1+ day, 2+ hour ago   (289+ words) Former Newcastle United midfielder Lucas De Bolle has moved on from Carlisle United. The News & Star revealed last month that the 23-year-old was training with the Cumbrians. But head coach Rob Elliot has now confirmed that the Edinburgh-born player is…...

1+ day, 3+ hour ago   (430+ words) They are due to meet at The Civic Centre in Carlisle on Wednesday (September 9) to consider the application from Simtor for a site on land to the west of Steeles Bank in Wetheral. It is recommended that the outline planning…...

1+ day, 3+ hour ago   (518+ words) GREEN councillors are set to raise a number of issues – including speeding traffic, planning and development and climate change – with senior council members at a meeting next week. Members of Cumberland Council are due to meet at the Civic Centre…...

1+ day, 10+ hour ago   (270+ words) A Starbucks drive-through in Carlisle could open 24 hours a day under a new licensing application. The coffee chain's branch at Kingstown Industrial Estate is seeking permission to serve hot food and drinks throughout the night. OCO West End Ltd has…...

1+ day, 6+ hour ago   (398+ words) Carlisle United boss Rob Elliot says this weekend’s opponents Boreham Wood are the favourites to win the National League. And the Blues head coach believes Saturday’s showdown at Meadow Park will be a good indicator of Carlisle’s progress early in…...

1+ day, 10+ hour ago   (184+ words) A former Coral betting shop in Carlisle’s Denton Holme has been put on the market to let for £10,000 a year. The ground-floor unit on Denton Street is being marketed as suitable for a range of potential commercial uses, subject to…...

1+ day, 10+ hour ago   (327+ words) A CHURCH is set to get running water for the first time in nearly 1,000 years. St James’ Church in Great Ormside, Cumbria, dates back to at least the 11th century and stands on a site believed to be a Viking or…...

1+ day, 8+ hour ago   (189+ words) The Blues Notebook Ep6 - Bank holiday double header and Boreham Wood News & Star The Blues Notebook Ep6 - Bank holiday double header and Boreham Wood AFTER a short break, Jon Colman and Matthew Graham return for Episode six with plenty to discuss following…...

1+ day, 10+ hour ago   (327+ words) A 30-YEAR dream has come true with the opening of a new independent shop. The Outpost, based in Hethersgill, Cumbria, is the creation of Jamie and Catherine Douglas, who have long envisioned a physical space where they could share their…...

1+ day, 9+ hour ago   (282+ words) This "gorgeous" puppy is looking for a loving family to help him start his new life. King, a 12-week-old Saluki cross, is currently being cared for at Animal Rescue Cumbria and is described as a "lovely, gentle puppy" by staff…...