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Delays to Barrow bin collections due to staff sickness and lorry repairs
Westmorland and Furness Council has advised residents in Barrow that bin collections will be delayed. General waste and recycling collections are set to be put back by one working day - and possibly for the rest of this week. The local authority
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Police dismiss rumour of young boy being injured in Barrow town centre
Rumours of a young boy being injured in Barrow have been confirmed to be false by the police. A social media post has reportedly been circulating online, claiming that a child was now at Barrow Police Station after being found in the town centre
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Fencing replaced where children's play area was previous dismantled
UNSIGHTLY fencing has finally been replaced around the site where a children's play park used to stand in Dalton. In 2018, local residents around Storey Square came home to the play park dismantled as a result of budget cuts made by Barrow Council
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Police appeal for witnesses after hit and run puts cyclist in hospital
Police are appealing for witnesses after a hit-and-run involving a cyclist in Barrow. Officers are investigating after a vehicle failed to stop following the road traffic collision which involved a cyclist and an unknown vehicle on Sunday.
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'The Beast of Cumbria' - Big cat DNA confirmed to be on sheep carcass
DNA belonging to a big cat has been identified on a sheep carcass found in Cumbria. Locals have long speculated as to whether the so-called 'Beast of Cumbria' is just one or several big cats that slink in the shadows of the countryside. Investigators
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Mobile networks reported to be down after work carried out to phone mast
Mobile phone users in Dalton have reported problems with their signal for over a week. The owners of the Clarence pub said the disruption in communication is causing chaos in terms of its deliveries with some being missed. They reported that
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Cumbria 2nd most profitable place in UK for holiday home letting
Cumbria is one of the best places in the UK to own a holiday let, according to a new report from Sykes Holiday Cottages. With annual incomes averaging £28,200, versus a UK average of £24,500, the region is the second most profitable area in the
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Help find JuJu - volunteers out over the weekend as beloved dog still missing
A beloved dog is still missing after last being seen at the end of last week. Junior (or JuJu) is a young male Shih Tzu who was last seen in the Moss Lane area of Holme Village on Friday, May 10 at around 1:30pm. He has ever so slight grey
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Cumbrian village among the 'coolest, prettiest and quirkiest' UK towns
A 'moody' Cumbrian village has been named among the UK's 'coolest, prettiest and quirkiest seaside towns'. Cumbria boasts an incredible coastline of cliffs, sweeping bays and views to the Isle of Man and beyond. That’s not even all our coasts
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Two schools in Barrow hope to become academies to 'ensure excellence'
Two schools in Barrow will seek views on their plans to academise at a public consultation. Greengate Junior School and Ramsden Infant School, which are federated, have applied to join South Cumbria Multi-Academy Trust. Members of the community
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Business at the heart of the Lake District stands up for the environment
A business at the heart of the Lake District has announced their support for the Save Windermere campaign. A local hair salon in Bowness, has taken a stand to support the campaign to protect England's largest lake from environmental crisis
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Furness bird sanctuary appeals to dog owners after pigeon dropped from dog's jaws
A bird sanctuary in Furness has appealed to dog owners after a pigeon was witnessed being dropped from the jaws of a dog. A post on the Bardsea Bird Sanctuary Facebook page created yesterday (May 12) states that passers by administered CPR to the
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School works with pupils from across Cumbria as part of Deaf Awareness Week
Furness Academy worked with other schools in Cumbria last week to inspire deaf children in the area. The academy was getting involved with Deaf Awareness Week, hosting an activity morning on Thursday, May 9. This involved visits from students
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"We were beaten by a better team" - manager's reaction after Raiders loss
Barrow Raiders Ladies suffered their third straight defeat in the league over the weekend at the hands of Workington. Raiders were narrowly edged out 10-6 in the Women's Super League fixture at the Northern Competitions Stadium. However, head
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Over 30 mountain rescue volunteers keep cyclists pedalling at event
The 'hardest' bike ride in the UK was just another day at the office for one mountain rescue team. The 'Wheelbase Fred Whitton Challenge' took place over the weekend, with the 112 mile route starting at Grasmere before climbing up Kirkstone, Honister
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Fundraisers take on Yorkshire's Three Peaks with added nighttime challenge
A group of people supported a hospice in Ulverston by tackling Yorkshire's tallest mountains - at night. St Mary's Hospice organised the 'Yorkshire Three Peaks at Night' event to create a once in a lifetime opportunity for 15 people at the start
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Simon Fell shares concerns over Dave Day plans with thousands coming to Barrow
An MP has shared his concerns over how the region is going to cope during Dave Day. On June 8, thousands of people will be making their way to Barrow to celebrate the life of Dave Myers, who died earlier this year. Whilst Simon Fell, the MP
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Popular garden centre named as retailer of the year in the North West
A well loved garden centre in Dalton has been named as the best retailer in the region this weekend. Charnley's Home and Garden was recognised at the North West Family Business Awards, being crowned as the retailer of the year. Read more: Businesses
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School in Barrow shows off new glowing hygiene rating
A school in Barrow has earned a new, glowing hygiene rating after its latest inspection. Greengate Junior School shared the news on Friday, May 10 that it had been given a five star rating by the Food Standards Agency. The school, found on
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Bus operator and volunteers earn royal recognition for work in Ulverston
A community group that is keeping a bus service in operation has earned royal recognition. Friends of X112, who primarily exist to support rural transport in south Cumbria and the Furness peninsula, shared on Saturday, May 11 that they had been
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Dave Myers' wife shares heartfelt tribute to Hairy Biker ahead of Dave Day
Dave Myers' widow has been speaking about the impact of his death ahead of the Dave Day celebrations. Liliana shared how 'terribly' she misses the beloved TV star and Hairy Biker after he passed away in February at the age of 66 following a two
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Dozens of homes to be affected by planned power cut
SCORES of residents are due to be without power when a planned power cut takes place this week. Electricity North West has warned 86 customers of the upcoming outage on Friday, which will allow maintenance work to be carried out. The power
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Grandmother and grandson saved from bedroom window as fire rips through Barrow home
A GRANDMOTHER and her grandson were dramatically rescued through a bedroom window in Barrow after a fire broke out in the downstairs of their home. 60-year-old Vikki Wearing lives at Langdale Grove with her grandson Layton. READ MORE: Barrow
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Four star Bowness hotel can build lake boathouse as Lake District planners overruled
A four-star Lake District hotel has been given the go-ahead to construct a boathouse and additional guest accommodation by a government inspector. The Planning Inspectorate overturned a decision by the Lake District National Park Authority (LDNPA
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Income tax and pensions: What retirees need to know
As you approach retirement, it's important to manage your finances wisely. One important aspect to consider is how your pension income is taxed. By understanding the tax implications of your pension income, you can make informed decisions and avoid
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Mind in Furness extends operating hours to offer urgent non-clinical help
Mind in Furness are extending their operating hours to offer urgent non-clinical help to people in need. For over five decades, Mind in Furness has delivered trusted and professional support services to those managing their mental health. The
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Multi-academy trust merger could see local schools integrated
Greengate Junior School and Ramsden Infant School will hold a public consultation next week to discuss their academisation plans. The Barrow schools, already federated, intend to join South Cumbria Multi-Academy Trust (SCMAT). A meeting will be
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Nominations opened for Cumbria Women of the Year Awards
Do you know a Cumbria woman who has shone in her community? Nominations are now open for the prestigious Cumbria Women of the Year Awards, acknowledging these everyday heroes. The awards celebrate women who've made a large impact in their community
