Carlisle United 2 Blackpool 1: In a recent interview, former EFL chief executive Shaun Harvey said he had wanted to hold cup draws in space. The natural step, you might think, given the lack of atmosphere that continues to pervade his pet competition
A pair of quickfire second-half goals earned Workington Reds a 3-1 win in an absorbing FA Trophy preliminary round replay against Droylsden. The hard-fought but richly-deserved victory in front of 401 supporters at a chilly Borough Park secured
Workington Reds hold a slender 1-0 lead at half time in their FA Trophy preliminary round replay against Droylsden. Scott Allison gave Reds the advantage when he diverted Dav Symington's low cross past visiting goalkeeper Chris Thompson in front
Workington Reds manager Danny Grainger will return to the starting line-up as a player tonight when his side take on Droylsden at Borough Park in an FA Trophy preliminary round replay (7.45pm kick-off). With Gari Rowntree ruled out due to a hamstring
Carlisle Utd 2 Blackpool 1: Canice Carroll hit a late winner for Carlisle United in the Leasing.com Trophy in front of Brunton Park's sixth-lowest crowd. Brentford loan midfielder Carroll wrongfooted keeper Chris Mafoumi with a fine strike from
A LABOUR councillor has been re-nominated in his role supporting Copeland council’s workforce after doing an “excellent job”. Sam Pollen, who represents Egremont, has been the overview and scrutiny panel’s representative on the STTUG (Single Table
Director of football David Holdsworth says Steven Pressley will be under no illusions that things must improve at Carlisle United. Holdsworth would not be drawn on whether the manager’s position was in immediate doubt after a poor run that has
A WIGTON farmer has been fined after a Trading Standards investigation found he had failed to properly dispose of animal carcasses. John Richardson Armstrong of Raby Cote, Kirkbride, near Wigton, appeared at Carlisle Magistrates’ Court last Wednesday
Police are investigating after a number of cars were vandalised in Whitehaven over the weekend. Vandals caused “considerable damage” to two cars parked on Richmond Hill Road in Hensingham. The incident happened at around 10pm on Saturday night
A three-year-old girl with an inoperable brain tumour will achieve her dream of meeting Disney princesses at the end of this month, with the help of her caring school friends. Arabella Kelly and her parents are looking forward to a well-deserved
Cumbria Police are looking for help in tracking down an HGV carrying an orange excavator, which caused significant damage to an Appleby bridge. The HGV, described by a police spokesman as being "a blue and white coloured HGV low-loader, which was
Police are investigating a series of thefts that have struck an industrial area of Workington over the past few months. There has been numerous incidents in the Clay Flatts area, with the latest happening on October 14 between 4.30pm and 4am the
A number of tools, including two cement mixers, have been stolen in a burglary in Workington. Police are investigating a theft from a garage behind Holyoake Terrace, on Wednesday, October 9 between 2pm and 5.20pm. Tools were taken including a
Two people have received minor injuries after an alleged assault. Police are investigating the incident which occurred around 3.30pm on Saturday, October 5 on Honister Drive, Workington. It is reported to have involved two men and a woman. One
FOUR firefighters embarked on a gruelling 69 mile challenge to raise vital funds for the Cumberland Infirmary in Carlisle. Gretna firefighters Malcolm Crosbie, Graeme Hunter, Mark McCarthy and Stephen Allen set off last Saturday shortly after 6am
Could that old family heirloom be secretly worth thousands? An antique valuation event in Carlisle will reveal the true value of antiques in the city. The antique valuation event, hosted by AWAZ Cumbria, will be a chance to learn more about the
An Army test group was told it was marching "inside the window" of safe operation on the hottest day of the year before a soldier fatally collapsed, an inquest heard. Corporal Joshua Hoole, described as "fit, capable and determined", died within
Workington Reds should have their two top-scorers back in the squad for tonight’s FA Trophy preliminary round replay against Droylsden. Reds welcome Saturday’s opponents to Borough Park (7.45pm kick-off) after a 1-1 draw which they earned without
THE daughter of a man killed after being hit by a driver on the A66 has described how her family’s world was torn apart by his death. James Greenwood, 61, suffered fatal injuries when he was struck by a BMW 1 series while crossing the road on foot
A bomb disposal team has been called out to a property in Bigrigg. Police and an Explosives Ordnance Disposal team attended Downfield Lane earlier today, following concerns that a potentially explosive substance had been found at the property.
A FORMER refugee who fled horrors in his homeland has shared his story to offer hope to those making a new life. Jean Pierre Mugenga, 40, who now lives in Carlisle, escaped from Rwanda as the genocide took hold there in 1994. He has now forged
The AA has unveiled its Restaurant Guide 2020 to the best cuisine in Britain and an incredible 67 Cumbrian restaurants are featured this year. The Guide contains over 2,000 restaurants currently awarded Rosettes for culinary excellence by the AA
Two Carlisle fire crews were called out today to deal with a car that had crashed into a bungalow. Shortly before 12pm today, crews from Carlisle East and Carlisle West Fire Stations attended the one vehicle crash on Lichen Grove in the Raffles
Cumbria has seen a slight rise in unemployment – with Carlisle taking the brunt for third month running. Latest figures from the Office for National Statistics found that 6,520 people claimed Jobseeker’s Allowance or received support through Universal
A FORMER Carlisle United footballer has been told he could go to prison after he admitted drink driving over a crash which left a former Blues defender seriously injured. Tom Lawrence, who played 11 games for The Blues on loan between 2013 and 2014
BREXIT continues to dominate the political agenda - and to divide the county’s MPs. Cumbrian politicians weighed in with their thoughts following the Queen’s Speech yesterday. Pomp and pageantry were on full show in Westminster for the state opening
Brides donned their wedding finery for a second time to raise cash for charity. Rachael McGlennon from Blush Bridal in Whitehaven organised a Brides’ Ball in the town’s Westminster Cafe, which raised £620 for Children with Cancer UK Brides, bridesmaids
A mum has said she “can’t continue in this way” after her partner hit, spat and pushed her over in view of their two children. Carlisle's magistrates’ court heard how Jacek Zygadlo attacked his partner after she returned home from shopping on the
A young Staffie has represented the UK at an international dog show – and proved himself to be top dog. Teddy the 12-month-old Staffordshire Bull Terrier recently proved himself a champion at the International Staffordshire Match. And owner Debbie
A Cumbrian housebuilder has helped a Whitehaven man prepare himself for the world of work. Story Homes, working with Carlisle Jobcentre Plus and career management organisation Inspira, offered Mark Bowers, 20, a day of work experience at its Edgehill
Controversial plans to transform a landmark Maryport church into a nightclub and wedding venue look set to be rejected. Objectors are concerned that Christ Church, owned by London-based entrepreneur Yung Dan Liu, will lead to noise pollution, increased
A NINETY-one-year-old man has been charged with sexually assaulting two girls. Frederick Arthur Bartlett, of High Weasdale, Kirkby Stephen, was due to appear before magistrates at Carlisle's Rickergate Court today. Prosecutors say the offences
The boss of Cumbria's Local Enterprise Partnership is preparing to chair a keynote session at a major energy conference Cumbria LEP's chief executive, Jo Lappin, will take on the role at the Energy and Clean Growth in the Northern Powerhouse Conference
OFFICERS in Cumbria have praised the success of a week of action against rural crime. Last week Cumbria Police held a week-long campaign, which was coordinated by the National Police Chiefs' Council. The week began on the evening of October 6
Some parents locked into a bitter dispute over strict discipline at a Carlisle secondary school have vowed to take their fight all the way to Downing Street. Our readers had their say on the News & Star’s Facebook page. Should be welcoming strict
The UK’s chief nuclear inspector has highlighted the “considerable progress” being made to tackle hazards and risks at the Sellafield site in West Cumbria. In his first annual report on the nuclear sector’s safety and security performance, Mark
Carlisle accountancy firm MoynanSmith has appointed two new members of staff. Hannah Ling joins the business as a tax adviser and Graham Simmons as an accounts and payroll assistant. MoynanSmith Chartered Accountants, based at Pacific House in
Wasdale Mountain Rescue Team were called out to help two walkers stuck on High Scarth Crag, Scafell. The team headed out just after 6.30pm last night to aid the walkers who’d become stuck on the hill after dark. Their position was determined
Proposals for a new Environment Bill have been dismissed as “election speak” by a Cumbrian climate change campaigner. Angela Burrow, a member of Extinction Rebellion Cumbria, spoke just hours after Boris Johnson set out the Government’s green credentials
In a more open and obvious way than I can remember for a long time, fans were coming over to the press box during Saturday’s game at Brunton Park, voicing their opinions on the team, the manager, the board and the state of the club. There was a
Seaton Rangers have missed out on a place in the National Conference League for next season. Indeed no new teams have been accepted this time after Distington and Ellenborough both failed in their applications last year because they did not meet
Law firm Burnetts has consolidated its position in the profession as it has made the leading legal bible Chambers. Fourteen lawyers from Burnetts have been recognised by the prestigious guide, with the firm recommended for its expertise in practice
Steven Pressley insists Carlisle United’s season must be taken one game at a time despite growing criticism of the Blues’ predicament. The United boss is under increased pressure after the Cumbrians’ fall to fifth-bottom in League Two. There
Four West Cumbrian homes are set to go under the hammer with a nil reserve price tag. A three-bedroomed, semi-detached house at Cumberland Road in Hensingham, Whitehaven, and a pair of two-bedroomed, mid-terraced houses at Ennerdale Road in Cleator
HOUSING teams in Carlisle have directly helped more than 1,000 families facing homelessness in the last 12 months. The city authority has also provided 280 households with supported emergency accommodation in this time, including for vulnerable
FIRE crews were scrambled to a Harraby warehouse in the middle of the night. An engine from Carlisle East and West's stations were sent to Cavaghan and Gray, on Brunel Way, just after 4.30am this morning (Tuesday). A spokesman from Carlisle East
A FREE afternoon of live music is not what you would expect to be booming out of HMV on a Saturday afternoon. But, in Carlisle, the store manager has plans to give Cumbrian musicians the chance to play and sell their albums in the high street shop
A MAN has appeared in court charged with the murder of his 64-year-old partner in Keswick. Patrick Webster, 62, is accused of murdering Katrina Fletcher who was found with serious head injuries at her home in St Kentigern Place on September 11.
Music and dance acts are set to fill the stage at Whitehaven's Christmas lights-switch on next month. Numerous groups are set to perform at the jam-packed event on Sunday, November, 17. An Ed Sheeran tribute act will take to the CFM stage on
CALLS are growing for the return of statues celebrating Workington’s unique sporting heritage after they were vandalised and removed seven years ago. The statues paying tribute to the Uppies & Downies’ Medieval Easter game were the last work of
WATER engineer work is due to restart on pipes under one of the main routes into the city centre today. The work on Warwick Road is expected to take place for around six weeks. Temporary two-way traffic lights will be in place between Botcherby
A BRAVE police officer raced after a banned motorist at speeds of up to 140mph. Magistrates heard that Daanyaal Choudhury was spotted by PC Simon Smith racing down the M6 in a BMW last Monday. PC Smith, part of the county’s mobile support group
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