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Barrow road closed after crash
A ROAD in Barrow has been closed by police after a crash tonight. Park Road is closed between Abbey Road and Thwaite Flat Road junctions. Police are at the scene and have urged people to avoid the area. No further information has been released
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Police charge man in possession of Class B drug at picnic site on A590
SOUTH Lakes Police have charged a man after allegedly finding a Class B drug in his possession following a stop and search procedure. A Neighbourhood Police Team in Ulverston charged the male with possession of cannabis today (October 22).
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Walker's leg splinted by mountain rescue team on Lake District fell
A walker had to have his leg splinted after he slipped on a Lake District fell. The man was walking on Holme Fell between Coniston Water and Little Langdale when he slipped and injured his knee. The man happened to be with a member of Coniston
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Council to hold event on south Cumbria bridge closures
A DROP-in event for people to ask questions about the closures of two bridges over the A591 in south Cumbria is being held this week. Westmorland and Furness Council is hosting a community event for people to talk about the Brigsteer and Underbarrow
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Heartbreaking tributes paid to M6 crash victims
The families of four people who died in a crash on the M6 in Cumbria have paid tribute to their lives. The collision occurred at around 4:04pm on October 15 following a report of a Skoda travelling southbound on the northbound carriageway, near
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Walker rescued after 'severe panic attack' en route to England's highest mountain
A walker was rescued en route to England's highest mountain after suffering a 'severe panic attack'. Wasdale Mountain Rescue Team was called around 2:15pm on Friday to Lingmell Col - which can be a long and arduous route before ascending Scafell
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Beauty of Walney Channel and the sea shown off in six stunning photos
Take a look at these pictures of the Channel, boats and sea around Barrow, taken by the Mail's talented Camera Club. For our latest theme, we've rounded up six pictures of Walney Channel and the sea. Check out these brilliant photos...
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Man to appear in court charged with stealing over £40 worth of chocolate bars
A MAN is set to appear in court after he allegedly stole a chocolate bars from a discount retail store in Barrow. Dale Smith, 27, of McClintock Street, Barrow, is accused of stealing £40.20 worth of chocolate from B&M Bargains in Barrow.
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Section of road anticipated to be shut for up to six days
A SECTION of road in Ulverston has closed while works is carried out. Daltongate Road is anticipated to be shut for up to six days from its junction with King Street, extending in a westerly direction to Stockbridge Lane. (Image: King Street
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Barrow Midfielder Campbell eager to face Notts County
BARROW AFC midfielder Dean Campbell says tonight’s clash at home to Notts County can’t come soon enough. The Bluebirds suffered a 1-0 defeat away to Accrington Stanley at the weekend – the latest in a run of bad results. But Campbell sees tonight
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Controversial plans for homes in south Cumbrian village set to be approved
PLANS for three homes in a south Cumbrian village are set to be given the green light by the council despite receiving 27 objections. Members of South Lakeland local area planning committee for Westmorland and Furness Council are recommended to
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New business coming to Barrow promises a 'journey to relaxation'
A new business in Barrow is opening its doors soon - promising to inject a new sense of relaxation. 'Relax and Restore by Erika' will be based at 3 Friars Lane with appointments available to book in advance from Monday, October 21. The business
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Homelessness is a 'growing problem' in Westmorland and Furness
HOMELESSNESS is a ‘growing problem’ across Westmorland and Furness. A presentation prepared for the communities and environment scrutiny committee for Westmorland and Furness Council says the cost-of-living crisis and the pandemic has ‘exacerbated
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'Chronic lack' of affordable housing in Westmorland and Furness
THERE is a ‘chronic’ lack of affordable housing in Westmorland and Furness, council documents state. A presentation prepared for members of the communities and environment scrutiny committee for Westmorland and Furness Council says the area ‘urgently
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Male choir delight care home residents in south Cumbria
A group of singers from Barrow went out of their way to delight care home residents in south Cumbria. The Barrow Male Choir visited Abbeyfield House in Ulverston for a 'lovely afternoon'. There, they serenaded residents with some 'beautiful
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Search begins for this year's community hero to turn on Barrow Christmas lights
The search has started for this year's community hero who will switch on the Christmas lights in Barrow. The switch-on event will take place on Saturday, November 23, with someone now needed to do the honour of turning the lights on. Last year
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Restaurant in the Lake District supports Cancer Research UK with pink cocktail
A restaurant in the Lake District has been supporting Cancer Research UK by creating a special pink cocktail. Boardwalk Bar and Grill, found in Bowness-on-Windermere, have been selling a 'Pink Ribbon' cocktail crafted and curated by the team.
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Hundreds of untaxed vehicles clamped in Cumbria last year - check out your postcode
MORE than 600 untaxed cars were clamped around Cumbria last year. According to research conducted by the DVLA, there were 642 untaxed vehicles clamped in 2023. In comparison, there were 230 reports of clamped cars around the county between
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'Electric' event in Barrow raises money in memory of instructor's aunt
FITNESS fanatics created an 'electric' atmosphere and raised thousands for a local charity. The HIIT Company Takeover, organised by Sally Craig, took place at Barrow Park Leisure Centre in support of St Mary’s Hospice. Sally works as a fitness
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"Maddest gig I've ever done" - Jack Rhodes appears on Italy's 'biggest show'
MAGICIAN Jack Rhodes brought his Britain's Got Talent act to the 'biggest show' in Italy. The star, from Ulverston, appeared on 'Tú Sí Que Vales' which focuses on Italy's search for the next star. Having reached the final of the UK equivalent
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Daughter acted 'like a possessed demon' as she attacked her own mother
A DAUGHTER acted ‘like a possessed demon’ when she assaulted her mother during the night on a spa weekend at a Lake District hotel, a court heard. Preston Crown Court heard Emma Jayne Wilkinson was celebrating her mother’s birthday at the Lakeside
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Food truck hits the jackpot with 'world's first' jacket potato pizza
A business owner has hit the jackpot with his latest 'crazy' food creation. Mark Lunn, who runs North West Pizza, launched the 'Spudmania Special Pizza' last week, a jacket potato inspired version of the classic Italian dish. The pizza features
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Filming wraps on 'passion project' created by Furness producer/director duo
A FILM-MAKING duo from Dalton have finished shooting their horror thriller passion project - and are aiming to get it in festivals next year. Jamie Holden, 30 and Samuel McEwan, 33, have previously done TV acting work for Coronation Street, Brassic
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YMCA Lakeside passes inspections 'with flying colours'
One of Europe’s 'largest outdoor activity centres' has passed three key inspections. As part of the benchmarking exercise which allows it to operate, YMCA Lakeside, near Newby Bridge, Windermere, received a commendation for the 'clarity and organisation
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Wallace and Gromit dog route in Grizedale and Whinlatter Forests
Dog-owners are being invited onto a new 'Forest Walkies' route in Grizedale and Whinlatter Forests, designed by Forestry England in partnership with the Ordnance Survey and Aardman - and featuring loveable plasticine duo, Wallace and Gromit. The
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Section of busy Lake District road will close in tourist spot
A SECTION of a busy Lake District road in Coniston will close for up to two days for United Utilities works. The A593 will close from its junction with Station Road extending in a southerly direction for a distance of approximately 255 metres