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nwemail.co.uk | Imogen Barber
Flood warnings follow night of heavy rain as small watercourses swell (Image: Environment Agency) Heavy rainfall overnight has left parts of Cumbria at risk of flooding, with the Environment Agency warning resident to 'be prepared'. Heavy rainfall was forecast overnight and through this morning, causing smaller watercourses to rise. There is a flood alert for Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck. Flooding is possible between 4am and 12pm noon today.
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1 week ago | 
msn.com | Imogen Barber
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1 week ago | 
nwemail.co.uk | Imogen Barber
Dear PDSA, my cat has always been terrified of the vets. How can I help prepare him ahead of our next appointment? Muna Hi Muna, as a starting point, help him get used to his cat carrier ahead of his visit by leaving it out all of the time, you could place his favourite blanket, toys and a few treats in it, then he can sniff and explore on his own terms. That way he won’t mind as much when travelling in it.
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1 week ago | 
nwemail.co.uk | Imogen Barber
The largest manufacturer in Britain broke new ground in another strong session for the defence and aerospace sector. Yesterday, the company traded above 1,900p for the first time. The latest rise follows comments by NATO secretary-general Mark Rutte that he expects member countries will next month agree a defence spending target equivalent to 5% of GDP.
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nwemail.co.uk | Imogen Barber
This ‘impressive’ five-bedroom family home is currently a successful holiday let, with the bonus of a one-bedroom, self-contained annex also being let out. Bordriggs Farm is located in a highly sought after area and enjoys ‘beautiful’ views of Windermere and the fells. The property sits on Kendal Road, moments away from Bowness, where you can find doctors' surgeries, dentists, schools, restaurants, cafes, and shops.
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1 week ago | 
nwemail.co.uk | Imogen Barber
A block of meadow and pastureland with an ‘excellent’ location is for sale. The land is situated at Irton, near Holmrook and offers natural beauty, privacy, and commercial viability. It extends 29.7 acres and has the benefit of roadside access and mains natural water supplies. This ‘useful’ plot is described as a rare find for those with interests in farming, forestry, recreation, and conservation.
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1 week ago | 
nwemail.co.uk | Imogen Barber
School children join member of staff on walk for St Mary's Hospice (Image: St Mary's Hospice) School children showed their support for a staff member who will be taking on an epic journey in 2026. Last week, pupils from Lindal and Marton Primary School joined Mr Gaskell on a sponsored walk. Jeff Gaskell, who works as a caretaker at the school, will be travelling to Nepal next year and doing the exciting Everest Base Camp trek for St Mary's Hospice.
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nwemail.co.uk | Imogen Barber
Snake season: Bite from venomous species can prove fatal to dogs (Image: Getty Images) Vet charity PDSA are sharing their advice for pet owners in case of a snake bite. There are three types of snake in the UK: grass snakes, smooth snakes and adders. The adder is the only venomous species; grass snakes and smooth snakes aren't venomous and don't tend to bite. Adders tend to keep themselves to themselves and don't bite unless they are scared.
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1 week ago | 
nwemail.co.uk | Imogen Barber
BAE road movement to take place this week (Image: Archive) BAE Systems is due to move a heavy load by road at the end of this week. There is a road movement planned in Barrow on the afternoon of Friday, May 30. The operation will involve disruption to Bridge Road and Michaelson Road, between the Central Yard Facility and ABP. The delay is scheduled to last for approximately one hour. Cumbria Constabulary will be operating a rolling road closure.
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newsandstar.co.uk | Imogen Barber
The reforms were announced by the Lord Chancellor, Shabana Mahmood, last week. Plans to ease bulging prisons mean violent criminals and sexual offenders could be released from prison earlier, while judges could be given more flexibility to impose punishments such as football or driving bans. The Government has also agreed to scrap the use of short sentences of less than 12 months, apart from exceptional circumstances such as domestic abuse cases.
