4+ day, 9+ hour ago   (128+ words) News & Star Carlisle bakery Whytes makes News & Star competition finals WHYTES: Bakery and Kitchen in Carlisle has secured its place in the final of the News & Star’s Best Bakery competition 2026. Based at 11-13 Carlyle’s Court on Fisher Street, the independent bakery…...

5+ day, 4+ hour ago   (883+ words) Flight disruptions at UK airports are expected to continue on Wednesday (September 9) due to a technical issue affecting air traffic control services. NATS, which provides air traffic control services to 15 UK airports, was hit by the issue on Tuesday (September…...

5+ day, 3+ hour ago   (276+ words) Cumbrian landlords and letting agents are being invited to attend two free events to learn about upcoming changes in the private rented sector. Cumberland Council is hosting the sessions in Carlisle and Workington to help housing professionals stay informed about…...

1+ week, 9+ hour ago   (327+ words) A CARLISLE bakery is celebrating a double milestone after reaching the final of the News & Star's Best Bakery competition while also marking eight years under its current owners. Central Bakery, in Harraby, has been shortlisted in the popular annual competition,…...

1+ week, 21+ hour ago   (353+ words) The King and Queen attend a Sunday church service at Crathie Kirk, near Balmoral (Aaron Chown/PA Wire/PA Images) Prime Minister Andy Burnham and his wife have joined the King and Queen at a church service in Scotland. Mr…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago   (552+ words) Derek McInnes believes Lawrence Shankland turned in a “proper captain’s performance” with his double in Rangers’ 2-1 win at Falkirk. The Scotland striker has had a difficult time at his boyhood heroes since signing from Hearts in the summer. However, after…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago   (474+ words) A WIGTON bakery which makes almost all of its food on site has been named among the finalists in the News & Star’s Best Bakery competition 2026. CJ’s Bakery, owned by Diane Creighton, has been serving customers under Diane's supervision since 2018 and…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (350+ words) A new direct passenger boat service could link Whitehaven to the Isle of Man, as West Cumbrian MP Josh MacAlister seeks views on whether the service would be wanted by people in the area. The idea is being explored by…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (198+ words) Two hot-tub glamping pods have been moved from their approved positions in the Lake District following advice intended to protect nearby trees. Owner Fiona Shore has applied to the Lake District National Park Authority to vary conditions attached to permission…...

3+ week, 5+ day ago   (176+ words) A festival celebrating one of Scotland’s most iconic treats is set to return with a packed programme. The Gretna Green Shortbread Festival will take place on Saturday, August 29, and Sunday, August 30, at the Famous Blacksmiths Shop site, promising two days…...