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Cumbrian rescue team issues warning after beach debris set man’s clothes on fire

Cumbrian rescue team warning after beach debris set man’s clothes on fire

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Cumbria Police urge residents to register CCTV and doorbell footage

CUMBRIA Police are urging residents to register their CCTV and doorbell cameras. 

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West Cumbrian museum to host pop up gilding session

A WEST Cumbrian museum and Activity Centre is hosting pop up gilding experience. 

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Oasis tribute act Oasis Supernova to perform at the Old Fire Station

AN Oasis tribute band are set to perform in Cumbria. 

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More than three-quarters of people think the UK is not prepared to deal with flooding

More than three-quarters of people think the UK is not prepared to deal with flooding and the other extreme weather driven by climate change, a survey has found.

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Cleator Main Street works sets to begin next week

Cumberland Council has announced the next phase of footway reconstruction on Cleator Main Street.

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Northern aims to replace up to 450 trains with greener models

Up to 450 new trains could be introduced as part of Northern Trains' 'largest ever' fleet investment.

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Emergency Alert System to be tested across the UK this year

The Emergency Alert System will be tested across the UK this year to help prepare for crises similar to Covid-19.

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Cumbrian speed camera van locations revealed for January 17

CUMBRIA Police have revealed their speed camera van locations for Friday, January 17.

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Investment deal talks with Cumbrian construction firm in 'final stage,' say sources

BUSINESS insiders say talks are nearing their “final stage” for a long-term investment deal between Carlisle based Cubby Construction Limited and a firm led by former Stobart Group boss Andrew Tinkler.

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Police investigating 'criminal damage' incident in Longtown

CUMBRIA Police are investigating 'criminal damage' caused to a car in Longtown.

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Rescue teams deployed after reports of small dogs and children 'stuck in mud'

COASTGUARD rescue teams from Whitehaven and Maryport have been deployed after receiving reports of small dogs and children 'stuck in mud' at a harbour. 

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Lake District cottage with ‘stunning’ views joins the market at £1.2 million

Lake District cottage with ‘stunning’ views joins the market at £1.2 million

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Lake District hotel for sale for nearly £4m

Luxury prime Lakeland boutique hotel comes to the market for £3,995,000

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Youtuber shares ‘amazing experience’ of tackling the Cumbrian Way in winter

Youtuber shares ‘amazing experience’ of tackling the Cumbrian Way in Winter

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'Top challenge' in Cumbria puts mental health front and centre

The Gelt Gladiator Challenge will be returning in June for its 10th anniversary, with Mind in Furness named as an official partner.

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West Coast Main Line to close between Preston and Carlisle this weekend

West Coast Main Line passengers are being advised about railway improvements over the next two weekends which see no trains running between Lancaster and Carlisle.

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Mum hit by car 'lucky to be alive' as police hunt driver who fled the scene

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West Cumbrian school rated 'good' in all areas following latest Ofsted inspection

Solway Community School, in Silloth, is 'delighted' to have received a 'good' rating in all areas in its latest Ofsted report.

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City art studio to host event for people who are bad at drawing to share their work

An upcoming event in Carlisle is perfect for anyone who struggles to draw to a stick figure.