News round up

New High Sheriff of Cumbria installed

Cumbria sheriff photo An historic ceremony was a “bitter-sweet occasion” as Cumbria bid farewell to many of its dignitaries.

Last updated 3 April 2013
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Cumbria hospitals takeover 'a lesson in how not to do it' - MP

ptstevensonMP The long-delayed acquisition of north Cumbria’s troubled hospitals is a lesson in what not to do, an MP has claimed.

Last updated 3 April 2013
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Wetheral villagers form action group to protest against new homes

Wetheral houses graphic Residents have rallied to protest against new homes planned for their village.

Last updated 3 April 2013
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Campaign needed to address north Cumbrian community's road concerns

A popular solution to traffic problems on two busy roads isn’t possible, but a new campaign could address community concerns.

Last updated 3 April 2013
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Longer opening hours as Carlisle Youth Zone grows in popularity

Carlisle youth zone photo The success of a youth complex has prompted organisers to extend its opening hours and introduce new activities.

Last updated 3 April 2013
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North Cumbrian knitters help build African school

School knitters photo Primary pupils are bearing gifts for children in one of the world’s poorest countries.

Last updated 3 April 2013
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Big bill for urgent repairs to Cumbrian town's historic hall

David Moorat photo An historic landmark is facing an estimated repair bill of almost £100,000.

Last updated 29 March 2013
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Parking crackdown at Cumbrian school after boy injured

policenelsmw Police have been monitoring traffic outside a secondary school, after accusations thoughtless parents were endangering student’s lives. (2 comments)

Last updated 29 March 2013
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4G broadband boost for rural Cumbria

John Grainger photo An investment chief says the roll-out of superfast broadband to a remote part of Cumbria is “great progress”.

Last updated 26 March 2013
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Fly-tippers taken to court by Carlisle council

Elsie Martlew photo A string of fly-tippers have been prosecuted for illegally dumping waste.

Last updated 26 March 2013
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Plans for new £500,000 shared centre in Penrith for rescue teams

Plans are being drawn up for a new £500,000 rescue centre from where emergency operations will be co-ordinated.

Last updated 26 March 2013
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All staff now under one roof at Carlisle Crematorium

A new Carlisle Crematorium annexe, which brings together all cemetery and crematorium staff into the same building for the first time, has opened to the public.

Last updated 25 March 2013
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Cumbrians’ 2,400-mile trek to crack last great polar challenge

Antarctica expedition team photo Two Cumbrian explorers have set off an expedition across Antarctica braving temperatures of -90 degrees and near permanent darkness.

Last updated 22 March 2013
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Speed limits to be cut on rat-runs feeding Carlisle bypass

CNDR view photo Speed limits on three roads being used as rat-runs near Carlisle’s western bypass are being reduced to improve safety.

Last updated 22 March 2013
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Carlisle's Hollywood 'insider' shares film experiences with media students

Mally Chung photo Tricks of the trade were revealed to enthusiastic media students by a film industry expert who’s worked on a series of blockbusters.