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Carlisle man, 46, on rape charge

A 46-year-old man has appeared before a judge at Carlisle Crown Court accused of rape.

Last updated 29 May 2013
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Cumbrian man denies causing friend's death in crash

Ray Pattinson photo A 21-year-old man has appeared in court accused of killing one of his friends by dangerous driving.

Last updated 29 May 2013
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Cumbria police search for missing prisoner

Matthew Burge photo WITH PIC Police are hunting a 25-year-old man who has been recalled to prison.

Last updated 29 May 2013
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University of Cumbria planning memorial to zoo keeper Sarah McClay

Sarah McClay photo Animal conservationists are planning a lasting memorial to the 24-year-old zookeeper who was killed in a tiger attack.

Last updated 29 May 2013
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Kitchen tattoo parlour shut down after raid by council and police

Tattoo raid in Carlisle photo An illegal tattoo parlour has been shut down amid growing concerns about cowboy artists putting people’s health at risk.

Last updated 28 May 2013
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Girl, 11, makes 'bucket list' for mum who has incurable cancer

Bucket list girl photo An inspirational girl has written a list of wishes she wants to do with her mum, who has been diagnosed with incurable cancer, to create a lifetime of memories.

Last updated 28 May 2013
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Gran's little star Bobby - the boy whose mum died six hours after his birth

Lesley Kremer photo Rosie Kremer was utterly thrilled when she discovered she was pregnant.

Last updated 28 May 2013
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Minister considers report on Longtown defence depot jobs

John Mallinson photo A report which will decide the fate of hundreds of civil service jobs in north Cumbria is on a Government minister’s desk.

Last updated 28 May 2013
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Fun and games at Carlisle estate community gala

Morgan Henderson photo Traditional British games and shows were on offer at a community gala.

Last updated 28 May 2013
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Thousands flock to Carlisle park for bank holiday gala

Upperby gala photo Music, dance and comedy were among the attractions that drew thousands to a festival of fun.

Last updated 28 May 2013
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Tiger barriers 'open' at Cumbrian zoo before keeper's death, claim bosses

sarahmcclayfgfg Bosses at a zoo where a keeper died after being mauled by a tiger say the attack happened because a door and barriers were left open.

Last updated 28 May 2013
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Cumbrian partnership helping young children hailed across UK

Cumbria County Council photo A partnership developed in Cumbria to help children under the age of five is being hailed across the country as a model of best practice.

Last updated 28 May 2013
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Cumbrian horse rescue centre calls for public support

Horse rescue charity photo A horse rescue centre is appealing for public support to land a vital injection of funding.

Last updated 28 May 2013
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Call for new law for whistleblowers after Cumbria leak ‘fiasco’

Tim Farron photo Calls are continuing for public service whistleblowers to be given greater protection.

Last updated 28 May 2013
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Police issue alert over Lake District conman

A conman is targeting hotels and pubs in the Lake District.

Last updated 28 May 2013
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Company wants to expand Cumbrian windfarm

Sarah Hemsley-Rose photo A storm of protest is brewing against plans to expand a windfarm.

Last updated 28 May 2013
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Cumbrian family continues fight for dad to live in UK

Barbados man photo A heartbroken family have said a tearful goodbye for a second time as they continue their fight to overturn a decision to ban a father from Britain.

Last updated 28 May 2013
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Girl hit by car still in serious condition in Newcastle hospital

Solway Road girl hurt crash photo A girl taken to hospital after being struck by a car was today still seriously ill but recovering from her injuries.

Last updated 28 May 2013
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Children from Carlisle take a walk in the park to say thanks

Thomas Gould photo Dozens of children, inspired by a boy’s battle to overcome illness, enjoyed a walk in the park to help medics who did so much for him.