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This Week in Whitehaven

This week in Whitehaven, the mood appears to be a mixed bag, with local news offering a blend of national concerns, sporting updates, and community-focused stories. On the national stage, discussions

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Four properties for sale around Whitehaven for £260,000 or less

Hope Drive - £260,000

Whitehaven News·1d ago
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Shop selling fishing tackle and guns moves to larger unit in Cumbrian town

A LONG-established Whitehaven tackle and gun shop is enjoying a new chapter after relocating to larger premises on Tangier Street.

Whitehaven News·1d ago
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Police search for missing 82-year-old man with dementia

Police are searching for an 82-year-old man with dementia who went missing in Whitehaven this afternoon.

Whitehaven News·2d ago
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High street store expected to close its doors next year

It is understood that the Whitehaven branch of outdoor store Millets is expected to close.

Whitehaven News·2d ago
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Four properties for sale in Whitehaven for £210,000 or less

Balmoral Road - £210,000

Whitehaven News·3d ago
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Cumbrian town set to face 12-day road closure

A 12-day road closure is expected in Whitehaven.

Whitehaven News·5d ago
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Cumbrian Brewers Fayre site set for reprieve in major deal

The Howgate near Whitehaven is set to remain open after Whitbread agreed to sell the site to Queensway Inns as part of a 53-restaurant deal.

Whitehaven News·5d ago
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Thousands expected to descend on town for new two-day festival

Thousands are expected to descend on Whitehaven next weekend for the debut of a new two-day festival.

Whitehaven News·5d ago
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21-day road closure in Whitehaven set to start next month

A road closure is set to take place in Whitehaven.

Whitehaven News·6d ago
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Beacon Museum in West Cumbria to explore Cumbria's postal paths

THE Beacon Museum in Whitehaven will explore the remarkable history of Cumbria’s rural postal workers during its next Talking Tuesday event.

Whitehaven News·19 Aug
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MP says West Cumbria has opportunity to build on 'world-leading' nuclear skills

West Cumbria has the opportunity to build on Sellafield’s world-leading skills and expertise to secure new nuclear missions, industries and investment for the region, according to Josh MacAlister The

Whitehaven News·19 Aug
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Sea cadets thank local community following opening of their new permanent base

A popular Whitehaven group has secured a permanent home, over a decade since their original base was closed.

Whitehaven News·19 Aug
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Two-day festival featuring the Vengaboys coming to Whitehaven next week

A new two-day festival is coming to Whitehaven Harbour next weekend.

Whitehaven News·18 Aug
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Open for Business: 70 years of a Whitehaven family business

Today's story starts all the way back in 1949 when a young fella called John Yeowart started work as a junior ploughman at Schoose Farm in Workington.

Whitehaven News·18 Aug
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Four houses for sale in Whitehaven for £210,000 or less

Four houses for sale in Whitehaven for £210,000 or less

Whitehaven News·17 Aug
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Whitehaven road set to close after sewer collapse

A Whitehaven road is to be closed following a sewer collapse.

Whitehaven News·16 Aug
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Road closure planned in Whitehaven for utility works

A road closure is planned in Whitehaven for utility works.

Whitehaven News·15 Aug
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Whitehaven drivers seeing three road closures in close proximity

Drivers are being advised of three road closures in close proximity at the southern end of Whitehaven.

Whitehaven News·13 Aug
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Harbour commissioners issue safety reminder after Red Setter falls into water

Whitehaven Harbour Commissioners have issued a reminder to the public about water safety following a coastguard rescue incident.

Whitehaven News·13 Aug
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Four properties for sale in North Whitehaven for £675,000 or less

Manesty Rise - £260,000

Whitehaven News·13 Aug
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Whitehaven coastguard rescues dog after fall from pier

A dog was rescued from the sea after falling from a pier in west Cumbria.

Whitehaven News·12 Aug
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REVIEW: Fleetwood Mac tribute bring showstopping performance to West Cumbrian town

Fleetwood Mac tribute band Meetwood Flac performed at the Marchon Club in Whitehaven

Whitehaven News·12 Aug
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Frustration as work to fix discoloured harbour water and reopen rail tunnel drags on

Frustration is being felt in Whitehaven at the pace of work to resolve the harbour's discoloured water and reopen Bransty Tunnel.

Whitehaven News·12 Aug
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Historic tall ship brings in tourists and visitors adding 'extra dimension' to town

A historic tall ship replica has left Whitehaven after a wonderful two weeks in the town's port.

Whitehaven News·12 Aug
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Police step-up patrols in Whitehaven following anti-social behaviour reports

Officers of Copeland Neighbourhood Policing Team say they are increasing patrols in Hensingham, following reports of anti-social behaviour.

Whitehaven News·11 Aug
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Four properties for sale in Whitehaven for £760,000 or less

Dalegarth Avenue - £69,950

Whitehaven News·10 Aug
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All planning applications lodged in Copeland this week

Copeland Borough Council has lodged a series of new planning applications in the past week, ranging from tree works and property extensions to a housing scheme amendment and investigations at Whitehav

Whitehaven News·9 Aug
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Orange water in harbour prompts investigation - and possible solution

An investigation into the source of discoloured water discharged into Whitehaven Harbour could proceed and a possible solution could be found.

Whitehaven News·8 Aug
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Brass band to perform in Whitehaven this weekend

A brass band is set to perform in Whitehaven this weekend.

Whitehaven News·7 Aug
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Whitehaven town council backs traders with summer market in town centre gardens

WHITEHAVEN Town Council is encouraging residents to turn out for its summer market in St Nicholas Gardens on Friday, August 14, ahead of a separate event run by Cumberland Council the following day.

Whitehaven News·6 Aug
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West Cumbrian man takes on seven challenges to raise funds for MND sufferers

WHITEHAVEN fundraiser Peter Thompson is pushing himself through seven tough challenges this year as he raises money and awareness for people living with motor neurone disease in Cumbria.

Whitehaven News·5 Aug
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West Cumbrian Mother's Union marks 150 years of service

WHITEHAVEN’s Mothers’ Union branch is preparing to celebrate 150 years of a worldwide Christian movement that began in a Hampshire vicarage and now spans more than 80 countries and some four million m

Whitehaven News·5 Aug
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Beatrix Potter exhibition opens in town council building and already 'well received'

A Beatrix Potter exhibition has been opened by Whitehaven Town Council, with the clerk thanking two residents for their amazing contributions.

Whitehaven News·4 Aug
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Road to remain closed for further 21 days after sewer collapse

A road in Whitehaven is set to be closed for a further 21 days due to a sewer collapse.

Whitehaven News·4 Aug
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All-female Cumbrian sea shanty group perform in Whitehaven Harbour

A west Cumbrian all-female sea shanty singing group are honouring the presence of a visiting tall ship through performances in Whitehaven Harbour.

Whitehaven News·4 Aug
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18th-century glassworks with 22-metre tunnel uncovered at Aldi site

Archaeologists have uncovered an 18th-century glassworks, five furnaces and a 22-metre tunnel during work at Whitehaven's Aldi site.

Whitehaven News·4 Aug
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Council may take vandalised bus shelter down after it was 'shot with air rifle'

A vandalised Whitehaven bus shelter could be taken down following a discussion by the town’s council, which was prompted by a letter from the local MP.

Whitehaven News·4 Aug
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Major Whitehaven route set to close for almost two weeks

A major Whitehaven route is set to close for nearly two weeks.

Whitehaven News·3 Aug
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Four properties for sale in Whitehaven for £290,000 or less

Scotch Street - £95,000

Whitehaven News·3 Aug
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Whitehaven road set to close for utility works this month

A road in Whitehaven is set to close for utility works this month.

Whitehaven News·2 Aug
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Wigan Warriors stars to appear at Cumbrian testimonial event

A venue in Whitehaven is to host an evening with a rugby league club legend and some his teammates later this month.

Whitehaven News·1 Aug
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Harbour commissioners announce list of events in West Cumbria

WHITEHAVEN Harbour is set for a bumper fortnight as the Nao Santa Maria drops anchor at Sugar Tongue from July 29 to August 10.

Whitehaven News·1 Aug
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Whitehaven residents frustrated by 'inadequate' management of overgrown verge

Overgrown roadside vegetation continues to raise safety and access concerns among residents of a Whitehaven street, after confusion over land ownership and eventual council intervention – which they h

Whitehaven News·1 Aug
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Number one rated café in Whitehaven described as 'cosy' and 'a hidden gem'

TripAdvisor reviewers have rated this café in Whitehaven number one in the restaurants category.

Whitehaven News·31 Jul
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Multi-storey car park to open in Whitehaven this weekend

Residents and visitors to Whitehaven will have extra parking places this weekend.

Whitehaven News·31 Jul
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Whitehaven road set to close for three days next week

A road in Whitehaven is set to close for utility works.

Whitehaven News·31 Jul
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Talk to explore the Santa Maria's role in history as replica visits Whitehaven

The Santa Maria’s legacy and its complex role in shaping global history will be explored in an upcoming history talk.

Whitehaven News·31 Jul
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A look inside the replica tall ship docked in Whitehaven

The Nao Santa Maria, an impressive full-scale replica of Christopher Columbus' flagship, is currently docked at Whitehaven Harbour.

Whitehaven News·31 Jul
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Four properties for sale in Whitehaven town centre for £180,000 or less

Peter Street - £75,000

Whitehaven News·30 Jul
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Long awaited pedestrian crossing set for key West Cumbrian route

New Road by the Pelican Garage in Whitehaven is set for a long-awaited pedestrian crossing this financial year, following road safety concerns.

Whitehaven News·29 Jul