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England trio rewarded for their Ashes heroics
Andrew Strauss was rightly proud and delighted to receive an OBE for his part in the Ashes - once he realised the letter on his doormat was not a gas bill. The England captain and his fellow 2010/11 Ashes winners Andy Flower and Alastair Cook have all
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Arise Sir Brucie
ARISE Sir Brucie! Light entertainment king Bruce Forsyth receives a long-awaited knighthood in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List today. The 83-year-old Strictly Come Dancing host’s prime-time TV career spanning more than half a century is recognised
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He's a Ferry proud man
NORTH-EAST born chart veteran Bryan Ferry last night said it was a “great honour” to land a CBE for services to music. The 65-year-old former Roxy Music frontman, who has had a recording career spanning nearly 40 years, said: “I would like
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Thomas insists Steele had to go
The Rugby Football Union was plunged into turmoil after John Steele was ousted as chief executive following a unanimous vote at an emergency board meeting. Steele, the former UK Sport boss and Northampton fly-half, had been in office for nine months
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Nadal suffers shock loss but Ward run continues
British number two James Ward last night succeeded where Rafael Nadal failed as he marched through to the semi-finals of the AEGON Championships at Queen's Club. Ward joined Andy Murray in the last four, and given they are on opposite sides of the draw
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Carnation looks a blooming good bet
Andrew Balding is taking things steady with Night Carnation and that decision can pay off in the Listed totesport.com Scurry Stakes at Sandown. A winner at this track and York already this season, Royal Ascot was mentioned but she has swerved the big
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It’s a family affair
The Easterby family dominated proceedings at York when veteran trainer Mick and his nephew Tim both enjoyed doubles at their local track. Mick Easterby, whose base is at Sheriff Hutton, missed his first meeting at the Knavesmire for many years due to
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Fine week ahead for Yorkshire-trained two-year-olds
This morning is a crucial one with many trainers having their last serious gallop before Royal Ascot, which begins on Tuesday. I think it could be a fine week for the northern raiders, especially the Yorkshire-trained two-year-olds, who I firmly believe
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Collingwood was stumped over my stance at the wicket
IT IS often said that a natural sportsperson will be adept at any sport. If they are a footballer by trade, some can apply themselves quite easily to another sport. Cricket, rugby, even bowls. Think Ian Botham - playing international cricket and turning
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College putting cricket on the agenda
TOO many young cricketers are falling through a gap in the scouting system and it is affecting the talent pool for international selection. That was the message broadcast this week as a North-East college pledged to do its bit to keep talented youngsters
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Anderson ready for Test return
James Anderson's anticipated return for the third and final npower Test against Sri Lanka will shape England's game plan to try to close out series victory. The fast bowler's name, barring any last-minute accidents or relapse in the minor side injury
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Katich blasts the Australian selectors
Dumped opener Simon Katich has launched a stinging attack on the Australia selectors, describing the decision not to offer him a new contract as "absolutely ridiculous". Katich was informed by chairman of selectors Andrew Hilditch on Tuesday that he
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Daley back in action
Tom Daley will take an emotional first step towards the defence of his world 10metre platform title at the British Gas National Diving Championships in Leeds this weekend. Daley will make his first competitive appearance since the death of his father
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Button learns from hero the Professor
Jenson Button has spoken of the moment he was left humbled by a Formula One legend who helped shape his career. Alain Prost is the former driver in question, the four-times world champion whose tactical acumen on the track earned him the nickname "The
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Stirling Moss finally retires at 81
Racing legend Sir Stirling Moss has officially retired from motor racing at the age of 81. Sir Stirling decided to call it a day following a qualifying session at Le Mans for the Legends race in which he was due to compete in his own restored Porsche
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Englishman Rock leads Italian Open
Robert Rock claimed sole leadership of the Italian Open after yesterday's second round as he edged a shot clear of the chasing pack. The 34-year-old Englishman held a share of the overnight lead with compatriot Chris Wood and a round of 68 in Turin yesterday
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Dull Durham fail to shine
WHILE Durham's plans for permanent floodlights remain on the back burner they failed to sparkle under the Derby illuminations last night. They allowed opponents who are vastly inferior on paper to rattle up 183 for three then allowed themselves to be
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Rafiq inspires Yorkshire to t20 win at Lancashire
Azeem Rafiq starred with both ball and bat on his return to Yorkshire colours to help clinch a heart-stopping Friends Life t20 win over Lancashire at Old Trafford last night. The 20-year-old off-spinner has recently returned to White Rose ranks after
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Midfielder joins Magpies
FRENCH midfielder Yohan Cabaye has expressed his delight at joining a “legendary” club, after becoming Newcastle United’s first signing of the summer.FRENCH midfielder Yohan Cabaye has expressed his delight at joining a “legendary
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Cantona returning to Old Trafford
Manchester United icon Eric Cantona is coming back to Old Trafford. Cantona's return has been confirmed as part of Paul Scholes' testimonial game on August 5, when the Frenchman will coach the legendary New York Cosmos side, currently bidding to gain
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Cooper explains one-year contracts
Darlington manager Mark Cooper has backed the club’s decision to offer only one-year contracts at The Northern Echo Arena.Darlington manager Mark Cooper has backed the club’s decision to offer only one-year contracts at The Northern Echo Arena.Chairman
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Solano unfazed by life in League One
NOBBY Solano insists playing in League One next season holds no worries.The former Newcastle United favourite turned down a new deal in the Championship with Hull City to return to the North-East and sign for Hartlepool United. Since moving to England
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Gerrard welcomes Liverpool’s signing of Henderson
Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard believes new signing Jordan Henderson has the ability to succeed him as the team’s driving force.The Reds completed the signing of Henderson from Sunderland on Thursday night in a deal thought to be worth around
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Black Cats target Gibson keen to play for Bruce
SUNDERLAND target Darron Gibson has indicated he is ready to leave Manchester United, and admits he would love the chance to play under Steve Bruce. Gibson, along with Man United team-mates John O'Shea and Wes Brown, were subject of a £12m triple bid
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Delfouneso sets England a winning target
Nathan Delfouneso has urged his England team-mates to prove they can be the real ‘golden generation' by winning this month's European Under-21 Championship. That tag may have something of a hollow ring to it after the country's repeated failures at
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Elderly man suffers serious injuries in car accident
POLICE are appealing for witnesses to a raod traffic incident with left an 87-year-old man with serious injuries. A red Vauxhall Vectra left the carriageway and rolled down an embankment on the A174 Brotton by-pass at about 4.30pm today.
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Newcastle seal Cabaye transfer
NEWCASTLE have confirmed the signing of French international midfielder Yohan Cabaye for an undisclosed fee. Cabaye arrives at St James' Park on a five-year deal from French champions Lille. The 25-year-old agreed terms with the Magpies last week
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New head for Teesside school
A HEADTEACHER of a top international school is to takeover at a Teesside school next year. Deborah Duncan is currently working at The English School, in Cyprus and will start as headteacher of Teesside High School, in Eaglescliffe, from January. She
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Disabled riders need cash to compete
FIFTEEN riders from a disabled riding school have qualified for a national horse riding championship. The competitors, who all ride at Riding for the Disabled Association's (RDA) Unicorn Centre at Hemlington, in Middlesbrough, now have to find funding
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Disruption possible due to roadworks
MOTORISTS using a busy North-East road are being warned about overnight resurfacing works. The A19, north of Middlesbrough, will be subject to night time closures for up to three weeks from Sunday, June 19. The northbound carriageway will be closed
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New centre to promote independent travel
A NEW training centre is opening in Stockton to give young people the chance to learn about all aspects of travel. Children and young people with disabilities can develop independent travel skills at The Independent Travel Training Centre, based at Abbey
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Ex-Marine brings US fitness craze to area
A FORMER Royal Marine commando who served in three wars has been given the go-ahead to bring a new fitness craze to Teesside. Lee Howes, 28, has served in Iraq, Afghanistan and Kosovo, but now wants to introduce people to a fitness method he learnt
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Luka’s four-day hitch-hike to reach the perfect pint
A SLOVENIAN student has proven that beer lovers will go to great lengths for a pint. Luka Mustafa, 20, hitch-hiked for four days to reach The Black Sheep Brewery, in Masham, North Yorkshire. He travelled from the largely wineproducing country
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Kaboom (15)
Stars: Thomas Dekker, Chris Zylka, Haley Bennett, Juno Temple, Kelly Preston Running time: 86 mins Rating: *** THIS is a film that was awarded the first ever Queer Palm at last year’s Cannes Film Festival for its contribution to lesbian, gay,
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Kung Fu Panda 2 (PG)
Featuring the voices of Jack Black, Dustin Hoffman, David Cross, Seth Rogen, Jackie Chan, Angelina Jolie, Lucy Lui, Gary Oldman, Jean-Claude Van Damme, Michelle Yeoh, James Wong Running time: 90 mins RatingL *** THE first Kung Fu Panda was animated
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Born to be The Lady in the Van
The Lady in the Van is becoming the ideal comedy vehicle for Nichola McAuliffe. She talks to Viv Hardwick about playing Alan Bennett’s ultimate bag lady. SO you’ve moved from the Truck to the Van, I observe to Nichola McAuliffe about becoming
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Dave McPherson: Hardship Diaries (Graphite Records)
THE front man for rockband InMe has his debut solo album funded by an internet pledge campaign. This is a beautifully-constructed piece of work, which allows McPherson’s voice to come to the fore. Stripped down and largely, but not wholly melancholic
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Beastie Boys: Hot Sauce Committee Part Two (Capitol)
IT’S more than three decades since the the band first hit the scene, all teenage angst and threatening to “fight for the right to party”. Now they are back with their much-delayed eighth studio album, due in the main to Adam ‘MCA’ Yauch’s cancer
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Hugh Laurie: Let Them Talk (Warner Bros)
ANSWER me this. Can America’s highest paid TV actor really sing convincingly about the blues? There is no doubting that comedian, turned serious actor, turned musician, Hugh Laurie can play the blues. The songs on the album have a distinctly New
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Memorable evening's entertainment
THANKS to everyone who supported the Norma Waterson benefit concert at The Sage last week. For us performers it was something of an all-day party, with a lot of interaction between singers and musicians who normally wouldn’t get a chance to
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Respighi: First Violin Concerto in A Major (Naxos 8.572332)
Laura Marzador, joined by the Chamber Orchestra of New York, presents a magnificent account. The work, written in 1903, was revised and completed by composer/conductor Salvatore Di Vittorio, who directed its premiere last year. The Concerto
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Yellowjackets/Timeline (Mack Avenue Records MAC1058)
For their 30th anniversary album, founder members Russell Ferrante and Jimmy Haslip are joined by Bob Mintzer (a mere 20 years with the band) with Will Kennedy returning. With guest appearances by guitarist Robben Ford and trumpeter John Daversa
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Wine, Women and Song
WINE, Women and Song brings Matraca Berg, Gretchen Peters and Suzy Bogguss to The Sage Gateshead on Sunday for a great night of musical entertainment and banter among three great friends. If you have not yet experienced any of their shows, you
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Witness appeal after A167 crash
POLICE are appealing for a tractor driver to come forward after a motorcyclist was injured on a busy road. At about 12.45pm yesterday, the motorcyclist, a 58-year-old man, was travelling through on the A167 through Croft, near Darlington, towards Northallerton
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NORTH YORKSHIRE: news in brief
JAZZ NIGHT: The New Life Baptist Church, in Northallerton, will host jazz band New Orleans Heat, tomorrow at 7.30pm. All proceeds from the evening will go to Christian Aid. Tickets are £8 and are available from Greensleeves music shop, in Northallerton
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Simple sound
Rocker Jim Kerr has spent more than 30 years as the frontman of Simple Minds. He discusses the band’s upcoming UK gigs, which include Dalby Forest, life with the group, and his love of Italy. Is this your first experience of playing gigs in
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Truckers aid police to stop motorist involved in smash
A PAIR of lorry drivers came to the rescue to help police stop a motorist who had been driving in the wrong direction on a busy dual carriageway with just three wheels after an accident. The black Mazda car was involved in a crash with a heavy
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Ender the Rovers
THE Price is right for the new face behind the bar at the Rovers Return in Coronation Street (ITV1). Her name’s Stella Price, although Stella Artois might be a more appropriate name for someone working in a pub. Happily she’s a feisty lady. She
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It's a laugh a minute
Channel 4's Comedy Gala (C4, 9pm) Love Your Garden (ITV1, 8pm) The Mentalist (Five, 9pm) "IF you’re alive and you’re a comedian, you’re on the bill," says Irish comic Jason Byrne. “Those are the rules. Stand outside the gig and tell people you’
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Golf club on course
A NORTH Durham golf club which faced the prospect of closure looks set to stay on course for a bright future following successful negotiations between the council chiefs and club representatives. Roseberry Grange Golf Club near Chester-le-Street
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Are these mums mad?
AFLURRY of items in the news lately is enough to make you wonder if some people are safe enough to be let out on their own, let alone be in charge of children. First a new report on the sexualisation of children has warned that manufacturers
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University spin-out moves to region
A UNIVERSITY spin-out firm aiming to make coal a green fuel has received more than £160,000 to base itself in the Tees Valley. C-Capture, a spin-out from the chemistry department at the University of Leeds, has developed technology which aims
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Market report
LONDON’S market posted strong gains yesterday despite a tough session for the retail sector after the owner of catalogue chain Argos issued a gloomy warning over high street trading. The wider FTSE 100 Index rose by 47.5 points at 5856.3 as
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Exports drive North- East manufacturing
THE importance of manufacturing to the North-East economy has been demonstrated by figures showing exports from the region are growing at a faster rate than in any other English area. Largely driven by manufacturers such as Nissan, which this
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Business models under scrutiny
The Government is to look at business models used by firms providing public services following the “failure” of the one used by Southern Cross Healthcare. Yesterday’s announcement by Vince Cable comes after stinging criticism of the sale and
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Prison governor jailed for child sex offences
A PRISON wing governor, considered "an ogre" by his victim, was today jailed for four years for child sex offences. Barry Cummings, 49, was described as "arrogant and overbearing" by Judge Christopher Prince as he sentenced him at Durham Crown Court.
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Health check
Prime Minister David Cameron has promised that the NHS is safe in his hands. Health Editor Barry Nelson explains why The Northern Echo wants your help to hold him to account. THE health service is probably our best-loved and most cherished institution
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School transport
I REFER to the article headlined “Anger deepens over travel axe” (Echo, May 31) and in particular the comments of one parent who said: “The Catholic schools will be...filling up with Protestants and others”. It only needs the word “Protestants
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Heart unit
MOVING on from Jeremy Whiting’s letter (HAS, June 7) about the possible closure of the children’s heart unit at the Freeman Hospital, Newcastle, I believe that all heart units for children with a long and proven track record should be allowed to
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Gambling our future on experts
A WHILE back I wrote about the unfailing ability of political pundits to get it wrong. In fact, I recall saying that if the average racing tipster had the same failure rate, they would soon be heading for the job centre. Well, there’
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Police ask taxi driver to come forward
POLICE are appealing for a taxi driver who might have vital information about a fatal accident to come forward. Footballer Darren Wake died in the early hours of Sunday, May 22 as he headed towards his home in Wheatley Hill after an end-of-season celebration
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Go it alone, Cheryl
CHERYL Cole should go independent of other people and start her own company. She has a special talent of her own which has caused jealousy among her rivals. She would be a lot happier doing her own thing. N Tate, Harrowgate Village, Darlington
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Southern Cross
IT is highly hypocritical of Labour leader Ed Milliband to accuse Southern Cross of treating the elderly as commodities (Echo, June 8), when the Labour-controlled Durham County Council did exactly the same with the closure of the council-run care
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Chief executive
COUNCILLOR Bob Cook’s upbeat letter (HAS, June 6) about the future of Stockton town centre is a breath of fresh air. I spent a great deal of my leisure time as a young man on Stockton High Street, and I am saddened by the decline I have seen over
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Stockton
COUNCILLOR Bob Cook’s upbeat letter (HAS, June 6) about the future of Stockton town centre is a breath of fresh air. I spent a great deal of my leisure time as a young man on Stockton High Street, and I am saddened by the decline I have seen over
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Work scheme
THE new Work Programme goes active on Monday and yet with only days to go, I believe private agencies and civil servants are becoming increasingly worried that they have been given no training nor guidelines from the Government. They have no need
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Trades unions
DR Alan Booth, the chairman of Bishop Auckland Conservative Association, should not be encouraging employers who recognise trade unions to break the law (HAS, June 6). In unionised organisations employers are required to provide safety representatives
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Manufacturing
STEPHEN HADDEN (HAS, June 6) typifies the inability of Labour supporters to think independently. It was not me but the Financial Times that stated that manufacturing reduced under Labour at three times the rate of the Thatcher years. It was not
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Hospice needs helping hand
A HOSPICE is making an urgent appeal for volunteers to come forward and help with its vital work. Willow Burn Hospice, based at the former Maiden Law Hospital, in Lanchester, County Durham, says it has vacancies for administrative managers, warehouse
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Inquest records verdict of misadventure in pool boy death
A CORONER has made a series of safety recommendations following in inquest into the death of an eight-year-old boy who drowned while swimming. Kaimen Ward, of Northallerton, North Yorkshire, died in August last year, during a swimming session at Hambleton
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Pre season friendlies
Here's the list of pre season friendlies leading up to the big kick off on August 13th. If anyone wants their pre season friendly adding to the list, or has spotted an omission, then contact Ray Simpson through the usual channels. Tuesday
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Hawk Mountain can defy 5lb rise
JOHN Quinn’s Hawk Mountain is well up to defying a 5lb rise in the handicap in the Bond Tyres Stakes at York. He is actually running off 1lb higher mark than he will in future as he has been reassessed but over two miles that should not make much
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Memory can erase 1000 Guineas nightmare
RICHARD Hannon junior is confident Memory can erase her 1000 Guineas nightmare when she goes for the Coronation Stakes at Royal Ascot next Friday. The daughter of Danehill Dancer was considered a major contender for the 1000 Guineas at
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Bruce makes striker move
HE MAY have lost one of his prized midfield assets in Jordan Henderson, but Sunderland boss Steve Bruce is closing in on young South Korean striker Ji Dong-Won. HE MAY have lost one of his prized midfield assets in Jordan Henderson, but
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Tickets on sale for North York Moors film
AN INDEPENDANT film about the moor land landscape of North Yorkshire will be screened at the end of the month. Dawn to Dusk, made by Nicholas Turner will be shown at The Moors National Park Centre in Danby. The film depicts the world and philosophy
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French midfielder arrives on Tyneside for medical
FRENCH midfielder Yohan Cabaye will fly into Tyneside today to compete a medical ahead of his £4.3m move to Newcastle, becoming Alan Pardew’s first signing of the summer. FRENCH midfielder Yohan Cabaye will fly into Tyneside today to compete
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Three found unconscious after ingesting dangerous chemical
THREE people were found unconscious outside a pub in the early hours of this morning having ingested a dangerous chemical. Two women, aged 27 and 22, and a 22-year-old man were taken to hospital after being discovered outside the Zetland Pub
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Ravensworth Village Fun Day
Ravensworth are holding a village BBQ and fun afternoon on Saturday 8th July. There will be a bouncy castle for children and adults, music, barbequeue and a licensed bar from 3:00pm until 11:30pm. Tickets at £2 each from Laura Stephenson on 01325
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Garden party to thank volunteers at historic hall
THE trustees of an historic hall are to celebrate the tenth anniversary of its renovation with a garden party to thank the volunteers who keep it running. Kiplin Hall, in Scorton, near Richmond, is a popular tourist destination for its art and furniture
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Fish saved from river after water levels drop
ENVIRONMENTAL experts have stepped in to save hundreds of fish in a stretch of river after water levels dropped dangerously low. Water levels in the River Rye, near Helmsley, in North Yorkshire, usually drop at this time of year, but are exceptionally
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Flood defence plans scrapped at last minute
THE construction of a £1.3million flood defence scheme for Pickering has been called off at the last minute because it cannot be built within budget. The Environment Agency was due to start work this summer on its Slowing the Flow project, a number
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Help us keep the public informed about what is really happening in the NHS
Today The Northern Echo is launching Health Watch - a new campaign which aims to find out what is really happening in the NHS. Prime Minister David Cameron has given five guarantees about the future of the NHS and promised that a substantial
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Hebburn sign three
Hebburn manager Paul Bennett has continued his summer signings with three more additions to his squad. Bennett, who is starting his first full season in charge after being appointed last November, has signed midfielder Chris Tate from Birtley, defender
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High hopes for guest at popular airshow
A NUCLEAR bomber will take to the skies over the North-East next month when Europe’s largest free airshow returns. An Avro Vulcan, a Cold War bomber designed to carry out nuclear strikes on the Soviet Union, will be making a noisy return to the
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Inquest: chip pan caused fatal fire
A FAMILY christening ended in tragedy after a young man died in a blaze described by a firefighter as one of the worst he had witnessed in 27 years of service. Craig Westhorp, 20, was killed in the fire that engulfed his home after his brother
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Father jailed for child porn after tip-off
A TRAGIC father caught with child pornography and indecent videos of children on his home computer was yesterday jailed for four months. Former school governor Bernard Swift – known as Ben – was arrested when police, acting on a tip-off, raided
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Man spared jail after cybersex with girl, 13
A LONER who took part in “cybersex” with a schoolgirl has walked free from court for the second time, despite the intervention of the Solicitor General. A panel of senior judges agreed not to jail David Stuart Barnes, who had also downloaded
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Minister: I've gone out of my way to aid area
CONTROVERSIAL cabinet minister Eric Pickles yesterday insisted he had gone out of his way to help the North- East, despite councils in the region facing unprecedented budget cuts and huge job losses. Speaking in South Shields, South Tyneside,
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Lifeguard in tears over bid to revive pool boy
A LIFEGUARD wept yesterday as she told an inquest how she dived into a swimming pool to try to help an eight-year-old boy. Kaimen Ward, of Northallerton, North Yorkshire, drowned in August last year, after getting into difficulty in the pool at
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Ill drugs courier spared jail by judge
A DRUGS courier caught with 500g of heroin 12 days after being released from a five-year jail sentence for an identical offence has walked free after a judge called his case unique. Jonathan Hibbs was spared jail after a court heard that he
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We'll be keeping our eyes on you
A CAMPAIGN to hold the Prime Minister to account over his promises this week on the NHS was last night backed by key health organisations in the North-East. The Northern Echo is launching Health Watch – and we want YOU to become our eyes and
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Stun gun link to decrease in armed actions
A SHARP drop in the number of incidents involving armed police officers in the region may be partly explained by the introduction of stun guns, one force says. The number of operations where permission was granted for the use of conventional firearms
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Police follow prints in snow to burglar's house
FOOTPRINTS in the snow led police straight to a teenager’s door after he burgled holiday caravans. Michael Adam West, 19, and at least one accomplice broke into ten caravans on the Kingfisher site in Frosterley, Weardale, while it was closed
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Pair beat F1 ace in Italian ride
TWO racing fans beat two-time F1 champion Mika Hakkinen when they got behind the wheel of a £500,000 vintage car for one of Europe’s most notorious races. Freelance journalist and former Northern Echo reporter Simon deBurton, 47, and brother Julian
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Designer shoes exhibition follows vow five years ago
AN iconic fashion designer has fulfilled a five-year-old promise by including a North- East museum in a world tour of her work. Bowes Museum in Barnard Castle, will be the only place in Europe to exhibit a collection of Vivienne Westwood shoes
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Fighting for their leisure
SIX leisure centres facing closure under town hall cost-cutting could all be saved after ten rescue plans were submitted to council chiefs. Durham County Council bosses, who say closing the facilities would save £1.3m a year, set groups wanting
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Enterprising Tees Valley bid to create 43,000 jobs is unveiled
REGENERATION chiefs last night unveiled details of a "big, bold and innovative" bid to bring 43,000 jobs to the region. Plans to create an Enterprise Zone have been approved in principle by the Leadership Board of Tees Valley Unlimited (TVU), but the
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Blacksmith to forge sculpture for Open Studies event
A MASTER blacksmith is firing up his forge for the public as part of an open studios event in North Yorkshire next month. Matthew Dwyer will create a forged metal sculpture in the courtyard garden of Saltbox Gallery & Workshop, in Helmsley, over the
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Prison officer jailed for 'ogre' sex assault of girl
A PRISON wing governor – considered “an ogre” by his victim – was yesterday jailed for four years for child sex offences. Barry Cummings, 49, was described as “arrogant and overbearing” by Judge Christopher Prince as he sentenced him at Durham
