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- Emeli Sande named as Sunderland University chancellor - The award-winning singer's birth coincided with her parent's graduation ceremonies in the city.
- Buzzards fatally shot in Northumberland - The birds were found at two sites near Hexham over the past month.
- Ken Loach on second film shot in Newcastle - The film tells the story of a family who become overwhelmed amid the pressures of the "gig economy".
- Topshop tycoon Sir Philip Green to close 23 stores - The pensions regulator has doubts about Sir Philip Green's proposed rescue plan to mend the business.
Local NewsThe award-winning singer's birth coincided with her parent's graduation ceremonies in the city. The birds were found at two sites near Hexham over the past month. The film tells the story of a family who become overwhelmed amid the pressures of the "gig economy". The pensions regulator has doubts about Sir Philip Green's proposed rescue plan to mend the business. Blackpink say their "hearts ached" for victims as the group performed on the venue's stage. Ruth Townsley has since "apologised unreservedly" and said it was "posted in a moment of frustration". The plans could see the most polluting vehicles pay £50 a day to enter parts of Newcastle. A coroner says it is still unclear how father-to-be Darran Everett came to be in the sea at Musselburgh. Leon decided to ignore people's stares and instead created a platform to help others. A teenager has started her first job seven months after approaching The Prince's Trust for help. Doctors carried out the surgery on the man who had a 1% chance of survival after being stabbed. Carole Hussey only discovered the 17th Century ornament was valuable thanks to the Antiques Roadshow. |
Community NewsAvoid Your Home FloodingPosted by Administrator : Monday 11th March 2013
BE PREPARED OR AT LEAST HAVE YOUR ARM BANDS READY. Flooding can be devastating for home owners but some simple tips could prevent heartbreaking and costly repairs. It is important that you understand about your property and local areas, so you can be aware of any potential flooding problems in the future.
Push For Local ApprenticeshipsPosted by Administrator : Monday 11th March 2013
INVESTING IN THE LOCAL WORKFORCE. The Durham council and government have tried many initiatives over the years, one being local apprenticeships. Getting Involved In The CommunityPosted by Administrator : Sunday 10th March 2013
ARE YOU INVOLVED IN THE COMMUNITY? Despite the economic downturn in recent years we have seen it has really raised the local people of the communities’ spirits and brought a feeling of togetherness. Avoiding Payday LoansPosted by Administrator : Tuesday 5th March 2013
AVOIDING THE DOWNWARD SPIRAL. In the beginning everyone thought these payday loan lenders where all doing us a favour and it sounds so simple borrow a little bit of money just before your payday and then pay back on your payday. Keeping Our Local Parks CleanPosted by Administrator : Sunday 3rd March 2013
GET THE MOST OUT OF LOCAL CLEAN UP’s. We all know it is awful when we see parks, beaches and riversides strewn with litter. It is bad for our children, us, our pets, plants, local wildlife and our Durham community. Council Tax Rises As Councils Set To Save MoneyPosted by Administrator : Friday 1st March 2013
MORE CUTS..... GREAT!!! Many councils across the UK now have the choice to either increase council tax, raise the funds by cutting back on other factors or even worse they do both. Local Weather |
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