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His legacy will be felt for generations

North East educationist Ian Kershaw died last month at the age of 80. Here, we look at his long and influential career

3 min  |

December 09, 2025

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Big Sam: Losing players to AFCON is 'disaster'

FORMER Sunderland and England boss Sam Allardyce has backed the Black Cats to do well - despite the “disaster” of losing players to the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

2 min  |

December 09, 2025
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Tino focused on Magpies ahead of World Cup

NEWCASTLE United star Tino Livramento has shelved England talk in order to ensure his side recover from a shaky start to the season.

2 min  |

December 09, 2025
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Landmark's big anniversary unlikely to go with a swing

TYNESIDE’S famous Swing Bridge looks certain to remain broken for its 150th anniversary next year.

2 min  |

December 09, 2025

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Compassion and community are things to cherish

I LOVE to see the lights at this darkest time of the year.

3 min  |

December 09, 2025

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Sinfield wants a Grand finale

RUGBY LEAGUE Kevin Sinfield has set his sights on the Super League Grand Final at Old Trafford as the finishing line for next year's fundraising challenge for motor neurone disease charities.

1 min  |

December 09, 2025

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Black Friday fails to drive desired lift for retailers

PRE-Budget “jitters” among shoppers dampened a much-needed Black Friday boost for retailers, figures show.

1 min  |

December 09, 2025

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I reached another level, says Lando

FORMULA ONE Lando Norris said he performed at a level his rivals could not match this season after he was crowned Formula One world champion for the first time.

1 min  |

December 09, 2025

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Manufacturer returns to North East ownership

A WELL-KNOWN manufacturing company has returned to regional ownership following a management buyout.

2 min  |

December 09, 2025

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Heartbreak as family pay tribute to 'beautiful soul'

THE family of a woman killed on the A19 at Holystone last Friday have paid tribute to a “beautiful soul” who they will miss “beyond words”.

2 min  |

December 09, 2025
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Families can bank on charity shop for support

HAVING never heard the term baby bank, I was unsure what to expect when entering Tyneside Community Shop in Wallsend, but racks of toys and clothes for children and adults ranging in prices of 30p to £3 was a wonderful surprise.

3 min  |

December 09, 2025

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Council tax rise and 75 job losses planned in £3.9m cost-cutting bid

A COUNCIL tax rise and 75 job losses have been announced under multi-million pound budget cuts in Newcastle.

2 min  |

December 09, 2025

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Border clashes resume

THAILAND has launched air strikes along its disputed border with Cambodia, as both sides accused the other of breaking a ceasefire that halted fighting earlier this year.

1 min  |

December 09, 2025

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Residents cry fowl over intensive chicken sheds

RESIDENTS in a Northumberland Rise are campaigning against plans for new intensive chicken shed at a nearby farm.

2 min  |

December 09, 2025
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Northern Lights festive trail brings just the magic we need this winter

I SEE what looks like a tree on fire.

3 min  |

December 09, 2025

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top scout will be keeping an eye on the boys from Brazil

Is Chelsea star interesting Newcastle?

1 min  |

December 09, 2025

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Salah 'risks destroying his legacy'

WAYNE Rooney insists Mohamed Salah is “destroying his legacy” by disrespecting his Liverpool teammates and manager Arne Slot through his incendiary comments at Elland Road on Saturday.

1 min  |

December 09, 2025

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Tech firm lands £200k fund boost

A CLIMATE-TECH founded by two Durham University graduates has secured £200,000 in private equity finance to boost its development.

1 min  |

December 09, 2025
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Train station remains one of the least used

> Acklington railway station

2 min  |

December 09, 2025

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United are 'lacking a vital bit of experience'

NEWCASTLE

1 min  |

December 09, 2025
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Charities unite to create a 'brighter' children's unit

SAM VOLPE on how a project to create a better and brighter clinic at a Newcastle hospital will help young patients and their families

1 min  |

December 09, 2025

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Bringing some cold comfort to the elderly

You need to check older relatives and friends are taking care of themselves this winter. By CAMILLA FOSTER

2 min  |

December 09, 2025

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System of neglect

IT'S nearly a year since the sudden closure of the Gateshead flyover sparked a series of events that brought chaos to the North East's transport system.

1 min  |

December 09, 2025

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Dickens' plot has a lesson

WITH reference to Cath Davis' letter (Tuesday) in Dickens' A Christmas Carol the two images of Want and Ignorance hidden under the cloak of the Ghost of Christmas Present was a message to Scrooge to recognise his meanness of spirit and greed.

1 min  |

December 08, 2025
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Le Bris is seeking an instant reaction in derby after defeat

REGIS Le Bris admitted that Manchester City were a step too far for his Sunderland in a run of tough games as they were well beaten at the Etihad on Saturday.

2 min  |

December 08, 2025

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Trust's HIV record hailed as national plan launched

NEWCASTLE \"HIV confident\" scheme has been hailed by the Government as part of a new UK plan to stop new cases by 2030.

2 min  |

December 08, 2025

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Salah 'thrown under the bus'

LIVERPOOL HERO IN ASTONISHING OUTBURST AGAINST BOSS AND CLUB

2 min  |

December 08, 2025

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Garden watchers capture picture of birds in numbers

TONY HENDERSON on how the North East has kept track of its feathered friends over the years

3 min  |

December 08, 2025

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Coup attempt in Benin 'foiled'

A COUP that was announced in Benin yesterday has been “foiled”, the African country’s interior minister has said.

1 min  |

December 08, 2025

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I vowed that if I got the all-clear I'd help women with cancer

FORMER MADE IN CHELSEA STAR MILLIE MACKINTOSH EMBARKED ON A GRUELLING SAHARAN TREK TO HELP A BREAST CANCER CHARITY AFTER FINDING A LUMP IN HER OWN BREAST. LISA SALMON FINDS OUT MORE

4 min  |

December 08, 2025