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A bridge too far: Chelsea stars show class in win over Barrow AFC
Chelsea 5 -0 Barrow In the end, it turned out to be a Bridge too far for the League Two leaders but this is one Carabao Cup tie to still live long in Cumbrian memories. The five-times competition winners paid Barrow the highest compliment
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Play-off success for duo, but Askam denied at the death
DALTON and Hindpool progressed to the play off finals in Division One and Two respectively in the North West Men’s League. However, Askam failed in their bid to reach the final in the Cumberland League’s Division One. Inspired by Joe Crarey
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Drug group operating from Barrow to Manchester jailed for a total of 50 years
NINE people involved in a county lines drug operation that ran from Barrow to Manchester have been jailed for a total of 50 years. The final members of the group who supplied heroin and cocaine were sentenced at Preston Crown Court on Tuesday,
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'It could be the biggest upset in years’ - Barrow AFC fans excited for Chelsea FC tie
THOUSANDS of Barrow AFC fans are making the trip to the capital this evening for tonight’s mouth-watering clash with Chelsea in the Carabao Cup Third Round at Stamford Bridge. The Mail has spoken to fans on the train down to London Euston this
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Kitten 'thrown into garden' would have been 'killed by dogs' if not found
A kitten that is being fostered in Barrow may have been 'killed by dogs' if she wasn't promptly rescued. The two-year-old feline, nicknamed 'Lucky', was abandoned and thrown into a garden at around six weeks old, according to the Furness branch
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Recap: Chelsea put five past Barrow in Carabao Cup clash
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From pollinators to highland cow - six pictures show life in Cumbria
Look at these incredible pictures taken by members of our talented Camera Club. There's a wide variety of life across Cumbria, from bees and cows to elusive red squirrels. Here's a collection of nature shots our sharp eyed photographers have managed
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Sea, sunsets and Furness Abbey - six pictures show off the best of Cumbria
We live in a breath taking area of the world - there's epic coast lines, gorgeous lakes and stunning fells. Our talented Camera Club have shared their pictures of the world around us. Check out these incredible photos... Isle of Man,
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Yachtsman stranded off Cumbrian Island after mooring wrapped around propeller
A yachtsman was rescued off the coast of a Cumbrian island after the mooring of his yacht became wrapped around a propeller. Barrow RNLI’s volunteer crew launched their inshore lifeboat late on Wednesday afternoon after the yachtsman contacted
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England’s official book town is hosting a crime festival next month
The Cumbrian town of Sedbergh is hosting its first ever crime festival, featuring authors of gritty murder mysteries. ‘Death in the Dales’ will take place over three days, starting Friday October 11 and ending around noon on Sunday October 13.
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We're all up for the cup says Barrow AFC boss Stephen Clemence
BARROW AFC head coach Stephen Clemence says his side are focused on giving their all in tonight’s huge cup clash. The Bluebirds will battle it out against Premier League giants Chelsea in the Third Round of the Carabao Cup at Stamford Bridge.
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Gardeners begin mammoth six-month trim of world's oldest topiary
Gardeners at the oldest topiary garden in the world have begun a mammoth six-month trim of more than 100 living sculptures in the centuries-old grounds. The Topiary Garden at Levens Hall, founded in 1694, holds the Guinness World Record for being
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Plans lodged to convert Barrow HMO into two HMOs
PLANS have been lodged to convert a house of multiple occupancy (HMO) in Barrow into two HMOs. RK Co-Living Ltd has submitted plans to Westmorland and Furness Council to convert an eight-bedroom HMO at 36-38 Hartington Street into two seven-bedroom
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School kids show support for Barrow AFC ahead of huge Chelsea clash
School kids have been showing their support for Barrow AFC ahead of the team's huge clash against Chelsea. The Bluebirds will be travelling to Stamford Bridge on Tuesday, September 24 in the Third Round of the Carabao Cup with excitement building
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Anniversary concert marks Barrow church's legacy over a century in the making
A special concert is taking place this coming weekend to mark the anniversary of a Barrow church. St Mark's, found on Buccleuch Street, will be turning 146 years old on Thursday, September 26. To mark the occasion, it will be hosting a concert
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New business hub in Barrow opens its doors for the first time
A new business hub and co-working space in Barrow opened its doors for the first time last week. Operated by Furness Media, they have transformed their offices on Dalton Road into a space that can be used regularly by the public. On Friday,
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Piel Island to feature in documentary about 'tiny islands' next month
Piel Island is set to feature next month in a new documentary coming to More4. 'Our Tiny Islands' will premiere on Wednesday, September 25, with Barrow included in the fourth and final episode of the series on October 16. The premise of the
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Hotly contested competition brings Ulverston Charter Festival to a close
The recent Ulverston Charter Festival drew to a close this weekend after a hotly contested competition. The 2024 Charter Festival Bowling Trophy was held at the Glaxo Bowling Club on Saturday, September 21, with 32 players from four local clubs
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Opportunity to buy over 100 acres of land at the heart of the Lake District
Over 100 acres of land in the heart of the Lake District is available to buy up until this coming Wednesday. The agricultural land at High Sweden Bridge in Ambleside stretches across 133.06 acres and is up for sale by informal tender. The tender
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Winter fuel payments cut will affect 40,000 pensioners in Westmorland and Furness
40,000 pensioners in Westmorland and Furness who ‘badly need’ winter fuel payments to stay warm will not receive the benefit, according to a councillor. Conservative group leader Hilary Carrick will raise a motion urging the council to write to
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47-year-old man assaulted estranged wife following disagreement outside school
A MAN assaulted his estranged wife outside Ulverston Victoria High School following an argument, a court heard. Andrew Brew, of King Street, Ulverston, bent the victim’s finger back as he attempted to grab her mobile phone out of her hand while
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Man admits sending images of his genitals to child decoy
A BARROW man has admitted sending images of his genitals to a child decoy. Darren Richmond, of Devon Street, pleaded guilty to four counts of attempting to engage in sexual communications with a child when he appeared at South Cumbria Magistrates
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Start of work on new £23m road a ‘huge step forward’
A COUNCILLOR has labelled the start of work on a multi-million pound road improvement scheme in Cumbria a ‘huge step forward’. Work has started on the £23.3 million scheme to create a 1.4km single carriageway road between Chapels and Grizebeck
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Furness Building Society launches new app with exclusive savings products
Furness Building Society has launched a new mobile app, enhancing the digital banking experience for members. ‘Furness Savings’ is available via the App Store, Google Play Store and https://www.furnessbs.co.uk/ and unlocks immediate 24/7 accessibility
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Lake District pub receives new food hygiene score after assessment
A PUB in the Lake District has received a new food hygiene score after an inspection in August. The Manor at Manor House Hotel, Oxen Park, was given a three out of five food hygiene rating after the assessment on August 16, according to the Food
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Barrow jewellers reopens with new look and special offers
A Barrow jewellers has reopened with 'a new look'. H Samuel on Dalton Road, Barrow, has been refurbished with 'a bright and modern interior, with a host of new features'. Store manager, Joanne Cairns, said: "We wanted our Barrow customers to
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Millions urged to book flu and Covid-19 vaccinations
Millions of people in the North West can now book their 'life-saving' flu and Covid-19 vaccinations. The NHS has opened bookings for those at higher risk as the winter season approaches. The vaccinations, which are set to start on October 3
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'This is a win for Windermere, but we won't stop yet' - campaigners
A CAMPAIGN group said 'we won't stop yet' in response to United Utilities announcing it is planning to make £156 million of improvements to sewage outlets in Windermere. This is in addition to previous plans to invest more than £41 million to
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'Reclaiming the past' - Barrow celebrates women's role in the town's heritage
A PROCESSION celebrated the role women played in Barrow's industrial heritage by 'reclaiming the past.' A colourful parade through the town centre marked the end of the Barrow Dreams week on Saturday, September 21. The event, which involved months
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Time running out to get half-price train tickets for students
Students have until Friday to buy half-price train tickets for their school commute. The offer is being made by Northern, the second-largest train operator in the UK. The discount is available to students across the North of England through
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Family 'devastated' by loss of 'so positive' 19-year-old
THE family of a 19-year-old roofer from Ulverston who took his own life is 'devastated by his loss'. William Alfie Jonathon Simpson, known as 'Alfie' to his friends and family, was found by a member of the public in woods near the Hoad monument