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  • Police warning after thieves strike Bowness homes

    POLICE are warning Bowness residents to remain vigilant following a series of burglaries yesterday (Saturday). Two daytime burglaries were reported in the Storrs Park area of the town yesterday, with the most recent taking place between 6am and 11am

  • Man seriously injured after road accident

    A MAN suffered serious injuries following a traffic collision at Thirlmere yesterday (Saturday). The incident happened at 10.20pm on the A591, near to the Kings Head Hotel, when a light blue Saab, travelling northbound, and a pedestrian were in collision

  • New flagsman needed for festival

    A VOLUNTEER is needed to keep a popular festival from flagging next year. Ulverston's Flag Fortnight has become a staple of the carnival calendar in the town, but if a new flagman, or woman, cannot be found it could be in danger of folding. Former flagman

  • Work to enhance Rusland Beeches

    Crown reduction and other minor works are to be carried out on the famous Rusland Beeches.. The work on the trees, which line the Haverthwaite to Rusland road, is to be carried out "in the interests of public safety" and to ensure that they continue

  • Coniston to launch new festival

    CONISTON is to host its first ever walking festival next month in a bid to showcase its stunning landscapes. The debut event will celebrate the history of the village's geology and geography through a series of themed walks where people can follow in