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'Not mad, just disappointed': Fans react to England draw
KENDAL fans were left disapppointed with the performance of the England football squad following their draw with Scotland. After an intense first half with several good chances and near misses by both sides, with England getting the better of the
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Fans predict the score for England vs Scotland
KENDAL fans have given their thoughts on the Euros 2020 England and Scotland football game. In the town centre, England fan James said: "I think we'll do alright. I think we'll beat them 3-1. "Goals could come from anywhere really. Kane has
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Everyone aged 12 – 30 urged to get Covid test after sharp spike in cases
EVERYONE aged between 12 and 30 has been urged to get a PCR test for Covid 19 after an increase in cases were reported in Cumbria. Those without symptoms are also encouraged to get a test after an announcement was made by Cumbria County Council
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Norman Holloway’s Kendal quiz: Where is it and what is it?
The wooden beams (Above) over Yard 23 in Stramongate which leads down to Beacon Buildings. They are part of the property which was earlier occupied by Malcolm Snaith’s Camera Centre and in which he installed a small cinema. It is thought that
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'A Donald Trump-style power grab' - Councillor critical of boundary proposals
A SOUTH Lakeland councillor has suggested the proposed realignment of voting boundaries in Cumbria could be seen as a 'Donald Trump-style power grab' by the Conservatives to dissipate the only seat it does not currently hold in the county. Liberal
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'Impressive performances': WCL round up for June 12/13
THE Westmorland League was lit up on Saturday by three outstanding individual performances in Division 1. Perhaps the most important in the context of the season was Ethan Elwood’s for Burneside against Bare. The all-rounder first bowled out
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'Sadness and joy' - Family of Caroline Flack give thanks after charity hike
THE family of late television presenter Caroline Flack has issued a statement after a group of people raised nearly £30,000 on a trek in the Lake District in her memory. Participants in the event last weekend included Bradley Simmonds, who was
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Staff self-isolating at pub after pair test positive for Covid-19
A NUMBER of staff at a pub are self-isolating after two of them tested positive for coronavirus. Four employees at the Furness Railway have been forced to self-isolate along with the pair as a precaution. Eddie Gershon, a spokesman for JD Wetherspoon
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New running challenge launched - With two-night hostel stay up for grabs
ATHLETES are being invited to take part in a new running challenge starting at a Lake District hostel. The route takes in 23 peaks in the Elterwater region, beginning and finishing at the village's hostel. The '23 Before Tea' challenge was
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Netherfield hit with disappointing results at Fox Lane
A disappointing batting performance by Netherfield saw them lose by 85 runs to Leyland at Fox Lane. The Field who crashed to their second consecutive league defeat bowled well during the first innings after 3 wickets a piece from Oli Wileman and
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Radio group invites Kendal woman as new host
A KENDAL journalist has been invited to join a Belfast based group that has founded their own podcast radio. Laura Zambianchi, who lives in Kendal, has joined the Radio VIBE team and is beginning hosting shows from Cumbria. Radio VIBE was created
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‘She was a beloved wife and incredible mother’: Tributes to councillor
THE passing of Kendal Councillor Michele Miles has left a hole in the community that will never be filled. The popular councillor, devoted mother and much-loved wife passed away on June 9 at the age of 54. The community has paid tributes to
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Plans begin for Dorothy Wordsworth 250th anniversary
HERE are the latest announcements from our community news correspondent Myra McCraith for Grasmere. THE WI has had a very busy week. At the June meeting, Sue Allen of Wordsworth Grasmere spoke about plans to celebrate the 250th anniversary of Dorothy
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'I'm sure the blisters will be worth it'-Hospital colleagues take on three peaks
Seven colleagues from Westmorland General Hospital have raised nearly £4,000 for Bay Hospitals Charity by completing the Yorkshire Three Peaks challenge. Porters Simon Makin, Adrian Tallon, Katie Shaw and Carl Smith, assistant porter manager Jonathan
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Red Arrows to fly over today - See route on a map
THE public will be able to see the Red Arrows fly over today. The Royal Air Force's aerobatic team will cross the Lake District this afternoon en route from Scampton to Prestwick. The team will pass overhead just south west of Haverthwaite
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Police dealing with an incident at M6 service station
POLICE are currently dealing with an incident at a service station on the M6 motorway. The service filling station will be closed as they deal with the incident. Lancashire Police said: "We are currently dealing with an incident at the Charnock
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Kendal College Animal Rescue Centre temporarily suspend services
KENDAL College Animal Rescue Centre is set to temporarily suspend their wildlife services as they relocate. A spokesman said: "So it's finally time to say goodbye to the building that has served us so well for the last seven years. "We are
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Police make three arrests in one night
SOUTH Lakes Police had a busy evening recently with two arrests for failing to attend court and another for drink driving in Grange. On Thursday the team carted the two wanted for court appearances to the magistrates. The force said on Twitter
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'Continued faith and investment' - Plans for new car dealership submitted
A NEW car dealership could be coming to Ulverston. Jason Hadwin, of Lakeland Land Rover in Torver, has submitted plans to South Lakeland District Council to extend a workshop building at Crakeside Business Park in Greenodd and convert it to a Jaguar
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'Breath taking': 6 incredible shots from around South Lakes
THESE are the latest shots taken by The Westmorland Gazette's talented Camera Club. These are some amazing images showing the colours of nature in our part of the world. If you would like to see your pictures published in print and online, along
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'I'm aware it's illegal' - Police find drug in woman's house
POLICE found cannabis when they searched a woman’s home, a court heard. Keira Andrea Draper was found with the class B drug when officers searched through her home in Ulverston. The defendant pleaded guilty to possession of cannabis when she
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Outdoor education to 'reconnect young people with love of learning’ post Covid
A CUMBRIAN trust has put forward proposals to get outdoor education professionals into schools to help children rekindle their love of learning after a turbulent year. Brathay Trust has suggested utilising the skills of those working for the outdoor
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NSA raises heightened concerns over the direction of Australian trade deal
THE National Sheep Association (NSA) is increasingly concerned that despite requests and pleas from the UK Agriculture sector, a deal with Australia that potentially sacrifices the UK’s farming and food industries looks likely to be completed. The
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'You need to be careful' - Motorist hit parked car and drove off
A MOTORIST has been told he needs to be 'extremely careful' from now on after he hit a parked car and drove off. Douglas Johnson landed himself in court after he collided with a parked and failed to stop to hand over his details. South Cumbria
