BREAKING NEWS: Incident at Cumbria zoo
EMERGENCY services have been called to the South Lakes Wild Animal Park at Dalton in Cumbria after a member of staff was attacked by a tiger.
Don’t miss your chance to win a VIP Cartmel horseracing experience
VIP treatment, a year’s worth of horseracing and a day out at one of the hottest events of the summer are all up for grabs for lucky Evening Mail readers.
Nostalgia Facebook album
This week's Facebook nostalgia album is Face in the crowd - pictures from nights out in South Cumbria.
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Inside the mind of South Lakes killer
WHAT began as a typical heavy drinking session escalated horrifically into an argument that would lead a mentally ill alcoholic to kill his own mother.
Big debate - cycling V running
WITH the physical challenge season well under way for 2013, many people may be contemplating taking on their own extreme event. As runners prepare to tackle the 40 mile Keswick to Barrow and cyclists saddle up for the 112-mile Fred Whitton, both due to take place this weekend, the Evening Mail asks: When choosing between running and cycling, which poses the ultimate challenge? (1 comment)
Lake District Farmers Armstrong Family Charitable Fund monthly giveaway
DELIGHTED staff at a Barrow supported accommodation facility have big plans after receiving a cheque for £1,000 as part of a charitable trust giveaway.
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Goalkeeper pens one-year Barrow AFC deal
BLUEBIRDS boss Dave Bayliss believes he has pulled off a huge coup by swooping to make goalkeeper Tony McMillan his first official summer signing.
One Direction
One Direction
Manchester Etihad Stadium
Saturday 31st May 2014
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Herman's Hermits head for Ulverston
TICKETS are still available for Herman’s Hermits at the Coronation Hall in Ulverston this Saturday.
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Host a party
Introducing the Host a party column in your Evening Mail, Advertiser & Online. Call Leanne to advertise now on 01229 840214 or:
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Holiday pet stop
Holiday season is almost upon us, run a boarding kennel or cattery? You need to feature in our Holiday Pet Stop, call Leanne now on 01229 840214 to advertise.
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Columns
Hospitals need government help
LIKE a lot of you, I am sure, I was very worried by the report that came out from the Care Quality Commission last week identifying problems with cleanliness and infection control in the accident and emergency unit at Furness General Hospital. 
THE Evening Mail’s Reaching Out campaign for St Mary’s Hospice has made an impressive start – all thanks to the generosity of readers.
Have you noticed any potholes in the area? The Evening Mail is collecting together pothole pictures for the paper and a list of locations to warn drivers.
People can now compare availability of superfast broadband in their area with an interactive map.
