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Barrow were prepared for Pete Wild exit reveals chairman Paul Hornby
BARROW AFC chairman Paul Hornby revealed that the club were prepared to dela with Pete Wild’s exit even if the way it happened was a surprise. Speaking to BBC Radio Cumbria, he said: “We knew where we were going with it (replacing Wild). It’s ironic
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Robbie Stockdale looking forward to role as Bluebirds number two
NEW Barrow AFC assistant head coach Robbie Stockdale says he took no convincing to join boss Stephen Clemence at Holker Street. Stockdale revealed the pair have a good working relationship and says he’s looking forward to getting started. He
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Chance to play on Sega and Nintendo consoles at Barrow gaming event
A successful gaming event is set to return to Barrow this summer and promises to be 'bigger and better'. Level Up Gaming held its first event at Furness College in August last year. This year, it will take place at The Forum on Saturday, August
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Royal Liverpool Philharmonic return to Barrow with superstar violinist Simone Lamsma
The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic are set to return to Barrow on Friday (June 7) with superstar violinist Simone Lamsma. The Dutch musician is the Orchestra’s Artist in Residence this year and will visit Barrow for the first time to lead a concert
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Cumbrian chef with impressive resume moves into private catering
A Cumbrian chef who boasts an impressive resume, including most recently cooking at The Hive in Barrow, is now focusing on offering his skills as a freelancer. Dan Richards, who has been cooking up a storm in the kitchen for over 25 years, is looking
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Amateur Rugby League Round Up: Tigers move into top spot
HINDPOOL Tigers sit proudly on top of the North West Men's League's Division Two following their 34-12 win over Waterhead “A” at Brisbane Park. In a highly competitive 80 minutes, both teams attacked with flair with the Tigers coming out on top
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Heavy defeat is a real lesson says Barrow Raiders Ladies head coach
BARROW Raiders Ladies head coach Amanda Wilkinson said her side came up short despite giving their all in a bruising 68-0 defeat away to Leeds Rhinos. Speaking to the club’s official Facebook page, she said: “We talk a lot about preparing the girls
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Headteacher ‘absolutely thrilled’ after school inspection
The latest results of a Catholic Inspectorate report of a primary school in Furness described it as 'a beacon of love, joy, calmness and hope'. The headteacher at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School in Dalton has shared her thoughts
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Poor starts did the damage says Barrow Raiders head coach Paul Crarey
BARROW Raiders needed to be smarter against Bradford Bulls, that was the verdict of head coach Paul Crarey. Crarey felt his side started both halves of the game badly, which proved costly and said his side were made aware that Bulls would bring
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Plans revealed for 'fine dining experience' with Michelin Star chef at new restaurant
PLANS have been lodged to convert a former café into a restaurant in the Lake District. Grove Farm Partnerships has submitted a notice of intention application to the Lake District National Park Authority to re-use a barn previously used as a walkers
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Bid to remove affordable homes from development to 'safeguard the business’
PLANS have been lodged to lower the number of ‘affordable homes’ a developer is required to build at a site in Dalton in a bid to ‘safeguard the business’. Harry Barker Properties Ltd has submitted an application to Westmorland and Furness Council
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Mum who suffered six miscarriages said holding baby was 'the most fantastic feeling'
A NEW mum who suffered the heartache of six miscarriages said holding her baby for the first time 'was the most fantastic feeling in the world' Charlie and Lynette Bathgate, from Dalton, had been trying to have a child for eight years. And
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'I had to stop' - Orphaned ducklings rescued from A590
TWELVE orphaned ducklings were saved from the A590 by a business owner. Laurie Freeman, a local business owner, stopped traffic to save 12 mallard ducklings who were running astray after a car tragically killed their mother. Another driver
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'Numerous' people stopped as part of speed checks across Barrow and Furness
Police officers stopped 'numerous' people on roads in Furness as part of various speed checks in the region. Members of the Barrow Neighbourhood Policing Team were prioritising the issue on Thursday, May 30 and Sunday, June 2. They focused
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Investigation underway after murder accused dies in prison
AN INDEPENDENT investigation is underway by the Prisons and Probation Ombudsman after a Barrow man charged with murder died in prison. William Prince, 64, of Abbey Road in Barrow, died at HMP Preston on May 18. He was alleged to have murdered
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Thief, 37, jailed following spate of ‘serious’ shoplifting offences
A THIEF has been jailed for a spate of shoplifting offences in Barrow town centre. Edward Melton, of St. Lukes Street in Barrow, pleaded guilty to six counts of theft from a shop and one single count of possessing Class B Amphetamine when he appeared
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Barrow Market Hall gets ready to celebrate Dave Myers this weekend
Barrow Market Hall will be having a 'Dave Day' this weekend as part of wider celebrations across the town. On June 8, thousands of people are set to come to Cumbria to remember the life of Dave Myers, who passed away earlier this year after a battle
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How walking your dog can raise money for the Great North Air Ambulance
You could do a lot of good for a regional charity just by walking your dog later this year. The Great North Air Ambulance Service is organising 'Whirlybird Walkies', its first ever dog walking challenge to raise money to support its operations.
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Bellringers to honour the fallen heroes of D-Day this week
Four churches in Furness are looking to honour the fallen soldiers of D-Day this week with special services. National commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the Normandy Landings will take place around June 6, with Cumbria also getting involved
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Lili Myers pays tribute to Barrow in first TV interview since Dave's death
DAVE Myers' widow has paid tribute to the people of Barrow in her first TV interview since the death of the Hairy Biker. Liliana Myers was speaking on Lorraine on ITV on Monday, June 3 as anticipation builds up ahead of Dave Day this Saturday.
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Business in Barrow to close its doors to respect D-Day and Dave Day
A business in Barrow has made the decision to close its doors to properly honour D-Day and Dave Day. On June 8, thousands of people will be coming to Barrow to celebrate the life of Dave Myers, who called the Cumbrian town his home. Read more
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The Mail's 'Best Chippy 2024' awards - The Barrow shop frying up success
Let us introduce you to one of the fish and chip shops trying to win your vote as the best in south Cumbria. Last month The Mail launched the 'Best Chippy 2024' award with readers subsequently nominating their favourites. From this, the ten
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Unidentified Furness wedding photos from 1950s found in sofa bed 250 miles away
UNIDENTIFIED wedding photos taken in Barrow over half a century ago were found in a sofa bed hundreds of miles way. The stepdaughter of historian Dr Maureen James found the photos when she bought a sofa-bed from a second-hand shop in Barrow in
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Magician Jack Rhodes says Britain's Got Talent has 'set him up for life'
AN ULVERSTON magician and comedian said finishing as the runner-up on Britain's Got Talent has 'set him up for life.' Jack Rhodes, 26, performed in the grand-final of ITV's Britain's Got Talent on Sunday. He lost only to Sydnie Christmas, who
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Cumbrians take part in nationwide community 'Big Lunch'
Residents in Barrow took part in celebrations that aim to improve community spirit. The Nationwide Big Lunch event (June 1-2) prompted people to descend on Walney Library for afternoon tea, a Makaton choir and plenty of book-based activities.
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Lifeboat crew snaps into action as cabin cruiser left stranded
A cabin cruiser was stranded without power in Walney Channel over the weekend, forcing a rescue mission by lifeboat crew. The Barrow RNLI team launched its inshore boat, Raymond and Dorothy Billingham, after receiving a distress call from HM Coastguard
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Writer releases 'love letter' to favourite Lake District summit
Writer and runner, Eileen Jones, has written a 'love letter' book to her favourite Lake District summit, Loughrigg, after 13 years of weekly visits. Although only 1101ft high, Loughrigg holds a special place in the hearts of many. Its two-mile
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'No evidence' of seagulls nesting on derailed rail unit left in yard for months
THE derailed unit that came off the track in Grange is still sitting in a yard in Ulverston months after the crash. On March 22 the 5.18am train from Preston derailed on its approach to Grange. It closed the line for a month, and the Rail Accident