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News and sport for north and west Cumbria - including Carlisle, Wigton, Brampton, Keswick, Penrith, Workington & Whitehaven. Email: news.carlisle @cnmedia .co.uk

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OPINION: 'Putting party politics to one side, Rory Stewart has embraced his constituency since being appointed in 2010 and has won friends and admirers from all sides of politics, which is why we need him in Parliament.' Story:
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A Carlisle man is waging a one-man war on litter, collecting up to 15 bags of rubbish a day in a bid to keep the city streets litter free. Story:
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The NHS in north Cumbria has thanked a Carlisle man for his spectacular fundraising success. Ian Milburn, who runs IM Events, has raised £10,880 for the North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust by holding virtual bingo events nights.
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BREAKING: The Lake District has been listed as a World Heritage Site by #UNESCO
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A message from Carlisle's A&E department For more on the fight against the Coronavirus click on this link:
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Tributes have been paid to a dedicated doctor who "poured his life" into medicine, and saved many lives:
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Bruce - the abused dog found near Carlisle - has now left the vets and moved in with a foster carer
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He's done it! Cumbrian marathon man Gary McKee has completed his 100th marathon in 100 days:
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Uplifting news: More than 115 patients who were receiving treatment for Coronavirus at the Cumberland Infirmary and the West Cumberland Hospital have so far recovered and been discharged from hospital.
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THANK YOU to all of our key workers in #Carlisle and across #Cumbria ! 👏👏👏👏 #ClapForOurCarers #ClapForCarers
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BREAKING: After 1,516 days John Armstrong has finally left India. The #Chennai6 are truly free:
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Two popular South African players preparing to make an impact at Aspatria:
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What a moment.
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BREAKING: John Armstrong cleared after two years imprisoned in Indian jail | News & Star
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Drag superstar @farrahrized from RuPaul's Drag Race announces Carlisle appearance - ticket info here:
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BREAKING: John Armstrong and the #Chennai6 have been released from Indian prison, and are safely at the British embassy in Chennai
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Dog rescued after fortnight missing on fells:
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A little boy who is battling a rare form of leukaemia has finally started life-saving treatment in Singapore. Story:
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Some good news in the case of Bruce the abused lurcher dog.. Veterinary staff say he may be well enough to go to a foster carer in the next few days
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Thick snow has left some people stranded in north Cumbria:
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BREAKING: Maternity services at West Cumberland Hospital SAVED Story:
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Today is Cumbria Day. We've compiled 10 of our favourite things about the county. What is the best thing about living in Cumbria Story: #CumbriaDay #Cumbria
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Collabro star Matt Pagan is to tackle the Great North Run for the second time to support a charity which helps vulnerable youngsters. #Carlisle #Cumbria
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Collabro star Matt Pagan speaks out after being assaulted in Carlisle -
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A man has been left devastated after being refused service at Carlisle KFC for going through the drive-through with his horse and cart. Story:
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Cumbria's renowned farming advocate Hannah Jackson (the Red Shepherdess) is spearheading a drive to help keep farmers safe and legal on farm. #Cumbria #LakeDistrict @redshepherdess
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A desperate mission has been launched to help fund potentially life-saving treatment for a two-year-old boy battling leukaemia for a third time. #saveourstan #disease Story:
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The Great North Air Ambulance will receive free jet fuel throughout the Covid-19 outbreak. @GNairambulance #GNAAS #Cumbria #LakeDistrict
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A 33-YEAR-old woman who has been diagnosed with incurable cancer has completed two marathons while taking chemotherapy tablets. Story:
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Toddler Stanley Dalton is finally on his way to Singapore for potentially life-saving cancer treatment thanks to kind-hearted fundraisers. Story:
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The M6 in Cumbria has been named as England's favourite road to drive on in a snap survey. Do you agree with the voters of this survey? #Cumbria #CumbriaRoads
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A stunning cloud inversion hung over Keswick yesterday, attracting early-morning walkers keen to catch a glimpse of the remarkable view. Story:
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Ivor Broadis, England's oldest surviving international footballer, will be formally instated as a freeman of Carlisle in a ceremony today. Story:
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Congratulations to #Carlisle singer @courtneyoneiluk for securing a place on #teamtom @itv @thevoiceuk . We'll be cheering you on @StagedRight_ @TrinSchCarlisle
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The smile on my face, when a VOICE hits me @courtneyoneiluk ! 👏🏻 #TheVoiceUK
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Iceland stores across the country are set to open from 9am to 11am on Wednesday just for elderly customers amid the coronavirus outbreak. #Iceland #Carlisle #Cumbria #Coronavirus @IcelandFoods
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Delivery company Hermes has launched an investigation after shocking photos emerged of packages strewn in the back of one of its vans and scattered across a depot in the north of England. #Hermes
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Cumbrian wheelchair athelete wins Great North Run -
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A young farmer has created a powerful symbol to raise awareness and funds to fight breast cancer. #Cumbria
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A north Cumbrian couple are celebrating a Valentine's miracle as one of their sheep beat million-to-one odds to have quintuplets - and two are marked with a love heart. Watch a video and see all the pictures of the adorable Jacob lambs:
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Carlisle toddler, Stanley Dalton, has sadly died. Our thoughts are with his family at this time. Story:
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Greggs has announced plans to reopen 800 stores on Thursday. Who's excited for a sausage roll? #greggs #SausageRoll
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It's been a long time coming, but the first commercial flights are set to take off with @FlyLoganair from @CarlisleAirport today to @BELFASTCITY_AIR , @DublinAirport and @SouthendAirport . #Carlisle #Cumbria #LakeDistrict #Belfast #Dublin #Southend
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The skies above Carlisle have darkened as Cumbria prepares for ex Ophelia to hit:
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Good news: the Covid-19 outbreak at the Cumberland Infirmary in Carlisle has been officially brought to an end
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A Cumbrian ewe has defied the odds and given birth to rare quintuplet lambs - and the newborns have all been named after characters from TV comedy The Simpsons. #Carlisle #Cumbria #LakeDistrict #Farming #TheSimpsons
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A woman has been slapped with a £150 fine for discarding a McDonald's drinks cup outside of a car. #Cumbria
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BREAKING: Carlisle's House of Fraser store saved from closure. What do you think of the news? Story: #Carlisle
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Carlisle street first in UK to be made out of plastic in a bid to solve global waste problem Story:
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An eight-year-old has shocked the local community by saving up his pocket money to pay for a hamper of food for a local care home. #Carlisle #coronavirus
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A Cumbrian village has been 'renamed' by pranksters, as the county prepares to welcome Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn:
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Shock as Carlisle's MP calls for resignation of Dominic Cummings Story:
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If you didn't already know today is #cumbriaday - what's your favourite thing about our wonderful county?
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Acting twins from Cumbria have landed their biggest roles to date http://t.co/sHaQevrIZ4 @MattPoss @JeffreyPoss
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An amazing little boy had the surprise of his life when an Only Fools and Horses legend rocked up for lunch. Story: @HugsForNoah @BeingBoycie #Onlyfoolsandhorses
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A Campaign is underway to raise funds for specialist oxygen masks to save the lives of animals caught up in fires. Story:
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The RSPCA is looking to trace the person responsible for inflicting these horrific wounds on this poor dog found wandering near Carlisle. Can you help? Story:
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Carlisle United announcer Colin Carter is hoping to raise thousands of pounds for Eden Valley Hospice in memory of Tony Hopper. Story:
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BREAKING: Controversial plans to install zip wires across Thirlmere in the Lake District have been withdrawn
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Carlisle's miracle dog Bruce will make an appearance on TV tonight. The show will feature his horrific attack. @RSPCA_official Story:
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Newsquest Cumbria - publisher of @newsandstar and @cumbnews - recognises these are unprecedented times. We're launching a campaign to support independent and family-run businesses by giving them a free advert in our titles to spread the shop local message:
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Should other employers do the same? Aldi stores in Cumbria will allow their staff to leave work an hour early on Sunday if England make it to the final of the World Cup
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The Stone Roses have been happily mingling with fans outside tonight's Carlisle gig venue
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West Cumbrian speedway legend takes over Workington Comets track maintenance:
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Woofing fantastic! We're going barking mad for the winners! 🐶🐶🐶 Well done Kerry, Max, Paddy & Harry! Paddy must be being a bit camera shy tonight ;) #PrideofCumbria2021
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Thousands of starlings are creating stunning scenes as the delightfully dance above the shores of the Solway Firth near Gretna. Story:
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WORKINGTON RESULT: Sue Hayman, Labour, wins
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Update: Armed police battle the cattle at Lidl in Maryport. Story:
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Happy with the appointment, #CUFC fans?
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Our picture of the day comes from a reader who took a walk along Buttermere, check how crystal clear the water is!
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Firefighters from Whitehaven and Frizington station yesterday delivered a staggering 1,000 Easter eggs to children in the local area.
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Snapper takes stunning imagesof US fighter jet in Lake District Story:
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Good morning Cumbria! This photo of Derwentwater was taken by camera club member Paul Hamilton - send us your best pictures of our county below. 👇
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Cumbria police have thanked the public for abiding by the government lockdown rules. Story:
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Cumbria Police is urging any male victim of domestic abuse to recognise that they are not alone, and to come forward to seek help.
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Congratulations to Carlisle runner Tom Farrell ( @farrell_osu ) who's qualified for Rio 2016 at today's British Championships.
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Plates have been left outside the offices of a Cumbrian MP in protest at the free school meals vote last month. #cumbria #FreeSchoolMeals
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REVIEW: An amazing day out in the Lakes with @alpacaly Ever After - here's what you can book:
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Sad news to share this morning, Carlisle-born broadcaster John Myers - who launched CFM in 1993 - has passed away at the age of 60 @johnmyersteam @cfmradio #Carlisle #Cumbria
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BREAKING NEWS: Controversial plans for a new #coalmine in West Cumbria have been approved by Cumbria County Council
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West Cumbria Mining's latest application for a coal mine in Whitehaven has been approved. With 12 votes for, three against and two abstentions and one councillor who couldn't vote @newsandstar
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A POSTMAN is spreading cheer through the streets of Penrith by dressing up as a bright red postbox. Story:
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Netball star Helen Housby leads more Cumbrian Commonwealth Games success:
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Simmo’s record of five wins and one defeat from his first six league games at the helm is the best EVER start by a manager at Brunton Park.
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#CUFC manager Keith Curle says he's "incredibly proud" of his players after tonight's dramatic Capital One Cup clash at Liverpool.
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A former Cumbrian fire engine has been donated to a fire brigade in The Gambia - and has been praised for already helping to save a life. #Cumbria #LakeDistrict @CumbriaFire
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UPDATE: Up to 17 people injured in coach crash on A685 road http://t.co/TRHftojtPw
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The winners #GoldenApples17 !
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Captain Tom Moore, 99, raises more than £5 million pounds for NHS charities. #CaptainTom #CaptainTomMoore
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A CARLISLE mum has said a heartfelt thank you to Cumbria Police for going truly above and beyond the call of duty in making her nine-year-old boy Oliver Bennet's dreams come true. Story:
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Big-hearted Carlisle takeaway gives away thousands to charity Story:
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Iconic Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway set to re-open to passengers next week. Full: #LakeDistrict #WestCumbria #Cumbria
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Work underway to install Weeping Window poppy display in Carlisle
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Carlisle's Victoria Viaduct reopens. Story: #Carlisle
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Inspirational Noah Wall has been appointed as a young ambassador for a charity that helps disabled and disadvantaged children reach their full potential. @HugsForNoah
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Spread this important message far and wide folks - Cumbria is Closed. #Cumbria #LakeDistrict #CumbriaIsClosed #StayHomeSaveLives @Cumbriapolice @CumbriaCC @cumbriatourism @lakedistrictnpa @CumbriaRoadsPol Keep up to date on with the latest.
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EXCLUSIVE: A thug who was jailed after he subjected a woman police officer in #Carlisle to a brutal attack has been freed - after serving only a quarter of his 10-month sentence #Cumbria
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A CARLISLE pub rustled up some true Christmas spirit by laying on a free three course Christmas lunch for Carlisle ex-forces personnel and their families. The Harraby Pub and Kitchen... More:
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BREAKING: @idriselba to star at @KendalCalling this summer! @TheBugzyMalone @eliandfur & @KuruptFM also confirmed:
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"They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We will remember them." - ‘For the Fallen’ by Robert Laurence Binyon #RemembranceSunday
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