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The path back for Conservative supporters is here
I'VE been writing this column since 2004 and I was invited to do so because I’m a Conservative and it balances the political opinions across the paper.
3 min |
October 16, 2025
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Morte Points to winner in Chelmsford CCR Handicap
MORTE Point can maintain his good run of form this year with victory in the CCR Handicap at Chelmsford.
2 min |
October 16, 2025
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Consultation on plan to close two first schools
A CONSULTATION has been launched on plans that could see two Northumberland first schools close.
3 min |
October 16, 2025
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Schools must be flexible, creative and plan ahead
AMONGST rising concerns around tax rises and service cuts in the run-up to the budget it is timely to review the impact of the VAT imposition on charitable independent schools.
3 min |
October 16, 2025
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Teen keeper one to keep an eye on
SUNDERLAND'S teenage goalkeeper Joseph Cowan has been named in Next Generation 2025.
1 min |
October 16, 2025
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Revenues rise for North East's biggest law firm
THE North East's biggest law firm says it has made significant progress on its strategy after posting a rise in revenues and profits.
2 min |
October 16, 2025
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I'm going into the red for the burgundy trend
NOT for the first time in my life, I fear I may have been overdoing it on the wine recently. Don't worry, I am not in danger of being hauled off to rehab. My liver is not in any imminent danger (I don't think!).
2 min |
October 16, 2025
The Journal
Spirit within club is clear, says Brown
FORMER Sunderland and England defender Wes Brown has been impressed with Sunderland's strong start to the season, pointing out they might have got something out of their last match against Manchester United.
1 min |
October 16, 2025
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Prep school makes the grade at awards
A RURAL prep school is \"thrilled\" after winning a national award.
1 min |
October 16, 2025
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Pilot training to take off
WIZZ Air is to train 1,200 new pilots by 2028, including 240 from the UK, it has been announced.
1 min |
October 16, 2025
The Journal
AI must work for people, not the other way around
ARTIFICIAL Intelligence (AI) is already having a major impact on work, jobs in creative industries, professional roles, and much else in our lives.
2 min |
October 16, 2025
The Journal
Sandpiper sight so stag-gering...
IT'S PARTY TIME FOR WONDERFUL CURLEWS
1 min |
October 16, 2025
The Journal
Tractor flattened park’s wetland and wildlife area
NORTHUMBERLAND County Council has come under fire after a tractor flattened part of a park designated as a wetland and wildlife area.
3 min |
October 16, 2025
The Journal
Rain helps England escape defeat
ENGLAND were saved by the rain having seemingly been heading for defeat against Pakistan at the World Cup.
1 min |
October 16, 2025
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Cut-price Gate is put up for sale by Royal owner
NEWCASTLE city centre drinking, dining and entertainment destination The Gate has been put up for sale by its owners, at almost a quarter of the price they paid for it.
2 min |
October 16, 2025
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Wear-Tyne derby one of three changes to fixtures
NEWCASTLE United's eagerly anticipated Wear-Tyne derby has been switched as part of the latest TV broadcast schedule.
1 min |
October 16, 2025
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Schools not contacted over hoax email threat
A NUMBER of schools in Gateshead went into lockdown as a result of a communication 'breakdown' over threatening hoax emails.
1 min |
October 16, 2025
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In Wilson, has one of the best in the business arrived?
MIXED FORTUNES AT RANGERS, BUT HIS TIME AT FOREST WAS A HUGE SUCCESS
4 min |
October 16, 2025
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Nature trail will be lasting tribute to tragic Archie
BELOVED Newcastle schoolboy killed in a tragic explosion one year ago will be honoured with a lasting tribute.
3 min |
October 16, 2025
The Journal
Get your head around ADHD
I'm ADHD! No You're Not
1 min |
October 16, 2025
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Fairstone hails strong results as revenues rise
DIRECTORS at North East finance firm Fairstone Group have hailed strong results with revenues rising in a year which saw it grow the amount of client assets under management to £20bn.
1 min |
October 16, 2025
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'Incredibly proud' Ford stays at Sale
SALE Sharks and England fly-half George Ford has committed his long-term future to the club by signing a new three-year contract.
3 min |
October 16, 2025
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Funds will help to future-proof our museums
TWELVE museums across the North East are set to benefit from over £400,000 in government funding.
1 min |
October 16, 2025
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Gordon has World Cup firmly in sights
ANTHONY Gordon admits he needs to perform for Newcastle United for the rest of this season to secure a place in the England squad for next summer's World Cup.
1 min |
October 16, 2025
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Keel Crossing opening a boon for Black Cats fans
A NEW multi-million pound crossing of the river Wear will officially open this weekend Sunderland's £31m Keel Crossing footbridge, linking the city centre with Sheepfolds and the Stadium of Light, will formally open its doors at 1.30pm on Saturday.
2 min |
October 16, 2025
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Councillor kicked out of Reform: ‘It’s run like the Mafia’
A COUNTY councillor has claimed Reform UK is “not ready” for power at a national level amid a row over her expulsion from the party.
2 min |
October 16, 2025
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Rise in revenue of 17 per cent for housebuilder
DIRECTORS at Newcastle house-builder Bellway have hailed a good performance in 2025 after posting a revenue rise of almost 17% to £2.78bn.
2 min |
October 15, 2025
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'Amazing' to be part of a great club
FORCED to retire through injury in 2023, few players have embodied Sunderland AFC Women quite like Keira Ramshaw.
1 min |
October 15, 2025
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Hotel's 'incredible' nomination for top industry accolade
A CHIC hotel bringing an extra touch of five-star indulgence to a North East market town is in the running for an international award just a few months after its launch.
1 min |
October 15, 2025
The Journal
Goodbye flyover!
It might be just a road, but the Gateshead flyover seemed to take on added significance when it was suddenly closed last year.
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