Ollie Rawlinson

3 weeks ago | newsandstar.co.uk | Ollie Rawlinson

Clockwise from top left: The beehive; The Caledonian; The Apple Tree; Walkabout. Centre: The Griffin (Image: Google/Supplied/NQ archive) Carlisle’s nightlife thrives on a mix of traditional pubs, lively bars, and sports pubs, bringing people together for everything from casual pints to big nights out. While popularity is subjective, one way to gauge which bars see the most footfall is by looking at Google reviews as an indicator of how many people pass through their doors.

3 weeks ago | newsandstar.co.uk | Ollie Rawlinson

2 1/1 Carlisle’s nightlife is bolstered by a mix of traditional pubs and more modern bars offering cocktails in colourful surroundings. While the city misses out on proper nightclubs and doesn’t have even one wine bar, some watering holes stand out and are among the most popular and loved, keeping our nightlife alive. The King’s Head This traditional pub on Fisher Street has long been one of Carlisle’s most beloved pubs, known for its cosy, welcoming environment.

4 weeks ago | newsandstar.co.uk | Ollie Rawlinson

New data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) has revealed the latest figures on housing affordability in Cumbria, showing how property prices compare across the county. The figures highlight a significant divide between the two local authority areas - Cumberland Council and Westmorland and Furness Council - with affordability varying widely across the region. According to the data, the median house price in the Cumberland Council area stands at £165,000.

4 weeks ago | newsandstar.co.uk | Ollie Rawlinson

Omega Proteins factory, one of the alleged sources of the Penrith Pong (Image: Leo Group) Odour pollution in Penrith is ongoing, despite a long-overdue investigation. According to Environment Agency (EA) data, there were 38 reports of odour pollution in February 2025, including 21 in a single day. This follows 31 complaints in January, with more than 1,000 reports recorded in both 2023 and 2024.

4 weeks ago | newsandstar.co.uk | Ollie Rawlinson

Julie Minns (Image: Roger Harris) Julie Minns, the Labour MP for Carlisle, reminded voters of her previous work advocating for disabled people’s rights at Scope during her successful campaign, with her work there a key part of her campaign. However, Scope, the charity at which Ms Minns said she ‘campaigned for the rights of disabled people and improved accessibility’ has publicly condemned Labour’s plans for the biggest disability benefit cuts on record.