Dec
2008
Articles from 30th Dec 2008
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Sir Bobby Robson and other remarkable people
Dec 30 2008 | Today's News
In the final part of our review of the year Neil McKay looks at the headline-makers from the past three months Read
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Final honours for keen soldier and loving son
Dec 30 2008 | Today's News
A NORTH East Royal Marine killed by a teenage suicide bomber has been laid to rest in his home town. Read
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Rent bill forced Officers Club closure
Dec 30 2008 | Today's News
A CHRISTMAS Day rent bill of £3.5m led to the administration of a North East menswear chain and, despite 118 of the 150 outlets being saved, more store closures may follow as the recession bites deeper into family budgets. Read
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Knife thugs let off with caution
Dec 30 2008 | Today's News
KNIFE-CARRYING thugs have been let off with cautions and warnings, a Journal investigation has revealed. Read
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Pupils twig on to making the most of outdoor space
Dec 30 2008 | Today's News
SCHOOLGIRLS from Tyneside have created a unique outdoor learning space. Read
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Council tax rise possible
Dec 30 2008 | Today's News
SPENDING chiefs at a new super-council set up to save money are already considering a 5% council tax increase. Staff putting together the budget for Durham County Council's new unitary authority have told councillors that the best way to meet savings targets is to raise local taxes by the maximum amount the Government will allow. Read
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Sir Bobby Robson handed cheque to hit £1m
Dec 30 2008 | Today's News
A GALA fundraising night in aid of Sir Bobby Robson raised almost £175,000, taking the total raised for his cancer research charity past the £1m mark. Read
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Only 40 tickets left for Blyth's big cup fixture
Dec 30 2008 | Today's News
ONLY 40 tickets are left for Blyth Spartans’ big FA Cup clash against Blackburn Rovers. Club chairman Tony Platten last night told The Journal the final few precious spots at Croft Park would be sold from the social club on Saturday morning. Read
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Knocked out by crutch in city attack
Dec 30 2008 | Today's News
POLICE are hunting a man who attacked an innocent bystander with a crutch. Read
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Cash aid to fight pigeon menace in Northumberland
Dec 30 2008 | Today's News
TALKS have been held in a bid to find a solution to a feathered pest problem in two Northumberland towns. Read
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Staff put sea into Seaton Delaval Hall
Dec 30 2008 | Today's News
NATIONAL Trust boss David Ronn has pushed the boat out as the deadline nears in the bid to raise enough cash to buy Seaton Delaval Hall. Read
