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Panel chairman to stay on despite complaints
An Allerdale council panel chairman says he will not step down after a heated meeting over controversial plans to build 114 homes in Dearham.
Last updated 24 May 2013
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Giving students the chance to learn in a new way
As work progresses on Cumbria’s first university technical college, Rob Rimmer, of the college’s board, tells us about its vision and the opportunities it will bring for young people in West Cumbria.
Last updated 24 May 2013
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Paranormal hunt at Workington theatre
One of Workington’s most iconic buildings will be subject to a spooky investigation this weekend.
Last updated 24 May 2013
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Jail for West Cumbria bottle attack man
A Workington man has been jailed over a bottle attack which left another man with a fractured skull.
Last updated 24 May 2013
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Two men deny data protection charges
A West Cumbrian detective and a retired police inspector have denied data protection offences.
Last updated 24 May 2013
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Lawyers team up for a new online venture
Two West Cumbrian lawyers have left a Workington law firm to become consultants to an internet-based company.
Last updated 24 May 2013
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Your chance to help shape town’s new £9m leisure centre
A planned new £9 million leisure centre in Workington could feature a climbing wall, spa and cafe, it has been revealed.
Last updated 24 May 2013
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Workington's Body Shop will close on June 8
The Body Shop in Workington will close next month after more than a decade of town centre trading.
Last updated 24 May 2013
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Crisis point at Maryport dock as cash pot runs dry
Maryport's Elizabeth Dock is under threat because there is no money left to maintain it.
Last updated 24 May 2013
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Cockermouth Carnival cancelled
This year’s Cockermouth carnival has been cancelled – for only the second time in the event’s 118-year history.
Last updated 24 May 2013
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West Cumbria's COSC group is switched on to solar panels
Power bills could be a thing of the past for a Maryport organisation which supports the disabled.
Last updated 24 May 2013
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Tour of Britain to include Aspatria
The mayor of Aspatria has welcomed news that the Tour of Britain will pass through the town. (1 comment)
Last updated 24 May 2013
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Residents launch group to fight Strawberry How plan
A group has been set up to oppose the building of up to 400 homes off Strawberry How Road in Cockermouth.
Last updated 24 May 2013
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Bid to rebuild West Cumbria fire garage
A Cockermouth service station that was destroyed by fire in February could be reopened by the end of the year.
Last updated 24 May 2013
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HAVE YOUR SAY: Electricity bill discount for neighbours of turbines
Residents close to a wind farm at Tallentire, near Cockermouth, are to get money off their electricity bills.
Last updated 24 May 2013
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Last updated 21 May 2013
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Farmer keeps 260ft turbine bid in motion with appeal
A prominent Cockermouth farmer is pursuing his plan for a 260ft wind turbine on his land because of a commitment to renewable energy. (3 comments)
Last updated 17 May 2013
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Workington arson victim fears mistaken identity
A Workington man whose car was torched as his granddaughter slept feet away fears he was targeted after being mistaken for a man accused of child porn offences.
Last updated 17 May 2013
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June 11 launch for West Cumbria flood defences
Cockermouth's £4.4 million flood defence scheme will be officially opened on June 11.
Last updated 17 May 2013
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Workington store closing
A Workington bargain store will close next week, with the loss of seven jobs. (2 comments)
Last updated 17 May 2013
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