Paul McTaggart

News reporter

Paul McTaggart is a reporter and trainee Digital Audience Content Editor. Paul is dedicated to covering a diverse range of stories relevant to the communities he covers. His focus is keenly directed towards narratives that hold significance, particularly in the Carlisle and Penrith areas. Paul has a Master's degree in Multimedia Journalism and is NCTJ-accredited.

Paul McTaggart is a reporter and trainee Digital Audience Content Editor. Paul is dedicated to covering a diverse range of stories relevant to the communities he covers. His focus is keenly directed towards narratives that hold significance, particularly in the Carlisle and Penrith areas. Paul has a Master's degree in Multimedia Journalism and is NCTJ-accredited.

Latest articles from Paul McTaggart

Louie Holmes, 29, from Carlisle is wanted on recall back to prison.

Carlisle man wanted for prison recall
POLICE are appealing for information on the whereabouts of a 29-year-old from Carlisle wanted on prison recall.

Duke of Lancaster’s Regimental Band heralded a procession to Carlisle Cathedral

Reunion of veterans at Fontenoy Weekend
Scores of veterans reunited in Carlisle over two days for the Fontenoy Weekend 2024.

Police cordon set up in Carlisle

Man charged with misuse of 999 following firearm suspicion

A MAN has been charged with misuse of 999 following reports of a firearm in Carlisle city centre yesterday (May, 15).

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Cumbria: Breaking news, travel and weather - live updates

Live Cumbria: Breaking news, travel and weather - live updates
Good morning, and welcome to today’s live news blog on Thursday, May 16. It’s Paul McTaggart here, signing on to keep you updated with everything going on across Cumbria. Here, you’ll get regular updates on all breaking news, including the latest on the roads and public transport. If you want to get in touch or know about something we may have missed, you can email me at paul.mctaggart@newsquest.co.uk, or call me at 01228 612217. For all the top news updates from right across the region straight to your inbox, sign up to our newsletter: https://www.newsandstar.co.uk/newsletters/.

Ireby C Of E Primary School receive new minibus

Community rallies together to fund new minibus for local primary school
Ireby Church of England Primary School has a new minibus thanks to the generous local community.

Joy, physio assistant, receives award from Mayor Harid and general manager Janette Lawrence

Trio's 75 years of service celebrated at Carlisle care home
Three long-serving staff members at Lanercost House Care Home in Carlisle have been recognised for their dedication with prestigious Service Awards.

Daniel's Cloche Hat artwork, with inset of himself at the Venice Biennale

Venice Biennale exhibitor using solo exhibition to help fuel Carlisle art scene
A CARLISLE-based artist is set to host a solo exhibition spanning pieces from a 30-year career.

Departing Mayor Christopher Scott alongside his consort and daughter Amelia-Lily

Two-year term hailed as 'honour' by departing Mayor
AFTER two years of dedicated service to Wigton, Mayor Christopher Scott has expressed gratitude in a heartfelt farewell to the role.

Alfie's Project to host event at Petteril Bank School

Fun-filled charity event aims to expand support for ADHD and disabilities
A SUPPORT group in Carlisle that helps support children and adults with ADHD and disabilities will be hosting a 'Family Fun Day' to help increase their service provision.

Daniel Graham (centre) and Adam Carruthers (right) leaving Newcastle Upon Tyne Magistrates' Court

Sycamore Gap case 'too serious' for magistrates' court, says district judge

A district judge said that the case of two men accused of felling the famous Sycamore Gap tree was so serious that it must be dealt with at the crown court.

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