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A year after Workington’s shared sports stadium idea was scrapped, alternative plans for a £16 million leisure centre have still not been agreed. (5 comments)

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Service held for Cumbria killer Derrick Bird

DERRICK Bird, the Cumbrian gunman whose murderous rampage shocked the world and left 12 people dead, was cremated at a private funeral yesterday.

Pope sends message of hope to West Cumbria

The Pope has issued a message following Derrick Bird’s murderous rampage, asking for strength to triumph over violence to be bestowed on West Cumbria.

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Mind in West Cumbria - Maryport Support Group

New Maryport Support Group every Monday at The Settlement, High Street, Maryport, from 10am to 2pm. Want to get outdoors and become physically active? We will be running beachcombing sessions through Spring and Summer along the Solway coast. Are you, or do you know anyone who is isolated and feeling vulnerable? Contact us to find out about our MOSS Befriending project.

The Helena Thompson Museum in Workington The museum had over 17,000 visitors through its door last year and it is thanks to the work of the Workington Heritage Group that young and old are enjoying the facilities on offer.

Inside the meeting room of the Workington Masonic Hall. This year, Workington Heritage will be taking part in the Civic Trust's National Open Day event.

Workington Amateur Operatic Society

WORKINGTON Amateur Operatic Society are set to unveil the first ever collaboration between Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice.

Staff practice what they preach

Graduation Day With two members of staff gaining their BA Honours degrees in education and another well on their way, the staff at Footsteps Nursery are passionate about raising standards and promoting lifelong learning.

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Workington Grammar School netball team won the Allerdale District Senior League championship. A selection of Workington images taken from our photo archives.
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Time to say thanks to those who make our lives better

THE search is on for community stars to shine in the Cumbria Community Awards, officially launched this week.

The West Cumbria Crime and Disorder Reduction Partnership Awards are your opportunity to nominate someone you know who deserves some recognition.

PC Graeme Hodkin,left, and Sergeant Richard Farnworth, with the Partnership Excellence 2007 awards. Workington's Minto Centre is home to the CDRP. It is responsible for the management of Community Police initiatives across all of West Cumbria.