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Cumbria Manchester United fans experess shock at Alex Ferguson retirement
MANCHESTER United supporters in Cumbria have joined with fans across the world in paying tribute to outgoing manager Sir Alex Ferguson.
Last updated 9 May 2013
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Barrow clampdown on speeders
MORE than 80 speeding drivers were caught out during a police crackdown. (1 comment)
Last updated 9 May 2013
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Mementos snatched from granddad’s Barrow grave
A MUM and her young daughter have been left devastated and disgusted after vandals snatched sentimental items from a family grave. (3 comments)
Last updated 9 May 2013
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Three cars in Barrow town centre crash
AN 86-year-one old man was taken to hospital following a three car smash.
Last updated 9 May 2013
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Dad comes to the aid of flood-hit Walney nursery
A TWO-YEAR-OLD boy was left jumping for joy after he finally got his first day at nursery school.
Last updated 9 May 2013
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New name for Walney coastguard in wake of change
WALNEY coastguard has today been relaunched under a new name as part of a strategy to attract more members. (6 comments)
Last updated 9 May 2013
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Decision to be made on new Cumbria council chief
CUMBRIA County Council is to decide on the appointment of a new acting chief executive at the first full council meeting of the new administration next Thursday. (16)
Last updated 9 May 2013
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Barrow children’s home staff to tackle Ben Nevis
STAFF from a children’s home will be scaling Britain’s highest peak to raise money for the NSPCC.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Cumbria firms hit out as figures show unpaid rates levels in millions
MILLIONS of pounds is outstanding in unpaid rates across Cumbria.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Boss admits health watchdog was wrong about Barrow hospital
THE boss at a widely-criticised health watchdog has admitted the regulator was wrong to declare a scandal-hit hospital trust safe and give it unconditional licence to operate.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Coniston to Barrow walkers chase prize as a tribute to Ulverston girl Alice Pyne’s courage
A STUNNING trophy will honour the memory of inspirational Alice Pyne as the first-ever award for the Coniston to Barrow walk.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Plan for Barrow wind turbine comes under scrutiny
A LARGE wind turbine could be built on the site of a former landfill site. (1 comment)
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Drunken Barrow man punched stepdaughter in mouth
A MAN punched his stepdaughter three times in the mouth in a drink-fuelled attack, a court heard.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Royal visitor drops in on BAE Systems Barrow shipyard
A ROYAL visitor dropped in to a major employer yesterday.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Watch out for 'attractive' fraudsters, Cumbria police warns
CUMBRIA police is warning men who use social networking and online dating sites to be aware of being targeted by fraudsters posing as attractive young women.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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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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