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'People were 100% certain I'd done it'
Pensioner wrongly suspected of felling the Sycamore Gap tree tells of his ordeal - and why he even dressed in a Rod Stewart wig to escape recognition
1 min |
July 14, 2025
The Journal
Campaign of hate led to former lumberjack wearing a Rod wig
A PENSIONER wrongly suspected of cutting down the iconic Sycamore Gap tree has told how he resorted to wearing a Rod Stewart wig in public as the finger of suspicion was pointed at him.
2 min |
July 14, 2025
The Journal
A19 crash puts five in hospital
FIVE people were taken to hospital following a collision on the A19 near Cramlington.
1 min |
July 14, 2025
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Business rate reform call as yet more pubs close
THE boss of pub giant Greene King has said the Government needs to overhaul business rates for the sector amid rising closures across the UK.
1 min |
July 14, 2025
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Bowlers set up thrilling final day shootout
ENGLAND'S bowlers set up a thrilling day five shootout at Lord’s as 14 wickets tumbled amid high drama at the home of cricket.
3 min |
July 14, 2025
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University degrees set to honour role models
INSPIRATIONAL figures including TV historian David Olusoga and leading women and girls’ campaigner Huffty McHugh have been announced among those set to be awarded honorary degrees by Newcastle University.
1 min |
July 14, 2025
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Winner Swiatek 'felt for' Anisimova after Ladies final thrashing
IGA Swiatek admitted she felt some empathy for opponent Amanda Anisimova after denying the tearful American a single game in the Wimbledon final on Saturday.
2 min |
July 14, 2025
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Fringe players available to leave, says boss Le Bris
SUNDERLAND manager Regis Le Bris has admitted a number of his fringe players are available to leave the Stadium of Light during the remainder of the summer transfer window.
2 min |
July 14, 2025
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Blood scandal compensation: 'Deliver justice'
A NORTH East MP has called for compensation for those who saw loved ones die in the contaminated blood scandal to brought forward so that they live to see justice.
2 min |
July 14, 2025
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We can learn to do much better
LES WALTON on how we can tackle child poverty in the North East through education
4 min |
July 14, 2025
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Pollock: We want a series whitewash
'OUR AIM IS TO BE THE BEST LIONS TEAM EVER'
2 min |
July 14, 2025
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Tributes grow after care home tragedy
A HUGE collection of flowers has appeared outside the care home at the centre of a crash tragedy.
1 min |
July 14, 2025
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Streeting to meet BMA
HEALTH Secretary Wes Streeting will meet representatives from the British Medical Association (BMA) this week for talks in an effort to avoid planned strike action.
2 min |
July 14, 2025
The Journal
Pre-season so important for Eddie's Magpies
NEWCASTLE United boss Eddie Howe enjoyed the dream preseason in 2022 when he took his troops to Saalfelden in Austria.
2 min |
July 14, 2025
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Cost of dementia care is set to soar
THE cost of caring for Northumberland residents suffering from dementia is expected to soar by the end of the decade. A report from Northumberland County Council put the figure at £389 million by 2030 - up from £216 million in 2020.
1 min |
July 14, 2025
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How to up your chances of securing that hot ticket
YOUR CONSUMER RIGHTS CHAMPION
3 min |
July 12, 2025
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Landmark city centre office block up for sale
A NEWCASTLE city centre office block recently given permission to expand and become short-term lets has been put up for sale.
2 min |
July 12, 2025
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The ball is in your court!
LOOKING BACK AT WIMBLEDON MEN'S FINALS WINNERS
1 min |
July 12, 2025
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Firms enduring subdued sales as overheads ease
Price pressures are easing for the region's businesses, says a new survey
2 min |
July 12, 2025
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Bikes, drugs and weapon seized in cop crackdown
FIVE motorbikes, Class A drugs and a crossbow have been seized by Northumbria Police officers as part of a crackdown on crime that has seen four people arrested.
1 min |
July 12, 2025
The Journal
Anisimova finally lives up to her potential
AMANDA Anisimova will face Iga Swiatek for the first time as a professional in the Wimbledon final - but she has known for a decade that the Pole is a formidable foe.
2 min |
July 12, 2025
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Dariyah swoops late for success
BILLY Loughnane rode Sayidah Dariyan with plenty of confidence and the filly delivered in style in the William Hill Summer Stakes at York.
1 min |
July 12, 2025
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Hemp: We gained respect after victory over Dutch
FORWARD Lauren Hemp feels England gained the respect they deserved after turning around their Women's European Championship defence with a resounding group-stage victory over the Netherlands.
2 min |
July 12, 2025
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Powerhouse flavours for your pantry
GURDEEP LOYAL says we don’t need to be chefs to create “incredible, chef-y, flavourful food at home” - we just need a few pantry powerhouses.
3 min |
July 12, 2025
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Call for motorway speed cut
THE speed limit on Newcastle's Central Motorway and other busy routes could be cut after a plea to make the city's roads safer.
2 min |
July 12, 2025
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Residents' plea for bus cuts rethink
CONTROVERSIAL bus service cuts that “fractured” a Newcastle community should be put under review, residents have pleaded.
1 min |
July 12, 2025
The Journal
Cold comfort
Here's how to keep cool in bed as summer temperatures rise. By SAM WYLIE-HARRIS.
1 min |
July 12, 2025
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Playing it by the Book...
MARK GATISS TELLS LYNN RUSK WHY HIS NEW DETECTIVE DRAMA IS A 'LOVE LETTER' TO BOOKSHOPS AND MURDER MYSTERIES
4 min |
July 12, 2025
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Youths 'used by crooks to launder cash'
THOUSANDS of young people are being exploited by criminals to launder money, the Children’s Society is warning.
1 min |
July 12, 2025
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I gave my kids advice on football... they said 'what do you know?
The ex-England star tells LISA SALMON he's hoping his children will listen when it comes to career options
3 min |