Carlisle United fans would “snap your hand off” for 20th in League One this season, accepts Tom Piatak II – but the club must aim much higher in the long-term. Tom II, part of the family who have just taken control of the Blues, says the Piataks
DPFCC Mike Johnson attended Workington Community Boxing Academy to hear more about how the Property Fund supported the club. The Property Fund is held by the OPFCC which receive funds from the Police (Property) Act 1997 and the Powers of Criminal
A CARLISLE man harassed his partner with scores of phone calls as she tried to block contact with him. Fifty-year-old Thomas Foster found himself in a court dock for the first time as a result of offending which occurred during the course of over
A NORTH Cumbrian man who "rammed" the blade end of a shovel into his uncle's face has been jailed for five and a half years. John Park, 35, denied wrongdoing, claiming he used the shovel against his victim in self-defence. But after a trial at
Cumbria Police have charged a man with possession with intent to supply and money laundering after a traffic stop on the M6 November 30. Officers stopped the white Ford Fiesta near to Southwaite Services on the M6. More than £6,000 in cash
Police are concerned for the welfare of missing Connor who was last seen at 2pm on November 30 at Carlisle Train Station. Connor is described as 5ft 7ins and slim and was last seen wearing a dark jacket (possibly black), dark coloured tracksuit
A VIOLENT boyfriend left his girlfriend for dead after subjecting her to a frenzied knife attack in front of horrified neighbours. Matthew Ryan, 39, carried out the motiveless attack after he had pursued his then partner out of their Carlisle home
A teenage engineer won a race against time, saving £25,000 worth of vital machinery, belonging to independent lifeboat charity Maryport Rescue, from the tide. The charity faced potential disaster when a hydraulics pipe burst on its Trak Tool vehicle
Emergency services were on the scene of a two-vehicle crash on a major road in Cumbria. Cumbria police officers were called today (December 1) at around 10.55am to the report. The road - the A595/B5305 junction - was closed in both directions
An investigation into the theft of a car stolen this morning (December 1) has been launched. Cumbria police said the car, a grey/silver Seat Leon, registration L90 BTY, was taken from an address on Thirlmere Avenue, Maryport, at around 6.10am today
A caravan was stolen in the very early hours of the morning, prompting a police investigation. Cumbria police said it happened between 12am and 3.07am on October 26. It was taken from Spring Lea Caravan Site in Allonby, police said. A spokesperson
The Piataks' dramatic takeover of Carlisle United isn't just making headlines here in Cumbria. The business family's acquisition of the Blues is also in the news back home in Jacksonville. Tom Piatak snr and his family are well known in the
UPLAND farms in Cumbria will be worse off under current ELMs (Environmental Land Management schemes), according to farm leaders. Farm businesses in the uplands in the north will be unable to make up for the loss of income under the transition from
A SIXTY-three-year-old Carlisle man has appeared before magistrates to face multiple child sex abuse allegations. Brian Marsden told the city’s Rickergate court he wishes to plead not guilty to the seven historic allegations he is charged with,
A PENRITH man subjected his partner to four hours of domestic abuse during which he twice assaulted her and threatened to kill her while brandishing a knife. The violence used by 23-year-old Levi Miller began after he and his partner of two years
A café at a popular Cumbrian attraction has started a pay it forward scheme to help out those in need of a meal. The café at The Rum Story in Whitehaven, run by local man Jason Roper, will start the scheme next week after being given a starting
DOGS Trust Cumbria urges owners to follow some simple steps to keep their dogs safe and warm this winter. While many people enjoy a winter stroll, the cold weather poses several risks to dogs and their owners. To help ensure dogs remain healthy
A WOMAN who had snap bags of cocaine told police that she separated the drug to plan how much she was taking. Police were called to the Sun Inn at Hensingham in Whitehaven on July 3 and arrested Alisia Cameron, 27, for a separate offence, Workington
AN Eden Valley drug-driver caught out by police had taken cocaine at the Kendal Calling music festival. Oliver Metcalfe, 18, was seen by officers patrolling the A6 in Clifton, near Penrith, at 1.30pm on Saturday, July 29. Metcalfe was behind the
Workington boss Danny Grainger says his Reds side are determined to put on a show for their fans – as they return to Borough Park for the first time in six weeks. A long-awaited home fixture faces Grainger’s free-scoring side on Saturday when they
The NHS has warned people in England that they only have a few weeks left to book an appointment to receive a "potentially lifesaving" Covid and/or flu vaccine. Booking systems for the vaccinations in England are set to close in the coming weeks
It was a day that won't be forgotten at Brunton Park for some time. So here's another fans gallery from Saturday's memorable first game under the Piataks. Photographer Ben Holmes was there to capture the scenes in the stands at Carlisle United
Lidl has issued a recall of one of its products as it may be a “possible health risk” for some customers. The supermarket is recalling its XXL Ocean Sea Cooked and Peeled Large Prawns because they contain sulphites which are not mentioned on the
Covid has been a complete nightmare for friends and families trying to get together for Christmas over the last few years. From compulsory face masks to bubbles, to Christmas being all but cancelled in 2020. Covid has been the bane of our lives
Chocolate, chicken nuggets and avocados are among the food items Brits think could vanish from our plates within 100 years, according to new research. To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the London North Eastern Railway (LNER) and the evolution
A man in his 70s remains in hospital with serious injuries after a coach crashed into Carlisle railway station. New information from the police revealed that the incident happened in the early evening, but an emergency service presence was observed
Hosts of I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here! Ant and Dec have admitted that they thought about quitting the show, jokingly, of course. Introducing the latest episode of the ITV show, Ant shared that the pair had "thought about leaving" after
When you're in a rush on a frosty morning, the last thing you need is an icy car and windscreen. With much of Britain currently under a baltic blanket of frost - and some parts under snow - it appears we'll have to get accustomed to that dreary
Nowadays, an advent calendar filled with chocolate is just the start of the festive offerings with a variety of options now available, including everything from socks to tools (yes, tools!). Halfords recently launched their first advent calendar
We found some of the best News & Star Camera Club pictures. Angela Johnson shared this image of sunset towards Moota. Craig Slater also shared this image of a sunset. Gary Doherty shared this image of Borrowdale.
A WORKER from Carlisle’s McVitie’s biscuit factory has been sentenced after he admitted assaulting two colleagues. The bust-up happened as 37-year-old Robert Bickley was working on the factory’s custard cream production line on July 5, magistrates
Cumbria was amongst the coldest places in the UK on Wednesday evening with temperatures dropping to below minus six degrees. The temperature at Keswick fell to minus 6.1 degrees and the Met Office has recorded the lowest temperatures in November
NEW figures show that suicide rates in Barrow and Copeland are higher than other parts of Cumbria according to a new report. According to the report after Blackpool, Cumbria has the highest rate of suicides among local councils in the north west
The historic market town of Kirkby Lonsdale has come to life with ‘A Christmas Story’ . The four-day Kirkby Lonsdale Christmas Fair got underway with the Christmas Charter Market on Thursday, bringing together live music and a wide range of local
We shared the news that the Pogues frontman Shane MacGowan has passed away at the age of 65. MacGowan had been in intensive care for several months after first being diagnosed with viral encephalitis last year, which is said to have been exacerbated
AS winter sets in, certain households in Cumbria are eligible for cold weather payments. The Department of Work and Pension (DWP) payments of £25 are issued when temperatures are set to fall below freezing for seven consecutive days. You’ll
The opening date for a new Thai restaurant in Carlisle has been revealed. Bringing a 'relaxed, more casual, and street-food style', Namh Moon will open on December 7, according to owner Nueng McGregor. She owns the Star of Siam in Keswick and
Lloyds Bank has announced the closure of its Penrith branch next year. The branch will close on March 19, 2024. The decision for the closure comes after a review of the King Street branch's performance, revealing a significant decline in in-person
A woman from Cumbria recently raised more than £2000 for charity with a comedy night in memory of her late father. Five years ago, Kathryn Magnay and her family found themselves in the position that no family wants to be in. After a long illness
A NEW programme aimed at ensuring refugees don't end up homeless has been launched in Carlisle by the Penrith and Eden Refugee Network (PERN). The Rent a Room to a Refugee scheme seeks to connect local homeowners willing to rent out their spare
Bowlers in Carlisle are being given a festive prize if they bowl a turkey. Bowling three strikes in a row is called a turkey, and the challenge is being met with a reward this year at Hollywood Bowl, Carlisle. Those who visit between December
RMT members have voted to take a new pay offer which will end industrial action in Cumbria. Train staff for Avanti West Coast, Northern and TransPennine Express all voted for the deal which has come after 18 months of industrial action. The
Carlisle United’s existing directors believe the “values” of the Piatak family make them the right people to take the club forward. The new American owners have been in charge of the Blues for just over a week as a new era begins to unfold.
A FUNDRAISING appeal to support an Egremont dad diagnosed with cancer has raised thousands of pounds in just a few days. Kevin Brown was diagnosed with myeloma - a type of cancer that develops from plasma cells in the bone marrow – in March and
CARLISLE's Santa Dash is aiming to smash the £50,000 mark with its 2023 event. The event, which will see runners and walkers travel through Carlisle city centre and past landmarks such as the castle and cathedral, is organised by sports events
IN this edition of nostalgia, we are looking back at uniform manufacturers H. Edgard & Sons (London) Ltd in Whitehaven. Uniform manufacturers H. Edgard & Sons (London) Ltd had their factory at Preston Street, Whitehaven. Thousands of military uniforms
Cumberland Council is set to benefit from a £55 million research pot to tackle health inequalities and improve health outcomes in local areas across the UK. The national institute for health and care research (NIHR) is investing a second wave of
The demolition of the old swimming pool and leisure centre in Carlisle is underway. The Pools, built in the 70s, on James Street and the empty building that used to be a Staples are set to be demolished, but Matalan will remain open, according
A LONGTOWN man has been jailed after he admitted two offences of dangerous driving and a one-punch assault, which knocked out the victim. Callum Kerr, 28, carried out the unprovoked attack at a bar in Lowther Street, Carlisle, punching the victim
Avanti West Coast has said that strike action will “significantly disrupt services” on its west coast route through Penrith and Carlisle. On Sunday, December 3 there will be no Avanti West Coast services because of industrial action being undertaken
CHILDREN in West Cumbria are being encouraged to write letters to the North Pole. A festive post box has been placed at the Lovell Homes marketing suite at Roman Heights in Cockermouth, encouraging the community to share what they enjoy most about
INQUESTS into the tragic deaths of two young best friends who had been playing in the River Eden heard from the man who risked his life to save one of the group. The coroner has called for him to be given a bravery award. Two inquests were
A Christmas pop-up shop is celebrating all things naturally local over the festive period. The Naturally Local Cumbria Christmas shop opened for its latest pop-up on Tuesday, November 28 in Carlisle's Lanes Shopping Centre. The shop, which
CAMPAIGNERS frustrated by ‘the lack of action’ to stop pollution in Whitehaven Harbour are shining a light on the issue – one year after it started. The discoloured water began entering the harbour from a culvert in Queen’s Dock at the end of last
A LOCAL business owner is hoping Small Business Saturday will 'highlight' Carlisle's independent retailers. Small Business Saturday UK is a grassroots, non-commercial campaign, which highlights small business success and encourages consumers to
A FORMER teacher has raised over £3,000 for charity after creating a calendar featuring seafood recipes from renowned chefs across the Lake District. Mandy Gruber, who lives in Cockermouth, came up with the idea after stumbling upon the Maryport
A CARLISLE woman has been sentenced after she was convicted of drink driving – while almost four times the limit. Carol Attenborough, 54, had pleaded not guilty to the offence, claiming that she consumed the alcohol that put her over the drink
