Aug
2009
Articles from 20th Aug 2009
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Stadium of Light shortlisted for tourism award
Aug 20 2009 | Today's News
SUNDERLAND’S Stadium of Light has been shortlisted for a tourism award after hosting nearly a quarter of a million guests in just eight weeks. Read
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Unveiling plans for holiday site
Aug 20 2009 | Today's News
PLANS have been unveiled for a multi-million pound holiday complex in Northumberland which will put the emphasis on eco-friendly and sustainable buildings. Read
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Sunderland World Cup bid backed by Nissan
Aug 20 2009 | Today's News
CAR giant Nissan has thrown its weight behind moves to bring World Cup football to the region if England wins the battle to host the tournament. Read
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Scout leaders to rescue in river drama
Aug 20 2009 | Today's News
SCOUT leaders Ian Dickinson and Dave Wigham were more than prepared when they came across a drowning man in a river in the North East. Read
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Lockerbie bomber release decision due today
Aug 20 2009 | Today's News
CONVICTED Lockerbie bomber Abdelbaset Ali Mohmed Al Megrahi is expected to find out today if he is to be released. Read
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George Stephenson High band Drastic Harmonic win song comp
Aug 20 2009 | Today's News
A BAND whose members struck the right chord with a campaign against violence have had their song recorded. Read
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Disney’s man flies over The Angel Of The North
Aug 20 2009 | Today's News
EXTREME sports specialist Pete King chose an unusual location for his latest set of stunts – the Angel of the North. Read
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Traders encouraged on Northumberland car parking row
Aug 20 2009 | Today's News
TRADERS who are leading a campaign against the inequality of car parking charges across Northumberland say they are encouraged by the support of a senior opposition councillor. Read
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North East schools on course for record A-level performance
Aug 20 2009 | Today's News
STUDENTS will today find out their A-level results and early indications show the region’s schools are on course for another record year. Read
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Just hours left until trading floor closes
Aug 20 2009 | Today's News
WITH just hours left until the doors to the trading room floor slam shut, would-be investors in the region are gearing up for a flurry of activity on the fantasy stock market. Read
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Newcastle Falcons star Peter Walton in cooking comp at Glendale Show
Aug 20 2009 | Today's News
A RUGBY star and one of the region’s most renowned food producers are going head to head in a Ready Steady Cook style competition. Read
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Simon rides in to head bandits off
Aug 20 2009 | Today's News
HEADING bandits off at the pass is the stuff of cowboy fiction – but rider Simon Sellars went to the aid of police and did just that. Read
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Sports Direct apology over offensive shirt
Aug 20 2009 | Today's News
MIKE Ashley’s Sports Direct has apologised for selling a Manchester United shirt bearing a horrific Hillsborough insult. Read
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Private Richard Greener honoured with Elizabeth Award
Aug 20 2009 | Today's News
THE family of a soldier who died defending his country 21 years ago will today finally be honoured by the Queen. Read
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Nissan wants scrappage scheme extended
Aug 20 2009 | Today's News
CAR manufacturer Nissan wants ministers to extend the “cash for bangers” scheme as its Sunderland plant enjoys a major boost. Read
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The Euro fund that will coin it in for us
Aug 20 2009 | Today's News
A EUROPEAN super fund worth £125m is to be set up to help create thousands of North East jobs. Read
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D-Day time for North East emergency hospital
Aug 20 2009 | Today's News
A DECISION on whether a new specialist emergency care hospital in Northumberland will get the go ahead will be made today. Health correspondent Helen Rae takes a look at the proposals. Read
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North police target potentially dangerous sex offenders
Aug 20 2009 | Today's News
POLICE across the North are targeting “potentially dangerous” sex offenders and violent criminals who may have otherwise slipped through the justice net. Read
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Kielder safaris launched by Northern Experience Wildlife Tours
Aug 20 2009 | Today's News
FORGET Kenya, a Northumberland visitor destination is now the place to be for safari fans. Kielder Water and Forest Park is set to offer a brand new African-style safari experience. Read
