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4 days ago
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Person rescued after being found in the water at Maryport
A person was rescued after being found in the water at Maryport. The Whitehaven and Maryport coastguard rescue teams were called to the scene on Saturday, July 19. Maryport Rescue also launched its emergency rescue boat. The police, coastguard rescue officers, and the Maryport Rescue boat crew entered the water and brought the person back to shore. A spokesperson from the Whitehaven Coastguard Rescue Team said: "After a short stretcher carry off the beach, the casualty was handed into the care of North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust for checking over and any further treatment."
Yahoo
04-07-2025
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Woman arrested after dog seized and bag of suspected heroin found in possession
A WOMAN was arrested for possession with intent to supply heroin, after police seized her dog in Maryport whilst out on patrol during Antisocial Behaviour Week. On Monday, June 30 as part of Antisocial Behaviour Week, officers were out on patrol in Maryport with Home Group Housing. Police said 'it didn't take long' before they received a report about someone keeping a dog in breach of a court order that bans her, for life, from having animals. The report turned out to be true and a woman was arrested, with the dog 'safely seized by officers'. In a statement on social media, Allerdale police said: "We can confirm: she's a very good dog and received plenty of tummy rubs. Unfortunately for the owner, officers also found a not-so-fetching surprise — a bag of suspected heroin tucked away nearby. "One suspect is now helping us with two investigations: Breaching a court order Possession with intent to supply heroin One good dog is off to be rehomed with a loving new family. "One not-so-good owner could be off to be rehomed at His Majesty's pleasure."
Yahoo
03-07-2025
- Business
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Teenage Market to take place in Maryport this summer
Young entrepreneurs will be in West Cumbria next month as Maryport hosts its first-ever Teenage Market. The pop-up market will form part of the Taste of the Sea festival, running on August 9 and 10. Open to those aged eight to 25, the Teenage Market offers a supportive, risk-free environment to sell products, build confidence, and develop entrepreneurial skills. Councillor Anne Quilter, executive member for vibrant and healthy places at Cumberland Council, said: "I am thrilled to see the Teenage Market taking place in Maryport for the first time and that it is being incorporated into one of our wonderful Taste Cumbria events. "Feedback from the young people who have taken part in previous markets has shown how much it has helped to develop their self-confidence and sense of achievement as well giving them a fun and enjoyable day. "I encourage any young person who is thinking about signing up to have a stall at the Maryport Teenage Market to get involved and begin your business journey." The market will be delivered in partnership with Taste Cumbria and Maryport Horizons CIC, following the success of previous Teenage Markets in Carlisle. Participants will be provided with a gazebo and table. Young traders from across West Cumbria have already signed up, with goods on offer set to include crochet soft toys, bags, macrame keyrings, 3D-printed items, sweet treats, and Cumbrian-made streetwear. Karen Harwood, whose daughter Rose will be trading for the first time at the event, said: "Rose has always loved making things for family and friends and then had the idea to set up her own business, Fellcraft. "Rose has been looking for places to sell her homemade crafts, so when she heard about the Teenage Market through school this seemed the perfect opportunity." Paul Williamson of Maryport Horizons CIC said: "We are delighted to be working in partnership with Cumberland Council and Taste Cumbria to bring the Teenage Market to Maryport. "At Maryport Horizons we are working to attract and maximise community investment to improve the lives of those living in Maryport and the surrounding areas. "The Teenage Market totally complements these aspirations by providing an opportunity for our young people to showcase their talents and develop their business skills, showing that Maryport really is a place where businesses can grow and be supported." There is still time for young people to get involved. Applicants must create a performer profile on the Teenage Market website before applying to trade on either Saturday or Sunday, or both days. The deadline for applications is Friday, July 11. The Maryport Teenage Market is supported by funding from the UK government's UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Taste Cumbria's Taste of the Sea festival will take place around Maryport harbour and the town's new event space. The event will feature a producers market, live cookery demonstrations, music, and family activities. For full details on the festival, visit To register for the Teenage Market, email teenagemarket@ for more information.
Yahoo
30-06-2025
- Business
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More than 1000 people attend first Maryport local makers' market
More than 1,000 people attended the Maryport makers' market on Sunday, June 29. The event was held on the harbourside and featured some of the best artisan producers and crafters from across Cumbria. The market was organised by Cumbrian outfit, TEGretail who aim to 'foster entrepreneurship' and 'revitalise' local economies. The group provide mentorship, market opportunities, and business consultancy to help entrepreneurs transition from market stalls to permanent retail spaces. Stalls at the event included Chloes Chateau, Manor Barn Cumbria, Cumbrian Coastal Kitchen and DosaChaska. READ MORE: Peaky's Barber Shop in Penrith nominated for award | News and Star A spokesperson for TEGretail said: 'What a fantastic first day we have had at Maryport! Scenic and sunny. 'We have had more than 1000 people come through the 'doors' 'A big thank you to The Buyers Club for their music and Maryport Business Group and Maryport Horizons Social Enterprise for welcoming us to this amazing space and thank you of course to our fab traders and all who came, supported and shared. 'July here we come.'
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26-06-2025
- General
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School's education quality 'requires improvement'
A school has been told the quality of its education "requires improvement". Inspectors from the watchdog Ofsted found that pupils' personal development, behaviour and attitude at Netherhall School in Maryport were "good", but that the quality of education, sixth form provision, and leadership needed to be improved. The report also said that pupils were benefiting from a revised curriculum which "raised expectations for pupils' achievement", but that there were weaknesses in how well some subjects were delivered, including in sixth form. The school has been approached for comment. Ofsted's previous full inspection in 2018 had judged the school to be "good" across all criteria. The school, which has 870 children on its roll, was found to have undergone "many changes" in leadership and staffing since the previous report. Inspectors said pupils enjoyed attending Netherhall and that sixth form students served as "excellent role models" for younger children. The report also highlighted the "extensive range" the school offered including sport events, overseas trips and charity fundraisers. However, inspectors said the school had not ensured pupils' understanding was checked "well enough". "This means that sometimes staff do not know when pupils have gaps in their knowledge or whether they remember their learning over time," they said. "This hampers them from building on what they know and can do already." Inspectors said the school was taking steps to improve "many aspects of its provision" leading to improved attendance rates. They also praised children's behaviour and said staff were "proud" of their work. Governors were said to not always challenge the school "effectively". "This means that governors do not have a precise understanding of the school's strengths and areas for development," the report added. Follow BBC Cumbria on X, Facebook, Nextdoor and Instagram. Teachers praised errors as correct, Ofsted finds College told to improve or risk losing funding Ofsted
