Feb
2008
Articles from 5th Feb 2008
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Homes plan looks set to be approved
Feb 05 2008 | Today's News
PLANS for a new housing development on the Northumberland coast look set to clear a final hurdle, despite local opposition. Read
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Householders pay ‘green’ bill
Feb 05 2008 | Today's News
HOUSEHOLD electricity bills are being used to subsidise massive profits for wind turbine companies. Read
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Just how are they supposed to plan for the future?
Feb 05 2008 | Today's News
WHEN it comes to moving quickly, the Department for Transport (DfT) knows how to do it. The only problem is that it is transport ministers who move rather than fed-up motorists on the congested A1 Western Bypass. Read
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Court told of businessman’s kidnap ordeal
Feb 05 2008 | Today's News
A KIDNAP victim was held to ransom by a gang which demanded £25,000 for his release from his businessman brother, a court was told yesterday. Read
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Olivant says no to the Rock
Feb 05 2008 | Today's News
HOPES of a private sector rescue of Northern Rock were dealt a blow last night after one of the leading contenders pulled out just before the bid deadline. Read
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Taser bolt subdues man after stand-off
Feb 05 2008 | Today's News
A MAN who caused a tense three-hour stand-off outside a house was overpowered when a police marksman fired 50,000 electric volts from Taser stun gun into him. Read
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Parents to voice academy views
Feb 05 2008 | Today's News
ALMOST 20 public meetings will be held to give parents their say on plans for a £44.6m city academy in two neighbouring Northumberland communities. Read
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Ladies’ facelift will have them dancing for joy
Feb 05 2008 | Today's News
TWO dancing girls came down to earth for the first time in almost a century yesterday. Read
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A feelgood budget
Feb 05 2008 | Today's News
THOUSANDS of elderly people in Northumberland look set to get some good news this year after county council leaders unveiled surprise proposals for a feelgood farewell budget. Read
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Success for texting to tackle truancy
Feb 05 2008 | Today's News
A TRUANCY-TACKLING text messaging service for parents has been hailed a success by several schools. Read
