News at a glance
BAE Systems Barrow built Astute in battle with USS New Mexico
A BARROW-BUILT submarine battled against an American vessel in a series of underwater war games.
Last updated 10 February 2012
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Cold weather puts hospital staff under ‘extreme pressure’ as accidents soar
HOSPITAL staff were under “extreme pressure” as patients injured in accidents in the icy weather flooded emergency wards.
Last updated 10 February 2012
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Gritters work overnight trying to tame Cumbrian roads
WEATHER conditions conspired to create a “perfect storm” for dangerous roads yesterday, Cumbria County Council said.
Last updated 10 February 2012
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Ice causes treacherous conditions for Cumbria
CRASHES littered Cumbrian roads as they turned to ice rinks in freezing conditions.
Last updated 10 February 2012
Published by http://www.walneylocal.co.uk
Top Cumbria police role at risk from politics
POLITICS could overshadow policing when new commissioners are elected this year, according to police groups.
Last updated 10 February 2012
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Row deepens over underground Cumbria nuclear store
A CONSULTATION which will determine if West Cumbria takes part in a search for the location of an underground store for the UK’s nuclear waste is drawing to a close. WILL METCALFE examines some of the wider issues surrounding the proposed facility
Last updated 10 February 2012
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Furness to play ‘big part’ in renewable energy plans
FURNESS will continue to be a world leader in the offshore energy industry.
Last updated 10 February 2012
Published by http://www.walneylocal.co.uk
Tooth decay back on health agenda
EXTRA cash is being ploughed into dental care for children in a bid to tackle high rates of tooth decay in Barrow and South Lakeland.
Last updated 10 February 2012
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Disabilities no barrier for trainee disco DJs
ASPIRING disc jockeys are busy mastering their skills behind the decks to play at a disco for adults with learning difficulties.
Last updated 10 February 2012
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Human remains found on Cumbria beach - identified
HUMAN remains found on a beach near Bootle in Cumbria have been identified - more than 11 years after they were discovered.
Last updated 10 February 2012
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New South Lakes housing would be backed by head
THE future of a village school could be strengthened by proposals to build 52 new homes.
Last updated 10 February 2012
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100 Cumbria County Council jobs under threat
A FURTHER hundred posts could go after Cumbria County Council revealed its draft budget for the next year.
Last updated 10 February 2012
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Cumbria child obesity slims down
TACKLING childhood obesity remains a top priority for health chiefs in South Cumbria – despite a small decrease in levels.
Last updated 10 February 2012
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Bus pass scheme ‘ripping off’ Cumbria OAPs
PENSIONERS are being ‘ripped off’ by council bosses, who are charging them for lost or stolen bus passes, it has been claimed.
Last updated 10 February 2012
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Ulverston Tesco worker stole £3,000 from store
A SUPERMARKET worker was caught stealing £3,000 from his employer – while attempting to replace it.
Last updated 10 February 2012
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Turbine danger concerns
FEARS low-flying aircraft could be affected by a towering turbine could lead to plans for the structure being knocked back.
Last updated 10 February 2012
Published by http://www.walneylocal.co.uk
Town bucks shops trend with fall in empty stores
BARROW town centre is bucking the national trend with its lowest number of empty shops for four years.
Last updated 10 February 2012
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Firm set to create 80 windfarm jobs
AN ENERGY company is set to create up to 80 jobs in Barrow.
Last updated 10 February 2012
Published by http://www.walneylocal.co.uk
Barrow Gran ‘insulted’ by grave vandals’ apology
TWO seven-year-old boys were responsible for defacing graves at Barrow cemetery.
Last updated 10 February 2012
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Plan for 27 South Lakes homes warmly welcomed
A BATCH of new homes allocated to a South Lakeland village have been welcomed with open arms.
Last updated 10 February 2012
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