Monday, 12 May 2008

Alice's big day out

Firms moved by 3-year-old Carlisle girl who can't go out in the sun

Postcards from the edge reveal the reality of domestic violence

pcard1mw Postcards designed by Cumbrian youngsters have given a harrowing insight into how domestic violence affects children. You can see some of their designs here

Fiona now has to look at the big picture

Fiona Robson photo Fiona Robson made herself heard loud and clear campaigning to save the Lonsdale Cinema in Carlisle from demolition. Now, as an elected Conservative councillor, she has to fight for the future prosperity of the whole city

Ex-pats

Globe graphic Are you an ex-pat Cumbrian? Tell us where you live, what life's like and leave a message for your friends still here

Family history

Family History Do you need a hand with your family history research? Post your details here and somebody may be able to help you

Win a summer break to Lanarkshire

ptnewlanark If you are looking for something to keep the kids entertained this summer, why not take a short break to Lanarkshire?

Win £500 of solid oak furniture

Dining room set photo We've teamed up with Birketts to bring you a fantastic competition which means you could win £500 worth of solid oak furniture

Letters & Comment

Faster decisions but will they be better?

I am one of the few councillors who spoke strongly against the overwhelming consensus in favour of the agreed change from a committee system to a cabinet system at Eden District Council.

Farming

Medal for supporter of young farmers

jhardymw An enthusiastic supporter of the young farmers movement in Cumbria has been awarded the Blamire Medal.

Carlisle United latest

Leeds skipper: We won’t underestimate Carlisle

Jonathan Douglas photo LEEDS skipper Jonathan Douglas insists the Yorkshire giants won’t be taking Carlisle United for granted at Elland Road on Monday.

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Is it fair that nuisance bikers should have their machines confiscated and crushed?

Yes, they are a menace and problem

No, it's out of all proportion to what their riders have done

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