Ollie Rawlinson

13 hours ago | bbc.co.uk | Jonny Manning |Ollie Rawlinson

Image caption, Friends Ethan, 12, and Kaelan, 13, want new equipment installed at their local playgroundBBC News, North East and CumbriaBBC News, North East and CumbriaTwo boys who describe their local playground as "broken, boring and full of graffiti" are campaigning to have it improved. Twelve-year-old Ethan, and Kaelan, 13, have been knocking on doors and asking people to sign a petition calling for Flimby Playground in Cumbria to be upgraded.

15 hours ago | bbc.com | Jonny Manning |Ollie Rawlinson

Boys collect 600 signatures to improve playgroundJonny Manning & Ollie RawlinsonBBC News, North East and CumbriaBBCFriends Ethan, 12, and Kaelan, 13, want new equipment installed at their local playgroundTwo boys who describe their local playground as "broken, boring and full of graffiti" are campaigning to have it improved. Twelve-year-old Ethan, and Kaelan, 13, have been knocking on doors and asking people to sign a petition calling for Flimby Playground in Cumbria to be upgraded.

Mar 30, 2025 | 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.

Mar 29, 2025 | 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.

Mar 27, 2025 | 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.