Tuesday, 09 February 2010

Barrow news

Grieving father of murdered Millom mum: ‘We will never stop missing her’

0523548 SITTING outside the courtroom at Manchester Crown Court, Jim Marshall is being comforted by the officers who brought his daughter Claire Marshall’s killer to justice.

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Rider walks away from three-vehicle Barrow crash

A THREE-vehicle collision on a busy street disrupted traffic last night.

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Former Barrow MP Albert Booth dies at 81 - tributes

LABOUR Party members have paid tribute to former Barrow MP Albert Booth who has died at the age of 81.

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Windermere jetty replacement approved

A PROPOSAL to replace a timber jetty on the shores of Windermere has been approved by planning chiefs.

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Elderly voice concern at changes to Barrow travel scheme

ANGRY pensioners tackled politicians over plans to introduce time limits on their free bus passes.

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Boy, 14, fined for shouting abuse at Barrow Park rangers

A SCHOOLBOY who shouted abusive words at rangers in Barrow Park was caught after police identified him by using CCTV footage, a court heard.

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Barrow boy reported to police by parents after console theft

A COUPLE reported their 13-year-old son to police after he pawned his mum’s Nintendo Wii for £60, a court heard.

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Furness Academy head sets out stall for one-site school

FURNESS Academy’s principal says building a one-site school will have less impact on students during the building stage and better facilities in the long run.

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Jail for man who brandished knife

A MAN who was arrested twice in the space of 24 hours has been sentenced to nine months in prison.

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Jail for 40-year-old man who brandished knife

A MAN who was arrested twice in the space of 24 hours has been sentenced to nine months in prison.

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Man dies at work at docks

A 37-YEAR-OLD man has died while at work at Barrow docks.

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PLANNING chiefs have given the go-ahead for improved access to a nature reserve in Levens.

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£850 community grant for lifesaving equipment

COMMUNITY cash has been spent on lifesaving equipment for the people of the South Lakes.

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Half-term coaching

A NEW rugby coaching school is set to host a half-term camp.

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A CONSERVATION charity is urging the public to report sightings of snowdrops and bluebells to help scientists understand climate change.

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Dance festival

AN annual dance festival bringing together school performances will be held next month.

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Smoking ban threatens to stub out pub trade

A LANDLORD fears extending the smoking ban could be the “final nail in the coffin” for struggling pubs.

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£300 cash donation helps Island troupe to keep on dancing

A DANCE troupe has received a cash windfall ahead of the busy competition season.

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Meet the guys from South Cumbria's own Baywatch

BAY Search and Rescue had its busiest year in 2009.

Last updated 8 February 2010
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New manager hopes to revive Barrow music venue

A MUSIC promoter plans to kick-start a revival of the local music scene.

Last updated 8 February 2010
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