News at a glance
Inquest opens into death of Barrow man, 30
AN inquest has been opened into the death of a 30-year-old Barrow man.
Last updated 11 June 2013
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Car bursts into flames on Cumbria road
A CAR burst into flames after suffering a technical fault on the A590 near Ulverston in Cumbria.
Last updated 11 June 2013
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Cumbria bike thieves jailed
FOUR men from Liverpool have been convicted of thefts in Cumbria, and sentenced to over 15 years in prison. (1 comment)
Last updated 10 June 2013
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Name your Ulverston sporting hero
SPORT is a key part of a thriving community – and the Heart of Ulverston Awards will recognise that fact. (1 comment)
Last updated 10 June 2013
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Dedicated Ulverston attraction managers set sail for new life in the Caribbean
AN Ulverston attraction is set for a new era as its long-serving managers set sail for the Caribbean. (1 comment)
Last updated 10 June 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.
Thieves target Barrow club
THIEVES have raided a local football club.
Last updated 10 June 2013
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Unique bike stolen in Barrow
THIEVES made off with two bikes at the weekend.
Last updated 10 June 2013
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Barrow canoeists found safe after sparking search
TWO canoeists sparked a search and rescue operation when they got into difficulties off Piel Island, near Barrow, in the early hours of yesterday.
Last updated 10 June 2013
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Ulverston woman caught with drugs haul
A LAWYER representing a “vulnerable” woman found in possession of more than £5,700 of cannabis, has described it as the “saddest case” he has ever dealt with. (1 comment)
Last updated 10 June 2013
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Barnardo’s Big Toddle at South Lakes Wild Animal Park
TOTS have stepped out to help children less fortunate than themselves.
Last updated 10 June 2013
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CUMBRIA MURDER PROBE UPDATE: Son charged with Millom murders taken to Barrow court
THE case of a Millom man who has been charged with murdering his mother and sister in their home has been heard in a Barrow court for the first time. (39 comments)
Last updated 10 June 2013
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Poignant tributes to tiger tragedy Barrow zookeeper at funeral
FRIENDS and family turned out in force to celebrate the life of a popular Barrow zookeeper who died after she was attacked by a tiger at South Lakes Wild Animal Park at Dalton in Cumbria. (1 comment)
Last updated 8 June 2013
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Mourners remember the life of Barrow zookeeper killed by tiger
MOURNERS gathered to remember the life of Barrow zookeeper Sarah McClay who died after being attacked by a tiger at South Lakes Wild Animal Park at Dalton.
Last updated 8 June 2013
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Ex-Ulverston landlady’s curfew for drugs possession
A FORMER pub landlady who lost her job after being caught in possession of drugs has been sentenced to a community order.
Last updated 7 June 2013
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Doctors’ fears over impact of £50m cuts on Barrow hospital patient safety
SURGEONS and senior doctors have expressed “considerable concerns” about how cost cutting exercises will impact on patient care and safety.
Last updated 7 June 2013
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Furness Academy parents and governors united over principal’s suspension
PARENTS have backed the decision by Furness Academy governors and sponsors to suspend the school’s principal.
Last updated 7 June 2013
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Bid to find funds for new Bootle swimming pool
CONCERNS have been raised about the search to secure £500,000 in funding to replace a much-loved swimming pool.
Last updated 7 June 2013
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Barrow dealers given jail terms after £1.5m-worth of drugs seized
FIVE drug dealers have been jailed for more than 28 years for their part in a multi-million pound drugs ring. (6 comments)
Last updated 7 June 2013
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Barrow shop boss disappointed by theft during robbery
AN opportunistic thief who stole alcohol from a Barrow store while it was being robbed by another man has been jailed.
Last updated 7 June 2013
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Barrow Raiders star who fractured cheekbone of fellow reveller avoids prison
A BARROW Raiders rugby ace who fractured a man’s cheekbone with a single punch has avoided jail. (9 comments)
Last updated 7 June 2013
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