Jun
2009
Articles from 20th Jun 2009
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Thousands flock to Newcastle to enjoy the Hoppings
Jun 20 2009 | Today's News
THOUSANDS of thrill seekers flocked to Newcastle last night on the first day of the Hoppings. Stomach-churning rides and traditional sideshows drew families from across the North East to the annual funfair. Read
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Legend Sir Peter Blake's farewell to the Polaroid
Jun 20 2009 | Today's News
AN exclusive exhibition by Sir Peter Blake opened in Newcastle yesterday, featuring a series of signed Polaroids. Read
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Little baby Grace makes miracle recovery
Jun 20 2009 | Today's News
A TINY baby made a miracle recovery after her life-support machine was switched off. Grace Vincent was just six weeks old when she was struck down with a rare form of meningitis and rushed to hospital. Read
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Northumberland leaders criticised over care centre plans
Jun 20 2009 | Today's News
POLITICAL leaders of Northumberland’s super council have been strongly criticised for failing to face up to public anger and concern over plans to close seven day care centres for elderly and disabled people. Read
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Newburn man loses arm in industrial accident
Jun 20 2009 | Today's News
A WORKER has lost his arm in an industrial accident. The father was last night in a critical condition in hospital following the incident at an asphalt production plant in Newburn, Newcastle, on Thursday night. Read
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Former servicemen remember their fallen friends
Jun 20 2009 | Today's News
FORMER servicemen met in Newcastle yesterday to remember eight young comrades who were killed in Saudi Arabia. Read
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Northern Rock Foundation boss thanks supporters
Jun 20 2009 | Today's News
THE chairman of Northern Rock Foundation has thanked all those who supported the organisation through a turbulent year, in the charity’s annual review. Read
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Mum sues County Council over death of daughter
Jun 20 2009 | Today's News
THE mother of a young Northumberland woman who died in a car accident last year has begun legal proceedings. Read
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Northumbria Uni design students show off their work
Jun 20 2009 | Today's News
DESIGN student Rachel Deller is hoping her music system aimed at changing the throwaway culture is an instant hit. Read
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Paul Morrison jailed for life for murdering Deka Kennedy
Jun 20 2009 | Today's News
A MAN who stabbed a Good Samaritan to death was jailed for life yesterday. Deka Kennedy, 29, suffered a single stab wound to the groin, delivered by violent Paul Morrison, 26, and bled to death. Read
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Ashington mum calls for complete sunbed ban
Jun 20 2009 | Today's News
A NORTHUMBERLAND mum who lost her daughter to skin cancer has called for a complete ban on sunbeds in the light of a hard-hitting report. Read
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North MPs promise to repay £10,000 expenses
Jun 20 2009 | Today's News
NORTH East MPs caught out in the expenses sacndal have so far promised to pay back more than £10,000. Read
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Police seize 2000 cannabis plants in Sunderland
Jun 20 2009 | Today's News
POLICE have put one of the North East’s biggest ever cannabis farms out of business, it was revealed yesterday. Read
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Top backing for Great North Revolution campaign
Jun 20 2009 | Today's News
THE recession is the ideal time to unleash a Great North Revolution which will ensure the region’s economy is fit for the future, it was claimed yesterday. Read
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Abseiling conservation team to work on Lindisfarne Castle
Jun 20 2009 | Today's News
BRAVE workers will take the plunge to repair an iconic Northumberland building. The specialist conservation team are set to scale the walls and abseil down Lindisfarne Castle, on Holy Island, to carry out essential maintenance work. Read
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We need to change attitudes on drink
Jun 20 2009 | Today's News
A GROUP working to reduce the levels of binge drinking amongst youngsters said it was important to change people’s attitudes towards alcohol. Read
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We can't afford to let the North East environment suffer
Jun 20 2009 | Today's News
ENVIRONMENT Editor Tony Henderson on the pressures bearing down on the North East’s precious natural assets Read
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Sunderland University mock graduation for youngsters
Jun 20 2009 | Today's News
THEY may be a bit young to study for a degree, but these youngsters have been experiencing life at university. Read
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Sunderland University in the hunt for science talent
Jun 20 2009 | Today's News
A NORTH East university has launched a £3.5m search to find the country’s best graduates, with the aim of creating a world-leading science and computing industry in the region. Read
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They love a bit of noise at the new city library
Jun 20 2009 | Today's News
VISITORS to the region’s newest library are being given the VIP treatment this weekend. Newcastle’s City Library has rolled out the red carpet to celebrate its early success. Read
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Newcastle Falcons raise wheelchair user passes
Jun 20 2009 | Today's News
A RUGBY club has been accused of “kicking wheelchair users in the teeth” by charging only them more. Read
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Dad and son chased in four-mile terror drive
Jun 20 2009 | Today's News
A FURIOUS BMW driver pursued a man and his teenage son during a four-mile terror ride. At one point the 14-year-old boy pleaded with his father to drive through red lights to escape enraged Ashley Jaggers. Read
