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Homes evacuated near school over concerns of landslip following torrential rain
PROPERTIES have been evacuated following concerns of a landslip in a West Cumbrian coastal village. Police and partner agencies are currently in attendance in Parton. The agencies have attended following concerns about the impact of the
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Carlisle United trialist links up with non-league club
Goalkeeper George Sykes-Kenworthy, who had a brief trial with Carlisle United this summer, has linked up with another club. The former Derby County player, who featured for United in one pre-season game, has since made two outings for Boston United
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Man in 50s dies after collapsing on Lake District mountain
The Patterdale Mountain Rescue team were called out by Cumbria Police at around 1:30pm on 17th July 2021. The report was regards to a collapsed walker on Hart Crag. The 56 year old male had been walking with his family when he suddenly collapsed
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Police appealing for information following incidents across Cumbria
Police are appealing for information following a spate of incidents across Cumbria. In Whitehaven police are investigating an incident of theft that occurred on 26th July 2021 at 1:10pm from the rear garden of a property on Loop Road. It was
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‘Drunk and disorderly’ - Man fined after arrest in Carlisle
A WIGTON teenager has been fined £80 after he admitted being drunk and disorderly during a visit to Carlisle. Joshua Maggs-Rimmer, 19, of Cuddy Lonning, committed the offence on Saturday, July 3. He also admitted resisting a police officer. Magistrates
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City's parkrun event set for a return
THE PUBLIC are being urged to take part in the first Carlisle Parkrun since the outbreak of Covid-19, which takes place this weekend. Carlisle City Council has welcomed the return of Carlisle Parkrun on Saturday July 31. They hailed the event
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New striker is staking his claim, admits Carlisle United coach
New boy Manasse Mampala is giving Chris Beech a good selection headache ahead of the new campaign, Gavin Skelton has admitted. The striker is making a good case to be involved in Carlisle United’s early-season action. Mampala’s latest impact
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West Cumbria's brush with sporting greats during the 2012 Olympics...
With the Olympics now underway over in Tokyo, many Cumbrians will already be enjoying the chance to cheer on competitors from our region and further afield in their quest for medals. In today's gallery, we are looking back at times when victors
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Health experts issue plea to ease "very busy" services in north Cumbria
Health experts in north Cumbria are once again issuing a plea to members of the public to help them reduce pressure on hospitals in the area. Staff at North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust (NCIC) are urging people to think twice about
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Karate school puts community first
A martial arts school in West Cumbria has recently decided to grant its yearly donation to a mountain rescue team. This year, E.S.K.K Martial Arts & Fitness chose to donated £300 to Wasdale Mountain Rescue Team. During the school's student of
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Woman banned from the road after admitting three offences
MAGISTRATES have handed down a suspended jail sentence to a young Carlisle motorist who has admitted three offences - including drink driving. Sophie Joanne Burns, of Dalton Crescent, admitted committing the following offences on Sunday, May 30:
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Preston teenager thanks 'heroes' who rescued his family in Lake District
A teenager has shared a picture of two people who he says helped to rescue his family in the Lake District. The family, from Preston, were on a day out last week but got into trouble in the water at Ullswater. In a message 15-year-old Mahmood Desai
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Senior judge to hand down life jail terms to six who murdered Lee McKnight
A senior judge will today pass mandatory life sentences on the six people found guilty of murdering Carlisle man Lee McKnight. The Honourable Mr Justice Hilliard is legally obliged to impose life terms on the six defendants, who were all convicted
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Two released without charge after 'assault' arrest
TWO people who were arrested on suspicion of common assault in Maryport have been released without charge. A 51 year-old woman and a 24-year-old man were arrested on Sunday. Enquiries were carried out and both, from the Maryport area, were later
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'Break up' - Wayne Rooney picture girl splits from fiance
ONE of the girls who was pictured in a hotel room with England football star Wayne Rooney has broken up with her fiance, according to a national newspaper. Elise Melvin, 21, who posed beside a sleeping Rooney during a night out with friends has
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Blackmail inquiry investigated over Wanye Rooney scandal
POLICE have investigated allegations England star Wayne Rooney was a victim of blackmail. A report was made to Cheshire Police over a potential attempt of extortion against the Derby County manager after pictures circulate online of Rooney in a
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Altar-ations set for historic St Bees church in new plans
An historic West Cumbrian church is set for a transformational revamp if plans gain council approval. In an application submitted to Copeland Borough Council the applicants are seeking planning approval for a change of use from a Methodist chapel
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Readers' fears of children with rotting teeth amid lack of NHS dentists
AFTER our report that from September 1 there will be no vacancies for an NHS dentist anywhere in Cumbria, readers have sharing their views. A Maryport dentist, Curzon Street Dentists, has announced that it will go private on this date. The deputy
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Covid event to help people say 'a proper goodbye'
A MOTION calling for a Carlisle event for people to come together and collectively reflect on the Covid-19 pandemic has been passed unanimously at a council meeting. It was Botcherby and Harraby North city councillor Jeffrey Bomford who originally
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'I had a fantastic day'- Woman holds car boot for Diabetes UK
A local woman has been thrilled with the support from customers and donators after running a car boot sale to raise money for Diabetes UK. Glennis Sharpe from Frizington raised over £400 on Sunday at Mitchell's Auctions in Cockermouth to support
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Youth theatre enters new era with pop-up stage
YOUNG actors who have been unable to perform have created a stage of their own. The ACT Pop Up Theatre is based in Currock Community Centre in Lediard Avenue, Carlisle. A group spokesman said: “With the help and donations of tech from the theatre
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All aboard! Station to re-open after 55 years with piece of movie history
A former railway station which has been transformed into a new tourist attraction will open this week, housing a piece of movie history. Simon and Di Parums have been working alongside contractors and volunteers, during the past two years to create
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Readers offer encouragement for new mothers group
Readers have been sharing messages of encouragement after two midwives announced a new group aimed at supporting new mums to stay connected with their community. Feel Good Mama Meets Carlisle (CIC) aims to bring likeminded mums together over coffee
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Property dating to 1750 on the market for £850,000
This four-bedroom property in north Cumbria, originally dating from 1750, is currently on the market for £850,000. The property, called 2 Potts Gill in Hesket Newmarket near Wigton, is described on Zoopla as occupying a "glorious elevated position
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'He couldn't cope' - Tragedy of pensioner who looked after dementia-stricken wife
A CARLISLE pensioner who was left "exhausted" by caring full-time for his dementia-stricken wife took his own life. A coroner yesterday heard a moving account of the events which led to the death of 81-year-old John Troughear, who died two days
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Step inside! Dream Carlisle house on the market with seven bedrooms
The chance to own a property in one of Carlisle's most desirable areas has arisen. This seven-bedroom home situated on elevated position above the rive gives the property enviable views across Carlisle's famous landmarks. One of Carlisle's
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Blues coach gives his verdict on win over Everton Under-23s
Gavin Skelton said Carlisle United’s pre-season win over Everton's Under-23 was a mixed bag of a display. The assistant boss said the Blues produced some positive football as they won 3-2. But Skelton also said there are still areas to work
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'Who grassed me up?' - Inmate who stabbed friend found with home-made knife in prison cell
A WOMAN serving a long sentence for a serious stabbing at her Whitehaven home was found in possession of an improvised knife in her prison cell, a court has heard. Victoria Louise Lagan was involved in an altercation with another inmate at Low
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Doggy day care centre approved by council
Plans for a new dog care centre in Willowholme have been approved by Carlisle City Council. In a vision unveiled by applicant David McKenna, of Top Dog, plans were outlined for the centre at Unit 11 at Willowholme Industrial Estate. Under the
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Soldier's mammoth marathon challenge to raise money for air ambulance
A Carlisle-born man will take part in a mammoth challenge to raise money for the Great North Air Ambulance (GNAAS). Ian Norton ran 10km in the blazing hot sun last Sunday to raise vital funds for GNAAS. The serving soldier in the Duke of Lancaster
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Carlisle hotel damaged by Brampton man - court
A YOUNG Brampton man has pleaded guilty to causing criminal damage at a Travelodge in Carlisle between May 6 and May 13. Dale James Hoggarth, 25, of Farish Close, destroyed two walls, smashed a window, and damaged a TV remote, a pedal bin, a mixer
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A popular cafe is forced to close due to covid self-isolation
Veeva a popular cafe near Sainsbury's in Cockermouth have announced they are closing. Due to a large amount of their team being told to self-isolate they have decided to close for 10 days. They will be reopening on August 6. A spokesperson
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Lake District walk voted top five in country
AHEAD of the summer holidays when many of us will be looking to choose UK destinations rather than overseas, a survey of 2,000 people around the country has found out the nation’s most popular walks to help inspire the plans of holidaymakers. In
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GNAAS arrived on the scene of a paraglider crash
On Sunday the critical care team for GNAAS were activated at 1.46pm to Wolf Crags near Keswick. After reports of a paraglider crash they arrived on the scene in 11 minutes. They worked alongside a Keswick Mountain Rescue Team member and Patterdale
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Engineers are on site to solve powercut in Workington
Electricity North West have their engineers on site to assess an electricity fault in Workington, which has caused a powercut. A spokesperson for the company, said: "We estimate to restore the power for 12:00pm for the customers who are still without
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Carlisle teenager Joe makes Newcastle United debut
Promising Carlisle teenager Joe White made his first senior appearance for Newcastle United last night. The Cumbrian midfielder came off the bench for the Magpies in their pre-season friendly at Rotherham. White, 18, replaced striker Dwight
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Fire crews rescue two causalities on A66 Redhills, Penrith
Two fire engines were mobilised to attend a road traffic collision on the A66 Redhills, Penrith. The crash was reported at 09:25 yesterday. Two casualties were saved from a vehicle from a vehicle using clan lucas spreading gear and cutting
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Police called to sudden death of man in 30s
A MAN in his 30s was found dead inside a house in Carlisle, police have confirmed. Police were contacted at around 4:45pm yesterday (July 28) by North West Ambulance Service to the report of a sudden death of man at Hartington Place. There
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Medal dream over for Cumbrian badminton star in Tokyo Olympics
Cumbrian badminton star Lauren Smith's dream of a Tokyo Olympic Games medal is over after defeat in the mixed doubles quarter-finals. Smith and Marcus Ellis lost out to Tang Chun Man and Tse Ying Suet of Hong Kong in their last eight tie. After
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Mountain rescue help walker struggling to breathe
Wasdale Mountain Rescue were alerted by Police about a walker who was experiencing chest pains and struggling to breathe normally. The efforts to get him down the steep inclines of Lingmell Nose took 3h 25m. The walker was treated at the scene
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Tom Dean becomes first British swimmer in 113 years to win two Olympic golds
Tom Dean became the first British male swimmer in 113 years to win more than one gold medal at a single Olympics after Team GB won gold in the 4×200 metres freestyle relay final. The 21-year-old, along with James Guy, 25, Matthew Richards
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Pedestrian in 70s taken to hospital after being hit by motorcycle
Following a collision involving a motorcycle and a pedestrian yesterday - the A594 at Dovenby was closed due to investigation by authorities. Police have announced the route has now opened. Officers were called out at around 2pm by NWAS to
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Carlisle United No2 welcomes defender's return - and gives update on injuries
George Tanner made a welcome return to action for Carlisle United – but Danny Devine is facing up to two weeks on the sidelines. Right-back Tanner gave the Blues a boost by playing 77 minutes of their pre-season friendly against Everton Under-23s
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Tour the luxury home with a bar in the garden on the market for £499,950
HAVE you always wanted a home with it's own bar? Then this property could be the one for you. This bespoke family home in Carlisle which comes with its own fitted bar at the end of the garden could be yours for just £499,950.
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'An all-round nice lad' - Parents' poignant tributes to 24-year-old after tragic death
A CORONER has heard moving tributes to a 24-year-old Carlisle man whose mother described him as “an all-round nice lad”. Daniel Kirk died in his bed at the Carlisle home he shared with his mum Janice and his brother James, an inquest in Cockermouth
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'Real affinity' - MP campaigns to bring back Cumberland name in county rejig
A leading Cumbria politician has announced his plans to drive a campaign to rename his council authority. Workington MP Mark Jenkinson will embark on an attempt to rename a section of the region in line with its historic past. In the past week
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Man accused of sex offences to face trial
A MAN is facing a crown court trial after he formally denied ten alleged sex offences, including sexual activity with a child. At Carlisle Crown Court yesterday, Michael Bell, 43, of Bower Street, Carlisle, formally denied the ten allegations that
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Theory test wait times - readers have their say
Readers have shared their views over learner drivers in west Cumbria are being forced to travel up to 120 miles to sit their theory tests due to a lack of availability in the area. Driving instructors say that students have been unable to secure
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‘It’s a shame’ - Community centre under threat as popular nursery closes
A community centre now stands as “an empty shell” after children attending a popular nursery left for the final time. Rascals Nursery at Red Lonning in Whitehaven has closed after more than 30 years of providing a “loving environment” for children
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Two people trapped in car after A591 crash
Crews from Keswick's Fire Station attended a RTC last night on the A591 Thirlmere. The road traffic collision involved one car with two people trapped inside. Cutting equipment was used to get the two people out to safety and casualties handed
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New owner of popular Lake District café reveals plans for the future
The new owner of a popular Lake District café and gift shop is planning to include a book shop at the premises. Al Verey is due to complete the purchase of Treetops at Pooley Bridge at the end of July. The thriving established licenced café
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Tourism businesses urged to help create tailor-made talent
COPELAND Council is on the lookout for tourism and hospitality businesses who would like to help create and employ tailor-made talent. The Copeland Work and Skills Partnership, led by Copeland Borough Council, runs academies to help unemployed
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'Night was a massive success' - parents save school prom
Pupils enjoyed a glitzy prom to mark the end of their school days after parents pulled together to put on the event. Students at West Lakes Academy in Egremont were devastated that their original prom was cancelled by the school due to the delay
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'It’s fantastic' - meet the woman who trained to be mermaid in lockdown
Youngsters have been left mesmerised by an enchanting mermaid seen swimming near the shores on the west Cumbrian coastline. Leah Barton, a duty manager and lifeguard at Copeland Pool, started her new venture as a mermaid in lockdown when she was
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Check to see if Tour of Britain route through Carlisle goes near your house
STAGE 6 of the Tour of Britain is set to kick off in Carlisle with the finishing line at the Angel of the North in Gateshead. The race starts at Devonshire walk, Carlisle on Friday 10th September and will head south through the city. The route
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Court hears of two assaults on same victim
MAGISTRATES have imposed a £120 fine on a 28-year-old Carlisle man for two common assaults on the same victim. Luke James Brown, of Hartington Place, assaulted a woman on June 2 and then again on June 3, the city's Rickergate court was told. He
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Six stunning images from the News and Star Camera Club
Six stunning pictures by members of News & Star Camera Club as they explored the north of Cumbria and its surroundings. If you would like to see your pictures published in print and online, along with your by-line, join News & Star Camera hotspots