North East (UK)

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North East News Headlines

• Rescue dog Indie goes to Crufts
  A dog that was found injured and later rehomed is set to compete at Crufts in a flyball competition.
• Ford angel to return to spot overlooking Northumberland village
  The statue of the Archangel Michael is being put back in place in Northumberland after repair work.
• Council tells seal harassers to 'pack it in'
  There have been reports of people throwing stones and dogs attacking seals in north-east England.
• Charity launches affordable supermarket
  The Whitley Bay Big Local store aims to help residents who are struggling with food bills.
• Man jailed for taking brother's picture in Newcastle court
  Kane Thompson shared a picture taken inside Newcastle Crown Court on social media.
• M&S store earmarked for closure
  Staff at the Hexham branch would be offered alternative roles where possible, the retailer says.
• Call to victims as new Medomsley investigation opens
  The probe will look at what authorities knew, after "large-scale abuse" was reported at the site.
• Newcastle Airport invites boy to visit air traffic control
  Eight-year-old Max wrote to the Civil Aviation Authority to say he wanted to build his own airport.
• Blue plaques for war hero, archaeologist and mayor
  Three blue plaques will go up on across South Tyneside this year, recognising notable locals.
• Gateshead Covid memorial proposed for Saltwell Park
  The artwork would pay tribute to more than 800 people in Gateshead whose deaths were Covid-related.
• Pupils to be taught in library while school shut
  Wideopen Library will be temporarily shut to the public to accommodate pupils from Hazlewood Primary.
• New green hydrogen plant plans unveiled
  Plans for a hydrogen power plant in Wallsend have been unveiled.
• Electric wheelchair frontman campaigns for disabled musicians
  The singer and guitar player wants live music venues to ensure disabled musicians can perform.
• Football Focus: Alan Shearer returns to Wallsend Boys Club
  Alan Shearer visits Wallsend Boys Club on Tyneside where he - and many other famous north-east footballers - kicked off their careers.
• Hundreds turn out for ancient Alnwick Shrovetide game
  It's a game with virtually no rules and no referee, and the first team to score twice wins.
• Watch: Armed police raid takeaway searching for Clapham attack suspect
  Police looking for Abdul Shokoor Ezedi raided two addresses in North Tyneside on Thursday morning.
• Ukrainian and British communities enjoy meal together
  Volunteers shared Borscht, a traditional Ukrainian stew, with centre users and Ukrainians refugees.
• Council clarifies '10-year lease' for Gateshead FC
  Council says Gateshead FC has a 10-year lease to play at the International Stadium after being denied a chance of promotion.
• Crystal Palace v Newcastle United preview: Team news, head to head and stats
  Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Newcastle United.
• Durham sign fast bowler Siddle on short-term deal
  Durham sign fast bowler Peter Siddle for their next six County Championship games as cover for Scott Boland.

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