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Evolution of a 'pretty' street to shopping hub
THIS was Newcastle's main thoroughfare, Northumberland Street, as it was on a bustling shopping day in 1980. On the lampposts, we see signs marking the city's 900th anniversary celebrations - the 'New castle' having been founded in 1080 by Robert Curthose, eldest son of William the Conqueror.
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November 19, 2025
The Journal
Speed limit on rural route looks set to be reduced
THE speed limit on the main road between Hexham and Corbridge looks set to be reduced in order to accommodate a new cycle route between the two settlements.
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November 19, 2025
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Israeli is killed in West Bank
AN Israeli was killed and three others were wounded in an attack yesterday at a road intersection in the West Bank, Israel's rescue service said, following a spate of settler attacks on Palestinians across the occupied territory.
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November 19, 2025
The Journal
Elanga back and ready to face City
NEWCASTLE United winger Anthony Elanga is back on Tyneside after leaving the Sweden camp for “personal reasons”.
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November 19, 2025
The Journal
Grounds for hope amid some dark days at United
Captured in 1989, our photograph recalls St James’ Park in Newcastle before major redevelopments in the mid-1990s and again in 2000, writes nostalgia editor DAVID MORTON
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November 19, 2025
The Journal
Life sciences firm secures £2m to boost DNA work
A NEWCASTLE technology company has secured £2m in investment to accelerate the commercialisation of work that aims to detect diseases at earlier stages.
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November 19, 2025
The Journal
Planet at risk from morons
THE presumption that CO2 is responsible for climate change is pure fiction.
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November 19, 2025
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I'm only here to win, says Sarina
SARINA Wiegman has hit back at criticism from former England goalkeeper Mary Earps by insisting: “I make decisions to win!”
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November 19, 2025
The Journal
Stars look to World Cup finals
SUNDERLAND'S Dutch contingent were celebrating as the Netherlands booked their ticket to the 2026 World Cup with a dominant victory over Lithuania.
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November 19, 2025
The Journal
Black Cats up there with Europe's elite
SUNDERLAND’S attendances this season are among Europe's best.
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November 19, 2025
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MPs raise concerns over NHS
THERE is a “serious risk” that a key Labour pledge to cut NHS waiting lists will not be met, MPs have said as they likened Government plans for NHS reform to “poor practices seen on HS2”.
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November 19, 2025
The Journal
Time to unleash Carse on the Australians
RYAN Sidebottom has urged Ben Stokes to back his Durham pal Brydon Carse for the first Ashes Test match after a fitness scare to their county teammate Mark Wood.
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November 19, 2025
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School will open after industrial action paused
HAYDON Bridge High School will open today after one of the two main teacher's unions agreed to pause strike action.
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November 19, 2025
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Capaldi lined up for summer event
A HUGE outdoor music festival is set to return to the North East next summer for its “biggest and best” event yet - with another major headliner just announced.
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November 19, 2025
The Journal
Twelve arrested in protests against Action ban
TWELVE people were arrested yesterday in a protest outside Newcastle Civic Centre against the official banning of Palestine Action.
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November 19, 2025
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MPs criticise immigration reform plan
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has said the current asylum system is “out of control and unfair” as she announced reforms aimed at deterring illegal migration to the UK.
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November 18, 2025
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England urged to embrace hostility
PHIL Tufnell knows all too well how hostile the Australian public can be during the Ashes but he hopes England will learn to love even the most unforgiving environments.
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November 18, 2025
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End in sight for problems on the Metro
DISRUPTION to early morning and late night Tyne and Wear Metro services should end today, bosses hope.
1 min |
November 18, 2025
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think that was the right thing to do - Nick
NICK Woltemade has opened up on his code of silence after some of the scathing remarks about his £69million move from Stuttgart to Newcastle United.
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November 18, 2025
The Journal
Honour for volunteers at hospital
VOLUNTEERS at Radio Lollipop Newcastle have been given the King’s Award for Voluntary Service for their work at the Great North Children’s Hospital in the city.
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November 18, 2025
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MILITARY DISPOSAL TEAM CALLED TO ITEM AT RECYCLING CENTRE
NORTH EAST Counter Terrorism Police have released a statement after a ‘suspicious item’ was found at a recycling centre in Sunderland, with two men in their 50s being arrested.
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November 18, 2025
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Gamers stick to favourites as fresh releases struggle
THE UK branch of Ubisoft has issued a warning that its sales for the current financial year are expected to be lower due to a combination of fewer new games being released and significant changes in consumer habits.
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November 18, 2025
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Big national award for Newcastle homebuilder
NEWCASTLE firm Bellway has been named large housebuilder of the year at the 2025 Housebuilder Awards.
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November 18, 2025
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Root has Aussies' respect - Boland
Australia's Scott Boland admits Joe Root remains the most prized wicket in England's Ashes lineup, regardless of his ongoing search for a first century Down Under.
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November 18, 2025
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European spot's within Sunderland's grasp
EX-Chelsea, Everton and Scotland winger Pat Nevin reckons Sunderland can compete for a European spot this season.
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November 18, 2025
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Budget leaks damaging ex-Bank chief
SPECULATION over the upcoming Budget is partly to blame for weaker than expected economic growth figures as worries over tax hikes hit business and consumer spending, claims the former top economist at the Bank of England.
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November 18, 2025
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Joshua to fight Paul in Miami
BOXING Anthony Joshua will take on YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul in a heavyweight bout in Miami on December 19, Matchroom Boxing has announced.
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November 18, 2025
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Xhaka leads the way for Swiss in thumping win over Sweden
SUNDERLAND skipper Granit Xhaka played a starring role as Switzerland ran out 4-1 winners over Sweden.
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November 18, 2025
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History says we are on right path
BLISTERING CAMPAIGN SHOWS WHAT WE ARE CAPABLE OF - KANE
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November 18, 2025
The Journal
Refinancing deal boost for region's largest mall
THE North East's biggest shopping centre is set to make more investments to boost the shopping and leisure experience for visitors after sealing a £70m refinancing deal.
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