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Closure and mergers on cards in school shake-up as pupil numbers slump
A MIDDLE school could be closed and six primary schools merged under radical plans due to falling pupil numbers.
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October 03, 2025
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Sam Fender included in Mercury Prize line-up
HOMEGROWN star Sam Fender is to perform at the eagerly-await-ed 2025 Mercury Prize awards, it has been announced, as the playlist for this month's showcase event is confirmed.
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October 03, 2025
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Lloyds set to take control of Schroders wealth tie-up
LLOYDS is set to scrap its wealth management tie-up with Schroders and take control of the unit amid efforts to sharpen its focus on more affluent customers.
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October 03, 2025
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UNITED WANT TO HEAD SOUTH IF RUBEN GOES
With OLIVIA BUZAGLO and JOLEON LESCOTT
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October 03, 2025
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Two killed by terrorist in synagogue knife attack
A TERRORIST was shot dead by police after killing two people in a car and knife attack outside a synagogue on the holiest day of the Jewish calendar.
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October 03, 2025
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'Rotting seagulls' shut down court
ROTTING seagulls in the roof and maggots ‘raining down on to the lobby’. These are the grim conditions seen inside a North East court, according to a report.
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October 03, 2025
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Israel intercepts flotilla
ISRAELI naval forces have boarded most of the vessels in a flotilla attempting to break the blockade of Gaza and detained dozens on board, including European lawmakers.
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October 03, 2025
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72 are killed in Filipino quake
THE death toll in a powerful earthquake that hit the central Philippines late on Tuesday has risen to 72 with nearly 300 others injured.
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October 03, 2025
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Flats scheme is approved
PROPOSALS to transform listed buildings in Sunderland into flats have received approval from the city's planning bosses.
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October 03, 2025
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Labour council leader survives second vote of no-confidence in a year
THE leader of Newcastle City Council has survived a second attempt to oust her from her position in under a year.
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October 03, 2025
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Fans queue up to meet pop icon Perrie
FANS were rewarded for their patience in Newcastle on Wednesday as, after lining up for her album signing, they got to meet pop icon Perrie Edwards as she arrived back in her native North East to promote her debut solo record.
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October 03, 2025
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Thiaw the centre of attention for fans in Brussels
NEWCASTLE defender Malick Thiaw shone on the Champions League stage on Wednesday night to leave Eddie Howe with a major selection headache.
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October 03, 2025
The Journal
PRIVATE RENTS INCREASE BY £100s A MONTH ACROSS SWATHES OF THE UK
AVERAGE private rents in the UK increased by £73 a month to £1,348 in the 12 months to August, according to the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics.
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October 03, 2025
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Holiday park expansion plans given green light
PLANS to expand a holiday park in the County Durham countryside have been given the green light.
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October 03, 2025
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Big pay day for brand Becks
DAVID Beckham has enjoyed a significant pay day as profits at his business empire surged by nearly a quarter in 2024, it has been disclosed.
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October 03, 2025
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Banned driver led police on chase in a 20mph zone
A BANNED driver has avoided jail after taking police on a chase through a 20mph zone of a Northumberland town and then refusing a drugs test.
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October 03, 2025
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Root on shortlist
CRICKET England's Joe Root has been shortlisted for the Professional Cricketers’ Association men's player of the year award, with England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt one of four candidates for the women's award.
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October 03, 2025
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239 jobs saved at packaging group after acquisition
MORE than 200 jobs have been saved after the sale of a North East and Yorkshire packaging company that had gone into administration.
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October 03, 2025
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Berghaus extends losses despite rise in revenues
OUTDOOR clothing brand Berghaus has reported a seventh consecutive year of losses despite seeing a rise in revenues and improving financial performance.
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October 03, 2025
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Hamilton overwhelmed by Roscoe messages
FORMULA ONE Lewis Hamilton has described Roscoe as the “most important thing of my life\" after admitting to being “overwhelmed” by messages of condolences following his dog’s death.
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October 03, 2025
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Sky turned £800m loss into £253m profit ahead of hundreds of job cuts
MEDIA and telecoms group Sky bounced back from a near £800m loss to post a pretax profit of £253m in 2024, ahead of plans to shed hundreds of jobs.
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October 03, 2025
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Motorway restrictions disruption for drivers
DRIVERS in Newcastle have been warned of further restrictions on the A167 Central Motorway.
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October 03, 2025
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England got sadder after Thatcher
FROM the blistering fuzzed-out riff of Open My Eyes, recorded with Nazz in the 1960s, to the wide-ranging experimentation of Utopia and thoughtful reflection of his solo albums, Todd Rundgren's career has been both prolific and diverse.
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October 03, 2025
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A NICE RIDE... SHAME ABOUT THE ANXIETY
FOR most bikers, the sound is a visceral part of the riding pleasure, whether it's the heartbeat of a single, the syncopated throb of a V-twin, the sweet whine of a triple, or the unmitigated howl of an inline four at full chat.
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October 03, 2025
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TALON SCOUT
LARA OWEN SEEKS OUT HOT NEW AUTUMN NAIL LOOKS WITH EXPERT HELP
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October 03, 2025
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Riverside hotel granted alcohol licence despite concerns
A RIVERSIDE Gateshead hotel has been granted an alcohol licence despite local concerns over potential noise and public nuisance.
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October 03, 2025
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Bringing a taste of Italy to the North East for a century
A FAMILY cafe which is known for its unique Italian ice cream has celebrated operating for 100 years.
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October 03, 2025
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Front three in perfect Union as United end away-day woe in superb style
NEWCASTLE United ensured there was no hangover from Sunday’s disappointing defeat to Arsenal by brushing aside Union SG in the Champions League.
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October 03, 2025
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Mining landscape celebrated in 'inspired' artwork
CREATIONS by more than 20 artists will celebrate a historic mining landscape.
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October 03, 2025
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Cats are living the dream right now
SUNDERLAND are already on target to reverse the trend of promoted teams being relegated in their first season in the Premier League.
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