Archive - Wednesday, 20 March 2019

Suede guitarist to perform at music festival
SUEDE guitarist Bernard Butler will be an official curator for a North-East music festival.
Trespassers on the railway between Darlington and Newcastle causing major disruption to services
TRESPASSERS on the railway between Darlington and Newcastle have led to cancellations of rail services this morning.
'An angel grew its wings' - family tribute after death of 35-year-old mum-of-two from cancer
THE family of a North-East mother have urged all young women to get checked for breast cancer following her death from an aggressive form of the disease.
Road closed for six hours as woman pronounced dead on scene
A ROAD was closed for six hours as a woman was pronounced dead at the scene on Tuesday.
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Wembley chance delights Cats man
GEORGE HONEYMAN has described his relief at the prospect of captaining Sunderland at Wembley, despite having to endure a three-match ban that could not have come at a more “horrible” time for the midfielder.
Edgar following in his father's footsteps at Hartlepool United
ASK any Hartlepool United fan from the late 1970s and they will remember Eddie Edgar. With his bushy tache and mop of hair, the goalkeeper made 75 appearances for Pools.
Thug who assaulted newsagent staff and police is jailed
A THUG who attacked shop workers in a dispute over cans of lager has been jailed.
Singer to perform at community arts centre
SINGER, songwriter and guitarist, Sam Carter, will perform at Barnard Castle’s community arts centre this weekend.
Man who had heart attack in ambulance meets lifesavers
A MAN who became unwell whilst out shopping then suffered a heart attack in the back of an ambulance, has been reunited with the crew that saved his life.
Work to improve war memorial access in Hartlepool
WORK is set to start on a project to improve access to a war memorial, especially for older residents and the disabled.
Darlington Muslim calls for ethnic communities to report hate
A LEADING campaigner has called on Asian communities and other ethnic minorities in the North-East to speak out and support a new movement against hate crime.
Concern over Arriva's plans to change bus routes in bid to cut delays in Durham
CONCERNS have been raised about plans to re-route buses along a residential street in a bid to cut service delays.
Have your say on community problems
PEOPLE in Consett and the surrounding area are being given the chance to be part of the decision-making process in their community.
Musical workshops teach children about the importance of eating healthy
PRIMARY school pupils have been experiencing musical workshops from a new children's initiative.
Barry Coppinger: Cleveland Police is here to stay
Following recent headlines about Cleveland Police, including the resignation of the chief constable, police and crime commissioner Barry Coppinger gives an update on the force.
Ex-Minister challenges NE business students
BUSINESS students have been challenged to show their entrepreneurial talents and design a money-saving computer appliance that could net them a £1,000 prize.
MP ‘delighted’ with climate change exhibition shortlisting
AN MP has said he is ‘delighted’ that a climate change exhibition in the county has been shortlisted at a national awards ceremony.
Public asked to submit questions for health meeting
MEMBERS of the public are being invited to attend the next governing body meeting of the NHS Hambleton, Richmondshire and Whitby Clinical Commissioning Group.
Respected former college principal dies aged 79
A RESPECTED college principal who played a key role in opening up the farming industry to North-East children has died.
Bid to get more disabled people playing sport
LEADING figures in disability awareness have thrown their support behind a major new research project by a North-East university which is aiming to find out why disabled children are being left behind in sport.
Warrant issued for dealer's arrest
A MAN facing a spell in prison for a serious drug offence has failed to appear at court for sentence.
Woodland Group: Facing the challenge of Brexit on the front foot
One of the UK’s largest independent freight forwarders has a thriving base in Seaham with a global list of clients and an impressive reputation. Kay Wilson reports.
Athletics event will honour Kieran Maxwell's memory
A MEMORIAL track-and-field event will be staged next month to honour a brave teenager whose battle against cancer continues to inspire his fellow athletes.
Released inmate attacked host due to drug ban
A MAN released midway through a 52-month prison sentence was back behind bars after only a few days of liberty, a court heard.
Health business hub will be leading light
A STATE of the art facility which will help companies turn light-based technologies into commercially-viable products for use in healthcare has opened.
Engineers 'smuggled bootleg tobacco into Newcastle Airport'
TWO friends from County Durham have been fined for trying to smuggle 62kg of bootleg tobacco into Newcastle Airport.
Rubicon - the lost tobacco of the Durham coalfield
MEMORIES 412 told how Jennie Heseltine set a world record in Evenwood in the early 1950s by performing the fastest wet shave ever.
Author publishes book after 30 years of work
A DARLINGTON author has published his latest book which has been three decades in the making.
Apprentice scales the heights of management with building society
AN apprentice who worked his way up from customer service consultant to branch manager has been named Overall Winner in an awards ceremony recognising the efforts of apprentices and employers.
West Ham will make Newcastle midfielder their key summer transfer target
WEST HAM UNITED will rekindle their interest in Jonjo Shelvey this summer, and are confident they can persuade the Newcastle United midfielder to swap Tyneside for East London.
Cathedral honours saint by paying for a day at hospice
A DAY of hospice care is being funded by Durham Cathedral to mark St Cuthbert's Day.
'Britain’s largest collection' of 1920's toy goes on display
A PRIVATE collection of tinplate models dating back to the 1920's has gone on display at an auctioneers.
ABEL ROD
ABEL Rod Special thoughts for you today Missed and loved so much Happy birthday Love Anne, Lauren, Ellie and Taylor X
sophia darby
DARBY Sophia (nee Richardson) Peacefully on Friday, March 8, Sophia aged 83 years, of Trimdon Station. Beloved wife of the late George, a much loved mam of Sophia and Lucinda, a loving mother-in-law of Derek and Andrew, a caring sister-in-law of…
EILEEN BROWN
BROWN (née Lord) Eileen May, in her 97th year. Loving wife of the late Tommy, mother of Yvonne, mother-in-law of Peter and Alan, grandmother of Deborah, Martin and Debbie, Graham and Carol. Great-grandmother of Natasha, Thomas and Georgina. Will be…
Peter (Rev'd) Elliott
ELLIOTT Peter (Rev'd) On March 17, peacefully in hospital after a short illness, Peter aged 87 years of Eaglescliffe. Much loved husband of Elsie, loving father of Alison and Tim. Dear father-in-law of Sue and the late David and a cherished grandad of…
mary doran
DORAN On March 12, peacefully in Bowburn Care Home surrounded by her family, formerly of Ushaw Moor. Mary, aged 83 years, beloved wife of the late Frank, a much loved mam to Josie, Margaret and Shaun and a dear grandma and great-grandma. Would friends…
RONNIE WATERS
WATERS March 13 (peacefully) of Chilton, Ronnie aged 85 years. Much loved dad to Marion, Margaret and Jonathan and a loving brother, grandpa and great-grandpa. Service to be held on Wednesday March 27 at 1.30pm at Wear Valley Crematorium, Coundon.…
brenda render
RENDER Brenda (formerly Petty) (nee Wigham) The family are deeply saddened to announce that Brenda Render aged 82 years passed away at home on March 9. Loving wife of Gordon, adored mam of Kevin (Petty) and Karen (Gault), caring mother-in-law to Pauline…
ALF PETTY
PETTY Peacefully on March 13, of Low Row in Swaledale and formerly of Hill Top Farm, Kearton. Alf aged 91 years, very dear brother of Harry and Mary, a much loved uncle and great-uncle. Funeral Service to be held at Gunnerside Methodist Church on…
rod abel
ABEL Rod Special happy birthday memories for our special son. Love and miss you always and forever Mam and Dad xxx
JOHN MOHUN
MOHUN (Durham) On March 15, peacefully in St Cuthbert's Hospice bravely borne, John aged 69 years, a loving brother of Sue and David, also a treasured uncle. Funeral service to take place on Wednesday March 27, would family and friends please meet at…
Robert Robson
ROBSON March 7, peacefully in hospital, of Darlington. Robert aged 83 years. A dearly loved husband to Ethel. A dear father to John, Graham and Stephen, father-in-law to Barbara, Denise and Julie. A much loved grandad and great-grandad. Funeral…
anne marley
MARLEY Anne Died 2 years ago today, We little knew that day God was going to call your name, We miss the things you used to say and do, In life we loved you dearly, In death we do the same, It broke our hearts to lose you, You did not go alone as part…
Wilfred Gatenby
GATENBY Wilfred Treasured memories of a dearly loved husband Wilf. In life I loved you dearly, In death I love you still, In my heart you have a place no one will ever fill. You always thought of others first and helped them on their way and your loving…
JEAN BARNES
BARNES March 9, 2019, peacefully in Reuben Manor Care Home, Jean aged 89 years, of Sadberge, beloved sister, aunt and great aunt. Funeral Tuesday March 26. Would friends please meet 11.15am for service at Darlington Crematorium. Family flowers only…

19th March 2019