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Cumbrian landowners and firm to share huge peat bog payout
Plans to make a bog into a conservation area could lead to a multi-million pound windfall for a firm with business interests in Cumbria – but could put dozens of local people out of work.
Last updated 5 February 2010
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
New men appointed to lead Carlisle Youth Zone project
Two new signings will make plans for a £5 million new youth centre in Carlisle a reality in less than a year.
Last updated 5 February 2010
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Pressure mounts on Cumbria university to remove campus parking charges
Pressure is mounting on the University of Cumbria to remove parking charges at one of its campuses amid complaints from residents that they are creating havoc in local streets.
Last updated 5 February 2010
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Railway themed village pub named CAMRA's best of season
The Rose & Crown at Low Hesket – a village pub with a twist – has been named Pub of the Season by the Solway branch of the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA).
Last updated 5 February 2010
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Speed cameras to be installed on A66 road tomorrow
Work to install permanent traffic cameras on the A66 between Keswick and Cockermouth begins tomorrow.
Last updated 5 February 2010
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Wigton rallies to raise £5,000 for Haiti earthquake fund
Wigton residents have rallied round to raise more than £5,000 for survivors of the Haiti earthquake.
Last updated 5 February 2010
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Support growing for Haltwhistle heritage centre
A heritage centre, housing important local documents, artefacts and research materials, could soon be created in Haltwhistle.
Last updated 5 February 2010
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Sprightly Carlisle pensioner's birthday gift for air ambulance
Rock climber and skier Dennis English asked for donations to the Great North Air Ambulance instead of birthday presents. And, as it was his 80th, people were more than happy to oblige.
Last updated 5 February 2010
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Council tax bills in Cumbria to rise by average two per cent from April
Council tax bills in Cumbria will rise by an average of two per cent from April – the lowest increase since the tax was introduced in 1993.
Last updated 5 February 2010
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Lack of bridge closure signs costing us money claims Lake District animal park
A leading Lake District tourist attraction claims it is losing business because highways chiefs have not put up clear diversion signs after a major bridge closure.
Last updated 5 February 2010
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Ex-Cumbria health boss faces disciplinary hearing over race case
A former director of north Cumbria’s hospitals is facing a disciplinary hearing over her role in a high-profile racial discrimination case.
Last updated 5 February 2010
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Cycle group protests at plans for Carlisle’s historic quarter
Carlisle cyclists say plans for the city’s historic quarter need more pedal power.
Last updated 5 February 2010
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Planning go-ahead for social housing near Brampton
A new social housing development near Brampton has been given the go-ahead.
Last updated 5 February 2010
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Dementia support service to open in Brampton
A support service for people with dementia and their carers is to be launched in Brampton this month.
Last updated 5 February 2010
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
RSPCA urges anglers to tidy up after Talkin Tarn swan horror
RSPCA inspectors have urged anglers to clear up lines and hooks after a swan was injured at Talkin Tarn this week.
Last updated 5 February 2010
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Fourth man charged in Cumbria organised crime probe
A fourth man accused of being part of an alleged organised crime network that was targeted by Cumbria detectives has appeared in court.
Last updated 5 February 2010
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Family friend delivers Cumbrian woman's baby on dining room floor
When Chloe Streames went into labour with her second child she thought she had everything planned.
Last updated 5 February 2010
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Cumbrian mum with drink problem punched man in face
A Cumbrian mum with a drink problem who was set to help out in a Bulgarian orphanage has been sent to jail for punching a man on the nose.
Last updated 5 February 2010
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
Carlisle pantomime 'boss' axed after ten year run
The man who brought pantomime to Carlisle’s Sands Centre for the last 10 years has been axed.
Last updated 5 February 2010
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
One hundred years of job centre in Carlisle
A century after Carlisle’s first Labour Exchange opened for business, its modern-day equivalent remains a hive of quiet activity.
Last updated 5 February 2010
Published by http://www.cumberlandnews.co.uk
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