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A590 roadworks as part of £80m gas upgrade to last until mid-October
ROADWORKS on the A590 are scheduled to last until mid-October. Cadent, the UK’s biggest gas distribution network, said work to upgrade one of the oldest ageing gas mains in the North West began on Monday. The work will take place near to the
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‘Main work’ to fit new gas pipeline in South Cumbria will take place next year
Work to install a new section of underground gas pipeline is set to take place in 2025. The local network of underground pipes is managed by gas company Cadent and is responsible for carrying gas to homes, schools, hospitals, offices, and other
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Four women in court accused of damage after coal mine protest at ex-MP’s office
FOUR women have appeared in court accused of causing criminal damage at a former Cumbrian MP's office during a protest by members of the Just Stop Oil environmental campaign group. The quartet were charged following an incident at Mark Jenkinson
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Swings at park to be out of use for weeks to repair damage
SWINGS at a park are to be out of use for weeks to repair damage. The swings at Vickerstown Park on Walney will be out of use for the next few weeks, according to Westmorland and Furness council. The council reported the safety surface beneath
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Trailist Charlie Weston signs for Barrow AFC B Team
BARROW AFC new boy Charlie Weston is pleased to have joined the club’s B Team set-up. Having featured as a trialist during the The Bluebirds pre-season programme, the midfielder has joined on a permanent deal until January. Speaking to the
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Barrow Raiders head coach Paul Crarey praises his side's fight
BARROW Raiders head coach Paul Crarey was looking to the positives after his side’s 36-18 defeat away to Featherstone Rovers. Crarey admitted that there was room for improvement, but was pleased with the fighting spirit his side showed. He
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Barrow Raiders Ladies boss Amanda Wilkinson hails win
BARROW Raiders Ladies head coach Amanda Wilkinson said it job done by her side in the 28-16 victory over Featherstone Rovers. She told the club’s official Facebook page: “We knew we had one job to do. “We knew that we had to get the win, and
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Man arrested on suspicion of drink driving on Cumbrian road
A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of drink driving on a Cumbrian road. South Lakes Police officers on mobile patrol did a stop check of a vehicle at Prizet on the A591 this afternoon (September 2) Police said a routine breath test was conducted
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School announces move to one site 'in response to VAT fees'
WINDERMERE School will be moving to one site in response to the Government's announcement of 20 per cent VAT on fees for independent schools. School bosses said while the move to one site has been in the making for several years, the governors
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Man arrested on suspicion of stealing Suzuki outboard boat engine
SOUTH Lakes Police have urged boat owners to remain vigilant after officers arrested a man over the alleged theft of a Suzuki outboard engine. The engine was said to have been stolen from Windermere overnight. Officers from another force area
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Meet the adorable pooches who've made it as our Pets of the Week
It's everyone's favourite time of the week! Let's see who has made it as The Mail's Pets of the Week this time... Luni is a three year old Jack Russel and Beagle cross (Image: Tim Hoggarth) To celebrate the joy our pets bring us on a daily
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Football fan 'assaulted' by police officer vindicated after watchdog investigation
A FOOTBALL fan cleared of assaulting a police officer has been further vindicated following an investigation by a watchdog. Barrow AFC fan Edward Papas claimed he was acting in self-defence when he hit out at a police officer following an away
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Barrow Raiders fight back, but Rovers take the win
Featherstone ROVERS 36 Barrow 18 HOSTS Featherstone Rovers took the game to Barrow Raiders, and they were first to threaten when Danny Addy broke through. However on hand with a try-saving tackle was skipper Jarrad Stack. Shortly after at
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Lake District outdoor adventurer heads off on world trip after 37 years work
An ‘established’ outdoor adventure specialist business in a ‘beautiful’ area of Cumbria is for sale. Keswick Extreme was established in 2013 and has offered a wide range of exciting activities including ghyll scrambling, climbing and paddle boarding
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Barrow man wins Harley Davidson in online competition - but takes cash prize instead
A man from Barrow has won big thanks to a Cumbrian competition. Speed Competitions is a Millom-based company run by Jack Townsend. They are currently offering a series of instant wins as well as a main draw. From now until 8pm on October 31
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Lord of the Rings kitten and six stunning cats looking for loving homes
These seven cats are currently in the care of Animal Rescue Cumbria while they wait for a loving family. Animal Rescue Cumbria and The Wainwright Shelter take in, rehabilitate and rehome 350 cats and dogs every year. Once their cats are ready to
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Fond farewell to ‘mum’ of St Mary’s Hospice after 35 years of nursing
St Mary’s Hospice in Ulverston bade a ‘fond farewell’ to one of their most loved and respected nurses. Solveig Hunt has been a constant at St Mary’s Hospice since it opened to care for patients suffering from terminal illnesses in June 1989.
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Barrow sandwich shop applies to change opening hours to meet demand
A SANDWICH shop in Barrow wants to change its opening hours in a bid to meet demand. Dodona House Ltd has submitted an application to Westmorland and Furness Council to change the opening hours of Dodona Sandwich Bar, on Dalton Road, as its opening
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Plans for 'high quality' tattoo studio in south Cumbria approved
PLANS to convert a shop in the Lake District into a ‘high quality’ tattoo studio have been given the green light. The Lake District National Park Authority (LDNPA) has approved proposals from Richardson-Gittins Ltd to convert the former Lady K
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The Mail's 'Best Bakery 2024 awards' - the Barrow shop selling 'superior' pies
A bakery in Barrow is hoping that its 'superior' pies can see it be named as the best in Furness. Last month, The Mail launched the 'Best Bakery 2024' awards to build upon the recent success of similar campaigns promoting local businesses.
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Funds allocated by council to establish Furness Community Network
THE council has allocated funds to establish a community-led network in a bid to reduce ‘social isolation’ in Furness. Members of Furness Locality Board for Westmorland and Furness Council approved granting £26,000 to create a pilot Furness Community
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Medieval fair transports Barrow into the past and delights families
A medieval fair transported people in Barrow back through time this weekend. The annual event at Furness Abbey returned for its 11th edition on Saturday, August 31. Running for seven hours, the event welcomed live history groups to bring the
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Man who harassed two people handed restraining order
A MAN has been made the subject of a restraining order against two people after an incident. Kier Hill was brought to court after he was charged with using threatening words of behaviour against a man and a woman. He admitted two charges of
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UK clothing brand announces opening date for third Lake District store
A national clothing brand has announced that it will be opening another store in the Lake District. Weird Fish will be opening the doors to a new shop in Bowness-on-Windermere on Saturday, September 7, with a special event taking place to mark