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        <description><![CDATA[SPECIAL REPORT: The making of goalkeepers Dean Henderson and James Trafford, told by the Cumbrian coach who knows their rise and roots best.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[Five Carlisle United fans preparing to ride more than 520 miles to the Blues' last game of the season explain the "crazy" idea, the plan and why it matters.]]></description>
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        <author>jon.colman@newsquest.co.uk | Jon Colman</author>
        

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        <description><![CDATA[Driving 50,000 miles, hand-delivering paintings, and spotting scams. Steve Swallow’s role as owner of Castlegate House gallery in Cockermouth is unlike any other.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[In 2017 Dan and Ruby took the tenancy on the Seatoller Farm – a National Trust property located in the heart of the Lake District National Park – after it had been held by Dan’s parents for 15 years before that.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[Carlisle City are heading into the new campaign in positive mood – after some “elite” pre-season coaching from ex-Blues boss Paul Simpson.]]></description>
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        <author>jon.colman@newsquest.co.uk | Jon Colman</author>
        

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        <title>A special day with James 'Ernie' Bond - Carlisle United's oldest living star</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[FEATURE: A special encounter with 96-year-old James Ernest 'Ernie' Bond, Carlisle United's oldest living player.]]></description>
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        <title>Remembering the Carlisle United legends we lost in 2024</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[REVIEW OF 2024: The years saw farewells to legendary chairman Andrew Jenkins, maverick star Stan Bowles and 1960s favourite Willie Carlin.]]></description>
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        <title>The enigmatic Cumbrian character who gained notoriety for her unique look</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[Historian Dr Chris Donaldson goes on the hunt of another enigmatic Cumbrian character from the past who gained notoriety for her unique look]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[FEATURE: Jack Musgrave and his junior football team-mates have been recognised by the Cumberland FA following his cancer fight.]]></description>
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        <title>Why this Cumbrian hub is the heart of the local community</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[A community café, retail and arts space has grown so popular that it had to close this summer for a refurbishment and expansion programme. Now Appleby Hub has reopened to the delight of all those who enjoy its warm welcome.]]></description>
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        <title>Speaking with one of Cumbria's most influential photographers Ivor Nicholas</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[THIS week I had the pleasure of interviewing a nonagenarian and retired photographer.]]></description>
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        <title>The Brunton Park floodlights - and the biggest schoolboy game in Carlisle</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[FEATURE: The dismantling of one of Brunton Park's floodlights brings back memories of a famous schoolboy game played soon after they went up.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[It is our mission at the University of Cumbria to inspire and equip graduates with the work-ready skills and knowledge they need for their professional practice.]]></description>
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        <title>Walk or ride your way around the iconic Lakes Trail to experience something new</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[Visiting the area without a car reduces your carbon impact and helps to look after this special place.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[The awards highlight the outstanding contributions and acts of kindness and provide a platform for unsung heroes making an impact in Cumbria.]]></description>
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        <title>Signed, sealed and delivered to the altar - Post office owners tie the knot</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[A COUPLE have said their wedding was worth the decades-long wait as they tied the knot in front of their nearest and dearest.]]></description>
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        <title>History of love for school friends who tied the knot at Lakes venue</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[A couple believes that fate brought them back into each other's lives after losing contact with other to say 'I do' in front of their nearest and dearest.]]></description>
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        <title>'It was true, we were next': Couple who met at friend's wedding ties the knot</title>
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        <description><![CDATA['It will you be you next' - a phrase often heard when attending weddings but little did a to strangers meeting at one - it would predict their future.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[A Penrith couple jetted off to Barbados to put their feet after a jam packed music-filled wedding day surrounded by family and friends.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[Rathbones believe that cities and towns can again drive progress, with smarter urban planning that allows for more walking, cycling and better public transport could massively reduce energy usage and rejuvenate our centres into the bargain.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[PUPILS at a Carlisle primary school got a surprise when a special guest dropped by this week.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[Norman Street Primary in Carlisle welcomed new additions to the school with a brand new outdoor playing area.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[An athlete from Cockermouth is looking to win on the international stage following success at home.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[Cancer Research and ScottishPower’s have extended their partnership for a further three years.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[James Rebanks, a sheep farmer from Cumbria, has won the UK Nature Writing award this week.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[Sellafield and Copeland Borough Council have collaborated to open a new engineering centre in Cumbria.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[A councillor has voiced her anger at reported Government plans to force boats carrying migrants to the UK to turn back across the Channel.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[As Emma Raducanu reaches the US Open Semi-Finals, tennis coaches in Carlisle feel that her rise to stardom could inspire the future of the sport.]]></description>
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        <title>New strips for local team</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[A Mirehouse football side formed to help men keep fit have been donated a new set of strips.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[Penrith Mountain Rescue Team have been applauded for their efforts saving a girl who had fallen from her horse at the weekend.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[The Mayor of Copeland has weighed into the argument about whether electric scooters can be declared as a safe mode of transport.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[A tourist attraction in the Lake District has just won an award with Tripadvisor, ranking them in the top 10% of destinations in the world.]]></description>
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        <title>Carlisle vet receives unexpected delivery</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[A vet from Carlisle helped save a pregnant cat that was found homeless, and ended up taking home one of her kittens.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[THE father and daughter team of Edwin and Gemma Dinsdale became councillors only just over two years ago but both have left their mark.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[An outdoor writer from Cockermouth has climbed the Three National Peaks, walking to each mountain on the way, in record time.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[A MAN has arrived in Cumbria as part of a challenge to visit as many towns and villages with rude names as possible.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL Dog Day is a day dedicated to celebrating all the special things about man’s best friend.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[Superman fell runner John Kelly has partaken in many incredible challenges over the years.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[Students at a school in Carlisle have been getting creative.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[Youngsters are the pride of their school after claiming a win in a recent Lego League competition.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[A CARLISLE outdoor cook and mental health speaker has been spicing up the Cumbrian landscape.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[The Lake District Foundation has welcomed a new trustee into their fold.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[It’s time for the spotlight to shine on one of Stagecoaches’ most talented young actors.]]></description>
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