Friday, 03 September 2010

Letters and columns

Robbie Williams is not vital

How disappointing to hear that Robbie Williams has rejoined Take That.

Last updated 3 September 2010
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Daylight robbery to park at store

I was stung with a parking fine from the Maryport Co-op car park on August 3 (News & Star, August 27).

Last updated 3 September 2010
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I tried to bring civilisation to a Carlisle evening

Sitting gingerly on rickety metal chairs, surrounded by sale-priced potted lilies, box trees and hydrangeas, we were shivering in a chill breeze and sipping what passed (but only just) for cocktails.

Last updated 3 September 2010
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Playing to our area’s strengths

A double dose of good news is a timely boost for west Cumbria’s economy.

Last updated 3 September 2010
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Fancy a spot of duvet wrestling?

I cannot believe the fuss being made about the woman who has invented a new way of fitting a duvet into a cover.

Last updated 2 September 2010
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Flying into trouble

There are sayings such as ‘measure twice, cut once’ and ‘don’t take anything for granted’.

Last updated 2 September 2010
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Beware what you feed children’s brains

We are regularly being warned about fears for our children’s health.

Last updated 2 September 2010
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Oops!, a tale by Gordon Brown

If you were going to write your autobiography, what would you call it?

Last updated 2 September 2010
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Rae cares – just as much as Diana

This week marked the anniversary of the death of Princess Diana. Hearing the news of her death has turned into one of those “where were you when...” moments.

Last updated 2 September 2010
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Put councillor silence under scrutiny

In answer to a senior Copeland councillor (Coun Moore) who has called for an inquiry by the scrutiny committee into the under-writing of £125 for Whitehaven Rugby League Club, why was he silent on the £10,000 spent on Blackberry phones for himself and other councillors?

Last updated 2 September 2010
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Tribute to remarkable soldier

A military funeral attended by 600 mourners in Carlisle’s majestic cathedral – young soldier Darren Simon Foster was honoured with the dignity and pride to which he was due.

Last updated 2 September 2010
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Quiet? It’s a holiday!

There’s nothing like a quiet bank holiday but these days there really is no such thing as a quiet bank holiday.

Last updated 1 September 2010
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Last to finish but so proud

I was the last one to finish in the Carlisle 10k run in a time of two hours and 15 minutes but this was academic as my aim was to complete the race.

Last updated 1 September 2010
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Casualties of politics continue

It’s tempting to feel sorry for Gordon Brown. One by one his old friends and colleagues are emerging from post-government woodwork to turn on him.

Last updated 1 September 2010
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Don’t let Big Brother return

Ultimate Big Brother is surely the stuff of nightmares. Just when we thought we’d seen the back of this past-its-peak, pointless programme it goes and morphs into a mutant version of itself with all the freaks and crazies from past shows thrown together for one last hurrah.

Last updated 31 August 2010
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Just tell us where to catch the bus

Well done Cumbria County Council, you have managed to save money on some of your subsidised bus routes, the 71 route Silloth/Anthorn to Carlisle being one of these.

Last updated 31 August 2010
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Workers have few rights

I'm a construction worker living and working in Carlisle and I am growing more and more concerned about the lack of long term employment in the area, although I dare say this problem is not limited to this area or industry.

Last updated 31 August 2010
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Children deserve best start

There are few more rewarding – or challenging – jobs than that of parent.

Last updated 31 August 2010
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Nice picture David, but it isn’t this easy for all dads

Dads and babies used to be considered an uncomfortable, even unnecessary mix. Desirable – but only in small doses.

Last updated 31 August 2010
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Dressed for success in a suit

Sir Alex Ferguson. Arsene Wenger. Jose Mourinho. Rafael Benitez. The most successful recent managers in British football.

Last updated 30 August 2010
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