Apr
2009
Articles from 11th Apr 2009
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Former senior councillor told to apologise for jibe
Apr 11 2009 | Today's News
A FORMER senior councillor has been told to make a formal apology for personal comments he made to a political opponent during a heated council chamber debate. Read
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Anger as mobile mast plan threatens Hadrian's Wall
Apr 11 2009 | Today's News
A NEW bid to erect a mobile phone mast half a mile from one of the region’s historic treasures is being recommended for approval, despite strong opposition by local councillors. Read
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Economic downturn sparks poacher increase
Apr 11 2009 | Today's News
POACHERS are increasingly targeting North Northumberland since the economic downturn started, it was claimed last night. Read
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Christians make their way to Holy Island
Apr 11 2009 | Today's News
CHRISTIANS from far and wide gathered together in crossing the sandy stretch to Lindisfarne Island yesterday. Read
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Dad's anger at compensation fight for murdered son
Apr 11 2009 | Today's News
A GRIEVING father spoke of his anger yesterday at having to fight for compensation for his murdered son. Read
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Victory in fight to stop Ouseburn tower block
Apr 11 2009 | Today's News
CONTROVERSIAL plans for a tower block on the banks of the Tyne have been consigned to history after regeneration chiefs on Tyneside bought the land from developers. Read
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Award-winning pub boosts local food and drink
Apr 11 2009 | Today's News
REGULARS at an award-winning pub were served a brewing masterclass promoting some of the North East’s most historic beers. Read
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Schoolgirl piper Jessica a star in the making
Apr 11 2009 | Today's News
SCHOOLGIRL piper Jessica Lamb doesn’t blow her own trumpet – but the best in Britain says she’s a star in the making. Read
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Orienteering festival comes to the North East
Apr 11 2009 | Today's News
THOUSANDS of athletes descended on Newcastle city centre yesterday when an international orienteering event arrived in the North East. Read
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£55m funding brings public parks back into focus
Apr 11 2009 | Today's News
IN the later 19th Century the new public parks became the focus for civic pride in towns and cities. They were a centre for healthy exercise, fresh air, greenery and entertainment for all classes. Read
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£40,000 pledged to boost North East bird life
Apr 11 2009 | Today's News
AN inner-city park has been given a cash boost to improve its appeal for people and birdlife. Read
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TV to issue new plea over attack on doctor, 92
Apr 11 2009 | Today's News
ABRUTAL attack on a frail retired GP could be dramatised on television’s Crimewatch. Detectives investigating the attack on 92-year-old William Benson almost six months ago have already discussed the case with the show’s producers. Read
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A very happy birthday for eight-year-old Thomas
Apr 11 2009 | Today's News
A BRAVE youngster who heard Happy Birthday for the first time last year will be listening out for his name amid the cheers of thousands of football fans for the first time today. Read
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Chefs battle it out to cook a meal that’s fit for our heroes
Apr 11 2009 | Today's News
MICHELIN-starred chef Kenny Atkinson is set to begin his TV battle to cook up a taste of home to honour Britain’s returning war heroes. Read
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West Auckland to celebrate World Cup win anniversary
Apr 11 2009 | Today's News
FOOTBALL minnows preparing to celebrate the anniversary of winning the first ever World Cup have been rebuffed by the team they defeated in their second victorious final. Read
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Woman accused of driving on Metro line
Apr 11 2009 | Today's News
A WOMAN has appeared in court accused of driving her car hundreds of yards down a Metro track. Read
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Gateshead chicken row pair may yet crack it
Apr 11 2009 | Today's News
HOPE has appeared on the horizon for an elderly Good Life couple who were threatened with eviction from their home over two pet chickens. Read
