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Apache gunship fires flares during military drills.

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'Quite scary' - Apache gunships carry out military exercises over Cumbria

Thomas Leigh jailed for harassment - breach of restraining order at Preston Crown Court

Thomas Leigh jailed for harassment - breach of restraining order at Preston Crown Court

Jailed: Man, 34, ‘belittled’ ex-partner making her ‘feel like a bag of nerves’

Week of sunny weather ahead for Cumbria

Week of sunny weather ahead for Cumbria

Met Office Forecast sunny 18 degree temperatures in Cumbria this week

Margaret Ewins made a bequest of £500,000 to the Cumbria Community Foundation.

Margaret Ewins made a bequest of £500,000 to the Cumbria Community Foundation.

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Generous Cumbrian woman bequeaths £500k to charity

Sheep gathering in the Lakes

Sheep gathering in the Lakes

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'People need to be told the truth about what is happening to our upland farms'

The Grace Dixon responding to the call on Sunday

The Grace Dixon responding to the call on Sunday

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Windsurfer found 'waving and shouting for help' off Barrow coast

A flood alert has been issued for the west Cumbrian coast

A flood alert has been issued for the west Cumbrian coast

Flood alert issued for Cumbria's coast as high tides expected

Great Greek Gala

Great Greek Gala

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Children tell the story of the Minotaur and other myths as they study Ancient Greece

Kirkbie Kendal school today

Kirkbie Kendal school today

School on the edge of the Lake District to celebrate 500-year mile stone

Kendal Nursery School

Kendal Nursery School

'Remarkable' school creates 'fiercely independent' children, says Ofsted

South Cumbria Magistrates' Court in Barrow

South Cumbria Magistrates' Court in Barrow

Police catch 50-year-old man driving whilst nearly eight times over drug limit

Some of the runners pictured during the Coniston 14 event

Some of the runners pictured during the Coniston 14 event

Runners complete 'beautiful' race in 'breathtaking' Lake District location

Waterloo House Surgery issued the statement on Friday (March 28)

Waterloo House Surgery issued the statement on Friday (March 28)

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Surgery's public request after unauthorised use of car park blocks patients

The Travel Actively team are hoping to get more people exercising through the new website

The Travel Actively team are hoping to get more people exercising through the new website

Town centre event launches new Barrow exercise website

The benches were installed last week at Ford Park

The benches were installed last week at Ford Park

New benches at Ford Park to honour loved ones from the community

Michelle Scrogham with Digital Infrastructure Minister, Chris Bryant, in February

Michelle Scrogham with Digital Infrastructure Minister, Chris Bryant, in February

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MP celebrates expansion of 'superfast broadband' in rural Cumbrian areas

Women congregate outside Hunters Tea Stores, circa 1918

Women congregate outside Hunters Tea Stores, circa 1918

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Amazing photographs show Barrow before major chains 'dominated' the high street

Storrs Hall Hotel offers a

Storrs Hall Hotel offers a

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'Majestic' Lake District spot named one of the best places for afternoon tea

The price of petrol at a Murco fueling station in Maypole, Birmingham was 96.7p on March 31, 2020

The price of petrol at a Murco fueling station in Maypole, Birmingham was 96.7p on March 31, 2020

On this day: Fuel prices see biggest fall since records began

Recycling rules in England are due to change by 2026

Recycling rules in England are due to change by 2026

Homes and businesses in England given start date for new recycling plan

The Met Office's weather forecasts share that the UK can expect sunny and dry days as temperatures rise.

The Met Office's weather forecasts share that the UK can expect sunny and dry days as temperatures rise.

UK to heat up as Met Office forecasts sunny weather and high temperatures

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Millions of Premium Bonds holders warned ahead of looming change

They're aiming to create history by finding one off the southwest coast of Ireland.

They're aiming to create history by finding one off the southwest coast of Ireland.

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Scientists hunting 'the great white shark heard around the world' in UK waters

AllTrails is encouraging trailgoers to explore beyond the most popular spots.

AllTrails is encouraging trailgoers to explore beyond the most popular spots.

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Warning issued as UK beauty spots set for biggest crowds of the year

You may be eligible for tax relief from HMRC.

You may be eligible for tax relief from HMRC.

HMRC offering thousands of Brits who work from home free £140 payment

Look at the adorable Pets of the Week who've stolen our hearts

Look at the adorable Pets of the Week who've stolen our hearts

Look at the adorable Pets of the Week who've stolen our hearts

Camping is not only a great bonding experience for the family, but a cheap one at that.

Camping is not only a great bonding experience for the family, but a cheap one at that.

Lake District 'valley spot' among UK’s best family-friendly campsites under £50

Waiting times for driving tests in Britain have gone up to an average of 20 weeks as of February 2025

Waiting times for driving tests in Britain have gone up to an average of 20 weeks as of February 2025

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Driving test waiting times hit record 20-week high amid 'low confidence'

Samuel Joseph Leslie sentenced for drug driving at South Cumbria Magistrates' Court in Barrow

Samuel Joseph Leslie sentenced for drug driving at South Cumbria Magistrates' Court in Barrow

'Weaving across lanes’ – Man caught driving on M6 whilst five times over drug limit

The property at Cemetery Hill is available for £550,000

The property at Cemetery Hill is available for £550,000

The most expensive property currently on the market in Dalton

The sun will be greeting Barrow residents this week

The sun will be greeting Barrow residents this week

A look at the week ahead: Sunny skies for Furness to begin April

Mother and daughter care team Joy Turnbull and Royanna Davies

Mother and daughter care team Joy Turnbull and Royanna Davies

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The mother and daughter duo providing care for the Barrow community

A case of bird flu was confirmed in Lazonby this weekend

A case of bird flu was confirmed in Lazonby this weekend

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Confirmed bird flu case in Cumbria as incidents reported across the country

Heathmere, Park Road, Windermere

Heathmere, Park Road, Windermere

'Tardis-like' home in the Lake District surrounded by stunning views hits the market

These were the most read stories this week

These were the most read stories this week

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The 10 most read articles from The Mail over the last week

The pass is recognised as one of the most difficult roads to climb in England

The pass is recognised as one of the most difficult roads to climb in England

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Calls for Hardknott Pass to be renamed 'Sphincter Pass' after several complaints

It is set to be a enjoyable Sunday

It is set to be a enjoyable Sunday

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Today's weather forecast: Blue skies and sun for Barrow and Furness

Riverside House & Cottage, Skelwith Bridge, Ambleside

Riverside House & Cottage, Skelwith Bridge, Ambleside

Cosy Lake District home and attached cottage with south-facing views up for sale

Kiln Hill Barn & Cottages, Bassenthwaite, Keswick

Kiln Hill Barn & Cottages, Bassenthwaite, Keswick

Hundred year old barn conversion with cottages in the Lake District for sale

The site previously housed the Re:Love charity shop

The site previously housed the Re:Love charity shop

Shop premises in Barrow town centre looking for new business owners

The project 1CLIC (County Lines Informed Cumbria) targets county lines in Barrow, the South Lakes and Carlisle

The project 1CLIC (County Lines Informed Cumbria) targets county lines in Barrow, the South Lakes and Carlisle

Local government

County lines operations in Barrow have become 'more sporadic'

Rose and Ralph celebrates one year of business

Rose and Ralph celebrates one year of business

Boutique pet shop in the Lake District celebrates first anniversary

Where do you take your family for entertainment?

Where do you take your family for entertainment?

Last chance to nominate south Cumbria businesses for new entertainment award

Regular clean-ups are organised by Barrow BID

Regular clean-ups are organised by Barrow BID

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Barrow residents asked to help keep the town centre clean

(Left to right) Tracy Burr, Cath Thorpe, Brenda Price and Sharon Haddow at last year's walk

(Left to right) Tracy Burr, Cath Thorpe, Brenda Price and Sharon Haddow at last year's walk

Changes announced for this year's Walk to Remember to build on 2024 success

Michelle Scrogham with staff and residents at Millennium House

Michelle Scrogham with staff and residents at Millennium House

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MP visits care home residents and staff to learn about care in Barrow community

Sport

Kian Spence has been ruled out for the rest of the season

Spence blow as midfielder ruled out for rest of season

Barrow AFC head coach Andy Whing gives instructions during the match against Chesterfield

Barrow AFC head coach Andy Whing gives instructions during the match against Chesterfield

Whing disappointed as Barrow are undone by deflection

Some of the runners pictured during the Coniston 14 event

Some of the runners pictured during the Coniston 14 event

Runners complete 'beautiful' race in 'breathtaking' Lake District location

Ryan Johnston scored Raiders first try of the game

Ryan Johnston scored Raiders first try of the game

Defence lacking as Raiders lose at home to Knights

Dean Campbell battles with Chesterfield's Tom Naylor

Dean Campbell battles with Chesterfield's Tom Naylor

Deflection puts an end to The Bluebirds unbeaten run

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National Sport

Ruben Amorim, left, has told Bruno Fernandes he is ‘not going anywhere’ (Martin Rickett/PA)

Ruben Amorim, left, has told Bruno Fernandes he is ‘not going anywhere’ (Martin Rickett/PA)

Ruben Amorim tells Man Utd captain Bruno Fernandes he is ‘not going anywhere’

Erling Haaland was injured against Bournemouth (Adam Davy/PA)

Erling Haaland was injured against Bournemouth (Adam Davy/PA)

Man City suffer major injury blow with Erling Haaland set for stint on sidelines

Maisie Symonds has been called into the senior England squad for the first time (Jacob King/PA)

Maisie Symonds has been called into the senior England squad for the first time (Jacob King/PA)

Maisie Symonds recalls difficult health journey in 2022 to first England call-up

Runners and riders ahead of the 2024 Randox Grand National Handicap Chase (David Davies/PA)

Runners and riders ahead of the 2024 Randox Grand National Handicap Chase (David Davies/PA)

Dry week forecast as Aintree continues to water

Handstands is likely to run over three miles at Aintree (John Walton/PA)

Handstands is likely to run over three miles at Aintree (John Walton/PA)

Pauling favouring Mildmay contest for Handstands

Wrexham’s Hollywood owners can celebrate a massive increase in turnover (Martin Rickett/PA)

Wrexham’s Hollywood owners can celebrate a massive increase in turnover (Martin Rickett/PA)

Wrexham’s increasing popularity in the US helps secure record revenue of £26.7m

I Am Maximus on his way to winning last year’s National (Nigel French/PA)

I Am Maximus on his way to winning last year’s National (Nigel French/PA)

Defending champion Maximus leads 57 in National contention

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Nostalgia

Railway workers and the dock's divers in their suits

Railway workers and the dock's divers in their suits

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Historic photos of the hard and dangerous life of Barrow's dockers in the early 1900s

Sink Hole Ploughing Demonstration in 1920 in Barrow in Furness

Sink Hole Ploughing Demonstration in 1920 in Barrow in Furness

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Amazing historic photographs of Cumbrian rural workers in the early 20th century

Well-dressed people pictured in front of Walney Bridge and ferries in 1908

Well-dressed people pictured in front of Walney Bridge and ferries in 1908

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Amazing historic pictures of Walney once earmarked as a premier seaside destination

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Business

Women congregate outside Hunters Tea Stores, circa 1918

Women congregate outside Hunters Tea Stores, circa 1918

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Amazing photographs show Barrow before major chains 'dominated' the high street

These were the most read stories this week

These were the most read stories this week

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The 10 most read articles from The Mail over the last week

The site previously housed the Re:Love charity shop

The site previously housed the Re:Love charity shop

Shop premises in Barrow town centre looking for new business owners

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Opinion

Michelle Scrogham, Labour MP for Barrow and Furness

Michelle Scrogham, Labour MP for Barrow and Furness

Local government

MP COLUMN: Michelle Scrogham on Labour's National Youth Strategy

MP Michelle Scrogham in the House of Commons (Image: Parliament TV)

MP Michelle Scrogham in the House of Commons (Image: Parliament TV)

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Michelle Scrogham MP: Years of under investment to blame for Walney traffic jams

Michelle Scrogham, MP for Barrow and Furness

Michelle Scrogham, MP for Barrow and Furness

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Michelle Scrogham, MP for the Barrow and Furness constituency

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An online energy bill (PA)

An online energy bill (PA)

Households urged to seek fixed energy deals as latest price cap hike takes effect

Money stacked on top of a council tax bill (PA)

Money stacked on top of a council tax bill (PA)

Awful April: Every household bill going up from Tuesday

File photo dated 20/03/25 of King Charles III during a visit to Broighter Gold Farm, Limavady, on day two of the royal visit to Northern Ireland. The King required a short period of observation in hospital after experiencing side effects from his cancer

File photo dated 20/03/25 of King Charles III during a visit to Broighter Gold Farm, Limavady, on day two of the royal visit to Northern Ireland. The King required a short period of observation in hospital after experiencing side effects from his cancer

King to host his first official event since cancer treatment side effects

The national minimum wage increases on Tuesday (Alamy/PA)

The national minimum wage increases on Tuesday (Alamy/PA)

Minimum wage increases for millions as business taxes rise

Fresh food prices are 1.4% higher than a year ago (Julien Behal/PA)

Fresh food prices are 1.4% higher than a year ago (Julien Behal/PA)

Food inflation continued to edge up in March

The Teenage Cancer Trust is calling for every teenager or young adult with cancer in the UK to have the opportunity to take part in clinical trials (Jeff Moore/PA)

The Teenage Cancer Trust is calling for every teenager or young adult with cancer in the UK to have the opportunity to take part in clinical trials (Jeff Moore/PA)

Charity urges Government to consider needs of teenagers in national cancer plan

A significant amount of the UK’s carbon footprint comes from gas heating of homes (Steve Parsons/PA)

A significant amount of the UK’s carbon footprint comes from gas heating of homes (Steve Parsons/PA)

Decarbonising home heating at risk from weakened policies, think tank warns

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