Sunday, 27 July 2008

In Princess Diana’s footsteps

Rae McGrath photo

“We were playing a game by the railroad track on the hillside, we had to hop up the hill, we each took our turn.The innocent, eye-prickling testimony of a six-year-old girl blown up by a mine as she played with her friends was part of Rae McGrath’s Nobel Peace Prize-winning acceptance speech.

Past & Present

Priceless legacy of a genetics genius

frit18lou Cumbria is famous for the diversity of its scenery and wildlife. Many of its special plants and animals are only here because of the unspoiled nature of much of the county.

Ex-pats

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Family history

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Arts News

‘City’ loco model on display

A SEVEN-FOOT-LONG replica of a ‘City of Carlisle’ steam locomotive will go on display in Tullie House Museum tomorrow.

Agenda

In Princess Diana’s footsteps

Rae McGrath photo “We were playing a game by the railroad track on the hillside, we had to hop up the hill, we each took our turn.The innocent, eye-prickling testimony of a six-year-old girl blown up by a mine as she played with her friends was part of Rae McGrath’s Nobel Peace Prize-winning acceptance speech.

Reviews

Sartorial and musical variety

Nicky Spence and Julia CobbyTenor Nicky Spence showed that his musical celebrity has been well-earned in a delightful recital in Carlisle Cathedral for the city’s International Summer Festival. His gift for communication together with a truly outstanding voice made this a real occasion.

Money Matters

Tales of the unexpected debt

newdebt25lou The rising cost of motor fuel and household bills is in the press on a daily basis. With the cost of living increasing faster than earnings, your disposable income is constantly being reduced.

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