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Sharon has the time of her life with a perfect proposal
A Cockermouth woman has described the moment she received the perfect marriage proposal.
Last updated 9 August 2012
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Uncle hits the peaks in honour of brave niece Brooke-Lynn Pattinson
A Cockermouth man has climbed three peaks to raise money for the hospital that helped to save the life of his two-year-old niece.
Last updated 9 August 2012
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Dial-a-ride bus service boost for West Cumbrian village
Great Clifton residents who gathered a 200-signature petition after a lifeline bus service was reduced are celebrating the arrival of a dial-a-ride scheme.
Last updated 9 August 2012
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Shouting about famous patron
Maryport's amateur musical group has something to shout about – internationally famous composer Tony Hatch has become its honorary patron.
Last updated 9 August 2012
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Kids set up mum and dad’s wedding for TV
Great Broughton couple Deborah and Edward Farrell have just enjoyed a wedding with a difference – planned down to the last detail by their own children.
Last updated 2 August 2012
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Friends bare all (well, nearly all) for a charity calendar
A group of friends got their kit off for charity in a Calendar Girls style fund-raiser.
Last updated 2 August 2012
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Neolithic finds at Maryport’s Roman dig
Another aspect of Maryport’s history has been uncovered with the discovery of a late Neolithic flint arrowhead at the Camp Farm archaeological dig site.
Last updated 2 August 2012
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Warning after ‘abduction’ bid involving two girls
A Workington mum is warning parents to guard against attempted abductions after her daughters said they were approached by two teenagers who invited them to a car for sweets.
Last updated 2 August 2012
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West Cumbria cinema tales wanted
A Maryport film buff and film maker wants to make a documentary about West Cumbria’s old cinemas.
Last updated 2 August 2012
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Tributes paid to biker killed in Lakes crash
Family and neighbours have paid tribute to Maryport man Christopher Roger Denwood who died when his motorbike crashed near Keswick.
Last updated 2 August 2012
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Tributes to Mayport motorcyclist who died in Lakes smash
The family of a Maryport motorcyclist who died on the A591 near Thirlmere on Saturday have paid tribute to a man who ‘died doing what he loved best’.
Last updated 27 July 2012
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Young film director Lee Rielly has a script for success
A Great Broughton teenager is directing his first feature film.
Last updated 26 July 2012
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Maryport Blues Festival trail is bigger and better than ever
Maryport Blues Festival's trail this weekend is one of the biggest ever in the event's history. (1 comment)
Last updated 26 July 2012
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Fame for people with Olympic torch factor
As the 2012 Olympic Games open in London today, a select group of West Cumbrians have become mini-Olympic celebrities in their own right.
Last updated 26 July 2012
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Olympics beckon for West Cumbrian track official
Brigham woman Jan Lishman will be flying the flag for West Cumbria at the Olympic Games.
Last updated 19 July 2012
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Steel days of Workington are remembered at social event
“It was such a big part of the community”, says 81-year-old Ronald Burrow, who worked at the old steelworks in Workington for more than 30 years.
Last updated 19 July 2012
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Workington housing association has the caring touch, say tenants
A West Cumbrian social landlord is a company that cares, according to three of its tenants.
Last updated 19 July 2012
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Dave still sings the praises of Maryport Blues Festival
Dave Park has steered the Maryport Blues Festival for nearly 12 out of its 14 years – and it all started with a plea to the public to offer a band a home.
Last updated 19 July 2012
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Settling into family fun in Maryport
The Settlement threw a family party for Maryport on Sunday.
Last updated 19 July 2012
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Cockermouth man Malcolm will help make the games happen
A Cockermouth man is ready to meet some of football’s biggest stars when he volunteers at Newcastle’s St James’ Park as part of the Olympics.
Last updated 19 July 2012
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