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50 jobs at new west Cumbrian arts centre and theatre
A disused church in Workington will be turned into an arts centre and theatre.
Last updated 3 May 2013
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11 per cent fall in crime in Cumbria
Recorded crime in Cumbria dropped by 11 per cent in the last year, new figures reveal.
Last updated 3 May 2013
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No regrets over the nuclear dump vote, says outgoing Cumbria council leader
The outgoing leader of Cumbria County Council is standing by a decision not to continue with the process to site a nuclear dump in the county.
Last updated 3 May 2013
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Air ambulances called to road crash in north Cumbria
Two air ambulances were called to a two-vehicle collision in north Cumbria this afternoon.
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Carlisle murder accused didn’t want knife victim to die
A man accused of murder said he did not want a Polish factory worker who was fatally stabbed to die.
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Violent crime down in west Cumbria town centres - police
A crime-busting team is winning its fight to stamp out violent behaviour in west Cumbrian town centres.
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Maryport rescue boathouse demolished after 148 years
The old Maryport Inshore Rescue boathouse has finally been demolished.
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Eden councillors' anger at not being allowed to speak
Two Eden councillors walked out of a meeting after they weren’t allowed to speak in support of a residents’ application.
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Suspended Chief Constable: 'New matter' referred to police watchdog
Cumbria's crime commissioner says “a new matter” has been referred to a police watchdog following investigations into allegations against the county’s suspended chief constable.
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Carlisle gears up for economic boost from annual Pirelli Rally
The annual Pirelli rally roars into Carlisle this weekend with thousands expected to flock to the city.
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Cumbrian man accused of assault over decorating debt
A man has gone on trial accused of carrying out an attack in a row over payment for decorating.
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Workington Comets rider Mason Campton's visa appeal rejected
Workington Comets Mason Campton will not ride for the team in 2013 after his appeal for a visa to ride in Britain was turned down.
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Carlisle actress Roxanne Pallett rushed to hospital
Carlisle actress Roxanne Pallett is recovering after being rushed to hospital with crippling stomach pains.
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Cumbrian architect a favourite with celebrity clients
A firm in Carlisle is designing a house for the latest in a long line of celebrity clients – rap artist Tinie Tempah.
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Race against time to save historic Carlisle pub
An award-winning historic Carlisle pub is to close next month. The Magpie in Botcherby will shut on June 3 if a new buyer can not be found.
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Last updated 2 May 2013
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Police name walker who died on Cumbrian fells
A man who died after collapsing on the Cumbrian fells has been named by police.
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Work on hospital halted after crane hits building
A crane has hit a wall at a hospital forcing rebuild work to be halted.
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Cumbria goes to polls to elect new county council
Cumbrians are voting today to elect a new county council. (4 comments)
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Election 2013: Cumbria County Council
Live coverage of the Cumbria County Council election counts. Results as they are announced together with comment, quotes and images from around the county. Counts start 10am Friday.
Last updated 2 May 2013
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Police pepper spray thugs in train fight
Police used pepper spray on suspects after a fresh outbreak of drink-fuelled disorder on a train service between Newcastle and Carlisle.
Last updated 1 May 2013
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