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Pregnant amputee completes 11km walk to raise money for bone cancer charity
A YOUNG mum who has twice battled bone cancer has walked 11km for charity after having her leg amputated. Bethany Barnes, of Thornhill, Egremont, completed a sponsored walk around Ennerdale Water on Saturday which has raised nearly £10,000 for
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NOSTALGIA: A look at the iconic Beacon museum on the harbourside
FOR this week's Nostalgia edition we wanted to take a look at The Beacon museum in Whitehaven. The Beacon is situated on the historic Georgian harbour, it a museum and arts venue that tells the history of the local area. The surrounding area
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Whitehaven Rugby League face defeat against Toulouse at the Ortus Rec
WHITEHAVEN RL suffered a defeat against Toulouse in their recent game. The West Cumbrian side came away with a 24-34 defeat against the French outfit when they faced them at the Ortus Rec on Saturday, July 13. Despite the loss, the Haven performed
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Kids' boxing camp to take place over the six week school summer holidays
A KIDS' boxing camp will be taking place in Whitehaven over the school summer holidays. These sessions will take place at St Peter's Church at Kells and Red Lonning Community Centre. Chloe Hurst, who will be running the classes, said: "This
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'Determined' teen who battled brain tumour helps others facing devastating diagnosis
A ‘DETERMINED’ west Cumbrian teenager who bravely fought a brain tumour is now helping others facing the same devastating diagnosis. Following his brain tumour diagnosis four years ago, Jamie Brannon, 18, of Frizington, has made the brave move
