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Missionaries join Walney beach litter pick
A BAND of Norwegian missionaries braved brutal coastal weather to clean up a beach during a flying visit to the area.
Last updated 21 February 2012
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Motorists angered as Walney roadworks cause delays
HIGHWAYS chiefs have come under fire after ‘mystery’ roadworks caused traffic chaos on Walney. (5 comments)
Last updated 21 February 2012
Published by http://www.walneylocal.co.uk
Walney households on alert after spate of break-ins
ISLANDERS are being warned to lock their doors and windows after a series of break-ins on Walney over the weekend. (3 comments)
Last updated 21 February 2012
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Ice causes treacherous conditions for Cumbria
CRASHES littered Cumbrian roads as they turned to ice rinks in freezing conditions.
Last updated 21 February 2012
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Spate of burglaries on Walney
POLICE have increased patrols after a burglar hit four streets this weekend.
Last updated 20 February 2012
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Walney windfarm giants to receive £250m
TWO windfarm firms with developments off the Furness coast are cashing in on government subsidies of up to £250m a year. (4 comments)
Last updated 14 February 2012
Published by http://www.walneylocal.co.uk
Furness to play ‘big part’ in renewable energy plans
FURNESS will continue to be a world leader in the offshore energy industry.
Last updated 10 February 2012
Published by http://www.walneylocal.co.uk
Turbine danger concerns
FEARS low-flying aircraft could be affected by a towering turbine could lead to plans for the structure being knocked back.
Last updated 10 February 2012
Published by http://www.walneylocal.co.uk
Firm set to create 80 windfarm jobs
AN ENERGY company is set to create up to 80 jobs in Barrow. (5 comments)
Last updated 10 February 2012
Published by http://www.walneylocal.co.uk
Woman died after hip replacement
AN 83-year-old woman died in intensive care following an operation to replace her false hip, an inquest heard. (3 comments)
Last updated 9 February 2012
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Rescue teams help search for missing man
THREE rescue teams were brought in to help search for a missing man.
Last updated 30 January 2012
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Huhne at turbine launch
THE energy secretary is set to visit Barrow to mark the completion of the world’s biggest offshore windfarm.
Last updated 27 January 2012
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Walney girl neglected by drink mum
A MOTHER with a history of alcohol problems drank four glasses of wine and fell asleep leaving her 18-month-old daughter to fend for herself in the family home, a court heard.
Last updated 26 January 2012
Published by http://www.walneylocal.co.uk
Minister 'snubs' Walney activists
WALNEY residents whose homes are at risk of being washed into the sea have been snubbed by a government minister. (5 comments)
Last updated 24 January 2012
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Windfarm chiefs look to fly in workers by ‘copter
WINDFARM workers could soon be transported to turbines by helicopter.
Last updated 24 January 2012
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Group in cash hunt to carry on work
A COMMUNITY group is fighting to find funding so it can carry out its work for another year.
Last updated 19 January 2012
Published by http://www.walneylocal.co.uk
Walney school Head: ‘Vandals could have hurt someone’
A HEADTEACHER says she and her pupils are “saddened” by the actions of vandals who attacked their school.
Last updated 19 January 2012
Published by http://www.walneylocal.co.uk
Former Walney school on the market for £170,000
A DISUSED school building is being put up for sale after failing to attract anyone to lease it. (4 comments)
Last updated 13 January 2012
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Walney Coastguard volunteers have training to rescue flood victims
COASTGUARD volunteers braved stormy seas to prepare for an increased number of flooding call-outs.
Last updated 11 January 2012
Published by http://www.walneylocal.co.uk
Near misses prompt safety watch at Walney School
TEACHERS in high visibility jackets are monitoring a school entrance to keep children safe after near misses with cars. (12 comments)
Last updated 6 January 2012
Published by http://www.walneylocal.co.uk
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