WE'VE rounded up some of our most-read stories from across north Cumbria this week in case you missed them.

Danny Christie overpowers David Round to defend title at BKFC 60

Danny Christie successfully defended his British bare-knuckle boxing title with a powerful victory over David Round.

The Carlisle fighter put on an impressive display to floor his Welsh opponent in the first round at BKFC 60 Milton Keynes.

Full story here. 

Man charged with the murder of Carlisle woman in Leeds

Detectives are investigating the alleged murder of a woman from Carlisle.

Full story here. 

Former nurse at West Cumberland Hospital struck off nursing register

A former nurse at West Cumberland Hospital is set to be struck off the nursing register following determinations of lack of competence and misconduct. 

Full story here. 

Heartbroken girlfriend pays tribute to popular doorman, Andrew McKain

The ‘heartbroken’ girlfriend of a popular dad-to-be has paid tribute to her ‘soulmate’, following his sudden death.   

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Carlisle United discipline three players over night out

Carlisle United have announced that three players have been "disciplined" over a city centre night out.

But the Blues have declined to confirm the names of the players involved.

Full story here. 

Dog still searching for new home 700 days after rescue

A dog is still searching for a new home nearly two years after being rescued by a Cumbrian animals charity. 

Full story here. 

Popular North Cumbrian café set to close after owners make 'heart breaking' decision

A popular Penrith café has announced it will be closing at the end of the month, as it's heartbroken owners say running costs are too high with not enough people coming through the doors.

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Carlisle United owners the Piataks make relegation statement

The Piatak family, who bought the Blues last November, have issued their first public comments since United's return to League Two was confirmed on Saturday.

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Royal Scot pub in Morton, Carlisle closes its doors

The Royal Scot pub in Morton has closed for the second time in a year after the contract was not renewed.

Full story here. 

Estranged Carlisle husband banned from Morrisons after defying order

An estranged husband has been banned from the north Carlisle supermarket where his wife works after he flouted a court order designed to stop him stalking her.

Full story here. 

Famous Lake District hotel welcomes Hollywood elite

An award-winning Lake District hotel and restaurant that "quickly became a celebrity hangout" has welcomed more than just a couple of well-known TV faces.

Full story here.