Patient repays help by awareness event

FOR eight weeks this year, Andrew Reid spent his days travelling to and from Preston, where he had radiotherapy for prostate cancer. Now in recovery, the granddad of four spoke to EMMA PRESTON about why his experience has left him determined to help raise funds and awareness for the Rosemere Cancer Foundation.

Last updated 18 October 2012
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Car despair for disabled Ulverston girl’s mother

A SEVERELY disabled young girl faces the prospect of becoming a prisoner in her own home if plans proceed to strip her of a government-funded car. (14 comments)

Last updated 16 October 2012
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Three cheers for brewer at awards

A SUCCESSFUL micro brewery added to its collection of trophies when it picked up a hat-trick of accolades at an international contest.

Last updated 16 October 2012
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Lakes Got Talent show organiser’s costs fury

THE success of last month’s Lakes Got Talent charity content has been soured – amid claims the event’s major sponsor is refusing to pay more than £300 in promised costs.

Last updated 15 October 2012
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Young super swimmer is in line for special award

A YOUNG girl has been making a splash with her recent fundraising efforts – and is now in line to receive a national award.

Last updated 15 October 2012
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Cheap car parking trial to be extended

A SURGE in pay-and-display ticket sales since a cheaper price tariff was introduced could see a 20p car park trial made permanent.

Last updated 15 October 2012
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Play to deliver important alcohol warning to Ulverston school pupils

POLICE in Ulverston are working alongside the local community to warn school children of the dangers of alcohol.

Last updated 15 October 2012
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Urswick Channel swimmer Rebecca tackles her fifth crossing

LONG distance swimmer Rebecca Lewis managed to tackle her cross-Channel challenge for a fifth time.

Last updated 14 October 2012
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Sainsbury's blasted over "ridiculous" paperwork for Ulverston store plans

A “RIDICULOUS” amount of paperwork is preventing objections to controversial supermarket plans for Ulverston, campaigners say. (22 comments)

Last updated 14 October 2012
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Ulverston builder’s anger at call to build big

By Paul BerentzenA DEVELOPER has been left stunned by a planning decision he says means he has to build houses that are too big for a town. (2 comments)

Last updated 12 October 2012
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Alice fundraisers on a high

FIFTEEN adventurers experienced an emotional and physical rollercoaster when they took on a huge charity challenge on the other side of the world. (3 comments)

Last updated 12 October 2012
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Stroke survivor masters the art of helping others

PATIENTS in recovery from strokes have been given the chance to learn how to paint – thanks to a fellow survivor who sold her artwork to fund a creative class.

Last updated 12 October 2012
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Ulverston farmer faces charge over farm death

A FARMER is facing criminal proceedings over the death of a worker on his land.

Last updated 11 October 2012
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Ulverston Monument keeper hailed after reaching landmark

ONE man’s dedication to a Furness landmark has attracted admiration and thanks for his years of hard work. (1 comment)

Last updated 10 October 2012
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Children celebrate tradition of Urswick

IT was second time lucky for children in Urswick as they celebrated a village rushbearing tradition on Monday.

Last updated 10 October 2012
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Last updated 10 October 2012
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Warnings issued over A590 roundabout plan

THE long-awaited announcement that the Greenodd roundabout will go ahead has been welcomed by a local MP – but he also warned against celebrating too soon. (15 comments)

Last updated 10 October 2012
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Two sacked after Ulverston care home inquiry

TWO members of staff have been sacked at an Ulverston care home following an investigation into their conduct. (17 comments)

Last updated 9 October 2012
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New Ulverston supermarket is ‘a wolf in sheep’s clothing’

CAMPAIGNERS against a controversial new Ulverston supermarket have called it a “wolf in sheep’s clothing”. (39 comments)

Last updated 7 October 2012
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