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Historic Barrow grave listed as part of RNLI's 200 year anniversary
Historic England has announced the listing of a grave monument dedicated to James Gall in Barrow as well as releasing an interactive map featuring historic North West landmarks connected with the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI). Both
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Man arrested as police investigate indecent exposure incidents over a year
Police are appealing for witnesses or victims of indecent exposure incidents. Cumbria Police are currently investigating reports of indecent exposures in the Ulverston area over the past 12 months. They believe some incidents may not have been
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The most stylish place to live in Cumbria according to a new survey
Keswick is the most stylish place to live in Cumbria, according to a new survey. The tourism hotspot was the highest-rated location in the county in a list of the 60 most stylish places by the online store Furniturebox. In second place was
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Section of Morrisons reopens after engineer suffers electrical burn
A SECTION of Morrisons in Barrow has reopened after an engineer suffered an electrical burn carrying out 'energy-saving work'. The Mail understands that the ambient (non-chilled) section of the store is now open and fresh food will be brought through
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Everything pet owners need to know about collars, chewing, ticks and medication
PDSA Vet answers all of your pet-related questions... Dear PDSA Vet, my dog, Diego prefers to be walked using a harness, over a collar. Does he still need to wear a collar as well when we are out and about? Thanks Jules Hi Jules, yes, he
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Vet charity shares top tips to keep pets safe and prevent them from going missing
This July marks Lost Pet Prevention Month, and vet charity, PDSA are sharing top tips for keeping pets safe, and what to do should the worst happen, and your pet becomes lost or is stolen. PDSA Vet Nurse, Nina Downing said: “Pets are
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Hope springs eternal – and it’s essential to us all
In all ages of time people have felt the need for hope. There is a saying – a proverb – in Tongan that goes, “Ikai ke’i ai ha mamaki hange ha ‘amanaki to noa”. It means, ‘there is no pain so great as a hope unfulfilled.’ Why do we keep on hoping
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'Skillful' helicopter pilot flies through thick cloud in mountain rescue
'SKILLFUL' helicopter flying was required as two separate youth groups hiking in the Lake District required mountain rescue help simultaneously. A member of one youth group had suffered a suspected broken ankle and a member of another was reported
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'Summer rave' to take place in Barrow headlined by popular 'bounce' DJ Andy Whitby
A summer rave is set to take place in Barrow in August with a popular hard dance DJ supported by two local DJs. Headliner DJ and producer Andy Whitby is widely acknowledged by his peers and known for pushing the boundaries of the harder side of
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Leading pet charity gives advice on hayfever, biting, teething and costs of a new pet
PDSA vet answers your burning questions, from hayfever to teething... Dear PDSA Vet, can dogs get hayfever? My pug Frankie is itching all the time at the moment! Jodie Hi Jodie, yes, pets can suffer from pollen allergies just like
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Furness pub to reopen under new management after closing four months ago
The General Burgoyne in Great Urswick will reopen under new management. The pub has teased its reopening since closing four months ago when it ceased operations on March 20 this year. The General Burgoyne issued a statement on its social media
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Nominations open for 2025 Love Barrow Awards
Nominations for the 2025 Love Barrow Awards are now open. The 20th edition of the awards will recognise people and community groups that go the extra mile to give back to the South Lakes area. The ceremony will be held at The Forum in Barrow-in-Furness
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BAE lists 76 projects it invested in its 2023 Social and Economic impact report
BAE Systems has released its Social and Economic Impact report from 2023 which outlines the projects it invested in last year. In 2023 BAE supported 76 projects, events and initiatives across priority areas related to the armed forces and their
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Prom pictures: Ulverston Victoria HIgh School
Prom season for South Cumbria is well under way as Year Eleven students celebrate the end of their exams. On Thursday June 20, 170 students from Ulverston Victoria High School enjoyed their prom at The Castle Green Hotel in Kendal. The evening
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Weather the winner despite efforts of Freddie Fallows
CUMBRIA County Cricket Club opened their account in this year’s Durrant Cricket National County Championship with a winning draw (10 points) over Northumberland (eight points). On the eve of the fixture Jesmond Cricket Ground was waterlogged, and
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Coroner raises FGH concerns after pensioner died at home hours after being discharged
A CORONER will write to Furness General Hospital due to his concern that two women died in ‘very similar circumstances’ shortly after discharge from its emergency department. Nancy Rogers, 75, died in her home on Ocean Road, Walney Island, on November
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13th person admits role in £53m cocaine supply plot smashed after Lakes drug seizure
A THIRTEENTH person has admitted being involved in a huge £53 million county lines cocaine supply plot which featured a former television Love Island star and was smashed after a drug seizure in the Lake District. Gary Gittins, 42, appeared at
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Police crackdown begins in Furness ward to 'clear the area of crime'
POLICE have launched a crackdown that will tackle serious and organised crime through 'intelligence-led operations' in a ward in Barrow. Happy Hopeful Hindpool aims to clear the area of crime, prevent other criminals controlling the vacuum and
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Hundreds of people in Westmorland and Furness die due to respiratory causes
Hundreds of people in Westmorland and Furness died due to respiratory diseases in 2022-23, new figures show. It comes as analysis of the data exposes stark inequality across England, with a higher rate of respiratory illness tracking with deprivation
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Plans for interpretation panel at 5,000-year-old stone circle approved
PLANS to provide an interpretation panel at the site of a 5,000-year-old stone circle in the Lake District have been given the green light. The Lake District National Park Authority has approved proposals lodged by Alice Lewthwaite to place an
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New food business gets ready to open its doors in Barrow
A new business is getting ready to open its doors in Barrow. Sangas, a deli, will be the latest addition to the Barrow food scene and will be managed by the couple behind the Broughton-based trader Knife and Sole. The catering business was
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Man banned from drinking alcohol after assaulting two police officers
A DRUNKEN man tried to bite police officers while receiving treatment in hospital, a court heard. Jonathan Haycock admitted assaulting two police officers having been taken to hospital on two separate occasions. The 42-year-old also assaulted
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Motorist caught drug driving has 'smoked cannabis since age of 14'
A VAN driver caught drug driving on a motorway told a court he had been smoking cannabis since the age of 14. Barrow man Stephen Armstrong was driving on the M6 when he was stopped by police because of a fault with his car. Appearing nervous
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Businesses encouraged to get involved with upcoming Barrow event
Businesses across Barrow are being encouraged to embrace the occasion as a popular event returns to the town. The Festival of Transport, organised by Barrow Business Improvement District, will be taking place on Saturday, July 20, featuring an
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Cumbria business supports food charity in Ambleside
A business based in Windermere has shown support for a local food initiative with a 'fantastic' donation. McClures, a restaurant wholesaler, sent two donations of food and baked goods to the Ambleside Parish Centre this week. There, volunteers
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Local musicians to support upcoming school fundraiser
A school fundraiser in south Cumbria will be supported by a team of local musicians this week. Cartmel Priory School is hosting its annual Summer Fair on Friday, July 12 from 5.30pm to 8pm in the hope of raising 'vital funds' towards extracurricular
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Walney women's rounders team gets new kit thanks to local community shop
A women's rounders team in South Cumbria has got a new kit thanks to the support of a local community shop. The all-female Hit Squad based in Walney got new gear this month including quality red hoodies and shirts. One Stop Shop based on Mill
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Andy's Man Club in Barrow surpasses 1,000 attendees since launch
Andy's Man Club in Barrow has revealed it has helped over 1,000 people since its launch earlier this year. The Barrow branch of the national charity opened its doors on February 12, which saw 80 men take part in the first session. Read more
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Unpaid work for man who admitted threatening woman
A MAN has been handed a community order for using threatening behaviour or words with the intent of causing fear of or provoking unlawful violence. Michael Shepherd, 50, of no fixed abode, admitted using abusive or insulting words or behaviour
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Building business resilience: The pivotal role of an accountant
In the ever-shifting landscape of business, resilience isn't just a buzzword—it's the backbone of sustainability and growth. At the heart of this resilience is not only strategic planning and operational agility but also financial insight.
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Vernon Kay set to entertain at Cartmel races this summer
Racegoers at Cartmel later this month will be entertained by TV presenter turned DJ, Vernon Kay. Expected to draw a crowd of more than 10,000 on Saturday, July 20, Cartmel, described as "Britain’s most picturesque racecourse", hosts the first of