Jun
2009
Articles from 29th Jun 2009
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Binchester fort hopes to be an attraction
Jun 29 2009 | Today's News
A FIVE-YEAR series of digs has started to investigate the treasure trove potential of one of the North East’s major Roman forts. Read
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Policeman killed in horror crash on A19
Jun 29 2009 | Today's News
THE driver killed in an horrific pile-up on a major North East road was named last night as a serving police officer. Read
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Birthday bash gets off to a flying start
Jun 29 2009 | Today's News
ANORTHUMBERLAND town took a step back in time and came alive with celebrations as two surprise volunteers took to the sky for charity. Read
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New minister again rules out dualling
Jun 29 2009 | Today's News
TRANSPORT Minister Sadiq Khan has rejected dualling the A1 through Northumberland just weeks after getting his new job. Read
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Taxing debate on question of water bills
Jun 29 2009 | Today's News
PRIESTS, church workers, youth group leaders and charity activists across the North are reeling at a ten-fold hike in their water bills because of a “rain tax”. Read
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Newcastle and Gateshead bid for World Cup glory
Jun 29 2009 | Today's News
THE imagery that will front moves to bring World Cup football to Tyneside is being revealed today. Read
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Council complains North East has no TV presence
Jun 29 2009 | Today's News
THE BBC will be told by North East council bosses there are “serious questions” over whether it is fulfilling its obligation to the region. Read
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Dream debut for Armed Forces Day
Jun 29 2009 | Today's News
FLAGS were raised and cheers erupted as celebrations for the UK’s first Armed Forces Day were held across the North this weekend. Read
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Visitors flock to Kielder to see rare osprey in action
Jun 29 2009 | Today's News
HUNDREDS of people are flocking to a remote part of Northumberland to see a rare bird nest. Read
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Rural petrol stations battle for survival
Jun 29 2009 | Today's News
INDEPENDENT rural petrol stations are facing an increasing battle just to survive, as they struggle to compete with their bigger rivals. Read
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Crimewatch plea over attack on ex-GP William Benson
Jun 29 2009 | Today's News
A RECONSTRUCTION of the vicious attack on a frail retired County Durham doctor will be featured on television’s Crimewatch tonight. Read
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Cash raised to help African village scheme
Jun 29 2009 | Today's News
A PIONEERING Africa development project is set to take a further step forward. Read
