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Plans to make parts of Workington eco-friendly
PLANS are in the pipeline to make parts of Workington eco-neighbourhoods to reduce fuel bills and make them greener.
Last updated 19 August 2010
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Keswick gardens beat the weather to bloom in prize-winning style
EVEN torrential rain and a spring drought could not deter keen gardeners Dennis and Margaret Coope, of Lonsties, Keswick, from producing a stunning and immaculate garden to brighten up even the dreariest of summer days.
Last updated 19 August 2010
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Maryport Fake festival proves a success
Maryport's first ‘fake’ festival has been hailed as a resounding success.
Last updated 19 August 2010
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Cricketer David Lloyd visits to support Workington club’s flood fund
FORMER England cricketer David Lloyd will visit Workington next month in aid of the Cockermouth Cricket Club Flood Fund.
Last updated 19 August 2010
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Maryport council washes hands of Fleming Square
MARYPORT Town Council has washed its hands of the upkeep of the town’s historic Fleming Square.
Last updated 19 August 2010
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Maryport play area future still in doubt
MARYPORT Town Council has been invited to buy the Shiver Me Timbers playground for £75,000. (1 comment)
Last updated 19 August 2010
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Workington care home holds on to ‘excellence’ rating
RESIDENTS and staff at a Harrington care home raised their glasses on Tuesday to celebrate keeping their “excellent” status after a recent inspection.
Last updated 19 August 2010
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High deposits hit first-time homes buyers
RECENT proposals for large-scale housing developments in Maryport and Cockermouth promise to bring some affordable housing, but the need for big deposits is squeezing first-time buyers out of the market.
Last updated 19 August 2010
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Children in Need talks for Cockermouth floods anniversary
CHILDREN in Need could be broadcast from Cockermouth in November to mark the anniversary of the floods. (1 comment)
Last updated 19 August 2010
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Maryport homes plan meets with opposition
CONTROVERSIAL plans to build up to 200 homes in Maryport have left residents “horrified,” they said.
Last updated 19 August 2010
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Petition against new Cockermouth homes plan
MORE than 170 people have signed a petition opposing plans for a 29-home housing estate next to Cockermouth Rugby Club. (1 comment)
Last updated 19 August 2010
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West Cumbrian firm fined £15,000 after worker impaled
A WORKINGTON company has been fined £15,000 after a steel cable impaled a worker.
Last updated 19 August 2010
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Workington Asda on track for store opening
WORK is continuing to develop part of Workington’s Dunmail Park into an Asda superstore, due to open in mid-October.
Last updated 19 August 2010
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Body found on Blencathra by mountain rescuers
MOUNTAIN rescue teams searching for a 51-year old man from Nottingham lost on Blencathra have found a body on the fells.
Last updated 19 August 2010
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VIDEOS ADDED:West Cumbrian music festival banishes the rain
The sun is welcoming in music festival Beck Fest at the White Mare Hotel in Beckermet this weekend. (7 comments)
Last updated 18 August 2010
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Four arrested after West Cumbrian police raid nets drugs and £30,000
FOUR men have been arrested in Birkby after police found white powder, believed to be class B drugs, and £30,000 cash in a house.
Last updated 17 August 2010
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Mawbray pub caravan park plans get the go-ahead despite opposition
CONTROVERSIAL plans for a caravan site at Mawbray, have been approved despite vocal opposition from residents. (8 comments)
Last updated 14 August 2010
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Fitter to open Cockermouth kitchen shop
A KITCHEN fitter is to open a shop on Market Place, Cockermouth, in September.
Last updated 13 August 2010
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Artists from Workington and Maryport have work chosen for Solfest
THREE artists have had their work chosen to be displayed on the bar stage at this year’s Solfest music festival.
Last updated 13 August 2010
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Cumbrian community projects to benefit from Euro cash
CUMBRIAN community projects are to benefit from £120,000 of European funding.
Last updated 13 August 2010
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