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Posted at 8:48am Friday 2nd May 2003
Ellwood pours it on
THE FRUSTRATION was all Kendal's on their visit to Blackpool on Saturday when the break in the weather dashed the prospects of their clash at Stanley Park.
Posted at 9:31am Monday 27th January 2003
Council rolls out tots' fitness programme
WORK-outs are not just for adults struggling to fulfil their New Year's resolution to fight festive flab.
Posted at 10:00am Friday 27th June 2003
Cricket: Rip-roaring cup clash
ATTACK-MINDED Kendal destroyed Darwen in the space of a dozen balls for a 16-run victory over the current league leaders in the Thwaites Smooth Cup.
Posted at 1:12pm Thursday 30th January 2003
Funds for pitch improvement
Muddy knees may be an integral part of the beautiful game, but pitches which generate more mucky kit than most are in line for some special attention.
Posted at 9:03am Friday 18th July 2003
Informal races prove popular
THOUSANDS of visitors flocked to Cartmel yesterday for a new event in the race calendar. Event organisers said early estimates predicted around 5,500 people had turned out to the new more informal event which saw families and groups of friends bringing picnics and enjoying barbecues near the course.
Posted at 4:17pm Friday 31st January 2003
Sports pitch hope
COST cutting measures which could stop plans for a community sports area being kicked into touch are being considered by South Lakeland District Council.
Posted at 9:18am Thursday 11th September 2003
Join the cycle scene
JOIN the Kendal and District Cycle Scene on a relaxing 20-mile cycle ride around South Lakeland, on Sunday.
Posted at 9:20am Friday 21st February 2003
Playing for England
THREE pupils from Sedbergh School have been selected to play for England Schools U18 Rugby.
Posted at 10:11am Thursday 16th October 2003
Ambleside footballer in regional Soccer Idols final
YOUNG Ambleside footballer Oliver Mathison, seven, has made it to the regional final of Soccer Idols - a talent search for potential Premiership stars.
Posted at 9:46am Friday 21st February 2003
Blind water skier challenges speed limit
BLIND water-skier Gerald Price is to mount a new challenge to plans for a 10mph speed limit on Windermere.
Posted at 8:32am Thursday 13th November 2003
Local marathoners take on Greek challenge
THREE runners from South Lakeland braved baking temperatures and mountainous terrain to complete a historic marathon and raise money for charity.
Posted at 9:45am Tuesday 25th February 2003
Kendal Rugby go for third win this weekend
Kendal Rugby Union Club aim for a third successive win in 2003 when Esher visit Mint Bridge in National League Division 2 on Saturday (2.30pm kick-off).
Posted at 9:09am Wednesday 26th February 2003
Climbing wall premiums spiral
Insurance premiums at Kendal's climbing wall have spiralled from £500 to around £15,000 in the last three years.
Posted at 11:25am Thursday 6th March 2003
Fresh hope for staging world championship
FRESH impetus has been given to staging a world championship sports event in South Lakeland after organisers were about to "throw in the towel."
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