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Williamson: 'There's a possibility - we're speaking...'
Listen to Carlisle United's Mike Williamson talking to the News & Star about the injury situation, a coaching departure, free agents, this weekend's clash with Harrogate Town, discussions with the owners and more... Click on the Play button below
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£500,000 worth of cocaine seized on M6 in Cumbria, man charged with supply
Roughly five kilos of cocaine with a street value estimated at £500,000 was seized from a car being driven on the M6 in Cumbria yesterday (October 16). 42-year-old Anthony Ali, of Fairfield Grove in Bradford, was driving the car – a white Volkswagen
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Top-flight Blues: Bobby stops the rot - then Carlisle stun the Rams
Part 12 of our weekly 50th anniversary series charting the events of Carlisle United’s 1974/75 top-flight season. The headline was clear – and will have found few arguments among readers. “We’ve got to start scoring,” was the Evening News & Star
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Inquest held into death of mystery man who washed up on beach
A CORONER has left an open conclusion in the case of a man who washed up on the beach at Workington over a year ago. The body was spotted at 6.21pm on September 28, 2023, by two walkers who were on a cliff above the beach at Slag Bank. In a
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Heavy traffic on London Road, Carlisle after accident
EMERGENCY services have responded to a collision on A6 London Road, Carlisle. The incident was reported before 4pm Thursday October 17. Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible as heavy traffic is reported due to the road being partially
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'Just Wow'- Audience dazzled in fantastic performance of Hunchback of Notre Dame
Chief Reporter Bridget Dempsey reviews Hunchback of Notre Dame showing in Workington I MUST admit that on first hearing that the Hunchback of Notre Dame would be debuting in Workington I wasn't quite sure what to expect- to me it hadn't really
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Carlisle United boss on free agent latest
Mike Williamson says there is a “possibility” of movement in the free agent market at Carlisle United. The head coach says the Blues are speaking to potential signings. Williamson stressed nothing had yet been finalised as he said “plates are
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Ryanair threatens to axe hundreds of flights if aviation tax is raised
Ryanair could axe hundreds of UK flights if Chancellor Rachel Reeves raises aviation tax in the upcoming Budget, the airline has warned. CEO Michael O'Leary said any increase in air passenger duty would not only hurt customers but undermine the
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Burglars smash shop window and steal phones in early morning raid
Two unknown suspects smashed a shop window and stole numerous mobile phones from the premises this morning. The burglary and theft happened at 5.08am this morning (October 17) at The Phone Shop on Murray Road, Workington. Subscribe to the News
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Elderly pedestrian injured in car park crash
A pedestrian in her 80s suffered a knee injury after a car collision earlier this year. It happened in the car park of the St Nicholas Gate retail park in Carlisle at about 6pm on September 3 this year. Subscribe to the News & Star today and
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Liam Payne's family say they are 'heartbroken' over his death in first statement
The family of former One Direction star Liam Payne have said they are “heartbroken” over his death, in their first statement. The singer died after falling from the third-floor balcony of a hotel in Argentina on Wednesday (October 16). Local
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The part fans can play in helping Blues turn the corner
By the Carlisle United Supporters' Trust. It would be very easy, and probably very welcome by some, for the rest of this piece to chastise the players and/or the coaching team for Saturday's performance vs Wimbledon. Likewise, it would be very
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Iconic Borders wedding destination announces major investment to Blacksmith shop site
ONE of the world’s most iconic wedding venues has announced a major investment to revitalise the Blacksmith Shop site - as it transforms itself to a true destination in the Borders. Gretna Green, has announced an £8 million investment to revitalise
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Here is why multiple fire crews were in attendance at Cumbrian manufacturing site
FIRE crews attended a multi-station training exercise at a major West Cumbrian manufacturing company base - as the fire chief praised the professionalism of all involved in the exercise. The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner David Allen attended
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Appeal launched to help identify body found over one year ago on West Cumbrian beach
POLICE are appealing for the public's help to identify the body of a man found over one year after he was discovered by dog walkers on a West Cumbrian beach. On the day of an inquest into the death of an unidentified man whose body was recovered
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Woman under arrest took off her handcuffs and kicked police officer
A WOMAN who was under arrest managed to take off her handcuffs and then kicked the police officer who tried to retrieve them. Grace Weir, 19, had been arrested for an unrelated matter on the evening of September 28. She was in the rear of a police
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Cumbrian star Henderson 'emotional' after first England start
Dean Henderson admitted his first England start was an emotional occasion for different reasons. The west Cumbrian goalkeeper made his full Three Lions debut in this week’s Nations League game against Finland. Henderson’s second cap for his
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Preview of Carlisle Racecourse's first Jumps meeting today
From Press Box PR The nights are drawing in, the weather is getting a bit cooler and that can only mean one thing - the Winter Jumps season is back and is back in action at Carlisle this week. The track hosts an eight-race card today (Thursday
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Top three camera club pictures from members
WE picked some of our favourite camera club images from members. Here are the top three from the News & Star Camera Club. Elizabeth Brown's image of Derwent Water. Elizabeth Brown's image of Derwent Water (Image: News & Star Camera Club
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Man who obstructed paramedics treating drunk woman handed suspended jail term
A MAN who obstructed paramedics from taking a woman lying ‘intoxicated’ in the street to hospital has been given a suspended prison sentence. Police were called to Windmill Lane in Cockermouth just after 12.30am on September 5 by paramedics who
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Olly Murs leads tributes to Liam Payne following 'devastating' death
Tributes have been pouring in after it was revealed One Direction star Liam Payne has died at the age of 31 after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires. Liam was one of five One Direction members, along with Zayn Malik, Louis Tomlinson,
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How to claim compensation from the council for pothole damage to your car
Driving around the UK can be a treacherous task for motorists with potholes being a common sight on roads across the country. The number of potholes on British roads has surged in recent years, seeing the number of callouts for stranded drivers
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Ex-One Direction star Liam Payne's last social media post hours before his death
Just hours before his death at a hotel in Buenos Aires, former One Direction band member Liam Payne was posting on social media. Local police said the 31-year-old fell from the third floor into the courtyard of the Casa Sur Hotel in the Palermo
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Inquest: Eight-year-old boy died in rabbit shooting incident on farm
AN inquest into the death of an eight-year old boy from Frizington who was killed during a shooting expedition in Warcop has been suspended pending police investigations. Jay Cartmell died on September 28, 2024 at the Royal Victoria Infirmary in
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Carlisle United boss: Why I won't be replacing departed coach
Carlisle United have no plans to replace coach Carl Magnay, who left the club this week. The first-team coach departed after less than a month at Brunton Park in order to become Gateshead’s new manager. But head coach Mike Williamson says he
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'Act now'- Flooding expected at these areas in Cumbria as public asked to be prepared
FLOOD warnings are in place across two area's in Cumbria, with the Environment Agency warning the public to 'act now'. Two places in Carlisle and the surrounding areas have been issued with 'flood warnings' by the Environment Agency, with the organisation
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Flood warnings and alerts in place across Cumbria- live updates
11:13am Here is some more information on the two area's which have had 'flood warnings' placed on them today. Two
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Man arrested for two offences after attempting to steal steaks from Marks and Spencer
A MAN has been arrested for breaching his criminal behaviour order and theft - after trying to steal some steaks from a town centre food store. Allerdale police were on patrol in Workington Town Centre yesterday, October 16 supporting a number
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Skiddaw Forest in the Lake District fundraising appeal meets target in just six weeks
CUMBRIA Wildlife Trust has reached is £1.25 million fundraising target to secure Skiddaw Forest in just six weeks. This means the trust can now complete the purchase of what will be England's highest nature reserve, including the summit of Skiddaw
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Upcoming holistic festival at hotel to raise money for charity
A POPULAR holistic festival is set to return this weekend and will be raising money for Hospice at Home Carlisle & North Lakeland. The Holistic Spiritual Health & Wellbeing Festival will take place at the George Hotel in Penrith this coming Saturday
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Mum died after being found under duvet shivering in house with no heating - inquest
A MUM of two died in hospital ten days after being admitted by a doctor who found her to be in living in 'considerable squalor' at her house in Flimby, an inquest has heard. Ann Daintith, 76, died at the West Cumberland Hospital in Whitehaven on
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Removal of hereditary peers from House of Lords step closer after Commons vote
Landmark legislation to remove the right of the remaining 92 hereditary peers to sit and vote in the House of Lords and is closer after passing its second reading in the House of Commons. The bill was voted for by a large majority in the House
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Carlisle's newest events venue marks first year in the city centre
Box Arena, Carlisle's newest music and entertainment venue, has marked its first year of business in the city centre. In late October 2023, it was confirmed that Box Arena would pick up the mantle left by The Venue, the popular live event, performance
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Cumbrian venue backs Martyn’s Law to boost venue security
A large entertainment venue in North Cumbria has welcomed the Labour government's plans to bolster security measures. The Sands Centre in Carlisle joins over 100 venues in backing Martyn’s Law to help protect the public from terror attacks, as
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Cathedral to host 'autumn leaf star wands' craft session
CARLISLE Cathedral is set to host an 'autumn leaf star wands' craft session. The session will take place at 10 am on Friday, October 18, and invite local 'little stars' to make their own magical creations. The event will also include colouring
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Carlisle's Poppy Appeal Margaret retires after raising over £1.5m
A DEDICATED fundraiser has stepped down after 17 years of raising more than £1.5 million for the armed forces. Margaret Wadsworth has announced the retirement of her role as poppy appeal organiser for the Carlisle branch of the Royal British Legion
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New surgical hub in west Cumbria will help to tackle long waiting lists
A new surgical hub in west Cumbria will be 'fantastic for our population' as it looks to treat 10 per cent more patients within the first year. The hub, based at the West Cumberland Infirmary, is a dedicated space for undertaking large volumes
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Fresh paving laid on English Street as part of key regeneration project
Work is continuing on a major regeneration project in Carlisle City Centre. New sandstone paving has been laid, seamlessly continuing from the Victoria Viaduct onto English Street by Cumberland Council. The work has been undertaken as part
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Cumbrian brothers 'over the moon' after being crowned British Sidecar Champions
A pair of Cumbrian brothers are 'over the moon' after being crowned British Sidecar Champions. Sam and Jack Laidlow from Dufton, near Appleby have been crowned the youngest ever British Sidecar Champions, capping off their incredible debut year
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Britpop legends coming to Carlisle 'full of enthusiasm'
IT'S been nearly three decades since The Bluetones first broke through during the Britpop explosion of the 90s, but according to frontman Mark Morriss, the band is still “full of enthusiasm with a drive to be the best" they can be. Their debut
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Bakery chain to open new town centre branch as plans submitted
A BRANCH of Greggs could soon replace a 'dilapidated' retail unit in Cleator Moor town centre after the company submitted a planning application. The famous north eastern bakery chain have lodged plans with Cumberland Council to convert a vacant
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North Cumbria NHS pledges better support for women facing menopause
North Cumbria's regional NHS trust has signed a pledge to 'do better; at supporting women through menopause. The signing of the Menopause Workplace Pledge by North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board (ICB) will happen on Friday, October
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New petrol station approved - but residential buildings spared demolition
PLANS for a proposed replacement petrol garage and convenience store in Longtown have been approved. Cumberland Council's planning committee met at Allerdale House in Workington on Wednesday (October 16) to consider the application from James Hall
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Brampton Primary pupils plant 600+ wildflowers to support pollinators
Brampton Primary School's year three pupils have joined an initiative to plant more than 600 wildflowers in a Cumbrian park. The project is part of a collaboration between Full Fibre broadband provider, Fibrus, and Cumbria Wildlife Trust, with
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160 turn out for annual karate championships
MORE than 150 people competed in a karate championship in Penrith. The annual Chojinkai event, held at the leisure centre, saw 160 entrants from eight clubs take part. The competition also saw several Dan Grade awards. Ray Hind from Carlisle
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Cumbria Chamber warns of business strain from potential NI hike
Any move to increase employers' national insurance contributions is a 'real concern' for businesses in Cumbria, according to a local business peer network. Suzanne Caldwell, managing director of Cumbria Chamber of Commerce, said numerous challenges
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Voreda House in Penrith earns energy efficiency accolade
The council's new service building in Penrith has become the first of its kind in the UK to receive a prestigious energy efficiency certification. Westmorland and Furness Council's Voreda House has been awarded the 'PassivHaus EnerPHit' certification
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Cumbrian school's headteacher nominated for academic awards
A Cumbrian school's headteacher has been nominated for two prestigious academic awards. Andrew Keep, headmaster at St Bees School, has been shortlisted for the Best Education and Learning Leader category at the Golden Apple Awards. This award
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Primary school 'delighted and proud' after Ofsted inspection
A PRIMARY school near Appleby is 'delighted' to find out they 'continue to be a good school' following an Ofsted inspection. The education watchdog inspected Long Marton Primary School, which caters to 93 pupils, in July. The inspectors reported
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Remembrance poppy cascade returns to Brampton for seventh year
A remembrance poppy cascade has returned to Brampton for its seventh year. The poppy cascade has been erected at the market town's Moot Hall for the event year ahead of Remembrance Day 2024. The cascade features hundreds of knitted poppies
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Voters head to the polls for Cumberland Council by-elections in Wetheral and Keswick
Voters are heading to the polls in two key Cumberland Council by-elections. By-elections have been called in Keswick and Wetheral following Marcus Campbell-Savours' parliamentary election win for Labour in Penrith and the Solway and Wetheral’s
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Factory to double size of processing building despite 'legacy of complaints'
A PLANNING application of a 'sensitive nature' submitted by a factory complex near Penrith to double the size of one of its processing buildings has been given the green light. Omega Proteins, located to the south west of the town, has been granted
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Eat Street Cumbria excited ahead of next month's debut event
A new business which is aiming to redefine the way people enjoy food in Cumbria is set to hold its first market next month. In early September, local entrepreneur Aaron Groggins spoke to the News & Star about his new project Eat Street Cumbria
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Man wins Lake District lodge and BMW car - but take £235,000 cash prize instead
THE winner of a giveaway was in 'complete shock' after winning a luxury lodge in the Lake District and a BMW M3 Touring car. James Duncan, who lives in Aberdeen, won the prizes on Sunday, September 29 after entering the competition which was being
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RSPCA says reported otter shooting is just one example of a larger cruelty issue
A national animal protection charity said a recent incident of youths reportedly firing at otters in Carlisle is just one sad example of hundreds of similar reports they receive every year. In response to the incident that happened near the Sheepmount
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Cancer survivor raises over £1,000 from charity bike ride
A CANCER survivor has raised more than £1,000 for charity by cycling from Newcastle to Maryport. Diagnosed with leukaemia at just seven years old, Jon Waite commemorated 25 years since his diagnosis with the four-day bike ride across the north
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Town centre petrol station set for revamp and shop extension
A PETROL station and shop in Penrith could be set for a new, improved offering after an application was lodged with council planners. Morrisons petrol station on Brunswick Road, owned by Motor Fuel Group (MFG), is the subject of the plan, which
