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Driver led forces on two-county car chase
POLICE patrol officers from two forces were led on a lengthy pursuit after two young men took a car to get home from a camping trip. Steven Bellerby and a friend took the Vauxhall Astra from outside the owner's home in Crook, County Durham, intending
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Fending for our feathered friends
ONE of the reasons that I switched careers to take up horticulture as a profession (apart from my love of gardening of course) was that I no longer wanted to work shifts, weekends and holidays (which is almost 'de rigueur' in the leisure industry). Being
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Shop steps in after accident girl's mobile stolen
WHEN thieves stole Faye Sellers' Christmas present after an accident in the street, the nine-year-old was left distraught. She was walking home from a friend's house along Water Lane, in York, on Tuesday, when she was in volved in an accident with a car
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03/01/04
PUBLIC SERVICE: AW Dunn (Echo, Dec 24) seems to have a very low opinion of the human race. It is all very well for him to say that people in occupied countries become puppets when faced with oppressions. In occupied Europe during the 1939-45 war, local
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Robinson plans a happy ending to his nightmare
A LITTLE over four years ago Paul Robinson was handed his big chance. The problem was that his gain was at the expense of a certain Alan Shearer at Newcastle United. It was Tyne-Wear derby night at St James' Park on August 25, 1999, and manager Ruud Gullit
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Pool boss takes a leaf out of Fergie's book
THE 'Fergie factor' will always be around Neale Cooper. Hartlepool United's Scottish boss started his career as a young midfielder in Sir Alex Ferguson's successful Aberdeen side of the 80s. And it goes without saying that the influence of working under
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Morrison ready to step into Mendieta's boots
TEENAGER James Morrison today faces the daunting task of deputising for Gaizka Mendieta when Middlesbrough take on Notts County in the third round of the FA Cup. Darlington-born midfielder Morrison, who won't be 18 until May, has been earmarked to make
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Community spirit saves day as power cuts hit thousands
PEOPLE across the North-East and North Yorkshire rallied to help each other after New Year's blizzards caused thousands of homes to lose power. As engineers worked to restore supplies, community spirit was in evidence in towns and villages across the
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Extent of fuel poverty highlighted in report
HOUSEHOLDS should be encouraged to take up benefits and grants as a way of combating fuel poverty in the county, a report has said. The lack of access to gas supplies is also a cause of fuel poverty in rural areas, according to the Energy Efficiency Advice
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Doorstep loans that cost a fortune
HOUSEHOLDERS are being warned about doorstep cold callers offering cash loans. Trading standards officials fear people might be tempted to take advantage of the money on offer, particularly with Christmas stretching many pockets. Complaints reported to
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At Your Service: Cold comfort carollers
It may have been chilly, but a carol service at the rarely used church of St Mary, South Cowton was heartwarming nontheless. LIKE Hargreaves' Spinning Jenny or 99 per cent of British coal miners, the church of St Mary, South Cowton, is officially termed
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Shop couple see red over pink ban
A COUPLE who painted their 300-year-old shop-front pink and indigo have been ordered to replace it with more appropriate shades. But Peter and Anne Lown, who gave the three-storey shop the bright facelift to match the colour of their carrier bags, say
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Lingo tops Jonjo's bid for four-timer
Jonjo O'Neill could well be the man to follow at Sandown this afternoon if the course passes an early morning inspection. The Jackdaws Castle trainer can be on the mark with Lingo (2.15), Wouldn't You Agree (1.40), Feel The Pride (2.50) and Ballylusky
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Flights cancelled as terror alerts escalate
BRITISH Airways has cancelled today's flight from Heathrow to Riyadh, in Saudi Arabia, for security reasons, the airline said last night. The move follows further cancellations to BA's US flights - brought about because of terror warnings and heightened
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Designer store target of raid
DETECTIVES were last night hunting thieves who raided a clothing shop and stole up to £30,000 worth of stock. Staff at Geoffrey Gillow, in Darlington, returned to work yesterday to find exclusive clothing and accessories were missing. The ladies' fashion
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Cup win 'vital' to keep the Black Cats purring
MICK McCARTHY last night warned his Sunderland stars that victory over neighbours Hartlepool United in the FA Cup this afternoon is vital if they are to carry the momentum from their promotion push into their future fixtures. With a bumper crowd in excess
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All in the best possible taste
The Farrely brothers have never shied away from making bad taste comedies, but it took ten years to get their lastest film, which deals sympathetically with the subject of conjoined twins, in front of the cameras. Steve Pratt reports. MAKE a serious film
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Hurter has to settle for bench against Quins
NEWCASTLE Falcons continue to keep faith with young props Ian Peel and Micky Ward, leaving Marius Hurter on the bench, for tomorrow's visit of Harlequins. The 33-year-old South African is growing used to bench duties as he was among the replacements for
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Thieves targeted cars at moors
TWO thieves who targeted cars parked at beauty spots were each jailed for 18 months yesterday. After more than 100 cars left by walkers had windows smashed and were looted, police set up video surveillance using unmarked cars as bait, Teesside Crown Court
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Driver led forces on two-county car chase
POLICE patrol officers from two forces were led on a lengthy pursuit after two young men took a car to get home from a camping trip. Steven Bellerby and a friend took the Vauxhall Astra from outside the owner's home in Crook, County Durham, intending
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Legal fees for miners' claims are investigated
A North-East law firm will be investigated by its governing body over complaints about charges it levied to families seeking compensation for miners who died from lung disease. The Law Society said it was investigating allegations that some law firms
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A whole lot of love to give
A HEFTY dog with an expressive face and infectious personality is in need of a new home. Alfie, a three-year-old bull mastiff, is being cared for by the National Animal Sanctuary Support League at its farm near Darlington. The eight stone dog, described
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Black Cats fans travel scheme
FANS of Sunderland AFC based in the County Durham area can take advantage of regular transport runs to matches at the Stadium of Light. The Langley Park branch of the Sunderland AFC Supporters' Association runs three buses to every home game, from different
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£670 raised for charity
PEOPLE with learning difficulties have raised charity cash at a Christmas fair. Clients at Kaydar Services day centre, in Consett, organised the event with the help of staff. They made posters to advertise the fair and helped on the stalls. Joanne Bennet
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Unlit fireworks will not go to waste
FIREWORKS worth thousands of pounds left unused as snow and gales spoilt the region's New Year's celebrations will not go to waste. Pyrotechnic displays at the Manors car park in Newcastle and in Gateshead town centre car park were called off because
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Care scheme launch
A CAMPAIGN to help working parents find the right childcare for their youngsters has been launched. Sunderland's Early Years Development and Childcare Partnership (EYDCP) is holding a series of lunches for employers on Wearside. Geoff Dorrity, partnership
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Community backs recycling plan
COMMUNITY groups from across Sedgefield are taking part in a borough-wide Christmas tree shredding and recycling scheme. The trees are being collected at five allotment sites until Sunday, January 11, and will be chipped by staff from Sedgefield Borough
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Village sub-postmistress steps down
VILLAGERS have said fare-well to a woman who has run their post office for more than a decade. Janet Porritt has retired after 13 years behind the counter at the sub-post office in Aycliffe Village. A steady stream of customers visited the post office
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Woman left hurt as car fails to stop
A WOMAN has suffered serious injuries after she was struck by a hit-and-run driver. The accident happened at about 2.30am on New Year's Day as the 23-year-old made her way home with friends. They were walking along the pavement on Spa Well Road, Winlaton
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Bite Size learning returns to the region
PEOPLE are being invited to start the New Year by learning a skill or hobby. The Bite Size Intros campaign is returning to the region with hundreds of free taster sessions across the county. The campaign, which aims to attract people back to learning
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Christmas calamity for Rebecca
A FREAK household accident during the festive period almost cost a young girl her left foot. Parents Stuart and Ali Houlgate, of Tang Hall, in York, waited as surgeons performed a delicate two-hour operation on their daughter Rebecca. On Christmas Eve
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Shoppers win, thanks to radio DJ
FOUR shoppers got more than they bargained for when they heard their car registration numbers announced over the airwaves. Tracey Sayer, Marc Bould, Chantal Brown and Chris Allison had parked in the multi-storey car park at the Wellington Square shopping
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Eco-agency staff lead by example
ENVIRONMENT Agency staff in the region are making their office more eco-friendly. Workers in Newcastle worked out that their office in Tyneside House creates 242 tonnes of carbon emissions a year - and made it their New Year resolution to make amends.
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Readers will vote for book of the year
BOOK lovers are being given the chance to cast their votes in the quest to find the country's favourite read. North Yorkshire County Council is one of 114 library authorities supporting the 2004 WH Smith Book Awards. A panel of celebrity judges, including
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Teenager given last chance after burglary admitted
A TEENAGE tearaway who broke an Anti-Social Behaviour Order (Asbo) was given a last chance by a judge yesterday. Judge Les Spittle told Carl Rankin, 19, that he would go to prison if he offended again. Rankin had been given a three-year Asbo in May 2002
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Factory expansion scheme could create 40 extra jobs
THE extension of a factory could create 40 posts in an area that has been been hit by job losses. Metallink Fluid Power Systems, of Crook, has applied for planning permission to extend Prospect Road factory. The company wants to build an office and canteen
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Targets may lead to £12m windfall
COUNCIL bosses have pledged to make a series of improvements in local services in the hope of landing a windfall of more than £12m. North Yorkshire County Council has reached an agreement with the Government, setting itself a number of performance targets
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New Year's Day killing is probed
POLICE are trying to identify a mystery man found dead in the street on New Year's Day with a stab wound to his neck. A 23-year-old woman found the man in Goldspink Lane, Sandyford, Newcastle, as she walked home at 8.50pm. The man was pronounced dead
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Celebrity chef shares skills
A POPULAR TV chef and restaurateur is aiming to stir up some interest in adult learning. Ready Steady Cook celebrity chef Brian Turner will visit Newcastle College to demonstrate his cookery skills. He will deliver a two-hour cookery session, leading
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Flyover facelift delays warning
DELAYS are expected tomorrow as repairs begin on a main route in and out of Tyneside. Contractors are scheduled to start urgent work to replace crash barriers on the A167 Gateshead flyover. About 1,000 metres of corroded steel parapets, designed to prevent
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All in the best possible taste
The Farrely brothers have never shied away from making bad taste comedies, but it took ten years to get their lastest film, which deals sympathetically with the subject of conjoined twins, in front of the cameras. Steve Pratt reports. MAKE a serious film
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Woman fights off attacker during early-hours incident
A 19-YEAR-OLD woman managed to fight off an attacker who tried to drag her into an alley in the early hours of the morning. The teenager was walking along Raby Road, in Hartlepool, shortly after midnight on New Year's Day when she was approached by a
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No regrets for the noble position
NEVER does a man twist and turn more than when he has been found out. Official papers from 1973, released this week under the 30-year rule, show how imaginative Lord Lambton was when he was caught naked in bed with two prostitutes and a cannabis joint
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Battle to restore power continues
ENGINEERS continued to battle to restore electricity supplies to homes across the North-East and North Yorkshire last night. Supplies were expected to be restored completely by midnight after New Year's Eve blizzards and gales left 51,000 homes without
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Going bananas to aid troubled club
A RATHER fruity offer of support has been accepted by troubled Darlington Football Club. Greengrocer John Lister hopes his offer of free bananas will help prevent the players from slipping up on the pitch. His offer of nutritional support comes just over
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Wildcare wins green apple award
A COUNTY Durham dairy's work for the environment has earned it national recognition. Wildcare Dairy Products, based at Etherley Business Park, near Bishop Auckland, won a National Silver Award in Farm and Agriculture at the Green Apple awards. The award
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Transport operator eyes German rail market
TRANSPORT group Arriva is considering expanding its continental European rail operations. The train and bus operator, based in Sunderland, is considering operating trains in Germany. Arriva is also looking at possibilities for expansion into rail in Italy
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Drug user is jailed for hit-and-run road death
A MAN who regularly drove under the influence of crack cocaine and heroin was jailed yesterday for the hit-and-run death of hospital secretary Beverley Smith. Shaun Harvey sped off after crashing into the 20-year-old, leaving her dying in her mother's
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'Government's role is vital for region'
THE Government has a crucial role to play this year in the development of the Tees Valley, according to one of the region's senior spokesmen. Alistair Arkley, chairman of Tees Valley Partnership, said reviewing the criteria for regional aid and a report
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Shopping centre smoke ban welcomed
GATESHEAD'S MetroCentre joins the growing list of public places to ban smoking. From Monday, the centre will become smoke-free for the first time. Studies carried out over the past three years found that 86 per cent of shoppers and 70 per cent of retailers
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FA Cup Commentary: New chapter in the ups and downs of cup life on Wearside
DOWN the years, the vagaries of the FA Cup have never been lost on Sunderland fans. From the unimaginable humiliation of defeat by Southern League Yeovil in 1949 to the impossible dream of beating Don Revie's Leeds United in the 1973 final, the world's
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Hodgson hoping to join the exclusive 300 club
David Hodgson can join the 300 club today and bring Darlington's pitiful away record to an end in the process. Not since March 22 last year have Quakers collected maximum points on their travels - a 1-0 win at Scunthorpe. This afternoon second-bottom
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Unsound choices
OH why did the selection of The 100 Greatest Musicals have to fall into the untrustworthy hands of Channel 4? If it wasn't for A Place In The Sun - where nobody ever seems to buy the properties offered - or No Going Back I wouldn't go near the flipping
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Gardening: Fending for our feathered friends
ONE of the reasons that I switched careers to take up horticulture as a profession (apart from my love of gardening of course) was that I no longer wanted to work shifts, weekends and holidays (which is almost 'de rigueur' in the leisure industry). Being
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Weekend talks over Quakers buyout
A CONSORTIUM discussing a bid for Darlington Football Club is to hold crucial talks over the weekend, and could publicly declare its intentions on Monday. Members of the group, understood to include Darlington Supporters' Trust, will be locked in talks
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All in the best possible taste
The Farrely brothers have never shied away from making bad taste comedies, but it took ten years to get their lastest film, which deals sympathetically with the subject of conjoined twins, in front of the cameras. Steve Pratt reports. MAKE a serious film
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Cooper and Scott - the Hartlepool dream team
FOR two people who didn't know each other before June 26, 2003, Martin Scott and Neale Cooper have hit it off pretty well. Thrown together as strangers when Cooper was appointed Hartlepool United's third manager in seven months, the pair have been nothing
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Sadie the Bra Lady joins Calendar Girls for television documentary
VIEWERS can see what happened when the original Calendar Girls met with the North-East queen of the bras in a BBC documentary next week. The middle-aged women from Rylstone and District Women's Institute, near Skipton, North Yorkshire, became famous around
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'Disastrous' profits
HIGH Street retailer WHSmith issued a profits warning following poor Christmas sales. It warned job cuts could follow at its head offices amid concerns that annual profits would be materially below market expectations. Analysts immediately cut their full-year
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Drug user jailed for car crash tragedy
A MAN who regularly drove under the influence of crack cocaine and heroin was jailed yesterday for the hit-and-run death of hospital secretary Beverley Smith. Shaun Harvey sped off after crashing into the 20-year-old, leaving her dying in her mother's
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Comedians say thanks for funding
THREE comedy performers have had a chance to say thank you to one of the stars who helped get them started. Lee Fenwick, Jason Cook and Ben Traynor are the main members of The Soup Entertainment Company, a comedy team which has been operating in the region
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Boxing club gift in memory of Royce
THE family of a former boxing master of ceremonies, who died of a heart attack, have collected money to help young boxers. Royce Carson, 51, of Helmington Row, Crook, died last year. Because he was devoted to boxing and horse racing, his family decided
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Gymnastic youngsters rewarded
YOUNGSTERS have proved they could have the right skills to become gymnasts. The children, who are all aged between six and seven, have passed level seven in gymnastics after receiving coaching at school. Coaching sessions took place at Rosa Street Primary
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School parking bans proposed
PARENTS who drive their children to school are facing parking bans. Sunderland City Council is planning to introduce the bans outside 15 more schools across Wearside. The move is part of its Safer Routes to School Scheme to reduce the number of parents
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Rethink is urged on £1.45m plan to replace bus station
BUSINESSES are urging councillors to rethink plans that will result in the demolition of their buildings. Derwentside District Council has submitted final plans for the redevelopment of Stanley's bus station. Under the £1.45m scheme the present bus station
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All in the best possible taste
MAKE a serious film drama about a physically or mentally disabled or disadvantaged person and Hollywood will hand you an Oscar for your trouble. Make a comedy about the same person and you'll receive nothing more than accusations of peddling poor taste
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Albany Northern League: Manager back in hot-seat
Micky Hodgson takes control of Marske United for the second time when they face Billingham Synthonia today - with the blessing of former boss Peter Bell. Hodgson quit the hot seat for business reasons in September, but results haven't gone for his successor
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More flights cancelled amid concerns of terrorist threat
BRITISH Airways has cancelled today's flight from Heathrow to Riyadh, in Saudi Arabia, for security reasons, the airline said last night. The move follows further cancellations to BA's US flights - brought about because of terror warnings and heightened
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Comment from The Northern Echo: Well-founded caution
WE all appreciate the frustration caused by interrupted journeys. Traffic jams, train delays, or cancelled planes are guaranteed to send blood pressures soaring. But when it comes to the threat of terrorism, that frustration has to be kept in perspective
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Research finds UK industry in crisis
POLITICIANS and business leaders must work together to save the UK's crumbling manufacturing sector, a senior union figure has said. Kevin Curran, general secretary of the GMB union, challenged the Government to build a better climate for industry. He
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Whitley all set to repel Pool invasion
JEFF WHITLEY admits the mass exodus of football fans making the trip from Hartlepool to Sunderland for this afternoon's appetising FA Cup tie has shocked the players on Wearside. But the tough-tackling midfielder insists the Black Cats stars will be ready
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Police praise dying man for avoiding crash
A DYING man who averted an accident in a town centre by stopping his vehicle before collapsing at the wheel has been described as admirable by police. Andrew Willmer, 76, suffered a heart attack while driving his motorhome outside the Tesco supermarket
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Robinson plans a happy ending to his nightmare
A LITTLE over four years ago Paul Robinson was handed his big chance. The problem was that his gain was at the expense of a certain Alan Shearer at Newcastle United. It was Tyne-Wear derby night at St James' Park on August 25, 1999, and manager Ruud Gullit
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Band release their first single
FOUR music students are heading for the big time after releasing their first single. Sefelt, made up of Gateshead College students, have already performed on John Peel's show on Radio One, which for decades has been a barometer of taste for alternative
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Cold comfort carollers
LIKE Hargreaves' Spinning Jenny or 99 per cent of British coal miners, the church of St Mary, South Cowton, is officially termed "redundant", the village which it served long vanished. St Mary's remains for all that, still used on high days and holy days
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Morrison set to step into Mendieta's boots
TEENAGER James Morrison today faces the daunting task of deputising for Gaizka Mendieta when Middlesbrough take on Notts County in the third round of the FA Cup. Darlington-born midfielder Morrison, who won't be 18 until May, has been earmarked to make
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Man bailed after death of cyclist in accident
A MAN was arrested yesterday after the death of a cyclist in a road accident. Window cleaner Kevin Frater, 38, had been riding a bicycle along a rural road not far from his home in Ushaw Moor, County Durham, on New Year's Day, when he was in collision
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Hodgson hoping to join exclusive 300 club
David Hodgson can join the 300 club today and bring Darlington's pitiful away record to an end in the process. Not since March 22 last year have Quakers collected maximum points on their travels - a 1-0 win at Scunthorpe. This afternoon second-bottom
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Time running out for Shearer to fulfil dream
LIKE millions of youngsters, Alan Shearer grew up dreaming of turning out at Wembley in May and lifting the FA Cup. But time is no longer on the side of the 33-year-old and his chances of finally fulfilling that dream can now be counted on one hand. This
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Man dies climbing cathedral tower
A TOURIST has died after collapsing while attempting to climb to the top of the central tower of Durham Cathedral. The 61-year-old Canadian, who is understood to have been staying with relatives in the Sedgefield area of County Durham, got into difficulties
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Burns girl improving
PHOTOGRAPHS from Romania show how medicines sent by North-Easterners have allowed a girl to sit up for the first time since she suffered serious burns. Mariana Nechitescu, seven, was doused in petrol and set on fire, allegedly by thugs, after her father
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Grieving mother hoping to raise money for legal fight
A GRIEVING mother is hoping the new year will find her a kind-hearted sponsor to help further her fight for justice. Sandra Jones's call comes only days after the second anniversary of the death of her son Colin, who was felled by a single punch on New
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Event raises £1,600 for foundation
FRIENDS of a teenager who was killed during a gap-year trip to Australia raised money in her memory over Christmas. Victoria Pool, 21, and Vicky Atkinson, 20, both from York, organised an auction and raffle which raised £1,600 for the Caroline Stuttle
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Firefighters called out to two rescues
FIREFIGHTERS saved a man from his smoke-filled home. Smoke alarms went off in a home in Alcott Grove, Shotton Colliery, near Peterlee, at 2am yesterday, but there was no response from the occupant. Fire crews from Seaham, Peterlee and Wheatley Hill broke
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A whole lot of love to give
A HEFTY dog with an expressive face and infectious personality is in need of a new home. Alfie, a three-year-old bull mastiff, is being cared for by the National Animal Sanctuary Support League at its farm near Darlington. The eight stone dog, described
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Support officers start patrols
Crimefighters have taken to the streets on Wearside. Sunderland now has 15 Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) to help fight crime and disorder in the city. The PCSOs work under supervision of police officers but they have a vital role as additional
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Wearside League: Fanning the flames of hope for Ferryhill
Ferryhill Athletic manager Mark Fanning is convinced his side is not the worst in the league but admits they need to start winning if they are to avoid the wooden spoon. "People will look at our result last week and think it is all doom and gloom but
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Building project praised by mayor
THE Mayor of Darlington has heaped praise on the latest phase in the efforts to regenerate the Firthmoor estate. Builder Barratt Homes has created four showrooms to highlight the Moorfield development of new homes. It is the company's largest show arena
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Former physiotherapist dies
A BLIND physiotherapist who had a long and successful career has died at the age of 84. Charles Williamson, a father-of-four, worked for almost 40 years in Darlington, initially in the physiotherapy department at Darlington Memorial Hospital and then
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Appeal for land to preserve rare poplar species
LANDOWNERS are needed to ensure a project to save a rare tree species is a success. Durham Wildlife Trust and Darlington Borough Council are working together to help save the black poplar. Hundreds of saplings taken from 15 mature black poplar are being
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Villages celebrating victory in campaign for broadband
VILLAGERS who campaigned for British Telecom to install broadband Internet access in their communities were celebrating victory last night. People living in the villages of Croft, Hurworth, Neasham and Dalton, near Darlington, had battled for the high-speed
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For Your Benefit: Can I claim Pension Credit?
Q I am coming up to 65 and have a State Pension of £98, reduced council tax, and that is all. I live alone and am waiting for my claim for Attendance Allowance to be decided. Can I claim Pension Credit? A At present, you are due that part of Pension Credit
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Cup win 'vital' to keep the Black Cats purring
MICK McCARTHY last night warned his Sunderland stars that victory over neighbours Hartlepool United in the FA Cup this afternoon is vital if they are to carry the momentum from their promotion push into their future fixtures. With a bumper crowd in excess
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Appeal on missing teen
POLICE fear people may be harbouring a missing teenager with mental health problems thinking he is wanted for questioning. Michael West, 19, a long-term patient at Middleton St George Hospital, near Darlington, was allowed home to see his mother for Christmas
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Weekend talks over Quakers buyout
A CONSORTIUM discussing a bid for Darlington Football Club is to hold crucial talks over the weekend, and could publicly declare its intentions on Monday. Members of the group, understood to include Darlington Supporters' Trust, will be locked in talks
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Spanish sunshine inspires retired art teacher's paintings
A FORMER art teacher's painting skills have flourished during a retirement spent between the chilly North-East and the sunshine of a Spanish costa. Barbara Vine can now devote more time to her passion for painting, taking part in art classes and clubs
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Battle to restore power continues
ENGINEERS continued to battle to restore electricity supplies to homes across the North-East and North Yorkshire last night. Supplies were expected to be restored completely by midnight after New Year's Eve blizzards and gales left 51,000 homes without
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Made-to-measure law enforcer
A SUPERBIKE could become the latest weapon used by police to catch crooks. The bike, made by a leading manufacturer to the specifications of a Teesside traffic officer, can switch from conventional road patrol to cross country chases. It could be used
