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The day 'sea' gull cry had me in a flap
A FAMILY beach picnic serenaded by lapping waves and lilting gull cries was hardly the time or place for a half-term lesson on seabird ecology - and my three grandchildren’s eyes began glazing over as I started lecturing them on why our most maligned birds should be loved not loathed.
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June 26, 2025
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Duckett banished ego before boosting batting
Some of England's greatest Test batters have been lining up to heap praise on Ben Duckett - but the left-hander puts his magical moment at Headingley down to banishing his ego.
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June 26, 2025
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Jail for robber who left shop staff terrified
A robber who threatened a shop worker with a knife has been jailed.
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June 26, 2025
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Emphasis on carbon credits
I ATTENDED Northumberland County Council's Climate Change and Rural Land Use Conference at Kirkley Hall on Wednesday, June 18, and I was very impressed with the hospitality and the various speakers that had been lined up for the afternoon.
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June 25, 2025
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Sandhu torments Durham as match drifts towards draw
DEBUTANT Gurinder Sandhu starred for Sussex on day three of their Rothesay County Championship clash with Durham, but the match is edging towards a draw after a mix of rain and bad light caused play to end early at Banks Homes Riverside.
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June 25, 2025
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Passengers deserve better
I WRITE this from Newcastle Airport where it is 13:00 on June 15, 2025.
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June 25, 2025
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Bank rate-setter cautions over stubborn inflation
BANK of England interest rate-setter Megan Greene has cautioned that recent rises in inflation could prove longer-lasting than forecast, leaving policymakers in an \"uncomfortable place\".
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June 25, 2025
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FES acquisition boosts group's subsea portfolio
OFFSHORE engineering firm FES International is to become part of multi-national oil and gas industry supplier Hunting after being acquired in a £50m cash deal.
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June 25, 2025
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Black Cats are 'in talks' over swoop for striker
SUNDERLAND are reportedly in talks over a sensational swoop for Sassuolo striker Armand Lauriente.
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June 25, 2025
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Trafford talks reveal bargain £15m fee
NEWCASTLE United were told to up their bid for James Trafford 12 months ago when a £15million fee was tabled for the ex-Manchester City keeper.
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June 25, 2025
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Fifth generation of family to enter jewellery trade
An entrepreneur who spent a decade running one of the region's top-rated fish and chip shops has swapped chips for carats with the launch of a jewellery business.
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June 25, 2025
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Support group hailed 'beacon of light in the dark'
WHEN issues in his marriage were added to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), it all became too much for Sunderland dad and army veteran Steven Simpson. He made plans to end his life on two occasions, but in each case, support from the Newcastle-based suicide prevention centre James’ Place saved him.
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June 25, 2025
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Duckett's 149 guides England to heroic win
BEN Duckett's triumphant 149 guided England to another round of Headingley heroics as they completed a wonderful chase to down India by five wickets in the first Test.
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June 25, 2025
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Mayor pledges £2.5m towards flyover levelling
THE North East mayor has committed more than £2m to help pay for the demolition of the Gateshead Flyover.
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June 25, 2025
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Let's have more days like these
YOU might call it the “Fender factor’:
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June 25, 2025
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Zopa tempts customers with 'Biscuit'
ZOPA, the digital bank, is set to challenge the UK's leading lenders with a new high-interest current account.
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June 25, 2025
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The forgotten hero of an outlandish plot to fool the Nazis
AUTHOR ERIN EDWARDS REVEALS THE SECRET ROMANCE BEHIND A CUNNING MILITARY OPERATION THAT HELPED CHANGE THE COURSE OF THE SECOND WORLD WAR
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June 25, 2025
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Moor work set to build up our flood resistance
CONSTRUCTION work has started on a flood alleviation and defence scheme on the Town Moor, as Newcastle City Council looks to avoid a repeat of the damage caused by the infamous 'Thunder Thursday' storm.
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June 25, 2025
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Six North East MPs join bid to block welfare bill
Tightening the benefits system won't help people find jobs that don't exist
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June 25, 2025
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Trump ceasefire plan falters
A TENTATIVE truce faltered on Tuesday when Israel accused Iran of launching missiles into its airspace after a ceasefire was supposed to take effect and vowed to retaliate.
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June 25, 2025
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UK seeks 'relationship' with China
CHINESE spying, interference in the UK's democracy and attempts to undermine the economy have increased in recent years, the UK Government said.
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June 25, 2025
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Society 'ready to throw open doors' to new site
NEWCASTLE Building Society will open its new flagship branch in the city centre next month after a refurbishment of a prominent listed building.
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June 25, 2025
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Union 'not recognised' by airport in strike threat
NEWCASTLE International Airport is in a dispute with an “unrecognised” union which is threatening potential industrial action.
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June 25, 2025
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Trust applies for hundreds of solar panels
A SPECIAL education provider in North Tyneside has applied for permission to install hundreds of solar panels across its buildings.
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June 25, 2025
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32 rescued at the coast
A GROUP of 32 kayakers and body-boarders have been rescued after getting into difficulty.
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June 25, 2025
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Youngsters sign up for Academy
SUNDERLAND AFC have drafted in their latest cohort of U9 players to the Academy of Light.
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June 25, 2025
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Tradition broken with Wednesday by-elections
NORTH Tyneside Council is breaking with political convention this year by hosting two by-elections on Wednesday as opposed to the traditional Thursday.
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June 25, 2025
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Club wishes Weal well as potential Cutler move may be stalled
SUNDERLAND have hit a major snag in their reported bid to appoint Neil Cutler as their next goalkeeping coach.
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June 25, 2025
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Le Bris so proud of Cats' achievement
HEAD coach Régis Le Bris has spoken of his pride and excitement following the release of Sunderland’s Premier League fixture list, as he marks one year in charge.
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June 25, 2025
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Burn keeps his feet on the ground and lets his play do the tallking
DAN Burn is believed to be one of the “leaders” who Thomas Tuchel has in his mind ahead of next summer’s World Cup.
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