Missed any of the big news this week? Here are some of the biggest stories of the last seven days.

Murderer Jack Crawley will spend at least 37 years behind bars:

Former Carlisle hospital security guard Jack Crawley will spend at least 37 years behind bars for a murder involving what a judge said was “brutal and exceptional violence.”

The profound impact of Paul Taylor’s murder on October 18 last year was spelled out in heart-breaking detail as 20-year-old Crawley was sentenced at the city's crown court.

Mr Taylor’s wife Maria said the tragedy had “torn apart” her family’s world and would haunt them for the rest of their lives.

Body of a man found in the River Eden by Cumbria Police:

Cumbria Police have announced that the body of a man has been found in the River Eden. 

Police confirmed that the body was found in the river near Sheepmount in Carlisle on Tuesday, October 22.

Formal identification has not yet taken place, but the death is being treated as unexplained but not suspicious.

Carlisle's new Mexican restaurant La Cueva de La Llorona set to open:

The new owners of a new restaurant in Carlisle that is set to throw open its doors to the public next week have promised to bring the 'flavours, art, and atmosphere of Mexico' to the city.

Michael Boone and Bruno Lokutijevskis are the partners behind La Cueva de La Llorona, and aim to bring an 'immersive dining experience' to the new 90-seater eatery set over two floors at 9 Devonshire Street.

New owners talk re-opening of popular Adriano's restaurant, Carlisle:

Four former employees of a popular Carlisle restaurant will re-open its doors - and are hoping to bring back the 'unique dining experience' loved by customers in the city.

Adrian Ionita, George Furis, Andrew Cromie and Robert Konkoly have taken on the popular Adriano's restaurant, announcing the venue will re-open to customers in November of this year.

The Roman villa-style restaurant at Rickergate, opposite the Civic Centre, closed back in September 2022 after 17 years in the city, falling victim to the energy crisis and staff shortages within the Cumbrian hospitality industry.

The new owners will take some time to add a small modernisation to the venue, however they say it will very much carry the same charm and friendly feel Adriano's gave to customers.

Headwear producer Sharon Lee bringing jobs to Carlisle:

A LEADING headwear producer who has created merchandise for the likes of the UEFA Champions League final is set to bring at least 15 jobs to Carlisle as they relocate to the city.

Sharon Lee Ltd, established in 1947, will move its headquarters and production facilities from Braintree, Essex, to Carlisle's Warwick Mill Business Village, aiming to be fully operational by January.

The business specialises in branded and customised headwear, such as baseball caps and beanies.

Over the years, the company has produced merchandise for some of the biggest bands in the world, blue-chip companies, fashion retailers, and Premier League football clubs.

Shows to return to Sands Centre in Autumn 2025 following closure:

A new programme of events is set to begin at the Sands Centre in Autumn 2025 – two years since the auditorium was forced to close.

Following a detailed structural assessment of the roof last year by specialist engineers, a recommendation was put forward to replace the RAAC panels in the auditorium roof.

The assessment of the roof was undertaken following the change in the previous government’s guidance on the use of RAAC in buildings.

Cumberland Council is aiming to have the roof works completed by late spring 2025.

Internal improvements will then be completed over the summer followed by a new full programme of events starting in autumn 2025.