News at a glance
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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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.
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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Hearing into plans for thousands of South Lakes homes to resume next month
A PUBLIC hearing into plans to build thousands of homes across the South Lakes is set to reconvene. (4 comments)
Last updated 7 May 2013
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Ulverston post office open today despite strike threat
A STRIKE by post office workers has not stopped the Ulverston branch opening today.
Last updated 7 May 2013
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Cumbria youngsters warned of perils of trespassing on railway tracks
RAILWAY police are warning youngsters not to put their lives at risk by trespassing on the tracks.
Last updated 6 May 2013
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Group of Ulverston young adults reveal their dream of an urban oasis
A GROUP of young people are looking for help to improve the area in which they live.
Last updated 6 May 2013
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Newcastle to Barrow longboarders to get their heads down for trek
IF you think skateboarders simply go around making a nuisance of themselves on our roads and footpaths, think again. (1 comment)
Last updated 6 May 2013
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Crucial Millom meeting will hear demand for on-call doctor
DEMANDS for an out-of-hours on-call doctor in Millom will be put to a crucial meeting with health bosses tomorrow evening. (1 comment)
Last updated 6 May 2013
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Barrow man, 29: ‘I died twice in bed’
A FOOTBALL fan had the chance to meet one of his heroes, just over a year since both men stared death in the face and won.
Last updated 6 May 2013
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Hungry vandals damaged cars on drunken Barrow spree, court hears
A DRUNKEN teenager took part in a vandalism spree causing damage to cars and a door.
Last updated 6 May 2013
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Two held after Barrow pub brawl leaves victim in hospital
POLICE have arrested two suspects in connection with a vicious pub brawl that left a man in hospital with serious injuries.
Last updated 6 May 2013
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Furness General Hospital infection levels are at ‘top of agenda’
SUPERBUG levels at Furness General Hospital have seen the trust responsible for running the Barrow site breach its yearly infection limits. (2 comments)
Last updated 6 May 2013
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