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Tickets go on sale for Barrow's alternative Christmas panto following venue panic
Tickets for Barrow's 'alternative' Christmas pantomime have finally gone on sale after an initial panic over the venue. Theatre production company Barrow Panto said it in August it was both 'shocked and devastated' to learn of the closure at the
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Furness Raiders fight back to make it three out of three
Furness Raider 28 Salford Red Devils Academy 18 THE Raiders were made to fight hard for the two points on offer making it three successive wins after coming back from 12-4 down at the break. Furness were up and running after five minutes
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Barrow is hosting an October Market with stalls and local businesses
Tomorrow, Barrow market will open for a special autumnal event. The October market on Friday 4 will be open from 10 am to 4 pm. There will be an appearance from Christine’s Kitchen, Torpenhow Cheese and homemade jams, Bellyboy Blacksmith, Morcambe
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Emergency closure of South Cumbrian road due to dangerous gas
An emergency road closure has been put in place in South Cumbria, due to a gas escape. Ulverston Town Council has announced an emergency road closure because of the likelihood of danger to the public from gas. Lightburn Road, from its junction
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'What's this?' - Nightmare Before Christmas Halloween-themed post box topper appears
It's officially spooky season in one Cumbrian town after a Nightmare Before Christmas-themed post box topper was left by 'fairies'. No later than October 1, the Halloween crochet appeared on top of a Royal Mail post box outside Millom post office
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Barrow boat six launch 'hugely significant' moment
THE launching of the sixth Astute class submarine from Barrow's shipyard has been described as a 'hugely significant milestone'. Having rolled out of Devonshire Dock Hall, HMS Agamemnon has now entered the water for the first time following years
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Participants needed for Barrow AFC stadium homelessness sleep-out
A group that hosts sponsored sleep-out events to raise funds for a homeless charity are looking for participants for an upcoming event. Forty Winks 4 Furness are looking for people to join them in their sponsored Sleep-At The Stadium event, at
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Coastal scenes and Lake District vistas - six shots of Cumbrian beauty
Take a look at the latest pictures taken by our talented Camera Club members. We live in an absolutely stunning part of the world, next to the breath-taking vistas of the Lake District as well as the incredible coastal scenes. These photos
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Vet warns owners of the strange condition that can result from stress
From socks and slippers to necklaces and knickers – our pets sometimes eat the strangest of things! But why do they do this? What makes our dogs and cats think stones would make a scrumptious snack, or that toys will be a tasty treat? PDSA
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Pet expert shares warning signs of parasite that could prove fatal
PDSA vet answers your questions... Dear PDSA, my dog Pippa recently ate several stones from our driveway. I spoke to my vet and thankfully they passed naturally, but why did she do this? And what can I do to prevent it in future? Adrian
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Taking a day to worship and to rest
When I was a lad most shops and businesses were closed on Sunday. People had a break from business as usual on the other six days. Psychological studies have shown that working seven days a week is almost as bad as working 24 hours a day. Neither
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Grade II-listed building that housed award-winning gin shop reduced by £10k
A Grade-II listed building for sale that once housed an award-winning gin and microbar has been slashed by £10,000. Property agents Ross Estate Agencies revealed today (October 2) that the property on Market Place has been reduced from £140,000
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Met Office responds to next week's 1,800-mile Arctic snow blast reports
Met Office forecasters and BBC meteorologists have responded to claims UK weather maps will "turn blue" next week. According to some publishers, a 1,800-mile Arctic blast will bring snow and wintry weather to the country as October's miserable
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Warning to owners walking dogs near lakes, rivers and puddles over toxic threat
Dog owners are being warned to be wary around lakes and rivers due to potentially fatal toxic algae. Blue-green algae, a group of bacteria called cyanobacteria, often resembles foam and can be found at the edges of lakes and rivers. It can
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M&S apologises to customers as 'unsafe to eat' product recalled due to metal
Marks and Spencer is warning customers not to eat some of its soup as it may contain “small pieces of metal”. The affected soup is being recalled by the supermarket, with the Food Standards Agency (FSA) issuing a “do not eat” warning. The soup
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Check your change as rare 20p coin sells for 390 times face value - how to spot
We are all being encouraged to check our change after a rare 20p coin sold for 390 times its face value this week. The 20p piece is a “mule” coin dating from 2008 and was minted without a date on the coin due to an error. The mistake means
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Cumbrian animal charity offers unique way to commemorate loved ones
A Cumbrian animal charity is now offering a unique way to commemorate loved ones. People can commemorate friends and family who have passed away with an oak leaf on Oak Tree Animals' Charity memorial tree. The engraved aluminium leaf will be
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Woman, 35, handed suspended sentence following assault on female police officer
A WOMAN has been sentenced for assaulting a female police officer and another male in South Cumbria. Katie Gardner, of NFA, pleaded guilty on the day of her trial on September 27 to charges of assault by beating and common assault of an emergency
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Motorbike lovers recreate Dave Day for nursing home residents in Barrow
A group of motorbike lovers recreated Dave Day for nursing home residents in Barrow this week. The event unfolded outside Risedale Nursing Home on Abbey Road on Tuesday, October 1 between 1pm and 2pm. The afternoon was a chance for people living
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New poetry open mic night in Barrow puts mental health centre stage
A new poetry open mic night in Barrow is being used to put people's mental health in the spotlight. Organised by Mind in Furness, the event will take place at the Barrow Underground Music Society (BUMS) on Thursday, October 10. The charity
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Oktoberfest comes to Barrow as Raiders encourage locals to don their lederhosen
People in Barrow are being encouraged to don their Lederhosen this weekend as a popular event returns. Barrow Raiders will once again be hosting their own take on Oktoberfest at the MKM Marquee on Saturday, October 5. This will be the event's
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County lines drugs supply, SHPO breaches & more – Eight criminals jailed in September
THE Mail were across eight court cases which resulted in criminals being jailed last month. Here are the stories which resulted in defendant’s being incarcerated at both South Cumbria Magistrates’ Court and Preston Crown Court. Barrow sex offender
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'Hero' teen from Furness helps Team GB pick up win despite broken foot
Two teens from Furness have helped Team GB pick up a victory at an international motocross event. Finley Pickering of Askam and Jamie Keith of Ireleth were competing in Coupe de l'Avenir in Belgium over the weekend to cap what has been a successful
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Barrow Raiders players smash fundraising goal after 'losing mullets' for charity
Two stars of the Barrow Raiders team have smashed their fundraising target after cutting off their hair for charity. Charlie Emslie and Brett Carter both sacrificed their mullets on Sunday, September 29 following Raiders' home game against Widnes
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Drink and drug drivers in South Cumbria sentenced in September
WE’VE rounded up all of the cases which resulted in convictions for defendants who were caught either drink or drug driving in South Cumbria. These are the stories we covered in September. Barrow woman failed drugs test after driving on A590
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The Mail's Best Beauty Salon: Barrow clinic gets award shout for anniversary
A business in Barrow is on the brink of success just over a year since it first opened its doors. Last month, The Mail launched the 'Best Beauty Salon 2024' award to promote the people who are bringing a dash of glamour to the region. Our readers
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Tenth anniversary celebrations for beloved community event in Ulverston
A beloved community event is returning to Ulverston this weekend for what will be its 10th anniversary. Apple Day at Ford Park is a free-to-attend festival that puts the fruit centre stage, and it will be taking place on Saturday, October 5.
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Police encourage public to protect valuable items after surge in pickpocketing crime
CUMBRIA Police are encouraging members of the public to stay 'vigilant' and to ensure they keep their valuable items safe whilst out and about. It comes after a study found pickpocketing rates in Barrow-in-Furness had increased by 400 per cent
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Council pledge £500K funding amid cancelled and delayed bin collections
WASTE SERVICES in Westmorland and Furness have faced a number of ‘operational challenges’ this summer resulting in delayed and cancelled collections. A report prepared for the Furness Locality Board meeting on October 9 says the service disruption
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Five years for 'full consistency' in council waste services
IT could take five years to ensure ‘full consistency’ of waste services across Westmorland and Furness. A report prepared for Furness Locality Board says Westmorland and Furness Council will create a new waste and recycling service to help meet
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Decision to move Ulverston library to Coronation Hall called in
FURTHER discussion is set to take place on the decision to move the Ulverston Library Service to the Coronation Hall. Members of the communities and environment scrutiny committee for Westmorland and Furness Council will discuss the decision taken
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Rats are 'absolutely everywhere' in Barrow and problem is getting 'worse and worse'
A RESIDENT has said rats are 'absolutely everywhere' on Abbey Road and West Gate Road. Jonathan Harkin, who lives in the area, said that he has told Westmorland and Furness Council about littering but little gets done. "Nothing is being collected
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These are the new food hygiene scores for eateries and pubs in our area
NEW food hygiene ratings have been awarded to four establishments in our area, according to the Food Standards Agency's website. Restaurants, cafes and canteens The following ratings have been given to three restaurants, cafes or canteens:
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WATCH: 'Rude' audience members at Will Young concert where singer walked off
Part of the disruption caused at a recent Will Young concert which caused the singer to walk off stage has been caught on video by an audience member. The fan went to see the Pop Idol winner perform at the Coro in Ulverston on September 7 and was
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Council says parking in historic gardens has 'never been permitted'
THE council has said that parking on a historic garden has 'never been permitted' amid expressing support for concert events in Grange. Charity and Co organises events brass band events at the bandstand at Park Road Gardens every Sunday between
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More than 40 employers to attend Barrow Jobs and Skills Fair
More than 40 employers will be at a job fair in Barrow. The annual Jobs and Skills Fair will occur at Forum 28 on Monday, October 7, between 9am and 6pm. The event has been organised by Inspira, in partnership with the Department for Work and
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Tickets still available for show put on by award-winning dance company
TICKETS are still available for a folklore-inspired show put on by award-winning company James Wilton Dance. LORE explores the pagan world of gods, demons and humans through the athleticism of the performers. The soundtrack is composed by Michal
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Distillery to host gin-tasting evening at café
A distillery is set to host a gin-tasting evening in a café. Grasmere Distillery will host the event at Force Café on Thursday, October 17, starting at 6pm. Paul Abbott from Grasmere Distillery will guide guests through the gin-tasting experience
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Gilpin Hotel in Lake District scoops three prestigious awards
A Lake District hotel has scooped three prestigious awards. The Gilpin Hotel and Lake House in Windermere was awarded two Michelin Keys on October 1 as part of the first ceremony to cover the UK and Ireland. The new One, Two, and Three Key
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Art group will meet in pub as doing it at home 'can sometimes be a lonely existence'
AN ART group will start again at The Swan Inn on Hart Street, Ulverston two years after its original meeting place closed down. Tim Leeson started the group at Natterjacks seven years ago with Denny Derbyshire, another artist from Barrow.