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South Lakes 'best place to live' thanks to falling crime rate
FALLING crime rates have been welcomed by South Lakes council officials.
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Walney coastguard to return to action after dispute
WALNEY coastguard appears set to return to operational duties following a bitter internal dispute that led to the resignation of nine volunteers. (2 comments)
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Comrades pay tribute to fallen Barrow soldier
SOLDIERS from Barrow who were involved in some of the fiercest fighting in the Afghanistan conflict were honoured during a medal ceremony yesterday. (1 comment)
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Bootle hotel and housing vote is ‘turning point’ for village
A MAJOR development hailed as a turning point for a West Cumbrian community has been given the go-ahead by Lake District planners.
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Pub chain bosses bid to quash rumours over unsafe Barrow bar
A PUB chain has confirmed that a Barrow bar will reopen. (5 comments)
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Cumbria Cruises offer you the holiday of a lifetime
Advertising feature: Based in Barrow, Cumbria Cruises offers a wide range of cruise holidays from all top cruise lines to a host of destinations all over the world.
Millom disabled group’s dismay at councillor ruling
AN appeal will be lodged against the decision to take no further action against a councillor whose comments on disability sparked outrage.
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Roosecote and Old Barrow
AHEAD of the upcoming Cumbria County Council elections on May 2, the candidates for the Roosecote and Old Barrow wards set out what they would do for the areas if elected
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Walney
AHEAD of the upcoming Cumbria County Council elections on May 2, the candidates for the Walney North and Walney South wards set out what they would do for the areas if elected
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Voting begins in Cumbria County Council elections
THE POLLS have opened in this year’s Cumbria County Council elections. (1 comment)
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Keswick to Barrow is a family effort in memory of Glenis
THE memory of a devoted wife, mum and grandmother has inspired her loved ones to make fundraising a family affair. (1 comment)
Last updated 1 May 2013
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NHS cuts ‘hidden by Prime Minister David Cameron’ - West Cumbria MP
HOSPITALS are missing targets and health services are “at risk” in the hands of the current government, a Cumbria MP has warned.
Last updated 1 May 2013
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Millom mum thanks ‘wonderful’ team who saved her son
A RELIEVED mum has paid tribute to the “wonderful” hospital staff who saved her five-year-old son’s life after a severe seizure.
Last updated 1 May 2013
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Barrow hospital oncology campaigners secure face-to-face meeting
CAMPAIGNERS are set to meet with hospital bosses, doctors and nurses responsible for deciding what the future holds for Furness General Hospital’s oncology unit.
Last updated 1 May 2013
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Staff ‘lucky’ to flee from blaze at Ulverston takeaway
A FIRE caused extensive damage to a fast food takeaway.
Last updated 1 May 2013
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Buckingham Palace invitation for Ulverston girl Milly Pyne, 14
AN inspirational teenager has been given special permission to attend the Queen’s Garden Party in recognition of her charity work. (5 comments)
Last updated 1 May 2013
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Most Cumbria pupils get in at preferred school
THE majority of applicants for primary school places in Cumbria from September 2013 have secured their first preference.
Last updated 1 May 2013
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Barrow Hairy biker Dave Myers and wife Liliana to appear on ITV's All Star Mr and Mrs
HAIRY Biker Dave Myers and his wife, Liliana, will put their relationship to the test when they appear on All Star Mr and Mrs tonight.
Last updated 1 May 2013
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Barrow woman's head shave to help cancer-stricken sister
FOR many young girls, there is arguably nothing more annoying than your little sister copying your style.
Last updated 1 May 2013
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Barrow woman too drunk to recall assault on pair
A WOMAN who attacked two neighbours in front of young children during a booze-fuelled rage has no memory of the assault.
Last updated 1 May 2013
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Beautiful historic Kirkby home has plenty of character
A LOVELY home in a gorgeous village has proved a real drawing point for family living away. Barbara and Tony have had many fabulous years in their character-filled stone and slate house as SUSAN GOODSON discovered
Last updated 1 May 2013
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