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First look at new library services proposed in Ulverston
A consultation has been launched to gauge people's views on the council's preferred option for the future of Ulverston’s library services. Ulverston King’s Road Library closed on September 1 2023 due to ‘electrical issues’. A temporary library
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Criminal damage reported at McDonald's in Barrow after boy pulls fire alarm
A branch of McDonald's in Barrow has reported a case of criminal damage to the police. The incidents are said to have taken place on the evenings of July 5 and 6 at the fast food restaurant at Hollywood Park. The fire alarm was set off on both
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Jailed: Man, 33, caught by police with half kilogram of cocaine in South Cumbria
A man who was stopped by officers in South Cumbria has been jailed for four years and six months for possession with intent to supply Class A drugs. Lewis Mahon Platt, 33, of Magnolia Court, Salford was sentenced at Carlisle Crown Court on Wednesday
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Cumbria Animal Rescue's 'rudest night yet' to raise money for the animals
Cumbria Animal Rescue is holding its 'rudest night yet' to raise money for the animals in its care. A live cabaret and comedy show will take place at Cloud 9 on September 20 with early bird passes now available for £10. The event is in aid
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Morrisons contractor hospitalised after suffering electrical burn
TWO contractors were hospitalised carrying out 'energy-saving work' at Morrisons in Barrow. A contractor working in an electrical supply room had suffered an electrical burn and was assisted from the building by firefighters and paramedics on
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Six shots from The Mail’s talented Camera Club
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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Closed: Power cut at Morrisons after engineer injured carrying out work in store
AN ENGINEER was injured carrying out 'energy-saving work' at Morrisons in Barrow. The store, which has no power, has been shut since Monday, July 8. A Morrisons spokesperson said: "Unfortunately, an engineer was injured while completing energy-saving
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Slow traffic on A590 this morning due to temporary traffic lights
THERE is currently slow traffic on the A590 at Ulverston due to temporary traffic lights. The traffic is moving slowly on Newland Road and Canal Street due to the lights, which is adding another 10-15 minutes to journeys. Traffic in Ulverston
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Bikes seized in Barrow after people caught riding in 'anti-social manner'
Two bikes have been seized by the police in Barrow after they were used in an 'anti-social manner'. Members of the Barrow Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) got involved in the situation on Tuesday, July 9. The vehicles were seen to be ridden
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No 10 role is one Dom Telford would relish for Barrow AFC
BARROW AFC striker Dom Telford is excited by the prospect of a change of role. Telford was used in the number 10 role in the 5-1 pre-season victory over Holker Old Boys AFC last weekend. While the frontman has played there before in his career
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£1.7m to be spent improving bus routes in Cumbria - see the full list
OVER £1.5 million of government funding is set to be used to improve bus services in Cumbria. Members of the cabinet for Westmorland and Furness Council are recommended to approve the allocation of £1.701 million from the Department for Transport
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'An amazing experience' - Fundraisers take a leap of faith for hospice
A team of fundraisers took the ultimate leap of faith over the weekend to raise money for a local charity. St Mary's Hospice, which is based in Ulverston and helps people across south Cumbria, organised its latest skydive on Saturday, July 6.
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Open air cinema returns to town this summer
MOVIES Under Moonlight is returning to Ulverston this summer. Alfresco Flicks, an outdoor cinema experience, will be at Ford Park. It boasts a socially spacious open-air cinema providing an array of first-class film experiences, live music
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Barrow 'daytime disco' to create six-hour nightclub experience
A new 'daytime disco' is coming to Barrow for the first time next month. Hosted by the Meeting Place, the event will bring the nightclub experience forward a few hours to give more people a taste of the party. It is designed especially for
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Limited tickets available for Francis Rossi's rescheduled visit to Barrow
A limited number of tickets are available after Francis Rossi rescheduled his visit to Barrow. The Status Quo frontman was supposed to perform at The Forum theatre last November, but a serious crash on the A590 meant that the night of entertainment
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Morrisons employees accused of fraud and theft appear in court
THREE Morrisons employees have appeared in court after they were charged with fraud and theft offences. The trio have had their case sent for crown court by magistrates after the alleged offences in Barrow. Elizabeth McCreedy, 57, of Tay Court
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Man whose bomb hoax led to street being evacuated sentenced
A MAN placed an electronic device made to look like a bomb on his front door leading to homes being evacuated, a court heard. Michael Wilson caused a major investigation to be carried out and an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team to be deployed
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School thanks Barrow community for support after fundraising success
A school in Barrow has thanked the local community following its latest fundraising success. Greengate Junior School held its annual Summer Fair last week on Friday, July 5, with people using the occasion to donate money that will go back into
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Free event comes to Windermere supporting veterans from Barrow
Veterans living in and around Barrow have been invited to take part in a free event in Windermere. 'Veterans Day' will take place on Saturday, July 27 between 10am and 4pm, offering former members of the Armed Forces the chance to explore what
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Pupils celebrate diversity at annual carnival event
PUPILS showcased diversity and learned about different countries in their latest school event. Brisbane Park Infant School in Barrow held its annual Carnival with this year's theme being 'One World'. In total, they flew 23 flags representing
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Work starts on improving Cumbria rugby club after fundraising campaign
Work has started to improve the facilities at a rugby club in Cumbria after its massive fundraising success. In April this year, Kirkby Lonsdale Rugby Union Club announced that it had finally reached its goal of £33,228. Read more: Cumbria
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New Barrow MP addresses major fear of Conservative predecessor
BARROW'S new MP has addressed fears from her predecessor that a Labour government would put investment into projects in the town at risk. Simon Fell said shortly after losing the seat he had held for five years that he was genuinely concerned the
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Folk music fans can enjoy a feast of traditional tunes this weekend
FOLK music fans can enjoy a feast of traditional tunes, songs, stories and dancing in Ulverston this weekend. The Furness Tradition Folk Festival runs from July 12 to 14 with gigs, workshops and storytelling sessions taking place at the Coro and
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Former sheltered housing building built in 1832 to be demolished for new homes
PLANS to knock down a former sheltered housing scheme in south Cumbria and build 18 affordable homes have been given the go-ahead. Westmorland and Furness Council has approved proposals from South Lakes Housing to knock down Yewbarrow Lodge off
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National poetry award scooped up by South Walney Junior School pupils
Two South Walney Junior School pupils have accepted a national poetry award at London's prestigious Globe Theatre. Max Fullard and Ellie Jeffrey received the Poetry by Heart Special Contribution Award, in recognition of their school's work to increase
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Paramedic to take on 900-mile bike ride for charity after accident
A paramedic who suffered severe injuries in a cycling accident is now embarking on a nearly 900-mile bike ride from Rotterdam to Nice. Jack Talbot, 31, from Ulverston, is undertaking the epic journey to witness the final stage of this year's Tour
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Specialists to tackle domestic and youth violence
Two new specialists have been appointed at University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust (UHMBT) to combat domestic violence and youth violence. Rebecca White, the new emergency department navigator (EDN), will be working with young
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Cumbrian store receives first gold standard age-friendly award
A Cumbrian business, Lakeland, has secured the inaugural Gold Standard Age Friendly South Lakeland Premises Award for its flagship store in Windermere. Age Friendly South Lakeland, the entity that launched the award scheme, applauds companies that
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Family takes on charity's new walking challenge
CancerCare has launched a new fundraising campaign - and one family has already taken up the challenge. The 'Every Step Counts' campaign motivates participants to enjoy the scenery around the Bay landscape whilst also securing crucial funds for
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Police 'aware' of dangerous and anti-social use of electric motorbikes and scooters
CUMBRIA Police are 'aware' of anti-social and dangerous use of off-road bikes and electric motorbikes and scooters. This comes after residents in Roose in Barrow said there were issues with anti-social behaviour caused by electric motorbikes.
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Windermere School sees student success with International Baccalaureate
Students from Windermere School are celebrating after their International Baccalaureate results were released. The pupils were delighted with their individual Diploma scores, but the entire cohort was also praised for its exceptional performance