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Mess left at skate park by off-road bikers revealed as police investigate
PHOTOS reveal the mess left behind by off-road bikers in a park. Police received a report of an off-road bike being ridden at Mill Lane park - after officers warned young bikers terrorising communities will be tracked down. Walney North Town
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Cyclist suffers chest injuries after crash in Lake District
A CYCLIST was injured in a crash in the Lake District. Cumbria Police are appealing for witnesses to a collision that occurred near Esthwaite Hall, Hawkshead at approximately 9.50am on Monday August 19. The collision involved a silver Citroen
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Flooded road closed due to 'suspected' damaged culvert
A LAKE District road is closed due to a 'suspected' damaged culvert. Westmorland and Furness Council said Under Loughrigg Lane in Ambleside is closed after flooding was detected today, August 29. A spokesperson for the council said: "Our crews
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The power of a mother’s prayers – St Monica and St Augustine
This week we have been celebrating two saints, one after the other, St Monica on August 27 and St Augustine on August 28. Mother and son. The son is more famous: in his own time, as a great bishop, preacher and teacher; for Christians over the
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Leaving your pet at home to go to work - vet shares advice
PDSA vet answers your questions... Dear PDSA, Last year my dog Sally would shake when fireworks were going off, and she’d get really scared. Is there anything I can do to prepare her before bonfire night this year? Rita Dear
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Expert warns pet owners to start preparing for firework season NOW
Although the sun is shining and Bonfire Night is unlikely to be at the forefront of our minds, PDSA is warning pet owners to start preparing for fireworks season now. The vet charity for pets in need has urged owners to take action as soon as
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'It's intimidating' - Off-road bikers in balaclavas cause chaos
POLICE said they are 'working tirelessly' to clamp down on 'reckless' bikers on Walney Island. Officers from Barrow Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) are encouraging residents to get in touch with information relating to off-road bikes being ridden
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Six gorgeous dogs hoping to find their forever families
As dog lovers around the world celebrate International Dog Day this week, honouring dogs of every shape, size, age and breed, it is the perfect time to encourage adoption. Six lovely pooches currently in the care of Animal Rescue Cumbria are ready
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Barrow AFC boss Stephen Clemence hails his spot-kick hero
BARROW boss Stephen Clemence revealed penalty hero Paul Farman predicted he would save the final penalty before the club’s dramatic shootout victory over Championship Derby County in the EFL Cup. Clemence was beaming with pride after his side secured
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No asylum seekers are being housed in hotels in Westmorland and Furness
No asylum seekers were being housed in hotels in Westmorland and Furness, new figures show, despite more than 100 being housed at the same point last year. A refugee charity has said hotels should never be used to house asylum seekers, warning
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Meet the 20-year-old bellringer named Young Ringer of the Year
A DALTONIAN was praised for his bellringing skills at an award presentation. Carlisle Diocesan Guild of Church Bellringers presented a trophy to Iwan Cotgreave as the Young Ringer of the Year Award. When home from university, the 20-year-old
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Hobby horses to replace horse display at agricultural show over safety concerns
An agricultural show in south Cumbria has been forced to cancel any involvement of horses due to health and safety concerns. The decision was announced by the Millom and Broughton Show on Tuesday, August 27 following an inspection of the fields
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Date set for opening of luxury apartment block in Ulverston
An event is happening in Ulverston in October to officially launch a block of luxury apartments. Plans were approved in 2023 to convert the grade II-listed Lonsdale House Hotel on Daltongate into 13 suites after the property was bought by the Cameron
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Delays to be expected due to temporary broadband works
DELAYS are to be expected due to temporary broadband works on a Lake District road. A section of Station Road in Coniston will be closed whilst work from Openreach is being carried out. Work is set to start on September 2 and it is anticipated
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'All good things must come to an end' - Barrow shop to close next week after 19 years
A beauty salon in Barrow is closing next week with the building now available on the market. Jules Hair and Beauty announced last Thursday they would be closing their doors after nearly two decades of business from their shop on Rawlinson Street
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Cumbria swimmers take to the water alongside Olympian in special session
A group of children from south Cumbria took to the water alongside Olympian Adam Peaty. Ulverston Otters, a competitive swimming club, were fortunate enough to win 10 spots at the Olympian's AP Race Clinic at Sunderland Aquatic Centre on Monday
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Busy Bank Holiday for Lake District rescue teams with 20 callouts in four days
Rescue teams in the Lake District had a hectic Bank Holiday as they continue to field their busiest year on record. The Lake District Search and Mountain Rescue Association (LDSAMRA) revealed this week that, between August 23 and 26, they responded
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Police promise "we're coming" after multiple arrests
Police officers in Barrow have sent out a warning to any would-be criminals after making multiple arrests. On Wednesday, August 28, the Barrow Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) confirmed that seven arrests were made last week, largely relating
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Club hosts colourful fundraiser to support local charities
A club in Barrow is hoping that a splash of colour can be the key to supporting local charities. The Furness Multi-Cultural Community Forum and Youth Club will be hosting a family fun day on Saturday, August 31 from noon until 6pm. This
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Investigation work confirms A591 can safely remain open despite bridge closures
INVESTIGATION work has confirmed the A591 can safely remain open despite two bridge closures. The A591 was closed overnight earlier this month to allow for the Westmorland and Furness Council to safely undertake monitoring of the Brigsteer and
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Barrow business 'gives back to local community' with donation commitment
A business in Barrow is giving back to the local community by supporting a charity for the next three years. St Mary's Hospice shared on Tuesday, August 27 that Tudor Car Services, based on Duke Street, had signed on to be the latest member of
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Bid to woo more tourists from Australia and New Zealand to the Lake District
Windermere Lake Cruises is heading 'down under' to attract more tourists from Australia and New Zealand to the Lake District. Tour operators are to be met in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, showcasing the beauty of England's longest lake and the
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Raw sewage dumped into Lake District bathing water for days
TWO sites in the Lake District have been discharging untreated sewage into a bathing water site for days. Hawkshead Pumping Station discharges into Esthwaite Water and Near Sawrey Waste Water Treatment Works into Cunsey Beck, which connects the
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Tickets in high demand for upcoming beer and music festival
Tickets are in high demand for third annual Amblefest Beer and Music Festival. The festival, the Cumbrian equivalent of Oktoberfest, will be held across three venues in Ambleside - The Flying Fleece, The Tap Yard and The Apple Pie. The three-day
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Holiday let owners ordered to stop renting it out after neighbours' complaints
THE owners of a holiday let have been ordered to stop renting it out by a government inspector. Neighbours of Stone Arthur, situated along the A595 in Kirkby-in-Furness, have complained about their evenings being ruined by parties, sleep being
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Barrow mum lands BAE apprenticeship after training support
A Barrow mum has landed an apprenticeship with BAE Systems after completing courses at PHX Training. Rose Bradley, 31, visited the Barrow office with the aim of completing her maths and English functional skill qualifications under the guidance
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'Save Our Beaches' to meet after Cumbrian shore named 'dirtiest'
A COMMUNITY action group called 'Save Our Beaches' will meet at The Harbour Hotel in Haverigg. The meeting is planned for Wednesday, September 4 and will take place at 7pm. All are welcome to attend. Haverigg Beach received media coverage
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Holiday park fundraiser raises thousands for hospice
A fundraising event at a holiday park has raised £5,500 for a hospice which cares for people in South Cumbria. The Ceilidh and family fun day at Holgates Holiday Park, in Silverdale, raised the money for St John's Hospice in Lancaster. Michael
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Items from the English Civil War found in Cumbria
INTERESTING items from the English Civil War were found in Millom after an archaeological dig. Millom and District Local History Society marked the end of its Digging for Millom project with its Finds Day at Holy Trinity Church on Saturday, August
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Decision set to be made on new car park in the Lake District
A PROPOSED car park in Coniston has been recommended for approval by planners. Applicant Phil Johnston has submitted plans to the Lake District National Park Authority (LDNPA) to build a coach and car park, public bus stop, a building to accommodate
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NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria ICB appoints new chairman
NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board (ICB) has appointed a new chairman. Emma Woollett, who has extensive experience in the health sector, has taken on the role. Ms Woollett was previously chairman of Swansea University Health