News at a glance
Bikers’ South Lakes road trip to help brave couple
MORE than 100 bikers are expected to set off on a tour of the South Lakes this weekend to raise money for an Ulverston couple battling serious illnesses.
Last updated 3 May 2013
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Barrow pub patrons blast brewery
RELATIONS between the company that owns The Strawberry pub in Barrow and its hundreds of loyal customers have soured after the “demotion” of a popular staff member. (3 comments)
Last updated 3 May 2013
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South Cumbria community united in mourning over Lindal girl's death
HEARTFELT tributes have been pouring in for an extremely popular 14-year-old Ulverston schoolgirl who died following a road tragedy on the A590 near Lindal, between Barrow and Ulverston.
Last updated 3 May 2013
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Barrow firm could see 25 jobs created
A COMPANY which specialises in hi-tech drilling equipment is set to expand.
Last updated 3 May 2013
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Barrow Conservatives accused of ‘dirty tricks’ in campaign row
A POLITICAL storm is brewing as Cumbria awaits the results of yesterday’s county council elections. (2 comments)
Last updated 3 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.
Doughnut seller Neil angered by ‘unfair’ Ulverston market trading rules
ANGRY traders have hit out amid claims the rules governing Ulverston’s outdoor market are not being upheld fairly. (4 comments)
Last updated 3 May 2013
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Cumbria County Council election
Our reporters were at Barrow Town Hall and Lakes Leisure in Kendal.
• Click here to replay updates from the count in a webchat archive - also includes video interviews with the winning Ulverston candidates
Last updated 3 May 2013
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Eight years for arsonists who torched Dalton beach kiosk for thrills
FOUR young people who carried out an arson attack that destroyed an ice cream kiosk have been put behind bars for a total of eight years. (33 comments)
Last updated 3 May 2013
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Alcoholic Barrow dad admits attacking his partner
A 46-YEAR-OLD alcoholic smashed a door frame and flooring then attacked his partner while holding their baby, a court heard. (2 comments)
Last updated 3 May 2013
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Comprehensive Barrow victory for Labour in Cumbria County Council elections
LABOUR have made massive gains in the Barrow area, as counting in Cumbria County Council elections progresses. (16 comments)
Last updated 3 May 2013
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South Lakes 'best place to live' thanks to falling crime rate
FALLING crime rates have been welcomed by South Lakes council officials.
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Walney coastguard to return to action after dispute
WALNEY coastguard appears set to return to operational duties following a bitter internal dispute that led to the resignation of nine volunteers. (2 comments)
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Comrades pay tribute to fallen Barrow soldier
SOLDIERS from Barrow who were involved in some of the fiercest fighting in the Afghanistan conflict were honoured during a medal ceremony yesterday. (1 comment)
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Bootle hotel and housing vote is ‘turning point’ for village
A MAJOR development hailed as a turning point for a West Cumbrian community has been given the go-ahead by Lake District planners.
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Pub chain bosses bid to quash rumours over unsafe Barrow bar
A PUB chain has confirmed that a Barrow bar will reopen. (5 comments)
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Millom disabled group’s dismay at councillor ruling
AN appeal will be lodged against the decision to take no further action against a councillor whose comments on disability sparked outrage.
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Roosecote and Old Barrow
AHEAD of the upcoming Cumbria County Council elections on May 2, the candidates for the Roosecote and Old Barrow wards set out what they would do for the areas if elected
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Walney
AHEAD of the upcoming Cumbria County Council elections on May 2, the candidates for the Walney North and Walney South wards set out what they would do for the areas if elected
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Voting begins in Cumbria County Council elections
THE POLLS have opened in this year’s Cumbria County Council elections. (1 comment)
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Keswick to Barrow is a family effort in memory of Glenis
THE memory of a devoted wife, mum and grandmother has inspired her loved ones to make fundraising a family affair. (1 comment)
Last updated 1 May 2013
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