Have you ever wanted to write for The Northern Echo? Fancy a spare time hobby that's fun as well as fulfilling? Want to play a greater role in your local community? We are currently recruiting a network of local correspondents to write for the web. We will give you tips and training on how to write and structure your stories. You will be paid a lineage rate for everything we publish. If you like the sound of becoming a correspondent, drop us a line. Email Assistant Editor Nigel Burton at newmedia@nne.co.uk