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Toddler seriously injured in Cumbrian campsite accident
A 20-month-old girl was airlifted to hospital today after she was run over by a car at a campsite near Keswick.
Last updated 12 May 2013
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Seven deaths at north Cumbria hospitals linked to superbug
Seven deaths at north Cumbria’s two hospitals were linked to superbug C.difficile and there has been a three-fold rise in “major or catastrophic impact” incidents.
Last updated 12 May 2013
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Shock at child abuse claims against former Carlisle clergyman
The Diocese of Carlisle has expressed their shock after allegations of child abuse surfaced against one of the city’s former religious leaders.
Last updated 12 May 2013
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Carlisle boy, 9, among four hurt as inflatables blow over
A boy from Carlisle was among four children hurt yesterday when two bouncy castle style inflatables blew over at a major Scouting event.
Last updated 12 May 2013
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Carlisle man charged with rape
A 46-year-old man has appeared in court charged with rape.
Last updated 11 May 2013
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Seagulls get sack in blitz on Cumbrian litter
A new weapon has been unveiled in the war waged against seagulls on Carlisle streets – a toughened sack.
Last updated 11 May 2013
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New Carlisle Tesco? Bring it on say locals
Residents and local traders have generally welcomed the news that Tesco is planning to build a new £35 million supermarket in Morton.
Last updated 11 May 2013
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Carlisle's rich mix of cultures set to be celebrated
Carlisle's rich and diverse mix of cultures will be celebrated this summer.
Last updated 11 May 2013
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Raising cash for Cumbrian animal refuge will be walk in park
A walk to raise cash for an animal charity is being sponsored by a Carlisle motor group.
Last updated 11 May 2013
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Bollywood glamour at Cumbrian hospice's fundraising ball
A country house near Carlisle will take on the glamour of Bollywood for an Indian-themed ball to raise cash for the city’s Eden House Children’s Hospice.
Last updated 11 May 2013
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‘I didn’t try to get rid of evidence’ Cumbria murder trial told
A man accused of trying to cover up a murder in Carlisle said he would never have driven all the way to west Cumbria to dispose of clothes involved in the crime.
Last updated 11 May 2013
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Cumbrian MPs reveal their expenses bills
Details of Cumbria’s MPs’ expenses have been published, showing how much they claim for accommodation and travel. (33 comments)
Last updated 11 May 2013
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Cumbrian woman's Christmas tree blaze a cry for help
A woman set fire to her Christmas tree in a “cry for help” telling a friend she “felt like ending it all”.
Last updated 11 May 2013
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First eggs laid by Cumbrian osprey pair
The first eggs have been laid by ospreys nesting at Bassenthwaite.
Last updated 11 May 2013
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Boy incited into cyber sex act by Cumbrian circus performer
A Cumbrian circus performer has admitted inciting a 14-year-old boy to perform a sex act over the internet.
Last updated 11 May 2013
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Carlisle school's art exhibition hailed as the best yet
The artistic and creative talents of 130 teenagers have been on display in Carlisle.
Last updated 11 May 2013
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Fight over 400 Cumbrian homes
Battle lines have been drawn over plans for hundreds of new houses in Cockermouth.
Last updated 11 May 2013
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Shock at pair’s sex show on night train to Carlisle
Train passengers were witness to a “live porn show” during which a young child had to be shielded to stop them seeing what was happening.
Last updated 10 May 2013
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Cumbria police appeal after car crashes into wall
A man was arrested after a car hit a wall near Workington railway station this morning.
Last updated 10 May 2013
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New Workington mayor aims to champion volunteers
Konrad Hansen was officially unveiled as the new mayor of Workington at the town council’s annual meeting on Wednesday.
Last updated 10 May 2013
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