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Sellafield cash boost for Finlay Fund
A fund set up in memory of tot Finlay Coulthard has received a £1,000 boost thanks to Sellafield Ltd.
Last updated 10 May 2013
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Carlisle council queries go self-service as visitor numbers rise
Work began this week installing self-service kiosks at Carlisle’s Civic Centre as staff there deal with an increase in people affected by welfare changes.
Last updated 10 May 2013
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Damning report reveals distressing scenes at Carlisle's Cumberland Infirmary
Visibly upset staff describe patients left in urine-soaked beds in the latest damning report into Carlisle’s hospital. (65 comments)
Last updated 9 May 2013
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Accident and emergency log jam triggered Carlisle hospital inspection
Long delays in the accident and emergency department at the Cumberland Infirmary in Carlisle prompted the inspectors’ unannounced visit.
Last updated 9 May 2013
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Tribute to man who died after Cumbrian hospital window plunge
The mother of a man who died after reportedly jumping from a hospital window has paid tribute to a “much loved and devoted son.”
Last updated 9 May 2013
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Cumbrian pub landlord’s anger as yobs slash car tyres
A pub owner is furious after vandals slashed all four tyres on his car.
Last updated 9 May 2013
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75 new Cumbria police jobs over next 12 months
Seventy five new police officers are to be appointed over the next year in Cumbria.
Last updated 9 May 2013
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Government orders safety review of main A69 road
A Cumbrian road branded “one of the most dangerous in the north” has been made the subject of a major safety review. (15 comments)
Last updated 9 May 2013
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Tributes to Cumbrian ice cream man Tony Twentyman
Tributes have been paid to popular ice-cream maker Tony Twentyman of Allonby. (18 comments)
Last updated 9 May 2013
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Denies changing evidence to protect Carlisle murder accused
A man accused of conspiring to pervert the course of justice has denied changing his evidence to protect a man accused of murder.
Last updated 9 May 2013
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Jewellery shop gang captured in Cumbria
A gang of jewellery thieves responsible for a £44,000 nationwide crime spree struck at a shop in Carlisle before being arrested at Penrith.
Last updated 9 May 2013
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Work still not restarted after crane crash at Cumbrian hospital
Work on the £90 million redevelopment of the West Cumberland Hospital in Whtiehaven is still halted more than a week after a crane crashed into the wall of a ward.
Last updated 9 May 2013
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Cumbrian beauty spot failing to pay its way
A popular Brampton beauty spot should be better at generating more cash from visitors councillors have heard. (33 comments)
Last updated 9 May 2013
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Devoted north Cumbrian mum died in Turkish pool tragedy
A devoted mother who was found dead in a swimming pool at her holiday villa in Turkey had consumed four times the legal alcohol limit for driving.
Last updated 9 May 2013
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Cumbrian sanctuary returns 100 hedgehogs to wild
More than 100 hedgehogs are being returned to the wild across Cumbria after being nursed back to health by staff at a wildlife sanctuary.
Last updated 9 May 2013
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New Dearham housing estate set for go-ahead despite objections
Plans for a substantial housing estate which have sparked outrage among residents are set to get the go-ahead.
Last updated 9 May 2013
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Post plan good for Cumbria's rural areas
Rural communities in Cumbria have welcomed new plans to protect public access to post boxes.
Last updated 9 May 2013
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Communities will not be left in the dark by street light changes, says Electricity North West
A utility company has defended plans to change its street lighting rules, insisting communities will not be “plunged into darkness”.
Last updated 9 May 2013
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Principal appointed to Cumbria's first university technical college
A principal has been appointed to run Cumbria’s first-ever university technology college.
Last updated 9 May 2013
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Son’s tribute to mum who died in Lake District plunge
The son of a climber who fell more than 330ft to her death today spoke of the family’s pride in her achievements.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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