Carlisle, North West, England News

Jury consider farm death verdict
A jury at Carlisle Crown Court has retired to consider its verdict on a farmer accused of killing his wife.

Joyce given chance to shine as Barrow boy
Carlisle United midfielder Luke Joyce moves to Cumbrian neighbours Barrow on a one-month loan deal.

Police investigate body in river
A police investigation is under way after the body of a 44-year-old man is found in a river in Carlisle.

Work begins to ease city flooding
Work begins on a year-long project which it is hoped will help prevent serious future flooding in Carlisle.

Turner's Earners - all the best bets for Monday, November 10
The Daily Mail's horse racing tipster Sam Turner delivers his his top tips for Monday's meetings at Southwell, Carlisle and Wolverhampton. Look no further for the hottest tips in racing.

UPDATE: Monroe Commission Chairman Carlisle ousted
In a campaign where the challengers were saying change was needed in a county commission beset by conflict, Monroe County voters decided to change just one position, voting...

Council opposes ITV news merger
Carlisle City Council is to voice its opposition to a merger of ITV newsrooms when it meets media watchdog Ofcom.

Bogus policeman targets hoteliers
Hoteliers warned not to give out credit card details after bogus calls from a man claiming to be from Carlisle police...

Yao, Artest play key roles as Rockets beat Mavericks 112-102
YAO Ming and Ron Artest powered Houston's strong finish as the Rockets beat the Dallas Mavericks 112-102 in the NBA yesterday, spoiling the debut of new Dallas coach Rick Carlisle. Yao finished with 30 points...

Yao, Artest lead Rockets past Mavericks 112-102 AP
AP - Yao Ming and Ron Artest powered a 16-2 run late in the fourth quarter, carrying the Houston Rockets to a 112-102 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday night in the debut of new Mavs coach Rick Carlisle.