News round up
Last orders for Cumbrian barmaid after 40 years’ service
An 85-year-old barmaid has called time on her working life after 40 years behind the bar in Wigton.
Last updated 10 February 2012
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Times changing for recycling collections in Carlisle
Changes to collection times for plastic and cardboard recycling bags will come into force in Carlisle on March 1.
Last updated 10 February 2012
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Cumbrian bowel cancer survivor warns that quick action is vital
Two weeks after undergoing major bowel cancer surgery, Margaret Henderson was back on her feet attending her daughter’s wedding.
Last updated 10 February 2012
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Carlisle MP urges parents to claim free school meals for their children
Carlisle MP John Stevenson is calling on eligible parents on benefits to claim free school meals for their children to help boost the coffers of local schools.
Last updated 10 February 2012
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Carlisle father-of-seven must pay compensation for threatening witness
A Carlisle bus driver due to go on trial at the city’s crown court made threats to one of the witnesses waiting outside.
Last updated 10 February 2012
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Talkin Tarn designated a country park
A north Cumbrian beauty spot has been officially accredited as a country park.
Last updated 10 February 2012
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Duchess to officially open revamped Cumbrian hall
The Duchess of Northumberland will officially reopen the refurbished Gilsland Village Hall next month.
Last updated 10 February 2012
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Cumbria must take advantage of broadband investment, says MP Rory Stewart
A politician believes Cumbria must make the most of multi-million pound investments to boost broadband in the county.
Last updated 10 February 2012
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Fight to plug funding gap after Cumbrian art group hit by huge cut
Volunteers are determined to do all they can to ensure an arts funding blow for rural Cumbria does not prove fatal.
Last updated 10 February 2012
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
World champion waller knocks Carlisle museum’s gardens into shape
A courtyard inspired by the Romans is taking shape on an historic plot in a picturesque pocket of Carlisle city centre.
Last updated 10 February 2012
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Challenges overcome to bring patient care closer to the community in Cumbria
Five years ago Sue Page set out a bold new vision for healthcare in Cumbria.
Last updated 10 February 2012
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Lake District pass is closed to vehicles
A Lake District pass has officially closed to motor vehicles after decades of uncertainty.
Last updated 10 February 2012
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Objectors mobilise as Cumwhinton turbine fight drags on
Opponents of plans for a 328ft wind turbine near Cumwhinton have called a public meeting to mobilise support.
Last updated 10 February 2012
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Extra Government money to improve dental health in Cumbria
The Government has given an extra £1.5m to get more people in Cumbria to see a dentist.
Last updated 10 February 2012
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Vicar in plea over future of Aspatria care home
The vicar of Aspatria has pleaded with Cumbria county councillors to keep open the town’s Park Lodge residential care home.
Last updated 10 February 2012
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Law change 'would make Carlisle Airport expansion more likely'
Large tracts of protected Cumbrian countryside could be developed for housing and businesses if new planning laws are adopted, campaigners have claimed.
Last updated 10 February 2012
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Carlisle cancer patient: ‘Hospital consultant lost my personal info on train’
A Carlisle cancer patient has revealed she is among a group who have been told that their personal details have been lost by a hospital consultant on a train.
Last updated 10 February 2012
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Carlisle council steps in to fix derelict landmark hotel after owners fail to act
Council contractors have started urgent repairs on a derelict Carlisle landmark after its owners ignored a legal order to take action.
Last updated 10 February 2012
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
High point of the holidays as Cumbrian teacher conquers Antarctic peak
When he’s not in the classroom, maths teacher Chris Mothersdale is scaling some of the world’s highest peaks.
Last updated 10 February 2012
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
How Carlisle shop boss saw off armed maniac
A Carlisle shop owner said he feared for his life as he fought off an armed maniac more than 30 years his junior.
Last updated 10 February 2012
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
