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Mountain rescue team receives 'valuable' drone which has already been put to use
A MOUNTAIN rescue team has received a drone, which is described as a 'valuable' piece of equipment to use in rescues. Patterdale Mountain Rescue Team also has a drone officer to operate the flying machine. Matt the equipment officer recently
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Driver suffers serious injuries following two-vehicle collision on A591
A driver has been left with serious injuries following a two-vehicle collision on the A591 earlier this week. The incident took place at Boundary Park in Kendal on Tuesday, October 8 at around 6.30am. The collision involved two wagons, with
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Section of the A595 will close as road improvement works begin
A SECTION of the A595 through Grizebeck village will close as work on the road improvement scheme begins. United Utilities will divert a water main under the A595 next weekend (19-20 October) to prevent any delays to the overall scheme. The water
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Intricate web weavers and busy pollinators star in these stunning pics
There's a wealth of creatures that call Cumbria home, from livestock to insects, they're all stunning residents we share our home with. Let's see who's been caught on camera! Check out the latest shots taken by The Mail’s talented Camera Club.
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Lord Walney says get news from 'credible sources' after doubts cast on advisor role
LORD Walney has rejected claims he is no longer an independent advisor to the Government on political violence and disruption. The Byline Times published an article on October 8 initially reporting that John Woodcock, the former Barrow MP, was
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Buddhist chief celebrates 25 years of teaching the faith in Cumbria
A Buddhist chief is celebrating 25 years of teaching the religion to groups in Cumbria. Venerable Pidiville Piyatissa Nayaka Thero has been involved with the BGKT Buddhist Groups of Kendal and Keswick for more than two decades. (Image: Jacquetta
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Schoolgirl, 5, and her gorgeous puppy steal the show at first dog event
A five-year-old girl and her puppy have taken home several awards from their first competition. Ford Park in Ulverston celebrated ten years of Apple Day this weekend with its first-ever dog show and the return of the Bake Off. Blake Prior and
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Government inspector overturns council's refusal for new homes at vandal hotspot
A GOVERNMENT inspector has stepped in and given the go-ahead to plans to build new homes on the site of a former care home blighted by anti-social behaviour. The Planning Inspectorate has overturned a decision made by Barrow in Furness local area
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The Mail's Best Beauty Salon: Millom team 'over the moon' with nomination
A business owner in Millom is feeling 'over the moon' after her team picked up an award nomination. In September The Mail launched the 'Best Beauty Salon 2024' award to promote the people who are bringing a touch of style to the region. Our
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School kids to create and perform new anthem for Barrow
School kids in Barrow are coming together this week to create a new anthem for their hometown. Pupils at Greengate Junior, Sacred Heart and Our Lady of the Rosary schools have been working with the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra since September
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Man to be sentenced after £7,000 fraud offences
A MAN who defrauded a company out of nearly £7,000 is due to be sentenced. Nicholas Hebson was said to have dishonestly obtained around £6,800 from the Plastic Centre. The 37-year-old committed the offences in Barrow between November 13 and
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Man charged with rape and sexual assault due to face court
A MAN accused of rape and sexual assault is due to appear in court. Richard Postlethwaite is due to face South Cumbria Magistrates' Court after he was charged with one count of rape and two of sexual assault. The 59-year-old, of Pottery Street
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Woman who rode 8,000 miles across South America brings her story to Cumbria venue
AN ENVIRONMENTALIST who cycled over 8,000 miles across South America on a hand-built bike is bringing her story to Ambleside. Kate Rawles, from Ulverston, undertook the massive expedition across 13 months in 2016 and 2017 in an attempt to raise
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'Absolutely shocking' - Man assaulted by former business partner slams sentence
THE victim of a serious assault by his former business partner has described the sentence handed down as 'shocking'. Sean Kell said he thought brother-in-law Paul Russell should have been jailed after the victim had his head smashed on a defibrillator
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Lakeland's 'best kept secret' opens its doors for Halloween
One of South Lakeland's 'best kept secrets' is opening its doors to celebrate Halloween. Millerbeck Light Railway, found in Staveley-in-Cartmel near Newby Bridge, will be hosting two open days on Saturday, October 26 and Sunday, October 27.
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Ghost Train pulls into Ulverston as performers get ready for spooky show
A spooky thriller is coming to south Cumbria next month as a local theatre group gets ready to hit the stage. 'The Ghost Train', a production by the Ulverston Outsiders, is coming to the Coro from Tuesday, November 19 up until Friday, November
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Alleged benefits cheat accused of lying about £40k savings
AN alleged benefits cheat is due to appear in court. Wendy Jolly is accused of dishonestly failing to notify authorities about a change in circumstances and of providing false information to obtain a benefit. The 57-year-old is alleged to have
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New group launches next week to uncover people's family trees in Furness
A new group is coming to Barrow next week to help locals uncover more about their family's heritage. Organised by Vision Support Barrow and District, 'Genealogy with Jean' will host its first session on Monday, October 14 at the charity's centre
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New owner pledges pier for 'the future enjoyment of families'
A SIGN put up by the new owner of Askam Pier has paid tribute to her brothers and pledged it 'for the future enjoyment of families.' The pier, jutting out into the Duddon Estuary, was originally constructed to serve the iron ore mining industry
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Funding for Westmorland and Furness schools rises this year
PUPILS in Westmorland and Furness will receive more funding this academic year, new figures show. Department for Education figures show schools in Westmorland and Furness will have an average budget of £5,881 per pupil in the 2024-25 financial
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Schools celebrate European Day of Languages
Two primary schools celebrated European Day of Languages with a whole host of activities. Pupils and staff at South Walney Junior School and Ormsgill Primary School embraced the continent's diverse cultures. At South Walney, each year group
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Why is tax planning so important?
Why is tax planning so important? With the new Government's first Budget just around the corner, it is essential to take advice about your tax strategy before 30 October. This upcoming budget could bring changes that impact your financial situation
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'Record-breaking' boat is reunited with trophy
A 'record-breaking' boat has been reunited with the World Water Speed Trophy. Donald Campbell's hydroplane, Bluebird K7, was reunited with the trophy for the first time since his tragic death on Coniston Water in 1967. The hydroplane made a
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Chetwynde School installs new kitchen facilities for pupils
A school's parent-teacher association has funded kitchen facilities to help pupils learn cooking skills. Chetwynde School's PTA has donated £3,000 for the fit-out of the new facility in the school’s design and technology building. The first
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Lake District restaurant features on Rick Stein's Food Stories
A restaurant in the Lake District featured on a prime-time TV show. Kevin and Nicola Tickle, co-owners of Heft, in Newton In Cartmel, appeared on Rick Stein's Food Stories on Thursday, October 3, broadcast on BBC2 at 7pm. The show follows Rick's
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Lake District business celebrates 25 year anniversary
A Lake District business is celebrating 25 years of trading. Hawkshead Relish, which was established in 1999 by Mark and Maria Whitehead, has been 'tasted by many' who have paid a visit to the national park. The couple began by making small
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New head boy and girl presented with badges by MP
The latest head boy and head girl of Vickerstown Primary School have been elected. The new head boy, Lewis, head girl, Hope, and their deputies, Jake and Ella-Mae, were awarded their badges this week by the MP for Barrow and Furness, Michelle Scrogham
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Westmorland and Furness schools undergo £2m improvements
Schools in Westmorland and Furness have undergone £2 million worth of improvements over the summer holidays. The upgrades were made possible by a collaboration between council officers, schools, and contractors. The annual budget for school
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Video showcases Dock Museum with fresh look after renovation
A VIDEO has showcased the new look for the Dock Museum in Barrow after it opened its new Shipyard Town gallery. The museum hosted two days of events on Saturday, September 28 and Sunday, September 29 after the gallery underwent its first major
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MP pays visit to new name in business community
Barrow and Furness MP Michelle Scrogham visited Amentum to learn about the company's contributions to defence manufacturing and the nuclear industry in Cumbria. The global engineering and technology solutions company, located in the Trinity Enterprise