Emergency services responded to a fire in Carlisle this evening, close to the University of Cumbria Fusehill Street campus. Police were called just after 7pm with a report that smoke was seen coming from a house on Barrock Street, opposite the
Weapons and drugs have been recovered following a police raid in Whitehaven. Two extendable batons, a knuckle-duster, a BB gun and a butterfly knife were recovered from an address on Fleswick Avenue yesterday (Tuesday). Cumbria police has confirmed
The magic of the West End and Broadway is coming to West Cumbria, as Mad About The Musicals calls in as part of its 2019 UK tour. Appearing at Whitehaven's Solway Hall on June 22 the show features Michael Courtney and his cast of singers, supported
There is no such thing as a short hop around League Two at the best of times for Carlisle United’s supporters, and 2019/20 – whose fixtures are released tomorrow – will add a few extra miles to the travelling. Blues fans routinely top the 10,000
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Cumbrian MP Rory Stewart has been knocked out of the race to become the next prime minister. The international development secretary secured just 27 votes, placing him last out of the five leadership candidates to make it through to the third round
Maryport is gearing up for a weekend of live music. Maryport Live has been organised by local musicians and publicans to replace the Blues Festival. Six town centre venues, including pubs and clubs, and the Maryport Bowling Club off Mealpot Road
BONNY Babies are back! Our popular contest opens on Monday, and photographers will be visiting venues across the north and west of the county over the next few weeks, so book your appointment now. This year’s prizes are again being provided by
HOWGILL Family Centre is on the look out for new volunteers to join its team in the Howgill Shop in Irish Street, Whitehaven. Volunteers must be over 18 and will receive full training and expenses. The team is also looking for donations of toys
An erosion-hit coast road which was closed in February for safety has reopened, almost four months later. Cumbria County Council shut the B5300 at Dubmill Point, between Maryport and Silloth, after an inspection found the edge of the beach had
HOSPITAL campaigners have sent a strong message to the man leading the review into the future of maternity services in Whitehaven. Dr Bill Kirkup is chairing the Independent Review Group (IRG) which will make recommendations about whether consultant-led
PUPILS at a West Cumbrian school were delighted to welcome a local author - accompanied by a fell pony. Keswick School English teacher and librarian Helen Robinson recently had her first book published. Little Pearl is based on her first pony.
Research from a leading polling company has crowned Cumbrian MP Rory Stewart as the 'clear winner' in last night's TV debate. Held just two hours after results from the second round of voting in the ongoing Conservative leadership contest, the
A Maryport man who smashed windows belonging to a housing association twice in nine months was fined by a court. Gary Joseph Ackerley, 48, of Ewanrigg Road, pleaded guilty to destroying a window belonging to Home Housing. The incident occurred
A FAKE doctor exposed by the News & Star has been arrested for a suspected fraud. Zholia Alemi, 56, worked as a psychiatrist within the NHS and in private practice for more than 22 years despite never qualifying. Her case triggered national
RAIL users in Carlisle and Penrith are being urged to plan ahead, as preparations are underway to close part of the West Coast Main Line for 16 days. Next month, a major junction on the line will close for vital engineering work. Network Rail
A Gosforth family will climb England’s highest mountain to raise money and awareness of a condition close to their hearts – type 1 diabetes by taking part in the Climb 1 For Type 1 challenge. Debbie and Shane Rowe, with children Harry and Oliver
FIREFIGHTERS from Brampton rushed to tackle a car in flames last night. The crew were called out just after 8.30pm on Tuesday near to Hayton. Two hose reel jets and two breathing apparatus were used to put out the fire. Crews were on scene
A beloved son who “created many memories” made his mark on life. Those were among the tributes paid to James Huntington at an inquest into his death. Mr Huntington, 25, from Wigton, died instantly after crashing into a lorry parked in a layby
More tasty treats are on the way to Whitehaven thanks to a continental market hitting the town this weekend. Following the success of a traders' market last week, the mini continental market will be held at St Nicholas' Gardens from tomorrow (June
PETS of Cumbria have been nominated by their owners as Britain's naughtiest dog. Yesterday we announced that a hit TV show, Dogs Behaving Badly is returning to UK screens and our readers have been in touch with their canine contenders. The Channel
A FORMER student has returned to Carlisle to issue an appeal to find a long lost college friend. Retired advertising executive Andy Hughes, 70, from Newton Maerns, Glasgow, is hoping to get back in touch with Peter Bowron, who is originally from
DOZENS of classic cars are set to pass through Carlisle later this summer as part of a two-day tour. Each of the Triumph cars, who form a team known as the Border Raiders, will set off from Banoldswick, located on the border with Lancashire and
Cumbrian MP and Conservative leadership hopeful Rory Stewart has revealed his team are in talks with Michael Gove's about joining forces. He told the BBC’s Victoria Derbyshire that discussions are underway about combining to take on Boris Johnson
A WORKINGTON man has been banned for two years after he was found almost three times over the drink-drive limit. Steven Robert Wilson, 52, of Clay Street, admitted drink-driving and failing to stop after an accident when he appeared at the magistrates
Tourism representatives from Cumbria are set to meet with the immigration minister over concerns the sector will be left with "gaping holes" in staffing post-Brexit. Later this month Lake District Hotels Association Joe Cobb, Jennifer Cormack and
Stone from Honister Slate Mine is making a starring appearance in London following the unveiling of an architectural commission run by the Serpentine Galleries in London. Material from England's last working slate mine has been used to clad the
A MAN who prompted a 48-hour search in sub-zero temperatures paid a special visit to the mountain rescue team which saved his life. In January last year, Richard Cockerham went missing while climbing Scafell Pike, sparking a huge emergency search
Volunteers working with vulnerable children and families in Cumbria were awarded for their achievements and long service at a charity event. Around 20 volunteers working at Barnardo’s children’s centres across the county were joined by staff at
NORTH Cumbria’s NHS has been praised for its work to provide new mums with the best possible advice on breastfeeding. Health visitors at the Cumbria Partnership NHS Foundation Trust have been awarded UNICEF’s Stage 2 Baby Friendly Initiative accreditation
People are being encouraged to join a West Cumbrian choir to improve their health and make new friends. Whitehaven Male Voice Choir is looking for new members, and it has highlighted the findings of a number of doctors who have linked singing to
Volunteers are needed to help monitor river insect numbers in West Cumbria. West Cumbria Rivers Trust is seeking help to monitor the critters in the River Derwent catchment area, to help monitor river health and give early warning of water pollution
Carlisle United say they are still optimistic of keeping Stefan Scougall – but have warned him “the door will shut” if they sign other players in his position. The Scottish midfielder is the last of four players offered new terms by the Blues to
TORY leadership hopeful Rory Stewart says he has “no problem” being the “stop Boris” candidate - and would “love” to go against Mr Johnson in the final two. The Penrith and the Border MP was speaking after making it through to the next stage of
Carlisle United have said they were told “at the beginning of talks” with Jamie Devitt that he had no intention of staying at Brunton Park. This was, the Blues insist, “made very clear” to them early in a summer which has been dominated by the
Councillors will discuss plans for 370 new homes on the outskirts of Whitehaven next week. It is recommended that members of Copeland’s planning panel agree to visit the earmarked land at Harras Moor before making any decisions on the application
The former leader of Allerdale has blasted the new executive amid claims they are “closing the council down” and keeping the public in the dark. Labour leader Alan Smith made the comments just weeks after the new Independent leader Marion Fitzgerald
IT WAS a poignant moment as hundreds of people gathered at a Carlisle mart to pay their respects to a giant in the livestock auctioneering world. Farmers, livestock breeders and business leaders’ from all corners of the UK had gathered not for the
SPONSORED CONTENT STAGECOACH Cumbria and North Lancashire has launched a brand-new bursary scheme to support junior sports clubs across Carlisle. The bursary scheme, named Tomorrow’s Local Legends, has £3,000 in funding to give away to local teams
