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Fears over changes to childcare
A WHITEHAVEN child-minder claims that new government childcare proposals would threaten pre-schoolers’ “well-being, health and education’’.
Last updated 1 February 2013
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Breaking news: Car flips on to its roof in Whitehaven crash
A YOUNG motorist had a lucky escape after his car dramatically overturned following a crash today (Thursday).
Last updated 31 January 2013
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Ex-school demolished
THE former Hensingham Infant School in Whitehaven is being demolished. (9 comments)
Last updated 31 January 2013
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Copeland 'may go it alone' in N-waste search
COPELAND might go it alone to see if there is anywhere in the area suitable for burying highly radioactive nuclear waste. (29 comments)
Last updated 31 January 2013
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Tributes to dedicated councillor Cam
TRIBUTES have been paid to Cam Ross – a dedicated and passionate councillor – who has died at the age of 76.
Last updated 31 January 2013
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Time limit on roadside tributes
ROADSIDE tributes to car crash victims in Copeland will be removed from the site after 12 weeks, under new guidelines. (16 comments)
Last updated 31 January 2013
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Nuclear store process finished in west Cumbria - Government
The Government has ruled out the prospect of an underground nuclear waste store being created in west Cumbria. (154 comments)
Last updated 30 January 2013
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County council says 'no' to repository search
CUMBRIA County Council cabinet’s has decided (7-3) not to proceed with the next stage of the repository process, which would have involved desktop geological studies. (1 comment)
Last updated 30 January 2013
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Lakeland MP wants parliament to debate nuclear repository
ON the eve of the Cumbrian nuclear repository vote, South Lakes MP Tim Farron has put a motion into parliament to try and stop the 'undoubted damage' to the county's tourism sector. (4 comments)
Last updated 29 January 2013
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Ennerdale and Kinniside School in 1989
Ennerdale and Kinniside School received a glowing inspection report in February 1989. The school's report attracted national media interest with press and television.View our slideshow and order prints from our photosales website www.whitehaven-news.co.uk/pictures
Last updated 29 January 2013
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St Bridget's School pupils entertain Egremont senior citizens with a New Year Dinner
The pupils from St Bridget's School in Egremont entertained senior citizens with a New Year Dinner. View our slideshow and order prints from our photosales website www.whitehaven-news.co.uk/pictures
Last updated 29 January 2013
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Copeland's county councillors back underground store site search
Copeland councillors have given their unanimous backing for a ‘yes’ decision in next week’s crucial nuclear waste repository vote. (3 comments)
Last updated 27 January 2013
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Chickens stabbed to death on Whitehaven allotment
Police are investigating after five chickens were stabbed to death with a garden fork.
Last updated 25 January 2013
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Sellafield workers back West Cumbria nuclear repository site search
WORKERS at a Sellafield are urging local authorities not to back out of the search for an underground nuclear waste repository in the county. (9 comments)
Last updated 25 January 2013
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In The Whitehaven News this week...
IN The Whitehaven News this week... are you still undecided on a nuclear waste site? We’ve all the news and views from both sides of the debate. PLUS: the Egremont club set for a major expansion, and the chance to win a 4-star hotel break. On sale now!
Last updated 24 January 2013
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Pigeon Detectives return to the town
CHART-TOPPERS The Pigeon Detectives are set to rock Whitehaven once again with a hotly-anticipated return gig in town.
Last updated 24 January 2013
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Council tax WILL rise
COPELAND residents WILL face an increase in their council tax bill for 2013/14, it has been confirmed. (1 comment)
Last updated 24 January 2013
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But council tax benefit shake-up won't affect residents
COPELAND residents who currently claim Council Tax Benefit (CTB) will not face any changes when the scheme is replaced.
Last updated 24 January 2013
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Wilko’s: we're here to stay
WILKINSON in Whitehaven has firmly denied rumours that it is closing or relocating.
Last updated 24 January 2013
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Family's plea: can you give the gift of life?
THE family of Gemma D’Arcy – the little girl who died aged six after battling a rare form of cancer – is encouraging more people to become potential life-saving bone marrow donors.
Last updated 24 January 2013
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