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Salute for Workington firefighter after tumour battle

godonb 0504 More than 300 people paid their respects to a Workington firefighter.

Last updated 5 April 2013
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Workington teen hopes to break back into sport he loves

neckbreak 0504 A teenager who was inches from death after breaking his neck playing rugby hopes he may one day return to the sport he loves. (1 comment)

Last updated 5 April 2013
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New line-up for Maryport harbour board confirmed

harbour 0504 Three new people have been appointed to help secure the future prosperity of Maryport Harbour.

Last updated 5 April 2013
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Workington Uppies and Downies ball in memory of Alan

uppiesfront0504 It has been 40 years since Alan Abraham played a vital role in securing a series win for the Downies – and tomorrow his grandson will throw the ball off in his memory.

Last updated 5 April 2013
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Former town band man plays key part in major contest

bandman2903 A man who played in Workington’s former town band is chief supervisor at the National Band Championships in Australia.

Last updated 29 March 2013
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Susan answers RAFA branch mayday

rafasusan 2903 Meet the woman who has helped to save the Cockermouth branch of the Royal Air Forces Association from closure.

Last updated 29 March 2013
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Megan surprised with dream scooter thanks to motors group staff

megansscooter2903 Workers at a Cockermouth garage each donated an hour’s wages to enable them to buy a mobility scooter for disabled town girl Megan White.

Last updated 29 March 2013
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Obituary - Ken Bainbridge, of Little Broughton

kenbain 2903 The landlord of the Sun Dial Inn in Little Broughton for 40 years has died aged 78.

Last updated 29 March 2013
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Honister Slate Mine boss Mark Weir's death an accident - inquest

The partner of tragic slate mine boss Mark Weir has revealed how he saved her life as his helicopter plunged towards the ground in an earlier near miss.

Last updated 26 March 2013
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Maggi’s online book opens new chapter in style advice

maggiebook2203 A Cockermouth stylist and author is on a mission to make women embrace their body shape and feel good about themselves.

Last updated 22 March 2013
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Obituary - Dr Archie Rankin, of Aspatria

Retired Aspatria GP Dr Archie Rankin has died at the age of 85.

Last updated 22 March 2013
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Hunt theme outfit wins fashion award

coatwoman 2203 A Keswick woman has won a tailoring award for her outfit inspired by the Blencathra Hunt.

Last updated 22 March 2013
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Inquest date set for Honister Slate Mine boss Mark Weir’s death

Mark Weir photo An inquest into the death of Honister Slate Mine boss Mark Weir will be held on March 25.

Last updated 15 March 2013
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Tributes paid after ‘lovely’ Michael, 52, found dead

MichaelAinsworth1503 Friends and neighbours have paid tribute to a well-liked man found dead in Workington.

Last updated 15 March 2013
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Uppies and Downies will help tackle Ana’s plight

anastasia1503 A Maryport teenager who is in desperate need of an electric wheelchair will be one of the causes championed by this year’s Uppies and Downies series in Workington.

Last updated 15 March 2013
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COSC celebrates its 30th birthday

cosc4 1503 A club that helps people with physical and mental disabilities celebrated its 30th anniversary this week. (2 comments)

Last updated 15 March 2013
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Harbour festival weekend is set to make waves

wishboneash0803 A trawler race, fairground and a musical line-up which includes local artists and top rockers are set to guarantee a successful Maryport Harbour Festival this spring.

Last updated 8 March 2013
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Soul nights are proving a success as friends reunite

soulevent0803 Three friends are rolling back the years with a series of soulful music nights in Workington – and the next one is coming up in two weeks.

Last updated 8 March 2013
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Titans clash in the ring for Emily Shutt

newTitanspic0803 Generous boxers will go glove-to-glove in a charity fight night tomorrow to raise money for a three-year-old Workington girl battling leukaemia.