10 YEARS AGO

Developers from across the country had expressed interest in building Barrow's multi-million pound marina. Around 40 representatives head to Barrow Town Hall to discover more about the £120m project.

Barrow soccer club signed striker Kevin Rapley from Blue Square North rivals Leigh RMI.

A new "cold homes" map of England has pinpointed Barrow as the third chilliest spot in the country.

Conservative Shadow Defence Secretary Dr Liam Fox paid tribute to the Barrow shipyard community after a visit to see Astute in Devonshire Dock and Ambush in Devonshire Dock Hall.


25 YEARS AGO

Former BBC political editor John Cole visited Ulverston to record a programme featuring the story of town-born comedian Stan Laurel.

Ron Friar announced his retirement after 21 years as headteacher of Millom School. He was to be replaced by Les Higgins.

A terraced house in Ainslie Street, Barrow, was offered for sale at £36,000. A detached house at Woodland Park, Barrow, was £72,000.

Barrow AFC were knocked out of the FA Cup by Southport. The result was three goals to two after extra time.

50 YEARS AGO

Barrow Co-operative Society was holding a centenary sale with 10 per cent discount on all cash purchases in drapery, tailoring, footwear and furnishings.

Carol Park was among the models at a fashion show held at Michaelson House by the Barrow Ladies' Circle.

A former Barrow postman was awarded £158 in damages after getting his finger pinched in a letter box at the corner of Oxford Street and Ainslie Street, Barrow.

Barrow's British Cellophane Sports and Social Club had Blackpool group The Kondors; or you could dance to Floribunda Rose at Barrow Public Hall.