News round up

Carlisle MP John Stevenson to marry in April

John Stevenson photo Carlisle MP John Stevenson and his long-time partner Tracy Nixon will marry in April.

Last updated 1 March 2013
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Carlisle men accused of interfering with badger sett

Three men are to stand trial accused of interfering with a badger sett and taking a badger.

Last updated 1 March 2013
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Cumbrian dairy farmers could stage fresh protests at milk prices

Steve Dunning photo A fresh round of dairy farmer protests against low milk prices could see Cumbrian producers on picket lines within weeks.

Last updated 1 March 2013
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Youngsters' damage threatens future of Longtown site where they hang out

Longtown games area photo Young people are running the risk of losing one of their favourite hangouts because of the way they have been behaving there.

Last updated 22 February 2013
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Big Wig Ball in Carlisle aims to help children with cancer

Big Wig Ball photo Big, bold and beautiful will be the order of the day at a ball to help children with cancer.

Last updated 22 February 2013
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New Wigton scheme aims to meet sheltered housing need

Wigton garage photo The prospect of a 77-person care home is on the horizon for Wigton as a company aims to meet housing needs.

Last updated 22 February 2013
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Cumbria man honoured as fish farming's founding father

Paul Irving photo A north Cumbrian man has been recognised as being a pioneering figure in the Scottish fish farming industry.

Last updated 22 February 2013
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Carlisle householders sick of dog dirt scourge

Caarlisle dog dirt complaint couple photo Residents of a Carlisle street say they are sick of irresponsible dog owners who are not cleaning up after their pets.

Last updated 22 February 2013
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Council raises thousands of pounds to create BMX track in Longtown

Val Tarbitt photo Arthuret Parish Council has raised almost £10,000 to help create a BMX track for its area’s young people.

Last updated 22 February 2013
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Cumbrian care home manager stole pensioner's cash

A care home manager who defrauded a 74-year-old man out of £2,400 is to be sentenced by a crown court judge.

Last updated 22 February 2013
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Everyday stable chore turned to near-death nightmare for Cumbrian horse trainer

Jane Woolley photo A horse breeder and trainer is lucky to be alive after a freak accident in which a stallion stamped on her chest four times.

Last updated 22 February 2013
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Legal action against Carlisle Airport redevelopment due to start within days

Gordon Brown photo A legal challenge to the redevelopment of Carlisle Airport is expected to begin within days.

Last updated 22 February 2013
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Council outlines action plan to give Carlisle ‘sense of direction’

Joe Hendry photo An action plan to boost technology, enhance the arts, improve sports facilities and clamp down on ‘environment criminals’ has been revealed.

Last updated 15 February 2013
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Plans for new development on Carlisle estate

Plans for the £1 million transformation of a former sheltered housing complex will be lodged within weeks.

Last updated 15 February 2013
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High hopes Brampton's White Lion pub can be roaring success again

Brampton pub photo Regulars and community leaders are pleased the new woman in charge of a pub with a chequered history is ready to restore it to glory.

Last updated 15 February 2013
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Let’s make Cumbria Day an annual event

Campbell-Savours at Cumbria Day photo It is hoped that Cumbria Day – which showcased the county in London – will become an annual event.

Last updated 15 February 2013
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Carlisle 'bypass' cutting congestion through city

Carlisle CNDR photo Three million fewer journeys have been made along Carlisle’s busiest road since the city’s congestion-cutting western bypass opened. (17 comments)