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Tallest tree discovered in the Lake District
National Trust Rangers in the Lake District have discovered the tallest tree of its kind in England growing in one of their woodlands. The Grand Fir, which stands at 57.8m high, has now been crowned the tallest tree in Cumbria and the tallest Grand Fir in England.
Family pay tribute to 9-year-old Millom boy who died yesterday
The family of a 9-year-old boy who sadly died yesterday (21 February 2012) have released a picture and a tribute to a popular boy who will be sorely missed. Rylan Cosgrove, from Millom, had been ill since Sunday after he suffered a asthma attack after playing sport
Rory Stewart champions lead health status for Cumbria at NFU conference
Penrith and the Border MP Rory Stewart pressed for a radical change in approach to animal health, including annual testing for bovine TB, and a new Cumbrian pilot in an NFU address this morning. The comments were made at the NFU’s annual conference in Birmingham today on the future of farming
Western Lake District to see off the 37th Malcolm Wilson Rally
The beautiful historic Georgian town of Cockermouth, in the heart of the Western Lake District, is set to play host to one of the Western Lake District’s biggest sporting events, the 37th Malcolm Wilson Rally, on Saturday 3rd of March.Thousands of spectators are expected to gather in key locations to watch everything with four wheels
Three weeks of traffic disruption for Penrith town centre
Penrith town centre is to receive a road re-vamp from Monday 5th March as Cumbria County Council will work to repair and replace the stone sett road surface. The repairs in the Market Square area involve a mortar bedding under the setts being replaced by a higher strength specification
Five bailed as detectives continue to investigate Whitehaven rape
Detectives in Workington are continuing their investigation into the serious sexual assault at Whitehaven. A woman, aged 41 from Cleator Moor was found by a member of the public in a distressed state at around 8:20 am on Sunday 19th February, police are able to confirm that she had been raped.
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Tebay and Orton to showcase their best tourist attractions
Tebay and Orton will be showcasing some of their best tourist attractions to Tourist Information Centre (TIC) staff from across Cumbria and the Yorkshire Dales on Wednesday 7th March. TIC staff and local tourism business representatives will enjoy a special tour of the area in a Cumbria Classic Coach with commentary from a local Blue Badge guide
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Tim Farron: ‘Use new funds to protect rural transport’
After securing a major grant from the Government, local MP Tim Farron has today called on Cumbria County Council to use the money to protect rural transport in the South Lakes. A grant of £288,000 has been given to Cumbria County Council by Lib Dem minister Norman Baker, to help develop community transport services across Cumbria
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Funding available for Eden Diamond Jubilee & Olympic Celebrations
Communities planning to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee and Olympic Torch Relay in June could benefit from a cash injection for their event from Eden District Council’s Community Fund. The Community Fund is intended to support and develop community initiatives, including one-off events, with a maximum of £2,500 available for events.
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Cables ‘going underground’ in Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Electricity poles are to be taken down in Arnside and Silverdale AONB over the next three months as part of a £137,000 project to restore the landscape to its original beauty. Electricity North West will remove six overhead poles and 500m of 11kV electricity cable that runs adjacent to Park Road between Milnthorpe and Arnside
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Tallest tree discovered in the Lake District
National Trust Rangers in the Lake District have discovered the tallest tree of its kind in England growing in one of their woodlands. The Grand Fir, which stands at 57.8m high, has now been crowned the tallest tree in Cumbria and the tallest Grand Fir in England.
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Family pay tribute to 9-year-old Millom boy who died yesterday
The family of a 9-year-old boy who sadly died yesterday (21 February 2012) have released a picture and a tribute to a popular boy who will be sorely missed. Rylan Cosgrove, from Millom, had been ill since Sunday after he suffered a asthma attack after playing sport
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Penrith Christmas lights switch on with Steven Hall from BGT & Kirk from Corrie
Penrith Christmas lights switch on photo’s and video of Steven Hall from Britains Got Talent and Kirk from Corrie
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World Sheep Dog Trials march through Penrith
World Sheep Dog Trials photo gallery as they marched through Penrith on Wednesday 14 September 2011.
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GPs to ‘prescribe’ smartphone apps for patients
People could soon be directed to free or cheap apps by their GPs to allow them to monitor and manage their health more effectively. The latest innovations in smartphone technology will help patients and the public to find and use NHS services, manage conditions and make better lifestyle choices in a way that is very convenient for them.
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‘Big Fat Gypsy Weddings is ruining my life’
Romany Gypsy blogger Pipopotamus has criticised the Channel 4 TV show ‘Big Fat Gypsy Weddings’ as being a misleading work of fiction that doesn’t even contain any Gypsies. 17-year-old Pip who was in Penrith last week to visit family wrote an open letter to Channel 4 accusing the show of ruining his life.
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DVLA office fight moves to Parliament
MPs will be lobbied tomorrow (Wednesday 22 February) by campaigners who want to stop the closure of all 39 regional offices of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency. The Public and Commercial Services union – which represents the 1,200 workers facing unemployment – has invited politicians to a drop in briefing at the House of Commons
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Freeing up farming to reach its full potential
The farming industry is the first to benefit from the Government’s pledge to slash red tape which hinders business efficiency, Farming Minister Jim Paice announced today. A raft of measures to free farmers from the shackles of unnecessary burdens, help their businesses become more competitive and so provide a boost to the economy
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Energy alliance with France will bring jobs & investment to nuclear industry says PM
The UK and France yesterday put the green economy and energy security at the heart of their relationship. This came as companies from both nations agreed a raft of commercial deals, and the two governments signed up to new agreements to cooperate on energy issues. Deals signed in the presence of Prime Minister Cameron and President Sarkozy include:
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Anti-Homophobia in Football action plan launch with a brand new film
The FA has released a brand new film around anti-Homophobia in Football ahead of announcing an action plan on the subject at Wembley Stadium next week. The film features Brendon Batson and former FA Cup winner and England international John Scales, plus ex-Reading skipper Ady Williams who was capped 13 times by Wales.
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Pitch up early for Lake District’s new festival of street arts
The early bird tickets have just landed for Masquepony – the UK’s first street arts festival with camping which will take place at Cartmel Racecourse on Friday 17 to Sunday 19 August 2012. Audiences will enjoy a vibrant mix of street entertainment under the stars during this unique three-day festival.
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An Evening of Musical Entertainment in Carlisle with Zing
The Mayor of Carlisle, Cllr Barry Earp, is inviting local residents to join him at a special musical event on Friday, 9 March. Tickets are available for “An Evening of Musical Entertainment with Zing” in Harraby Community Centre, Edgehill Road, doors open at 7pm.
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Performers walk on water in beautiful & surreal show on Lake District’s Derwentwater
A beautiful and surreal night-time show, featuring fire, pyrotechnics, a floating bed and a car that drives across the lake, will take place on Derwentwater, in Keswick, this summer. The dreamlike performance is the story of an ordinary man whose life is transformed when his head suddenly bursts into flames
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Kendal Calling tickets to go on sale next week & 1st acts to be announced
The most anticipated festival in the Lake District, Kendal Calling are set to make a big announcement next week and open the flood gates once more as tickets go on sale! With tickets released at 9am on Thursday 23rd February, the news of the first crop of hand-picked line-up will also be unleashed at the same time with info revealed across the website, facebook and twitter.
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Way out West has it all going on!
A new comedy play evoking the humour of Hollywood star Stan Laurel and his partner Oliver Hardy is heading its way Rosehill as part of a national wide tour on Saturday 25 February at 7.30pm. Way Out West by Paul Hodson (Meeting Joe Strummer & Fever Pitch) is the new surreal, sad comedy starring Mike Goodenough and Damien Lyne.
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South Lakeland District Council to host first live webcast of Full Council meeting
For the first time, South Lakeland District Council will be webcasting the meeting of Full Council on Thursday 23 February from 6.30pm. Members of the public will be able to view the meeting from the comfort of their own home via the Internet.
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Cleator Moor pub gears up for Great Lakeland Pub Quiz
Pub quiz teams from the Ewe and Lamb in Padstow, Cleator Moor are doing some last minute general knowledge cramming for the NSPCC’s Great Lakeland Pub Quiz. The pub is one of 26 locals across Cumbria taking part in the charity’s battle of the brains on 1 March. The fundraising competition sees pubs across the county compete
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Tim Farron backs £1m scheme to help get young Cumbrian’s learning or earning
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has welcomed today’s announcement by Deputy Prime Minister and Leader of the Liberal Democrats, Nick Clegg of a £1 million fund to get young people in Cumbria who are not in employment, education or training (NEET), earning or learning again.
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MP congratulates Watermillock’s Rampsbeck Hotel on prestigious TripAdvisor Award
Local MP Rory Stewart has congratulated Watermillock’s Rampsbeck Hotel on winning the prestigious TripAdvisor Traveller’s Choice Award. The prize, awarded by millions of real travellers, puts the Rampsbeck Hotel among a small group of hotels worldwide recognised for consistent excellence.
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Barrow drug dealer ordered to repay more than £18,000
A Barrow man convicted for drugs offences appeared in Preston Crown Court yesterday (Tuesday 21 February) where he was ordered to repay £18,680 or face longer in jail. During the Proceeds of Crime Act Hearing, 49-year-old Wayne Peter Moffatt was found to have benefited from his criminality to the tune of £22,622.52
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Cleator Moor restaurant find over illegal worker
The UK Border Agency has published details of civil penalties handed to North West businesses caught employing illegal workers, including a Bangladeshi restaurant in Cumbria that has been fined £12,500. Anamika, High Street in Cleator Moor, was raided in July 2010 and the business was issued with a potential fine notice
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Lake Windermere fee reduction for ‘special’ users
Boat enthusiasts who take their powered craft onto Windermere just for occasional special events are to benefit from a new “short-term” registration fee aimed specifically at rallies and traditional steamboat gatherings. National park members meeting in Kendal agreed to a proposal which will substantially cut the cost for lake users who come to Windermere
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John Stevenson MP to take part in Young Person’s Question Time at Rheged
John Stevenson MP for Carlisle will be part of a panel answering questions at Young Person’s Question Time which will be held at Rheged on Saturday. John has been invited back to the panel for the second year by Young Cumbria who have organised this event to give young people throughout the county an opportunity to ask questions of their Cumbrian representatives.
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Study considers ways to offset any negative perceptions of Cumbria being a nuclear waste site
A study has recommended ways to mitigate against any negative perceptions of Cumbria that could arise if the west of the county takes part in the Government’s search for a suitable site for an underground repository for higher-activity radioactive waste. Cumbria and the Lake District have strong brands which benefit the tourism and food industries
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Young people team-up for Allerdale youth assembly
Nearly 50 young people from across Allerdale joined forces to discuss the issues that matter to them and develop ideas for improving their communities.Allerdale Youth Council held a youth assembly at Lakes College West Cumbria on Friday (February 17) for people between the ages of 11 and 21 where they examined six priorities that affect their age group
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Alert for heavy rain with risk of localised flooding
Further heavy rain will spread southeast, followed by showers across the UK during today (Wednesday), with further showery rain developing overnight and during Thursday. The heaviest and most persistent downpours will affect Western Scotland and Northwest England where falls of 25-40mm are likely – with totals of 60mm plus possible over the higher ground.
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Rory Stewart to be quizzed at Cumbrian Young People’s Question Time
Penrith and the Border MP Rory Stewart will join fellow Cumbrian Members of Parliament John Stevenson (Carlisle) and John Woodcock (Barrow in Furness) for a Young People’s Question Time at Rheged on Saturday 25th February, in a panel question-and-answer event organised by Young Cumbria that will be followed by young people’s surgeries.
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Police appeal following burglary in Motherby
Police are investigating a burglary in the Motherby area, where a number of outbuildings in a nearby field have been entered and items stolen. The burglary occurred sometime between 5pm on 20 February and 10:30am today, 21 February. The items taken include two 20lts of red diesel and a pedestrian lawn mower
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40 steel sheep pen gates stolen near Shap
Police are investigating the theft of 40 6ft high steel sheep pen gates from an isolated field in the Oddendale area near Shap, which occurred sometime between Tuesday 14 and Thursday 16 February. A police spokesman said: “The location is close to a footpath and popular with dog walkers.”
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Pet cat shot in Cockermouth
Police are investigating a report that a cat has been shot with an air weapon on Saturday, 18 February. The incident is believed to have occurred between 5pm and 8pm in the Highfield area of Cockermouth. Police are appealing for anyone with any information to contact Cockermouth police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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Rotary Club of Upper Eden – The Yomp Mountain Challenge
On June 3rd it will be the 30th anniversary of The Yomp, As in previous years, The Rotary Club of Upper Eden will again be organising “The Yomp Mountain Challenge”, which consists of a choice of three courses over the fells above Kirkby Stephen, 23 miles, 11.5 miles and 6.5 miles.
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Police urge people in Maryport not to leave valuables in their cars
Police in Maryport are investigating a number of incidents when cars and vans, which have been left insecure overnight, have had items stolen from within. Over the weekend of the 17th to 19th February 2012, a total of six reports were received of thieves breaking into insecure vehicles parked in Maryport
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A Cumbrian legacy – A celebration of Oliver Messel
The Beacon Museum, Whitehaven, working in collaboration with Rosehill, Whitehaven and the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, are currently hosting a very special exhibition during this spring, which is will delight visitors and residents alike. An amazing exhibition of drawings by one of the country’s legendary theatre designers of the 20th Century, Oliver Messel
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Road works to take place in Brampton town centre
Road works will be taking place in Brampton town centre from Sunday (26th February) to allow for road reconstruction works. The works will be adjacent to The Moot Hall through “The Narrows” towards Craw Hall. Due to the nature of the works, the road will be closed. Works are expected to last for around five days,
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Police re-appeal for help to trace missing Mark Westall from Ulverston
Police are renewing their appeal for help from the public to trace Mark Westall who went missing from his home in Ulverston almost one month ago. 44-year-old Mark Westall, of North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston was last seen at 9.30pm on Monday 23rd January 2012 on North Lonsdale Road in Ulverston.
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West Cumbrian paramedic joins dedicated community ambulance team
Would you know what to do in an emergency? Could you save a life? North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust (NWAS), in partnership with the British Heart Foundation, is giving the public the skills and confidence to say ‘yes’ to both of those questions. NWAS’s community resuscitation team, funded in part by the British Heart Foundation,
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Rory Stewart welcomes sporting legacy boost for Kirkby Stephen Grammar School
Penrith and the Border MP Rory Stewart has welcomed news that Kirkby Stephen Grammar School has secured £120,000 of Olympic legacy funding from Sport England’s Inspired Facilities Fund, part of the £135 million Places People Play legacy programme that is bringing the magic of a home Olympic and Paralympic Games
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Backbarrow Ironworks plan offers chance to breath new life into site
Local MP Tim Farron has joined with campaigner Sue Sanderson to welcome news that the long running saga of Backbarrow Ironworks looks like it could be coming to an end. A planning application has been lodged with the National Park authority to try and end the long running saga.
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