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Fill and leave.
SHOPPERS at ASDA supermarket at Whinbush Way in Darlington are not returning borrowed trolleys. Why they don’t take them back is unknown. This evening two were found dumped on the grass by the road, between Gleneagles and Lismore Drive. A spokesperson
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Whitby man on board missing airliner
A MAN from the region is feared to be one of the 228 people on board an airliner which has vanished off the coast of Brazil. Arthur Coakley, from Whitby, North Yorkshire, had been due to take the previous flight from Rio de Janeiro to Paris
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Stepfather of teen fighting for life appears in court
THE stepfather of a teenager fighting for his life in hospital has appeared in court charged with attempted murder. Kenneth Alan Blight was arrested on Saturday night after he allegedly stabbed Andrew Nelson in neck outside the family home.
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Chief Inspector denies assaulting ex-wife
A POLICE chief inspector went on trial earlier today over a domestic attack in which his ex-wife feared she may die. Fred Elrick, a Sunderland-based chief inspector with the Northumbria force, is accused of kicking, punching and grabbing former
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Hartlepool magistrates hand 'cheeky monkey' extra jail time
A THIEF was jailed for a month after he called magistrates a 'set of monkeys' in court. Paul Keers, 40, was initially given 10 weeks behind bars for callously stealing a 78-year-old woman's bag while she went about her shopping. Keers showed complete
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Man in court over cousin's murder
A MAN has appeared in court charged with murdering his teenage cousin. Jonathan George Charlton, of no fixed abode, was remanded in custody following a brief appearance at Teesside Magistrates Court today. The 21-year-old from Middlesbrough was arrested
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Extra tenner is lucky boost to £3.9m North-East Lotto winner
A MYSTERY woman has won nearly £4m on the lottery – and pocketed an extra tenner in another stroke of good fortune. She walked into a newsagent’s shop not knowing she had scooped the massive windfall in the Saturday, May 23, Lotto draw. The shop’s owner
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Fire in Horden church basement
A BLAZE which broke out in the basement of St Mary's Church in Blackhills Road, Horden, County Durham, was extinguished by firefighters tonight. The alarm was raised at 7.15pm and fire crews arrived to find the 30 by 20 metre brick-built basement well
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Five Brits aboard 'lost' Air France flight
FIVE Britons were on board a passenger airliner which vanished over the Atlantic Ocean, Air France has said. A list posted on the airline's website said the Britons were among 228 people on board the Airbus A330 flying from Rio de Janeiro to Paris.
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Woman motorist remains critical - three days after fatal crash
A FEMALE motorist remained in a "critical, but stable" condition in hospital tonight, three days after an accident in which a male driver was killed. Bob Curry, 69, died after his Nissan Micra veered out of control, crossed the central reservation
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Former soldier foils ice-cream van heist
A MAN attempted to rob an ice-cream van and mobile shop of cash while wearing surgical gloves and brandishing a starting pistol, a court was told today. Colin Watson demanded money but was rebuffed after the driver, former soldier Nicholas Bates, recognised
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Teacher plays music gig to celebrate retirement
A POPULAR teacher is starting his retirement on the right note by playing a fundraising gig at his school. Head of English Mike Webster, who is also singer and saxophonist in local blues band The Vast Majority, will celebrate his retirement
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Council debts of £330,000 could be written-off
DEBTS of more than £330,000 could be written-off by a council tomorrow. Darlington Borough Council’s cabinet will vote on whether to write-off £184,878.10 in unpaid business rates and £133,313.59 in unpaid council tax, along with other debts
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Search for Minster saviours
A SEARCH has been launched to find the people who designed six of the bosses on the South Transept of York Minster after the disastrous fire of 1984. The roof was destroyed in the blaze and two years later, during the restoration work, TV’s Blue Peter
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The waiting's over as Fred celebrates milestone birthday
A VETERAN member of the Toon Army cast aside the relegation blues to celebrate a landmark birthday. Like fellow United supporters, lifelong Newcastle fan Fred Waiting has been suffering amid the gloom of the club’s recent demotion from the Premier League
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Stylists visit home for anniversary event
OAPs became VIPs today when residents of a care home were given a free makeover by hair and beauty salon staff. Hairdressers and beauticians from Saks, in Bishop Auckland, treated the 35 residents at Sycamore Lodge, in Spennymoor, to new looks. The
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The benefits of crashbelts
SHOPPERS have been taking to a car crash simulator to experience the benefits of wearing their seatbelt when on the road. As part of a week of community advice events for east Durham residents, Durham Constabulary’s seatbelt sled was in The Chare,
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Community group launch website
Willington Community Action has set up its own website for residents: www.willingtoncommunityonline.org.uk. The not-for-profit company with charitable status replaced Willington Community Partnership and is based at the resource centre on High Street
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We Will Rock You – London
Five words, this show will rock you. It has every element a good theatre production should; comedy, music, drama, good storyline etc, etc, etc. The show is based on the famous band Queen. The songs are the hits Queen composed and even the storyline
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Police issue advice for horse riders
HORSE riders are being advised to take extra care on public roads following an incident on Thornaby Road, in Thornaby, on May 28, at 6.10pm. The Thornaby Neighbourhood Policing Team came across a horse in distress which was being ridden by a 17-year-old
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Bishop FM faces funding crisis
A community radio station forced off air due to a lack of funding is asking fans to stay faithful while volunteers raise £20,000. Bishop FM’s contributors are planning a series of live music events and a 26-mile trek to get the station back up-and-running
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Fundraising carnival for junior jazz band
JUNIOR jazz bands from the region enjoyed a summer carnival on Saturday. Six groups competed in a battle of the bands contest at Hackworth Park in Shildon, organised by the Northern Citrines Junior Jazz Band based in the town. They were joined by the
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Credit crunch watch: GM in bankruptcy
General Motors has filed for bankruptcy just days after sealing a deal to sell off its Vauxhall/Opel operations. The American government plans to take a 60% ownership stake in the Detroit company. President Barack Obama plans to tell the nation that
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Centres are six of the best
SIX leisure centres have been found to have improved standards in a recent inspection. The assessment, carried out by Quest on behalf of Sport England, found that all six had improved standards, customer care and value for money. Four Durham City leisure
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Councillor honoured for community work
A MIDDLESBROUGH councillor has been honoured as a community hero for his work within the community. Councillor David Budd, Middlesbrough Council’s executive member for regeneration and economic development, is one of just 21 councillors and officers
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New contract saves charity jobs
A THORNABY-based charity has secured more than 90 jobs after winning a new contract to provide interpreting services across Teesside. Everyday Language Solutions (ELS) is celebrating as those either employed by the organisation or work on a freelance
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Appeal after woman bitten by dog
A WOMAN needed hospital treatment after being attacked by a pit-bull type dog on the beach. She was with her family, including a young child, on Marske Beach, near Redcar, when a dog approached. The woman was bitten on the calf by the dog in the incident
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Parents urged to watch children at beach
LIFEGUARDS are urging parents to keep an eye on their children at the beach following one of their busiest weeks for years. Redcar and Cleveland’s beach lifeguards had to deal with a number of incidents over the two days, including a 30-minute search
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Counting down to North Yorkshire Show
AN agricultural show will harness the power of young people to help raise funds for their adventures. Organisers of the 31st North Yorkshire County Show, which takes place later this month, will be helped by two groups of teenagers – Explorer scouts
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Under fire MP returns home
A NORTH-EAST MP who tried to reclaim a £5 church donation on expenses has returned home to face the anger of voters. Frank Cook said he had submitted the hand-written note by mistake. Last night Mr Cook said he had received a number
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Business brisk at the Buck
BUSINESS is encouraging at a village pub that four drinking pals clubbed together to save, according to one of the four regulars that took it over. The Buck Inn, at Maunby, near Northallerton, was taken over in April, when four entrepreneurs raised the
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Motorcycle collision driver named
The motorcyclist killed in a crash on the A684 near Hawes on Saturday has been named as Daniel Wilkinson, 21, from Southport. Mr Wilkinson was pronounced dead at the scene after his red-and-black GSXR bike collided with a red Vauxhall Zafira, carrying
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Breast cancer support meeting date rearranged
The next breast cancer support group meeting, organised by the Friarage Hospital, Northallerton, will take place on Friday, June 12 at 2.30pm. The meeting will feature a visit to Stamfrey Farm, West Rounton, for a demonstration on clotted cream. New
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Police appeal for bag snatch thief
Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman in her seventies had her handbag snatched in the street. The incident happened at 9.45am on Tuesday, May 26 in The Crescent, Northallerton. The man, who came from Central Drive, through a snicket on to
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Cat stuck up tree
Firefighters in North Yorkshire have been called to deal with a rare incident that many people think they deal with everyday- to help a cat that was stuck up a tree. A crew from York went to the aid of Sheba, a large Manx cat, who was trapped in a conifer
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Churches join together to raise funds for youth worker
CHURCH groups in Lower Wensleydale are celebrating after reaching their fundraising target to recruit a youth support work more than three months early. The parishes of Mashamshire and Middleham joined together to raise the money, forming a
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Not-so-dinky tractors
FOR collectors of classic toys it is almost an essential that the best items should come with their original boxes. But vintage tractor buff Peter Dean has turned that idea on its head - by creating an original "display box" for his prized Massey Harris
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Sparky to spread word of owl conservation
MEET Sparky, a one-year-old female barn owl who has got her claws into a new role helping to spread the word about the conservation of her species. She will make her public debut in Dalby Forest, near Pickering, North Yorkshire, on Sunday, as part of
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Views wanted on health strategy
DEMENTIA patients and their carers are being asked for their views for a new strategy in Darlington. Following the Department of Health's publication of the first National Dementia strategy, people in Darlington are being asked for their recommendations
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Fresh appeal over Malton crash
A 23-YEAR-OLD woman remains in a serious condition in hospital, following a two-vehicle collision. Police have renewed an appeal for information on the crash on the A64, at Golden Hill, near Malton, North Yorkshire. A black Ford Fiesta and a white Iveco
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I Have A Star by Beth Pullen
I have a star, a star that shines makes me glow enough just to smile I have a star, a star that glimmers makes me cry enough to die I have a star, a star that a star that’s hopeful makes me glad, glad I’m here I have a star, a star that a star that
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County prepares to go to the polls
VOTERS from across North Yorkshire will go to the polls this week, with the ruling Conservative group hoping to retain its control of the county. The Conservatives hold more than 50 per cent of the seats on the council, after a landslide victory
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Coffee morning at care home
A CARE home charity is to hold a coffee morning later this month. The event will take place at the Northallerton Abbeyfield residence - Fir Lodge, 82 South Parade, from 10 am to noon on Saturday, June 13. Those attending the event will be able to look
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Police probe assault on York teenager
DETECTIVES are investigating an assault on a 14-year-old girl, who suffered a facial injury as she walked in a public park. The alleged incident took place on Hob Moor, in York, at about 10pm, on Saturday. The victim was walking alone close to the exit
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School set for early demolition
A SCHOOL building in which pupils will be taught for the final time next term is due to be demolished ahead of schedule to curb potential vandalism. Council officials want to demolish Eastbourne School, in the Hundens Park area of Darlington, once pupils
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Milan players in tears over Ancellotti's Chelsea switch
AC MILAN general manager Adriano Galliani revealed several players were reduced to tears when they heard coach Carlo Ancelotti was leaving for Chelsea. Ancelotti ended his eight-year reign at the San Siro and has been officially confirmed as Guus Hiddink's
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Sunderland move step closer to appointing Bruce as boss
Sunderland have moved a step closer to appointing Steve Bruce as their next manager after a compensation package was agreed with Wigan. The former Manchester United defender is the Black Cats number one target to replace Ricky Sbragia, who
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Warning after warm weather burglary
PEOPLE in north Durham are being reminded to lock up their property during the warm weather after an opportunist. Jewellery and a computer console was stolen from a house in Lowery Lane, Craghead, during the day on Friday. Police understand the burglars
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Road trip to Mongolia
Driving 10,000 miles across two continents sounds gruelling. Steve Pratt speaks to three students who are planning to do just that. OUTSIDE, rain is drenching Durham city centre. Inside, the coffee shop the two Hugos and Simon – known collectively
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The mothman prophecies
The summer months are the most active for moths, so now is the time to join the ‘mothing’ craze, says Ian Bond. The fluttering creatures could have a lot to tell us about climate change. LIFE began to the dance of moths’ wings. Or rather my
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Mr Hudson, The Cluny, Newcastle
WHEN Kanye West – the world’s biggest rapper – says an artist has the talent to be bigger than he is, people tend to listen. Admittedly, most people were surprised to hear the artist was a relatively unknown, blond-haired singer-songwriter from
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Chuckle Trek, The Chuckle Brothers, Darlington Civic Theatre
IF the plot is the USS Exercise, captained by James T Burke, battling evil robots led by Dark Waders, then it can only be Paul and Barry Chuckle at the helm. The atmosphere inside the packed venue seems hotter than a Klingon on the starboard
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Mecca memories II
FURTHER to my letter about a fire in a power station at Mecca, Saudi Arabia (HAS, May 25), I did take, and still have, a photograph of the electric cable that had shorted on to a fuel pipe and started the blaze. My translator (oddly, an Egyptian
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Quality of life
WE all strive for the better things in life. There is nothing wrong with such a maxim. Indeed, we wouldn’t have the work ethic or ambition to do well without it. Money features strongly in all aspects of life, but is not necessarily the driving
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MPs' expenses
STILL the MPs’ expenses scandal rumbles on. May I suggest less talk by supposedly indignant party leaders and a bit more positive action – they should gag the next MP who insists “I have done nothing wrong”. If that is their defence, then they
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Voting
I READ with interest, and agreement, Barbara Bates’ views on the apathy within the country based on a poll which showed that only 45 per cent of the electorate would bother to vote if a General Election was called right now (HAS, May 26). We live
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Parliament
I COULD argue a number of constitutional points with Des More in his letter headed “Dissolution of Parliament” (HAS, May 27). For instance, the Queen could only dissolve Parliament without being requested to do so by the Prime Minister were she
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Watch faze
Who’s Watching You? (BBC2, 9pm); The Secrets Of Stonehenge: A Time Team Special (C4, 9pm) THERE’S no escaping Big Brother. I don’t mean the TV series of the same name – although, if anyone is still interested, they should note it’s back on Thursday
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David Cameron
WITH 95 per cent of prospective Tory MPs already selected by their constituencies, party leader David Cameron, like a demented magician, says you don’t have to be a Tory to stand as a Tory at the next General Election. What kind of gobbledegook
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Mock not: this work is vital
I SEE that correspondent Ian J Walker has belittled the important, and relatively inexpensive, research carried out to determine if ducks like rain or not (HAS, May 25). We in the scientific world are heartily sick of snide remarks aimed at our
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Headline Game update
An honourable draw in this morning's Headline Game on TFM radio. The story was about Cambridge Police opening a "contemplation room" so officers can "pray and have a quiet moment". Our headline was "The long psalm of the law". TFM presenter Graham Mack
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Fire crews tackle factory blaze
FIRE fighters tackled a blaze at a wood chip factory in Chilton yesterday afternoon. Crews from Newton Aycliffe attended the Wood Pellet Energy UK Ltd factory on Chilton Industrial Estate at 1.50pm after receiving reports of smoke pouring from the building
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Our man proves to be a big draw
HIS face might not be as well known as our regular columnists, because his photograph doesn’t appear alongside his work, but Cluff has become a Northern Echo institution over the past 19 years. Known in real life as John Longstaff, our waspish cartoonist
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Giles is Wilde about Oscar
As former MP Giles Brandreth prepares to visit Harrogate next month for a crime writers’ festival, he reveals to Steve Pratt his fascination with literary genius Oscar Wilde. FORMER MP, writer and broadcaster Giles Brandreth is on the other
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Lesson not learned
ONCE is unfortunate. Twice in two years is unforgivable. In November 2004, Frank Cook, the Stockton North MP, had an expenses claim for £1,450 refused by the Commons authorities. He had moved into a new house in London and claimed the cost of gardening
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Privet Detectives Investigate Bush Fire…
It’s that time of year when you like your front garden to look at its best. We have a tenant moving in to a property we own on Tuesday, so this weekend was an ideal opportunity to cut the lawn and spruce up the hedge. Peter Allison was going to do
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Claydon repays Durham’s faith
DURHAM’S faith in Mitch Claydon continued to reap growing rewards yesterday as, for the second time in a week, he dashed Nottinghamshire’s Twenty20 Cup hopes in a tight finish. In the opening tie at Trent Bridge the 26-year-old Sydneyborn seamer
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Norton able to celebrate a first victory of the summer
Dukes ECB Regional Nortrh-East Premier League NORTON celebrated their first win of the season to bring an end to a run of four defeats in their first five games and produce the first signs they might escape from the lower reaches of the division
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Lowe and Johnston set the pace for Boro as runs flow
Darlington Building Society NYSD Premier League IT was run feast on Saturday as batsmen with the sun on their backs produced some of the most thrilling displays of the season, including four century makers and a pair who formed a sublime partnership
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Gale force Yorkshire back in business after Phantoms victory
AN immaculate innings from Andrew Gale reignited Yorkshire’s Twenty20 campaign as the Tykes comprehensively beat Derbyshire Phantoms with time to spare. Gale carried his bat, plundering 79 from 59 balls in glorious sunshine as the Phantoms toiled
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Cole hails his return to top form
CHELSEA left-back Ashley Cole collected a record-breaking fifth FA Cup winning medal and insisted the season has been his best ever in the Premier League. Cole, named man of the match in the victory over Everton, struggled to find his best
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Chelsea are back roars Terry
FA CUP FINAL Everton 1 Chelsea 2 CHELSEA captain John Terry believes the arrival of Carlo Ancelotti as coach could be the start of a new successful era at the club. Ancelotti is expected to be named as new Chelsea boss early this week and unveiled
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McCoist hails Novo
SCOTTISH CUP FINAL: Rangers 1 Falkirk RANGERS assistant manager Ally McCoist hailed Nacho Novo’s 35-yard volley as one of the all-time great cup final goals after the Spaniard sunk Falkirk at Hampden. The half-time substitute lobbed Dani Mallo
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Cahill calls for new recruits
TIM Cahill has called for fresh investment to help carry Everton into the top four of the Premier League. The attacking midfielder has been the heartbeat of Everton’s impressive season but even he could not stop Chelsea lifting the FA Cup at Wembley
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Aliadiere set to kickstart Riverside exodus
ROY HODGSON wants to lure Middlesbrough forward Jeremie Aliadiere back to London and is ready to test Gareth Southgate’s resolve by making a £1.5m bid for the former Arsenal youth player. Southgate has revealed there will be wholesale changes
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Injured Carrick out of England squad
MANCHESTER United midfielder Michael Carrick has been ruled out of England’s World Cup qualifiers against Kazakhstan and Andorra with a foot injury. Aston Villa winger James Milner has been called up from the England Under-21 squad as the replacement
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Cevaer leads the way
CHRISTIAN Cevaer, 449th in the world and without a top 30 finish in his last 15 tournaments, overcame a star-studded field and one of the toughest holes in golf to be the shock winner of the European Open. After an amazing weekend which saw 45
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Murray is cited for title joy
ANDY Murray’s path to a first grand slam title opened up after reigning champion Rafael Nadal was sensationally dumped out of the French Open. Hours after third-seed Murray became only the third British man to make the Roland Garros quarter-finals
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Thunder bow out
Gateshead Thunder 6 St Helens 66 ST HELENS coach Mick Potter could find little fault with his players after they clinched a ninth successive Carnegie Challenge Cup semi-final appearance. The reigning champions beat Gateshead 66-6 at the International
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Durham straight back up
Durham 29 Kent 14 FOLLOWING last season’s relegation, Durham bounced straight back to the second tier of the County Championship when they won the Plate final 29-14 against Kent at Darlington. The return of fly half Mark Bedworth, who
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Strettle out for England
DAVID Strettle’s injury jinx has struck again after he was ruled out of England’s two- Test series against Argentina with an abdominal illness. Bath winger Matt Banahan has been promoted from the Saxons to replace Strettle in the England squad
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Vickery: Lions have been handed a wake-up call
Royal XV 25 British and Irish Lions 37 PHIL Vickery believes the British and Irish Lions have been handed a reality check by an unheralded Royal XV. The Lions’ laboured 37-25 victory over a team drawn from South African rugby’s second tier will
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Chelsea to land target
CARLO Ancelotti is widely tipped to be named Chelsea manager in the next few days after confirming his exit from AC Milan by ‘‘mutual consent’’ – and he has admitted he would like to make Kaka his first signing. The 49-year-old left the Rossoneri
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Bruce is clear to take over at Sunderland
SUNDERLAND are confident of agreeing a compensation package with Wigan for Steve Bruce within the next 48 hours, after a day in which Roberto Mancini dropped out of the running to become the club’s new manager. Reports from Italy had quoted Mancini
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Saturday is Derby day
THIS Saturday is Derby day, and at the minute the outcome looks as clear as mud. Leading Irish trainer Aiden O’Brien looks to hold the key to the race, and at the minute O’Brien could run as many as six in the prestigious event. Stable jockey
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Rare North-East outing sees Charlton tipped for success
ROGER Charlton’s Splendorinthegrass should take plenty of beating in the Buck Inn Thornton Watlass Maiden Stakes at Thirsk. Charlton very rarely sends his runners this far north, so when he does the hint should be taken. This son of
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Langer in warning to Strauss
Former Australian opener Justin Langer warned England not to get carried away by their recent victories over the West Indies as they head into the Ashes series. But he did back England to make it a close series and he has been impressed by the
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Fawcett holds high hopes
MIDDLESBROUGH’S Lee Fawcett believes his BT Paralympic World Cup bronze will make him hungry for more success after returning to the Great Britain wheelchair basketball squad. The 32-year-old – who last competed for GB in 2005 – guided the hosts
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York success for Thirsk ace Dickman
THIRSK trainer Allan Dickman was elated after securing the biggest win of his career at York with Ishetoo. The front-running Peak District appeared to have all of his rivals in trouble coming inside the final furlong of the sportingbet.com Sprint
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Elliott’s Perth success
GORDON Elliott is making a habit of plundering decent prizes on British shores and Backstage provided him with another in the £20,000 Newwave Recruitment Perth Gold Cup Handicap Chase – emerging as a Galway Plate contender in the process. The
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Shearer deal in doubt as Ashley seeks buyer
NEWCASTLE UNITED owner Mike Ashley has been forced to put the club up for sale for the second time inside nine months, increasing the uncertainty surrounding the future of Alan Shearer at St James’ Park. Ashley appointed Keith Harris, chairman
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Scanner could end airport liquids ban
TRIALS of an airport security scanner which could lead to the restrictions on liquids in hand luggage being lifted will begin in the North-East this month. Newcastle International Airport will conduct the trial of liquid scanning equipment developed
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Keep on trucking
EUROPE’S largest truck festival is expected to return to the region next year following bumper crowds on its inaugural visit to the North-East. Truckfest organisers hailed the two-day event as a resounding success after hundreds flocked to
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City diary
MICHAEL O’LEARY, boss of Ryanair, will give his take on the state of the battered airline sector this week, while investors will also get the chance to quiz bosses at Lloyds Banking Group about its controversial HBOS takeover. Lloyds Banking
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Clinic celebrates with race event
PRIVATE cosmetic clinic the Aesthetic Beauty Centre is marking its tenth year in business by sponsoring an event at Newcastle Racecourse. The business held the Aesthetic Beauty Centre Ladies Night on Thursday, with race names including Botox and
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Making room for unemployed postgraduates
THE difficulty postgraduates often face in finding appropriate opportunities in the world of employment was the catalyst for entrepreneur Esther Dingley to establish her business. PostGrad Room, which is in the process of being established, will
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Rock was highlighted as a potential ‘weak link’
NORTHERN Rock was highlighted as a potential “weak link” in the British banking system three years before its near collapse. A risk simulation planning exercise involving the Financial Services Authority (FSA), the Bank of England and the Treasury
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Raising profile of heroes who seek to help others
UNSUNG heroes who dedicate their free time to helping communities in the region are being honoured this week. The 25th annual National Volunteers Week runs from today until Sunday, and celebrates voluntary work carried out by millions of people
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Brave Lucy still smiling despite MS diagnosis
A FIVE-YEAR-OLD girl has become one of the youngest sufferers of multiple sclerosis in the country. Lucy Wood, from Peterlee, County Durham, was diagnosed after suffering bouts of blindness, vomiting and walking difficulties. She is
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The search is on for an actor who dares to bare
AN amateur theatre group is looking for an actor with naked ambition. Darlington Operatic Society is hoping to attract a younger audience with its production of The Full Monty this autumn, but has been unable to find a performer to fill the
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Jeannie celebrates 108th birthday
ONE of the region’s oldest residents celebrated her 108th birthday yesterday. Great-great-grandmother Jeannie Pattison says the secret behind her long life is drinking boiled water every morning and night, and eating an apple a day. She marked
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Two dead, six seriously injured after weekend vehicle crashes
TWO people have died and six have been seriously injured in a series of crashes on the region’s roads. Police believe a 69-year-old man who died in a crash in County Durham, on Friday, suffered a seizure at the wheel. His blue Nissan Micra crossed
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North researchers offer hope for thousands of liver patients
SCIENTISTS in the region have made a breakthrough discovery that could bring hope to thousands of dying liver patients. Researchers at Newcastle University have shown that a drug currently used to treat high blood pressure – Losartan – can reverse
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3,000-mile hike for heroes
A CHARITY hiker who is criss-crossing the country to raise funds for British troops has arrived in the North-East as part of his 3,000 mile walk. Tony Bailey is taking on the challenge for the Help for Heroes charity, which supports servicemen
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Murder charge as teenager stabbed
A MAN will appear in court this morning charged with the murder of a teenager. The 21-year-old is accused of killing Ian Charlton, who was stabbed to death on Friday night. The 18-year-old died from a single stab wound after he was found
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A tale of two collections
IT’S a bright and breezy Wednesday morning: bin day in Esh Winning. In Willow Road, George Taylor is preparing to walk the dog, while his wife, Christine, makes clothes for the grandchildren. In Wood View, Terry and Ellen Glennon have an appointment
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No time to waste in the battle of the bins
In the second of a monthly series analysing whether the new unitary council is delivering for Durham, Mark Tallentire examines waste and recycling. Acid Test - Durham County Council in the spotlight: On the eve of the biggest council shake-up
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Woman confirmed as swine flu victim
THE first case of swine flu in North Yorkshire has been confirmed by health chiefs. A woman in the Hambleton area tested positive for the virus over the weekend, meaning the national total of cases has now risen to 244. However, her symptoms are
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Little sympathy over MP’s apology
FROM Douglas Hogg’s moat dredging to Sir Peter Viggers’ duck island, the list of items claimed on expenses by MPs seemed as though it could not get any more extraordinary. But yesterday, the revelation that Frank Cook tried to claim back a £5
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MP tried to claim church donation
A NORTH-EAST MP who said he was too busy to publish his expenses tried to reclaim a £5 church donation made during a Battle of Britain memorial service, it was revealed yesterday. The 2006 claim, by Stockton North MP Frank Cook, was refused
