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General Election: The candidates vying for your vote in Barrow and Furness
A GENERAL Election is coming up – here is everything you need to know about the vote in the Furness area ahead of the polling date. Residents will be asked to go to the polls on July 4 to select who they want to represent Barrow and Furness in
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What does the term Purdah mean in relation to general elections in the UK?
Rishi Sunak has called a new general election to take place in 2024 after months of speculation about when it would be. After a cabinet meeting the Prime Minister has shared it will take place on Thursday, July 4. Due to the general election
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Who is eligible to vote in UK parliament elections? All you need to know
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak confirmed earlier today: "There will be a general election in the second half of this year.” Asked at PMQs earlier today (Wednesday, May 22) whether he will call a snap election by SNP Westminster leader Stephen Flynn
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When was the last general election in the UK and what was the result?
Prime Minster Rishi Sunak has confirmed that the general election will take place on July 4. Throughout the day, there had speculation been rife awaiting the news of the general election date. The PM declined to rule out a summer vote but has
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Fire crew explains blaze spotted by residents early this morning
THE fire brigade has explained what caused a blaze which was spotted by residents across Barrow in the early hours of this morning (May 22). From the top of Holbeck to Rampside Road, residents captured photos of the fire and saw blue lights rushing
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Cat's Life: Terry Abraham on BBC's version of his much-loved red squirrel film
When self-taught Lake District filmmaker and photographer Terry Abraham began a passion project on red squirrels, he couldn't have envisioned just how much its message would resonate with audiences. After successful premieres in Cumbria and London
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Look at what The Mail’s talented Camera Club has been up to
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 The Mail Camera Club Facebook group and submit your images. Please include
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Herdy announces the opening of fifth shop in the Lake District
HERDY has announced the opening of a new shop in the heart of the Lake District. The gift and homeware company announced the store will be in Ambleside, making it the fifth shop in the Lakes for the brand. A spokesperson from Herdy said the
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Teenager becomes youngest-ever village mayor
A TEENAGER still studying at school has become the youngest-ever mayor of a Lake District village. Windermere School student Hector Westmoreland Nicholson (17) has been elected as the new mayor of Troutbeck. The outgoing mayor nominates their
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Barrow-built submarine nearly ready for action after sea trials
A BARROW-built submarine is nearly ready to get to work after sea trials. HMS Anson, the Royal Navy's newest and most advanced hunter-killer submarine, is now on the verge of joining the operational cycle following intensive tests in the Atlantic
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Cumbria County Cricket Club victorious to claim place in national finals
CUMBRIA County Cricket Club booked their place in the finals after winning both T20 matches in their Super 12 mini-league at Furness CC. Those results mean the will play in the Finals Day of the National Counties Cricket Association (NCCA) T20
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Contracts signed for new banking hub as work begins at former shop
Contracts have now been signed for Ulverston's new banking hub to operate - as work appears to be well underway. In April, contracts had been exchanged to open the second banking hub in Cumbria. Local residents and businesses in Ulverston had
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Plans to expand hotel are submitted
PLANS have been lodged for a viewing platform at a four-star Lake District hotel. Daniel Thwaites PLC has submitted a planning application to the Lake District National Park Authority to build a viewing platform at Langdale Chase hotel near Ambleside
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Plans for new ‘world class’ accommodation at five star hotel approved
PLANS to build new ‘world class’ accommodation at a five star Lake District hotel have been given the green light. The Lake District National Park Authority has approved a planning application from Gilpin Lake House Ltd to build two spa units at
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New 18-hole adventure golf course could be coming to south Cumbria
A new 18-hole adventure golf course could be coming to the Lake District. Choices Health Club has re-submitted a planning application to the Lake District National Park Authority for an 18-hole adventure golf course at Troutbeck Bridge Swimming
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Former pupils return to school to raise money for local oncology unit
A school in Barrow welcomed back some of its former pupils last week as part of a charity fundraiser. The ex-students visited Roose Primary School on Friday, May 17 to organise a cake sale, with the money brought in going towards the support of
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Inside the new vegan café in the Lake District
A BOTANICAL-themed cafe has opened in the Lake District offering visitors a full plant-based menu. The Botanical Kitchen opened at 4 St Martin’s Parade in Bowness on the first day of May, taking over the location previously occupied by the Ubuntu
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Stollers and Barrow chinese takeaway given new food hygiene rating
NEW food hygiene ratings have been awarded to two establishments in Barrow, the Food Standards Agency’s website shows. Stollers Furniture World, a cafe or canteen at Walney Road was handed a three-out-of-five rating after assessment on April 11
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Organisers "blown away" after success of 'Party for Palestine' in Barrow
The organisers of a 'Party for Palestine' event in Barrow have described how they were 'blown away' by its success. The event took place at Barrow Underground Music Society on Carlisle Street on Saturday, May 18. Read more: 'Party for Palestine
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Lake District: Hundreds of classic cars to go on show
A CLUB is its annual classic car show to raise money for a local charity. Windermere and Ambleside Lions Club is hosting the event that each year raises funds for a local charity. This year, members have chosen Carer Support South Lakes, an
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Foodbank supported by 'wonderful' donation amidst national surge in usage
A foodbank in Cumbria has received a timely donation amidst a growing dependency on similar services nationwide. Millom Foodbank was handed a cheque worth £1,000 from Furness Building Society with the charity thanking the group for the 'wonderful
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The Dock Museum to give their donations to Dave Day charities next month
The Dock Museum will be handing the donations it receives across Dave Day to the two chosen charities. Whilst not open on the day of the event itself in Barrow, the museum will open its doors on Sunday, June 9 in the hope that lingering visitors
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Woman who may have received infected blood at Barrow hospital hits out at government
A WOMAN who may have been given contaminated blood at a Barrow hospital says compensation should have been paid by the Government a year ago. Dena Peacock found out she had hepatitis C in 2017, decades after she received blood transfusions following
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Fundraiser narrowly misses out on World Record title but can still hold head up high
A FUNDRAISER narrowly missed out as he took on a World Record attempt. At Cumbria Strength and Conditioning gym in Dalton on Saturday, Andy Allan attempted the most weight lifted by kettlebell clean and press in one hour. Read more: Ulverston
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Cyclists use Lake District bike ride to raise prostate cancer awareness
A team of cyclists rode from Burnley to south Cumbria to raise awareness of prostate cancer. The group of 25 individuals started at Burnley's Turf Moor on Thursday, May 16 before heading to Kendal. They used the ride to raise money for the
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"I'm incredibly proud" - Say hello to the new Mayor and Deputy of Ulverston
Ulverston has welcomed its new mayor week following the town council's Annual General Meeting. The AGM took place on Monday, May 20, with Councillor Graham Scrogham taking over the role for the next 12 months. Councillor Shirley-Anne Wilson
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Union accuses school of 'gaslighting' teachers as they go on strike again
A UNION has accused a school of 'gaslighting' teachers as its members go on strike again this week. NASUWT - The Teachers' Union members working at Windermere School, which charges up to £40k a year for students, will take strike action today
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Drug dealer who boasted about having the 'best in town' jailed
A DRUG dealer who boasted about having 'the best in town' has been jailed. Brandon Crozier, of Thirlmere Close, Dalton, supplied cocaine and cannabis for his customers to sell on the street, a court heard. He appeared before Judge Philip Parry
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Barrow public event space to hold launch event after refurbishment
The opening of a new dedicated public events space in Barrow is set to be celebrated with a day of family-friendly entertainment. The amphitheatre - at The Dock Museum - has been overhauled as part of the Brilliant Barrow Town Deal Place Development
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Reunion: emergency team meets heart attack survivor
A woman who had a heart attack whilst on holiday in south Cumbria has met the paramedic who saved her life. Sarah Baines, a nurse from Manchester, began a mid-week break with her family in Backbarrow in October. She began feeling unwell, and
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Gift to charity increases allotment opportunities
Askam Village Hall Charity has received a gift of several allotments and associated land at Roan Head from Lake District Estates. This change marks the end of Lake District Estates' long association with the area, having acquired the Roan Head
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Velo Retro to celebrate 10th anniversary with weekend of festivities
Ulverston is cycling back in time next weekend, hosting the 10th anniversary of the Velo Retro, the largest retro and vintage cycling event in the UK. The festivity, part of the Retro Rendezvous weekend, has catapulted Ulverston into an international
