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Elgar and Critchley put Essex on the front foot
Essex (312-3) trail Durham (333) by 21runs
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September 10, 2025
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Firms in the North East 'confident' as economic activity rises
PRIVATE sector firms in the North East saw an increase in both activity and confidence in August, a new business survey suggests.
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September 10, 2025
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Superpower on show
THERE'S nothing like a well choreographed parade to stir the emotions.
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September 10, 2025
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Young trio sign up for new season
NEWCASTLE Red Bulls have announced a trio of back-line signings following a successful summer trial, with Harrison Obatoyinbo, Joel Grayson and Sam Waugh all joining on one-year deals.
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September 10, 2025
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Elanga can be another line-leader for United
IF THERE was one thing missing from Newcastle's opening three games of the season it was the lack of a clinical edge up front.
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September 10, 2025
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Land of the gods
ALKYNA LIFESTYLE BEACH RESORT, AGIOS GORDIOS, CORFU By Cally Brooks
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September 10, 2025
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Highs and low of health trust rankings revealed
NEW NHS league tables show three of the North East's hospital trusts are ranked in the top 30 nationally - but one is far lower.
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September 10, 2025
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Anglo American agrees deal to merge with rival
LONDON-LISTED mining giant Anglo American has agreed a deal to merge with Canadian rival Teck Resources to create one of the world's largest copper producers with a combined value of close to £40bn.
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September 10, 2025
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Phillipson joins race for Labour deputy leader
NORTH East MP Bridget Phillipson has said she will stand to be deputy leader of the Labour Party, following the resignation of Angela Rayner.
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September 10, 2025
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Copenhagen flights extended into the winter
FLIGHTS to one of Newcastle Airport’s most popular city break destinations have been extended into winter.
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September 10, 2025

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Adingra: Fervent Cats fans are different class
SUMMER arrival Simon Adingra senses there is something “different” about Sunderland supporters as he outlines the team’s determination to achieve their season goals.
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September 10, 2025
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Acquisition brings two family firms together
A COUNTY Durham plastics company has been sold to a longtime collaborator.
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September 10, 2025
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Accused of making fake police report
A WOMAN has appeared in court accused of falsifying evidence and making a fake report to police.
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September 10, 2025
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Trump to bring his tech buddies to UK
SOME of the world’s most influential technology leaders are set to accompany US President Donald Trump during his state visit to Britain next week, sparking anticipation of fresh collaborations and a revitalised US-UK technology alliance.
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September 10, 2025
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Barca stars warned they may face a shock at St James' Park
BARCELONA stars, including Lamine Yamal, have been warned they are in for something of a shock when they take on Newcastle United in next week's Champions League opener.
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September 10, 2025
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Joy ride is in store for O'Brien filly
MAIDEN VICTORY ON CARDS
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September 10, 2025
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Big decisions could lie ahead
NEWCASTLE United managed to add six first-team players to their squad in the summer transfer window, with only four heading through the exit door.
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September 10, 2025
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Tonali strike seals ‘crazy’ win for Italy
NEWCASTLE star Sandro Tonali scored a dramatic 91st-minute winner for Italy as they beat Israel 5-4 ina “crazy” game.
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September 10, 2025
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Weird & wonderful
Oulu's eccentric charm and frozen landscapes make the Finnish City a must-visit, says JANE HAYNES
3 min |
September 10, 2025
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Northumberland National Park chief to retire
THE man who has been at the helm of Northumberland National Park for two decades is to step down.
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September 10, 2025
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Man sought after woman assaulted
POLICE are searching for a man after a woman was assaulted in a Northumberland village.
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September 10, 2025

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Boost for Durham and England as captain Stokes back in nets
DURHAM head coach Ryan Campbell says England captain Ben Stokes will be ready for this winter's Ashes in Australia after returning to training following a shoulder injury.
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September 10, 2025
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Young people 'excluded' from retail loyalty deals
THE Coop and charity Barnardo's have called on supermarkets to allow 16 and 17-year-old students access to loyalty schemes and the discounts they provide on food.
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September 10, 2025
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United saga 'closed chapter', says Isak
ALEXANDER Isak has refused to open up on his explosive exit from Newcastle United by insisting that it is a \"closed chapter\" in his career.
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September 10, 2025
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Takeaway plan refused by council
A Sunderland shop's application to provide “commercial catering” and run a hot food takeaway has been turned down by council development chiefs due to childhood obesity and noise concerns.
1 min |
September 10, 2025
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Sir Les: Isak put future transfers into chaos
NEWCASTLE United legend Les Ferdinand has told Alexander Isak he has plunged the future of Premier League transfers into complete chaos after “downing tools” at St James' Park this summer.
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September 10, 2025
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Heathrow mystery is unsolved
CONFUSION remained yesterday over how 21 people were injured at London's Heathrow Airport on Monday evening, when police were called to “a potential hazardous materials incident”.
1 min |
September 10, 2025
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Cranston cranks quick-fire 40 for crowing Cestrians
IN the Premier League, Sunderland made a paltry 75 all out at home to Chester-le-Street, with Sebastian Hughes-Pinan taking 4-16 and Quintin Hughes 3-17.
3 min |
September 10, 2025
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Standing for deputy
SUNDERLAND MP Bridget Phillipson has announced her intention to stand to be deputy leader of the Labour Party.
1 min |
September 10, 2025
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Contest on to buy out Claire's
MODELLA Capital, the investor behind WH Smith's UK acquisition, and the man credited with saving HMV are embroiled in a contest to purchase the beleaguered high street chain Claire’s.
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