TWO people have been arrested after a fight broke out onboard a train. On Friday night, police received a report of a fight aboard a train at Ulverston Station. A man and a woman were arrested in connection with the incident. The pair have
PLANS have been approved for a new dog boarding facility to open in Barrow. Plans put forward to Barrow Borough Council to open a dog boarding facility at Thwaite House in Hawthwaite Lane have been given the thumbs up. The plans propose changing
THE end of 'Plan B' coronavirus measures by the Government has been welcomed. Plan B restrictions aimed at tackling the spread of Covid are to be dropped across England. Boris Johnson told MPs in the House of Commons more than 90% of over-60s
A TOWN has been left without a much-valued dedicated police officer after he was redeployed to Barrow. After extensive campaigning Dalton received a dedicated community police officer last year. But the town has seen three officers perform the
DEAR PDSA Vet, I recently had my dog’s hair cut quite short and now her body seems to look very different. How can I tell if she is overweight? Lee Fur hides a lot! That’s why being “hands on” is important when assessing your pet’s size, to feel
Rampside Women's Institute did not hesitate when its members were approached by Barrow's Civic Pride committee for help to brighten up the borough in 1988. They immediately collected £15 and used the money to plant bulbs on the roundabout at the
Barrow AFC star Ollie Banks has signed a new two-and-a-half year deal. The Bluebirds' ten-goal top scorer has committed his future to the Holker Street club. The news is a boost for Barrow after a period of speculation regarding Banks' future
SINCE the beginning of the pandemic it has become much harder to see a dentist. Dental care provider mydentist released their Great British Oral Health Report this week, which identified huge discrepancies in dental availability between both rich
SOUTH Cumbrian MPs Tim Farron and Simon Fell have clashed in opinion over allegations of blackmail in the Tory Party. Downing Street is resisting opening an investigation into allegations of Tory MPs being blackmailed into supporting Prime Minister
THE cost of mooring boats on Windermere is set to rise after proposed fee changes were given unanimous approval by a South Lakeland District Council (SLDC) committee. The move has come in the wake of inflation and changes in demand as the council
AN INTERNATIONAL circus is stopping off at a town theatre to provide audience with amazing magic and lots of laughs. Shone Productions brings International Circus Acts, Circus Spectacular to The Forum Theatre, Barrow on Friday, February 18.
FRIENDS and family of a dad-of-two had expressed concern about his level of drinking, an inquest heard. Daniel Henderson, of Ramsden Street in Barrow, died after suffering a health condition due to a long-term drinking problem, Cockermouth Coroner
A BOOK showcasing the beauty of our county is to be released. Extreme Lakeland, by Nadir Khan and Tom McNally, have been building up a bank of photography since 2017, alongside accompanying essays and text. Tom McNally said: "Part of the thrust
THE UK's foremost artist-led printmaking festival is returning in full force this year. Printfest is returning to the Coronation Hall in Ulverston this April and May, with a host of artistic talent set to be on display. For over 20 years Printfest
UNTIL we get our rock bands and music festivals returned to us The Mail will take you back to the musical scene of Barrow. In 2014, the band Ever Young performed on stage at the Family Fun Weekend in Barrow Park before an excited audience of fans
RAIDER'S skipper Jarrad Stack will make his first appearance when North Wales Crusaders visit Craven Park tomorrow (kick off 3pm). Work commitments ruled Stack out of the previous two pre-season friendlies against former club Workington and Newcastle
OFFICERS are appealing for information following an attempted burglary of a town centre shop. A window was smashed at Baby Bitz in Cavendish Street, Barrow following an attempted burglary. Police are investigating an attempted burglary which
Promotion-chasing Mansfield Town could involve experienced new signing Lucas Akins for the first time against Barrow AFC today. This afternoon's visitors moved for the Burton Albion attacker this week. And the 32-year-old could be in the frame
Here are the inquest scheduled to take place in Cumbria next week: Tuesday January 25 - Coroner's Court, Cockermouth. 10am David Tallon Age 63 from Kendal Date of death: September 4 2021 Place of death: Kendal Estimated
OFFICERS found a bag of cannabis whilst conducting antisocial behaviour patrols in Barrow. Drugs have been seized from an area outside of St Matthew's Church in Harrogate Street after officers found a bag of cannabis. Police are urging the
MEET the newest additions to the South Lakes and Cumbrian community. Here we want to celebrate with you as new life comes into the world. Life is precious and we hope to share the joy you feel with our readers, and help you make such a joyous
THE Government's decision to sack unvaccinated healthcare professionals has caused a huge amount of controversy. This comes after MP Tim Farron has warned that plans to sack unvaccinated NHS workers could see Morecambe Bay Hospital Trust lose hundreds
A MILLOM man is set to face South Cumbria Magistrate’s Court on Monday. The man, named on court documents as Lawrenc Lupton, faces two charges - burglary of a dwelling and theft. The first charge relates to an offence on March 24 2020 where he
COUNCILLORS have said they are committed to providing affordable housing for local people after new figures revealed South Lakeland is the least affordable region in the North West for first time buyers. The analysis by Nationwide Building Society
A NURSE who has supported hundreds of families after losing a loved one is taking on a skydive in the name of charity. Donna Parker joined St Mary's Hospice in Ulverston as a nurse and has since made a 'huge impact' in the family and bereavement
A RESTAURANT and café in a Lake District town has received a food hygiene rating of one out of five. The Magic Roundabout in Queens Square, Bowness, was inspected on November 16, 2021. The score indicates 'major improvement' is necessary at
BARROW Raiders have applied to enter a ladies reserve side in League 1. The reserves will be led by head coach Paul Sykes, who has been working with the girls as an assistant for some time. Paul will receive assistance from members of the Advantage
A KENDAL man will appear in court on Monday over allegations of animal cruelty. Paul Joseph Spinks, 31, of Overdale Close, was charged with causing unnecessary suffering to a protected animal - a bull terrier type dog named Snoop. The offence
THE number of coronavirus cases has increased by 75 in the last 24 hours, official figures show – and one more death was recorded. A total of 18,455 people had been confirmed as testing positive for Covid-19 in Barrow when the UK coronavirus daily
BARROW Council has confirmed that the travellers that were occupying the war memorial on James Freel Close have now vacated. The caravans pulled up in the area shortly before Christmas, according to the council, and were taking legal action to
A MAN who sold a 'not fit for purpose' car has been ordered to pay back the woman who bought it off him. Tony Stoiles has been told to pay a total of £2,021, plus legal costs, to Chevonne Shaw after a county court judge ruled he had sold her a
SOME of the best pictures taken in Barrow, Walney and the Lake District. These are the latest shots taken by The Mail’s talented Camera Club. If you would like to see your pictures published in print and online, along with your byline, join
