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The Journal More than just a tree
THE events of September 28, 2023, when the Sycamore Gap tree was chopped down by a pair of oafs, are creating an unexpectedly rich legacy.
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December 03, 2025
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Putin accuses Europe
RUSSIA'S President Vladimir Putin has accused Ukraine's European allies of sabotaging United States-led efforts to end the war in Ukraine that have gained momentum in recent weeks.
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December 03, 2025
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'Ahead of time' Smith dies at 62
CRICKET Robin Smith was a “batter ahead of his time”, according to England and Wales Cricket Board chairman Richard Thompson following the former England international's death at the age of 62.
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December 03, 2025
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Bank issues warning over risks to stability
THE Bank of England has issued a warning about heightened global risks to financial stability.
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December 03, 2025
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Youngsters are taking centre stage at market
A TEENAGE Christmas market run by young entrepreneurs is set to be held in Sunderland.
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December 03, 2025
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Girl battling rare cancer switches on Christmas lights
A BRAVE five-year-old from Consett with a rare form of cancer has switched on the Christmas lights at County Hall in Durham city. Durham County Council extended an invite to Bonnie-Leigh Spence and her family, asking her to light up their special Christmas tree.
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December 03, 2025
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Funeral at last – but friends say it has taken far too long
FRIENDS of a Northumberland man who died two months ago but has spent that time in a hospital mortuary have hit out at the fact that no public authority has taken responsibility for his funeral.
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December 03, 2025
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Slot praises pro Salah for reaction
MOHAMED Salah's reaction to being dropped has been nothing other than professional, according to Liverpool head coach Arne Slot.
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December 03, 2025
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Aussies will only get better, warns Vaughan
CRICKET Former England captain Michael Vaughan fears Australia will only get better as preparations continue for the second Ashes Test in Brisbane.
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December 03, 2025
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Israel receives more remains
ISRAEL has said it has received remains handed over by Palestinian militants in Gaza to the Red Cross. They are believed to be remains of one of the two hostages still in the territory: an Israeli and a Thai national.
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December 03, 2025
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Hillsborough report brings 'no justice'
AN investigation into the Hillsborough football disaster in 1989 has found 12 police officers would have faced gross misconduct proceedings for “fundamental failures” on the day and for “concerted efforts’ to blame fans in the tragedy’s aftermath.
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December 03, 2025
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What a waste of our money
I'M in total agreement with the person who praised the abolition of Police Commissioners which transpired to be a complete waste of money.
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December 03, 2025
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Swift justice for thieves under policing initiative
A DEDICATED Northumbria Police operation has been launched to tackle Newcastle city centre shoplifting ~ with 60 convictions secured to date.
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December 03, 2025
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Stokes wants the gift of the Gabba
BEN Stokes insists his England side hold no fear of the ‘Gabba-toir,’ the Brisbane stronghold where so many Ashes dreams have come undone.
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December 03, 2025
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'Steal' of a signing for Bandits as Morris rejoins Shielfield squad
BERWICK Bandits have unveiled a second signing, with Australian Nick Morris joining Peter Kildemand in the Borders side's starting lineup for 2026.
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December 03, 2025
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'Death rate' of businesses at lowest in nine years
THE rate of businesses closing their doors in the UK last year was the lowest level since 2016, recent figures show.
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December 03, 2025
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Truly tragic incompetence
THE Covid inquiry has reached its conclusions and found that Boris Johnson’s chaotic Covid decisions and delays were responsible for the deaths of 23,000 people.
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December 03, 2025
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'UK inflation to remain high, as growth slows'
TAX hikes and spending cuts will put pressure on the UK economy over the next two years - and inflation will remain among the highest in the among the G7 economies, according to anew report.
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December 03, 2025
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Man, 35, arrested in kidnap probe
A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of attempted kidnap after allegedly approaching three schoolchildren in Northumberland. Police were called to a street in Ashington over the weekend following a report of suspicious activity.
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December 03, 2025
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Durham's Easter weekend opener
DURHAM’S men will begin their domestic summer over the Easter weekend as they open their Rothesay County Championship campaign at home to Kent on Friday, April 3.
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December 03, 2025
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Sapling from Sycamore Gap tree takes root in country park
A SAPLING from the Sycamore Gap tree has been planted in Hetton Lyons Country Park in Sunderland, as part of the National Trust’s Trees of Hope initiative.
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December 03, 2025
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Investors' buyout driven by scent of opportunity
INVESTMENT groups NVM and eComplete have announced a £31m management buyout of North East fragrance business Noted Aromas.
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December 03, 2025
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Summer already looking hot
ON the Beach is gearing up for a record-breaking summer season as customers continue to prioritise their overseas holidays despite financial pressures.
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December 03, 2025
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Eagles in fitness fight ahead of punishing run
STARS 'TOUCH AND GO' FOR IRAKLIS CLASH
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December 03, 2025
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Howe and Burn are honoured
EDDIE Howe and Dan Burn have been honoured by Northumbria University for their contributions on and off the pitch.
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December 03, 2025
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Sadiki still suffering with face injury - Le Bris
SUNDERLAND head coach Regis Le Bris admits Noah Sadiki is still suffering after taking a whack in the face during the win over Bournemouth at the weekend.
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December 03, 2025
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Overnight station closure has not hit service – fire chief
TYNE and Wear's chief firefighter has reassured the public that fire and rescue services remain “robust and resilient” since a 2024 decision to close Wallsend Fire Station overnight.
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December 03, 2025
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New fund launched to Accelerate businesses
A NEW £35m fund aimed at high-growth North East businesses has attracted more than 50 applications within three weeks of its launch, managers say.
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December 03, 2025
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Bank chief warns of the cyber attack menace
CYBER attacks are among the biggest risks to financial stability in the UK, the Bank of England chief has warned.
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December 03, 2025
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Top author set to come to festival
BAY Tales is set to welcome its first ever international author as the annual crime-writing festival celebrates its fifth event next February.
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