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Police warning after spate of metal thefts in Wigton area
A police inspector has warned that metal theft is a big issue affecting the Wigton area – with 15 metal gates weighing nearly one tonne stolen from the former Hopes of Wigton auction site just last month.
Last updated 21 May 2013
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
North Cumbrian village’s post office to close due to changes
A village post office is to close with its owners saying they simply can’t afford to continue.
Last updated 21 May 2013
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Carlisle family’s mission to build lasting legacy
Family and friends of a dad who died from a rare cancer after a 10-year battle hope to help build a lifesaving legacy.
Last updated 21 May 2013
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Plans for one-stop council area using Longtown’s former school site
Plans are gathering pace to transform a redundant former school site.
Last updated 21 May 2013
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Fears lives being put at risk at Carlisle hospital
Patients and staff have spoken of their fears that sub-standard care at Carlisle’s Cumberland Infirmary is putting lives at risk.
Last updated 21 May 2013
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Two-thirds don’t feel safe at Carlisle's Cumberland Infirmary
More than two-thirds of people say they feel unsafe at Carlisle’s crisis-hit Cumberland Infirmary.
Last updated 21 May 2013
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Carlisle council leader vows to safeguard historic pub
A council leader has vowed to keep up his fight to safeguard an historic pub building.
Last updated 17 May 2013
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
'Absurd' to delay appointment of Cumbria council's acting top officer
An acting chief executive of Cumbria County Council has been unanimously appointed – amid calls for her salary to be slashed.
Last updated 17 May 2013
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Cumbria council leader: ‘Cuts are going to happen as the money will not be there’
Cumbria County Council’s new leader admits services may suffer as he is forced to slice spending by another £50m. (1 comment)
Last updated 17 May 2013
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Carlisle schools’ expansion plans collapse due to heavy traffic
Concerns about congestion around two overcrowded schools have led to the dramatic collapse of plans to provide essential extra classrooms.
Last updated 17 May 2013
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Wigton clean-up campaign crew called to action stations
An action team has been formed to clean up problem areas and encourage a feeling of community pride.
Last updated 15 May 2013
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Food bank to open at Wigton church
A food bank distribution centre to help people in crisis will open in Wigton.
Last updated 15 May 2013
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Cumbria police alert for crime gang who carried out rural raids
Mugshots of members of a criminal gang, banned from huge parts of Cumbria, have been issued by police with the plea: “If you see them, call us.”
Last updated 15 May 2013
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Blind woman mugged on Carlisle street tells of her ordeal
A blind woman who was mugged in broad daylight says her attacker was armed – possibly with a knife.
Last updated 15 May 2013
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Action promised to reduce traffic problems at Carlisle schools
Road safety chiefs have promised immediate action to tackle the crisis engulfing two Carlisle primary schools.
Last updated 15 May 2013
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Prison for Cumbrian pair who flouted animal ban
A couple, prosecuted for keeping dozens of dogs and cats in squalid conditions, have been jailed after they flouted a court order that banned them from keeping animals for life.
Last updated 15 May 2013
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
No excuses for poor care found at Carlisle hospital - Government
Government health chiefs say there are no excuses for the shocking scenes inspectors found at Carlisle’s Cumberland Infirmary.
Last updated 15 May 2013
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Cumbrian teenager pushes through pain barrier to raise £6,000
A teenager who refuses to be beaten by a rare disorder is raising money to support medics who have looked after her.
Last updated 10 May 2013
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Cumbrian lord loses tree-felling court case
A landowner who wants to fell trees in a wood on his estate has lost a High Court “common land” fight with Carlisle City Council.
Last updated 10 May 2013
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Night-time resurfacing work on one of Cumbria's busiest roads
Motorists are being warned to expect delays when resurfacing work starts on one of Cumbria’s busiest routes.
Last updated 10 May 2013
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
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