News at a glance
Cumbria firms hit out as figures show unpaid rates levels in millions
MILLIONS of pounds is outstanding in unpaid rates across Cumbria.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Youngsters hopeful for Millom skate park deal
SAVING a makeshift BMX track and skate park built set up in a disused factory has been described as “achievable” after talks with the building’s owners. (1 comment)
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Boss admits health watchdog was wrong about Barrow hospital
THE boss at a widely-criticised health watchdog has admitted the regulator was wrong to declare a scandal-hit hospital trust safe and give it unconditional licence to operate.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Coniston to Barrow walkers chase prize as a tribute to Ulverston girl Alice Pyne’s courage
A STUNNING trophy will honour the memory of inspirational Alice Pyne as the first-ever award for the Coniston to Barrow walk.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Plan for Barrow wind turbine comes under scrutiny
A LARGE wind turbine could be built on the site of a former landfill site. (1 comment)
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Cumbria Cruises offer you the holiday of a lifetime
Advertising feature: Based in Barrow, Cumbria Cruises offers a wide range of cruise holidays from all top cruise lines to a host of destinations all over the world.
Drunken Barrow man punched stepdaughter in mouth
A MAN punched his stepdaughter three times in the mouth in a drink-fuelled attack, a court heard.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Former South Lakes priest sexually abused teenager
A FORMER South Lakes priest is today beginning an eight-month prison sentence for sexually abusing a teenage boy in his vicarage.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Royal visitor drops in on BAE Systems Barrow shipyard
A ROYAL visitor dropped in to a major employer yesterday.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Watch out for 'attractive' fraudsters, Cumbria police warns
CUMBRIA police is warning men who use social networking and online dating sites to be aware of being targeted by fraudsters posing as attractive young women.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Grange jewellery thieves jailed
A GANG of thieves struck at a Grange jeweller’s shop just hours before their £44,000 nationwide crime spree was brought to an end elsewhere in Cumbria, a court heard.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Fun in the sun as Cumbria families enjoy a taste of summer
SCORCHING sunshine and blue skies brought a taste of glorious summer to South Cumbria this bank holiday.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Cumbria police to recruit new officers
SEVENTY five new police officers are set to join the ranks of Cumbria Constabulary.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Barrow hospital trust’s finances in a ‘critical’ condition
THE man in charge of the purse strings at a cash-strapped hospital trust has issued a warning to fellow health bosses over the “critical” monetary situation facing them.
Last updated 7 May 2013
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Cumbria police officers’ second jobs revealed in Evening Mail probe
SELLING used cars and dog food, teaching fitness and beauty therapy – these are the second jobs of the guardians who police our streets. (3 comments)
Last updated 7 May 2013
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Number of crimes at Barrow train station on rise
VIOLENT crimes, anti-social behaviour and theft are on the rise at a train station. (1 comment)
Last updated 7 May 2013
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Sister thanks public for tributes to Lindal girl
THE older sister of Bethany Crook has thanked wellwishers for the floral tributes and messages they have left for her sibling who died following a road tragedy.
Last updated 7 May 2013
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Violinist hits Lake District fells to help rescue team
A 20-MILE run over the Lake District’s highest peaks isn’t the usual way for a musician to prepare for a gig.
Last updated 7 May 2013
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On a mission to highlight work of Cumbria environmental champions
A CAMPAIGN to search out environmental champions who care for some of Cumbria’s most iconic landscape is being launched.
Last updated 7 May 2013
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Millom churches hold family fun day for community
FAMILIES enjoyed a day of fun and frivolity at a special event organised by a town’s church community over the weekend.
Last updated 7 May 2013
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Ulverston WalkFest takes steps to widen its appeal
THE committee behind Ulverston WalkFest has vowed to make a conscious effort to attract more visitors from outside the area to next year’s event.
Last updated 7 May 2013
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