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Blackpool boss on clash with a Blues side that has 'nothing to lose'
Blackpool boss Neil Critchley says their visit to Carlisle United is a must-win game – against a side that could be hard to predict. The Seasiders are three points outside the League One play-off places with three games to go. Critchley admits
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Urgent appeal launched after paddleboard found in the middle of lake
A multi-agency emergency response to a paddleboarder in Cumbria is underway. Cumbria police said they, with Keswick Mountain Rescue Team, are currently dealing with an emergency call about at Derwentwater. As part of the call, a paddleboard
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Simmo: 'We want to get cracking and get things in place...'
Listen to Carlisle United boss Paul Simpson talking to the News & Star about this week's disciplinary decisions, the visit of Blackpool, team news, the transfer market, staff and more... Click on the Play button to hear our interview with the Blues
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M6 Cumbria Northbound J39-J40 closed until Saturday due to overturned lorry
THE Northbound carriageway between Junction 39-Junction 40 on M6 Cumbria will be closed until Saturday whilst emergency services and recovery operations respond to a lorry which overturned this morning near Penrith. Traffic diversions have been
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Castle gears up for a summer of fun
Hutton-in-the-Forest has re-opened for the season with a jam-packed calendar of events designed to reach new audiences and encourage visitors to explore the historic property. Confirmed events for 2024 include: Plant & Food Fair on May 12, Classic
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Carlisle United's spending on agents in the last year revealed
Carlisle United spent £62,682 on agent fees in the last year - less than anyone else in League One. The figure is revealed in the latest publication of intermediary fees by the Football Association. It covers the period from February 1, 2023
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Carlisle United boss on reserve team plans and four teens offered deals
Carlisle United will not step up plans for a reserve squad until their training ground plans are further down the line. Manager Paul Simpson said the need to get the right facilities in place must come before any moves to establish a second string
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Looking back on performances: when children stole the limelight
For many children, performing on stage is a memory they will cherish for life. Whether at school or through a drama group, it gives them a chance to show off their skills in acting, singing or playing a musical instrument to a hopefully appreciative
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Woman charged with shoplifting at Superdrug
A woman has been charged with shoplifting after an incident at a town's Superdrug this month. It happened in the Workington branch on April 4 this year. Bail conditions not to enter the store have been imposed, and she is due to appear at court
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West Cumbrian café found to need improvement in hygienic food handling
Another Cumbrian business has been found to need improvement in its food hygiene after a recent inspection. Mrs F's Fine Food Emporium, on Main Street, Keswick, was given a score of two out of five, indicating that it requires improvement, after
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Keswick Mountain Rescue Team assist two injured walkers
Keswick Mountain Rescue Team were called out twice in quick succession on Thursday April 11 to assist injured walkers. First, 16 team members travelled to Helvellyn at 15.51 to rescue a 49-year-old man who was close to summiting Helvellyn when
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What happened after previous Carlisle United relegations?
Carlisle United have just been relegated for the tenth time as a Football League club. What happened after their previous drops – and does history offer any clues about what might lie ahead? 1963 What happened? United’s first ever promotion
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Blues confirm ticket details for last-day trip to Derby
Tickets for Carlisle United's League One swansong at Derby County go on sale on Monday. The Blues have confirmed details for the final game of the campaign at Pride Park on Saturday, April 27. United have been allocated an initial 1,778 tickets
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Celebrating our Cumbria farm heroes
NOMINATIONS and entries have now closed for this year's prestigious Cumbria Farmer Awards. Judging will take place on April 25 with awards up for grabs across farming's core sectors such as dairy, livestock, contracting and several special awards
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NOSTALGIA: Cumbrians show off their love of a popular board game...Scrabble
TODAY we're going to be taking a look at one of the most popular board games in the world, Scrabble. April 13 is National Scrabble Day a date that was specifically was chosen in honor of Scrabble's inventor, Alfred Mosher Butts. Scrabble is
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Minister aims to attract youth to bus driving
THE challenges of recruiting young people to become bus drivers were the focus of a ministerial visit to Carlisle's Stagecoach depot. Guy Opperman, who is the Minister for Roads and Local Transport visited Stagecoach Cumbria and North Lancashire
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NOSTALGIA: A look at what has been going on in Wetheral over the years
TODAY we wanted to take a look at what has been going on in Wetheral over the years. The village sits on the edge of the River Eden near Carlisle. The majority of the houses are grouped together around the village green which is dominated by
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CCTV image released after person sprayed with 'irritant substance' in Carlisle
Police have released a CCTV still of an individual they are looking to identify to assist with their investigations. The incident occurred at around 12:38pm on February 27 on Fisher Street, Carlisle in which a person was sprayed with an 'irritant
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Live: M6 northbound closed until Saturday after lorry overturns
9:06pm The motorway will remain closed overnight. National Highways said the M6 Northbound between junction 39 (Shap
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Cumbria Police attend house in Maryport after sudden death of man
Cumbria Police have confirmed that a man in his 30s has died after they were called to a property in Maryport. Cumbria Police said: "Police were called at 2:01pm on 11 April to the report of a sudden death of a man in his 30s at a property on Victoria
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"Inspirational" Frankie applauded for reaching Everest Base Camp
WE shared the news that an eight-year-old Cumbrian boy has reached Everest Base Camp with his mother while raising money for charity. Frankie McMillan has successfully accomplished his dreams of touching the famous rock at Everest Base Camp after
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Carlisle United boss on plans for 'smoother' summer in transfer market
Paul Simpson says work is under way at Carlisle United so that the Blues can strike as early as possible in the summer transfer window. While United have three games left of their League One relegation season, efforts are being stepped up to try
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Maryport bare-knuckle boxer saluted after BKFC victory
Maryport bare-knuckle boxer Bartek Kanabey is setting his sights on more BKFC success after his latest victory. The west Cumbria based fighter enjoyed a winning outing in Milton Keynes on Saturday when he defeated experienced Uzbek boxer Bakhtyor
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Cumbria Police reveal road safety camera van locations for April 12
Cumbria Police have revealed their road safety camera van locations for Cumbria today (April 12). Today, road safety camera vans will be operating in the Kendal area, the M6 J35 – J38 & J40 – J42, Dalston, Durdar, west Carlisle, Roadhead and the
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See the best News & Star Camera Club pictures
WE picked our favourite camera club images from members. Here are our favourite three. Mark Hetherington shared this waterfall in Thirlmere Valley in The Lake District. A duck at Talkin Tarn, shared by Caroline Herety. Clare
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Former Carlisle United player fighting cancer for third time
Former Carlisle United player Joe Thompson has revealed the heartbreaking news that he has cancer for a third time. And the 35-year-old has pledged to fight the disease once again with the support of his loving family. Thompson, who played
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Cumbria Police appeal after single-vehicle collision early this morning
Cumbria Police are investigating a single vehicle collision that occurred at around 00:30am in the early hours of today (12 April) near Higham Lodge on the road between Embleton and Dumwath. The collision involved a black Audi TT, a woman and man
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Distington Walled Garden fete cancelled due to adverse weather
Cumberland Council’s Distington Walled Garden fete planned for Saturday 13 April has been cancelled. A spokesperson from the council said: "Unfortunately, due to the adverse weather forecast and saturated ground conditions we have had to cancel
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Two men admit possessing cocaine with intent to supply
TWO Carlisle men have admitted possessing the class A drug cocaine with intent to supply. James Gill, 29, and Liam Gilmour, 30, appeared side by side in the dock of the city’s Rickergate court where they were asked to enter pleas to a joint charge
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Son convicted of New Year's Day assault has conviction overturned
A SON who repeatedly punched a female neighbour during a violent incident at a New Year’s Day gathering in Carlisle was defending his mother, a court heard. Former offender Gavin Johnston, 37, was last year found guilty of an actual bodily harm
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Walker taken to hospital in Cumbria after suffering ankle injury
A walker was taken to hospital in Cumbria yesterday (April 11) after suffering an ankle injury when out on the fells. At 11.13am on Thursday, Cockermouth Mountain Rescue Team were called out to assist after a walker suffered a painful fracture
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M6 Northbound exit slip road closed due to vehicle fire
There is currently heavy traffic on the M6 Northbound in Cumbria after a vehicle fire led to the exit slip road being forced to close. At 6.57 this morning, it was reported that the exit slip road near junction 42 south of Carlisle, is currently
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Traffic slow on M6 in Cumbria after HGV collision
There are reports of slow traffic on the M6 Northbound in Cumbria this morning after an accident caused one lane and the entry slip road to close. On the M6 Northbound, the entry slip road is closed, one lane is closed, and there is currently
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Breaking traffic, weather and emergency updates in Cumbria today
1:12pm A man in his 30s was found dead by police in a house in Maryport yesterday. Read more here.
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Highest arrests and animal welfare incidents since 2015 at Appleby Horse Fair
IN 2023, Appleby Fair saw the highest number of arrests and animal welfare incidents since 2015, partly attributed to hot temperatures and a higher presence of authorities. Despite last year boasting 'the best year yet' due to its prominence in
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Book inspired by hyper-real whale model to launch this weekend
A BOOK is being launched with short stories inspired by a hyper-realistic whale sculpture placed on a Cumbrian beach. David Gaffney, who comes from Cleator Moor but now lives in Manchester, was writer in residence for The Whale project in May 2022
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Great North Air Ambulance service appeal for Cumbrian fundraisers
A popular northern charity are appealing for volunteers and fundraisers ahead of some upcoming events in Cumbria. Great North Air Ambulance Service (GNAAS) help to save lives in the North East, North Yorkshire, Cumbria and the Isle of Man.
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Annual festival 'unlikely to go ahead' says club after council request safety forms
A JUNIOR football club’s annual festival may be in doubt, with the club saying they are ‘significantly disappointed’ with the ground's owner Workington Town Council over 'administration demands'. Workington Juniors Football Club are set to hold
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A warming success: CYZ see over 13,000 visits to its Winter Warm Zone
For the second year running, Carlisle Youth Zone (CYZ) ran its ‘Winter Warm Zone’ initiative, a practical response to the ongoing cost of living challenges, which deepen for many families during the winter period. Removing all costs, Winter Warm
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Cumbria holiday homeowners win national award
Steven and Tina Epps, Cumbria holiday homeowners, have triumphed in national awards spotlighting exemplary holiday let owners. The couple, who own Byre Cottage, Garrigill, were honoured in Sykes Holiday Cottages’ Sykes Stars programme following
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Carlisle dance school shines again on West End stage
Students from a Carlisle dance school starred with an incredible performance on London's West End earlier this week. On Monday, April 8, after months of preparation, students from 13 Razzamataz schools, including Razzamataz Carlisle came together
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Unicorns galore in park for magical trail event
Caledonia Park Designer Outlet in Gretna has been taken over by unicorns as part of a vibrant magical unicorn trail event. The displays of unicorn sculptures are free to view until April 22 and celebrate the unicorn, Scotland's national animal.
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Newlyweds from Cumbria run 300km ultra-race for their honeymoon
Newlyweds from Cumbria chose an unusual way to spend their honeymoon this week. Rather than head off for a relaxing holiday in the sun, Krystal Garnett and Richard Moreland instead took on the mammoth challenge of an ultra-running race across the
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Thief was found with iPhone stolen from pub in his sock
A THIEF who stole an iPhone that had been left on a pub table was found with the item stuffed in his sock after being confronted by door staff. Christopher Donald, 39, carried out the ‘opportunistic theft’ at The Bees Knees pub in Workington on
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Carlisle fighter set to represent England in European Karate Championships
A Carlisle fighter is set to represent England at the 2024 European Karate Championships. Aiden Docherty will represent his country at the European Karate Senior Championships 2024 which are set to take place in Zadar, Croatia between Wednesday
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Michelin-starred hotel introduces casual dining with new bistro
Michelin-starred Farlam Hall, near Brampton, has opened a new casual dining restaurant, Bistro Enkel. Located in the same premises as the renowned Cedar Tree by Hrishikesh Desai, Bistro Enkel offers a simple, relaxed dining experience. The
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Vintage rally to return next month
A popular vintage rally will return next month. The Hethersgill Vintage Rally is an annual event near Carlisle Lake District Airport, and regularly features vintage machinery and vehicles, as well as wrestling and entertainment. This year is
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Carlisle gaming group hosts popular new miniature painting sessions
A Carlisle gaming group is helping people brush off their stresses at its popular miniature painting session. The painting sessions were started by Carlisle Gamers member Ren Bell as a way to bring people with an interest in the intricate craft
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Mountain climb and clean up planned by charity who prepare for outward journey
Cumbria-based charity, Rungwe Community Link (CRCL), is planning a hike up Scafell Pike in an effort to prepare for an upcoming trip to Africa, whilst cleaning up the local fells, and generating funds. The group of 13 , including 9 students, is
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Cumbrian man kickstarts fundraising campaign for local swimming pool
A Cumbrian man has raised more than £1000 for his local swimming pool after news emerged of its struggle with the cost of living crisis. Wigton Baths Trust have been hit hard by the rising cost of bills, with gas prices increasing from around £900
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Man who had kitchen knife in public handed suspended jail term
A MAN has been given a suspended prison sentence for possessing a kitchen knife in public. Deri Hendren, 39, had the blade in his possession on Fisher Street in Workington on April 10. He admitted possessing a knife blade in a public place
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'A crying shame' - bank departs town's high street and strips building bare
THE closure of a high street bank has been branded a ‘crying shame’ as concerns are raised over a ‘disappearing’ financial sector. The Halifax branch on King Street in Whitehaven closed on Tuesday, and the building, which has been stripped of its
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Trying out the world's fastest growing sport at a new Carlisle spot
Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the world. April is National Pickleball Month. These reasons gave me plenty of incentive to track down Carlisle's very own Pickleball coach and attend an evening session, to find out exactly why this
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Decision to temporary halt new waste incinerators commended
CARLISLE campaigners have welcomed the UK’s Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) decision to temporarily halt issuing environmental permits for new waste incineration facilities. The decision applies to proposed developments
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West Cumbrian student awarded bursary from choir in it's 50th anniversary year
A STUDENT from Keswick has been awarded a bursary from a Workington choir as the group look to celebrate their 50th anniversary with a special concert. Twelve-year-old Mia Kubasiewicz, a student at Keswick School, has been awarded a Carnegie Singers
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Cumbria-based legal partner who 'commanded respect' dies after 50 years of service
A legal firm in Cumbria has paid tribute to a long-standing partner who recently died. Martyn Wrightson worked at Burnetts, based in Carlisle, for over 50 years. Burnetts announced on April 10 that he died that morning, adding that many of
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Fitness question mark over Blues duo ahead of Blackpool clash
Carlisle United are hoping two more players can overcome knocks and not leave the Blues further depleted this weekend. Fin Back and Harrison Neal are nursing injuries picked up in Tuesday’s victory at Cheltenham Town. They are both being monitored
