'encouraged' by Guy comeback
Mike Williamson says he is “really encouraged” by Callum Guy’s return to action as the Carlisle United midfielder builds towards his first start after injury. The influential Guy has made two substitute appearances since making his long-awaited
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Carlisle United team-mates reunite in 21-mile walk for hero Joe
Four former Carlisle United players – plus their manager – reunited for a special walk in support of “superstar” Joe Thompson. Michael Raynes, Luke Joyce, Jason Kennedy and Dan Hanford were joined by Keith Curle for a 21-mile walk on Saturday.
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Carlisle Racecourse set for start of jumps season
Carlisle Racecourse say they are “all systems go” for the jumps season which gets under way this week. After the end of the flat season, a busy winter of racing over fences is about to begin. There are 13 fixtures over both hurdles and fences
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Cumbrian playwright's dark comedy production kicks off this month
A Cumbrian playwright’s new production of a darkly comic anthology will kick off later this month. Hannah Sowerby, from Appleby and formerly of the Penrith Players theatre company, wrote the anthology play Doomgate with Jamie McLeish and Lynne
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Woman receives cuts and bruises following assault on bus in Egremont
Police are appealing for witnesses to an assault that occurred on a bus Monday, October 14 It occurred on the number 30 3:10pm bus at the Egremont Cemetery bus stop at around 4pm. The incident involved man and a woman assaulting another woman
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Police investigate alleged 'hate incident' at Carlisle McDonald's
Police investigating a racially-aggravated public order offence have released images of a woman they wish to identify who could assist with their enquiries. On Monday, September 30 at approximately 6.15am in McDonald’s, Scotch Street, Carlisle
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UPDATED: Jurors in Carlisle murder trial sent away until Monday
JURORS in the Jack Crawley murder trial at Carlisle Crown Court have been sent home after they failed to deliver any verdicts. They will resume their deliberations on Monday. Crawley, 20, has admitted the manslaughter of 56-year-old Cumberland
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'True spirit' - brave teenager Jack receives special award
Judging awards can be a tricky task. In the case of Jack Musgrave, though, the decision was not a difficult one. And it all comes down to that profound word: spirit. Jack’s story is well known but never loses its power: the young, Carlisle United-mad
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It’s Rhode vs Rare Beauty in Aldi’s newest dupes – but are they worth buying?
Long gone are the days of matte liquid lipsticks and lip liner, now it’s all about natural soft buttery touch or glossy moisturising looks. Practically every top beauty brand is selling some tip of soft matte or fancy lip balm, with many setting
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'Check your change': This is the penny worth 'at least £150,000'
Coin collectors have been alerted to a penny coin worth “at least £150,000”. The penny is one of the rarest coins ever produced according to experts, who say if you have one “you are rich”. It is a pre-decimal penny from 1933 and only seven
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'Start now': Martin Lewis six month warning of 'most lucrative' thing you can do
Martin Lewis has issued a “six-month warning” to thousands of people, urging them to do the “most lucrative” thing they can do. People have until April 5, 2025, to make voluntary National Insurance contributions and maximise their State Pension
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When do the clocks change in 2024 and why?
With winter drawing in, the days are getting shorter and shorter and November is fast approaching. To make up for the shortening days, the clocks will go back across the UK to give us an extra hour of much needed sunlight as we approach the darker
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Dog owners warned amid outbreaks of fatal Parvovirus - signs and symptoms
Pet owners have been warned to keep an eye out for Parvovirus - a severe illness that can prove fatal to dogs. Just one month ago an animal rescue centre in Warwickshire was forced to close temporarily following an outbreak. The virus attacks
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Five people including two children die in tragic M6 crash
Five people have died and a child remains in hospital with 'serious injuries' following a fatal collision on the M6 near Tebay. The M6 was closed for more than 12 hours as officers conducted a collision investigation. Officers were called
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Breaking news and traffic updates from across Cumbria for October 16
8:19am Five people have died and a child remains in hospital with 'serious injuries' following a fatal collision on the
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How much state pensions are set to rise in April as Government 'face £100m bill'
Pensions are set to rise in April next year as the Government is facing an extra £100 million bill following revised figures published on Tuesday, a former pensions minister has said. Under the triple lock guarantee, the state pension increases
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Home and garden retailer to open in Cumbrian shopping centre
A MAJOR home and garden retailer is set to open a new store in a Cumbrian shopping centre, creating more than 50 jobs. The Range, a UK home, leisure and garden retailer, is coming to Dunmail Park in Workington, the owners of the shopping centre
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Hard work and dedication pays off for NCIC staff who win industry award
THE Healthcare People Management Association (HPMA) have celebrated its 50th year with their annual conference and awards ceremony. North Cumbria Integrated Care was shortlisted for three awards, and came home with two of them. The first award
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Penrith community group 'incredibly proud' as it celebrates one-year anniversary
A Penrith community group has said that it is 'incredibly proud' as it celebrates its one-year anniversary. The Purple Footprint Project, which has a team of seven people, was launched in Penrith on October 9, 2023, and in the year since its creation
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Taste Cumbria Cockermouth brought in £2.2m for economy
The 2024 Taste Cumbria food festival in Cockermouth brought in £2.2 million for the local economy, according to independent research. The event, which took place on the last weekend of September, drew more than 25,000 visitors to the town.
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82-year-old praises 'amazing care' and Carlisle people after traumatic fall
AN 82-year-old woman from Blackpool has praised the ‘amazing care’ she received during a recent stint at a Carlisle hospital. Norma Warren was spending the day in the city after taking the scenic train from Grange-over-Sands when she suffered a
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Celebrate arts and culture in Whitehaven at free weekend event
Arts and culture will be celebrated in Whitehaven at a free event at the end of October. The Whitehaven Cultural Fringe Fest will be held at The Solway Hall from Friday October 25 to Sunday October 27. It's going to be a weekend packed full
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Village pub owners celebrate 16 years since takeover
THE owners of The Wheatsheaf Inn, Wetheral are celebrating 16 years since their takeover of the village pub. Graham and Lynne Watt took over The Wheatsheaf Inn in October 2008 as tenants before becoming the pub's owners in 2009. Since the
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Care home hosting monthly dementia support café
A Carlisle care home is inviting people in the community to attend its monthly dementia café. Lanercost House Care Home will hold the café on the first Wednesday of each month, starting November 6 from 10.30am to 12pm, and is for people who support
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Tap A Taxi working with Carlisle Foodbank to deliver supplies this winter
A taxi service is working with Carlisle foodbank to deliver essential supplies this winter. Tap A Taxi, the Carlisle-based taxi service similar to Uber, launched in the city in December 2023 and has announced that it will be working directly with
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Almost 100,000 fit notes given to patients in north Cumbria according to new figures
Almost 100,000 fit notes were handed out to patients in north Cumbria last year, new figures show. A fit note, which excuses someone from work due to sickness, can be issued after seven days of sickness absence if a doctor decides a patient’s health
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Create art and enjoy a cup of coffee at this new city café
Residents can tap into their creative side whilst enjoying a cup of coffee at Carlisle's newest café and bar. Sketch and Sip, based on Carlyle's Court, is a unique café with a colourful and artistic vibe that encourages visitors to create something
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New women's over 35s football dates announced by Cumberland FA
THE Cumberland FA have announced a number of new dates for women's over 35s football in the county. The Cumberland FA has announced a series of new 'Turn up and Just Play' sessions that will take place in October and November. The sessions
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Family of man who ended life in Switzerland support assisted dying bill
THE daughter of a Cumbrian man who travelled to Switzerland to end his life is calling for a change in the law as MPs consider an assisted dying bill. John Hawkins, 66, who is originally from Whitehaven, chose to end his life at Dignitas on September
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Rosley to welcome performance from Irish musician
Declan Nerney is set to return to Rosley to perform on October 27. The popular Irish Country Music Hall of Fame singer, renowned for his showmanship and unique 'Nerney' big band sound, will showcase his talent in the village. Mr Nerney, who
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Caldew School gets £10m to create educational excellence hub
A Carlisle school has been awarded £10 million to create a centre of educational excellence. Caldew School, in Dalston, will receive the sum over the next 10 years from The Cumberland Support Trust, provided the school meets the agreed outcomes
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Art group in Carlisle aiming to create 'safe space' for mums
AN art group in Carlisle is aiming to create a 'safe space' for local mums. The group, named 'Art Group for Mums', was launched by Carlisle mum Ren Bell in August as a social space for local mothers to get creative. The group is now heading
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Factory breached environmental permit 40 times in five years
A factory, alleged to be the source of an ongoing odour issue, breached or failed to comply with the terms of its environmental permit 40 times in the last five years. These breaches by Omega Proteins, an animal rendering plant in Penrith, were
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Comet spotted over Cumbria for first time in 80,000 years
Eagle-eyed stargazers from across Cumbria have manged to catch a glimpse of a comet which was last visible in the sky more than 80,000 years ago. The A3 comet, also known as Tsuchinshan-Atlas, was first visible from the UK on Saturday evening and
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Former chief constable to be honoured at Carlisle Cathedral
The first woman to lead Cumbria Constabulary is set to be recognised at a special ceremony in November. Carlisle-born Michelle Skeer OBE QPM, who retired from the county's police force in 2023 after more than 30 years of service, will be honoured
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Festive wreath making workshop to take place in Carlisle this Christmas
A festive wreath-making workshop is set to take place in Carlisle this Christmas. The event, which is being run by crafts group Colourful Creators, will take place at Petteril Bank Community Hall on Burnett Road on Friday, November 29, and Saturday
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Family-run business ready to open new Carlisle showroom
A family-run business in Carlisle has announced the grand opening of its new and larger showroom. Husband and wife, Sarah and Mike Moore will be taking Homeplan Kitchens, Bedrooms, and Bathrooms from its original home at the old Pagoda nightclub
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Former gold mine worker drowned after falling into water at Marina - inquest
A FORMER steel rigger who had lived a 'colourful life' died after falling into the water at Whitehaven Marina on the way to his boat where he lived with his dogs, an inquest has heard. Stephen Mark Curwen, 63, was retrieved from Whitehaven Marina
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Anti-racism group to host talk on rising far-right violence
An anti-racism activist group is welcoming the editor of a left-wing newspaper for a talk in an effort to promote organisation against the far right. Carlisle Against Racism has raised concerns over a recent surge in violent attacks targeting Black
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Owner of Cumbrian department store and shopping centre dies aged 89
A WELL-respected businessman and Rotarian has passed away aged 89. Donald Dixon, owner of Dixons Department Store in Whitehaven and Dunmail Park in Workington, died on October 8. Mr Dixon took over his father William's furniture business, which
