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Slaley village notes
SUMMER has arrived now, so all we need is some summer warmth! There are a pair of swallows in our yard, trying to work out if it’s warm enough to complete building their nest in the coal shed. I haven’t heard a cuckoo yet, though – has anyone else?
Last updated 5 June 2013
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Bellingham: Council allows public 15 minutes to speak
MEMBERS of the public are to be allocated a combined total of 15 minutes to speak at Bellingham Parish Council meetings.
Last updated 5 June 2013
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Allen Valley village notes
NOT very much through the ether or the letter box this week, probably because most of the excitement is focused on the Allendale Fair which, though shorter than in the past, promises to be packed with fun; so get yourselves there on Saturday and have a good time!
Last updated 5 June 2013
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Stocksfield: It’s a day of triumph and trophies for County Show competitors
COUNTY Durham farmer Julie Sedgewick battled through illness to see her Limousin cow claim the champion of champions crown at Northumberland County Show.
Last updated 5 June 2013
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Churches Together in Hexham
THIS week Linda Gowland, Church Secretary, St Aidan’s URC reflects upon Luke 7 v 1 – 10.
Last updated 5 June 2013
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Stocksfield: 25,000 show their support for move to ‘fantastic’ show site
WITH almost 40 acres of extra space at their disposal, the organisers of the Northumberland County Show were always going to make the first event at Bywell, near Stocksfield, a big one.
Last updated 5 June 2013
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Hexham: New director takes over at hospice
A QUALIFIED nurse who rose through the ranks to hold some of the most senior posts in the field of nursing education has been appointed as Tynedale Hospice at Home’s new director.
Last updated 5 June 2013
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Humshaugh village notes
ST Peter’s summer fete is tomorrow. All stalls and children’s games are open from 1.30pm until 4pm.
Last updated 5 June 2013
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Planning applications
THE following applications have been lodged with Northumberland County Council’s west area planning department.
Last updated 5 June 2013
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Wark village notes
THOSE of you who regularly venture across our footbridge over the Tyne may have spotted that work has started on installing the new play equipment at the sports club.
Last updated 5 June 2013
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Once Brewed: Second chance to scrutinise Sill designs
MEMBERS of the public are invited to attend a second consultation event in relation to the proposed new Sill visitor centre and youth hostel at Once Brewed.
Last updated 5 June 2013
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Ovingham: Maggie (100) celebrates with a sip of champagne
STAFF at Ovingham’s Wellburn House care home made a real song and dance about the 100th birthday of resident Maggie Baron.
Last updated 5 June 2013
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Haydon Bridge: Ex-Special Branch officer dies aged 75
TO the people of Haydon Bridge, Tony Petts was the genial former village postmaster, who was also a talented artist.
Last updated 5 June 2013
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Police investigate Ponteland burglaries
POLICE are appealing for witnesses after four burglaries at homes in Ponteland on the same night.
Last updated 5 June 2013
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Corbridge: Ena (104) was known for her warm, infectious smile
ONE of Tynedale’s oldest residents, known for her warm smile and determination to live life to the full, has died aged 104.
Last updated 5 June 2013
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Haydon Bridge hosts young farmers’ rally
MORE than 400 young farmers are expected to descend on Haydon Bridge next weekend for the annual county rally.
Last updated 5 June 2013
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Belsay is all set for inaugural horse trials
IT’S lift-off this weekend as organisers make the final preparations for the inaugural Belsay Horse Trials.
Last updated 5 June 2013
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Labour takes hold of county council
TYNEDALE will have its fair share of senior figures on the new-look Northumberland County Council, but questions are still being asked over how effectively the area will be represented.
Last updated 5 June 2013
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Wark: Pet lambs are slaughtered by killer dog
DOZENS of sheep have been savaged in the North Tyne by a crazed dog.
Last updated 5 June 2013
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Ponteland: Would-be thieves target garage
POLICE are appealing for information after thieves tried to force open a garage door in Ponteland.
Last updated 5 June 2013
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