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Comic legend statue unveiled

10:30am Wednesday 20th August 2008

A TRIBUTE to Ulverston’s comic hero Stan Laurel has been unveiled – but it was not in the South Lakeland town where he was born.

Ulverston at the Olympics

9:31am Wednesday 20th August 2008

AN Ulverston-based visionary is all set to be a part of history this weekend when the Olympic flag is handed over to Great Britain ahead of London 2012.

Brewery stikes gold

Brewery stikes gold

9:30am Wednesday 13th August 2008

A STAVELEY beer has been named top of the pumps in a country-wide competition in its first year of production.

Eco fair set for Ulverston

1:06pm Tuesday 12th August 2008

A TOWN’S first ever ‘eco fair’ is taking shape with plenty of enthusiastic volunteers offering their services.

Olympic spirit in South Lakeland

12:49pm Tuesday 12th August 2008

A BUSINESSMAN has decided to spread the Olympic message through his home town with a daily run which will raise money for a good cause.

Shoppers warned after purse grab

10:44am today Tuesday 12th August 2008

SHOPPERS are being warned to keep an eye on their belongings after a purse was stolen at a South Lakeland supermarket.


UK Entertainment News

Comedian Corden to have gags licked

James Corden and fellow actor Mathew Horne creating new show

Updated 10:07am Wednesday 20th August 2008

Gavin and Stacey star James Corden is in negotiations with Wall's to write jokes for their ice cream sticks, the company said.


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