Apr
2009
Articles from 9th Apr 2009
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North Sea ship accident victim named as David Stephenson
Apr 09 2009 | Today's News
AN offshore worker who died in an accident on a diving support vessel in the North Sea has been named as a man from Northumberland. Read
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1911 census now available online
Apr 09 2009 | Today's News
HISTORICAL insights into life in the North East will be available on an online 1911 census, uncovering the years that shaped our past. Read
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Michael Mitten reaches the North Pole for cancer charity
Apr 09 2009 | Today's News
A SON reached the North Pole after a seven-day trek to raise money for the charity that helped his father. Read
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Green homes look set to get go-ahead
Apr 09 2009 | Today's News
PLANS to build over 250 environmentally friendly homes and apartments on the former site of Gateshead College look set to be given the go-ahead. Read
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Friends pay tribute to Gino Shepherd
Apr 09 2009 | Today's News
A LEVEL crossing where a teenager was killed has been turned into a shrine by his friends. Tributes have been paid to popular Gino Shepherd who lost his life when he was hit by a train, in Ryton, Gateshead. Read
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Ex-soldier caught with live grenades
Apr 09 2009 | Today's News
A FORMER soldier with a distinguished military record was caught transporting a stash of lethal hand grenades, a court heard. Read
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PC John Dougal faces jail over death of Hayley Adamson
Apr 09 2009 | Today's News
SHAMED police officer John Dougal is today facing years in jail after being convicted of causing schoolgirl Hayley Adamson’s death by dangerous driving. Read
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Police Chief apologises for Hayley Adamson tragedy
Apr 09 2009 | Today's News
A SENIOR police officer has said sorry to Hayley Adamson’s family for her tragic and untimely death. Read
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Women victims of divide and conquer
Apr 09 2009 | Today's News
Strong role models, a belief they can succeed and learning the rules of the game early can help young women achieve their ambitions and create the North East’s next generation of leaders. Karen Dent speaks to some of the women who will be inspiring, informing and motivating teenagers at a special event later this month. Read
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North East could become 'green' under Government plans
Apr 09 2009 | Today's News
THE North East could host a “green city” under a Government drive to make Britain a world leader in electric vehicles. Read
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Unions and npower seek solution to staff move
Apr 09 2009 | Today's News
UNIONS and energy bosses have promised to work together as npower prepares to move more than 900 staff from Newcastle city centre to Wearside. Read
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Figures reveal 185 killed by hunger in hospital
Apr 09 2009 | Today's News
URGENT calls for an investigation into care standards were made last night after figures revealed nearly 200 people have died from malnutrition in North East hospitals over a decade. Read
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Berwick identical twins are Britain’s youngest pub licensees
Apr 09 2009 | Today's News
IDENTICAL twins from Northumberland are believed to have become the youngest pub licensees in Britain. Read
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Nibbles cafe at Newbiggin nearing 100 varieties of scones
Apr 09 2009 | Today's News
A SEASIDE cafe owner is rising to the challenge of setting a record for the biggest variety of scones on offer to customers – as numbers approach the magical 100 mark. Read
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King Edward VI pupils create credit crunch fashion
Apr 09 2009 | Today's News
COST-conscious students took to the catwalk for a special fashion show aimed at demonstrating how a stylish look can be created on an ultra-tight budget. Read
