Friday, 03 September 2010

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Truants targeted as Cumbrian children go back to school

Stephen Mason photo The new school year starts on Monday so it’s back to school for some 68,000 Cumbrian youngsters. Or that’s the theory. The reality is somewhat different.

Last updated 3 September 2010
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Should Carlisle's shops open late every night?

This Sunday was the busiest of the year so far for Carlisle city centre, with more than 20,000 people passing through The Lanes shopping centre. (3 comments)

Last updated 2 September 2010
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Climate change: It’s all about adapting to the extremes

There’s not much you can’t tell people living in Cumbria about extreme weather conditions.

Last updated 1 September 2010
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Carlisle folk reaping the benefits of financial help

Sometimes the work involved is enough to put people off – the endless questions and frustrating form-filling at times when you may be feeling your worst.

Last updated 31 August 2010
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We owe so much to Sir Bobby Robson

Former England manager Sir Bobby Robson fought cancer an incredible five times. Through his repeated battles with the disease, he showed the same courage and determination that took him to the top in football.

Last updated 30 August 2010
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Willie Whitelaw still making headlines - years after his death

Even now – 11 years after his death – Willie Whitelaw remains regarded as Cumbria’s greatest-ever statesman.

Last updated 28 August 2010
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Campaign launched to cut carnage on Cumbria's roads

The scene is one of nightmares: the crunch of shattered glass under foot, the twisted metal, the horror of flesh against steel as the reality of the frailness of the human body at high speed becomes apparent.

Last updated 26 August 2010
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Cumbria's Roman history washed to the surface by floods

The deluge that struck the county last November washed away so many precious things – the rebuilding of lives still goes on in its wake.

Last updated 25 August 2010
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Twelve admitted to Cumbrian hospital after taking 'legal high' Ivory Wave

It’s funny, what people will put up with in the name of pleasure. From smokers to bikers, they’ll risk their whole lives for an everyday rush. (9 comments)

Last updated 24 August 2010
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Silloth GP must make £22 million budget go a long way

Born and bred in Aspatria, Darren Hymers cares about his local community. Having worked as a GP in Silloth since qualifying, he has become a familiar face for many families in the area and loves that side of his job.

Last updated 23 August 2010
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One year on: Is this justice for Lockerbie victims?

When he landed in Tripoli amid jubilant scenes and widespread condemnation his prognosis was just three months. Those who released him said he had gone home to die. (9 comments)

Last updated 19 August 2010
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Radio Cumbria presenter on her brave battle against breast cancer

You could forgive Val for feeling a bit sorry for herself. A bit down.

Last updated 18 August 2010
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Cumbrian blokes climbing back in the saddle again

The golf clubs are gathering dust under the stairs, the sports car brochures are in the recycling bin, and the designer shades have been ditched for a rather less fetching pair of fly-spattered goggles.

Last updated 17 August 2010
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Clearing the way ahead to university

Apprehension is building in homes across Cumbria where, for many sixth formers and students, Thursday will be life changing.

Last updated 16 August 2010
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Busy life on the road for Gerry Cottle's travelling circus

It has not been a good week for circuses with pictures of boxing bears and tigers riding horses in China leaking out to universal condemnation.

Last updated 13 August 2010
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Rough justice for Cumbria's at risk children

A court system designed to protect our most vulnerable youngsters is so confused that it is leaving many of them at risk, according to a children’s charity.

Last updated 12 August 2010
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Stalkers do not just exist in Hollywood

Last month, Hollywood star Jennifer Aniston had a restraining order issued against 24-year-old Jayson Peyton.

Last updated 11 August 2010
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Cumbria Law Centre going from strength to strength

Summoning the courage to make that first critical call can sometimes be the hardest part of all.

Last updated 10 August 2010
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Coming to terms with the trauma of Derrick Bird's killing spree

Derrick Bird’s murderous legacy stretches far beyond the 12 people he killed during his horrific shooting spree.

Last updated 9 August 2010
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Excitement mounts as new football season looms

As any football fan will tell you, the last three months have been difficult.

Last updated 7 August 2010
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