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Call for action on West Cumbrian footpaths

footpaths Problems with Cockermouth’s footpaths will be raised with the county council this month.

Last updated 2 February 2012
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‘We will not be moved’ say Seaton allotment holders

Seaton allotment holders will fight against a planned eviction that could happen at their plots on Saturday.

Last updated 2 February 2012
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Petition plea for a safer Cockermouth crossing

A petition has been launched calling for better pedestrian crossing facilities at the junction of Cockermouth’s Lorton and Station streets.

Last updated 2 February 2012
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‘Wartime spirit’ of West Cumbrian flood group praised

A leading member of Cockermouth’s flood action group praised the town’s “wartime spirit” as the town’s Gote Road flood defence scheme goes up for a national award.

Last updated 2 February 2012
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New Workington music festival launched

A new music festival has been launched in Workington.

Last updated 2 February 2012
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No main marquee at Maryport Blues Festival

Maryport Blues Festival will go ahead this year – but without the main marquee. (8 comments)

Last updated 2 February 2012
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Students to recreate last meal from tragic Titanic

People in West Cumbria will have a chance to sample the same menu as that served to first-class passengers on the ill-fated Titanic next month.

Last updated 2 February 2012
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Stars are coming to a village hall near you

An arts organisation is bringing people closer together in villages across the area.

Last updated 26 January 2012
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Appeal for photographs of River Derwent before flood

A Cockermouth flood victim is appealing to anyone with images of the River Derwent in the town from the 1990s to get in touch to help his campaign. (11 comments)

Last updated 26 January 2012
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Blockbuster year for West Cumbria film club

Cockermouth Film Club is celebrating its first anniversary this month.

Last updated 26 January 2012
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Silver brooch is treasure

A 13th century silver brooch found near Cockermouth was declared as treasure this week.

Last updated 26 January 2012
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Big debate on nuclear waste store gets under way

Dozens of people aired their views about proposals for an underground repository for radioactive waste in West Cumbria this week.

Last updated 26 January 2012
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West Cumbrian village plans diamond jubilee knees-up

A West Cumbria village will hold an auction to raise money for its Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebration.

Last updated 26 January 2012
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Lizards hibernating on new West Cumbria fire station site

Lizards have been found on the site of the new Workington fire station. (4 comments)

Last updated 26 January 2012
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Workington bridge shortlisted for engineering award

Workington's striking Navvies Bridge has been shortlisted for a top engineering award. (1 comment)

Last updated 26 January 2012
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Maryport gears up for Titanic anniversary

Maryport is looking forward to a titanic 2012. (5 comments)

Last updated 26 January 2012
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John Hurt at Cumbria film festival

Oscar-nominated actor John Hurt will be the main attraction at this year’s Keswick Film Festival. (1 comment)

Last updated 19 January 2012
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The West Cumbrian heroes of the high seas

A group of volunteers who sacrifice their time and risk their lives to keep the waters off West Cumbria safe for all have told how the adrenaline rush, a love of the sea and above all the camaraderie keeps them dedicated.

Last updated 19 January 2012
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Film fans flock to West Cumbrian premiere

West Cumbrian film fans turned out in force to support the premiere of Brigham actress Emma Rydal’s film One Last Walk.

Last updated 19 January 2012
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REVIEW: Beautiful tale with a stunning setting

With an awe-inspiring backdrop of the West Cumbrian countryside and its epic fells, One Last Walk is a beautiful tale of loss, sacred memories and strong family bonds. (1 comment)

Last updated 19 January 2012
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