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Barrow venue thanks customers after Will Young show had to be moved
The Forum Theatre in Barrow has thanked its customers ahead of tonight's Will Young show after it had to be moved due to the discovery of asbestos. The performance, which is set to go ahead this evening (September 7), had to be relocated to Ulverston's
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Five-hour rescue of 'lost and exhausted' walker separated from partner in mist
Mountain rescuers were called to help a 'lost and exhausted' walker after becoming separated from their walking partner on Scafell Pike. Wasdale Mountain Rescue Team (MRT) were contacted by Cumbria police around 5.15pm on September 2. Conditions
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Four-hour search after 'cries for help' heard from notoriously steep gully
Lake District mountain rescue teams underwent a four-hour search after 'cries' were believed to have been heard down a notoriously steep gully. On August 3, a walker on the Scafell Pike summit plateau reported hearing people 'shouting for help'
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Special moments of Walk to Remember 2024 as over one thousand people join
Over 1,000 people took to the streets of Barrow on Friday (September 6) to raise money for St Mary's Hospice. Every year, local people get together to remember lost loves ones during A Walk to Remember with an exceptional turn out for 2024.
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Public urged to have say on major residential development in Barrow
The public are being invited to have their say on a major residential development in Barrow. Westmorland and Furness Council has outlined its vision for the 25-hectare Marina Village site which will be located in the heart of the town. The
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Stranded fisherman rescued from Barrow waters after he was unable to restart engine
A stranded fisherman had to be rescued off the coast of Barrow after he was unable to re-start his engine. The man, who was alone aboard a 16ft fishing boat, was stranded on the western edge of Walney Channel in the vicinity of Pickle Scar.
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Barrow Poundland store set to close in coming weeks
A Poundland store in Barrow is set to close soon with deliveries already stopped. The announcement was made yesterday (September 6) by a store manager based at the Hindpool Retail Park store in its dedicated Facebook group. Customers are still
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Hundreds of people take to the streets after dark to remember lost loved ones
Hundreds of people joined in St Mary's Hospice's Walk To Remember on Friday evening. Many families were walking together including Dawn Smith with her nephew Jordan and his cousin Victoria Fitzgibbons. Victoria, Jordan and Dawn (Image: Imogen
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This is what happened when four Lake District properties went up for auction
Dozens of properties across Cumbria went under the hammer this week. Starting at noon on Thursday September 5, Auction House Cumbria held an event at The Halston Hotel on Warwick Road in Carlisle. We’ve rounded up the results of all the properties
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Meet the Cumbrian team tackling the Great North Run for MND
It’s the Great North Run this weekend! Thousands of people from around the world will be traveling from all over, to come and join in. One of runners who will be taking part on Sunday, is Adam Barker from Barrow-in-Furness. He will be joined
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£1 million price reduction for ‘renowned’ 18th Century Lake District Coaching Inn
An ‘attractive’ hotel in the ‘picturesque’ Lake District has docked one million pounds from its asking price. After more than 50 years in the hospitality industry, the owners of Scafell Hotel, near Keswick, are selling the business. The price
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Check out these three Barrow properties - one cheap, middle and expensive
A number of properties were added to the market on Wednesday September 4, here are the latest homes for sale in Barrow across a range of different prices. We’ve rounded up three Barrow properties, from cheapest to most expensive… For our cheapest
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‘Excited’ owners reveal opening date as new shop brings something ‘special’ to Barrow
A new business is getting ready to open its doors for the first time, welcome to Sangas, brought to you by the couple behind Knife and Sole. Michael Russell and Gabriella Kiss-Russell set up their Broughton-based catering business last year and
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Charlie Emslie's return is big boost for Barrow Raiders
CHARLIE Emslie is back in action for today's visit of Toulouse following a lengthy lay off with a bicep injury. The former Millom forward came off in the home fixture with Doncaster back in April (a 38-6 defeat) with his injury. It has been
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Record number of police officers signed off due to poor mental health ‘no surprise’
A recent study has revealed that the number of police officers signed off with poor mental health is at an all-time high. Investigations by The Police Oracle found record numbers of officers have been signed off work due to stress, depression,
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Barrow AFC boss Stephen Clemence won't take Swindon Town lightly
BARROW boss Stepehen Clemence isn’t reading too much into the current form of today’s visitors to Holker Street. Swindon Town come to town on the back of a poor start to the campaign, and find themselves sitting second-bottom of the League Two
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Popular takeaway in south Cumbria closes its doors after 18 years
A popular takeaway in south Cumbria has announced that it will be closing its doors. Sizzle In, found on Union Street in Ulverston, has been serving a loyal batch of customers for nearly two decades. However, the owners announced at the start
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Woman, 35, caught stealing beef steaks and alcohol from supermarket stores - sentence
A WOMAN committed a spate of shoplifting offences at a retail park in Barrow, a court heard. Maigan Print, of Anson Street in Barrow, narrowly avoided an immediate custodial sentence after pleading guilty at the first opportunity to four theft
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Woman, 20, disqualified after driving whilst twice over legal drug limit - sentence
A 20-year-old woman has lost her licence after being caught over twice a legal drug driving limit in South Cumbria. Jodie Parkinson, of Roose Road in Barrow, was stopped by road traffic officers on the A590 at Newby Bridge on April 8 whilst driving
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The Mail's 'Best Bakery 2024' awards: Business owner up for award in first year
The owner of a bakery in Dalton is hoping to pick up an award less than one year since taking over the reins. Last month, The Mail launched the 'Best Bakery 2024' awards, which are on the hunt for the best businesses in Furness that offer sweet
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New firefighters put through their paces in first week on the job
A batch of new hopeful firefighters have been given a taste of what to expect on the job. The group of 16 recruits was put through their paces for the first time as they began their journey to becoming firefighters for the Cumbria Fire and Rescue
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Town could see 10,000 poppies cascading down monument for Remembrance Day
TEN thousands poppies could be cascading down the Hoad Monument for Remembrance Day. People from all over Ulverston and surrounding areas are being invited to make knitted or crocheted poppies to cascade down the side of Hoad Hill. The idea
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Woman, 34, ordered to pay large fine after admitting assaulting a female
A WOMAN who assaulted another female by beating her has been sentenced in court. Carly Morris, of Hazel Gill in Barrow, pleaded guilty to one count of assault by beating at South Cumbria Magistrates’ Court on August 29. Court records show the
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'Fabulous community project' - Memorial clock dedicated to war heroes ticking again
A MEMORIAL clock dedicated to Barrow heroes who served in World War One is now ticking again. Roose Primary School clock is now fully restored, painted, illuminated and more easily accessible for its weekly winding. The task was completed during
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'Most haunted' places in Cumbria revealed in book guide
AN AUTHOR is set to release a guide which will reveal the 'most haunted' places in Cumbria. Steve Watson runs a company that organises ghost walks in the North East called GHOSTnortheast. The company organises public and private ghost hunts
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Plans for memorial to children who found sanctuary in Cumbria raised in parliament
PLANS to build a memorial for children who escaped the Holocaust and found sanctuary in the Lake District have been discussed in Parliament. On the floor of the House of Commons, South Lakes MP Tim Farron secured a meeting with Deputy Prime Minister
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Singer aims to inspire younger generations that music can be a 'viable career option'
A SINGER has secured a new venue to host her lessons and to keep 'inspiring' younger generations. Becki Fishwick, a professional singer and founder of Bevocal, has found a regular venue for her singing lessons. This means she will be relocating
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Special candlelit event uncovers the stories of Barrow and Furness
A special event is coming to Barrow next week, telling stories of Furness by candle light. Organised by BarrowFull, the evening of tales will take place at the town hall on Saturday, September 14 from 7.30pm until 9.30pm. Local writers will
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Night of disco and dancing in Ulverston to raise money for local charities
A night of disco and dancing is hoped to be the key to backing a number of local charities. Taking place at the Red Rose Club on Victoria Road, 'Boogie Nights Ulverston' will entertain residents from 7.30pm on Friday, October 11. Featuring
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Inquest opens into tragic death of boy, 12, in South Cumbria quad bike tragedy
AN inquest has been opened into the death of a 12-year-old boy in a tragic South Cumbria farm quad bike accident. Harvey Connor sadly died four days after his birthday, Cockermouth Coroners’ Court was told on Thursday morning. Ms Margaret
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Lake District: Charity angry at Coniston car park proposals
A landscape charity said it was ‘disappointed’ that plans for a new car park in a Lake District village have been given the go-ahead Members of the development control committee for the Lake District National Park Authority gave the thumbs up to
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Standing ovation as Barrow Hairy Biker Dave Myers is named Cumbrian of the Year
HAIRY Biker Dave Myers has been named 'Cumbrian of the Year' at an awards ceremony in Windermere. Barrow-born Dave was known for his 20-year-long career in TV as one half of the duo with Si King, where they travelled across the globe on their
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Students research leads to university award nomination
A former Barrow resident's research has led to a university being shortlisted for a prestigious award. The University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) has been recognised in the Times Higher Education (THE) awards for its research that challenges
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Scramble to find venue for Scouting for Girls gig as am-dram group hold matinee slot
AN AMATEUR theatre group has kept its matinee slot as the council scrambles to find a new venue for a Scouting for Girls gig next month. Ulverston Amateur Operatic Society initially thought that they would have to give up their Saturday matinee
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Lake District is 'World's Happiest Travel Destination' ahead of China and more
The Lake District has edged out Norway and New Zealand to be named the 'World's Happiest Travel Destination'. Not only did it beat the Fijords and the backdrop for the Lord of the Rings, but it did so by some margin. With so many travellers
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Comedy actor Tony Howes will perform in Cumbria today to friend with MS
COMEDY actor Antony Howes will perform a one-man rendition of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream in Windermere for his friend with MS. Celine Tonnet lives in Windermere, and uses her wheelchair to get about. Antony, who has starred in Doctors
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'Luxurious' Cumbrian hotel and spa praised for its 'delicious' afternoon tea
A hotel and spa in Penrith, Cumbria has been named one of the very best places for afternoon tea. Afternoon tea is the perfect way to round off a spa trip, adding that extra touch of glamour to a blissful break. With mini sandwiches, treats
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Warning sign in place after 'tragic incident' involving dog falling off pier
A WARNING sign has been installed on Roa Island after a dog fell off the pier. Barrow town councillor Paul Griffiths announced that he had installed the sign this morning (September 6) after the incident on the morning of September 3. The dog