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Major road blocked in both directions after two-vehicle crash on promenade
A section of a major road in South Cumbria is closed after a crash. The A590 is currently closed at its junction with Walney Promenade after a two-vehicle collision which occurred just after 3.30pm. READ MORE: Council improve road outside Barrow
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Thousands of people in Barrow and Furness sign petition calling for an election
MORE than 3,000 people in Furness have signed a petition calling for a general election saying Labour have ‘gone back’ on their promises made at the last election. Labour won a historic landslide in July and regained Barrow and Furness as part
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'Predator' jailed for 16 years after admitting multiple child sex offences
A 'PREDATOR' has been jailed after admitting nine child sexual offences. Darren Richmond, from Barrow, pleaded guilty to charges brought against him at an earlier hearing which included charges of rape and attempting to sexually communicate with
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Trains between Barrow and Lancaster to resume after repairs
Train services between Barrow and Lancaster will restart earlier than expected. It was previously said that, following disruption caused by Storm Bert, the line would be closed until Friday morning. This was after severe flooding in Ulverston
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Look at the latest nominees for Pets of the Week
To celebrate the joy our pets bring us on a daily basis, we have a space dedicated to Pets of the Week. We want to hear from you, nominate your best friends for the coveted title of: The Mail’s Pet of the Week, send us a picture and see them in
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Walker rescued from Scafell Pike after 'hopping' on walking poles with ankle injury
A walker was rescued in the Lake District after 'hopping' on his walking poles down Scafell Pike after an ankle injury. Wasdale Mountain Rescue Team (MRT) received a call from Cumbria police about a walker in trouble. The man had slipped injuring
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Trains between Lancaster and Barrow cancelled until Friday after flooding
Trains in and out of Barrow are set to be cancelled for the majority of the week. A combination of heavy rain and melting snow during Storm Bert resulted in severe flooding in the Ulverston area which is impacting Northern services between Lancaster
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Storm Bert fails to stop crowds enjoying the Dickensian Festival
Crowds packed onto the streets of Ulverston to enjoy the Dickensian Festival despite weather warnings and Storm Bert. A host of stalls lined the cobbled streets on Saturday and Sunday selling everything from cakes and fudge to vodka and soaps.
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‘Fantastic’ turnout for Barrow Christmas Light Switch On despite Storm Bert
An impressive crowd turned out to celebrate Barrow's annual Christmas Light Switch On extravaganza despite Storm Bert. The crowd was not deterred by cold, wind or rain as they gathered in the town centre to watch the festive entertainment.
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Adorable stray kittens looking for new homes after mum was adopted
Four ‘stunning’ kittens are currently being looked after by Eden Animal Rescue while they wait to find a loving family. The animal shelter at Moorlands Head Farm, Temple Sowerby has been caring for animals since 1995 and pledges to never put a
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Tea rooms 'really chuffed' to be nominated for Best Coffee Shop 2024 award
The owner of tea rooms that sits snuggly next to a water mill have said they are 'really chuffed' to be nominated by The Mail readers for the Best Coffee Shop 2024 award. Dusty Millers Tea Rooms, next to Gleaston Water Mill, is in the top ten finalists
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Initial plans for new homes in south Cumbrian village approved by planners
INITIAL plans for new homes in a south Cumbrian village have been given the thumbs up. Westmorland and Furness Council has granted a planning in principle application from Kenneth Smith to build up to six new homes on land off Flookburgh Road in
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Man used threatening behaviour to cause harassment, alarm or distress - sentence
A MAN who admitted to using threatening / abusive words / behaviour to cause harassment, alarm or distress has been sentenced in court. Joshua Silver, of Tay Court, pleaded guilty to the charge contrary to section 5 (1) and (6) of the Public Order
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Retired prison officer celebrates end of cancer treatment at Barrow pub
A retired prison officer has raised thousands of pounds in an event to mark the end of his cancer treatments. Paul Niven gathered his nearest and dearest at Walney Island’s King Alfred for a get-together that raised an incredible £6,700 for Rosemere
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Woman with 'disturbing interest in rape’ told 'girl' she wanted to 'teach her things’
A WOMAN with a ‘disturbing interest in rape’ who told a 'girl' she wanted to 'teach her things’ has narrowly avoided being jailed. Sammi Walkden, of Lord Roberts Street on Walney, believed she was communicating with a 13-year-old girl online, who
