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NUFC News: Tottenham Hotspur 5 Newcastle United 0

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 19:41:00 GMT

TOTTENHAM'S fans pleaded with Harry Redknapp to snub England and stay at White Hart Lane this evening as the Spurs boss masterminded a brutal hammering of Newcastle.

Today's News: Story of Silksworth struggle to be retold at Beamish Museum

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ANDREW GLOVER on a strike that almost brought down a coal company and saw children evicted on to the streets in winter.

Today's News: Fears over teaching of maths in schools

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A LEADING education figure is backing a new report which warns that the maths curriculum does not add up.

Horse Racing: Point to point

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

MILDER weather in Scotland since Wednesday means the resumption of the Northern Area season with tomorrow’s Dumfriesshire & Stewartry fixture at Overton Farm, Crossford, where a six-race card with 103 entries gets under way at 12.30pm.

Football: Scottish League Third Division

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

HAVING seen their last two matches against Clyde and Peterhead called off due to the cold snap, Berwick Rangers travel to Clackmannanshire today to take on leaders Alloa Athletic.

Football: Perils of the loan market starting to frustrate Mowbray

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

MIDDLESBROUGH boss Tony Mowbray is still scouring the loan market to bolster his squad but admits he is finding it tough persuading clubs to part with their players.

Football: Hartlepool boss throws down the gauntlet

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

NEALE Cooper has challenged his Hartlepool players to pick up their league campaign this afternoon where they left off a fortnight ago.

Newcastle Falcons: Newcastle Falcons in Bath seeking escape route

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

NEWCASTLE Falcons today return to the scene of last season’s remarkable escape act with an Aviva Premiership trip to Bath’s Recreation Ground.

Newcastle Falcons: Wells is urging Newcastle Falcons: Dig deep

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

John Wells has arrived at Kingston Park determined to drill a winning mentality into Newcastle Falcons’ survival push. Mark Smith hears how he intends to do it.

Gateshead Thunder: Confident Gateshead Thunder ready to rumble

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

GATESHEAD Thunder kick off the new rugby league season at home to Doncaster tomorrow confident they can improve on their previous campaign.

Basketball: Unfailing Joe Chapman takes the plaudits

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ANOTHER shooting master-class by the red-hot Joe Chapman was the highlight for Newcastle Eagles as they punched their ticket for their second major final of the season with ease at Sport Central last night.

Sunderland News: Phil Bardsley is talking tough on Arsenal

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

HAVING come back from their last three trips to Wearside winless Arsenal should know it better than most, but Phil Bardsley believes the whole Premier League are starting to regard Sunderland as tough cookies.

Sunderland News: Martin O'Neill looks to put old enemy Wenger on floor

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 08:25:00 GMT

It won’t just be the presence of a former judo champion which means Martin O’Neill will have “no fear” today. But do not mistake that for a lack of respect for Arsenal manager Arsène Wenger.

Sunderland News: Connor Wickham goes extra mile for Sunderland

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 08:30:00 GMT

SUNDERLAND striker Connor Wickham will be put through extra training sessions between now and the end of the season as Martin O’Neill looks to the England under-21 man to move up a level in the coming months.

NUFC News: United to learn from Spurs says Shola Ameobi

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SHOLA Ameobi believes today’s opponents Tottenham Hotspur are an ideal model for Newcastle United.

NUFC News: Alan Pardew's youthful intentions for NUFC

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 08:30:00 GMT

HAVING transformed Newcastle United’s first-team, Alan Pardew is demanding similar improvements lower down the St James’ Park structure.

NUFC News: Cissé looking to build on NUFC debut strike

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 08:25:00 GMT

An ordinary man with an extraordinary shirt – Papiss Demba Cissé is Newcastle new number nine with a difference. Mark Douglas reports.

Today's News: Stars will kick off NUFC Foundation's birthday

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 08:25:00 GMT

FAMOUS faces gathered to celebrate a year’s community work by Newcastle United’s charitable arm.

Today's News: Union's fury on pay changes for care workers

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 08:10:00 GMT

CARE workers have been told their pay will be postponed for a month at the company which rescued scores of Southern Cross homes.

Today's News: Iconic Morpeth bookstore Appleby's to close after roadworks cause major slump in trade

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 08:05:00 GMT

A BOOKSHOP that has been an institution in a historic market town for almost 130 years is closing down following a big slump in business.

Today's News: Cameron urged to dump NHS shake-up or face his "Waterloo"

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ONE of the North East’s leading doctors yesterday urged David Cameron to “cut his losses” on controversial NHS reforms as Labour claimed they could be the Prime Minister’s “Waterloo”.

Today's News: Partnership of schools is finished

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A CONTROVERSIAL partnership between four schools and a national education trust is coming to an end - just 16 months after it formed.

Today's News: £3.2m Newcastle International Airport extension is on schedule

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

BUSINESS travellers will soon be able to breeze through airport security checks thanks to a £3.2m extension of Newcastle International Airport.

Today's News: Family in £1m legal fight over Cork Airport crash

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 08:15:00 GMT

THE girlfriend and parents of a co-pilot killed in a plane crash a year ago are suing two companies involved in running the flight.

Non-League Football: Northern Alliance

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

HEBBURN Reyrolle take on Brandon British Legion in the semi-finals of the Durham FA Trophy, writes JON TAIT.

Non-League Football: Dixon plays down his side’s chances

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

WEST Auckland Town are not expected to beat Whitley Bay, according to their manager Peter Dixon.

Non-League Football: Evo-Stik First Division North

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

DICKIE Ord believes Durham City can still make a late charge for the play-offs.

Non-League Football: It’s our biggest game yet – Cassidy

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

TOMMY Cassidy insists Blyth’s game against Histon is their biggest of the season and a “must-win”.

Today's News: Protesters in Tyneside ready to walk for wildlife

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

HUNDREDS of people are expected to turn out tomorrow for a walk organised in protest at two Tyneside housing proposals.

Non-League Football: Gateshead are hoping to make a splash

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

IAN Bogie insists today’s game against Bath City is a must-win but has been there before.

Today's News: Elderly postmaster and wife attacked by crowbar gang

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 08:30:00 GMT

AN elderly postmaster and his wife were brutally beaten by crowbar-wielding masked robbers who escaped with cash in the couple’s car.

Today's News: Newcastle Falcons players' cooking skills up for auction at Close House Hotel charity event

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 08:20:00 GMT

DELICATE dinners and haute cuisine aren’t usually associated with big, burly rugby players.

Book Reviews: Post-Fleming Bond novels are being reissued

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

“JAMES BOND changed down into third gear, drifted the Saab 900 Turbo into a tight left-hand turn, clinging to the grass verge, then put on a fraction more power to bring the car out of the bend.”

Horse Racing: All-weather action takes centre stage

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

WHILE all-weather racing is not for me, I accept it keeps the show on the road when National Hunt is in the grip of the wintry weather.

Music: Music is the food of love for pair

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

If music is the food of love then prepare yourself for a Valentine’s Day feast, as BARBARA HODGSON reports

Horse Racing: Ubi could be the Ace in the pack

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

IF the weather forecast is accurate, Musselburgh will provide the only racing on turf in Britain today with a resurrected card from last weekend.

Today's News: Warning over freezing rain as gritters ready for action

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

THE cold snap is expected to continue to bite throughout the weekend before milder conditions arrive on Monday.

Today's News: Martin's flying start to keep track of feathered friends

JournalLive — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

TEN years of collecting have given ornithologist Martin Davison a flying start on the task of keeping track of a rare bird of prey. Kielder Water & Forest Park in Northumberland is one of only two strongholds in the country for the goshawk.

Film Reviews: Review: The Muppets

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 08:30:00 GMT

FOR more than 35 years, Kermit The Frog, Miss Piggy and pals have been engrained in our rose-tinted childhood memories.

Breaking News: Sunderland star Titus Bramble denies sex assault charges

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:02:00 GMT

SUNDERLAND footballer Titus Bramble has appeared in court to deny sexual assault charges.

Football: Fabio Capello won't be missed by North East

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 08:28:00 GMT

IN four years spent in English football’s highest office, Fabio Capello bore witness to more live games at the San Siro than he did at both the Stadium of Light and St James’ Park combined.

Haltwhistle News: Housesteads Roman Fort stonework carving scanned

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

WORK to improve the condition of ancient stonework from Housesteads Roman Fort has taken place at its temporary home in North Yorkshire, in time for the opening of a new attraction at Housesteads this spring.

Today's News: North East told not to be gloomy on cuts

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ASENIOR Conservative has said people worried about the Coalition’s austerity measures are “overdoing the gloom” – despite 6,000 North East council staff losing their jobs.

Morpeth News: Environment Minister given facts on visit to Morpeth

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

REPRESENTATIVES of the Country Land and Business Association (CLA) were on hand to brief Environment Minister Richard Benyon during his fact-finding visit to the North East.

Ashington News: MP Ian Lavery warning over asbestos in schools

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A NORTH East MP has warned dozens of people could be dying a year because of exposure to asbestos in schools.

Amble News: English Heritage sites encouraging a love-filled Leap Year

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ROMANCE will be in the air at some of the North East’s historic sites this Leap Year.

Today's News: Home Group to launch new apprenticeship scheme

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A TYNESIDE social housing provider has today revealed its plans for a new apprenticeship scheme which will create on-the-job training for 215 people.

Today's News: Lindisfarne Castle spruced up for early visitor opening

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

STAFF have been working to get a Northumberland castle shipshape in time for an early opening for this year’s visitor season.

Berwick News: A68 closed near Otterburn after accident

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A section of the A68 in north Northumberland was closed for an hour last night while a toppled lorry was recovered.

Hexham News: Hexham Town councillor Catherine Robinson resigns

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:00:00 GMT

HEXHAM Town councillor Catherine Robinson has resigned due to pressure of work.

Haltwhistle Events: WWII veterans experiences wanted during public meeting

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

VETERANS of the Second World War are being asked for their experiences of the conflict at a public meeting.

Northumberland County News: Housing Benefit help for Northumberland needy

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:00:00 GMT

PEOPLE in Northumberland who claim housing benefit are being offered help from the county council to understand changes to payments caused by the Government’s welfare reforms.

Hexham Events: Digital UK session comes to Hexham

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

AN information session will be held by Digital UK in Hexham ahead of the analogue TV signal switch-off in the area this autumn.

Corbridge Events: Vintage charity show to be held at Slaley Commemoration Hall

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SLALEY village in Northumberland is set to host a charity show of vintage fashion dating back to 1880.

Northumberland County News: Northumberland IT skills project gets cash boost

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:16:00 GMT

A PROJECT which aims to improve computer skills and access to online services for older people in Northumberland has been given a £10,000 boost by the county council.

Ashington News: Police give bullying talk at Hirst Park Middle School

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

TWO police officers took over a morning assembly at a Northumberland school to help pupils learn more about the issues of bullying and anti-social behaviour.

Sea Angling: Dad proud of Keir Dodds' big catch at the Glass Centre

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

WHAT a day it was for five-year-old Keir Dodds when he went fishing to the Glass Centre with his dad Paul.

Coarse Angling: Steve Wood in hot form at Whittle Dene despite cold

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

THE cold snap has crippled angling and even matches such as the Yarm AA Open on the Tees were cancelled as most of the pegs were frozen.

The Journal Culture Club: Spaghetti Western Orchestra ticket offer

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:43:00 GMT

CULTURE CLUB members have the chance to take advantage of an exclusive ticket offer to see Spaghetti Western at The Sunderland Empire on Sunday, February 19 for just £15!.

Rugby Other: Regional preview

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

BLAYDON travel to London tomorrow with a host of new faces on board for their SSE National One encounter at Blackheath.

The Journal Culture Club: Leap into love this February – WIN one of two couple’s passes to a romantic English Heritage site in the North East!

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:38:00 GMT

ENGLISH HERITAGE has teamed up with The Journal Culture Club to offer two lucky couples the chance to experience some of the region’s romantic hot spots, with a free trip to one of its stunning North East properties.

The Journal Culture Club: Win tickets to the world premiere of Stanford Violin Concerto No.2

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:32:00 GMT

CULTURE CLUB members have the chance to win a pair of tickets to the world premiere of Stanford Violin Concerto No. 2, on Friday, March 2, at 7:30pm at Durham Cathedral.

Today's News: Rural Northumberland GP cash cuts may be overturned

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A CONTROVERSIAL move to cut funding to rural GP practices could be overturned after a North East health trust was forced to re-assess its decision.

Today's News: Alcan bosses reneged on deal claims union

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A FORMAL consultation process on plans to close Northumberland’s biggest private-sector employer has been labelled a sham by a trade union representing the threatened workforce.

Today's News: Empty Blyth school gets guardian angel tenants

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

DESIGN engineer Adam Burbidge is enjoying life back at school at the age of 27 – but these days it is where he calls home rather than a place of learning.

Today's News: Pinnacles chip shop in Seahouses hit by fire

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A POPULAR fish and chip shop in a Northumberland coastal village was ravaged by fire yesterday.

Today's News: Morpeth flood defence upgrade gets final go-ahead

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

DETAILED design work on the stalled £21m upgrade for Morpeth’s ageing flood defences will now gather pace after the vital project finally got the green light.

Helen Savage: New Zealand winemakers rise to Riesling challenge

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

NEW Zealand Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir are so good that it’s sometimes easy to forget just how good other New Zealand wines can be. This was brought home to me by two special features at the annual trade tasting of New Zealand wines in London a fortnight ago.

Food News & Features: North East food champions flying the region's flag

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 08:30:00 GMT

JOANNE Moran is very proud to champion local produce in the family’s busy farm shop and 80-seat café at Rainton Gate in County Durham.

Restaurant Reviews: Jashn, Whickham Bank, Swalwell

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

IT’S only when you’ve taken on the wonders of the sea in your own kitchen that you can appreciate well-cooked seafood when it’s put in front of you.

Food News & Features: Son brings old Alnwick ale recipes back to life

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

IT WAS only when he died that they found them: sitting among his papers, untouched because of the intense memories they held. But not forgotten.

Film Reviews: Review: The Woman in Black

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

I ADMIT to feeling a little excited when I went to this viewing.

Film Reviews: Review: Big Miracle

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

IN 1988, countries came together to free three grey whales stranded in the pack ice near Barrow Point in Alaska.

Today's News: Pitmen Painters play makes debut in Canada

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

IT has left audiences spellbound, wowed the West End in London and proved a hit on Broadway in New York.

Basketball: Fab Flournoy: It's still only half-time in Trophy clash

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

FAB Flournoy will not hand his young guns the chance to rub salt into the wounds of smarting Sheffield Sharks – despite his Newcastle Eagles having planted one foot firmly in the final of the BBL Trophy.

Newcastle Falcons: Jamie Helleur: Winning ugly is just fine

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

JAMIE Helleur is hopeful that Newcastle Falcons’ fans will forgive his side for winning ugly if it keeps them in the Aviva Premiership.

Recipes: Cheese on toast

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 08:30:00 GMT

HOW can I give a recipe for something as mundane as cheese on toast? Surely nobody needs a recipe for something so simple. Well, we’re just putting this on our menu so maybe it’s just a little bit different from the norm.

Today's News: Solar power subsidy cuts put Newcastle jobs at risk

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

THE Government yesterday defended plans to further cut the subsidy available to households installing solar panels despite fears the move will spark local job losses.

Sunderland News: Jack Colback: There's no excuse for failure

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 08:30:00 GMT

MARTIN O’Neill has installed a ‘no excuses’ culture at Sunderland within three months of taking over, says transformed midfield ace Jack Colback.

NUFC News: Alan Pardew not thinking about England manager job

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 08:30:00 GMT

ALAN Pardew has moved to assure Newcastle supporters that he’s staying put, despite speculation linking him to the England job.

Bill Oldfield: Making food a health statement

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

JOGGER’S nipple, unmentionable chafing and damaged knees. The downsides of pulling on some running gear and doing a little gentle exercise designed to

Today's News: Black ice causes chaos on North East roads

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 08:30:00 GMT

SEVERE weather warnings today remain in place for much of the North East as freezing rain and Arctic temperatures continue to hit the region.

Today's News: North East Lib Dems warn of election disaster

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

LIBERAL Democrats from the North East are to warn members coming to Gateshead for their spring conference of an election “disaster” awaiting the party as a result of coalition government.

Horse Racing: Hopes winter weather doesn't hit Gosforth Park

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

AN Arctic blast has swept across the country lately, and it’s played havoc with the fixture list with courses up and down the land suffering abandoned meetings due to the snow and ice.

Today's News: Surviving Winter campaign fund reaches £25,000

JournalLive — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

AS Fuel Poverty Awareness Day takes place today The Journal-backed Surviving Winter campaign fund has reached more than £25,000 to help those in need.

Breaking News: Morpeth flood scheme gets final approval

JournalLive — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:19:00 GMT

WORK on Morpeth's £21m flood alleviation scheme is set to start in about a year's time after it was given final approval yesterday.

Breaking News: Nicklas Bendtner and Lee Cattermole charged with criminal damage

JournalLive — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:50:00 GMT

SUNDERLAND stars Nicklas Bendtner and Lee Cattermole were today charged with criminal damage after cars were allegedly vandalised close to the home of their arch rivals.

Allendale News: Talks staged on North East’s history

JournalLive — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

NORTHUMBERLAND’S fighting spirit is on the agenda for Newcastle University historian John Sadler in a series of Tynedale library lectures in the next two months.

Today's News: Alnwick faces loss of three popular pubs

JournalLive — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

THREE locals in a Northumberland market town could soon be closed, with one boss revealing the difficulties facing pubs.

Corbridge News: Woman in hospital after car crash near Minsteracres

JournalLive — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A WOMEN was rushed to hospital after the car she was driving hit a tree.

Hexham News: Bandstand show planned in Hexham to mark Olympics

JournalLive — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A BANDSTAND marathon in Hexham is being planned to mark the end of the London Olympic Games.

Bellingham Events: Murder mystery night comes to Rochester village hall

JournalLive — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:10:00 GMT

ROCHESTER village hall, Northumberland, will stage a murder mystery night on Saturday February 18 (7.30pm). Proceeds from the night will to the hall.

Today's News: North Tyneside MP confronts David Cameron over shipyard jobs

JournalLive — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A TYNESIDE MP yesterday challenged David Cameron to curb taxes which she warned are threatening hundreds of local jobs.

Today's News: Marmaris kebab shop in Blyth forcibly bought by council

JournalLive — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A KEBAB shop owner who claims to have introduced the popular dish to a Northumberland town has been forced to leave his takeaway to make room for the redevelopment of a supermarket.

Today's News: Redundant council properties should be used to help businesses - Tory leader

JournalLive — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A STOCK of empty council properties in Northumberland should be given over free of charge to help new businesses, the Conservative opposition says.

Today's News: Rock Hall School celebrates being saved from closure

JournalLive — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A POPULAR rural school has been saved from closure after a six-week survival campaign by parents.

Today's News: Scottish Borders Brewery celebrate first anniversary

JournalLive — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Scottish Borders Brewery set alight a specially-made beer candle to mark the occasion.

Today's News: Alnwick Garden set to open after winter clean-up

JournalLive — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 08:28:00 GMT

IT is one of the jewels of the North East, a haven of tranquillity and natural beauty – and now Alnwick Garden is set to open its doors again after a winter clean-up.

Music: Preview: Eric Faulkner at the Head of Steam, Newcastle

JournalLive — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

THE chap with the guitar is Eric Faulkner and he’ll be performing at the Head of Steam opposite Newcastle Central Station on Friday.

Theatre: Review: Rambert Dance Company, Newcastle Theatre Royal

JournalLive — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

THIS was a night to expect the unexpected from Rambert. For it wasn’t the beautiful Roses nor the playful Seven For a Secret, Never to be Told that won the night, but the powerful Monolith.