Maryport news
Brides shape up for their big day at Armathwaite boot camp
It was an opportunity too good to miss – as Armathwaite Hall Country House Hotel and Spa, near Bassenthwaite, launched its brides boot camp, two Times & Star reporters Sarah Nicholls and Clare Kinrade announced their respective engagements.
Last updated 3 February 2012
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Maryport bank to close at end of April
Maryport's HSBC bank in Senhouse Street is to be closed because of a lack of custom. (2 comments)
Last updated 3 February 2012
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Call for action on West Cumbrian footpaths
Problems with Cockermouth’s footpaths will be raised with the county council this month.
Last updated 2 February 2012
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West Cumbrians step up for Flimby shoe firm’s TV advert
A hundred West Cumbrian people will star in a national TV campaign later this year.
Last updated 2 February 2012
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Support for Maryport Blues Festival
A Maryport couple who have lived in the town less than a year are throwing their full support behind the annual blues festival.
Last updated 2 February 2012
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Maryport Outreach Drop In Centre
A growing number of EU Nationals are choosing Maryport as their home as they travel to West Cumbria for employment. The Outreach group provide valuable help in overcoming lanugauge and cultural barriers.
Fashion store to close in national shake-up
A Workington town centre shop is closing down after 17 years of trading. (4 comments)
Last updated 2 February 2012
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West Cumbria community fears being ripped apart
A group of Workington residents are worried that their community may be ripped apart because of planned changes to housing benefits. (2 comments)
Last updated 2 February 2012
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New working groups for Cockermouth chamber of trade
Cockermouth and District Chamber of Trade has been restructured to make it more responsive and inclusive for all its members.
Last updated 2 February 2012
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Here come the girls for hospice's Midnight Walk
Workington will host Hospice at Home West Cumbria’s annual Midnight Walk in June.
Last updated 2 February 2012
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Surgery campaigners present formal letter of complaint
A 63-page formal letter of complaint has been presented to the National Health Service by an Aspatria pressure group.
Last updated 2 February 2012
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Firms show they care for West Cumbrian young carers
West Cumbrian businesses have rallied around a campaign to support young carers in the area.
Last updated 2 February 2012
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Jennings’ dark ale is the toast of regional contest
Jennings Brewery’s Sneck Lifter ale has been named as one of the region’s champion beers.
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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£900 to keep rural bus on the road
A rural bus service has been given £900 by the county council.
Last updated 2 February 2012
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John cashes in on Times & Star competition
The winner of the Times & Star Kick Start 2012 competition plans to spend the cash on a Eurovision reunion in the North East.
Last updated 2 February 2012
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Climbing wall plan for new cafe and play area
Plans to add a cafe, play area and indoor caving area to Keswick Climbing Wall have been lodged with the Lake District National Park.
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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Anthony curries favour to beat the heat
An enthusiastic crowd combined with pure determination helped curry monster Anthony Bruce to complete his challenge to eat one of the hottest curries in the world for charity.
Last updated 2 February 2012
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Mum-of-six offers antenatal classes
A Workington mum-of-six is about to launch antenatal classes in Workington and Cockermouth.
Last updated 2 February 2012
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