News, Sport and What's On in Carlisle | News & Star

#ThereWithUkraine: We're launching our Ukraine appeal - how you can help

News

Meet the Carlisle cafe which is thriving... because of lockdown

Meet the Carlisle cafe which is thriving... because of lockdown
Following on the back of Mother's Day, it makes sense we feature a thriving mother and daughter business.

LETTER

Sunset over Carlisle. But is the sun setting on Carlisle's mayoral role? Picture: Stuart Walker

LETTER 'After 800 years, the city is to be deprived of its own voice'

LETTER

Expansion: The existing Story Homes development at Crindledyke.

LETTER 'It was a Government decision not to build a school in north Carlisle'

EASTER: The Cathedral have a variety of events taking place over Holy Week

Cathedral announces extensive event list for Easter period

ds of activties EASTER: 100s of activities on offer this Easter

Hundreds of activities on offer for kids this Easter

Neil Hudson MP speaking in the House of Commons

Cumbrian MP in call to tackle 'rural isolation' with funding for bus services

Two Cumbrian towns awarded with huge financial boost

Two Cumbrian towns awarded with huge financial boost

Lakes College students at Griffin Park

Civil Nuclear Constabulary is helping to shape the future of UK policing

PAINTING: Work continues on the Lighthouse

Harbour commissioners provide update on lighthouse painting work

HOME: The Sefton, located in the heart of Blackwell.

Home 'perfectly placed for the lifestyle you deserve' listed for sale

CYCLING: Trudy Harrison learns more about E Bikes

MP meets with Cyclewise to learn more about the benefits of eBikes

EVENTS: Boozy Bingo

Popular bingo drinking event comes to west Cumbria this summer

Excitement: Volunteers get stuck in with the archaeological dig at the Edenside site.

Frontier town - Dig uncovers secrets from the edge of the Empire

Tim Farron MP has said that criticism of the Liberal Democrats' free newspaper is missing the big issues

Lib Dems slammed for circulating 'fake news' publication

United's Jack Armer put pressure on the visitors in the first half (photo: Ben Holmes)

Carlisle United v Bristol Rovers - as it happened!

CARWASH: Fire and Rescue carwash appeal for Ukrainian people

Fire and Rescue carwash appeal for Ukrainian people

LAW: New highway code laws implemented on our roads from today

New highway code laws implemented on our roads from today

5 best places in Carlisle for a Sunday roast, according to Tripadvisor reviews (Canva)

5 best places in Carlisle for a Sunday roast, according to Tripadvisor reviews

HEALTH: New service for those living with traumatic experiences

New service for those living with traumatic experiences

UK on track to reach 4000 zero emission bus pledge with £200m boost

£200m boost sees UK on track for zero emissions pledge

Cumberland Council will take over in the west in 2023, Westmorland & Furness Council will govern the east

Councillors to recommend succeeding council's allowances

Motorist caught speeding at 100mph on M6

Motorist caught speeding at 100mph on M6

PETS: I think my goldfish has changed sexes

Questions and answers for the best care for your pets

Council approve plans to 'encourage more people to walk and cycle within city'

Council approve plans to 'encourage more people to walk and cycle within city'

LOVED: Catherynn Dunstan who sadly passed away and, main image, Cumberland Infirmary where Mr Dunstan received care.

Covid patient thanks ITU 'angels' for support when his wife passed away

PROPERTY: Three bedroomed detached house for sale near Wigton

PROPERTY Stunning £1million-plus property for sale in countryside location

APPOINTED: Charlotte Tudway

New director of education appointed to support church schools

Feedback sought after over creation of new cycling corridors

Feedback sought after over creation of new cycling corridors

COVID: Rising cases in the county concern health experts

Parents advised to take precautions amid rising school infections

The cause of death for Taylor Hawkins has not yet been revealed (PA)

Tributes paid as 'talented' Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins dies aged 50

AWARD: Kelly Davis (WCRSN Treasurer) with David Beeby, High Sheriff of Cumbria.

Initiative that aims to get refugees on the road in the UK

HERITAGE: A preserved Merchant Navy Class steam locomotive passes over Dandrymire Viaduct on the Settle-Carlisle railway.

'All aboard the city's bid to host the Great British Rail HQ'

Royal British Legion members learn new skills

Royal British Legion members learn new skills

CLYDESDALE: The beautiful Auchengeree Ted, with owner Matthew Burks was Champion of Champions at the 2014 Cumberland Show

NOSTALGIA We are the Champions... two-legged and four-legged winners on show

WINNER: Booths won the Multiple Beer Retailer of the Year at the Drinks Retailing Awards

Northern retailer wins Multiple Beer Retailer of the Year award

HOAX: more than a third of call outs were a result of false alarms

County's fire service exposed to dozens of hoax calls last year

CRISP BLANKET@ Lacie-May Mitchell-Herald and Charlie Mullen are rolling in crisp bags

Children join the crisp project to make blankets

MP: Dr Neil Hudson and Councillor Virginia Taylor

MP to meet with Eden District Council leaders to discuss bold plans for the area

International Market: the popular event is returning to Carlisle

International Market with mouth-watering continental food returning

NI: New plan could save average resident in Carlisle £187 a year.

Residents could save £187 a year with new NI plan

SOLIDARITY: Brian Wernham attending the candlelit vigil for Ukraine in Market Square Carlisle.

Free project management courses for Ukrainian refugees

The Government hopes to make electric charging points more prevalent by 2023.

Investment in electric charging points welcomed

FLU: A girl having her nose wiped

COLUMN 'Silence doesn’t seem all that golden'

Sport

PREMIUM

Kristian Dennis, right, celebrates his goal as Joe Riley, left, joins in. Pictures: Barbara Abbott / Ben Holmes

VERDICT: Beauty in the struggle as Carlisle United's remarkable run continues
VERDICT: This revitalised team are, it is plain to see, absolutely loving their work. And the feeling from the stands is absolutely mutual.

Keeper Mark Howard (Carlisle United) clears - Carlisle United v Bristol Rovers, Photographer Barbara Abbottt, Brunton Park, Skybet, NO UNAUTHORISED USE.

In pictures: all the action from Carlisle United's win over Bristol Rovers!

Carlisle United's fans in the Paddock celebrate at full-time. Photo: Ben Holmes

WATCH: Fans celebrate Carlisle United's latest win!

Kristian Dennis celebrates the winning goal. Photo: Barbara Abbott

REPORT: Dennis strike earns sixth win in seven for resurgent Carlisle United

United's Jack Armer put pressure on the visitors in the first half (photo: Ben Holmes)

Carlisle United v Bristol Rovers - as it happened!

Kristian Dennis, left, is 14/5 to score against a Bristol Rovers side featuring ex-Carlisle captain Nick Anderton, top right, and managed by Joey Barton, bottom right (photos: Richard Parkes / PA)

Can Simmo's Blues sink Barton's Pirates? Bookies' verdict

PREMIUM

Danny Grainger (photo: Barbara Abbott)

PREMIUM Danny Grainger: 'There are days you doubt yourself..it's a learning curve'

Read more articles

National Sport

Christian Eriksen celebrates

Christian Eriksen scores on emotional Denmark return in defeat to Holland

Sophie Ecclestone celebrates a wicket with a team-mate

England through to Women’s World Cup semi-finals after defeating Bangladesh

Andy Murray reacts to losing a point at the Miami Open

Andy Murray suffers straight-sets defeat to Daniil Medvedev at Miami Open

England’s Jonny Bairstow plays a shot against West Indies during day three of their third Test cricket match at the National Cricket Stadium in St. George, Grenada

England once again at the cliff edge – look ahead to day four of the third Test

Kiko Martinez v Josh Warrington – First Direct Arena

Josh Warrington regains featherweight world title after stopping Kiko Martinez

Read more articles

Find Local Events

News

EVENTS: Boozy Bingo

Popular bingo drinking event comes to west Cumbria this summer

MUSIC: (Left) Pianist Alicja Fiderkiewicz, (right) Ireland's Nathan Carter.

Gigs, more sunshine and Mother's Day, Carlisle has it all this weekend

VIRTUAL: Yewdale Community Centre will host their next pop up event next month. Picture: Pixabay

City arcade to host pop up event for VR enthusiasts

JAZZ: Club announces April's line up

The Jazz Club announces plans for next months entertainment line up

Hints and answers for today's Wordle (PA)

What is today’s Wordle? March 25 hints

Martin Compston arranged the reunion to raise money for a good cause

Line of Duty reunion now LIVE for subscribers – here's how to watch

AC12's members were brought together once again

Subscribe today for ONE POUND to watch Line of Duty reunion

The Line of Duty cast are helping to raise cash for Ardgowan Hospice

Martin Compston is raising money for charity – here's how you can help

PLUCK: The group have confirmed that the benefit concert. Picture: Pixabay

Ukulele group forced to cancel benefit concert due to illness

Here Come The Boys. Picture: The TCB Group

Here come the boys - Strictly stars to bring smash hit dance show to Cumbria

COUNTRY-STARS: Gasoline & Matches, Keiza Gill, Katee Kross and Morganway.

Country music festival needs your help before it's 'too late'

What is today’s Wordle? March 23 hints

What is today’s Wordle? March 23 hints

Business

Meet the Carlisle cafe which is thriving... because of lockdown

Meet the Carlisle cafe which is thriving... because of lockdown

WINNER: Booths won the Multiple Beer Retailer of the Year at the Drinks Retailing Awards

Northern retailer wins Multiple Beer Retailer of the Year award

International Market: the popular event is returning to Carlisle

International Market with mouth-watering continental food returning

SOLIDARITY: Brian Wernham attending the candlelit vigil for Ukraine in Market Square Carlisle.

Free project management courses for Ukrainian refugees

REBUILD: CIC cuts down on waste from construction firms

Re-purposing construction firm supports local causes

PLANT: Cez Flak, managing trustee at Greener Every Day stands with Lord Lieutenant Claire Hensman and representatives from Penrith Building Society

Cherry tree planted in city park for Platinum Jubilee

Read more articles

Farming

NOSTALGIA

CLYDESDALE: The beautiful Auchengeree Ted, with owner Matthew Burks was Champion of Champions at the 2014 Cumberland Show

NOSTALGIA We are the Champions... two-legged and four-legged winners on show

CONCERNS: Copeland MP Trudy Harrison meets with local farmers

Surging costs hard to ignore at farmers meeting with Copeland MP Trudy Harrison

.Andrew Robinson. Partner and head of agriculture at Armstrong Watson, awards partners.

'Celebrating the best' - 2022 Cumbria Farmer Awards

HONOURED: Ian Powley receives Blamire Medal from Michael Cowen

Cumbrian farming stalwart honoured with prestigious Blamire Medal

Becky Bowness, Corporate Tax Partner at Armstrong Watson Accountants

Leading accountants welcome Chancellor's Spring Statement amidst global uncertainty

CHAMPION of Champions: Borderway UK Dairy Expo

Cumbrian breeders take home top honours in Dairy Expo

Read more articles

National News

Norman McDade (Andrew Milligan/PA)

Falklands War: Living with survivor’s guilt 40 years on

A woman evacuated from Irpin cries upon arriving on the outskirts of Kyiv, Ukraine, Saturday, March 26, 2022.

Refuge city of Lviv rocked by explosions as Joe Biden visits neighbouring Poland

Taylor Hawkins performs during the charity concert at Wembley Stadium, London.

Taylor Hawkins had 10 different substances in his system, officials say

British newspapers

What the papers say – March 27

Jolanta Hanstein

Polish woman in UK running 48 miles in 48 hours to support Ukrainian mothers

President Joe Biden

White House rows back Biden’s regime change remarks about ‘butcher’ Putin

Gatwick reopens south terminal as airlines ramp up schedules

Read more articles