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Union calls for sheep which died in Cumbria snow to be disposed of free
EWES and lambs which died in the snow drifts that hit Cumbria should be taken away free of charge, the National Farmers Union has said.
Last updated 4 April 2013
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Lakes hydro project given green light
A HYDROELECTRIC power project is set to get under way in a Lake District beauty spot.
Last updated 3 April 2013
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Lakes zip wire decision
A NEW zip wire trekking course is set to open in the Lake District next year.
Last updated 3 April 2013
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South Lakeland Council is accused of land blueprint ‘sham’
CAMPAIGNERS against South Lakeland’s controversial land allocations document have labelled moves to restart the process a sham.
Last updated 28 March 2013
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Arctic weather can’t stop Rusland Valley Spring Show blooming
A LAKES horticultural show survived the unseasonably snowy weather to exhibit its annual offering of fantastic flowers and fabulous food.
Last updated 27 March 2013
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Cumbria mountain rescue team appeals for funding lifeline to keep Ulverston base
CUMBRIA rescuers who played a vital part in saving people stranded in the weekend’s snow around Millom are appealing for help to keep an Ulverston base. (1 comment)
Last updated 27 March 2013
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Lakes helicopter tragedy pilot ‘saved my life’
THE partner of Honister Slate Mine boss Mark Weir has revealed how he saved her life as his helicopter plunged towards the ground in a near-miss some years before the fatal crash that claimed his life.
Last updated 27 March 2013
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New speed limit for A590 in South Cumbria
A NEW permanent speed limit will be set on the A590 South Cumbria from tomorrow. (1 comment)
Last updated 27 March 2013
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Lakes charity box thief in court
THE man believed to have stolen a number of charity boxes from the Lake District is due to appear in court today.
Last updated 27 March 2013
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Two recognised for saving life of Cumbria bike crash teen
TWO men have received an accolade for saving the life of a boy who had fallen off his bike in Cumbria.
Last updated 25 March 2013
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Lake District scouts honoured with visit from Duchess of Cambridge
THE Duchess of Cambridge braved the snow to spend a day in the Lake District – learning to light camp fires and cook bread.
Last updated 24 March 2013
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Duchess of Cambridge well-prepared on Cumbria Scout visit
The Duchess of Cambridge showed she was fully prepared when she braved severe weather to visit a Scout camp in the Lake District.
Last updated 23 March 2013
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Bid to prevent South Lakes tax penalty for second home owners
PLANS to prevent a council tax premium on second home owners being unfairly imposed have been drawn up by South Lakeland District Council.
Last updated 20 March 2013
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Figures show Lakes rescue team call-outs ‘leveling off’
MOUNTAIN rescue teams were called to more than 400 incidents during 2012.
Last updated 20 March 2013
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Barrow and South Lakes MPs views on welfare reforms
THE coalition government has introduced a programme that will bring about a radical overhaul of the welfare system. (1 comment)
Last updated 18 March 2013
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Woman injured in South Cumbria fall
A WOMAN had to be rescued after sustaining a serious arm injury in a fall near Coniston.
Last updated 18 March 2013
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Lake District icon ship-shape once more after total overhaul
IT’S full steam ahead as this majestic vessel prepares to take to the water again after a major overhaul.
Last updated 18 March 2013
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Lakes meat firm has high hopes for growth
IT may be a tall order – but a Furness beef supplier has been tasked with providing meat to be served to guests at a new restaurant in Britain’s tallest building. (1 comment)
Last updated 18 March 2013
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Battle launched to save hotels in Lakes
THE futures of almost 80 workers are in doubt after two of the Lake District’s best-known hotels were put up for sale. (1 comment)
Last updated 13 March 2013
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Cumbria political map could change forever
POLITICAL reform in Cumbria which could see a shake-up of the councils is “desirable and inevitable”, according to a new report. (9 comments)
Last updated 13 March 2013
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