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Barrow's community litter pick 'reaches new heights' this week
Barrow's community litter pick 'reached new heights' this week as shown by one dedicated volunteer. The event, organised by Barrow Business Improvement District, happens several times throughout the year with dozens turning out to this month's
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Count Arthur Strong show cancelled in Barrow now to take place in Kendal
A production of a Christmas Carol, starring comedian Count Arthur Strong as Charles Dickens will now take place in Kendal. A number of shows scheduled to take place at The Forum theatre in Barrow have had to be moved as the venue closes for up
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Council update on work to repair town park swings
Westmorland and Furness Council have updated residents on their plans to carry out repairs to a park in Barrow. The seats and chains of the swing sets at Vickerstown Park on Walney in Barrow are in need off attention. Work to resurface the
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Tractor driver hoists yacht that ran aground off Cumbria coast
A local tractor driver hoisted up a yacht that ran aground off the coast of South Cumbria last month before it was sent off to be recycled. The yacht, called Sable, was discovered washed up at Silecroft beach at around 9am on August 25. Furness
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Red squirrel and sea birds - Look at these Cumbrian wildlife pictures
We absolutely adore animals! These are the latest wildlife shots taken by The Mail’s talented Camera Club. Red Admiral butterfly (Image: Michelle Jayne Williamson) Horses in a field on Walney (Image: Ann Hawkins) Cow (Image: Julie Sharp) Highland
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'Good news for goth rock fans' - South Lakes Rock School event moved to Coro
A goth rock event has managed to find a home in Ulverston's Coronation Hall following the discovery of asbestos at its intended venue. Several shows scheduled to take place at The Forum theatre in Barrow have been moved to alternative locations
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Lake District UK's most popular National Park with 278k routes created in a year
The Lake District has secured the top spot for the most popular National Park after 278,000 walking routes were created in a year. Data scientists at Ordnance Survey (OS) has analysed the last twelve months of routes data captured by users of OS
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School shows love for Walney Island with artwork and poetry display
Poems penned by pupils from South Walney Junior School to celebrate the natural beauty of their island are now on display. The work is part of the school’s Lost Words of Walney project, a compilation of poetry and watercolour illustrations to celebrate
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Community group hopes to ‘enhance’ green spaces with trees, wildflowers and more
Newbarns Ward Community Hub is working towards securing a grant that will go towards improving green spaces in the area. A group of local residents are collaborating with their ward councillor to ensure everyone’s voices are heard in council matters
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Love Island star to make Rugby League comeback - for one match only
Love Island star and former professional rugby league player Jacques O'Neill is returning to the field. The sportsman, who was born in Barrow, is set to represent Castleford All Stars on Sunday September 29. The former pupil of Dowdales School
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Roose Pioneers looking to finish on a winning note
ROOSE Pioneers round off their regular season with a home fixture with Waterhead “A” at Redwaters tomorrow (kick-off 2-30pm). Pioneers are looking to finish with a flourish and claim fourth position in Division Two of the North West Men’s League
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Wyll is ready for his shot says Bluebirds boss Stephen Clemence
BARROW AFC boss Stephen Clemence says making his Football League debut will be a special moment for goalkeeper Wyll Stanway. Stanway will be inbetween the sticks for the Bluebirds when they travel to face Grimsby Town tomorrow. Barrow are without
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Record number of suicide deaths registered in Westmorland and Furness
A record number of suicide deaths were registered in Westmorland and Furness last year, new figures show. It comes as the rate of registered suicide deaths across England and Wales reached the highest level in more than two decades. The Samaritans
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Two week long road closure in place from next week
A temporary road closure is set to take place in Ulverston from next week. Westmorland and Furness council has made an order prohibiting any vehicle from proceeding along section U5703 of Hillside Road, Croftlands from its junction with Maple Avenue
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Town councillors 'disappointed' with relocation of Ulverston library service
TOWN councillors are ‘disappointed’ with a decision to move the library service in Ulverston to the Coronation Hall. Members of the cabinet for Westmorland and Furness Council approved the permanent relocation of service at a meeting on September
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Key numbers for Morecambe Bay Trust in July as PM warns NHS must 'reform or die'
TENS of thousands of patients were waiting for routine treatment at the University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay in July, new figures show. The Prime Minister has said the NHS must "reform or die" as the Government publishes a major report on its
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Good news as food hygiene ratings given to seven south Cumbria establishments
NEW food hygiene ratings have been awarded to seven of south Cumbria's establishments, the Food Standards Agency’s website shows – and it’s good news for them all. The following ratings have been given to three restaurants, cafes or canteens:
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Furness General Hospital may face longer wait for government cash
THERE could be a longer wait for vital funding to refurbish Furness General Hospital, the health secretary has suggested. The Government will deliver the schemes in the previous administration’s New Hospitals Programme but it may be over a longer
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School changes colour of uniforms for the first time since it opened in 1914
A SCHOOL has changed the colour of its uniforms for the first time since it opened. After wearing red from when the school opened on August 31 1914, Brisbane Park Infant School in Barrow has changed the uniforms to navy blue. "We agree that
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Four in five A&E arrivals at Morecambe Bay Trust seen within four hours
FOUR in five people who arrived at accident and emergency at the University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay last month were seen within four hours, new figures show. The NHS standard is for 95% of patients to be seen within four hours. However, as part
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Mysterious mannequins appear in countryside leaving locals baffled
Mysterious mannequins that appeared in the South Cumbrian countryside this week have baffled locals. The figures appeared on Tuesday (September 10) at Knottallow Tarn near Ulverston with some having various body parts and clothing missing.
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BBC's Still Game's 'Tam' and 'Isa' record special message for the people of Barrow
BBC Still Game's Tam & Isa, played by actors Mark Cox and Jane McCarry, have recorded a special message for the people of Barrow ahead of this month's show. The Scottish sitcom, produced by Effingee Productions, follows pensioners Jack and Victor
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New takeaway website to get food to your door set to launch in Barrow next month
A NEW website which will allow customers to order takeaways to their homes is set to launch in Barrow next month. The Takeaway Site is the new platform and app where people can order from local takeaways. Takeaways can partner with the website
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Dozens of people in Barrow stopped from voting due to ID rules
DOZENS of people in Barrow did not return to vote after being turned away at the polling station at the recent general election. Since May 2023, voters have needed to show photo ID to vote in UK parliamentary elections, and for local elections
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Time running out to vote for your winner in The Mail's 'Best Bakery 2024' awards
There is still time to vote for your favourite bakery in Barrow and across Furness. Last month The Mail launched the 'Best Bakery 2024' awards, beginning a search to find the peninsula's greatest spot for sweet treats and hot snacks. Thanks
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Nearly 500 extra hours of police patrols in hotspots
Almost 500 extra hours of street patrols have been undertaken by officers in Cumbria as part of Operation Enhance. The operation is a crackdown on anti-social behaviour and serious violence across the county, made possible by £1 million of extra
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Dad of two died after car became 'engulfed in flames' in crash
AN INQUEST has been opened into the death of a 39-year-old man who was killed in a car crash in Barrow. James Scott Coates, of South Shields, died at the scene on Park Road on August 20, 2024. Area Coroner for Cumbria Kirsty Gomersal explained
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Inquest opens into drug-related death of dad found unresponsive at home
AN INQUEST into the death of a man who was found unresponsive at his home in Barrow has been opened. Gary O'Hara, 59, was found unconscious at his property at Egerton Court, Barrow, on June 17, 2024. He was pronounced dead by paramedics at
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School on path to 'outstanding' given glowing Ofsted praise
A 'good' school in Ulverston is on the path to 'outstanding' following a visit from Ofsted inspectors. Sandside Lodge School, Springfield Road, was visited in an ungraded inspection, in which evidence was found that the school might be outstanding
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United Utilities holding sewer upgrade exhibition in village
United Utilities is inviting people to learn more about sewer upgrade plans in Burneside at a public exhibition. The event is aimed at informing residents of the Cumbrian village about the company's strategy to enhance the area's sewer network.