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School in Windermere boasts national-beating GCSE results
A school in the Lake District has cause for celebration after smashing the national GCSE pass rate. As with thousands of students across the country, pupils at The Lakes School in Windermere woke up this morning (August 22) to see the fruits of
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Wood pens new deal to extend Barrow Raiders stay to 2026
HOOKER Josh Wood has signed a new deal with Barrow Raiders, the club has announced. Wood has put pen to paper on a new contract, which will keep at the club until at least the end of the 2026 season. Wood has described the decision to extend
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Rescuers battle storm force gales to save stranded hikers on Scafell Pike
A GROUP of Three Peaks challenge hikers who were attempting a night-time ascent of Scafell Pike during storm-force gusts of wind had to be rescued. The group decided to hike England's tallest mountain in the early hours of Thursday despite there
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Headteacher praises pupils for 'incredibly' hard work on GCSE results day
Hundreds of pupils collected their GCSE results at St Bernard's Catholic High School in Barrow. Year 11 were able to come and collect their results from the school canteen. Headteacher Jennifer Whittam said: “It has been lovely this morning
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Cohort of Millom school 'rewarded with results' after 'willingness to achieve'
The Millom School community is celebrating the results of its latest cohort of GCSE students who its says have been 'rewarded' with great results. It says the results represent five years of hard work for the students and will allow them to progress
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Stolen Vauxhall Corsa found burned out
POLICE are investigating after a stolen car was later found burned out. A bright green Vauxhall Corsa was taken from Romney Road, Barrow, in the early hours of August 18 and found the following day at Newton having been set on fire. Police
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Barrow school's 'wonderful morning' of GCSE results as headteacher beams with pride
Pupils at a Barrow school are celebrating a 'wonderful morning' after achieving a set of outstanding grades in their GCSE exams. The Class of ‘24 at Chetwynde School returned to school to open their envelopes which revealed an array of 9s and 8s
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Staff at UVHS 'delighted and astonished' after amazing GCSE results
The headteacher of a school in south Cumbria has been left 'astonished' by the latest success of his students. Just like thousands across the country, pupils at Ulverston Victoria High School were learning their fates on Thursday after their recent
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Vet discusses flystrike, fleas, allergies and handling small pets
PDSA Vet answers your questions... Dear PDSA Vet, I’ve heard that I need to be careful about flystrike during summer. What is this and what is the best way to protect my rabbits Esme and Pru? Pam Dear Pam, flystrike is a life-threatening
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'Deadly' threat could quickly kill your pet, warn experts
Experts are warning rabbit owners to check their bunnies’ bums during warm weather, to prevent a deadly disease known as flystrike. (Image: PDSA) The condition, which is caused by flies that can lay eggs on rabbits’ fur, can quickly kill them
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A quaker response to climate change
George Fox is regarded as the principal leader of the early Quaker movement during the 17th century. He encouraged Quakers to ‘Let your lives speak’ and among other things to work in the professions, in trade and business to improve the lives of others
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Cumbrian competition company to donate to Barrow dad’s new wheelchair fund
A Cumbria-based competition website is helping to raise money for a cause ‘close to their heart’. Speed Competitions is a Millom-based company run by Jack Townsend, who has devoted the latest draw to raising funds for a 'life-changing' wheelchair
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Headteacher once again 'delighted' with the achievements of students' GCSEs
THE headteacher of Furness Academy said he was once again 'delighted' with the achievements of its GCSE students. Simon Laheney said he was 'really proud' of what students accomplished and praised staff for the support. Mr Laheney said: “Once
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Head of Lake District school says great GCSE results are 'testament to hard work'
A headteacher of a Lake District school has praised not only the students' dedication this year following a great set of GCSE results but also the support of their families. John Ruskin School headteacher Peter Blackburn said the hard work of students
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Storm Lilian to bring strong winds and heavy rain to Cumbria
STORM Lilian will bring strong winds and heavy rain to Cumbria which may lead to disruption to travel and infrastructure on Friday morning. Lilian will move northeast early on Friday morning at around 5am bringing strong winds for northern England
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Theatre at The Forum to close for up to six months
FURTHER surveys following the discovery of asbestos in the backstage area of The Forum in Barrow have confirmed that the theatre area will need to be closed while specialist work is undertaken to remove the asbestos. This means that the theatre
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GCSE results day 2024: Updates across Cumbria
5:12pm The national pass rate for GCSE's has fallen this year. But The Lakes School is celebrating after seeing a reverse
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New festival gets ready to take over latest south Cumbrian town
A festival that has been travelling across south Cumbria will be making its debut in Millom later this month. FixFest has already proved to be a hit in places such as Ulverston, Barrow and Grange-over-Sands. The festival, organised by People
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Couple who had baby after six miscarriages prepares for family fun day
A COUPLE who had a miracle baby after suffering the heartbreak of six miscarriages are preparing for a charity family day to support families going through similar situations. Charlie and Lynette Bathgate, from Dalton, had been trying to have a
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Still time to nominate your favourite bakery from across Furness
Fans of freshly baked bread and luxurious cakes still have time to nominate their favourite bakeries. Earlier this week, The Mail launched the 'Best Bakery 2024' awards with the nomination process currently underway. This will be open right
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Annual RNLI gala in Barrow combines lifeboat displays with vintage buses
An annual lifeboat gala is returning to Barrow this weekend as part of the RNLI's 200th anniversary celebrations. Organised by the Barrow Lifeboat Station, the event will take place on Saturday, August 24 from 1pm until 4pm on the Green at Marine
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Rediscovered photograph reveals mine shaft that was 'catalyst' for town's growth
A MAN has rediscovered a lost photograph of the mine shaft that was the 'catalyst' for Barrow's rapid growth in the 19th century. Kevin Alexander's great-great-grandparents had lived in the cottage near the shaft from 1900 until the 60s. When
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New look for Old Lyric Hall as business 'thrilled' with first Barrow aparthotel
A first look has been given at the Old Lyric Hall's major renovation ahead of its upcoming opening. In December last year, the green light was given for the historic Barrow building to be transformed into a 10-bedroom 'aparthotel'. The St David
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Sir John Barrow Monument used to remember global victims of terrorism
The Sir John Barrow Monument was used to remember the victims of terrorist attacks across the globe last night. The Ulverston landmark on Hoad Hill was lit up blue on Wednesday (August 21) as part of the UN's annual Day of Remembrance. This
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National charity comes to Walney to clean up beach
A national charity is focusing its efforts on Walney later this month to give it a much-needed clean. Organised by Just One Ocean, the scheme is taking place at Biggar Bank beach on Saturday, August 31. The beach clean-up will see people meet
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Michelin star chef opens new restaurant in the heart of the Lake District
A new restaurant has been opened in the heart of the Lake District by a Michelin Star chef. Having previously called time on neighbourhood restaurant Kysty after six years at the end of July, Ryan Blackburn opened the doors to The Schelly on Wednesday
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Business launches new clothing range celebrating the icons of Ulverston
A business in Ulverston is releasing a new clothing range dedicated to the market town. Working Class Heroes will be officially launching the line on Friday, August 30 with a party at its store on Market Street from 5pm. The clothes have been
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Walking guide's 'hardest day' of her career after hiker suffered injury
A Lake District walking guide has branded an incident that left one climber with an injury the 'hardest day' of her career. Helen Venus, who works for Women's Outdoor Holidays, was assisting two other people through a climb of Helm Crag near Grasmere
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Man charged after 'out-of-control' dog attacks woman in Barrow
A MAN is set to appear in court after being charged with being the owner of a dangerously out-of-control dog. The charge says the incident involved a brown Mastiff Cross injuring a woman on March 29 this year. Nathaniel Shaw, 20, has been charged
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Barrow Town Hall changes could be completed next year
Improvement plans at Barrow Town Hall could be completed next year if permission for the plans is granted. Westmorland and Furness Council wants to make internal changes to the ground floor of the Grade II listed building to increase accessibility
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Criminal escaped from police officer after being allowed out of hospital for a smoke
A CRIMINAL escaped a police officer’s attention after he was allowed out of the hospital for a smoke, a court heard. Earlier on May 10 Khyl Haines, 37, of Marsh Street, Barrow, had hurled what Judge Richard Clews described as 'unpleasant' abuse
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Help create Picasso the Park Python at art event
Ford Park is gearing up to host a colourful ensemble of artists following the success of the May-held Art in the Park. Artists Peter and Marie Graves, Val Stangoe, Rebecca Bennett, Sarah Brown, Nisha Halo, Kathryn Stevens, and Marie Rollet are
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Masons celebrate dual milestone at lodge
A south Cumbria Masonic lodge is set to celebrate its 100th anniversary this year. The Newby Bridge lodge will be celebrating the centenary milestone in October. This year also marks the 60th anniversary of the lodge moving into its new premises