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Abi on mission for sporting medal
MATHS lecturer Abi Bown will be a woman on a mission when she takes part in the Aikido World Championships this month. The event only happens every four years and last time Abi, 31, from Harrogate, North Yorkshire, where her mother Jonet is a probation
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£5m scheme to plant more trees
HUNDREDS of acres of County Durham farmland could be turned into woodland. A five-year scheme costing about £5m is being drawn up to plant trees on former coalfield sites. Durham County Council has less woodland than the national average and organisations
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Taking stock of an uncertain future
AS darkness fell across the western world on Tuesday September 11, television screens in millions of living rooms replayed the horrifying images of a nightmare made real in New York. Nations across the globe held their breath as first the world stood
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Expert will give valuation of heirlooms
AN antiques expert will be giving free valuations of people's treasures at a Gateshead gallery this weekend. Guy Haskell, of Newcastle auctioneers Phillips, will be at the Shipley Art Gallery, on Saturday, between 11am and 2.30pm. Mr Haskell has a broad
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Dusty bouncing back from cold ordeal in the bin
A puppy is recovering after being found dumped in a dustbin. Freezing cold, Dusty, a black and tan coloured crossbreed bitch about six weeks old, was facing death had it not been for a kind-hearted member of the public who heard her desperate yelps for
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Refection of eastern art culture
AN exhibition of contemporary Japanese printmaking has opened at a North-East museum devoted to eastern culture. The display is part of the Japan Festival 2001 staged by Durham City's Oriental Museum. It runs until Sunday. It has been organised by the
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Official recognition for school of quality
CHILDREN, staff and governors at a Newton Aycliffe primary school are celebrating after being awarded a Quality Mark. Sue Collier, headteacher of Vane Road Primary School, and the chairwoman of governors, Janet Lawrence, were presented with the award
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Just what I've been saying, Mr Blair
SELF-praise is no recommendation, but what about the words of the Prime Minister on Tuesday? In his conference speech, Tony Blair echoed many of the sentiments expressed here last week. For the first time, an international leader linked the war against
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A thing of beauty is a joy forever
TRANSLATED from the Church Times to this singularly secular space, last week's column told - among much else - of the Vicar of Helmsley's unhappiness about the "huge and hideous" black marble altar which dominates a side chapel. It has been there 100
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Compromise over village homes scheme
A COMPROMISE over the design of a housing scheme in Barton, near Darlington, has proved enough to persuade planning officials to give the project conditional approval. Six homes are likely to be built on the site of the former haulage depot overlooking
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AC/DC rocker pulls the plug
ROCKER Brian Johnson regularly performs for tens of thousands of long-haired fans as front man with heavy metal legends AC/DC - but he has just been forced to cancel a North-East gig after selling only 71 tickets. The Tyneside-born millionaire has returned
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Daniels' son in cannabis shame
The son of millionaire magician Paul Daniels was sentenced yesterday for creating a cannabis farm at his home. Paul Newton Daniels, 41, was given a 12-month community rehabilitation order after admitting growing 89 cannabis plants in the cellar and bedroom
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Father Thames sure to open the Newmarket floodgates
DON'T be surprised if there's a flood of money for Father Thames (2.20) at Newmarket this afternoon. James Fanshawe doesn't make too many mistakes with his improving three-year-olds, a remark which most certainly applies to the selection, the subject
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'Mass cull from day one would have limited virus'
The foot-and-mouth crisis would have been over much sooner if the Government had introduced a mass slaughter policy earlier, new research has claimed. Introducing an immediate cull and imposing tight movement restrictions from day one of the epidemic
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Visit by Adams provokes outcry
A PUBLIC appearance by Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams in a small market town has provoked a storm of protest. There have been calls for the lecture in Thirsk, North Yorkshire, to be cancelled. One resident has described the event as being in "bad taste"
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Speeding loophole denied by AA
MOTORING organisations last night denied there was a loophole in the speeding laws - despite a charge being dropped against another driver who could not remember who was behind the wheel when his car was caught on camera. Peter Jennings, of Stockton,
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26,500 tyres at dump are cleaned up
MORE than 26,500 illegally dumped tyres have been cleaned up in a massive operation. The tyres were dumped just 50 yards away from a terrace of houses at Craghead, near Stanley. The Fire Brigade had to be called in to help clear the area. The clean-up
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A thing of beauty is a joy forever
TRANSLATED from the Church Times to this singularly secular space, last week's column told - among much else - of the Vicar of Helmsley's unhappiness about the "huge and hideous" black marble altar which dominates a side chapel. It has been there 100
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Castle's move is part of TV plot
ALL around Raby Castle, the open countryside with roaming deer and autumnal trees provides as scenic a backdrop as any. But when fans of the nation's favourite magician-turned-detective, Jonathan Creek, switch on their sets for a festive special edition
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Justice at last for miner's daughter
A WOMAN who has almost single-handedly championed the cause of sick and dying miners, has finally won her own personal battle for justice. Pat Daglish was spurred into action after witnessing the slow death of her father, Thomas, whose lungs were wrecked
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Quakers trialist unable to figure in victory
Darlington were unable to field French trialist Cherif Avelkadous in last night's reserve team win over Stockport County at Feethams. Quakers won the game 3-1 but striker Avelkadous did not receive clearance in time to play. Neil Maddison also missed
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Coastal sewage inquiry begins
A PUBLIC inquiry is under way into levels of permitted sewage discharge into the sea on a stretch of the North-East coast. Thirty witnesses are expected to give evidence at the hearing into Northumbrian Water's application to vary its permitted consent
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Hear All Sides
Letters from The Northern Echo WAR ON TERRORISM. I JUST could not believe it when I read about the feisty reporter Yvonne Ridley being arrested in Afghanistan (Echo, Sept 29). By all accounts, she was noted for going the extra mile to get a good story
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Encouraging people to walk in countryside
MIDDLESBROUGH residents are being encouraged to venture out into the countryside in a new leaflet published by the town's council. The "public rights of way strategy for Middlesbrough" aims to update the public on the progress made to meet targets. Many
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Driver killed in crash with parked vehicles
A DRIVER died when he lost control of his car and collided with two stationary vehicles at the junction of two Darlington streets. The 54-year-old local man, who has not been named, was negotiating the junction of Gladstone Street and North Lodge Terrace
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Smile - you're on canine camera, via lapdog technology
Holidaymakers who are missing their pets back home can now stay in touch - thanks to computer technology. Bosses of Britains poshest boarding kennels have installed webcams to beam pictures of pining pooches and miserable moggies to their owners anywhere
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Back to the drawing board for floral glory
GARDENING experts from Darlington Borough Council have vowed to gain floral success next year, after walking away empty-handed from the Britain in Bloom awards. The town held high hopes of picking up the first prize in the Best Small City category at
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Crash driver dumps injured boy in street
A driver who knocked down an 11-year-old boy left the youngster dazed and concussed in a nearby street after promising the child's friends that he was taking him to hospital. Martin Thompson suffered a fractured forehead, cuts and bruises and was left
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Sporting medals haul for students
STUDENTS at a Newton Aycliffe school won a host of medals at a sports festival for youngsters with physical and sensory difficulties. Woodham Community Technology College pupils won ten gold, five silver and five bronze medals in the event at Spennymoor
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Compensation claims doubt
HUNDREDS of North-East workers crippled by asbestosis were last night worrying over the future of their compensation claims. American company Federal-Mogul has been forced into administration by the number of industrial disease liability claims, throwing
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Youth rugby flourishing under project
ORGANISERS say youth rugby is now beginning to flourish in Chester-le-Street after a five year programme was launched 12 months ago. The Active Sports Rugby Union programme aims to help young people aged between 11 and 15 take part in the game at their
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Charity ice match expulsion warning
TWO of the region's ice hockey clubs have been warned they face expulsion from the sport if they go ahead with a charity match. The Whitley Warriors club invited Glenn Mulvenna, director of hockey at the crisis-hit Newcastle Jesters, to put together a
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Wanted man seized in raid
A MAN wanted for attempted murder was arrested yesterday in an early morning raid on a caravan park. Armed police were among 33 officers who took part in the raid at the Elm Tree Caravan Park, Seaton Carew, near Hartlepool, at 7am. The operation involved
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Just what I've been saying, Mr Blair
SELF-praise is no recommendation, but what about the words of the Prime Minister on Tuesday? In his conference speech, Tony Blair echoed many of the sentiments expressed here last week. For the first time, an international leader linked the war against
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Court ruling over pub music
A PUB landlord says he was stunned to find that proceedings had been taken against him in the High Court for failing to have a licence to play music. Chris Ball, of The Outback pub, in Bishop Auckland, says he was unaware that any legal proceedings involving
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Roadshows plan to spread advice on care services
A SERIES of roadshows is being set up to advise people on health and social services issues. The roadshows will target groups in Darlington, including parish councils and community centres, to ensure that people are aware of what services are available
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Temp cleaner quits - after 42 years
WHEN a previous cleaner left Richmond insurance brokers, B E Thompson and Company Ltd, Janet Kinchin was happy to help out for a while while management looked for a replacement. That was 42 years ago - and even now, the family firm is not sure if it is
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Work due to start on sports centre
WORK will get under way this month to transform a sports and community centre in Hartlepool. New Deal for Communities is behind the £2m project, which will see many facilities at the Belle Vue Youth and Community Centre improved as well as new ones added
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Missing boy is back with his parents
A SCHOOLBOY missing from home for a week was back home with his parents last night. However, Cleveland Police said they will be speaking to 13-year-old Aaron McQuen to find out where he has been. The youngster was last seen by his parents last Wednesday
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My chance to be a 'normal' dad
THE request to see Hear'Say at the Telewest Arena, Newcastle, was from my nine-year-old daughter and the answers at first were in the "definitely not" category of firm and decisive parenting. Like most parents, though, I was subjected to a relentless
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Clubs mourn legendary figure
THE North-East club world was grieving for one of its legends last night. Chairman of the Federation Brewery and member of North Biddick Social Club in Washington for 45 years, coal miner's son James Ramshaw died peacefully in hospital, aged 73, after
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Bellamy bids to stay in Shearer's good books
CRAIG BELLAMY is anxious to stay in Alan Shearer's good books at Newcastle - because he reckons the former England captain could be his manager one day! Bellamy, who moved from Coventry in the summer in a £6m deal, is already insisting he wants a job
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Comment from The Northern Echo - The high price of principles
THE Prime Minister sets great store by promoting the notion of opportunity for the many, not just the few. Indeed, it remained the central theme of the domestic agenda he addressed in his conference speech on Tuesday. In the field of higher education,
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Court ruling over pub music
A PUB landlord says was stunned to find that proceedings had been taken against him in the High Court for failing to have a licence to play music. Chris Ball, of The Outback pub, in Bishop Auckland, says he was unaware that any legal proceedings involving
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Mustoe jumps to boss McClaren's defence
MIDDLESBROUGH midfielder Robbie Mustoe last night pleaded with the fans to give Steve McClaren time to find his managerial feet - and endorsed his involvement in the England set-up. There have been murmurs of discontent among supporters following McClaren's
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Go-ahead for nuclear plant causes anger
THE Government gave the go-ahead yesterday to start operations at a controversial nuclear fuel plant. It said the long-awaited decision for the manufacture of mixed oxide (Mox) fuel at Sellafield in Cumbria is justified in accordance with the requirements
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North-East engineer to start Kursk recovery
AN engineer from the North-East who is spearheading the raising of the giant Russian submarine Kursk is expected to start the gruelling task tomorrow. A crew of 118 were killed when the 10,000 tonne Kursk exploded and plunged to the bottom of the sea
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Birthday girl desperate to hear mummy's voice
WHEN Daisy Ridley opened her presents on her ninth birthday yesterday there was one thing she wished for most which was not there - her mother. Since her journalist mother Yvonne was captured by the Taliban regime in Afghanistan she has been desperate
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Steps taken to improve safety
CHILDREN on a Teesside estate will have a safer walk to school once new footpaths are laid next to a busy road. Stockton Borough Council has received numerous requests for safety measures since the Kingsmead estate was built, close to Allens West station
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Town gets tough over vandalism
TOUGH security measures could be brought to a market town after a spate of vandalism caused thousands of pounds worth of damage. Vandals smashed windows at cemetery chapels in Malton, as well as damaging play equipment and tourist information boards.
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Tributes to former Army despatch rider
TRIBUTES have been paid to a war veteran, who dodged bullets on his motorbike while working as a despatch rider during the Second World War. Former Desert Rat Edward Hughes, 91, from Spennymoor, died of septicaemia last month. Mr Hughes was known to many
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Tribute to priest known for sermons
A RETIRED priest - known for his straight talking - has died at the age of 88. Roman Catholic Father Charles Toner, from Redcar, was a dedicated priest who was conscientious about his ministry, including his delivery of sermons. He served as a priest
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Nightmare ordeal of bubble boys' family
TINY Alex Herbert lies sealed from the outside world as he battles against a rare genetic disorder which claimed the life of his seven-year-old brother only three months ago. The four-year-old underwent a bone marrow transplant last week, the only cure
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Goodwill rubs off with cash awards
GOODWILL engendered by the onset of the Millennium is to have a knock-on effect in former industrial areas of the North-East. A cheque for £684,780 was yesterday delivered with the aim of supporting projects to aid regeneration of ex-coalfield areas of
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Short story competition
BUDDING writers can display their talents in an annual literary competition. The Sid Chaplin Short Story Competition attracts entries from all over the country as writers compete for the award, which was launched 15 years ago by Shildon Town Council.
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Teenager's friends raise memorial cash
FRIENDS of a teenager who collapsed and died on a football pitch have raised £500 for a memorial. The close-knit community of Grangetown, near Middlesbrough, was devastated when Anthony Wilkinson, 15, died of a heart attack in August. Only that morning
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School given new sports kit
CHILDREN at a Hurworth school have been kitted out in new sports equipment. American catering company Sodhexo agreed to sponsor the team strips for Hurworth House School. The strips, in the school colours of light blue and dark blue, will be used by the
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Natural food for babies is backed
A TASK force of breastfeeding mothers equipped with mobile phones have hit the streets in a bid to improve infant health. The specially-trained women will use the NHS-supplied phones to encourage other women to breastfeed. In what is believed to be one
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Hague steps into Army race row
FORMER Tory leader William Hague has promised his own inquiry into the treatment of a senior Army officer who is alleging race discrimination and harassment while serving in Cyprus. Lieutenant Colonel Sur-inder Saggar now lives near Richmond in North
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Health group sets up online forum
A HEALTH group is urging the public to have its say on health issues by taking part in online discussions. The Dales Primary Care Group (PCG) has set up a discussion forum on its website www.dalespcg.co.uk The facility allows the public and professionals
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Hope flickers for post office - despite demolition plan
A NORTH Yorkshire village is hoping new technology could revive the community's post office - even though a bid is in to pull down the old building on the high street. Skeeby's shop closed in June, after owner Jennifer Hardy decided enough was enough
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Open evening on campus
PARENTS whose children aspire to higher education are invited to an open night next week. Teesside University is holding sessions offering information on all areas of university life. The first parents' evening is at 6.30pm on Wednesday, with further
