
Nat King Cole
Johnny Mathis once said “Nat King Cole was the God of popular music in our house”…

Carlisle Canal Water Supply
The basin of the Carlisle Canal, off Port Road, was supplied by water from a reservoir at Ratlingate, before reaching the first lock near Monkhill.

Jerry Lordan — Who Could Be Bluer?
It’s often said that music changed when The Beatles issued their Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band album, but they’d changed the scene long before that.

Gallows Hill (Harraby Hill)
Because of its prominence as one of the highest points overlooking Carlisle and being at the side of the important southern route in and out of the city, Harraby Hill was chosen as a place of execution at an early date. This was usually reserved for prisoners who had committed high treason.

How to look after your nails during winter
Robin of Neet Feet explains how to look after your toenails during these cold winter months!

My Doors of Destiny
Oldham-born entertainer releases book on life obstacles

The Health Benefits of Gardening
I read the other day that one of the largest studies ever conducted on gardening which was funded by Innovate UK and the National Institute for Health Research had concluded that ‘people who spent time in the garden report better physical and mental health levels than those who do not’

Olive Oil: Flavours of our time
Many people ask about the difference between regular olive oil and extra-virgin olive oil.

Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
My mum recently said that she can’t believe the world she now lives in is the same place from when she was a young girl, and technology must rate high among one of the biggest changes…

Drinks: Red or White to Whisky
In today’s modern times there are vast numbers of various wines and drinks, which include tried and tested favourites.

Apple Jelly
It’s that time of year again, when apples start to fall and we all make lots of apple crumble.

Essential pointers for food toxicity and other potential hazards!
This marks the final article of 2023, and what a bustling year it has been for us at OSCAR Pet Foods Carlisle. Thank you so much for your valued support during 2023.

Outdoor Fun With Your Dog
Getting out and about with your beloved dog results in fantastic benefits for you both! The increased activity, reduced stress and happier and healthier mindset that results from exercise applies not only to you, but also to your four-legged buddy!

Treating your dog’s stings
This editions subject is treating your dogs stings, and we hope you find it useful. If you have a dog like ours, they are constantly pushing their noses into places they shouldn’t be. So it is only a matter of time!

Springtime Advice
After a long, wet and windy winter, spring is finally here! With lighter days and warmer weather, our pets become more active. However, this can bring some health worries.

Inside Story with Shane of Aspect Landscaping Services
We had the pleasure of talking to our member, Shane Hepworth of Aspect Landscaping Services on his life as a builder and garden designer.