Dec
2007
Articles from 19th Dec 2007
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Sunderland to London train finally arrives
Dec 19 2007 | Today's News
LIKE the Hogwarts Express, the 20.36 from London sneaked unannounced into the station – two minutes late – last night. Read
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£30m plan for eyesore site
Dec 19 2007 | Today's News
THE end of a decade-long regeneration story seems to be in sight at last as new plans for a £30m office block on the site of the hated Westgate House are put forward. Read
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Motorist ‘to blame’ for death of biker
Dec 19 2007 | Today's News
A DRIVER was to blame for a horrific crash which killed a motorcycling enthusiast enjoying a day out with her partner, a court heard yesterday. Read
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An extra lifeline for the Northern Rock
Dec 19 2007 | Today's News
THE Government yesterday made a new move to secure Northern Rock’s future by extending a key financial lifeline. Read
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Villagers welcome bridge reopening
Dec 19 2007 | Today's News
A NORTHUMBERLAND bridge that has been closed for almost four months reopened yesterday. Read
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Region’s Lib Dems hail a new leader
Dec 19 2007 | Today's News
LIBERAL Democrats in the North-East are hoping to secure election victories following Nick Clegg’s party leadership win. Read
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Teacher faces being banned from class
Dec 19 2007 | Today's News
A TEACHER could be banned from the classroom after being accused of acting inappropriately with students at two North schools. Read
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Nick gives the gift of laughter
Dec 19 2007 | Today's News
TEN lucky readers got an extra dose of Christmas cheer this week thanks to The Journal. The chosen 10 win a copy of a cartoon book packed full of the finest comic sketches to appear in The Journal. Read
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Unveiling of rock star memorial is a family affair
Dec 19 2007 | Today's News
FANS and friends of North-East musician Chas Chandler turned out for the unveiling of a memorial at his former home yesterday. Read
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Brothers guilty of murder plot
Dec 19 2007 | Today's News
TWO brothers are facing jail today for plotting to kill a disabled father who was gunned down in his own home. Paul Bourn and his brother Max were found guilty at Newcastle Crown Court yesterday of conspiracy to murder Jeffrey Lowdon who was shot four times at close range. Read
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The final countdown - Top ten books
Dec 19 2007 | Today's News
BOOKWORMS have made their voices heard when it comes to a good read over the festive season. Now the final countdown has begun to find the North-East’s favourite book. Read
