IT’s been almost a year since the pandemic struck and life as we knew it came to a halt. Shops, museums and pubs are just some venues that have been forced to remain shut over the last year. However, with the emergence of the coronavirus vaccine
A BANNED driver whose excessive speed and aggression at the wheel caused an accident which left two people seriously injured has been jailed. Carlisle Crown Court heard that Lee Cooney, 44, whose past record of 131 offences includes six previous
POLICE who raided a house in Carlisle which was the HQ of a county lines drug dealing operation found a crossbow on the landing, loaded and pointing at the front door. At the city's crown court today, a judge handed down lengthy jail terms to two
A INITIATIVE to encourage people to take up sign language has been launched. The Signs4Life scheme has been set up to help people to engage with children and adults with hearing difficulties. Hana Riaz,the organisation's partnerships officer
THE FINAL report of the Government’s review of business rates will now be published in the Autumn "when there is more economic certainty". The announcement was made on Friday, the initial review had been launched by the chancellor, Rishi Sunak,
Cumbria County Council has undertaken "significant work" to address climate change. Celia Tibble, the county council's cabinet member for environment, outlined some of the authority's recent undertakings to tackle climate change at Thursday's full
EXPERTS in the nuclear industry have said that one third of the UK’s clean energy could be produced by nuclear power by 2050 – potentially putting Copeland at the forefront of the climate strategy. The Nuclear Industry Association has published
WorkBuzz has announced the winners of the 2020/2021 Best Franchise Awards, sponsored by Llyods Bank, at a virtual ceremony that was held earlier this month. Multi-award winning Razzamataz Theatre School, in which Razzamataz West Cumbria and Carlisle
NEWS and Star readers were divided on the ethics of evicting renters during the coronavirus pandemic. Data from the Ministry of Justice showed seven possession claims for tenants' homes in Carlisle between October and December. While this was
The family of Parker, the Labrador puppy who died after being swept into a river on Saturday have spoken about the "amazing response" and help. The six-month-old puppy fell into the river at the Suspension Bridge on Rickerby Park in Carlisle at
Innovative Cumbrian businesses have made a massive difference to the lives of many during the Covid-19 pandemic. In the case of Roots Natural Food Market, based in Carlisle, a combination of a passion for helping the wider community keep healthy
Epilepsy affects millions of people around the world, but it can also affect our pets too. Knowing what symptoms to look out for is key, so PDSA vet nurse Nina Downing has put together useful tips for pet owners. “It can be very upsetting if
Former Carlisle United favourite Clint Hill has been reunited with Joey Barton in League One. The ex-Blues defender has been confirmed as Barton's new assistant manager at Bristol Rovers. It follows Barton's appointment as boss at the Memorial
Fans could return to some football grounds in April as part of new "pilot" events as England prepares for the gradual easing of the Covid-19 lockdown. The Government has announced that test events will be held ahead of a planned return of up to
Carlisle United’s two games over Easter weekend have both been moved back a day. The Blues have confirmed that games against Southend and Scunthorpe will now be played on the Saturday and Tuesday respectively. United had initially been due
Latest figures reveal that four more people have died of Coronavirus at North Cumbria Integrated Care Trust over the weekend. Figures from NHS England show 494 people died in hospital at North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust as of
THE COASTGUARD has posted an update on the "mystery device" found near a Whitehaven car park after fears were raised that it was "possible ordnance". A 200m safety corden had been put in place near the North Shore Car Park, and the bomb squad
A motorbike rider was stopped and had his vehicle seized by police after drawing attention to himself by speeding. Cumbria roads police were parked down a side street yesterday when a motorbike rider was spotted accelerating "hard and at speed"
Cumbria Police have confirmed that a body has been found in Cumbria in the early hours of this morning. A spokesperson for the force said: "Police can confirm that the body of a man was found in the area of Whitrigg, Bowness on Solway at around
We are hearing reports of a road traffic accident on the A66, which is impacting on traffic. The report is that a lorry has overturned and is on its side in a field at Mainsgill. This is blocking traffic both ways at the area, and would affect
Pubs and restaurants remain closed in England, however, they are allowed to offer food and non-alcoholic drinks via takeaway, click-and-collect and drive-through, details of their reopening are due to be included in the announcement of a new Government
Cumbria’s Police and Crime Commissioner, Peter McCall has agreed the policing budget for the next financial year. Following support from the public, the Chief Constable and the Police and Crime Panel the budget was approved and the precept for 2021
COMMUNITIES across the Eden district are being invited to engage in Covid-secure arts activities and events, both on and offline. Eden District Council has teamed up with Highlights Eden to to launch a range of activities which will be centred around
A Carlisle City Counicllor has suggested having surveillance equipment installed at Rickerby Park. Stanwix Councillor Elizabeth Mallinson said the latest spate of vandal attacks at Rickerby Park were the “last straw”, and that she is discussing
THE coast to coast cycle path is soon to have a new stop-off point in Cumbria as work on a £27,000 project gets underway. Work to connect the town of Cleator Moor with two sections of the route is set to begin this week. The two paths from Jacktrees
This week we meet two cats that have already been adopted and have happily settled in their new homes. WARWICK Warwick was rescued several years ago from the river bank near Warwick Bridge, hence the name! He appeared to have been dumped and
A BANNED driver arrested for driving a tractor on a residential Carlisle street claimed he had coronavirus – and then spat at a police officer. But Barry Doswell’s appalling behaviour earned him a jail sentence when he appeared at the city’s Rickergate
An MP has hit back at opposition critics over his involvement in a group lobbying against the coal mine, despite being one of its most ardent supporters. Labour councillor Mike Hawkins has quizzed Workington MP Mark Jenkinson on why he is part of
Cumbria fire crews responded to more than 1,000 false alarms in a year, including dozens of malicious hoaxers putting lives in 'serious danger'. Home Office data shows that more than a third of all incidents attended by the Cumbria Fire and Rescue
OFFICERS have put out an appeal after items were taken from a trailer. Dumfries Galloway Police Division have called for information after the incident in a yard on Braehead, Langholm, between Monday and Thursday last week. A spokesman said
Fire crews were called out yesterday after a fire at a property in Waverton. Two fire engines attended a chimney fire at a house at Waverton village, Waverton on February 21. They were called at 11.54am. Firefighters used a height safety pack
THE BOMB squad has been called to a 'mystery object' in Whitehaven. Maryport, and Whitehaven, Coastguard Rescue Teams have put in place a 200m security cordon after 'possible ordance' was found near the North Shore Car Park as part of an ongoing
Officers are appealing for information after a serious assault in which a man sustained a fractured eye socket near Penrith town centre. The assault took place close to the park on Mill Street, Penrith on December 27, 2020 at about 7.30pm - however
Witnesses are being sought after an assault and theft of a bike which occurred in Carlisle. The incident happened on Wednesday, February 10 at around 4.30pm, on the corner of Aglionby Street and Warwick Square. It has been reported to police
Boris Johnson will outline his plans to ease lockdown in England later today after details emerged out of Downing Street on Sunday night. The Prime Minister is expected to address the nation at around 7pm this evening after spending the afternoon
Boris Johnson is expected to outline his ‘road map’ this afternoon detailing how he plans to lead the country out of a third national lockdown. The Prime Minister has said easing England’s lockdown will be based on a “cautious and prudent approach
George Tanner hopes he and Carlisle United can make up for lost time after his goalscoring impact against Salford City. The right-back scored against his former club in the Blues’ 1-1 draw. It came in Tanner’s second game back after a collarbone
TWENTY years ago today marks the first case recorded of a disease that triggered an animal health and economic crisis which devastated agriculture and just about shut down tourism. The outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease led to more than six million
The owners of a guesthouse have been given a welcome boost after the Keswick branch of Booths agreed to sell their charity cookbook “Bakes from the Lakes” in store. More than £2,500 has been raised from the sales of Glencoe Guesthouse owners Sally
To commemorate the anniversary of the founding of the Scouts Movement, volunteers and young people alike are being encouraged to thank two people of their choosing from their local community. The Scouts are asking volunteers, young people and parents
IN these latest shots photographers have been capturing the best of this stunning county's scenes from February including signs that we are edging ever closer to spring. We've got stunning depictions of truly breathtaking sights from some of Cumbria's
A PROLIFIC thief stole from a store after police raided his home and seized all of his money, a court heard. Peter Martin Vickers, 44, of Carlisle, received a criminal behaviour order in 2019 after a shoplifting spree netted him goods worth £2,500
Every week we help new parents celebrate the birth of their brand new baby boys and girls. In each of our three weekly titles – The Cumberland News, the Times & Star and the Whitehaven News – we help celebrate the arrival of north and west Cumbria
The PDSA vet answers all your queries from making sure human food is safe for a pet, whether to allow your pet a litter and more. Dear PDSA Vet I sometimes give my dog a few scraps from our Sunday roast, but I’ve heard onion and garlic can be
AS we move into 2021, no-one would have thought we would still be in a lockdown situation at the start of another year!! writes Farmer columnist, Heather Pritchard. Looking back and reflecting on the livestock markets as to how they have adapted
Dodd & Co has a long history of ‘growing their own’, and are well known for their specialist knowledge, great communication and enthusiastic personality, but most of all, being so much more than just accountants and tax advisers! Staff development
An ex-racing Greyhound, who spent about five years of his life living in a shed, has been receiving lots of TLC on Dogs Trust’s Home From Home fostering programme. Seven-year-old Boo, who was named by his foster carer, has been adjusting well in
A LEADING teacher is calling for clarity for teachers, students and parents as the Government prepares to outline the "roadmap" out of the coronavirus lockdown. Ministers are reviewing the restrictions ahead of an announcement by Prime Minister
In many way, the year 1997 ranks as one of the most significant in British history in living memory. It was a tumultuous and transformative year littered with historic moments from landslide election wins to the death of a much-loved princess.
Walking the dog has become one of the few opportunities to get outside for some fresh air during lockdown, but it has come at a cost. A Carlisle rubbish collection company says that dog poo litter is up 200 per cent, a clear indicator that not
The Cumbria Wildlife Trust has recently issued a public notice warning people not to feed the fell ponies at Clints Quarry nature reserve. The Trust issued the plea after several "well-meaning" passers-by tried feeding the ponies after assuming
A GROUP of Cumbrian sculptors are planning an outdoor sculpture trail following on from the success of their display last year. Cumbrian Sculptors hope to hold the outdoor trail, which will showcase dozens of pieces from talented sculptors from
