Callum Guy is in the running for the FLW Fans’ Player of the Season after a stellar campaign for Carlisle United. The midfielder's season saw him play a pivotal role at the heart of Chris Beech's side, and his impressive performances have earned
AN APPRENTICESHIP provider in Carlisle has launched their new Warehouse and Storage Apprenticeship designed to support people in finding a career route. System People have launched the course to help people take advantage of the rising digital
A CARLISLE pub is giving a whole new meaning to breakfast in bed as it offers free breakfasts to punters brave enough to wear their pyjamas to the pub this weekend. The Turf Tavern Hungry Horse pub on Newmarket Road is offering a free breakfast
Almost 100 properties could be left without power this week. Electricity North West has scheduled a power cut for Friday (June 11), with up to 97 customers in the Keswick area expected to be hit. Clive Wilkinson, operations director at Electricity
FAMILIES turned out in force for a west Cumbrian autism charity’s event, which was designed to let families know they are not alone. Bee Unique, based in Ghyllhead near Flimby, was set up by a family who know first hand what it is like to raise
NORTH Cumbria’s NHS Trust has marked the six-month anniversary of the first Covid-19 vaccines being delivered. This week, the vaccine rollout programme has reached those aged over 25 but North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust revealed
THREE organisations behind a major development in Carlisle city centre have refused to rule out knocking down a prominent art-deco building – sparking a strong response from readers. Carlisle City Council, Cumbria County Council and the University
In today’s gallery, we look back on wholesome days of courage, bravery and determination at an important event in Carlisle. The Race For Life has been held in Carlisle for many years to rapturous support and participation during the summer months
Carers Week has begun to help all those who care for loved ones. Running until June 13 the annual campaign seeks to raise awareness for caring, highlighting the challenges unpaid carers face and recognising the contribution they make to families
WORKINGTON Town Boss Chris Thorman says that despite a lofty league position there’s still a bit of work to be done by the squad. Town currently sit joint second in the Betfred League 1 table, but Thorman says there is still more to come from his
A community youth organisation are fearing for their survival as they search for a new space to hold their sessions. The Border Reiver Cadets (BRC) would normally hold their sessions at the Petteril Bank Community Centre, but are struggling for
A YOUNG woman on trial for murder has given her account of what happened as Carlisle man Lee McKnight was subjected to a "ferocious" attack in her home. Over 90 minutes this afternoon, Coral Edgar, 26, told a Carlisle Crown Court jury what she
A TRUSTED Carlisle salesman who was secretly abusing drugs and gambling carried out a £34,000 fraud against his employer in a desperate bid to clear his debts. Anthony Crangle, 25, was jailed after Carlisle Crown Court heard he used customer accounts
MUTUAL support sessions are available for parents and carers of children with autism, organised by an Allerdale based charity. Bee Unique, an autism charity based at Ghyllhead House, Flimby have organised a series of tea and coffee mornings at
A KNIFE-wielding man robbed staff at a Bargain Booze store in the city. At the city's crown court, Jack Connor Little , 28, entered a guilty plea to the offence, which he committed at Old Raffles Parade store on April 20. Judge Nicholas Barker
DRIVERS have been warned that one lane is closed and there is slow traffic due to an accident on the A69 Westbound between A68 (Stagshaw Roundabout, Corbridge) and A6079 (Bridge End Roundabout, Hexham).
This four-bed detached traditional farmhouse tucked away in the countryside is currently available. The "beautiful" residential, agricultural and sporting estate is located at Higham Estate, Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth. On Zoopla it is
Two conservation charities have joined forces to tackle an invasive species causing chaos in Cumbria’s eco system. For the third year running, Friends of the Lake District have partnered with South Cumbria Rivers Trust to call for a network of
Carlisle is to host its first ever Hawker Market later this week. The city centre event will take place between tomorrow and Sunday. It will be the first of its kind, featuring street food, seating areas and entertainment from local performers
Cumbrian soft play centres have been named in the top ten in the whole of the UK. A survey carried out by Electric Cars UK, using reviews on Trip Advisor found that soft play centres in Cumbria were rated in ninth for cleanliness in the whole of
It has been revealed that a doctor from the University of Cumbria has been leading a double life – in a good way. Leadership and coaching lecturer Dr Ron Lawson is an academic at the university’s business school working with learners in Cumbria
Cumbria's Director of Public Health has urged those who will be eligible for a Covid-19 vaccine aged 25 to 29 to receive their first doses. It was announced by Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Matt Hancock that people aged 25 to 29
A DISPLAY and special service marked the anniversary of the tragic 2010 shootings. The Parish Church of St Mary and St Michael, at Egremont, last week marked the eleventh anniversary of the Derrick Bird shootings, which took place on June 2, 2010
RENOWNED for tractors, combines and balers, New Holland’s range of attachments can often be overlooked but they offer the same high-quality, expertly-designed solutions to the needs of farmers today as their larger stablemates. Following their acquisition
In its monthly look at the Red Tractor farm assurance scheme, Farmer asks its Cereals, Oilseeds and Sugar Beet Board chair, Guy Smith, why crops grown in the north west for biofuel still need standards. Former NFU Deputy President Guy Smith took
A tourism boost could be in the offing for a West Cumbria village if plans for a holiday site get the go ahead. In a vision submitted to Copeland Borough Council, it has been proposed that land adjacent to Partfield House at Drigg would become
VANDALS have been accused of "potentially putting children's lives at risk" by taking screws and bolts from play equipment in a Whitehaven park. Copeland mayor Mike Starkie said he was "absolutely appalled" by the damage in Castle Park over the
Two kind volunteers will be taking place in an arduous sporting challenge to raise funds for dementia services right here in North Cumbria. Volunteers Jordan Mattinson and his good friend Callum Swindale are taking part in the John West Great North
TWO conservation charities have joined forces to tackle an invasive species causing chaos in Cumbria’s ecosystem. For the third year running, Friends of the Lake District have partnered with South Cumbria Rivers Trust to call for a network of volunteers
A plan for a revamp of a pets rehoming centre in West Cumbria has gained the go-ahead from the council In a vision outlined to Copeland Borough Council, two ancillary building & 12.no cat pods will be built at ANIMAL Concern Rescue's Mary Irwin
WORKINGTON Councillor’s have said more needs to be done for the young people of the town after reports of anti-social behaviour over the weekend. The incidents occurred in the Bankfield area of the town with young people reportedly leaving broken
A MAN has been jailed after a court heard about how he brazenly stole garden furniture from a person who owed him £5 for a television. Craig Appleby, 33, who admitted theft and breaching the terms of a suspended sentence order, committed the theft
Magistrates have imposed a restraining order on a 36-year-old Cleator Moor man after he admitted harassment. Robert Thomas Ryan, of Ennerdale Road, Cleator Moor, committed the offence between March 5 and March 11, Workington’s magistrates’ court
Scientists have revealed that simply playing the right music could attract bees to your garden this summer, as studies show bee population could be completed depleted by the year 2138. As temperatures continue to rise in the UK, scientists from
Undoubtedly, when many of us picture our dream home, the result would not be too dissimilar to this delightful historic Carlisle property. St Ann's House house dates back to the Georgian era and is situated high above the River Eden. It is listed
ONE lucky Cumbrian is about to become £1.3 million richer thanks to the national lottery. On Monday, it was revealed that a winning Lotto ticket had been sold in Carlisle - but the £1,388,344 prize had yet to be claimed. Now, Camelot UK Lotteries
Two casualties were taken to hospital after suffering serious injuries in a two vehicle collision. Police were called at 3:40pm to the report of a two vehicle collision on the B5344 near Moss woods between Seascale and the A595 on Tuesday June
A woman from Penrith is in a critical condition following a serious two vehicle crash on Saturday. Cumbria Police were called to the B6260 Orton Scar road at 4pm on Saturday June 5 to the report of a two vehicle road traffic collision. The
A virtual awards event is set to shine a light on social workers in Cumbria. The charity which organises the Social Worker of the Year Awards is on the lookout for outstanding social workers in the county who have gone the extra mile to make a positive
Readers have been sharing their thoughts about the story following the objection to the Home Bargains shop that is being planned to open in Gateway 44 Retail Park in Carlisle. The vision has met with opposition from The Lanes over concerns that
Touching tributes have poured in following the sudden loss of a “lovely” young singer and rugby supporter. Tuqiri Blackwell, of Mirehouse, Whitehaven, tragically passed away last Monday aged 18. She was a talented performer - joining Stage
MAGISTRATES have imposed a 42-month driving ban on a Maryport motorist who has admitted drink driving. Paul John Thompson, 53, of King Street, Maryport, pleaded guilty to the offence when he appeared at Workington Magistrates' Court. He committed
A NATIONAL cinema chain in Carlisle has denied rumours that have been circulating on social media that they have been contacted by NHS track and Trace. Denying that they have been contacted a Vue spokesman said: “We have had no communication from
The discovery of anti-Semitic graffiti on the walls of Carlisle Castle has been met with fury. Police say they are investigating incident of racially aggravated criminal damage on the outer walls of the historic castle. The graffiti was found
A webinar to draw attention to the upcoming impacts of a change in laws affecting many restaurants, bars and pubs in Cumbria is to be held. The webinar was created by Cumbria County Council Trading Standards Team as part of the Better Business
Copeland has been dubbed the perfect place for start-ups and entrepreneurs to grow and prosper. A discussion on the borough's opportunities was held last week, which saw managing director of The Entrepreneurs Group, Keith McMean, joined by Copeland
THOMAS Lydiate, a Local Land Agent and Chartered Surveyor has recently founded a small Rural Surveying Consultancy based in Carlisle. Having grown up on a small arable farm in West Lancashire, Thomas started work in the Ribble Valley before moving
LOCATED on the outskirts of Carlisle, the property is just a short drive into the city centre. The northern bypass makes is really easy to get to the north of the city, with Kingstown and the M6 accessible in just a few minutes. There are a number
One of Cumbria’s biggest motoring events is set to return this summer. The Cumbria Classic Weekend, organised by Wigton Motor Club, will take place on August 21 and 22. It will kick off with the Rose and Thistle Challenge Tour on the Saturday
HISTORY has been made with the county's first match overseen by two female umpires taking place at Cleator Moor. Mary Smith has been umpiring cricket matches for more than 40 years and oversaw the game with Keavy Horricks at the weekend. This
A year after opening, an eco-friendly design studio is setting its heights high as it looks to the future. Set up on June 8 last year, Studio Walden is a sustainable eco-friendly design studio that produces works through renewable processes and
THE young woman who is on trial accused of luring Lee McKnight to her Carlisle home before he was “beaten to the point of death” told a jury she felt sorry for him and his family. Coral Edgar, 26, made the comment while giving evidence in the murder
Emergency services were forced to close a main road after a horrific crash left a little boy pinned in a car. On Sunday firefighters from Brampton on-call station were called to action alongside Carlisle East firefighters at a serious crash on the
Proposals from Boundary Commission for England to change several parliamentary constituency boundaries may have an effect on Cumbria. For Cumbria, the main impact could potentially be seen in the Westmorland and Lonsdale constituency, a Liberal
