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Askam Carnival 2012
A CARNIVAL queen braved shocking weather conditions to take centre stage at a community celebration.
Last updated 19 June 2012
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Rain fails to dampen carnival spirit
HORRENDOUS weather failed to wipe out the community spirit as Askam Carnival went ahead in spite of terrible conditions.
Last updated 18 June 2012
Published by http://www.askamlocal.co.uk
Indian restaurant opens in Askam
A NEW Indian restaurant has opened inside a former village pub.
Last updated 13 June 2012
Published by http://www.askamlocal.co.uk
Walkers cross estuary for Father’s Day treat
A CROSS-ESTUARY walk has been organised for Father’s Day.
Last updated 13 June 2012
Published by http://www.askamlocal.co.uk
Bands would be music to the ears of Askam carnival organisers
BANDS are desperately being sought to form part of the procession on a village carnival day.
Last updated 4 June 2012
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Askam man’s magic opportunity to mesmerise at darts exhibition featuring Eric Bristow and John Lowe
A YOUNG magician making a name for himself with his mind-blowing tricks has secured his biggest gig to date. (1 comment)
Last updated 28 May 2012
Published by http://www.askamlocal.co.uk
Askam urged to oppose windfarm
ASKAM residents have been urged to oppose plans for a windfarm which would be visible from across the Duddon Estuary. (10 comments)
Last updated 18 May 2012
Published by http://www.askamlocal.co.uk
Askam School funds boost
PRIMARY school pupils hit the right notes to receive a boost for their school funds.
Last updated 18 May 2012
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SOS – Askam community appeal to 'save our station'
A COMMUNITY appeal has been launched to raise £40,000 for emergency roof repairs at an historic Furness railway station. (1 comment)
Last updated 17 May 2012
Published by http://www.askamlocal.co.uk
Rebecca crowned Askam carnival queen
FOUR young villagers have been awarded royal duties ahead of the annual Askam Carnival.
Last updated 16 May 2012
Published by http://www.askamlocal.co.uk
Askam residents’ despair over blighted ‘dog poo alley’
A PARISH council has spent hundreds of pounds trying to stop the dog fouling problem blighting a coastal village.
Last updated 20 April 2012
Published by http://www.askamlocal.co.uk
Litterbugs spoil picturesque spot
LITTER louts have blighted Askam’s picturesque picnic area with a late night camping party.
Last updated 11 April 2012
Published by http://www.askamlocal.co.uk
Relatives pay tribute to popular Askam railway station signalman
TRIBUTES have been paid to a popular villager who worked as the signalman at Askam railway station.
Last updated 11 April 2012
Published by http://www.askamlocal.co.uk
Mystery pair help Askam OAP after Barrow diabetes collapse
A DIABETIC has sent a message of thanks to two women who rushed to her aid when she collapsed in the middle of a busy shopping street.
Last updated 27 March 2012
Published by http://www.askamlocal.co.uk
Widow fulfills husband’s last wish with open day
THE widow of a popular fundraiser fulfilled her husband’s final wish of opening their home to the public to raise money for charity.
Last updated 8 March 2012
Published by http://www.askamlocal.co.uk
Ireleth pupils celebrate cultures from all over the world
CHILDREN broadened their horizons when they celebrated a special international day.
Last updated 24 February 2012
Published by http://www.askamlocal.co.uk
Fears raised if new Askam pier lifebelt is stolen again
A COASTAL community is being warned it may have to go without a vital livesaving provision – if it is stolen again. (2 comments)
Last updated 6 February 2012
Published by http://www.askamlocal.co.uk
Help revive station project
IDEAS are being sought to kick-start a community project at a Furness railway station.
Last updated 20 January 2012
Published by http://www.askamlocal.co.uk
Drink driver's 110mph Dalton smash
A MOTORIST more than three times the drink-drive limit crashed into an A590 roundabout after reaching a speed of 110mph.
Last updated 19 January 2012
Published by http://www.nwemail.co.uk
Askam man, 35, broke into girlfriend’s house carrying axe
A FORMER psychiatric nurse broke his way into his girlfriend’s house with an axe in his pocket, a court heard.
Last updated 10 January 2012
Published by http://www.askamlocal.co.uk
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