Stay informed with local news, sports, and events from Cumbria. Enjoy ad-free reading, digital newspapers, interactive puzzles, and an article audio player. Access comprehensive coverage of the region's culture and happenings.
2.3
February 27, 2026
Framework fixes and improvements
Monthly Subscription
Thank you for your feedback - We will review this with the team and see if we are able to include more West Cumbria based content within the app moving forward.
News & Star provides comprehensive coverage of local news, sports, and events across North, East, and West Cumbria, including areas like Carlisle, Penrith, Keswick, Workington, Whitehaven, and the Lake District. It also features arts, entertainment, and leisure activities.
No, the News & Star app offers an ad-free reading experience, meaning there are no ads, pop-ups, or distractions while you read articles.
News & Star offers auto-renewing subscriptions including a Monthly Subscription for $5.49, a 6 Month Subscription for $29.99, and an Annual Subscription for $59.99.
Subscriptions are auto-renewing and can be managed via Account Settings within the app to turn off auto-renewal. Cancellations are not permitted during the active subscription period.
The News & Star app is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.
The latest version of the News & Star app is 2.3, and it was last updated on February 27, 2026.
Yes, the News & Star app includes an Article Audio Player that allows you to listen to articles and create content playlists.
News & Star has an age rating of 17+, indicating it is suitable for users aged 17 and above.
