A MOTORCYCLE Action Group will ride across West Cumbria for two charities. The group will take on their Two Tins Christmas Ride In on Sunday, picking up tinned food donations for Age UK and Animal Concern. Anyone can join the bikers on their
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A CARLISLE woman has revealed the secrets to her long life after celebrating her 100th birthday. Lillian Kennedy, was born in Great Broughton near Cockermouth on November 11, 1919, the first year of Remembrance, a day that will never be forgotten
Little Mix tribute act Little Fix is just one part of a feast of festive entertainment at the Maryport Navy Club over the coming weeks. There have been rumours in recent weeks that the club was to close but a packed programme says otherwise.
STUDENTS got a first-hand look at how Japan is regenerating following the devastating tsunami which hit the country eight years ago. Sixth formers from Egremont’s West Lakes Academy spent eight days in Tokyo and Fukushima, visiting schools and meeting
PREPARE to hear the porkiest of pies and see noses growing so far that they hit you in the eye – it’s that time of year again to see who truly is the World’s Biggest Liar. The Bridge Inn at Santon Bridge will once again host the contest, sponsored
A pensioner has been warned to keep her dog under control or it will be destroyed. Brenda Frances Parsons, 81, of South Parade, Seascale, appeared at West Cumbria Magistrates Court on Friday and pleaded guilty to having an out of control dog.
A music teacher is asking the community to donate their unwanted instruments to autistic school pupils. Musician and vocal coach Steve Falcon shared his plea to social media, urging his friends and family to hand over instruments they no longer
A MOTORIST who drove at speeds exceeding 90 miles per hour has been fined. Darren Richardson, 29, of Birkby, Maryport pleaded guilty to driving at 91mph on the A1 dual carriageway at Barrowby Thorns, Lincolnshire. He was given no extra points
One-in-five patients attending north and west Cumbria’s accident and emergency departments were not seen within the target four hours. Hospital performance in England was at its worst level on record in October, with A&E departments failing
The investors behind the deal for Eddie Stobart have revealed the key role a son of the haulier’s founder will play in the troubled company’s turnaround. Isle of Man-based international asset management firm DBAY Advisors say William Stobart –
Former Blues loan striker Mark Cullen struck a late winner as Gavin Skelton's first Carlisle United match in caretaker charge ended in defeat. Substitute Cullen headed home in the 83rd minute for Port Vale on Saturday after Byron Webster failed
Police are appealing for information after a man has been left with a broken jaw and burns. Officers were called just before 6pm yesterday to a house on Spencer Street in Carlisle. Two men and a teenager have been arrested and remain in police
A CARLISLE man has been given a suspended prison sentence after being found guilty of two counts of harassment. Daniel Shannon Christie, 34, of Langdale Avenue, off Dalston Road, pleaded not guilty to the harassment of two different people when
A SIXTY-seven-year-old woman has admitted defrauding a Workington pensioner out of more than £75,000. Phyllis Woods, who met her victim on a dating website, pleaded guilty to four offences when she appeared before Carlisle Crown Court today.
An accountancy firm has given its backing to a campaign to improve people's money management across the UK. Lamont Pridmore is urging people to take the necessary action to organise their financial affairs as part of Talk Money Talk Pensions Week
Maryport Coastguard Rescue Team are a 14-person crew of highly trained and skilled volunteers dedicated to saving lives. Based on the harbourside in Maryport, they are ready to respond to taskings from HM Coastguard’s Coastguard Operations Centre
Carlisle United last week sacked manager Steven Pressley with chairman Andrew Jenkins citing no “evidence of progress” behind the decision. Our readers had their say on the News & Star website and Facebook page. It’s been coming for weeks now.
A CRIMINAL whose offending has been fuelled by heroin addiction has been jailed for burgling a house in Carlisle. The city's crown court heard how Ryan Ferguson, 25, who committed his latest offence on September 29, was caught after he raided a
England's Cumbrian all-rounder Ben Stokes is using David Warner to sell his new book, according to Australia captain Tim Paine. In his book, which is being serialised, 28-year-old Stokes claims Warner’s sledging motivated him in his match-winning
PUPILS at Seaton Junior School are celebrating after winning four trophies in a music competition. The school’s choir won the junior choir and the hymn singing sections and was overall junior winner and overall choir winner at Workington Musical
A WOULD-BE buyer has tabled a bid that could transform a derelict factory in west Cumbria. The future of the old Kangol site in Cleator Moor has been in doubt, but now momentum appears to be growing in the drive to revive the area. Sellafield
Delays this morning on the M6 were caused by two different car crashes. Police were called to a report a car had crashed just north of Junction 39 on the M6. Officers were called just after 8am to recover a red BMW from the central reservation
SCORES of motorcyclists dressed for Christmas roared into Carlisle city centre to mark the annual launch of a Christmas toy appeal. It was a spectacular show of support for Mission Christmas run by CFM’s Cash 4 Kids, in conjunction with the News
Carlisle United have today said they are seeking a new "head coach" - and will not make an appointment before their next game. In their first comment on the process of replacing Steven Pressley, the club said they had received more than 100 applicants
Families across the UK are beginning to prepare for festive celebrations, but at Barnardo’s our focus is helping and supporting vulnerable children who may be missing out on the joy of Christmas. This could be because they are leaving care, have
A pair of well-known guests from the world of rugby league will speak at the next event organised by Workington Town’s Vice-Presidents. Nigel Wood, the ex-CEO of the Rugby Football League and now chairman to the Rugby League International Federation
Theatre by the Lake has announced next year’s line-up of plays - including five world premieres. Among the shows on offer will be the comedy musical Malory Towers, based on the Enid Blyton books about a post-war all-girl school. There will
BRAVE volunteers bared their soles to walk over hot coals and broken glass to raise money for a local animal charity. They hot-footed over glowing embers and shards of glass for the event at Oak Tree Animals's Charity, based at Wetheral. The
A DASH of magic, a scattering of lights and a sea of bobble-hats flooded Whitehaven’s streets, as the town’s Christmas officially began. With acts including an Ed Sheeran tribute, Soundwave choir, Sing Stars and more raising the community’s spirits
CARLISLE is now lit up and ready for Christmas, following the annual big switch-on event in the city centre. Thousands arrived to see the city’s mayor, Councillor Marilyn Bowman flick the switch at 5pm yesterday. Prior to the big moment, crowds
A new signposting service to support people with a range of issues is looking for volunteers. Marra Time, which is held at Moorclose library, is appealing for people to come help deliver the service. It offers advice and support on health and
THIS December season a local charity is encouraging fundraisers to pull on a Christmas jumper, bake a festive cake or take part in a Yuletide quiz to help raise funds. Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw, Cumbria's Children's Hospice's festive Friday
Egremont Town Council supported several community concerns at their most recent council meeting. Adrian Cozens from North Lakes Foodbank was presented with a cheque for £3,000 to go towards the cost of providing a citizen’s advice worker to attend
The festive season got off to a great start in Cockermouth on Sunday as thousands turned out for the switching on of the Christmas lights. Sounds of Christmas music and excited children added to the atmosphere as crowds filled Main Street to see
Port Vale 2 Carlisle United 1: Whatever new broom Carlisle United opt for, it is going to take the entire hardware shop to get rid of the problems which turned this game from something promising into something very familiar. The Blues, under Steven
A Whitehaven man has told of his frustration after fighting for five weeks to try and recoup £1,700 that he spent on a Thomas Cook holiday. Peter Rothery, 61, had booked a Thomas Cook package holiday to Turkey, only for the company to go bust three
RESCUE teams had to rush to the aid of a mountain biker after he crashed while descending Skiddaw. A 31-year-old male crashed while coming down from the summit of Skiddaw towards Carl Side. As well as hitting his head, the biker lost consciousness
Police are warning drivers to take care after a number of crashes round Cumbria. Traffic is building up on the M6 after a crash leaving a vehicle upside down on the southbound carriageway. The M6 from J40 A66 Penrith to J39 B6261 Shap currently
The group of business people fronted by two former players who have made an approach to Carlisle United are seeking talks with billionaire Philip Day this week. They say discussions with Day, head of Blues backers Edinburgh Woollen Mill, will be
A MEMBER of Allerdale and Copeland Green Party is recommending a vote for Labour – and is urging his party members not to stand. Allan Todd made the plea at an emergency party meeting last week where members discussed whether or not to stand in
Aries (Mar21/Apr20) You’re working harder than ever but getting little reward for these efforts. It’s time to have a talk with your employer. If you have your own business, it’s time to hire additional staff or scale back your offerings. Adjustments
The challenges facing high street retailers are all too well known with increasing pressure for traders to adapt and experiment in order to survive. Perhaps one of the best examples of a business that has moved with the times to prosper is CHO,
Efforts to crackdown on modern slavery will see staff from safeguarding organisations across Cumbria given special training to spot the signs. Last year, more than 200 intelligence reports were recorded by the county’s police force, with 24 people
If the UK is to prosper the next government must focus on infrastructure, skills and other priorities for business, Cumbria Chamber of Commerce says. The chamber has today launched a Manifesto for Business, ahead of the General Election on December
