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Dry winter a boost for Northern Bear's profits
NEWCASTLE building services company Northern Bear has seen a significant increase in revenues despite wider challenges to the construction industry.
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July 16, 2025

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Revenues grow but shares fall at value retailer B&M
RETAILER B&M has delivered robust results under its new chief executive following a challenging 18-month period plagued by supply chain difficulties.
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July 16, 2025

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First United bid for Ekitike is rejected
NEWCASTLE United's opening bid for Hugo Ekitike has been rejected, according to sources in Germany.
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July 16, 2025
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£74,000: the cost of a delayed bullying probe
An unfinished investigation into a bullying complaint made against a former North East council leader has already racked up a cost of more than £74,000 to the public purse.
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July 16, 2025

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Two city parks set to fly green flags once more
TWO Newcastle parks have won back their Green Flag status, a year after losing the prestigious award. Both Leazes Park and Walker Park have reclaimed the well-known quality mark for green spaces.
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July 16, 2025
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Starling Bank considering a US Listing
STARLING Bank's finance chief has confirmed the company is considering a US listing in a blow to Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ hopes for a fintech-led revival of the London market.
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July 16, 2025

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Abba are not banned from our dressing room, says Williamson!
ENGLAND captain Leah Williamson joked she will not “banish Abba” in the dressing room ahead of tomorrow’s Euro 2025 quarterfinal with Sweden in Zurich.
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July 16, 2025

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Mum's the word as big stage awaits Cats star
WHETHER Wilson Isidor is good enough for the Premier League only time will tell.
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July 16, 2025
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Council tenants are not satisfied with services
LESS than half of council house tenants in Newcastle are satisfied with the services they receive.
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July 16, 2025
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Seriously injured man remains in hospital
AN alleged pub attack victim is still fighting for life in hospital one week after being found seriously injured outside a bar.
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July 16, 2025

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'Moronic' pair jailed for chopping down Sycamore Gap tree
TWO former friends who chopped down the iconic Sycamore Gap tree in an act of “sheer bravado” have each been jailed for more than four years.
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July 16, 2025
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Man dies near popular beauty spot
A MAN died after suffering a medical episode at a popular beauty spot in Northumberland National Park.
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July 16, 2025
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Double injury concern for the Lions
MACK Hansen has emerged as a major doubt for the British and Irish Lions’ first Test against Australia with Blair Kinghorn also struggling to be ready in time for the Brisbane showdown.
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July 16, 2025
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India orders examinations
INDIA'S aviation regulator ordered airlines operating several Boeing models to examine fuel control switches, days after an investigation into last month's Air India plane crash found they were flipped off, starving both engines of fuel.
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July 16, 2025
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Why do we bother chasing Major glory? Scheffler isn't satisfied
LONGTIME world number one Scottie Scheffler is chasing his second major of the year and fourth of his career at Royal Portrush but admits every day he questions why.
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July 16, 2025

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Hall damaged in blaze added to at-risk register
CONSERVATION campaigners have named a fire-ravaged university halls in Newcastle among the country’s most endangered heritage assets.
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July 16, 2025

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Nature is flourishing in Northumberland Estate
TWO beaver kits have been born on Northumberland’s Wallington Estate.
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July 16, 2025
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Woman arrested after house fire is bailed
A WOMAN has been released on bail pending further enquiries after a fire ripped through a terraced home and caused extensive damage.
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July 16, 2025
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Police officers assaulted by woman being arrested
TWO police officers were injured outside one pub as they arrested a woman after an alleged assault at another.
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July 16, 2025
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Thousands of Afghans to enter UK
THOUSANDS of people are being relocated to the UK as part of a secret £850 million scheme set up after a personal data leak of Afghans who supported British forces, it can now be reported.
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July 16, 2025
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Two North East schemes make it into SE100 list
TWO organisations in the North East have been included in a list of the UK's top social enterprises.
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July 16, 2025
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Long-standing restaurant in city centre put up for sale
PART of Newcastle's dining scene for decades, famous Newcastle restaurant Simply Greek has been put on the market for £200,000.
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July 16, 2025
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Industry is 'critical' to growth of North East
THE North East has increased the number of people working in manufacturing by 7,000 in the last year, according to a new survey.
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July 16, 2025
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Investigation into house burglary
A POLICE investigation has been launched after burglars reportedly broke into a Newcastle home and stole jewellery and money.
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July 15, 2025

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Voting opens on shortlist for Tree of the Year competition
A CEDAR tree climbed by The Beatles, an oak that may have inspired Virginia Woolf, and a lime representing peace in Northern Ireland are among those shortlisted for Tree of the Year 2025.
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July 15, 2025
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Public trust in banks is on the rise
PUBLIC perceptions about banks have improved since the launch of the Consumer Duty two years ago, which set higher standards of consumer protection, a survey indicates.
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July 15, 2025
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Mead heaps praise on Lionesses team-mate
ENGLAND forward Beth Mead heaped praise on “unbelievable” teammate Ella Toone after she helped propel the defending champions into the Euro 2025 quarterfinals with a goal and two assists in their 6-1 victory over Wales
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July 15, 2025
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Eagles bring Cole back to Newcastle
NEWCASTLE Eagles have made their first signing of the close season and returned fan’s favourite Cole Long to the Vertu Motors Arena for 2025/26 Super League Basketball (SLB).
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July 15, 2025
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Le Bris gives green light for players to depart
IAN Poveda is among four high-profile players who Sunderland will allow to leave this summer.
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July 15, 2025

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TROUBLE VISION
Although cataracts can emerge at any stage of life, people are much more likely to develop symptoms aged 60 and over. By CAMILLA FOSTER
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