Dec
2008
Articles from 3rd Dec 2008
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Mum falls foul of speed camera on fast-food trip
Dec 03 2008 | Today's News
A HUNGRY mother was caught speeding twice in three minutes, 23 seconds, by the same camera – and found time to stop for a McDonald’s in between. Read
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Festival finale will highlight Seaton Delaval Hall appeal
Dec 03 2008 | Today's News
A LIGHTS festival ends this week with a Northumberland mansion getting the illumination treatment. Read
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Lap dance battle will be won today
Dec 03 2008 | Today's News
MINISTERS are today expected to unveil tough new rules on lap dancing clubs after a campaign by a North MP. Read
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Corrupt detective John Jones is facing jail term
Dec 03 2008 | Today's News
A FORMER North police officer whose corrupt association with a career criminal was exposed by a gangland murder inquiry is today (Wed) facing jail. Read
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Airman killed in Iraq operation
Dec 03 2008 | Today's News
A NORTHUMBERLAND serviceman was crushed to death under a helicopter after a botched landing in Iraq, an inquest has heard. Read
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Vision unveiled for revitalised coastline
Dec 03 2008 | Today's News
A VISION will be presented today for the regeneration of Sunderland’s coastline. Sunderland City Council’s Cabinet is being recommended to agree to a public consultation in February to gather ideas for the Seaburn and Roker areas. Read
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Developers invited to submit plans for transformation of town
Dec 03 2008 | Today's News
DEVELOPERS will be invited this week to table exciting ideas for a key site on North Tyneside’s seafront. Read
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Tynemouth white sands
Dec 03 2008 | Today's News
WHITE winter scenes were common in the North East yesterday as the cold weather continued, with more snow predicted later in the week. Read
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Cult leader forced lover into sex acts
Dec 03 2008 | Today's News
A SELF-STYLED sex master who walked girlfriends around on a dog lead was jailed for three years yesterday for forcing a lover to sleep with other men. Read
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Cathedral scene may hit £50,000
Dec 03 2008 | Today's News
A PAINTING of a County Durham scene by one of Britain’s greatest artists is set to fetch up to £50,000 at auction tomorrow. Read
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Britain's 'worst' Christmas tree staying put
Dec 03 2008 | Today's News
LOCALS dismayed by the size and appearance of a threadbare town centre Christmas tree they branded the worst in the country could be stuck with it. Read
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Academy plan welcomed
Dec 03 2008 | Today's News
PLANS to create Northumberland’s second academy school at a cost of £48m were yesterday hailed as the step- change needed to improve poor exam results and give local youngsters a better chance in life. Read
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Tributes to brave rugby player Ali
Dec 03 2008 | Today's News
THE CHAIRMAN of Newcastle Falcons yesterday paid tribute to former academy player Ali Johnson, who died on Monday following a stroke. Read
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Full steam ahead for shoppers
Dec 03 2008 | Today's News
RAIL campaigners yesterday welcomed an early present for Christmas shoppers in Northumberland with the launch of a special Sunday train service over the festive period. Read
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Kickboxers strike gold at world title event
Dec 03 2008 | Today's News
TWO Northumberland kickboxers have claimed gold for Great Britain in a top international competition. Andy Gray, from Guidepost, and Ken Forrest, from Bedlington, both came out victorious in the World Kickboxing Championships in Florida last month. Read
