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Listening to the inward voice of God
George Fox, the founder of the Religious Society of Friends was a troubled young man who struggled to understand the meaning of life, the human condition and all those other deep questions which come to us particularly when we are young. Today
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Vet spills all on dental disease, biting, fur loss and smelly breath
PDSA Vet answers your questions... Dear PDSA Vet, my cat, Cinnamon, recently had a tooth removed due to dental disease. How can I prevent this happening again? Sheeba Hi Sheeba, the most effective way of preventing dental disease
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Ghyll scrambler flown to hospital after fall near Coniston
A TEENAGER had to be airlifted to hospital after falling while ghyll scrambling. Coniston Mountain Rescue Team was called out to the incident at Church Beck near Coniston yesterday. An organised group was ghyll scrambling in the beck hen one
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48 best and worst GPs in Cumbria according to patients - where does yours rank?
The 48 best and worst GPs in Cumbria for patient satisfaction has been revealed. The latest survey consisted of around 2.56 million questionnaires sent out to patients aged 16 or over registered with GP practices in England, from 2 January to 25
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Police make arrests in crackdown on drugs supply, sexual assault and robbery
CUMBRIA Police arrested 22 wanted people on suspicion of drug supply, sexual assault, robbery and other offences in a week-long crime blitz. The arrests were made ina week of action as part of the force's Operation Merlin. Last Monday, officers
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Expert shares how to involve your pooch on your wedding day
It’s wedding season – here’s how to include your dog in your big day Wedding days are often filled with celebrations with the ones you love the most, so it’s understandable that for many people it simply wouldn’t feel right to celebrate their
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‘Iconic duo’ bring evening of rock classics to town for one night only
Ulverston will welcome an ‘iconic duo’ for an evening of rock classics this weekend. The Coronation Hall is hosting Toyah and Robert, who are both renowned for their ‘legendary artistic twists’. In a career spanning more than 40 years, Toyah
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Check out this ‘stylish and modern’ family home with 1930s details
A ‘beautifully presented’ family home in Barrow has been added to the market. Number 43 on Prospect Road is for sale at £260,000. It is marketed by Poole Townsend Estate Agents, who said: “The stylish and modern decor contrasts nicely against
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Fresh eyes will be a help says Barrow AFC defender Niall Canavan
BARROW AFC skipper Niall Canavan says head coach Stephen Clemence has brought a fresh viewpoint to the club. The defender is enjoying life under the new Bluebirds boss, and he feels having led Gillingham in two games against Barrow last year could
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Cumbrian lads celebrate international win at European Championship Final
Three up-and-coming rugby players from Cumbria have claimed victory abroad. England Lions Rugby League Under 19's team travelled to Serbia on Thursday July 11 to take part in the 2024 European Championships. Daniel Knott from Dalton Dragons
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School celebrates special prom night and wishes students ‘the best’
A special school in Ulverston held an inclusive celebration as they wished leavers the best. Sixth form students at Sandside Lodge School celebrated their prom at the Old Mill at Bardsea on Thursday July 18. Students and staff helped to plan
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Dozens of permanent school exclusions in Cumbria last year
The number of suspensions in Cumbria schools reached a record high in the last academic year, new figures show. It comes as Impetus, a charity advocating for disadvantaged young people, said the Government's ambition to break down barriers to education
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Over 100 new homes could be coming to south Cumbria
MORE than 100 new homes could be coming to Kendal. Developer Charles Church Lancashire says it has exchanged contracts to purchase land allocated for housing on the edge of the town. The proposed development could consist of around 143 homes
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Dad given restraining order against his own son after 'nicking' him with a knife
A JUDGE told a Barrow dad bringing out a knife in front of his son and 'nicking' him on the chin was a 'particularly horrible and unpleasant offence.' The defendant, who cannot be named for legal reasons, admitted assault occasioning actual bodily
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Mountain rescue team lodges plans for car park
A LAKE District mountain rescue team has lodged new plans to use former railway land as a car parking after previous proposals were turned down. Coniston Mountain Rescue has submitted a new application to the Lake District National Park Authority
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Plans approved for a new Greggs that is set to stay open until 10pm
PLANS to convert a ‘redundant’ car sales room in south Cumbria into a new Greggs has been given the go-ahead. Westmorland and Furness Council has granted planning permission to Cox Motor Group to convert the site of the former Seat sales room off
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HGV driver who caused serious injury avoids jail
A MAN who caused serious injury by driving carelessly has avoided immediate jail time. Konrad Patro admitted causing serious injury by careless or inconsiderate driving after an incident on Park Road in Barrow last month. South Cumbria Magistrates
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Money 'secured' for long awaited path repairs in Cumbrian town
Work looks set to finally begin in Dalton to repair a stretch of footpaths. Earlier this year it was announced that funding had been granted to improve the Haggs Walk, with work originally expected to begin in March. Read more: Dalton community
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Meet the Cumbrian representing Team GB at the Paris Olympics
Say hello to one of the Cumbrian natives who has made it into Team GB for the Paris Olympics 2024. Fiona Crackles, 24, will be appearing in her second consecutive Olympics when she represents the nation as part of the women's hockey side. Originally
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South Cumbria establishments served with new food hygiene ratings
NEW food hygiene ratings have been awarded to four South Cumbria establishments. Inspectors from Westmorland and Furness were busy rating eateries, the Food Standards Agency’s website shows. The following ratings have been given to three restaurants
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Barrow's most expensive and cheapest streets to buy a house revealed
THE cheapest and most expensive areas to live in in Barrow have been revealed. Newly analysed data shows which streets in the town have seen homes sell for the most over the past five years - and which have changed hands for the cheapest. The
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New 'dementia hub' aims to look after vulnerable people in Barrow
A new monthly group in Barrow is aiming to look out for vulnerable people living in the area. Organised by St Mary's Hospice, the Furness Dementia Hub will take place on the fourth Wednesday of every month, with the first sessions held on July
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Barrow Raiders and Amanda Wilkinson look to inspire next generation of stars
Barrow Raiders are looking to inspire the next generation of female rugby players with a new programme. The club has been asked by the Rugby Football League (RFL) to run a peer-to-peer selective programme for Under-15 and Under-16 girls. Up
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Business in Millom opens its doors for free to support local charity work
A business in Millom has chosen to help a newly formed charity by opening its doors for free. The Vapour Bar on St George's Road is acting as the new weekly base for the Millom and Around the Combe Community Group (MACCG). Read more: Barrow
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Guests attend 400th anniversary celebrations of the birth of Quaker founder
QUAKERS at Swarthmoor Hall honoured the life of early Quakerism founder George Fox with a week of free events - 400 years after his birth. The team in Ulverston welcomed special guests, volunteers and friends to a ceremony in the gardens to close
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"It's a real honour" - restaurant owners react to UK top 100 ranking
The people behind a restaurant in the Lake District were 'blown away' after being named as one of the best in the UK. The Yan at Broadrayne, found in Grasmere, has been included in the Good Food Guide 2024 top 100. It is the second year in
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'Grave concerns’ about ‘many obvious declining standards’ at South Lakes Safari Zoo
ZOO bosses said there were ‘no excuses’ after an inspection found conditions of its licence were not being met. An inspection of South Lakes Safari Zoo in April found while the inspectors did not doubt the ‘hard work’ and ‘passion’ of the staff
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The Mail's 'Best Pub 2024' award: Family-run business has 'bright future'
A family-run pub in Dalton is hoping to earn your vote in the search for the best boozer in Furness. At the start of the month, The Mail launched the 'Best Pub 2024' award with readers subsequently nominating their favourites. From this, the
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Five Cumbria family-friendly parks to explore this summer
Five of Cumbria's best family-friendly parks have been highlighted as part of Love Parks Week. In light of Love Parks Week, a tribute to green public spaces and the health benefits they offer, playground experts have highlighted the top five family-friendly
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Mountain rescue teams assist police in search for child in Lakes
CUMBRIA Police asked Coniston Mountain Rescue Team to assist them in the search for a child. Two Land Rovers were initially dispatched with a third following after another incident was concluded. A spokesperson from the team said: "Following