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Landlord follows in the family footsteps to take on Workington pub
A WORKINGTON pub has a new landlord, who is following in his family’s footsteps.
Last updated 5 August 2010
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Therapists in Cockermouth get £10,000 to keep helping flood victims
A THERAPY group in Cockermouth has been given £10,000 from Cumbria’s flood recovery fund to continue its popular sessions until November 2011.
Last updated 5 August 2010
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Keswick B&B couple have a brolly good opening
A KESWICK bed and breakfast which was flooded in November reopened this week and marked the occasion with umbrellas for its first 30 guests.
Last updated 5 August 2010
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Workington Bridge looks set to stay standing
WORKINGTON Bridge is now more likely to remain standing than to collapse.
Last updated 5 August 2010
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Cockermouth gyms marks its 20th anniversary
A COCKERMOUTH gym has celebrated its 20th anniversary.
Last updated 5 August 2010
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Main Workington route faces six weeks of roadworks
AS MAJOR roadworks continue in Harrington, resurfacing is to begin on one of the busiest routes into Workington on Monday. (1 comment)
Last updated 5 August 2010
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Survey shows up Roman remains near Cockermouth and Papcastle
AN ARCHAEOLOGICAL survey has revealed new evidence of a Romano-British settlement in Papcastle and Cockermouth.
Last updated 5 August 2010
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Workington social networkers get the chance to Tweet Up
WEST Cumbria’s first ‘Tweet Up’ social gathering will be held in Workington on Wednesday.
Last updated 5 August 2010
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Police hunt victim of West Cumbrian assault
POLICE are trying to trace a woman who was assaulted at 5.50pm on Wednesday on the A595 at Lillyhall.
Last updated 5 August 2010
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Cumbrian child porn vicar spared jail
A West Cumbrian former vicar has been sentenced for downloading indecent images of children from the internet.
Last updated 4 August 2010
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Workington to stage classical music festival
A two-day light classical music festival will be held in Workington in September. (3 comments)
Last updated 30 July 2010
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Dearham Carnival honours marshal Ronnie Bell
The 25th Dearham Carnival was an extra special event for marshal Ronnie Bell.
Last updated 30 July 2010
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Hundreds attend Cockermouth outdoor show
MORE than 400 people saw a spectacular outdoor show in Cockermouth on Tuesday.
Last updated 30 July 2010
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Workington Vulcan Park is one of the best in Britain
WORKINGTON’S Vulcan Park has been awarded a Green Flag for the second year running, making it one of the country’s best parks.
Last updated 30 July 2010
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Harrington arts group’s fury over decision to sell infant school
A GROUP of campaigners who want to turn the old Harrington Infant School into an arts and heritage centre have been left frustrated and angry after the county council decided to auction off the building before they could get funding together. (1 comment)
Last updated 30 July 2010
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Workington picnic area bid sparks fears of ‘undesirables’
MORE Workington residents have voiced their opposition to plans to turn a hard-standing area near Barker Crossing into a permanent car park and picnic area. (2 comments)
Last updated 30 July 2010
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Blues festival will aim to cut future costs but not quality
ORGANISERS of this year’s Maryport Blues Festival have pledged to continue with the event but have warned that they need to cut costs. (2 comments)
Last updated 30 July 2010
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Workington car firm's £180,000 expansion
A WORKINGTON car showroom is undergoing a £180,000 expansion.
Last updated 30 July 2010
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West Cumbria Learning Centre out of special measures
THE West Cumbria Learning Centre has come out of special measures following a satisfactory Ofsted report.
Last updated 30 July 2010
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Nine arrests but little trouble at Maryport Blues Festival
NINE people were arrested in Maryport during the blues festival, which police said was generally trouble free.
Last updated 30 July 2010
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