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Decomposed body found on Lake District fell
A partially decomposed body has been found on a fell side close to Thirlmere.
Last updated 9 February 2010
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Workington man in court accused of cycle path rape
A man has appeared at Carlisle Crown Court in connection with an alleged violent sex attack on a woman on a Workington cycle path.
Last updated 9 February 2010
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Cumbrian dog owner forced to defend himself after YouTube 'attack'
A dog owner who was bombarded with accusations of neglecting his pets has won emphatic support from a vet, police and council officials.
Last updated 9 February 2010
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Concern over plan to move west Cumbria respite care centre
The parent of a child who goes to a west Cumbrian respite centre facing closure fears regular users may be put off using the service if it moves to Workington.
Last updated 9 February 2010
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Bid to attract events to picturesque hall near Carlisle
An historic hall near Carlisle could soon form the backdrop for more special occasions.
Last updated 9 February 2010
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Carlisle man fined for letting dog foul city grass area
A man who let a dog foul on a grassy area in Carlisle and did not clean the mess up has been fined by magistrates.
Last updated 9 February 2010
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Whitehaven sea lock to reopen today
The sea lock at Whitehaven Harbour is due to reopen tonight after maintenance work was carried out.
Last updated 9 February 2010
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Copeland MP Jamie Reed hits back over meeting complaint
An MP has hit out after being criticised for organising meetings to secure more jobs for west Cumbria.
Last updated 9 February 2010
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Carlisle taxi driver in 1am race hate road rage attack
A TAXI driver was subjected to a road rage and potential race hate attack in Carlisle, police say.
Last updated 9 February 2010
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Rail union demands West Coast Mainline inquiry
A rail union is demanding an investigation into what it says are repeated maintenance failings on the West Coast Mainline after the latest in a series of power failures halted trains in Hertfordshire.
Last updated 9 February 2010
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Solway barrage ‘could spell wildlife disaster’ warns RSPB
Tidal barrages proposed for the Solway could actually increase the risk of flooding to nearby areas, claim wildlife campaigners.
Last updated 9 February 2010
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Allerdale school pupils will organise sports festival
Youngsters from across Allerdale will be managing a sports festival this summer.
Last updated 9 February 2010
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Consent for Lowther Castle to become visitor attraction
Plans to turn the derelict Lowther Castle into a major Lake District tourist destination have cleared another hurdle.
Last updated 9 February 2010
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Cumbrian am-drams group looking for black man prepared to strip on stage
A west Cumbrian theatre group is looking for a black man who is willing to sing and strip for them.
Last updated 9 February 2010
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Wigton man arrested after worker crushed by road roller
A 24-year-old man from Wigton has been arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving after a west Cumbrian highways worker was crushed beneath a road roller in Carlisle.
Last updated 9 February 2010
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Cumbria university: We will support our students
University bosses insist they are still firmly committed to the future of their Cumbrian students – but admit there are some tough challenges and decisions ahead.
Last updated 9 February 2010
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