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Barrow Raiders snap up Alex Bishop on one-year deal
BARROW Raiders new boy Alex Bishop says he is delighted back playing in his home county. Raiders have move to snap up the former Keighley Cougars half-back on a one-year deal. Speaking to the club’s official website, he said: “I’m excited to
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Driver suffers serious injuries in Cumbria crash
CUMBRIA Police are appealing for witnesses after a two-vehicle collision on the A591 at Troutbeck Bridge, near Windermere. Officers are investigating the crash which involved a blue Porsche Macan and a black Hyundai i20 just before 9pm on Wednesday
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Lorry strikes railway bridge in Barrow with train suspended
A lorry had to be recovered in Barrow yesterday evening (November 13) after it struck a railway bridge. The ten-wheel artic lorry tried to pass through the 14ft 3" structure which is considered to be a low bridge. In the UK, the minimum clearance
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Barrow's antisocial behaviour and serious violence areas targeted with patrols
Barrow's antisocial behaviour and serious violence areas have been identified and targeted with extra patrols. The 'hotspots' have been identified as Barrow town centre, Barrow Island, Hindpool and Salthouse. Operation Enhance is Cumbria Police's
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United Utilities raises shareholder payout despite Windermere pollution
United Utilities has hiked dividend payouts to investors despite heavy criticism over spilling vast amounts of sewage into England's largest lake. The water company's chief executive said it was "making progress" on reducing pollution, following
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VIDEO: Why RAF and Royal Navy helicopters were landing in Barrow this week
Many residents in Barrow were stunned this week to see RAF and Royal Navy helicopters not only circling overhead - but also landing. Many who saw them on Monday stopped to film and take photographs of a "sortie" of aircraft flying over Roa Island
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Cumbrian temperatures to feel well below zero as Arctic winds hit
Temperatures are expected to drop in Cumbria next week as colder Arctic air sweeps in. Snow is not yet forecast in the south of Cumbria however it is likely to feel as low as minus five in some places with temperatures regularly dropping to zero
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Residents in another Barrow postcode win £1,000 on People’s Postcode Lottery
MORE lucky residents from Barrow have won £1,000 in the daily postcode lottery. The People’s Postcode Lottery announced on November 14 that ticket holders living in the LA13 0LN postcode, on Leece Lane, have won the cash prize. November looks
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CEO and MP go head-to-head in cook off
The Chief Executive of South Cumbria Multi-Academy Trust will go head-to-head with the Barrow and Furness MP in a battle of culinary skills. SCMAT CEO Professor Andrew Wren will take on Michelle Scrogham MP in a cook off challenge at Chetwynde
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UK Apple users could be owed compensation as Which? launches £3bn iCloud claim
Millions of Apple customers in the UK could be owed compensation if a legal claim from consumer group Which? is successful. Which? has launched a £3 billion claim against Apple, claiming the tech giant has breached competition law by “forcing its
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Council Tax bills set to rise by an average of £100 in the new year
Council Tax bills are likely to go up by an average of £100 in April next year, with an expected five per cent rise to cover £2.4 billion “black hole”. Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch pressed Sir Keir Starmer to confirm whether the cap
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Rare Royal Mint 50p coin sells for nearly 400 times face value on eBay
We are all being urged to check our wallets and down the back of our sofas after a 50p coin sold for nearly 400 times its value at auction this week. The 50p coin in question was released in 2009 to mark 250 years since the opening of Kew Gardens
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Remembering local Rugby League ace Ken Wilson who has died
A FUNERAL service was to take place today at the Crematorium of Ken Wilson a former Listers, Barrow RL and Barrow Island player. Ken passed away last week at the age of 73 at Risedale/St Luke's Nursing home. His playing career started with
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Stockdale delighted as Barrow AFC return to winning ways
ASSISTANT boss Robbie Stockdale was delighted Barrow got back on the winning trail after hammering Aston Villa’s U21s 3-0 in the EFL Trophy. Although it was a dead rubber in the competition, it could turn out to be an important marker in the Bluebirds
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BAE lodges plans for drug and alcohol test centre in Barrow
BAE Systems has lodged plans to build a temporary drug and alcohol test centre in Barrow. The defence giants have submitted a planning application to Westmorland and Furness Council to install a single storey Portakabin building in the car park
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Plans for homes in south Cumbrian village approved
INITIAL plans to build homes for local people in the Lake District have been given the go ahead. Members of the development control committee for the Lake District National Park Authority approved granting outline planning permission to an application
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Councillors pen letter to share 'deep concerns' over FGH ward shake up
The proposed closure of wards at Furness General Hospital has been met with 'deep concerns' from councillors in the area. All councillors in the Furness area have co-signed a letter to the board of the Morecambe Bay Health Trust and its CEO to
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Man who threatened to kill his wife after discovering she had an affair is jailed
A MAN has been jailed for threatening to kill his wife after he discovered that she had an affair while he was serving a prison sentence, a court heard. Prosecutor Lee Dacre said Kieron Burke sent his wife voice messages on WhatsApp saying: ‘I
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Plans for south Cumbrian business park to be decided by council
PLANS to build a business park near Kendal are recommended to be given the go-ahead by the council. Members of the strategic planning committee for Westmorland and Furness Council will discuss plans to construct Woodlands Business Park off Gatebeck
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Woman threatened to put person's head down the toilet at police station
A WOMAN who was being held in a custody cell has been sentenced after she threatened to put a person's head down a toilet. Sophie Davis, 30, admitted counts of common assault, assault by beating of an emergency worker and common assault of an emergency
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Jack Rhodes picks up Rising Star Award at the Magic Circle
Jack Rhodes has been handed the Rising Star Award from the Magic Circle. The Ulverston-born magician and Britain's Got Talent runner up was given the accolade by President of the Magic Circle Marvin Berglas. This came whilst Jack was supporting
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Open mic night in Barrow tests locals' talents whilst raising money for charity
An open mic night in Barrow is planning to put the talents of local people to the test - as well as raising money for charity. Organised by the Clarkes Hotel at Rampside, the event will take place on Thursday, December 5 from 7pm until 10pm.
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Christmas market in Barrow promises a 'cosy' Saturday for locals
A Christmas market has been organised in Barrow this weekend to provide the perfect 'cosy' Saturday. Organised by Westmorland and Furness Council and 'Love Barrow Libraries' in partnership with 'Furness 4 You', the event will take place on November
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Annual Christmas Tree Festival readies itself for 2024 return
A church in south Cumbria is readying itself for the return of one of its most popular annual events. The Parish Church of St Paul just off Main Street in Grange-over-Sands will once again be hosting its Christmas Tree Festival next month.
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Coniston Power Boat Week: 10 World Records set in 2024
A whole host of World Records tumbled after power boat crews took to Coniston Water once again. The 52nd edition of the Water Speed Record event took place across last week - with organising now celebrating its success. With 139 attempts being
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Proposed extension for new University of Cumbria Barrow campus
A new university campus in Cumbria is being shaped by a focus on creating a future-ready healthcare workforce. The University of Cumbria is looking to extend the Barrow campus currently being built with funding from the Brilliant Barrow Town Deal
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Councillors from across the region attend Remembrance Sunday services
Councillors from the Cumbria region attended Remembrance Sunday services to pay tribute to the Armed Forces. Across Westmorland and Furness, communities came together on November 10 to honour the service and sacrifices made by the Armed Forces.
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‘Exciting new chapter’ for firm as it appoints new CEO
A manufacturing company based in Barrow has appointed a new chief executive. Rovtech has appointed John Polson to the position. The specialist firm is looking to enhance the worldwide growth of nuclear energy and offshore wind. Mr Polson
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Barrow project mentioned in Keir Starmer's climate change speech in Baku
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has reaffirmed his commitment to the major green hydrogen project in Barrow at this year's climate change conference in Azerbaijan. The Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves told parliament as part of her October
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Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra to perform in Ulverston this month
The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra are set to perform in Cumbria later this month. Karel Deseure conducts Ravel’s dreamy Spanish fantasy, Poulenc’s witty Sinfonietta, and Mozart’s ebullient Oboe Concerto – with the Orchestra’s very own
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South Cumbria schools join together to celebrate World Nursery Rhyme Week
Schools in the South Cumbria Multi Academy Trust are celebrating World Nursery Rhyme Week. The Trust has organised events to nurture the pupils' vocabulary, language, and passion for music. World Nursery Rhyme Week, which runs until November
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Historic now-derelict hotel purchased for aparthotel conversion
A historic and currently derelict hotel is set to be transformed into a luxury aparthotel by a husband-and-wife duo. Grey Walls in Windermere has been purchased by Cradel Haus, the luxury holiday accommodation brand led by couple Del and Craig
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Abba tribute Re-Björn to perform in Millom next month
A popular tribute to Abba are set to perform in Millom for a pre-Christmas concert. Re-Björn are coming to Millom to perform at The Beggar's Theatre on December 14 at 8pm. The Beggars Theatre said: "Get ready for one of the most exciting and
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Volunteers needed for 'large-scale' Coniston conservation day
Volunteers are encouraged to join the 'large-scale' conservation day at Coniston. The event, organised by Friends of the Lake District, will take place on November 22. Participants can expect to contribute to various practical conservation
