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Voting opens for the News & Star's 'Best Bakery 2025'
NOMINATIONS are now open for the News & Star's brand new 'Best Bakery 2025' award. In a bid to celebrate local bakeries in North and West Cumbria, the News & Star has launched its new competition, which will crown the county's 'Best Bakery 2025'. As part of the competition, News & Star readers can now nominate their favourite bakery from North and West Cumbria via an online voting platform. Nominate your favourite bakery from North and West Cumbria HERE Online nominations will run between Monday, August 18, and Sunday, August 24, with the ten finalists being revealed on Tuesday, August 26. Readers will then be able to vote for their 'Best Bakery 2025' by picking up editions of the News & Star between Monday, September 1, and Saturday, September 13. The winner will be announced on the week of Monday, September 22. Nominate your favourite bakery from North and West Cumbria HERE (Image: NQ) Speaking after the online nominations for the News & Star's 'Best Bakery 2025' opened, Joy Yates, regional editor for Newsquest Cumbria asked readers to support their favourite bakery. She said: 'Who doesn't love shopping in a bakery to pick up staples such as freshly-baked bread? Or choosing treats such as pastries, cookies and pies. Perhaps your local baker prepares delicious sandwich fillings and makes your favourite muffins, croissants and doughnuts. 'We'll all have our go-to bakery that always has just what you want, and now is the time to show your appreciation by nominating them for our Best Bakery promotion. "Show them you recognise their efforts and nominate them right now.'
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25-06-2025
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Major family-owned construction firm to change hands after 57 years
CARLISLE construction firm Cubby Construction is set to change hands after being under ownership of the Cubby family since its foundation in 1968. Cubby Construction had worked on many of Carlisle's major infrastructure projects. In late 2024, it emerged that Cubby had moved away from its contract on the Carlisle Southern Link Road project. Director Tommy Cubby told the News & Star that financial issues with working on and subsequently leaving the project led to an agreement with investment and acquisition company Svella Plc. He said that the damage to the Sands Centre roof, another Cubby project, during Storm Eowyn in early 2025 'compounded' the temporary woes. Negotiations with Svella now seem to be nearing a conclusion after the company issued a statement. A Svella Plc spokesperson said: "Svella Plc is pleased to confirm that, following agreement by all parties, it is targeting completion of the solvent acquisition of Cubby Construction Limited by the end of June. "This development represents a highly positive outcome for customers, employees and suppliers alike. "The acquisition will ensure continuity of operations for Cubby Construction and provide the investment necessary to support the long-term growth and success of the business." It is understood Cubby employs more than 200 members of staff.
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23-06-2025
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Cumbria chippy crowned the best in the region
CARLISLE'S own The Dante's Fish & Chips, Pizza & Kebab Grill House has been crowned by News & Star readers as the region's Best Chippy 2025. The chippy, which is located on Shady Grove Road in Carlisle, celebrated its 15th birthday in April. The chip shop and kebab takeaway offer everything from pizzas to burgers and of course, fish and chips. Helin Sonmez, the manager was on hand to express his delight at the announcement. He said: 'We would like to thank all of our customers for making winning the best chippy 2025 award possible! We are very overwhelmed and proud and we would like to thank everyone who voted for us as this wouldn't be possible without your continued support. 'We are incredibly humbled, receiving this award recognises the hard work of our staff and the consistency of the food we serve." Helin added: 'Given the current economy we are thankful business is well. Our most popular item off the menu would be our renowned fish and chips followed by our chicken kebab.' Dante's, which sits in the middle of Raffles, sees many regular customers however some travel from further afield to pick up their takeaway. The team are currently working hard to open their new Turkish restaurant inside the former Black Lion in Durdar. Helin said: 'We hope to see you all soon for the opening of our new venture DORA.' Dante's is open from 11am until 10pm, Monday to Friday and 3pm until 10pm on Sunday.
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13-06-2025
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Thai restaurant in Carlisle to reopen tonight after six-week closure
A POPULAR Thai restaurant in Carlisle city centre is set to reopen this evening after a period of extended closure. Namh Moon which is located at Treasury Court, off Fisher Street, has been closed for over six weeks. On Tuesday, April 29, the team announced online that they would be closed for two weeks due to "unforeseen circumstances." However, today (Friday, June 13) owner, Ian McGregor told the News & Star they are reopening tonight at 5pm. 2023 REVIEW: Namh Moon: Carlisle has been blessed with new Thai treasure He said: 'After a lengthy closure due to a family emergency in Thailand and illness we are pleased to be able to open tonight at 5pm. 'We appreciate the understanding and patience of our loyal customers. 'We are just so pleased to be able to open.' Ian runs the restaurant with his wife Nueng who is the chef and the family also own Star of Siam in Keswick. Namh Moon opened in the city in December 2023 and offers a range of Thai food.
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13-06-2025
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Last chance to nominate Cumbria's 'Best Barber 2025'
IT'S your last chance to nominate your go-to shop for the 's 'Best Barber 2025' award. Online nominations for the award will close at midnight on Sunday, June 15 and ahead of this deadline, Cumbrians are urged to get behind their favourite. Following this stage of online nominations, News & Star readers will then be able to vote for their 'Best Barber 2025' by picking up editions of the News & Star between Monday, June 23, and Saturday, July 5. The ultimate champion of the chair is set to be announced on Monday, July 14. Nominate your favourite barber from North and West Cumbria HERE The competition aims to celebrate the local barbers in North and West Cumbria. After its launch, Joy Yates, regional editor for Newsquest Cumbria asked readers to support their favourite. She said: 'There are many, many barber shops that deserve a shout-out. As well as the usual grooming services, trimming, shaping and shaving beards, some also may offer scalp massages and head shaving. 'If you have a favourite barber shop that deserves recognition, nominate them and make their day.' You can nominate your favourite barber online here:
