Residents' anger at mess left behind by travellers
Angry residents and businesses are demanding greater protection after travellers who camped illegally on their doorstep left the area littered with rubbish.
Cafe opening
The cafe at Carlisle’s first dedicated lesbian and gay headquarters will open on Saturday
Restaurant welcomed
Eating places in Carlisle’s historic quarter have welcomed plans to put restaurants in the former Hoopers store (19 comments)
Pub sale hope
Owners of an historic Carlisle pub are still hopeful that a suitable buyer can be found (7 comments)
Microbrewery plan
A pub which is planning to open its own microbrewery has been named as CAMRA’s pub of the summer season
Vibrant city
A newly-formed business group is calling for changes to make Carlisle city centre a more attractive place for visitors
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