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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
Svenn Norendal jailed over historical child sex abuse
The 66-year-old is jailed after being convicted of a string of offences.
Electrification hope encourages Borders Railway extension ambition
It believes the move could make the viability of extending the Borders Railway to Carlisle "far better".
Stewart in Brexit clash with Tory hopefuls
The five MPs argued over whether a new deal can be reached in a TV debate without front-runner Boris Johnson.
Cross-country rail services resume after disruption
Passengers had faced lengthy delays and cancellations due to damage and blocked lines.
John Myers: Funeral held for Cumbrian broadcaster
Family and friends gathered at Carlisle Cathedral for the funeral of John Myers.
Brough carer used 71-year-old as 'cashpoint'
Laura Brunskill suggested the victim was a cannabis user when quizzed over financial irregularities.
Axed Stobart Group boss has dismissal appeal rejected
Former chief executive Andrew Tinkler now faces a £1m legal bill.
Conservative leadership: Rory Stewart rules out serving in Boris' cabinet
Conservative leadership candidate Rory Stewart has ruled out serving in a Boris Johnson cabinet.
Rory Stewart: We have a choice between fairy stories and realism
Tory leadership hopeful Rory Stewart says "prudence and seriousness" will make the UK "a happier place".
Tory leadership: Rory Stewart rejects 'continuity May' description
Rory Stewart says his social media campaign has meant he's through to the second round of the Conservative leadership race.
Was the first England v Scotland match played at Carlisle Castle?
Was a castle on the border between England and Scotland the site of the first ever football match between the two nations?
Cumbrian farm launches horse meditation sessions
Katherine Beaumont devised the relaxation workshops after suffering a riding injury.
Windermere tree tents take glamping to new heights
Hidden high in the forest, these tree tents are taking glamping to a new level.
Air pollution: what are the effects on humans?
Fine particles in the air have been linked to cancer, strokes, asthma, heart disease and possibly dementia.
Train chat 'gave me goose bumps'
Readers share their brief encounters talking to fellow passengers on trains and buses.
Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visit the Lake District
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge try sheep shearing during a visit to Cumbria.
Carlisle United: Midfielder Mike Jones agrees new one-year contract
Carlisle United midfielder Mike Jones agrees a new one-year contract with Steven Pressley's League Two club.
Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)
FA to investigate racism claims
The Football Association will investigate allegations that Macclesfield's Nat Brown was racially abused by Barrow fans.
Barrow 1-1 Macclesfield
Barrow and Macclesfield will have to replay for the right to host Championship side Cardiff in the FA Cup third round.
Rams recall Gjokaj from Carlisle
Derby County recall defender Valentin Gjokaj from his loan spell at League One club Carlisle United.
Miller return encourages Abbott
Striker Lee Miller's return from injury gives Carlisle manager Greg Abbott cause for hope, despite defeat at Shrewsbury.
Shrewsbury 2-1 Carlisle
Paul Parry grabs a vital winner for Shrewsbury as they beat Carlisle to climb out of the League One drop zone.
Workington sign half-back Coyle
Workington Town sign former Wigan, Barrow and Oldham half-back James Coyle for the 2012 season.
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National News Headlines
Listeria outbreak: More affected hospitals named
Eight hospitals have reported cases of listeria linked to sandwiches and salads eaten by patients.
Wainfleet flooding: Homes remain evacuated until Friday
More than 580 houses in Wainfleet, Lincolnshire, were evacuated when a river burst its banks.
Lee Cooper death: Second conviction over Stockton murder
Lee Cooper was stripped and attacked with a hammer, Stanley knife, knuckle duster and a TV stand.
Sadiq Khan: Donald Trump a 'poster boy' for racists
The US President dubbed Mr Khan a "disaster" following a spate of violent crimes in London.
Oxford school hired murderer Iria Suarez-Gonzalez as teaching assistant
Iria Suarez-Gonzalez did not tell the school she had been in custody for stabbing a friend to death.
Wilham Mendes: Teens killed boxer due to 'blood lust'
Four boys aged between 15 and 17 are accused of murdering Wilham Mendes in north London.
Impaled Peterborough car prompts novel police response
Police post photographs of an impaled car to stop passing motorists trying to take their own.
Brexit referendum aftermath sees 'rise in extremism'
A terrorism investigation unit chief says dealing with far-right extremism is a "real challenge".
London stabbing: Man killed in Stratford
The man, believed to be in his 40s, is the fourth person to be killed in London in the last three days.
Wensleydale Cheese waste to produce 'green' gas
The cheese derives some of its fame from the Wallace and Gromit TV and film series.
Gavin Barnes death: Pair jailed over 'torture' murder
Two "heartless thugs" are jailed for subjecting their victim to hours of "gratuitous violence".
One million calendars 'wrong due to bank holiday change'
A printing firm is left embarrassed by the decision to change next year's early May bank holiday.
Source: BBC News
