Manager Ian Evatt revealed the extent of the injury that forced off midfielder Jason Taylor in the first half of Barrow AFC’s 1-0 victory over Maidstone United. Taylor was captaining the Bluebirds in the absence of injured skipper Josh Granite,
Barrow AFC 1 Maidstone United 0 Not for the first time, Tyler Smith proved to be Barrow AFC’s hero, as the top scorer’s poacher’s effort gave Ian Evatt’s side their third win in four games, despite them being reduced to ten men. Having climbed
YOU might not have read in the Bible that the baby Jesus was born on a farm in Kirkby in 1993 — but it did make headlines in the Mail. The newspaper provided a newsagents' A-board and a suitable poster to help youngsters with their nativity play
A FURNESS school came up with its own way to encourage youngsters to act as good as gold. The ABC scheme was the name of a new initiative at North Walney Primary School which rewarded model behaviour among the children. The Mail on Thursday,
THE Mail staff have set the ball rolling in putting the first food in a new collection basket at our offices. This week we launched a campaign to ensure no person in Furness, Millom or Ulverston goes hungry over the coldest months of the year.
THE local branch of the RSPCA has its hands full at the moment with more cats in its care than ever before. This puts everyone, both its staff and many volunteers, under a great strain making sure that all the animals are well cared for both physically
A JAILBIRD which was taken away from an inmate at Haverigg prison was provided with a new home 10 years ago. The Mail, on December 4, noted: "Jess the jackdaw had been kept by the prisoner since she was a chick but she was spotted during a routine
GOVERNORS at Ulverston Victoria High School have confirmed that Matthew Hardwick has been appointed as headteacher. He will take the reins from January 1 next year. Mr Hardwick has been acting Headteacher at UVHS since the retirement of stalwart
DAVE Warne is not too disappointed over Walney Central narrowly missing out on a place in National Conference League Division Three for 2019. Although they were promoted from North West Men's League Division One, 2018 proved a frustrating season
FURNESS Phantoms have been expanding their reach after holding the team’s first-ever rookie day at Kendal Rugby Club recently. The Ulverston-based American football club are eager to encourage more players from South Cumbria to join their ranks
WALNEY’s wildlife warden will be speaking on national TV tomorrow about her concerns towards the erosion of a disused tip along the coast. Sarah Dalrymple, South Walney’s wildlife warden, will be on BBC 1 for this week's Countryfile programme talking
MEET the newest additions to the Furness community. The parents of these little darlings have shared their joy as they welcome them into their families. The Mail photographer Leanne Bolger visits Furness General Hospital on a regular basis
FOR families in the South Lakes, Christmas can be an incredibly difficult time of the year when grieving the loss of a loved one. In spite of celebration going on all around, a missing family member can create a sense of loss and emptiness. This
Dear PDSA Vet, Our five-year-old tabby cat Bella is really attached to me and my wife, she’s a joy to live with. We’re going away for Christmas and are looking for a pet sitter. What should we look out for and what else should we do to keep her
DAVID Cairns is in no doubt the experience of playing for England Colleges will have proved beneficial to the Barrow trio involved, despite suffering a heavy defeat to the Australian Schoolboys. Furness Raiders graduates Jake Carter and Jake Stockdale
Sale Fell is the most north-western of the Wainwrights and is easily identified from the road to Cockermouth. Its modest height of 1170 feet, grassy slopes and splendid views make it a simple climb for most walkers. For a full day’s outing it’s
I recently viewed Rodin's sculpture "The Thinker". Some other viewers' comments as to what "The Thinker" was thinking were...(of the naked figure)..."Where did I leave my clothes?" and "Maybe I should try laxatives?". This work of art would initially
THE body of a man was pulled from Ulverston's canal today. Police confirmed a man was discovered in the stretch of canal close to Canal Street just after 10am today. A cordon placed around the scene has now been removed by officers. A police
FOR 15 years Barrow's popular theatre venue has sustained the highest hygiene ratings alongside hundreds of other well established eateries and food establishments. Following the latest statistics from the Food Standards Agency, 48 food establishments
IAN Evatt is hoping to give Barrow AFC’s fans something to cheer about this afternoon, as his side look to find that winning feeling again at home to Maidstone United. The long distances the Bluebirds often have to travel in the National League
A BITTER cold descended at nightfall, a crisp frost biting into the ground before I’d even reached my bed. When temperatures plunge in the days before a race-meeting, sleep comes but fitfully to racecourse managers. I awoke to the sound of wailing
MEET Elfis... He is The Mail elf leading readers on a magical Christmas journey around Barrow, Furness, Ulverston and Millom. Each day as we count down to Santa’s visit, The Mail staff will be taking their new friend with them around the area in
Do you remember when? What was in the South Cumbrian news 10, 25 & 50 years ago 10 YEARS AGO Former England rugby union winger Rory Underwood visited Barrow to deliver a motivational talk to gas terminal workers at the Abbey House Hotel.
MATTHEW Elkington battled through the wind and rain to take victory for the host club in this year’s Hoad Hill Christmas Pudding 10k. The Hoad Hill Harriers member completed the course in a time of 32mins 44secs, finishing over a half a minute clear
HARBOUR sit top of the Barrow & District Mixed Darts League after beating Vic Tavern 6-3. On form for the Harbour were Carol McCormack (2x100), Dave Eccles (115), Darren Clarke (100), Lol Crease (100), Tracy Clarke (100) and Ritchie Hall (125
RESIDENTS will get the chance to quiz an MP over Brexit in a special live session hosted by The Mail tomorrow. John Woodcock, the Barrow and Furness MP, is asking Facebook users to put their views on the divisive subject to him as he prepares for
THE announcement of a £400 million investment in Britain’s nuclear sea defences, safeguarding more than 8,000 jobs in Barrow and across the UK has been welcomed by Barrow’s council leader. Dave Pidduck, leader of Barrow Borough Council, has highlighted
WHAT great news for the Windermere branch line! To be up there with the chance of having some of the earliest hydrogen-powered trains is wonderful - zero emissions and no unsightly overhead wire pollution. It’s a win, win. There was never any case
