Thursday, 11 March 2010

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Cumbrian ambulance service workers sacked for refusing to carry old woman downstairs

Two ambulance workers have been sacked for refusing to carry an elderly woman down the stairs of her home before transporting her to a hospice.

Last updated 11 March 2010
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Dalston man admitted handling drugs

A man who was found to have cannabis in his home and handled cocaine has admitted possessing both drugs.

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More alleygates to be installed to cut Carlisle crime

Another batch of alleygates has been approved in Carlisle in a bid to cut crime and anti-social behaviour.

Last updated 11 March 2010
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Safety warning ahead of Uppies and Downies easter games series

Workington's traditional Uppies and Downies game will not be affected by the bridge closures following November’s floods.

Last updated 11 March 2010
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Hundreds due to take part in Carlisle torchlight procession

Hundreds are expected to take part in a torchlight procession through Carlisle this weekend to celebrate lighting up Hadrian’s Wall.

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Cumbria police one of UK's best performing forces - report

Crime rates in Cumbria continue to be some of the UK’s lowest – with the county’s constabulary ranking among the best performing forces.

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West Cumbrian centre for abused kids to close

A Whitehaven centre for abused children is to close at the end of the month.

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Cumbrian farmer who neglected 67 dogs spared jail

A farmer who kept 67 dogs in filthy conditions at his property near Penrith has avoided a jail term.

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Police to crack down on trouble in Carlisle's pubs and clubs

Police are aiming to crack down on trouble in Carlisle’s pubs, clubs and bars by working closely with the licensees to stamp out problems.

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Carlisle traffic island to stay despite danger claims

A controversial new traffic island in Orton Road, Carlisle, will stay in place until November at least.

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Carlisle taxi man launches campaign over smoking laws

A Carlisle taxi driver who was fined £200 for having a cigarette in his cab has launched a campaign against “unfair” smoking laws.

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Cumbria council agrees to fund school traffic patrol officers

Cumbria councillors have approved plans for traffic wardens to patrol outside schools in Carlisle to curb irresponsible parking.

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Man 'went beyond self-defence' in attack on Carlisle girlfriend - court

A man who kicked his girlfriend in retaliation after she attacked him has been told he is not likely to go to prison.

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Firefighters tackle blaze at west Cumbria house

Firefighters tackled a blaze in a house at Newlands Gardens, Workington, last night.

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Cumbrian judge rejects top golf star's bid to reopen speeding case

Celebrity lawyer Nick Freeman appeared in court in Penrith in an attempt to reopen the case of golfer Colin Montgomerie, who was convicted of speeding in Cumbria last year.

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Carlisle Utd fans wearing fake gear will be barred from Wembley final

Carlisle United fans who risk going to see their team play at Wembley with counterfeit goods could be forced to hand them over, club officials have warned.

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Driver doing 115mph through M6 speed cameras near Carlisle escapes fine

Speeding drivers have been clocked going as fast as 115mph through a stretch of M6 roadworks that have caught out more than 5,500 motorists.

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Woman covered in paint in Carlisle bus stop attack filmed on mobile

A woman was left covered in paint in Carlisle city centre following an assault that was filmed by a man with her attacker.

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Emotional tribute to Cumbrian cancer dad, 32

Emotional tributes have been paid to a father-of-three who lost his battle with cancer this week aged 32.

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Man begged woman in Cumbrian toy shop to flash her breasts

A man has appeared in court for sexually assaulting a woman in a Penrith toy shop.

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