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Death notices and funeral announcements from The Mail
The Mail has published 8 death notices this week. Every week, The Mail publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in print, our death notice pages will remain
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Aldi 'hammers down prices even further' on over 40 products in store
Aldi has lowered the prices on over 45 fruit and veg products. From today, shoppers at one of the UK’s cheapest supermarkets will enjoy even lower prices on items including berries, oranges, tomatoes, and fresh salad range. Items such as avocados
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Coastguard issues warning after child blown out to sea on inflatable toy
A COASTGUARD has issued a warning after a child was blown out to the sea on an inflatable toy. Furness Coastguard were called out yesterday, May 26 to reports of a child on an inflatable toy was being blown out to sea. The child’s parent was
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How Barrow's past posters and adverts reflected the ever-changing early 20th century
The Sankey online archive offers a fascinating insight into life in Barrow in the early 20th century through the posters and adverts that feature in its photographs The collection showcases photographs taken by local men Edward and Raymond Sankey
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Police make arrests and seize suspected stolen caravans in pre-Fair operation
CUMBRIA Police officers arrested two men yesterday (25 May) as part of an operation targeting stolen vehicles being brought into the county ahead of Appleby Horse Fair. Officers first recovered a Toyota Hilux pick-up truck in the Brough area which
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All the power cuts planned for next week in Cumbria
MULTIPLE planned power cuts are in place across Cumbria in the week ahead, as engineers work to improve the electricity network in the area. Here are all of the dates and places planned power cuts will take place throughout the week, according
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Meet the Cumbrian shepherdess fighting to keep ancient mini sheep from extinction
A Cumbrian shepherdess is fighting to save a rare, and very cute, miniature sheep breed from extinction. Fourth generation shepherdess, Heidi Bell, 52, from Kirkby Stephen has been breeding Olde English Babydoll Southdowns for the past five years
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'Together we have achieved a lot' - Simon Fell's weekly column
On Wednesday last week, the Prime Minister called a General Election. I confess that this came as a bit of a shock - but nonetheless, this feels like the right time to be seeking a mandate in a very changed world. Because the world is more dangerous
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Lake District National Park teams up with electric bike company for greener rides
Staff at The Lake District National Park Authority are being encouraged to get on their bikes to support their health and to reduce their carbon footprint. Following their new partnership with local electric bike provider, ease e ride Ltd, staff
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Check out the family fun available in Cumbria this half term break with £2 buses
Family fun is available across South Cumbria this half term, Stagecoach is inviting families on an adventure that won’t break the bank. Stagecoach has a fleet of buses taking people to exciting places for just £2 a ticket per person - with the
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Board responsible for regeneration of former amusement park expands
The board in charge of plans for Morecambe’s Frontierland site has expanded to include members of the community. The project board was set up in September 2023 to lead the regeneration of the former amusement park site in Morecambe, which closed
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Meet the rescue dogs hoping to find love this summer
Three lovely pooches, currently in the care of Animal Rescue Cumbria, are ready for rehoming. Are you ready to meet them? Animal Rescue Cumbria and The Wainwright Shelter take in, rehabilitate and rehome 350 cats and dogs every year. Once a dog
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Check out the 'stunning' Grade II listed property for sale in the heart of Furness
A Grade II Listed property at the heart of Dalton-in-Furness has been added to the market. This semi-detached family home was built in the 1840s and stretches over three floors, having been renovated throughout. Skelgate boasts five bedrooms
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Former Church dating to the 1800s with ‘outstanding views’ for sale
There is a ‘rare opportunity’ to purchase a church in Cumbria, after it was recently added to the market. The former church dates back to 1840, comes with a wealth of period features and boasts ‘outstanding’ views. Rampside Church in Barrow
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Phone boxes to be turned into art project featuring Dave Myers and Peggy Braithwaite
Dave Myers and Peggy Braithwaite have been voted as the public's favourite Barrovians. Following the vote, artist Hannah Fox, working alongside BarrowFull, will be creating an art installation to honour the lives of the two celebrated figures.
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Teachers ditch the classroom to take on Old Man of Coniston
A group of teachers abandoned the classroom to take on a mountain ascent for charity. Staff at Greengate Junior School in Barrow set themselves the target of beating the Old Man of Coniston setting out on the journey on Saturday, May 18. The
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Business in Barrow to give out free Dave Day tickets to customers
A business in Barrow is treating one of its customers to free tickets to the upcoming Dave Day concert. The event is being held at Barrow Raiders' Northern Competitions Stadium on June 8 as part of wider celebrations in tribute to Dave Myers.
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Theatre group prepares for 80s rock musical show in town
AN amateur theatre group has been spending the last two months rehearsing for their new production of an 80s rock musical show. Abbey Musical Society is preparing for its Rock of Ages show based on the Book by Chirs D'Arienzo. The musical is
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Mountain rescue's medical officer receives award from Resuscitation Council
A MOUNTAIN rescue team medical officer received the inaugural Unsung Hero Of Immediate Care Award from the Resuscitation Council UK. Wasdale Mountain Rescue Team's medical officer Lucy Belson, was one of the winners of the 2024 annual Excellence
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Lovebirds celebrate Taylor Swift inspired first same-sex wedding in church
LOVEBIRDS are celebrating after being the first same-sex couple to get married in Ulverston Methodist Church. Ailsa Shimmin, 31, from Ulverston, who works in social care, tied the knot to 31-year-old Sophie Hatton, who works as a supplier manager
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Thief, 39, caught stealing packets of meat from major supermarket - sentence
A NOTORIOUS criminal from Barrow has been sentenced for stealing food from a major supermarket store. David Gilliam, of St. Quintin Avenue pleaded guilty to theft from a shop at the first opportunity at South Cumbria Magistrates’ Court on May 20
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Christian Aid supporters raised over £1,000 as part of national appeal
CUMBRIA charity supporters have raised more than £1,000 with a Burundi-style coffee stall as part of a national appeal. Appleby Christian Aid Group organised a display, with coffee and music from Burundi, at The Cloisters, outside St Lawrence’s
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Which places will be in the new Furness constituency? Your questions answered
WITH the General Election now set for July 4, many people will soon be voting for the Barrow and Furness MP for the first time after last year's boundary review. We have answered the questions you may have about what this will mean for your vote
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Former Subway transforms into charity shop and 'pay as you feel' café
A FORMER Subway on 207 Dalton Road in Barrow has been transformed into a community charity shop and café. Re:new has moved from its former premises on 63 Cavendish Street to the new retail space. Tim Jeffries, who manages the shop, said that