Nov
2009
Articles from 6th Nov 2009
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Post strikes called off as deal agreed
Nov 06 2009 | Today's News
ELEVENTH hour talks dramatically halted a fresh wave of postal strikes last night, bringing hope that the bitter dispute is being brought to an end. Read
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Death of North East soldier blamed on Afghan police
Nov 06 2009 | Today's News
A SPECIAL forces soldier was killed by a Taliban bomb after rushing to protect impatient Afghan police, an inquest heard yesterday. Read
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Bonfire night goes with a bang in the North East
Nov 06 2009 | Today's News
BRIGHT colours and loud explosions could be seen and heard across the North East in fireworks displays throughout the region last night. Read
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Environment Agency calls for bigger fines in pollution battle
Nov 06 2009 | Today's News
ENVIRONMENT Agency bosses in the region last night urged courts to impose tougher fines on businesses responsible for pollution. Read
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Sting hits out at St James’ Park renaming decision
Nov 06 2009 | Today's News
GEORDIE rock star Sting has hit out at Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley’s decision to sell off the naming rights for St James’ Park. Read
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Sunderland striker Darren Bent in charity catwalk show
Nov 06 2009 | Today's News
SPORTING star Darren Bent swapped his football kit for something more formal yesterday as he donned some striking clothes for charity. Read
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Security guard in hospital after crowbar raid in Monkseaton Spar
Nov 06 2009 | Today's News
A SECURITY guard was last night recovering in hospital after being hit over the head with a crowbar during a raid in broad daylight. Read
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Tories vow to defy critics over new policy on Europe
Nov 06 2009 | Today's News
THE Conservatives said they would not be put off by “abuse” thrown at their new European policy yesterday after two MEPs quit the frontbench and a French minister delivered a stinging rebuke. Read
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New coin set to benefit Sir Bobby Robson Foundation
Nov 06 2009 | Today's News
THE late Sir Bobby Robson’s position as footballing royalty will be confirmed when he receives an honour normally reserved for kings and queens. Read
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Solicitor is arrested in mortgage fraud probe
Nov 06 2009 | Today's News
BRITAIN’S biggest alleged property scam has taken yet another dramatic twist as a solicitor became the latest to be questioned by detectives. Read
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Council’s chief says goodbye
Nov 06 2009 | Today's News
NORTH Tyneside Council boss Andrew Kerr has announced he is to step down – just months after the Conservatives took control. Read
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Ingram wins environmental scheme award
Nov 06 2009 | Today's News
IT doesn’t boast a pub, post office or shop, but a tiny village nestling in Northumberland’s Breamish Valley has much to crow about as it’s about to become one of Britain’s greenest. Read
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Typography exhibition comes to Opus Gallery, Gosforth
Nov 06 2009 | Today's News
THE writing is on the wall at a Tyneside gallery as controversial artists Tracey Emin and Jamie Reid pay testament to text. Read
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Why Julie is planning a couple of rubbish days
Nov 06 2009 | Today's News
A HARDWORKING young woman has vowed to single-handedly clear a whole beach of litter over 24 hours in the name of charity. Read
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System comes under fire as rail franchise flops
Nov 06 2009 | Today's News
MINISTERS are being urged to overhaul the system of rail franchises as flagship East Coast services are nationalised next week. Read
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Lord Tennyson's links with Brancepeth is celebrated
Nov 06 2009 | Today's News
HE was Queen Victoria’s favourite poet whose works are among the world’s most popular – and now 200 years after his birth, Alfred, Lord Tennyson’s links to a North East village are being celebrated. Read
