Carlisle United's Jordan Gibson has been rewarded for his impressive October with a player of the month award. The Blues star has been voted League One's top player for last month by fans. Gibson won the PFA Vertu Motors player of the month
There were contrasting emotions for two Cumbrian fighters in the unforgiving world of bare-knuckle boxing - as these raw photos show. The latest BKFC event in Leeds saw two boxers from the county involved in big contests - with differing fortunes
Carlisle United loan man Jayden Harris made a quick return to action on his comeback for suspension for Eastleigh. The midfielder was named on the bench against Altrincham after serving a one-match ban for a recent red card. But Harris was
Grace Dent fans have hit out at I'm a Celebrity and Nigel Farage for not allowing them to see their 'goddess' on screen. The Carlisle-born restaurant critic is renowned in the food world for her brutally expert opinion displayed on shows such as
A NORTH Cumbrian man in his late thirties attempted to meet a 14-year-old boy so he could pay him £100 for sex, a court heard. But Christopher Tennant, 38, who had spent two days communicating sexually with the person involved, was unaware that
THE HEARTBROKEN family of a Silloth woman who died because her boyfriend drove too fast in icy conditions are backing a campaign that urges motorists to match their driving to weather conditions. Lana Maddison, 19, was a rear seat passenger in
Thirteen pals of a Cumbrian teenager fighting cancer walked 22 miles through the rain in a show of friendship and solidarity. Friends of Jack Musgrave completed the Ullswater Way on Saturday to raise money to help the Penrith 15-year-old. Jack
A NEW banking hub will open in Maryport this week, bringing five banks in one to the town. Cash Access UK, the organisation set up to protect nationwide access to cash, has confirmed today that the new banking hub in Maryport will open at 11am
PLANS to place a total of 12 telecoms poles in Wigton have been approved. A planning application for eight poles placed roadside west of Longmead, with two poles east along Cuddy Lonning and roadside slightly west of Solway View, Boltongate, was
A MOTORIST whose careless driving during icy weather caused a crash which fatally injured his girlfriend has been jailed. Carlisle Crown Court heard a poignant statement from the heartbroken mother of 19-year-old Lana Maddison, who was fatally
The fourth and final part of a mini-series looking back at Carlisle United takeovers – what happened, what was said and how we reported it… And so to the present day, but also the past. An era lasting more than 15 years got under way at Carlisle
Samsung has issued a warning to its customers after they were targeted by a massive data breach which may have exposed private information. The tech giant identified a data breach on November 13. Samsung said hackers had gained access through
With Black Friday approaching, parents are being warned to watch out for fake deals advertised online. Research for the Take Five To Stop Fraud campaign, run by banking and finance industry body UK Finance, indicates that more than a quarter (27%
Almost everyone who watches live television must obtain a TV Licence to do so, however many of us have purchased a TV Licence when we don't need one. Every household in the UK is legally required to have a TV licence if they watch or record live
A rare Pokémon card has sold for more than £5,000 after inspiring a mini bidding war on online auction site eBay. The Charizard Skyridge Crystal Holo card was officially graded by the Professional Sports Authenticator (PSA), and given a Grade 9
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has ruled out stripping winter fuel payments from wealth pensioners. Junior Treasury minister, Gareth Davies confirmed that Mr Hunt would not be touching the payments, worth up to £600 for some pensioners, in Wednesday’s
Cadbury has revealed it has discontinued a fan-favourite chocolate bar just a few years after it first hit the shelves. The confectionery company launched the peanut caramel crisp chocolate bar back in 2017. But now after just five years on
Heavy snow could hit the UK in early December as some forecasts predict it falling across large parts of the country. The latest weather maps from forecasters WXCharts predict that many parts of the UK will see their first snow of the year at the
OUR readers have responded to the House of Fraser building in Carlisle being sold at auction for £750,000. The prominent site on Carlisle’s high street, which dates back to 1906, was available to purchase for £750,000 after a previous attempt
HMV in Workington will be hosting a production of 'Elf' this festive season. The store will be running the event on the same day as the Workington Christmas Light Switch On, Saturday, November 26. Freya Chalmers, a sales assistant at the
As Christmas lights have been switched on officially in various places across Cumbria, we have decided to look back at times to other Christmas lights switch on events in our county. Carlisle's latest Christmas lights featured singer Chesney Hawkes
This recently built modern three-bed detached house could be your next family home and is on sale for £185k. The ground floor of the property on Moorside Drive, Carlisle, comprises an entrance hall with a fitted WC and wash hand basin, a lounge
Whitehaven Rugby League have announced the signing of Papa New Guinean International Edene Gebbie on a 12-month deal, subject to international clearance. The utility back has represented his country at full back, wing and centre, including starting
Carlisle United are now at the outset of what could prove one of the biggest weeks in their recent history. The takeover by the Piatak family is moving closer, with hopes the deal could be wrapped up this week. The Florida business people are
Former Carlisle United keeper Marcus Dewhurst has completed a move to the National League. The ex-Blues loan man has ended his long association with Sheffield United to make a permanent switch. He joins a fifth-tier squad that includes two
IN the News & Star's edition of Nostalgia, we looked back at the Binns store in Carlisle. Binns's history started in 1804 when George Binns moved to Sunderland from Yorkshire, establishing a small drapery business in 1807. Here's how readers
WE found some of the best News & Star Camera Club images from readers. Lou Brown shared this image of a misty forest track in Coombs Wood, Armathwaite, in Cumbria. Paul Byers shared this image of the Flying Scotsman just outside of Brampton
Christmas lights were switched on across the region over the weekend as the countdown to the big day begins in earnest. Over the next month, the Cumberland council area area is set to host a packed programme of events, including lights switch-on
Police have said that the Christmas lights switch on in Carlisle on Sunday, November 19 saw a ‘few isolated incidents’ of anti-social behaviour’. The event, which saw 90s icon Chesney Hawkes perform, attracted a large crowd in city centre but the
THOUSANDS of people gathered in Carlisle city centre on Sunday night for the Christmas lights switch-on. The one and only Chesney Hawkes headlined the event, which also saw appearances by Carlisle Utd manager Paul Simpson and saxophonist Vicki
Thousands of people across the UK could be living with hepatitis C and not even know about it, according to a leading expert. The virus, which is spread through blood-to-blood contact, could affect around 70,000 people with the condition being
A MAN who was reported missing has been found. David Bowness, 39, of Workington, has now been found.
Police have found a teenager missing from Carlisle following an appeal. Peter Thompson-Hine, 16, was last seen on November 18 but has since been found by officers. READ MORE: Police to tackle ASB and drug use in Silloth and Aspatria
WHITEHAVEN is one of Cumbria's most popular towns, and it is a feature of the coast-to-coast route which means many people visit the town each year. Whitehaven holds lots of history. It was a fishing village until the 17th century, the old quay
Many people will recognise Michael Wilson’s name. As the King’s Guide to the Sands he has become a well-known figure across Cumbria and further afield. Taking on the mantle from Cedric Robinson - who had the honorary role for more than five decades
A POPULAR Lake District tourist destination has been revealed as one of Cumberland Council's parking fine hotspots. This publication submitted a Freedom of Information request and, according to the response from the local authority, out of the
STAND-UP comedian Ivo Graham will be performing in Carlisle next year. Graham has made appearances on TV many times with shows like Live at the Apollo, Mock The Week, Russell Howard's Stand Up Central, Taskmaster and Sweat The Small Stuff.
Paul Simpson says midfielder Dylan McGeouch has shown positive signs in his timely return to Carlisle United action. The Scot has started the Blues’ last two games in the absence of ACL injury victim Callum Guy. McGeouch is making a belated
Muncaster Castle have announced they have been given Cumbria Tourism Rose Bowl Visitor Attraction Gold Award. This was given to them at this year's Cumbria In Bloom Awards. A spokesperson said: "A huge shoutout to our incredible Estate Team
EVERY year millions of us head to the great outdoors to enjoy the fresh air and commune with nature. However, it might not be immediately obvious just how much work goes into maintaining many of these ‘natural’ landscapes. Far from being
The oldest race of its kind in the UK made its return. The Brampton t Carlisle 10-mile road race, the oldest 10-mile road race in the UK, took place on November 19 this year, for the 71st time. Over time it has attracted some more famous faces
Following a community survey police in the Allerdale area will be tackling issues in Silloth and Aspatria. Some of the main concerns were antisocial behaviour and drug use, other concerns were road safety issues. A spokesperson said: "Allerdale
