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Wissa and Tonali set to be assessed
YOANE Wissa is pushing to be involved in Newcastle United's home game against Burnley on Saturday as he nears his first appearance in Eddie Howe's squad.
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December 04, 2025
The Journal
Take things seriously
ANYONE who tuned in to listen to last week’s Budget ‘will have had to put up with many stoppages from the Deputy Speaker as she told off various MPs for loudly barracking their opponents.
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December 04, 2025
The Journal
Paragon boss eyes fresh acquisitions
THE boss of Paragon Banking Group has acquisitions in mind after the lender received a major tailwind from regulatory reforms this year.
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December 04, 2025
The Journal
Police asked to review powers to crack down on face coverings use
NORTHUMBRIA Police will be asked to review its powers to crack down on people using face coverings for the purposes of crime or antisocial behaviour.
1 min |
December 04, 2025
The Journal
NATURAL WANDERS
Walk, swim, feast and find peace on the Isle of Arran's Coastal Way, says RACHEL ALEXANDER
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December 03, 2025
The Journal
Cats boss plays down ban worry for key duo
SUNDERLAND head coach Regis Le Bris has played down the worry ofa one-match ban for two of his key players, but admits it will be on their minds ahead of this week’s Premier League doubleheader.
2 min |
December 03, 2025
The Journal
Woods makes slow progress
GOLF Tiger Woods admitted his recovery from a back operation is not as quick as he would like, meaning he cannot put a date on his return to golf or even commit to a playing schedule.
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December 03, 2025
The Journal
Drink-driver clocked at 100mph after argument
A DRINK-DRIVER clocked more than 100mph in front of following officers while travelling 30 miles along a Northumberland road.
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December 03, 2025
The Journal
The late, late show as Spurs net leveller after Gordon penalty drama
THE fury of Tino Livramento and Lewis Hall was there for all to see as the influential pair walked off the field at full-time. Newcastle United blew it against Tottenham Hotspur and the duo were not happy.
3 min |
December 03, 2025
The Journal
TAKE HART
Star Ethan Hawke and director Richard Linklater talk to LYNN RUSK about film Blue Moon, a tribute to lyricist Lorenz “Larry” Hart
3 min |
December 03, 2025
The Journal
HEXHAM MP CALLS FOR REGISTER OF ICONIC TREES
HEXHAM MP Joe Morris has called for a register of landmark plants in law after the Sycamore Gap tree was felled in his constituency.
2 min |
December 03, 2025
The Journal
Fine for restaurant after garlic bread ingredient probe
A NORTHUMBERLAND restaurant has been hit with a fine for selling a meal containing traces of milk protein, even though the buyer specifically asked for a meal without.
2 min |
December 03, 2025
The Journal
Destination Calabria
JANE LAVENDER goes off the beaten path in Italy and finds beauty and ice cream in an unspoiled spot
3 min |
December 03, 2025
The Journal
Council's green light to £10bn data centre
APPROVAL has been granted for the first phase of building works on a £10 billion data centre planned on the Northumberland coastline.
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December 03, 2025
The Journal
The Journal More than just a tree
THE events of September 28, 2023, when the Sycamore Gap tree was chopped down by a pair of oafs, are creating an unexpectedly rich legacy.
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December 03, 2025
The Journal
Putin accuses Europe
RUSSIA'S President Vladimir Putin has accused Ukraine's European allies of sabotaging United States-led efforts to end the war in Ukraine that have gained momentum in recent weeks.
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December 03, 2025
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'Ahead of time' Smith dies at 62
CRICKET Robin Smith was a “batter ahead of his time”, according to England and Wales Cricket Board chairman Richard Thompson following the former England international's death at the age of 62.
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December 03, 2025
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Bank issues warning over risks to stability
THE Bank of England has issued a warning about heightened global risks to financial stability.
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December 03, 2025
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Youngsters are taking centre stage at market
A TEENAGE Christmas market run by young entrepreneurs is set to be held in Sunderland.
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December 03, 2025
The Journal
Girl battling rare cancer switches on Christmas lights
A BRAVE five-year-old from Consett with a rare form of cancer has switched on the Christmas lights at County Hall in Durham city. Durham County Council extended an invite to Bonnie-Leigh Spence and her family, asking her to light up their special Christmas tree.
1 min |
December 03, 2025
The Journal
Funeral at last – but friends say it has taken far too long
FRIENDS of a Northumberland man who died two months ago but has spent that time in a hospital mortuary have hit out at the fact that no public authority has taken responsibility for his funeral.
3 min |
December 03, 2025
The Journal
Slot praises pro Salah for reaction
MOHAMED Salah's reaction to being dropped has been nothing other than professional, according to Liverpool head coach Arne Slot.
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December 03, 2025
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Aussies will only get better, warns Vaughan
CRICKET Former England captain Michael Vaughan fears Australia will only get better as preparations continue for the second Ashes Test in Brisbane.
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December 03, 2025
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Israel receives more remains
ISRAEL has said it has received remains handed over by Palestinian militants in Gaza to the Red Cross. They are believed to be remains of one of the two hostages still in the territory: an Israeli and a Thai national.
1 min |
December 03, 2025
The Journal
Hillsborough report brings 'no justice'
AN investigation into the Hillsborough football disaster in 1989 has found 12 police officers would have faced gross misconduct proceedings for “fundamental failures” on the day and for “concerted efforts’ to blame fans in the tragedy’s aftermath.
2 min |
December 03, 2025
The Journal
What a waste of our money
I'M in total agreement with the person who praised the abolition of Police Commissioners which transpired to be a complete waste of money.
1 min |
December 03, 2025
The Journal
Swift justice for thieves under policing initiative
A DEDICATED Northumbria Police operation has been launched to tackle Newcastle city centre shoplifting ~ with 60 convictions secured to date.
3 min |
December 03, 2025
The Journal
Stokes wants the gift of the Gabba
BEN Stokes insists his England side hold no fear of the ‘Gabba-toir,’ the Brisbane stronghold where so many Ashes dreams have come undone.
2 min |
December 03, 2025
The Journal
'Steal' of a signing for Bandits as Morris rejoins Shielfield squad
BERWICK Bandits have unveiled a second signing, with Australian Nick Morris joining Peter Kildemand in the Borders side's starting lineup for 2026.
1 min |
December 03, 2025
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'Death rate' of businesses at lowest in nine years
THE rate of businesses closing their doors in the UK last year was the lowest level since 2016, recent figures show.
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