Four workers were killed when they fell 80ft from a motorway bridge, an inquest heard today. Post mortem examinations found the four men died of multiple injuries following the fall from under the M5 Avonmouth bridge in September 1999, the jury of five
LITTER: IT'S only a matter of common courtesy that people tidy up after themselves in public places. So the Government's new 'litter law' isn't a problem in itself. However, the penalties being implemented - £50 fines imposed by officials mingling among
SUNDERLAND'S millionaire footballers will agree to a wage deferral scheme before the end of the month to alleviate the club's mounting debts. With Sunderland more than £26m in the red, and manager Mick McCarthy failing to find a buyer for his big-name
The Men's National Autograss Championships, hosted by the Dales League, (Yorkshire Dales and Solway Autograss Clubs), will be held on August 2 and 3 at Hillside House Farm, Thornborough, Bedale, North Yorkshire. A total of 400 competitors, who have had
PEOPLE are being warned to watch out for chicks on a North-East beach after some of Britain's most endangered seabirds have started to hatch. Thirty-five pairs of little terns are nesting within a protected enclosure on the sands at Crimdon, near Hartlepool
Once again schoolboy racer Edwin Jowsey, from Whitby, demonstrated his passion and versatility for motor sport as he entered two cars into last weekend's HSCC and BRSCC championship races at Brands Hatch, Kent. The circuit - approximately two and a quarter
A MOTORCYCLIST died on a country road at the weekend. The rider, who has not been named, was killed when his 600cc Honda bike was in a head-on collision with a car travelling in the opposite direction. The accident happened at about 6.30pm on Saturday
Two Bishop Auckland old boys returned to haunt their former club on Saturday as Darlington got their preparations for the new season off to a winning start. Striker Danny Mellanby, who left the Unibond Premier League outfit for Quakers two years ago and
SIERRA Vista, who has dropped to a very lenient-looking mark, is taken to give a good account in the Tote Bookmakers Showcase Handicap at Ayr this afternoon. David Barker does well with his speedsters and the three-year-old looks a fair bit better than
The race for the region's second biggest rail franchise could be delayed yet again it emerged last night. It was thought an announcement on who will run the Trans Pennine Express franchise was to be made by the end of the month. But last night a spokesman
PEOPLE who are interested in setting up a community website are being invited to attend a free workshop tomorrow. The session, hosted by The Northern Echo's Communigate programme, is at Stockton Central Library from 10am to noon. Free websites are available
WITH her soft voice and pastel-coloured top, Margaret Meling seems about as far removed from a hard-nosed politician as is possible. A mother-of-two, she first developed a taste for politics as a child. With both parents working as public servants - her
Bass North Cleveland League: Loftus are still out in front at the top of Division One following their 59 runs victory over Paragonians. When they batted first, Loftus realised a healthy 183 for six before applying the desperation. Pearson opened with
A SCHOOL has celebrated its 125th anniversary with a series of concerts. Ferryhill Station Primary School, in County Durham, was established in 1878 and present-day pupils have spent the past few weeks learning about its history. The school arranged a
VAUXHALL'S charge towards the 2003 British Touring Car championship was halted at Croft yesterday with a win apiece for Honda and MG. Matt Neal took victory in round 11 and Anthony Reid enjoyed the first win for the green and black cars in round 12. But
SIR Michael Caine's role in movie classic Get Carter - filmed in the North-East - has earned the title of nastiest screen character of all time. As Jack Carter, he became a legendary anti-hero, throwing an adversary from the top of a multi-storey car
Q THE Tudors were a family who dominated the throne for many years and were Welsh. What exactly was their origin and how did they come to take the English throne. - Bill Hutchinson, Chester-le-Street A THE founder of the Tudor dynasty is usually said
A COUNCIL is considering introducing a new policy on smoking in its headquarters and leisure centres. If recommendations are approved this week, Sedgefield Borough Council, in County Durham, is to undertake three months' consultation before the arrangements
LITTER IT'S only a matter of common courtesy that people tidy up after themselves in public places. So the Government's new 'litter law' isn't a problem in itself. However, the penalties being implemented - £50 fines imposed by officials mingling among
Crook 4D's League: Crook Royal Sun moved to the top of both the darts and dominoes sections after they beat the visiting Crook Coach and Horses A in both games. The Sun now lead the Coach B by six points in the darts section and they lead the Coach A
BEFORE stepping out into the County Durham countryside to complete yesterday's Great North Walk, hundreds of people transformed their lifestyles in preparation. The ten-mile walk in Weardale was a key feature of The Northern Echo, Wear Valley District
HUNDREDS of women turned out in the blazing heat yesterday to ensure a charity run was a major success once again. The Cancer Research UK Race for Life challenge brought women from across the region to Darlington's South Park, where they tackled a 5km
Federation Special Durham Senior League: Eppleton moved to within seven points of leaders Horden, making the chase for the championship more intense. This evolved when the leaders drew at Burnmoor and Eppleton collected maximum points against Hetton Lyons
A MAN paralysed in a motorbike crash is to make a 10,000ft tandem parachute jump for charity. Steve Wilford will be raising money for the Yorkshire Air Ambulance as a thank you for the lifesaving treatment he received following his accident. Mr Wilford
Lynsey Davison from Nunthorpe made the women's singles final as an unseeded player in last week's Hastings Direct Tour tournament in Nottingham, but lost out in the end to Welsh teenager Rebecca Llewellyn by 6-1 6-0. The 23-year-old Teessider, having
Darlington Building Society NYSD Premier League Division: Guisborough, attempting to win the championship for a third successive season, are back in the driving seat. Not only did they defeat rivals Saltburn but challengers Redcar went down to Bishop
Jackson Anderson Accountants Spennymoor Sunday League THE Spennymoor Sunday League has paid a glowing tribute to stalwart Brian Boughen, who has decided to retire from the league after 14 years' sterling service. Boughen first joined the league as Secretary
Durham Coast League: It was perhaps predictable that the match of the day between leaders Murton and second-placed Castle Eden would end as a draw and that was how it turned out, with both sides gaining ten points. Wickets fell cheaply when Murton batted
Durham City are expecting a bumper crowd for their pre-season friendly against neighbours Sunderland tomorrow, writes RAY SIMPSON. Sunderland manager Mick McCarthy has told Durham that he will be sending a strong first team squad, and that includes Thomas
FIRE chiefs have praised the quick-thinking of a father and son who sawed open a front door to rescue a pensioner from a house fire. Kevin and Paul Banks braved thick smoke when they helped a 76-year-old woman, in Melville Street, Chester-le-Street, at
Q When did London become a place of importance and was there a Viking settlement there? - Doug McKenna, Stockton. A Present day London covers a region similar in size to County Durham. Since central London is focused along the Thames, it is best to concentrate
THE Endeavour's visit to Teesside is predicted to attract thousands of visitors and give a welcome boost to the area's economy. The replica of Captain Cook's ship, HM Bark Endeavour, will be visiting Middlesbrough between October 17 and November 3 to
FRESH from re-shaping Middlesbrough's coaching staff, busy manager Steve McClaren is expected to swoop for a new midfielder this week. After missing out in the race to sign Geremi from Real Madrid - a multi-million pound move to Chelsea looks to be on
Foster's Northumberland and Tyneside Senior League: Stephen Humble and young Mark Stoneman certainly enjoyed the Backworth attack at Derwenthaugh. Any hopes the visitors harboured of saving the game after posting a near-200 total were quickly dispelled
Under-11s to Under-18s: The week started off well for the club with the Under-13s winning away to Dawdon. Castle Eden batted first with Keith Bailey carrying his bat with 54 not out supported by Johnny Malkin 25 and Johnathon Brown 18 not out. Finishing
THE stand-in chairman of Durham County Cricket Club has taken up his post and said: "The future is extremely rosy." Bob Jackson was promoted from vice-chairman following the shock resignation of Bill Midgley on Friday. Mr Midgley blamed personal attacks
A VANDAL who tried to cause a rail crash by driving a car on to tracks might be traced through blood found inside the vehicle. Blood spots discovered in the front of the Citroen Xantia have been sent to police laboratories for DNA testing. The car was
Anthony McGrath returns to lead a Yorkshire side which also includes Darren Gough in the Championship clash with Durham at Riverside tomorrow. But England's one-day captain, Michael Vaughan, has decided to rest up in readiness for the forthcoming Test
CORONATION Street actor John Savident , alias Fred Elliot, will be in the region on Saturday to open a butcher's shop. Kitsons is relocating to a custom-built unit in the Castlegate shopping centre in Stockton. The family-run firm was one of the founder
In the column ten days ago we re-printed a photograph of the Ayresome Angels - as good as their name, by all accounts - taken from a 1968 Football League Review. Though it tempts comparisons with cloud cuckoo land, at least one of those Angels still flies
HEALTH Secretary John Reid pledged to maintain the drive against heart disease yesterday as he launched the Great North Walk. Dr Reid arrived in Weardale, County Durham, to set 4,000 walkers on their way - including his predecessor, Darlington MP Alan
A team plan targeting small roach on the pole to hand offering squatts gave Newman Scott a winning start on the Tees around Yarm during the opening round of the Northern Division of the Drennan Super League. The ever-consistent Ronnie Wilkinson led the
Shildon AC: Shildon Athletics Club provided 12 athletes for the Durham County schools team at the recent Inter Counties fixture at Jarrow. Warren Roberts proved to be the pick of the bunch with an outstanding run in the Junior Boys 1500m. He beat a good
SUPPORTERS of a Darlington charity basked in the sunshine as they supported the organisation's summer fete. The event, in aid of the town's St Teresa's Hospice, took place in the hospice grounds, in Woodland Road, on Saturday. Visitors had the opportunity
AN organisation for elderly people has been launched in Darlington. Youngsters from Eastbourne School performed at a picnic in Eastbourne Park organised by the Independent Care Sector Transport Group to mark the launch on Friday. The group has been set
FOUR Darlington students have won summer school places giving them a taste of university life. The teenagers from Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College were selected by the Sutton Trust, which focuses on youngsters from families where there is no tradition
A BISHOP Auckland woman was so impressed by the safety and results of the latest tanning technology from the US that she has set up a business, with the help of the Prince's Trust. Beverly Robson, 27, from Etherley Dene, who is married with two young
FIFTY health workers from Darlington Primary Care Trust have undergone a day-long training course in resuscitation techniques to enable them to offer emergency life support. Claire Charlton, a first aid instructor at Langton Medical Training, in Newton
A SHEEP'S fleece, branches and broken tiles were a few of the materials used by children during a recent art week. Boys at Aysgarth School, near Bedale, had the chance to shut their textbooks and fold away their school uniform as they dedicated their
SECURING a job as a grants officer with Heritage Lottery Funding (HLF) has given Newcastle University graduate Naomi Kinghorn the perfect opportunity to indulge her love of history. Naomi, who graduated from the university at the weekend, has just completed
Archaeologists have uncovered items from the Middle Ages in Scarborough's old town area. Leather wear and fish bones are among the finds from a dig next to an old chapel in Eastborough, which is being converted into an arts centre. The finds, which were
BARRIERS to learning are being broken down in a Newton Aycliffe school thanks to work inspired by an American project. Greenfield School Community and Arts College is being transformed into a One Stop Family Support Centre with an educational welfare
Tow Law Area League: Tow Law Station won their top of the table battle at Cornsay Royal Oak by three points, pushing their hosts down to fourth place but still having to share the lead with Esh Stag's Head. Only Ian Truby and Chris Close took singles
Mana d'Argent continued his remarkable love affair with Ascot as he landed a gamble in the Tote Exacta Handicap on Saturday. The Mark Johnston-trained gelding was having the 59th run of his up-and-down career as Joe Fanning brought him fast and wide to
STUDENTS at a Teesdale school tried to out-guess the judges of a literary award ahead of the winner being announced. Almost 50 year nine pupils at Staindrop Comprehensive School took part in the Carnegie Medal shadowing scheme on Friday. The school was
CHILDREN from a Scarborough school will reveal their ideas for promoting the town to holidaymakers. As part of a project, pupils from Wheatcroft School visited the town's tourist information centre in March. This week, four of the youngsters and their
COMPANIES who encourage and support workers to give blood have been recognised at an awards ceremony held by the National Blood Service. Companies and donor organisations received Supporter Loyalty Awards at the Tall Trees Hotel, in Yarm, as a way of
PATIENTS at two hospitals were being entertained around the clock at the weekend by a marathon radio broadcast. For 60 hours, without stopping, volunteers played a series of shows, competitions and interviews to patients at Bishop Auckland General Hospital
A POET is giving the proceeds of his first published book to a children's charity. David Hooten, of Stockton, has compiled a collection of verse based on experiences in his life. Living With Memories includes serious material and funny poems, including
THE regeneration of a run-down former mining town is gathering pace, with plans to overhaul two of its eyesores. Planners have agreed proposals for 114 houses on the former Murray Park greyhound stadium, in Stanley. Bosses at Derwentside District Council
The Sunday Woldsbus service that was launched earlier this year is to begin a Tuesday service. The service, between Thornton Dale and Hull, will run every Tuesday from next week until August 26. It will also operate on the Bank Holiday Monday. The bus
A TOTAL of £9,000 was raised for children's charities by 32 teams competing in the tenth annual clay pigeon shoot held by Weardale Estates. The shooters, from estates throughout the North-East, raised £4,500. The sum was matched by Weardale Estates. Other
THE Territorial Army has begun a recruitment drive as its soldiers continue to aid the rebuilding of Iraq. Military officials believe that Territorial Army troops will be more frequently mobilised to assist operations across the world as greater demands
Volunteer drivers are needed to help people who are unable to use public transport, to get to health services in east Durham. The Car Scheme is for residents of Wheatley Hill, Thornley, Wingate, Station Town, Hutton Henry, Trimdon Station and Deaf Hill
A NEW school is to be created in a Teesside town. Linthorpe infants and junior schools, in Middlesbrough, are to be merged to form a community primary school. A Schools Adjudicator, who was called in because of objections to the proposal, has decided
THOUSANDS of people visited Durham County Show at the weekend, which provided a variety of activities. Crowds at the Herrington County Park, at Penshaw, near Sunderland, were expected to exceed the 60,000 which attended last year. Organisers had hoped
SIERRA Vista, who has dropped to a very lenient-looking mark, is taken to give a good account in the Tote Bookmakers Showcase Handicap at Ayr this afternoon. David Barker does well with his speedsters and the three-year-old looks a fair bit better than
PEOPLE who are interested in setting up a community website are being invited to attend a free workshop tomorrow. The session, hosted by The Northern Echo's Communigate programme, is at Stockton Central Library from 10am to noon. Free websites are available
PRIME Minister Tony Blair was last night facing demands for his resignation amid mounting pressure from all sides. Former Cabinet minister Clare Short called for him to quit for his handling of the Iraqi crisis, while speakers at the annual Durham Miners
Where The Heart Is (ITV1); A French Affair (C4) Should you find your mind straying during Where The Heart Is, you might usefully spend the time ticking off the essentials of Sunday night feelgood TV as they crop up. There's the nice scenery. The second
NOW here's a very interesting fact. Prior to Northamptonshire's Jason Brown becoming the first spinner to take a seven-wicket haul at Riverside on Friday, which twirler had the best figures on the ground? Answer: Graeme Bridge with six for 84 against
A WOMAN had to be airlifted to hospital after injuring her shoulder during yesterday's walk. Teesdale and Weardale Search and Rescue team was called to attend to the woman, who had fallen near the highest point of the walk, at a spot known as the Elephant
Sunderland Cherokees lifted the U12 title and Sunderland Commanches the U14 title at the Deeside Ice Club U12 and U14 tournament last weekend. Cherokees defeated Telford Terrahawks in the U12 final. Grant Sharp scored a first period hat-trick, the first
A FARMER and his wife have been described as "angels'' for coming to the aid of walkers who wandered off the beaten track and got lost. A group of 20 walkers, including a woman nursing a suspected dislocated shoulder after she is believed to have fallen
RARE bats and newts are holding up the demolition of a former fun park and a multi-million pound redevelop-ment. Developers are hoping to find the animals -both protected species - a new home so work on the project can continue. Colonies of great crested
The North-East will be among the first regions to vote on whether it wants a directly elected regional assembly, in June. Political activist Margaret Meling tells Sarah Foster how home rule could benefit women. WITH her soft voice and pastel-coloured
CORONATION Street actor John Savident , alias Fred Elliot, will be in the region on Saturday to open a butcher's shop. Kitsons is relocating to a custom-built unit in the Castlegate shopping centre in Stockton. The family-run firm was one of the founder
The Readers' Durham County League: Evenwood completed a weekend double and recaptured the leadership. Willington also won twice but Tudhoe suffered two defeats which cost them pole position. After scoring almost 250 runs at Esh Winning on Saturday, they
YOUTH FOOTBALL: The Rohm and Haas JOC Hetton Youth League will have at three new clubs when the season starts next month. Although Lambton Street have resigned, Red House CA, Willington and Trimdon have joined. Chairman Alan Langley reports that there
Bishop Auckland play their second pre-season friendly tomorrow when they take on Darlington at Dean Street with at least one new signing in their side. Bishops will include new signing Nicky Scaife in their squad. Scaife, who has been on the books of
MORE feeble batting saw Durham slump to a 49-run National League defeat by Northamptonshire at Riverside yesterday. After Friday's surrender helped the visitors to the top of the county championship's second division, Durham again squandered a good position
Bedale Town Football Club held its annual presentation evening in the Old Black Swan in bedale last week where awards were presented by the main sponsors Stephen Hall of Hall's Fish and Chips and Peter Grainger of Peter Grainger Kitchens. The side finished
AN estimated 4,000 walkers withstood sweltering conditions to complete a challenging ten-mile course through countryside yesterday. The Great North Walk, which started and finished in Wolsingham, County Durham, provided an ideal opportunity for people
DENNIS SKINNER put in a blistering performance at Durham Miners' Gala, calling for a peace between the Labour Party and trade unions. At his first public appearance since undergoing a triple bypass heart operation, the Beast of Bolsover epitomised the
It's been a varied week for Yorkshire and England all-rounder, Craig White, what with breaking down while bowling at The Oval last Sunday, contemplating retirement on Monday, having a re-think on Tuesday and making a surprise appearance against the Indians
Billingham swimmers had a productive weekend. On Saturday Emma Wilson and Christopher Wilkinson competed at the Gateshead and Whickham Open Gala both with brilliant swims. Emma, with all PBs collected bronze in the 400m IM,with swims in the 50m back,
Two Bishop Auckland old boys returned to haunt their former club on Saturday as Darlington got their preparations for the new season off to a winning start. Striker Danny Mellanby, who left the Unibond Premier League outfit for Quakers two years ago and
Volunteer drivers are needed to help people who are unable to use public transport, to get to health services in east Durham. The Car Scheme is for residents of Wheatley Hill, Thornley, Wingate, Station Town, Hutton Henry, Trimdon Station and Deaf Hill
Middleton St George defeated third placed Barton by seven wickets to remain in pole position. Batting first Barton were all out for 80 as McKenna took six for 35 and Hussein four for 41. Almost a third of the total runs came from Miller, who went in at
POLICE officers were out in force in the North-East on Saturday for a national lifesaving competition. About 100 contestants from all over the country were on the banks of the River Tees on the edge of Stockton, for the Cleveland Police-organised event
THE stand-in chairman of Durham County Cricket Club has taken up his post and said: "The future is extremely rosy." Bob Jackson was promoted from vice-chairman following the shock resignation of Bill Midgley on Friday. Mr Midgley blamed personal attacks
Alan Clemitt came out on top against his father George when the pair were in opposition in the game between Crathorne and Swainby. Alan, playing for Crathorne, took four wickets for 25 runs in 13 overs, four of which were maidens and Howard Leng had three
Foster's ECB North-East Regional Premier League: Chester-le-Street did their chances of winning the championship a power of good when they took 28 points from victory over Stockton, while leaders South Northumberland and Durham Academy drew their top-of-the-table
Crook Belle Vue won the vital top of the table clash against the visiting Ferryhill to break the deadlock between them and move three points clear at the top. However, Cockton Hill whitewashed their hosts at the Victoria to move just one point behind
A CAMPAIGN designed to make sure more families take up the benefits they are entitled is being launched. Durham County Council will host the Local Government Association's (LGA) Quids for Kids northern regional conference today. The campaign is mainly
Portman Under-15 Cup: Stocksfield had the better of South Northumberland in the Northumberland Semi-Final of the Portman Under-15 Cup. Batting first, they totalled 90 which included 37 by James Prince with five boundaries. Sood was again in good form
VETS fear a contagious killer bug could decimate the North-East's dog population unless immediate action is taken to control the outbreak. The dreaded Canine Parvovirus, known commonly as Parvo, kills 50pc of dogs which contract it. In Britain the disease
Darlington Building Society NYSD Premier League Division One: Wolviston maintained their position at the top of the table but they had a desparately close call against Guisborough. The target of just 126 looked comfortable but the visitors hit back in
Dwain Chambers claimed only his second 100 metres win of the season in last night's Norwich Union Super Grand Prix - but the victory at Gateshead International Stadium came in controversial circumstances. Local hero Jonathan Edwards was beaten into second
Durham League: After a good win over league leaders, Crook Glenholme, last week, Coxhoe failed to maintain the pace when they only took one point from their visit to Leeholme, who are reigning champions and have now moved into second place, three points
Q THE Tudors were a family who dominated the throne for many years and were Welsh. What exactly was their origin and how did they come to take the English throne. - Bill Hutchinson, Chester-le-Street A THE founder of the Tudor dynasty is usually said
Worthington Durham County CIU Summer League: Langley Park produced the shock result of the week when they travelled to Second Division leaders, Meadowfield and inflicted only the second defeat of the season on their hosts. The Park looked to on their
YESTERDAY'S Great North Walk was a magnificent advertisement for many things, with sun lotion topping the list. The event underlined the benefits of healthy living across the region, with more than 4,000 men, women and children walking ten miles, a fair
TWO victims of crime turned the tables on the thieves when they led police straight to them with the help of their mobile phones. Three people were arrested following two separate incidents at the weekend, one in the Thirsk area of North Yorkshire, the
SIDNEY WEST laughs at the suggestion that cabbies in Darlington are a miserable lot. "It's nonsense," the 29-year-old says, "talk to any of us and you'll see it's not true." Mr West is certainly cheerful, despite admitting he doesn't really enjoy his
Three Darlington boxers are gearing up for this evening's boxing show at the town's Dolphin Centre. Argie Ward, Francis Jones and Oscar Hall are the main attractions for the home crowd as the Darlington fighters take on opponents from around the country
Where The Heart Is (ITV1); A French Affair (C4) Should you find your mind straying during Where The Heart Is, you might usefully spend the time ticking off the essentials of Sunday night feelgood TV as they crop up. There's the nice scenery. The second
Whether you go to church or not, people need to mark the milestones in their lives. Emily Flanagan meets one woman who is aiming to help them by conducting alternative naming ceremonies, weddings and memorials. BIRTHS, deaths and marriages are Beth Currie's
Bishop Auckland and District League: Crook Coach and Horses A slipped to only their second defeat of the season when they went down by three points to the visiting Bishop Auckland Snooker Club B. The home side had a singles point each from Michael Burke
WET conditions and unfamiliar territory failed to dampen the spirits of Darlington rally driver Paul Swift at the weekend. The 23-year made an impressive asphalt debut in his Simon Bailes Peugeot 206 in the the legendary Jim Clark Memorial Rally, finishing
A WEBSITE providing a wealth of medical information has been launched by former health secretary Alan Milburn for the Darlington Primary Care Trust. The site is an integral part of the organisation's information technology programme. It features news
FURIOUS Darlington residents have warned council officials that they will not be allowed to ride rough-shod over public opinion about controversial redevelopment proposals for the town's South Park. Darlington Borough Council has agreed to reopen consultation
A COMMUNITY carnival with a strong soccer theme entertained crowds of people in Darlington at the weekend. The event, held at Branksome School brought dozens of football teams together for a tournament, while visitors were treated to a host of other activities
A TOTAL of £9,000 was raised for children's charities by 32 teams competing in the tenth annual clay pigeon shoot held by Weardale Estates. The shooters, from estates throughout the North-East, raised £4,500. The sum was matched by Weardale Estates. Other
50 years ago: Time is not important to village cricketers on long, hot summer days as players drift down to the ground and then to the pub after the game. Who cares what time it is? Unless of course you're desperate for the points as title-chasing North
FIFTY health workers from Darlington Primary Care Trust have undergone a day-long training course in resuscitation techniques to enable them to offer emergency life support. Claire Charlton, a first aid instructor at Langton Medical Training, in Newton
DESPERATE families may try to buy a stretch of roadside verge to block plans for a 40ft mobile phone mast on it. Stockton Borough Council unanimously backed protestors in their opposition of the mast and rejected the application by Hutchison 3G on the
A FREE bus service will operate throughout the summer holidays for anyone wishing to take part in a Lark in the Park. The events, at various parks in the region, have been organised by Derwentside District Council. Attractions include giant inflatables
JOB opportunities are being created with the development of two projects in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales Eight purpose-built office units are nearing completion at the extended Upper Wensleydale Business Park, in Hawes. At Silver Street, in Reeth,
A CHARITY which gives help to people with their studies is seeking volunteers. Three people are needed from the business world, or the wider community, in Hartlepool to act as trustees to manage the Henry Smith Educational Charity. The charity offers
PUPILS have created a 15ft by 10ft stained glass window as part of an arts project. They worked with artist in residence Barabara Agar at John Emmerson Batty Primary School, Redcar,to create a seascape. Headteacher Pat Smith said: "We're absolutely delighted
FURIOUS Darlington residents have warned council officials that they will not be allowed to ride rough-shod over public opinion about controversial redevelopment proposals for the town's South Park. Darlington Borough Council has agreed to reopen consultation
A former councillor and retired farmer has died at the age of 80. John Tindale, of Mill Farm, High Hawsker, Whitby, was a member of Scarborough Borough Council, representing the Fylingdales ward for several years. He also served on the former Whitby Rural
A FOOTBALL favourite was not on the ball when it came to picking a fancy from a horseracing card. Kevin Ball, the long-serving Sunderland midfielder, was guest of honour at the opening of a bookmakers' premises which serves a Durham housing estate. The
THE Endeavour's visit to Teesside is predicted to attract thousands of visitors and give a welcome boost to the area's economy. The replica of Captain Cook's ship, HM Bark Endeavour, will be visiting Middlesbrough between October 17 and November 3 to
TWO young athletes proved they had plenty of bounce at a national trampoline competition. Gemma Proud, 12, of Tanfield, near Stanley, who trains at the Louisa Trampoline Club, came second in the under-13s contest, held in Perth, Scotland after being beaten
Volunteer drivers are needed to help people who are unable to use public transport, to get to health services in east Durham. The Car Scheme is for residents of Wheatley Hill, Thornley, Wingate, Station Town, Hutton Henry, Trimdon Station and Deaf Hill
A CRACKDOWN on littering in Darlington will shift its focus to the Cockerton area today. Uniformed wardens from Darlington Borough Council will be targeting the shopping area and nearby streets. Street-cleaning and litter-picking teams are carrying out
THE Poet Laureate is joining forces with a North-East funeral directors to encourage more people to say a public last goodbye to loved ones. Professor Andrew Motion has helped produce Well Chosen Words, a new guide from the Co-op on how to write a eulogy
THE Territorial Army has begun a recruitment drive as its soldiers continue to aid the rebuilding of Iraq. Military officials believe that Territorial Army troops will be more frequently mobilised to assist operations across the world as greater demands
Two successive victories by Thirsk have propelled them to top spot in Division One. While they were beating Harrogate Racquets A team 8-1 previous league leaders Boroughbridge were twiddling their thumbs after their match against Bedale had been washed
THE Butterwick Hospice in Bishop Auckland is £850 better off thanks to three intrepid walkers. Peter Gray, Neil Clegg and David Akers presented a cheque to hospice representatives at The Mill House pub, in Crook, at the weekend. Mr Gray completed the
Darlington Building Society NYSD Premier League Division One: Wolviston maintained their position at the top of the table but they had a desparately close call against Guisborough. The target of just 126 looked comfortable but the visitors hit back in
Darlington Building Society NYSD Premier League Division: Guisborough, attempting to win the championship for a third successive season, are back in the driving seat. Not only did they defeat rivals Saltburn but challengers Redcar went down to Bishop
DESPERATE families may try to buy a stretch of roadside verge to block plans for a 40ft mobile phone mast on it. Stockton Borough Council unanimously backed protestors in their opposition of the mast and rejected the application by Hutchison 3G on the
PUPILS from an under-threat school used the gala to protest its possible closure. More than 20 children were supported by their parents as they joined the community to march behind their local miners' lodge banner. Opposed to plans which could see the
