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Shields Gazette
Nessie - is it a monster or just monstrous hoax?
The big story of the next seven days
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April 20, 2026
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PDSA's top tips during this Stress Awareness Month
Changes in your cat's behaviour can be subtle, but they often tell an important story.
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April 20, 2026
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Hebburn one step away from going up after Bridge win
Daniel Moore could not hide his pride as his Hebburn Town heroes moved to within touching distance of securing the Northern Premier League title and a historic promotion into the National League North with a battling win at Bamber Bridge.
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April 20, 2026
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Antrim can hand Burke a victory at Pontefract
If Karl Burke's Antrim can translate his dirt form from Meydan to the turf of Pontefract he could take all the beating the RIU Hotels And Resorts Handicap.
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April 20, 2026
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Backing for tough rules to improve road safety among new drivers
Members of the public want Government to take action
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April 20, 2026
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Industry honours chairman for his years of service
A premier automotive industry body with strong links to South Tyneside has elevated its chairman to new heights with a top award in recognition of his years of service.
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April 20, 2026
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MP concerned over visibility and accessibility of town's Post Office
It has been confirmed that Jarrow Post Office on Grange Road will close for the final time at 5.30pm on Wednesday, May 6.
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April 20, 2026
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Mariners' title dream is dealt a blow by Bedford
Ian Watson insisted there was no reason to criticise his South Shields players after their National League North title bid was dealt a blow by a home draw with Bedford Town.
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April 20, 2026
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'It's an absolutely absurd idea'
Following the confirmation that Jarrow Post Office on Grange Road will close at 5.30pm on Wednesday, May 6, Gazette readers have given their reactions.
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April 20, 2026
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Young drivers at a greater risk of crashing than anyone else
Young drivers are at far greater risk of crashing than any other age group, with one in five road deaths and serious injuries involving young drivers.
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April 20, 2026
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Zak makes it a hat-trick year for Japan Park Golf
Ken 'Zak' Smith opened England's first official Japan Park Golf course at the bowling greens in North Marine Park during the summer of 2024.
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April 20, 2026
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Friendly dinosaur Techosaurus helps with tricky conversations
Our Childline counsellors speak to young people every day who have concerns about something they've seen or experienced online.
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April 20, 2026
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Mitchell hails 'special' 12-try win in Scotland
Head coach John Mitchell savoured a “special performance” after depleted England continued their Guinness Women’s Six Nations title defence with an 84-7 demolition of Scotland at Murrayfield.
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April 20, 2026
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Laughter proves great healer in a marriage that is falling apart
Streaming now
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April 20, 2026
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'Do the players have the same fire as me? I mean, I'm hesitating
Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe struggled to answer a key question about his players following Saturday’s 2-1 defeat to Bournemouth at St James’ Park.
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April 20, 2026
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Verstappen 'shocked' by death of Miettinen
Racing driver Juha Miettinen has died following a multi-car collision in the ADAC 24h Nurburgring Qualifiers in Germany, which were also set to feature four-time Formula One champion Max Verstappen.
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April 20, 2026
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Dowson hails Saints belief after late win at Exeter
Director of rugby Phil Dowson hailed the winning mentality of his Northampton Saints players after Fin Smith’s late try snatched a 35-28 win against Exeter Chiefs.
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April 20, 2026
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Plan submitted for four-bedroom shared property
Plans for a new four-bedroom house of multiple occupation (HMO) in the Jarrow area have been submitted.
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April 20, 2026
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Boldon set for a break before an early return for pre-season
Chris Spence has revealed Boldon CA are planning a short break after their Northern League season came to an end with a 4-1 defeat at AFC Newbiggin.
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April 20, 2026
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Abraham ends a biblical finale to crush Cats' crazy comeback
Wilson Isidor gives Sunderland hope...for a bit.
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April 20, 2026
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Le Bris: Villa loss can still be a positive-we can learn from defeat
Régis Le Bris believes Sunderland will learn from their late defeat to Aston Villa and that the result can still be a positive in their Premier League journey.
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April 20, 2026
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Routine Win allows Kennie to focus on Jarrow's play-off test
Jarrow manager Kennie Malia quickly turned his focus towards a playoff semifinal meeting with FC Hartlepool after watching his side end their regular season with a comfortable win against already-relegated Esh Winning.
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April 20, 2026
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David Tennant in new play - for one night only
Actors including David Tennant, Jodie Whittaker and Riz Ahmed will each take it in turns to star in the first play to be put on by a new independent theatre company.
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April 20, 2026
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Green light to demolish derelict industrial building
Plans to bulldoze a \"disused\" building in a South Tyneside industrial estate have been given the go-ahead.
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April 20, 2026
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Bereaved families backing calls for new safety laws
Phoebe Johnson was just 17 when she died in October 2021 from injuries she sustained in a late-night crash.
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April 20, 2026
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Around the world
As the world’s largest environmental movement and the most widely celebrated secular occasion, with more than a billion people and more than 75,000 partners involved each year across almost 200 countries, Earth DayApril 22-has gone from strength to strength over the course of its history.
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April 20, 2026
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Grand National winner Noble Yeats dies aged 11
Former Grand National winner Noble Yeats has died at the age of 11 following a bout of colic.
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April 20, 2026
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An ambition to improve your fitness? 10,000 steps is the benchmark to aim for
When it comes to daily step goals, 10,000 is the benchmark many of us aim for.
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April 17, 2026
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King should have all the Answers at Ayr Races
King Of Answers can score on home turf when he lines up for the Coral Scottish Grand National Handicap Chase at Ayr.
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April 17, 2026
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Lights, camera, action – filming starts on Father Brown series
Father Brown has been commissioned for two more series, with filming for season 14 of the hit BBC show beginning in the Cotswolds.
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